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Nikon D3100

Nikon D3100 Digital Camera

From $239.99  |  2 stores
From $434.00  |  23 stores
Product Description
The Powershot SD30 includes a 2.4x optical zoom and embraces Canon's perpetual curve design. The sleek and compact Powershot SD30 comes with 5.0-megapixel resolution and DIGIC II... More
The Powershot SD30 includes a 2.4x optical zoom and embraces Canon's perpetual curve design. The sleek and compact Powershot SD30 comes with 5.0-megapixel resolution and DIGIC II processing for high image quality and a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface for fast transfer speeds. The supplied Camera Station allows for easy connectivity to the PC, printer, and television--perfect for viewing contemporary slide shows created by the camera. The Camera Station also charges the camera when docked. Less
The Nikon D3100 digital SLR camera speaks to the growing ranks of enthusiastic D-SLR users and aspiring photographers by providing an easy-to-use and affordable entrance to the world of Nikon... More
The Nikon D3100 digital SLR camera speaks to the growing ranks of enthusiastic D-SLR users and aspiring photographers by providing an easy-to-use and affordable entrance to the world of Nikon D-SLR’s. The 14.2-megapixel D3100 has powerful features, such as the enhanced Guide Mode that makes it easy to unleash creative potential and capture memories with still images and full HD video. Like having a personal photo tutor at your fingertips, this unique feature provides a simple graphical interface on the camera’s LCD that guides users by suggesting and/or adjusting camera settings to achieve the desired end result images. The D3100 is also the world’s first D-SLR to introduce full time auto focus (AF) in Live View and D-Movie mode to effortlessly achieve the critical focus needed when shooting Full HD 1080p video. Less
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Key Features   
Digital Zoom 4x -
HD Recording Format - 1080p (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV)
Camera Type Compact SLR/Professional
Weight 0.23 lb. 1 lb.
LCD Screen Size 1.8 in. 3 in.
Resolution 5.3 Megapixel 14.2 Megapixel
Optical Zoom 2.4x -
Features - Image Stabilization • Red-eye Correction • AF Tracking
Image Quality   
Camera Resolution 5.3 Megapixel 14.2 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type CCD CCD
Image Resolutions 640 x 480 • 2592 x 1944 • 2048 x 1536 • 1600 x 1200 2304 x 1536 • 4608 x 3072 • 3456 x 2304
Video   
Video Resolutions 320 x 240 • 640 x 480 (VGA) • 160 x 120 640 x 424 • HD (1280 x 720) • 1920 x 1080
Video Format AVI • Motion JPEG QuickTime
Max Movie Length Without Limit (Depends on the camera free memory size) 600 Seconds
Video Speed 10 fps 24 fps
Lens   
Focus Type Autofocus -
Interchangeable Lens Not Interchangeable Lenses Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom 2.4x -
Focal Length 6.3 - 14.9 mm -
Macro Focus Range 12 - 19.2 in. (w) / 3.9 - 19.2 in. (t) -
35mm Zoom Lens 38 - 90 mm -
Focus Range 12 in. to Infinity (w) -
Exposure Control   
Aperture Range f3.2/f5.4 (w/t) -
Shutter Speed 15 - 1/1600 sec -
Frames Per Second 1.3 Frames -
White Balance Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) Auto • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Incandescent (Preset) • Shade (Preset)
Flash   
Flash Functions Flash Off • Auto Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync Flash Off • Auto Flash • Rear Sync Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
Flash Type Built-In Built-In & External
ISO Speeds Auto • 50 • 100 • 200 • 400 100 • 3200 • 6400 • 12800
Storage   
File Size (High Res.) 2.5 MB (51 images on 128MB card) -
Compression Type JPEG • EXIF 2.2 • DPOF 1.1 JPEG • Raw Image • DPOF • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0
Memory Type Multimedia Card • SD Card SD Card • SDHC Card • SDXC Card
File Size (Low Res.) 0.08 MB (about 1,600 images on 128MB card) -
Compression Modes Fine • SuperFine • Normal Uncompressed
Included Features   
Self Timer 12 Sec. 2 Sec. • 10 Sec.
Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount
Built-in Microphone - With Built-in Microphone
Viewfinder / Display   
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Viewfinder Without Viewfinder Optical (Through-the-lens)
LCD Screen Resolution 118,000 pixels 230,000 pixels
Interfaces   
Video Interface Video Out Video Out
Interface Type USB 2.0 USB 2.0 • HDMI
Power Supply   
Battery Type Proprietary Lithium Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life 160 Images -
Dimensions   
Weight 0.23 lb. 1 lb.
Depth 0.94 in. 2.9 in.
Height 1.78 in. 3.8 in.
Width 3.78 in. 4.9 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year -
Miscellaneous   
UPC 750845826234 18208097982
Product ID 28261545 101677489
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Bag • Cradle / Docking Station • Hand Strap • 16 MB Memory Card • Driver • Lithium Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control Software • Battery Charger • Strap • Battery Pack
Release Date September, 2005 September, 2010
Family Line Canon IXUS Nikon D
Product MPN   
MPN 0350B003 9798
 
Consumer Reviews
Canon SD30 / IXUS i
Canon PowerShot SD30 / IXUS i Zoom Digital Camera
From $239.99
Nikon D3100
Nikon D3100 Digital Camera
From $434.00

Product Review Summary

3.0
Based on 6 user reviews
50% recommend this product
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Pros
  • None Yet
Cons
  • None Yet
Good For
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Consumer Reviews

1

Canon PowerShot SD30: Not the Smartest Buy

byninigirl11 Apr 29, 2007
11 Helpfuls 12 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Brilliant design and colors
Cons Poor optical zoom, light and motion sensitive
Recommended it? No

If consumers are searching for a digital camera with high quality images, efficient zoom ability, and sophisticated focus settings, the Canon PowerShot SD30 is not the camera for them. From my experiences with this product, I can say that Canon was seriously lacking when the company developed this... Read full review »

13

Excellent Compact Digital Camera

bysenchang Dec 11, 2005
6 Helpfuls 7 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Ease of use, quality of pictures, design
Cons Dock required to upload to PC.
Recommended it? Yes

In my camera purchase decision, I looked for quality, ease of use, and price. Quality and ease of use was easy to narrow down. My Canon-owning friends love their cameras, and online reviews are nearly unanimous in praising Canon's picture quality. The decison was between the SD400 and the SD30. I... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.5
Based on 18 user reviews
89% recommend this product
5 stars
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Pros
  • Easy to Use (1)
Cons
  • Short Battery Life (1)
Good For
  • Everyday Use (1)

Consumer Reviews

10

Good DSLR for a beginner

bymixey62 Oct 23, 2011
21 Helpfuls 22 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros good for beginnersgood price for DSLR
Cons battery life in liveview
Recommended it? Yes

I have always envied those that could take amazing photographs; observing these people has led me to the same observation: they use DSLR cameras instead of the easier to use point-and-shoot varieties. I was always intimidated by these cameras so never thought that one was for me-- that was until I... Read full review »

1

Best purchase

byjulvog65 May 2, 2011
21 Helpfuls 22 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Everything!
Cons A little heavy and bulky. 
Recommended it? Yes

I just bought this camera for my hobby and I'm amazed by this. The quality is amazing and you have many features to make your photos even better. (Changing color, light settings, color balance, even a fun fish eye effect!) The screen is big enough to see details of your camera and the buttons are... Read full review »

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