Description
The D5100 is a high-performance D-SLR designed to stimulate your creative side and help you create still images and movies like no other.
The swing-out vari-angle monitor combines with the camera's D-movie function to enable unique shots from any angle. Still images or movies can be shot using a special effect to add a sense of magic.
High Dynamic Range imaging lets you capture exquisitely detailed stills of high-contrast scenes. The perfect way to capture your view of the world, this camera was made with freedom of expression in mind.
16.2 megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor: delivers lifelike images with vivid colors, reduced noise and smooth tonal gradations.
High ISO (100-6400) light sensitivity - manually extendable up to 25600 using the Hi2 setting. Enables faster shutter speeds for finely detailed images with minimal noise when you shoot fast-moving subjects or take pictures in low light. Features an Auto ISO setting.
EXPEED 2 image processing engine: optimizes the camera's technologies for superior performance and maximum image quality.
7.5 cm (3-in.), 921k-dot vari-angle LCD monitor with wide viewing angle: lets you capture unique shots from any angle. Boasts a side opening mechanism that makes it easy to shoot self-portraits or use a tripod.
D-Movie - full HD (1080p) movie clips: a dedicated movie-record button right next to the shutter-release makes it easy to keep the camera steady when you switch between recording stills and movies. AF-F mode keeps everything in focus, and the camera's vari-angle monitor and Special Effects mode enable unique shots. The camera supports use of an external microphone and offers 30p, 25p and 24p frame rates.
Live View with Scene Auto Selector: makes it easy to compose images using the vari-angle LCD monitor. Scene Auto Selector will select the best mode for the scene and subject you want to capture. Boasts easily selectable AF modes, including Face Priority AF that detects and tracks faces within the frame.
Razor-sharp 11-point AutoFocus system: offers fast and precise autofocus coverage across the frame. Four AF-area modes, including 3D-tracking AF, deliver sharp results, whether your subject is off-center, moving fast or completely unpredictable.
4 fps continuous shooting: enables you to capture fast-moving action at four frames per second.
Special Effects mode: lets you shoot distinctive still images and movies using a special effect. Offers a range of effects, including Color Sketch, Miniature effect, Night Vision and Selective Color that lets you emphasize up to three colors of your choice and turns the rest of the image to monochrome.
Scene Modes automatically adjust camera settings, including Picture Controls and active D-Lighting, to take the guesswork out of tricky photo situations and deliver optimal results. Simply turn the mode dial to SCENE to access the most commonly used modes. Sample photos appear on the display to help you select the right mode.
HDR (High Dynamic Range) imaging: delivers exquisitely detailed shots of high-contrast scenes. Takes two shots within a single shutter release to create an image with an extremely wide dynamic range, low noise and rich color gradation.
Extensive in-camera Retouch Menu: lets you edit and enhance photos and movies in the camera. Offers a range of effects and filters including Perspective Control, Soft Focus and Color Outline, which transforms your photo into a line drawing.
Dual Integrated dust reduction system: Image Sensor Cleaning and Airflow Control systems keep dust away from the camera's image sensor for clear, spot-free images.
HDTV compatibility: camera features a built-in HDMI connector with HDMI-CEC support so you can view your photos and movies on any HDTV and control playback features using your TV's remote control.
Infrared front and back receiver: helps prevent image blur when shooting close-ups and self-portraits.
Stereo sound: designed specifically for D-SLRs, Nikon's optional Stereo Microphone ME-1 lets you record movie clips in high-quality stereo sound, with no AF noise. Comes with windscreen and soft case accessories.
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16.2 megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
Delivers lifelike images with vivid colors, reduced noise and smooth tonal gradations. -
High ISO (100-6400) light sensitivity - manually extendable up to 25600 using the Hi2 setting
Enables faster shutter speeds for finely detailed images with minimal noise when you shoot fast-moving subjects or take pictures in low light. Features an Auto ISO setting. -
EXPEED 2 image processing engine
Optimizes the camera's technologies for superior performance and maximum image quality. -
7.5 cm (3-in.), 921k-dot vari-angle LCD monitor with wide viewing angle
Lets you capture unique shots from any angle. Boasts a side opening mechanism that makes it easy to shoot self-portraits or use a tripod. -
D-Movie - full HD (1080p) movie clips
A dedicated movie-record button right next to the shutter-release makes it easy to keep the camera steady when you switch between recording stills and movies. AF-F mode keeps everything in focus, and the camera's vari-angle monitor and Special Effects mode enable unique shots. The camera supports use of an external microphone and offers 30p, 25p and 24p frame rates. -
Live View with Scene Auto Selector
Makes it easy to compose images using the vari-angle LCD monitor. Scene Auto Selector will select the best mode for the scene and subject you want to capture. Boasts easily selectable AF modes, including Face Priority AF that detects and tracks faces within the frame. -
Razor-sharp 11-point AutoFocus system
Offers fast and precise autofocus coverage across the frame. Four AF-area modes, including 3D-tracking AF, deliver sharp results, whether your subject is off-center, moving fast or completely unpredictable. -
4 fps continuous shooting
Enables you to capture fast-moving action at four frames per second. -
Special Effects mode
Lets you shoot distinctive still images and movies using a special effect. Offers a range of effects, including Color Sketch, Miniature effect, Night Vision and Selective Color that lets you emphasize up to three colors of your choice and turns the rest of the image to monochrome. -
Scene Modes
Scene Modes automatically adjust camera settings, including Picture Controls and active D-Lighting, to take the guesswork out of tricky photo situations and deliver optimal results. Simply turn the mode dial to SCENE to access the most commonly used modes. Sample photos appear on the display to help you select the right mode. -
HDR (High Dynamic Range) imaging
Delivers exquisitely detailed shots of high-contrast scenes. Takes two shots within a single shutter release to create an image with an extremely wide dynamic range, low noise and rich color gradation. -
Extensive in-camera Retouch Menu
Lets you edit and enhance photos and movies in the camera. Offers a range of effects and filters including Perspective Control, Soft Focus and Color Outline, which transforms your photo into a line drawing. -
Dual Integrated dust reduction system
Image Sensor Cleaning and Airflow Control systems keep dust away from the camera's image sensor for clear, spot-free images. -
HDTV compatibility
This camera features a built-in HDMI connector with HDMI-CEC support so you can view your photos and movies on any HDTV and control playback features using your TV's remote control. -
Infrared front and back receiver
Helps prevent image blur when shooting close-ups and self-portraits.
Specifications
Summary
- Product Description
- Nikon D5100 - digital camera - body only
- Product Type
- Digital camera - SLR with Live View mode, movie recording
- Lens Included
- Body only
- Memory Card Slot
- SD card
- Image Processor
- EXPEED 2
- Sensor Resolution
- 16.2 Megapixel
- Max Video Resolution
- 1920 x 1080
- Camera Flash
- Pop-up flash
- Viewfinder
- Optical - eye-level pentamirror
- Display
- LCD display - 3"
- Supported Battery
- 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )
- AV Interfaces
- Composite video/audio, HDMI
- Microsoft Certification
- Compatible with Windows 7
- Dimensions (WxDxH)
- 12.7 cm x 7.9 cm x 9.7 cm
- Weight
- 560 g
Detailed Specification
General
- Product Type
- Digital camera - SLR with Live View mode, movie recording
- Lens Included
- Body only
- Sensor Resolution
- 16.2 Megapixel
- Optical Sensor Type
- CMOS
- Total Pixels
- 16,900,000 pixels
- Effective Sensor Resolution
- 16,200,000 pixels
- Optical Sensor Size
- 15.6 x 23.6mm
- Field of View Crop Factor
- 1.5
- Sensor Dust Reduction
- Yes
- Sensor Features
- Air flow control system, Self Cleaning Sensor Unit
- Image Processor
- EXPEED 2
- Auto Focus
- TTL contrast and phase detection
- Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty
- 11
- AE/AF Control
- 3D-tracking AF, Face-priority AF, Subject-tracking AF
- Digital Video Format
- H.264, MOV
- Image Recording Format
- JPEG, RAW + JPEG, NEF (RAW)
- Max Video Resolution
- 1920 x 1080
- AV Interfaces
- Composite video/audio, HDMI
Exposure & White Balance
- Light Sensitivity
- ISO auto, ISO 12800, ISO 25600, ISO 100-6400
- Exposure Metering
- Centre-weighted, 3D colour matrix II, colour matrix II, spot (2.5%)
- Exposure Modes
- Programme, bulb, automatic, manual, aperture-priority, shutter-priority, i-TTL program flash
- Shooting Programs
- Autumn colour, landscape, portrait mode, close-up, party/indoor, beach/snow, night portrait, Children, food, night landscape, dawn/dusk, sports mode, sunset, candle, blossom, pet portrait
- Special Effects
- Neutral, Vivid, monochrome, landscape, portrait, miniature, Silhouette, Colour sketch, Selective Colour, High Key, Night Vision, Low Key
- White Balance
- Custom, automatic, presets
- White Balance Presets
- Incandescent, fluorescent, cloudy, sunlight, Flash, shade
- Max Shutter Speed
- 1/4000 sec
- Min Shutter Speed
- 30 sec
- Exposure Compensation
- ±5 EV range, in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
- Auto Exposure Bracketing
- 3 steps in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
- White Balance Bracketing
- Yes
- X-sync Speed
- 1/200sec
- Exposure Range
- EV 0-20 ( ISO 100 )
Lens System
- Lens System Mounting
- Nikon F
Camera Flash
- Camera Flash
- Pop-up flash
- Guide Number (m / ISO 100)
- 12
- Flash Modes
- Fill-in mode, rear curtain sync, slow synchro, auto mode, flash OFF mode, red-eye reduction
- Features
- AF illuminator, flash +/- compensation, wireless off-camera control
Additional Features
- Continuous Shooting Speed
- 4 frames per second
- Self Timer Delay
- 10 sec, 2sec, 5 sec, 20sec
- Flash Terminal
- Hot shoe
- Additional Features
- Audio recording, direct print, USB 2.0 compatibility, date/time stamp, DPOF support, display brightness control, digital image rotation, camera orientation detection, PictBridge support, histogram display, AE lock, AF lock, in-camera red-eye removal, cropping an image, resizing an image, GPS ready, LCD live view mode, face-priority AF function, highlight point display, Active D-Lighting technology, 1080p Full HD movie recording, Dust Delete Data system, face detection, built-in help guide, Scene Recognition System (SRS), Exif Print support, in-camera RAW processing, Eye-Fi Card Ready, Live View Scene Auto Selector, distortion control, perspective control
Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type
- Optical - eye-level pentamirror
- Field Coverage
- 95%
- Magnification
- 0.78x
- Dioptric Correction Range
- -1 to +0.7
Display
- Type
- 3" LCD display
- Resolution
- 921,000 pixels
- Display Features
- Rotating
Microphone
- Microphone Operation Mode
- Mono
Connections
- Connector Type
- 1 x Hi-Speed USB , 1 x HDMI output , 1 x composite video/audio output , 1 x microphone
- Memory Card Slot
- SD card
Software
- Software
- Nikon ViewNX 2
System Requirements for PC Connection
- Peripheral Devices
- USB port, CD-ROM Drive
Miscellaneous
- Compatible with Windows 7
- "Compatible with Windows 7" software and devices carry Microsoft’s assurance that these products have passed tests for compatibility and reliability with 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 7.
- Included Accessories
- Battery charger, body cap, neck strap, USB cable, eyecup, shoe cap, audio / video cable
Battery
- Battery Type
- Nikon EN-EL14
- Details
- 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )
Memory / Storage
- Memory Card Slot
- SD card
- Supported Memory Cards
- SD Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
- Image Storage
- 4928 x 3264 , 3696 x 2448 , 2464 x 1632
- Video Capture
- MOV - 1920 x 1080 - 30 fps , MOV - 1920 x 1080 - 25 fps , MOV - 1920 x 1080 - 24 fps , MOV - 1280 x 720 - 30 fps , MOV - 1280 x 720 - 25 fps , MOV - 1280 x 720 - 24 fps , MOV - 640 x 424 - 30 fps , MOV - 640 x 424 - 25 fps
Dimensions & Weight
- Width
- 12.7 cm
- Depth
- 7.9 cm
- Height
- 9.7 cm
- Weight
- 560 g
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature
- 0 °C
- Max Operating Temperature
- 40 °C
