Avis sur le produitNikon D D5100 16.2 MP Digital SLR Camera - Black (Kit w/ AF-S VR 18-55mm Lens)

Old Nikon user find new love for Photography

This is my first DSLR..I own Nikon SLR products and was looking for one that would work with them..can be done, but in Manual mode only - no prob - used to that with the SLR's.
I read many reviews before choosing this model which was near the pricing range I wanted to spend.

So far, I'm ecstatic with the results using my old lenses - not so happy with the stock kit lense. The details, color, and depth of field is much better with the old Nikkor's. The 18-55 can give good results and in the auto modes it is fairly predictable, but I find the images a bit snapshot-ish.
The AF is slow and not always accurate, and I mainly use it in manual focus mode. The presets are great for a fast setup and the in-camera editing features are fun to experiment with.

The camera itself is loaded with features and I found it helpful to print the user manual that comes on the disk. Yes, it's alot of pages..but totally worth it!

My only real complaint so far is there seems to be an amount of shutter lag regardless of what speed you set it on. Probably something I need to get used to, but definetly not
as quick as I would expect from an electronic device. Maybe this is something that will be fixed with a firmware update? If not, I'm learning to lead my moving subjects...

I'm having fun experimenting in different lighting using different combos of shutter speed and ISO and instantly seeing the result. Interestingly, I took some shots of a hummingbird that came out almost pitch black on the view screen, but with some exposure correction came out great..well, atleast viewable!

For my own personal case, I do loose alot of the features available on this camera using it with the old lenses and Manual mode. But as an old Nikon user there is an amount of "expectation" from each image that this method seems to satisfy best. Maybe with some better AF DX lenses..I don't know...Lire l'avis complet...

Awesome camera, loaded with features and great quality for the price.

The camera is great. I would start off by saying that having the same sensor as the D7000, which costs considerably more, is a big plus. You will, indeed, see very similar picture quality.
The D5100 is loaded with nice features for all types of users. If you are just starting with photography you will certainly enjoy the automatic modes as well as all the scene and effects available. The camera also shines in manual mode, the built in light meter works wonders.
Another thing that usually goes unnoticed but that can make big difference is the fact that this model has 2 infra-red receivers, which makes perfect sense. That way you can release the shutter from both the front and the back of the camera using a remote.
Just to list a couple of "cons"... if you are into video, definitely go with the Canon T3i and you will see much better quality. Another thing are the lenses that come in this kit. I expected them to be much more sturdy. After using the camera for a couple of weeks, they started making some squeaky noise. But well, they are cheap kit lenses anyway.Lire l'avis complet...

I couldn't be happier with this camera & the quality of pictures is takes!

Bought this camera to move up in picture quality and performance from my last digital camera. Did a lot of research on cameras in this catagory and from what I found this was certainly the best I could choose. The picture quality is great and the performance and features are great as well. Also very easy to find additional accessories to help with taking whatever types of pictures you might want to take. I have two very goood friends that are both very good photographers and they both use Nikon products and I now know why.Lire l'avis complet...

a better value than the cannon rebel!

i decided that nikon or pentax k - mount was the way to go since cannon gives such poor parts support after the warrantee is done.
this model has many features that remind me of the old film slr days and yet it also encompasses the newer digital era technology as well. it fits comfortably in the hand with a good placement of the shutter release. angled so as not to cause jiggling upon releasing of the shutter. i like the option of the angle adjustment of the screen but i prefer the view finder since it is a slr.
the only neg thought i can see so far is i'd prefer a shutter speed number dial instead of symbols. and true the 18-55 kit lens is not as smooth as the older slr lenses i am used to but it is not bad.
also i can't believe cannon choose to use the rebel body for their basis for their dlsr. that poorly made plastic body had more problems than their old AE1 body had. the AE1 was very popular with many lenses still available but when they went to the eos rebel they orphaned all of those users (instead of bridging them as ongoing buyers))
i used to buy only cannon products but since they seem to have abandon their products and loyal customers i don't buy cannon products anymore.
at least nikon and pentax only make cameras (not printers, printer ink , or copiers ect. hence they are not going to make up the lost camera sale when they sell you a new printer with a tiny ink tank ) .
dollar for dollar the nikon has the edge over the cannon since it has a bit more pixels for almost the same and if not sometimes a slightly lower price.Lire l'avis complet...

High-end camera, just from a few years back. Buy this one!

My overall rating is based on what I expected for a camera in my price range. The camera has everything you might want in an entry-level DSLR; plus a few extras that are just for fluff.
I bought a 50mm f1.8 AF-D lens. I like the manual focus for creativity and experimenting. My camera came with the 18-55mm kit lens and I think it is actually a great mid-range zoom lens. When you start investing into lenses, keep in mind that this model can not auto focus with the older lenses. If you pay for a better body, with the auto focusing motor built in, you can save money on the lens in the long run - unless you don't mind manual focus, then you can save across the board with this camera.
The D5100 is light, seems durable and is easy to use. I compared cameras for two weeks before my purchase: my conclusion was that it excels in more (important) areas than other cameras in the same class. Don't worry about megapixels, worry about ISO quality more. This camera's ISO is commendable all things considered.Lire l'avis complet...

Love the camera, but autofocus & vertical image broke after 2 months

I got this camera in May shortly after it was released. There hasn't been a whole lot user reviews but overall it seemed to have been a good model. I this is my first DSLR so I don't have much as of comparing it to over models or brands. I got mine at Best But as at that point they were selling them for the same price everywhere. Added extended warranty on it as I have a tendency to be clumsy with my things. However I have been very very careful with this camera so far, not dropping or banging it against anything. I used it for the first two months or so with no problem. Then it sat around the house for about a month, and when I went to use it again I noticed that the auto focus was not working. The manual focus was still working fine however. I thought it was the lens, so I took it to Inkley's and they tried another lens on it, same problem. They established that it was the body that was having the problem. The camera was still under manufacture warranty so I took it to Best Buy and they told me it'd be 4-6 weeks till I get it back. I needed it well before then, so I've been using it on manual focus for a few months now, it's a pain at times, others it does give better flexibility to the image, however I wanted all functions of this pricy toy of my to work, so finally I took it back in. It's out being fixed now, hope it'll come back as good as new. Oh another thing I noticed with the camera (also started to happen the same time the auto focus went out) was when I took pictures vertically if I was using the screen instead of the view finder the screen would go almost black and I couldn't see the image. I mostly had to switch back to view finder to frame and focus my vertical shots. I hope that gets fixed as well, as I forgot to mention it to the guy at Best Buy. I'm hoping this is a fluke and is not a re-accruing issue, as I haven't read other reviews with similar problem since this happened.
Assuming this is an isolated incident, otherwise the camera has been very easy to learn the settings and to make good pictures. For a starter DLSR is' for the most part a good camera. I haven't tried out much of the video yet, I'm more into stills, but once the baby comes I'm sure I'll make a use of that function as well.Lire l'avis complet...

Nikon High Range, at a very good price.

Nikon D5100

* Price: Affordable
Condition: Excellent
Accessories: USB Cable, Video Cable (TV), User Manual, Instructions, Battery Charger, Nikon Original Strap

Product quality:
       - Features: 16.2-megapixel CMOS sensor
                          3-inch swivel LCD display
                          11 autofocus points
                          IS0 range 100-6,400 (being able to expand up to 25,600)
                          Full HD Video (1080p)
                          4 frames per second burst shooting speed
                          Effects applicable to photos and video within the camera itself

These are some of the features that the Nikon D5100 has confirmed with my purchase.
Already in my daily use of my Nikon D5100, it is very lightweight suitable for making shots in any environment, compact, sleek, makes very good shots with great quality.
Also eh video recording of very high deficinion (1080p), and I was very excited about the result, has been my best acquisition, I love the quality of photographs and videos.

The product came in good condition, and I had good contact with the seller, so I highly recommend it.Lire l'avis complet...

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Comfortable feel, battery life is good, and pictures are awesome.

At first I was not as impressed as I thought I would be. I saved for a year to purchase this camera. My thought was to replace my Sony A300K. I spent a lot of time reviewing this camera and thought this was the one I had to have. One of the first things I noticed when I started unpacking everything was that the Nikon was not as heavy as the Sony. The Nikon felt cheap to me. As far as the picture quality, I went with a Tamron lens, 18 - 200. The kit lens isn't all that bad either. At first I thought I should have saved a lot of money and just purchased a good video recorder, as this is one of the reasons I purchased the D5100. It took me a few months to get comfortable with this camera, but now I find myself grabbing the Nikon over the Sony. The shutter speed is quick and the pictures are clear and crisp. I didn't give this camera a good review at first but as I became more familiar with it, it has become a good purchase. There are a lot of options built right into the camera. I haven't experimented with all of them yet but I am excited about learning all the features. Since buying this camera, I have decided to invest in some photo backdrops and props as the pictures are that good. This was a really good investment.Lire l'avis complet...

Good; but you could buy not a set and still have a great deal.

Honestly, the only good thing about this kit is the camera and kit lens.
The extra stuff is all junk. The tripod is actually worth $4 on Amazon, it wobbles and I would not trust my camera on that. The bag is okay, same brand as the tripod but I'm still going to upgrade my bag and not trust the straps.

The memory cards are useful, the holder is useful, the cleaners are useful, and the UV screw on lens is useful.

The wide angle and telephoto you could do without, the quality is shotty so it just causes your photos to look bad.Lire l'avis complet...

Perfect entry level camera for a good price. A top recommendation.

I bought this as my first DSLR camera after doing about 3-4 months of research into entry level DSLR's from Nikon and Canon. And I am not at all disappointed in my decision. I thought the transition from point and shoot to DSLR would be hard to make, but using this camera is a breeze. Nikon's menu layouts are all easy to navigate and every feature is well explained either through the on-camera info button or in the manual itself. All the buttons are very well placed; everything feels intuitive. The picture quality is amazing too (sample pictures don't do the camera justice).

The effects setting is fun to play around with. Color sketch in particular is a really cool effect, once you learn how to edit them properly (I find the originals to be too bright and lacking detail, but upping the contrast and lowering the brightness does wonders). The color selection mode is very neat as well, and the other settings make it worth it to wander out of the manual setting for some fun shots.

The adjustment from shooting full auto to manual setting was very easy to make. Nikon makes everything easy to change on their menus, and the manual explained shooting in manual in very understandable, and it only took me a few minutes to get the basics down. I haven't used the auto setting since opening the box.

It's also an extremely comfortable camera. I was worried about some people saying it was a bit bulky compared to the D3100, but it fits perfectly in my hands (despite me having smaller hands, lol) and feels very natural to hold.

My only two complaints would be:
1: Only being able to delete one photo at a time in playback mode. Multiple deletes require going through the menus. Not that big a deal, overall.
2: Lack of included SD card. Even a one or two gig would have been great. I had an 8GB for my old point and shoot that I switched in, but the card failed after a day or so of shooting (wonderful timing, right?), so I had to buy a new one that day.

If you're looking for your first DSLR, I cannot recommend this one highly enough. I paid $725 for mine brand new, and if I had to pay full manufacturer price, I would. Nikon has definitely won me over as a customer.Lire l'avis complet...