Nikon technology with simplicity built in. The D3000 features a new Guide mode, an intuitive in-camera assistant that allows first-time DSLR users to transform everyday moments into stunning images. Soften backgrounds, freeze motion, capture perfect portraits, it¦s all at your fingertips with the creative new D3000. A 10.2MP CCD sensor, 11-point AF, 3 inch LCD and fast 3- frames per second shooting combined with incredibly easy operation make the D3000 the perfect choice for anyone wanting elevate their photo skills.
Nikon USA 1 year limited warranty included
Nikon D3000 Kit Includes:
D3000 Camera Body
18-55MM VR 3.5-5.6G Lens
EN-EL9a lithium-ion battery
MH-23 Quick Charger
DK-20 Eye Cup
UC-E4 USB Cable
EG-CP14 Audio/Video Cable
AN-DC3 Strap
Body & Lens Caps
Nikon Software Suite CD-ROM
Nikon USA 1 year limited warranty included
Nikon D3000 Kit Includes:
D3000 Camera Body
18-55MM VR 3.5-5.6G Lens
EN-EL9a lithium-ion battery
MH-23 Quick Charger
DK-20 Eye Cup
UC-E4 USB Cable
EG-CP14 Audio/Video Cable
AN-DC3 Strap
Body & Lens Caps
Nikon Software Suite CD-ROM
Image Sensor FormatDX
Image Sensor TypeCCD
Sensor Size23.6 x 15.8mm
Total Pixels10.75 million
Effective Pixels10.2 million
Image Area (pixels)
DX-format
(L) 3,872 x 2,592
(M) 2,896 x 1,944
(S) 1,936 x 1,296
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution3 frames per second
LCD Monitor Size3.0 in. diagonal
LCD Monitor TypeTFT-LCD
LCD Monitor Resolution230,000 Dots
LCD Monitor AdjustmentsBrightness, 7 levels
Shutter typeElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
Slowest Shutter Speed30 sec. in steps of 1/3 EV
Fastest Shutter Speed1/4000 sec. in steps of 1/3 EV
Bulb Shutter SettingYes
Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity100 in steps of 1 EV
Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity1600in steps of 1EV
Highest Expanded ISO SensitivityHI1 (3200 equivalent)
Storage MediaSD
SDHC
Card Slot1 Secure Digital (SD)
File FormatAVI
Compressed 12-bit NEF (RAW) JPEG (Baseline Compliant)
File SystemCompliant with DCF 2.0
EXIF 2.21
Exposure ModesProgrammed Auto (P) with flexible Program
Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
Manual (M)
Auto
Scene Modes
Advanced Scene ModesPortrait
Landscape
Close-up
Sports
Night Portrait
Child
Auto
Auto [Flash Off]
Exposure Metering System420 pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Center-weighted
Spot
Metering Range0 to 20 EV (3D Color Matrix or Center-weighted metering)
Exposure Meter CouplingCPU
Exposure Compensation±5 EV in increments of 1/3
Exposure LockYes
Exposure BracketingNo
Shutter Release ModesSingle-frame [S] mode
Single Frame Shooting, Continuous Frame Shooting (Approx 3 FPS), Self Timer, Delayed Remote Mode, Quick Response Remote Mode
White BalanceSun
Shade
Fluorescent
Incandescent
Flash
Preset
Fine Tune by Kelvin color temperature setting
Auto, 8 Modes (when Auto is selected, TTL white balance with main image sensor and 420-segment RGB sensor is available) fine-tuning possible
InterfaceHi-speed USB
NTSC
PAL
Lens MountNikon F bayonet mount
Compatible Lenses- AF-S and AF-I NIKKOR: All functions supported
- Type G or D AF NIKKOR not equipped with an autofocus motor: All functions supported except autofocus.
- Non-Type G or D AF NIKKOR not equipped with an autofocus motor: All functions supported except 3D color matrix metering II and autofocus.
- IX-NIKKOR and AF-NIKKOR for F3AF: Not supported.
- Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except some shooting modes.
- AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except 3D color matrix metering II
- Non-CPU: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in exposure mode d, but exposure meter does not function.
- Lens with maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster: Electronic rangefinder can be used.
Picture Angle
Equivalent in 35mm (135) format is approx.
1.5X lens focal length
Viewfinder
Eye-level pentamirror single-lens reflex
viewfinder
Viewfinder Frame Coverage
Approx. 95%
Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment
-1.7 to +0.5 m-1
Viewfinder Eyepoint
18mm (-1.0m-1)
Reflex Mirror
Quick-return type
Focusing Screen
Type B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark V
with superimposed focus brackets
Viewfinder Magnification
Approx.
0.8x (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity; -1.0m-1
)
Autofocus System
TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM1000 autofocus module
Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
11
Autofocus Sensitivity
-1 to +19 EV (ISO100)
Focus Modes
Single-servo AF (S)
Continuous-servo (C)
Manual
Auto
Continuous-servo (C)
Manual
Auto
Single-point AF Mode
Yes
Dynamic AF Mode
Yes
Auto-area AF Mode
Yes
Focus Lock
Half press of shutter-release button
(single-point AF in AF-S)
Automatic Exposure Scene Modes
Yes
Picture Control
Standard
Neutral
Vivid
Monochrome
Portrait
Landscape
Neutral
Vivid
Monochrome
Portrait
Landscape
In-Camera Image Editing
Trim
D-Lighting
Color Balance
Filter Effects
Monochrome
Stop Motion
Color Balance
NEF (RAW) Processing
Quick retouch
Small picture
Red-eye Correction
Color Outline
Miniature Effect
Before and After
D-Lighting
Color Balance
Filter Effects
Monochrome
Stop Motion
Color Balance
NEF (RAW) Processing
Quick retouch
Small picture
Red-eye Correction
Color Outline
Miniature Effect
Before and After
Built-in Flash
Yes
Built-in Flash Distance
Guide Number Approx. 12/39, 13/43 with manual
flash (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F)
Dust-Off Reference Photo
Yes
Nikon Creative Lighting System
Compatibility
Yes
Flash Sync Speed
Up to 1/200
X-Sync Speed
1/200
Flash Sync Modes
Front-curtain sync (normal)
Slow sync
Rear-curtain sync
Red-eye reduction
Red-eye reduction with slow sync
Flash cancel/ flash off
Slow sync
Rear-curtain sync
Red-eye reduction
Red-eye reduction with slow sync
Flash cancel/ flash off
Flash Control
i-TTL flash control by 420-segment RGB sensor. i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR and standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR available when CPU lens is used with built-in flash, SB-400, SB-900, SB-800, and SB-600. Non-TTL Auto with SB-900, or SB-800.
Accessory Shoe
Yes
Self-timer
Electronically controlled timer with duration
of 2, 5, 10 or 20 seconds
World Time Setting
Yes
Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time
Settings
Yes
Battery Type
Rechargeable
Battery / Batteries
EN-EL9a Lithium-ion Battery
AC Adaptor
EH-5a AC Adapter
(Used with Power Connector EP-5, available separately.)
(Used with Power Connector EP-5, available separately.)
Battery Charger
MH-23 Quick Charger
Image Comment
Yes
Battery Life (shots per charge)
500 shots (CIPA)
Tripod Socket
¼ inch 20
Approx. Dimensions
Width 5.0 in. (126mm)
Height 3.8 in. (94mm)
Depth 2.5 in. (64mm)
Height 3.8 in. (94mm)
Depth 2.5 in. (64mm)
Approx. Weight
16.1 oz. (485g)
Supported Languages
Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch,
English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish,
Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish
Supplied Software
Software Suite CD-ROM
Optional Accessories
ML-L3 Wireless Remote Control, Capture NX 2,
EP-5AC Adapter Connector, EH-5a AC Adapter, EG-D100 Video Cable, CF-DC1
Semi-Soft Case, Speedlight SB-900, SB-600, SB-400, R1C1
Supplied Accessories
- EN-EL9a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- MH-23 Quick Charger
- UC-E4 USB Cable
- DK-20 Rubber Eyecup
- AN-DC3 Camera Strap
- BF-1A Body Cap
- DK-5 Eyepiece Cap
- BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover
- Software Suite CD-ROM
*Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area.












