Overview

The D3000 is a high-performance DX-format SLR that delivers superb images and boasts a range of functions, which make photography simple and fun. Nikon's intelligent Guide Mode offers incredibly user-friendly in-camera assistance, enabling even beginners to capture wonderful images. Perfect for shots that you are not sure how to take, and guide mode will ask you about the image you want to capture and automatically optimize the camera settings for the best possible results.

 When you want to learn more, you can use Guide Mode to find out how to adjust the settings yourself. The 10.2-megapixel image sensor and fast autofocus performance ensure precise, detailed images. The large, 3-inch LCD screen is highly convenient for composing and reviewing images, and makes it easy to use the in-camera retouch menu that enables you to modify images without a computer. The D3000 - the camera that shows you how to capture stunning shots with ease.

• New Guide mode provides in-camera assistance for making camera settings and utilizing professional techniques
• Large 3.0-in., approx. 230k-dot LCD with brightness adjustment
• Nikon DX-format CCD image sensor, 10.2 effective megapixels
• Integrated Dust Reduction System
• Nikon's exclusive EXPEED image processing system
• Six scene modes that automatically adjust exposure, image processing, and other settings for superior image quality
• Scene Recognition System, utilizing 420-pixel RGB sensor, improves autofocus, auto exposure and auto white balance performance
• Active D-Lighting for smooth tone reproduction in high-contrast environments
• Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module featuring 11 AF points provides fast and precise autofocus coverage across the frame
• Picture Control System includes Portrait and Landscape options for more vibrant customized colors
• Extensive palette of in-camera Retouch Menus including a new Miniature effect that modifies images to look like pictures of miniature models
• Wide sensitivity range of ISO 100 to 1600; a Hi 1 setting increases sensitivity to ISO 3200
• Viewfinder with approx. 95% frame coverage and an easy-to-view 18 mm eyepoint (at -1.0 m^-1)
• Up to 3 fps continuous shooting
• Built-in pop-up flash with Nikon's original i-TTL flash control
• Highly efficient energy-saving design that allows approx. 550 images on a single charge of the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a (CIPA standard, with AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR and flash fired at full power once every other shot.)
• Included Nikon ViewNX software makes browsing and organizing your images easy
• Optional photo-editing software Capture NX 2 allows quick and easy photo editing
• Lightweight, compact body with softly rounded form

Specifications

Effective pixels
10.2 million
Image sensor
CCD sensor, 23.6 x 15.8 mm; total pixels: 10.75 million; Nikon DX-format
Image size (pixels)
3,872 x 2,592 [L]; 2,896 x 1,944 [M]; 1,936 x 1,296 [S]
Sensitivity
ISO 100 to 1600 in steps of 1 EV. Can also be set to approx. 1 EV above ISO 1600 (ISO 3200 equivalent), ISO sensitivity auto control available
Storage media
SD memory cards, SDHC compliant
Monitor
3.0-in., approx. 230k-dot TFT LCD, and brightness adjustment
Exposure metering
3D Color Matrix Metering II, Center-weighted, and Spot Metering
Exposure modes
Auto modes (auto, auto [flash off]), scene modes (Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close up, Night portrait), programmed auto with flexible program (P), shutter-priority auto (S), aperture-priority auto (A), manual (M)
Interface
Hi-Speed USB
Power sources
One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Approx. 126 x 97 x 65 mm (5.0 x 3.8 x 2.6 in.)
Weight
Approx. 485 g (1 lb. 1 oz.) without battery, memory card, or body cap