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Nikon D3100 vs Nikon D3000
Nikon D3100
Camera summary
The Nikon D3100, made by Nikon, is a powerful Compact SLR camera. Announced on Dec. 21, 2010. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 12800. Most modern cameras have higher values of ISO, this camera probably won't have the best performance in low light conditions.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.1 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.1 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon D3000, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon D3000
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon D3200, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon D3200
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 14 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 11 focus points. Also you can take advantage of its unique cross-type point. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 550 shots per charge with the included EN-EL14 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Nikon D3000
Camera summary
The Nikon D3000, made by Nikon, is a powerful Compact SLR camera. Announced on Dec. 11, 2009. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 3200. Most modern cameras have higher values of ISO, this camera probably won't have the best performance in low light conditions.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
2.7 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
0.5 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon D40, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon D40
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon D3100, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon D3100
Sensor
This camera has a CCD sensor with a 10 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 11 focus points.
Connectivity
Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 500 shots per charge with the included EN-EL9a battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
No |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
No |
| Af live view | Yes |
No |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
No |
| Number of cross focus points | 1 | - |
| Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Connectivity |
Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
| HDMI | Yes |
No |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
| DXO color depth | 22.5 | 22.3 |
| DXO dynamic range | 11.3 | 11.1 |
| DXO low light ISO | 919.0 | 563.0 |
| DXO overall score | 67.0 | 62.0 |
Exposure mode |
Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | Yes |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | No |
Yes |
General |
Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Dec. 21, 2010 | Dec. 11, 2009 |
| Body type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| msrp | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| model | Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
| Predecessor model | Nikon D3000 | Nikon D40 |
| Successor model | Nikon D3200 | Nikon D3100 |
Lense |
Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5× | 1.5x |
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 316 | 316 |
Other features |
Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
| GPS | Optional | - |
| Self-timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
| AE bracketing | No |
No |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
| Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Image stabilization | No |
No |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 3.0 fps | 3.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
| Battery life | 550 shots | 500 shots |
| Battery model | EN-EL14 | EN-EL9a |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 96 x 75mm | 126 x 97 x 64mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 505 grs | 536 grs |
Screen |
Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
| Live view | Yes |
No |
| Screen resolution | 230 | 230 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
| Max boosted ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Max image resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.1 x 15.4 mm | 23.6 x 15.8 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 14 | 10 |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Headphone port |
Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | - |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | MPEG-4 | - |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) | - |
Viewfinder |
Nikon D3100 | Nikon D3000 |
| viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |