Nikon D5100 D-SLR Digital SLR Camera

Get inspired and creative with the high performing D5100 digital SLR designed to bring out the best in your photography skills, help you create still images and movies like no other. With the swing out vari-angle monitor you can capture shots from any angle and with ease. Capture still images or movies using a special effect which adds the magical touch. Exquisite detailed stills of high contrast scenes can be captured with the high dynamic range allowing you to capture your perspective on the world. The D5100 was made with freedom of expression and creativity in mind.

The D5100 has the following features:

• 16.2 megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
• 7.5 cm (3-in.), 921k-dot vari-angle LCD monitor with wide viewing angle
• Special Effects mode: shoot still images and movies with special effects
• D-Movie: Full (1080p) high-definition movie clips

You can capture lifelike images in vivid colours, reduce noise and smooth the tonal gradations with the 16.2mp DX-format and CMOS image sensor.

Capture finely detailed images when photographing in low light or fast moving subjects with the high ISO (100-6400) light sensitivity which enables faster shutter speed, also manually extendable up to 25600.

The EXPEED 2 image processing engine enhances the camera’s technologies so that it can provide the highest image quality and advanced performance.

With the vari-angle LCD monitor with wide viewing angle and side opening mechanism makes it easy to take unique shots, self portraits and get the best angel with a tripod.

Capture all the fast moving action with four frames per second continuous shooting.

With the special effects mode such as Colour Sketch, Miniature effect, Night Vision and Selective colour which lets you highlight up to three colours and turns the rest of the image to monochrome, you can shoot unique movies and creative still images.

Get the best results in tricky photo situations with Scene Modes that automatically adjusts the camera settings, Picture Control and active D-Light making capturing that perfect shot possible each time. Access the most frequently used modes by turning the dial to SCENE where you can also sample photos to help you pick the best mode.

Capture beautifully detailed high contrast scenes with the High Dynamic Range imaging. You can even create images with an exceptionally wide vibrant range, low noise and dramatic colour gradation by taking two shots within a single shutter release.

You can edit and improve photos and movies with the widespread in-camera Retouch menu with a range of effects such as Perspective Control, Soft Focus and Colour Outline which changes your photo into a line drawing.

The Image Sensor Cleaning and Airflow Control ensures that you capture clear and spot free images by keeping dust away from the camera image sensor.

With the built in HDMI connector with HDMI-CEC support you can view your photos and movies on any HDTV and even use your TV’s remote to control playback features.

The front and back infrared receiver helps to prevent your images from blurring when taking close-ups and self portraits.

Nikon’s optional Stereo Microphone Me-1 with stereo sounds which was specifically designed for D-SLRs lets you record movies with high quality sound with no AF noise.