Nikon D5000

Main Features


* New 2.7-in. 230k-dot Vari-angle monitor swings down approximately 90° and rotates 180°
* Nikon DX-format CMOS image sensor with 12.3 effective megapixels and Integrated Dust Reduction System
* Specially designed EXPEED image processing system
* One-touch access to Live View, which includes face priority AF and subject tracking

# D-SLR movie function: D-Movie, selectable from 320 x 216 pixels, 640 x 424 pixels or 1,280 x 720 pixels in AVI format
# 19 Scene Modes that automatically adjust exposure, image processing, Active D-Lighting and other settings for superior image quality
# Scene Recognition System, utilizing 420-pixel RGB sensor, improves autofocus, auto exposure and auto white balance performance and is also integrated with the Face Detection System
# Active D-Lighting for smooth tone reproduction in high-contrast environments
# Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module featuring 11 AF points provides fast and precise autofocus coverage across the frame
# Picture Control System offers Portrait and Landscape options for more vibrant customized colors
# Extensive palette of in-camera Retouch Menus including several new retouch options such as Soft Filter and Color Outline
# Incredibly low-noise performance throughout a wide sensitivity range of ISO 200 to 3200; can be set to ISO 100 and ISO 6400 equivalents
# Viewfinder with approx. 95% frame coverage and an easy-to-view 17.9 mm eyepoint (at -1.0 m-1)
# Up to 4 fps continuous shooting
# Built-in pop-up flash with Nikon's original i-TTL flash control
# Highly efficient energy-saving design that allows approx. 510 images on a single charge of the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a (CIPA standard, with AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR and flash fired at full power once every other shot.)
# Compatible with HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) output
# Included Nikon ViewNX software makes browsing and organizing your images easy
# Optional photo-editing software Capture NX 2 allows quick and easy photo editing
# Lightweight compact body

Specifications






Effective pixels

12.3 million

Image sensor

CMOS sensor, 23.6 x 15.8 mm; total pixels: 12.9 million; Nikon DX-format

Image size (pixels)

4,288 x 2,848 [L], 3,216 x 2,136 [M], 2,144 x 1,424 [S]

Sensitivity

ISO 200 to 3200 in steps of 1/3 EV. Can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 100 equivalent) below ISO 200, or to approx. 0.3, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 6400 equivalent) over ISO 3200, ISO sensitivity auto control available

Storage media

SD memory cards, SDHC compliant

Monitor

Vari-angle type, 2.7-in., approx. 230k-dot TFT LCD, approx. 100% frame coverage, and brightness adjustment

Exposure metering

3D Color Matrix Metering II, Center-Weighted and Spot Metering

Exposure modes

Auto modes (auto, auto [flash off]), Advanced Scene Modes (Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close up, Night portrait, Night landscape, Party/indoor, Beach/snow, Sunset, Dusk/dawn, Pet portrait, Candlelight, Blossom, Autumn colors, Food, Silhouette, High key, and Low key), programmed auto with flexible program (P), shutter-priority auto (S), aperture-priority auto (A), manual (M)

Interface

Hi-Speed USB

Power sources

One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a, AC Adapter EH-5a

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Approx. 127 x 104 x 80 mm (5.0 x 4.1 x 3.1 in.)

Weight

Approx. 560 g (1 lb. 4 oz.) without battery, memory card, or body cap