Nikon D5000 (Body Only)
By DSLRs • Jul 17th, 2009 • Category: NIKON DSLR
Nikon D5000 12.3 MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 2.7-inch Vari-angle LCD (Body Only)
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Discover the joy of Nikon. With ease.
Meet the D5000, a new breed of Nikon digital SLR camera. A wonderful blend of fun, simplicity, and beautiful image quality, the D5000 features an innovative Vari-angle monitor for an exciting new take on photographic expression. Combined with Live View shooting, this monitor gives you the ability to shoot from nearly any angle. And your creativity is not limited to still images — Nikon’s D-Movie function lets you record richly detailed HD movie clips, too. There’s also a dazzling array of shooting features to help you get great pictures, shot-after-shot. Add to this a superb 12.3-megapixel CMOS sensor working in tandem with Nikon’s EXPEED image processing system and watch your photos and movie clips come alive with all the stunning beauty for which Nikon is famous.
A monitor that puts a fun new twist on Live View shooting.
Flip it, tilt it, turn it, stow it. The new Vari-angle monitor adds a flexible dimension to Live View shooting, which vividly shows your subject in real-time. Now with this freely adjustable monitor, taking great shots and movie clips with Live View is easier and more enjoyable than ever.
Discover another way to see the world Live View shooting with the new 2.7-inch Vari-angle monitor
When composing through the optical viewfinder is not an option, try Live View shooting via the 2.7-inch Vari-angle monitor. This crisp 230,000-dot monitor with 100% scene coverage gives you the freedom to hold the camera in a variety of positions, making it simple to shoot from dramatic and interesting new angles. Raise the D5000 high to shoot over crowds, or hold it close to the ground for a little creature’s view of the world. Whatever perspective you choose, the Vari-angle monitor adjusts easily to accommodate your creative urges. And when you’re finished shooting, the monitor can be tucked away with the LCD panel facing the camera back — the perfect way to protect the monitor against scratches and other damage.
From up high, down low, or to the side, the Vari-angle monitor lets you create bold compositions using perspectives you never thought possible.
High-angle and low-angle shooting
High-angle shooting is when you hold the camera high, and is especially useful for shooting over obstacles such as a crowd or fence. Low-angle shooting is the opposite. Holding the camera close to the ground lets you shoot from unusual perspectives for photos with an enchanting and sometimes startling look.
D-Movie
This is Nikon’s digital movie shooting feature. D-Movie lets you take advantage of interchangeable lenses, one of the key benefits of SLR cameras. The wide variety of NIKKOR lenses gives you the tools to create movie clips with more dramatic visuals than conventional camcorders. D-Movie can also utilize Picture Control settings to create different moods.
D-Movie for memories that move
Make your memories come to life in all the breathtaking splendor of HD movie clips. D-Movie records beautiful videos with sound, expanding your range of creative options beyond still images. It also lets you take advantage of the large selection of NIKKOR lenses to obtain a variety of dramatic perspectives unavailable with typical camcorders. After shooting, you can watch movies clips on the D5000, download the movie clips for viewing on a PC, or connect to an HDTV via the built-in HDMI connector to share with family and friends.
More ways to view with Live View
The D5000 enhances Live View shooting by giving you a choice of different display views. Minimize displayed camera settings when you want an uncluttered view of the scene, or show vital information at a glance for situations requiring a comprehensive readout of settings. There is also a convenient grid display to aid in composition, and an edit display that allows you to quickly change settings without taking your eye off the shot.
Intelligent Live View autofocus modes capture the moment
Different types of photos require different focus strategies, and the D5000 has the right Live View autofocus mode for any occasion. Whether it’s a unique expression, dynamic action, or a small object in a big composition, the four easily selectable modes help you stay focused for sharp results.
Always the right shot with Scene Modes and fast autofocus.
Nikon technology brings out the best in every shot. Expanded Scene Modes — 19 of them cover just about any shooting situation, automatically optimizing camera settings for a particular scene. Add in lightning quick autofocus and you have a combination that assures you never miss a memorable moment.
19 Scene Modes for any occasion
Take the guesswork out of tricky photo situations with Scene Modes. Simply turn the mode dial to SCENE and choose the mode that matches the subject. The D5000 does the rest, automatically adjusting exposure, image processing, Active D-Lighting and other settings for optimum results. Sample photos appear on the display to help you select the right shooting mode.
Fast, precise 11-point autofocus system
Autofocus is a key function in any digital camera. The D5000 uses Nikon’s reliable Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module for fast, accurate autofocus. Strategically arranged for outstanding coverage of both vertical and horizontal compositions, the diamond-shaped array of 11 autofocus points with one precision cross-type point handles nearly any shooting situation.
Four autofocus modes keep photos looking sharp
The D5000 makes it point-and-shoot simple to acquire clear, tack-sharp photos when composing via the bright, informative optical viewfinder. Whether your subject is off-center, moving fast, or completely unpredictable, the D5000 has the right autofocus solution.
Nikon Scene Recognition System
Because every photo opportunity is unique, the D5000 is equipped with Nikon’s exclusive Scene Recognition System to effortlessly capture the beauty of every moment. This advanced technology uses a 420-pixel color sensor to analyze a composition. It then optimizes exposure, autofocus, and white balance over the entire scene immediately before the shutter is released, delivering sharp, wonderfully balanced images.
Quiet shooting keeps the peace
Some shots require a soft approach. That’s why the D5000 is equipped with new Quiet Shooting mode a great solution for capturing sleeping babies, classical concerts, or any other scene where silence is golden. This new mode noticeably reduces the sound of internal mechanisms when the shutter is pressed, helping you get the shot without disturbing the peace.
Cutting-edge technology delivers superior performance and unsurpassed beauty.
One shot, and you’ll know it’s all there. All the innovation and advanced engineering that makes Nikon synonymous with superlative photography. Nikon’s fast EXPEED image processing system and world-renowned NIKKOR lenses team to make an unbeatable combination that will satisfy your every creative urge.
The excellence that is EXPEED
The result of Nikon’s relentless pursuit of excellence and years of know-how, EXPEED image processing system delivers stunning images while maximizing camera performance. This new version of EXPEED especially developed for the D5000 — works in tandem with the 12.3-megapixel CMOS sensor to produce finely detailed images that exhibit superb color reproduction and rich tonal gradation with minimal noise. Moreover, fast processing makes short work of power-hungry tasks like high-speed continuous shooting, Live View shooting, and Active D-Lighting, providing fast handling that many digital SLRs lack.
12.3 megapixels of pure magic
A proven performer, Nikon’s DX-format CMOS sensor with 12.3 effective megapixels records all the details of the original scene for breathtakingly lifelike photos. Shadows and highlights reveal exceptional details while a remarkably high signal-to-noise ratio vastly reduces noise — especially important when shooting at high ISO settings.
Creativity before the shot
Unleash your full creative potential with Picture Control, the easy way to modify the look of photos before you shoot. Six preset Picture Control settings — Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, and Landscape — enhance your creative options. You can even create your own custom Picture Control settings.
Active D-Lighting — What you see is what you get
High contrast settings — such as sunny beach and snow scenes — present special problems to photographers. Without additional lighting and close attention to exposure, shadows can block up and highlights wash out, eliminating subtle nuances of tone and detail. Active D-Lighting addresses this, automatically adjusting exposure in shadows and highlights to effectively expand the dynamic range for more optimally exposed images that better resemble the scene as you saw it.
Extended ISO sensitivity
The D5000’s normal ISO range of 200 to 3200 can be expanded to cover ISO 100 to 6400, letting you capture the natural ambience of a warmly lit room or vibrant street scene when the use of flash or tripod isn’t an option. The extended sensitivity is also ideal for shooting sports, allowing fast shutter speeds to freeze action.
Keeping dust down and out
Preventing dust from accumulating in front of the CMOS image sensor is essential for spot-free photos. That’s why the D5000 incorporates Nikon’s Integrated Dust Reduction System, a comprehensive solution that both prevents and removes dust particles. The system also comprises Nikon Capture NX 2 software (sold separately) for additional dust-reduction measures.
Let your creativity run wild with NIKKOR lenses
Get behind the D5000 and discover why photographers worldwide swear by the superior performance of NIKKOR lenses. For over 75 years, these legendary optics have satisfied the most discriminating professionals. Featuring outstanding sharpness, crisp contrast, and precise color reproduction, the wide selection of NIKKOR lenses — from fisheye and ultra wide-angle to super telephoto — set Nikon digital SLR cameras apart and empower you to experience the difference that superior optics can make to your pictures.
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