Okay, so Nikon form of spoiled the surprise with this one, but we will now enlighten you with the total details of its upcoming midrange (or “advanced beginner” as Nikon calls it) DSLR refresh. The D5100 takes the spot of the venerable D5000 , but follows the former generation’s recipe for achievement pretty closely. The D5000 was a stripped-down D90 in an easier, smaller package that came with an articulating LCD, and the D5100 simply so happens to add an analogous mighty 16.2 megapixel sensor because the D7000 (Nikon’s current high-end consumer DSLR) augmented with a flipout screen. Having the D7000′s internals helps the recent shooter churn out 1080p video at 24fps, 25fps, or 30fps, reckoning on your preference for as much as a maximum of 20 minutes. The D5000 is just in a position to five-minute bursts of 720/24p video and isn’t ready to continually autofocus, which the D5100 can. The D5100 also betters its predecessor when it comes to physical fitness, coming in at a healthy 10 percent lighter and smaller, while numerous the physical controls were repositioned that allows you to allow for a brand new horizontal opening mechanism. That’ll be a well appreciated tweak for tripod users. The recent screen’s also 17 percent thinner, we’re told, and steps as much as a three-inch diagonal with a 920k-dot resolution. Solid stuff. After the break you’ll discover a full spec sheet in conjunction with some video action with the D5100. Pricing for this camera is about at €777 / £670 / $800 for the body only or €904 / £780 / $900 for the body plus an 18-55mm VR kit lens. The ME-1 external mic introduced alongside it — did we fail to say the D5100 has an external mic input, as it does — will cost €139 / £120/ $180 and both are expected in stores on April 21st.
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The New Nikon D5100: Unleash Your CreativityRRP:
Body Only – £669.99 / €777
18-55VR Kit – £779.99 / €904Sales start date: 21st April 2011 (TBC)
London, UK, 5 April 2011: Nikon introduces a brand new D-SLR to its line-up, the D5100, that’s jam-packed with features to make shooting stills or full HD movies more exciting than ever. The D5100 will provide you with a brand new creative perspective due to its improved Vari-angle screen, lighting tricks mode and whole (1080p) HD Movie.
Jordi Brinkman, Product Manager for Nikon Europe, says: “The D5100 is a superb camera with a view to express your artistic side through impressive images and flicks. You’ll shoot with creative effects and unique angles, all on the level of superior image quality seen within the D7000!”
Unique viewing angles
The successor to the preferred Nikon D5000, the D5100 features a higher Vari-angle LCD screen. The screen now opens horizontally for greater maneuverability, even if using a tripod. This freedom of movement adds unparalleled creativity when using Live View, allowing shooting from virtually any angle. You may also view pictures and flicks in additional detail at the high resolution (approximately 921k-dot), 7.5 cm (3-in.) wide-viewing angle monitor.The Live View function is an easy and intuitive way of capturing and with the D5100′s dedicated switch that is much more straight-forward to function. When using Auto mode you don’t even must worry in regards to the scene you’re shooting, as Scene Auto Selector chooses probably the most appropriate settings to offer you the greatest image.
Inspire your creativity
The D5100 has a newly introduced lighting tricks mode to shoot amazingly unique pictures and entire (1080p) HD movies. The variety of 7 effects include selective colour, where you choose as much as three colours to seem within the still or movie while other areas are monochrome, and miniature effect, which makes a picture look like a view of miniature scale. You are able to select which special effect to shoot in and they’re directly accessible via the mode dial at the top of the camera.Stunning HD movies
The Nikon D5100 makes it effortless to exchange between shooting stills and films because the D-Movie button is found next to the shutter release. This position gives a more stable grip at the camera when starting or stopping filming, or switching between shooting stills and flicks. You are able to record the whole action in full (1080p) HD at 24 / 25 / 30 fps whilst using the original range of computer graphics and the AF-F will ensure your subject is usually in focus. When you’ve got finished you should use the in-camera-movie editing functions and it could all be viewed on HD television.Nikon can be pleased to introduce an optional stereo microphone, the ME-1. Specifically designed for D-SLRs, it enables you to record movie clips in high-quality stereo sound without a AF-noise.
Superior image quality
The D5100 makes it easy to realize superior image quality, even in low-light conditions, with features inherited from the D7000. The DX-format 16.2 megapixel CMOS sensor, delivers rich colours and fine detail for both pictures and films, whilst the powerful image-processing engine, EXPEED 2, maximizes the performance of the sensor for exceptional quality. Adding to this the D5100 has an expanded sensitivity range to further help capture brilliant images in challenging light conditions – the ISO ranges from 100 to 6400 and might be raised to ISO 25600 at Hi 2, for low-noise images that don’t lose the main points. Furthermore, there are a variety of NIKKOR lenses which contribute to the D5100′s impressive image quality.Nikon’s new High Dynamic Range (HDR) function and Active D-Lighting retain the detail when there are extreme contrasts in light. HDR takes two images at varying exposures in one release, that are combined to supply a single image with a much broader dynamic range.
Razor-sharp 11-point AutoFocus system
The 11-point AF system offers fast and precise autofocus coverage around the frame.
Four AF-area modes, including 3D-tracking AF, keeps your main subject in focus even supposing the composition changes quickly in action scenes. This is accompanied with continuous doping up to 4 fps to actually capture fast-paced subjects.Key features
Vari-angle LCD monitor: View life at a novel angle with high resolution 921k dot wide-viewing angle screen
Live View with AF modes: Live View is a straight-forward way of capturing and AF modes keep the topic in focus
Lighting tricks mode: New to the D-SLR range, effects including selective colour and miniature effect for more creative expression when taking stills or movies
DX-format, 16.2 megapixel CMOS image sensor with EXPEED 2: Inherited from the D7000 for exceptional quality even in poor lighting conditions
High ISO (100-6400) extendable to Hi 2 (ISO 25600 equivalent): Keeps the detail with low noise in low-light situations
D-Movie: Full (1080p) HD movies could be taken at as much as 30fps. Simple edits is also made in-camera and flicks may be watched on HDTV using the HDMI connectivity
High dynamic range (HDR): Gives detailed shots of high-contrast scenes by combining two shots taken within a single shutter release
Active D-Lighting: Retains details in highlights and shadows for well balanced images, in spite of the fact that the topic is moving
Continuous shooting at 4fps: You won’t miss that each one important fast-moving action shot
Retouch menu: Gives a number of post editing effects in-camera including movie edits and image resizing
Picture controls: Permits you to set the look and mood of your images before you shoot. Choose between six settings: Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Monochrome, Portrait and Landscape
Scene modes: Automatically adjusts camera settings, including Picture Controls and Active D-Lighting, for optimal results. Sample photos appear at the display to assist select the best mode
Back and front infrared receivers: ensure maximum usability of the optional ML-L3 handheld remote control when taking self portraits or close-ups
GPS compatible: Records the precise location of the camera when an image is taken by way of the optional GP-1 unit
Dual integrated dust reduction system: Image Sensor Cleaning and Airflow Control systems keep dust faraway from the camera’s image sensor for clear, spot-free images
Stereo sound: Designed specifically for D-SLRs, Nikon’s optional Stereo Microphone, ME-1, allows you to record movie clips in high-quality stereo sound, and not using a AF noise. Comes with windscreen and soft case accessories.
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