Select two new cameras to compare
Nikon D5000 vs Nikon D60
Nikon D5000
Camera summary
The Nikon D5000, made by Nikon, is a powerful Compact SLR camera. Announced on June 12, 2009. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 6400. 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 |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.2 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon D60, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon D60
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon D5100, 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 D5100
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 11 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1280 x 720 with support for the following formats: Motion JPEG.
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 510 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.
Nikon D60
Camera summary
The Nikon D60, made by Nikon, is a powerful Compact SLR camera. Announced on March 19, 2008. 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 |
2.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
1.7 out of 5 stars
|
| 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 |
2.1 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon D40X, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon D40X
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon D5000, 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 D5000
Sensor
This camera has a CCD sensor with a 10 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 3 focus points.
Connectivity
Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
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 D5000 | Nikon D60 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
No |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
No |
| 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 | No |
No |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 11 | 3 |
Connectivity |
Nikon D5000 | Nikon D60 |
| HDMI | Yes |
No |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Eye-Fi Connected | - |
| DXO color depth | 22.7 | 22.5 |
| DXO dynamic range | 12.5 | 11.4 |
| DXO low light ISO | 868.0 | 562.0 |
| DXO overall score | 72.0 | 65.0 |
Exposure mode |
Nikon D5000 | Nikon D60 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Nikon D5000 | Nikon D60 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | June 12, 2009 | March 19, 2008 |
| Body type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| msrp | $119.00 | $159.99 |
| model | Nikon D5000 | Nikon D60 |
| Predecessor model | Nikon D60 | Nikon D40X |
| Successor model | Nikon D5100 | Nikon D5000 |
Lense |
Nikon D5000 | Nikon D60 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5x | 1.5× |
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 316 | 316 |
Other features |
Nikon D5000 | Nikon D60 |
| GPS | Optional | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Nikon D5000 | Nikon D60 |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
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, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
| Flash range | 17.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Image stabilization | No |
No |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 4.0 fps | 3.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
No |
Physical |
Nikon D5000 | Nikon D60 |
| Battery life | 510 shots | 500 shots |
| Battery model | 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 | 127 x 104 x 80mm | 126 x 94 x 64mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 590 grs | 522 grs |
Screen |
Nikon D5000 | Nikon D60 |
| Live view | Yes |
No |
| Screen resolution | 230 | 230 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Nikon D5000 | Nikon D60 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Max image resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8 mm | 23.6 x 15.8 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 12 | 10 |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Headphone port |
Nikon D5000 | Nikon D60 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1280 x 720 | - |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | Motion JPEG | - |
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) | - |
Viewfinder |
Nikon D5000 | Nikon D60 |
| viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |