Camera Nikon D3000 Is a direct descendant of the well-known line Nikon D40, D40x, D60 Having experience with Nikon D60 I immediately realized that the review will be almost the same as for D60because the Nikon D3000 is just an upgrade D60but still there were some interesting points worth considering.
Nikon D3000 review
First you need to understand that in the reviews a lot of attention is paid to the technical characteristics or just the characteristics of a particular camera, in Radozhiv we will try to translate strange and incomprehensible numbers and notation in this review into a language that is understandable for lovers of high-quality photos. But this model is aimed at the market of relatively cheap and simple digital SLR cameras.
If you were looking or looking or just reading this review, then you are probably already familiar with the line of low-end cameras from Nikon, this Nikon D40, Nikon D40x, D60, D3000, D3100, D3200, D3300, D5000, D5100, D5200, D5300, D5500 All these cameras are quite similar in management, but each subsequent model has more and more functions and takes better photos and videos.
Features of the D3000 camera that you should pay attention to when buying or just when using:
1. D3000 has a CCD matrix with 10 MP... But do not forget that the megapixel race, for the most part, is not a race for quality, you can take a look at my article Battle of Megapixels. The average amateur can hardly find the difference between 6 Mp Nikon D40 and 10 megapixels Nikon D3000, even on A4 prints. The size of the matrix (physical) remains unchanged for all APS-C cameras (+ - fractions of millimeters). The physical size of the D3000 is the same as D3100, D7000, D5200. At low ISOs, the Nikon D3000 can produce a picture no worse than Nikon D7000.
2.In D3000 no focusing motor for non-motorized lenses. This is one of the most important points for this camera. It is believed that by purchasing a camera with a “motor”, that is, with a lens focusing drive, it will be possible to significantly save money. The question is quite controversial. But the fact remains that a number of lenses will not automatically focus on this camera, which will limit the choice of optics for growth or development in photography. This must be clearly understood and taken into account. For an upgrade after the whale lens, I advise you to take a look at Nikon 50mm F1.8G lenswhich has a huge aperture and will allow you to get an interesting picture with a shallow depth of field. If you need a telephoto lens to reach further, then a cheap option Nikon 55-200 f / 4-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor will be just right.
3. Matrix Cleaning System. The cleaning system really helps to avoid clogging the matrix with fine dust. This really will rarely allow real cleaning. In the camera, you can specify when the camera will clean the matrix, I recommend cleaning when the camera is turned off.
4. Compact and lightweight... Do not bother with the fact that the camera is made of plastic, and not of aluminum or composites, this gives the camera lightness and you need to understand that the amateur does not need to use the camera in extreme conditions and overload it with work as much as possible.
5. Shooting speed is an important indicator. At D3000 it is 3 frames per second, a normal indicator, the same speed and Nikon D80which is much more functional than the amateur D3000. Again, amateurs do not need 10 frames per second at all, high-firing cameras are needed only for rather specific purposes. The set speed is sufficient for 99% of basic needs.
6. Image quality. Do not believe anyone that this or that camera shoots well or badly. These are just people's prejudices. We can talk about benchmarks, but in real life, the quality of the final image depends on a dozen factors and the camera is far from the first of them. In terms of quality, I will say that it fulfills its functionality 100%, just important how to take pictures.
7. Nikon D3000 has 11 focus points cameras have the same focusing module Nikon D200, D80, D90, D3100, D3200, D5100. More details in the section on focus systems.
8. Great 3 inch display. Unlike the D40 or D60, it’s half an inch larger, but still has the same 230.000 points
9. Must be considered crop factor camera which is equal to 1.5x. This means that the camera when working with lenses will narrow the viewing angle of the lens. And if, for example, you use a lens with a 50mm focal length, then the viewing angle will be the same as that of a 75mm lens on a regular full-frame camera. This is absolutely normal for APS-C cameras.
10. D3000 now works with EXPEED processor
11. Minimum excerpt flashes 1 / 200s, Nikon D40 in this regard, 2,5 times better.
12. The function of rotating the image on the screen in horizontal and vertical position. It is very convenient when the camera is turned, all the information for shooting is turned on the display and any parameter can be corrected without problems.
In brief about the main features - it is an opportunity to change ISO from 100 to 1600 + one HI1 value equivalent 3200. On HI1 I do not recommend shooting at all. Unlike Nikon 40, it became possible to lower the ISO to 100, this will allow you to use fast lenses during the day without fear not to fit into the minimum shutter speed of 1/4000 and get overexposure. On Nikon 40, it’s already quite difficult to invest in 1.8/200 second in the afternoon on F1 and ISO 4000 in the afternoon. The camera has a lot of settings for editing the footage - from working with RAW files, to creating a movie in avi format from photos. Also at the camera, the viewfinder covers 95% of the frame, and you need to remember that 5% of the frame will still be captured on the left \ right \ top \ bottom in the picture.
What I liked when working with the camera:
Weight, the weight is really small. The camera shutter is quiet, quieter than Nikon D40 or Nikon D90. I liked the large display and ergonomics - there are no extra buttons and everything is just elementary to use. There is a great guide for beginners. And the Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 focus sensor is the same as in Nikon D90. I really liked the function of rotating the screen with horizontal and vertical position of the camera.
What did not like:
The lack of a million functions present in older models, but this is a purely subjective opinion. Also, I didn’t like that little has been improved compared to Nikon D60, by and large, only the number of focus points. I didn’t like the small size for the buffer, if you shoot RAW, then already at frame 4 the camera will slow down with a flash drive of class 6. Also, I did not like that when ADL the camera “thinks” much longer when saving a picture. The noise level starting from ISO 800 greatly affects the picture quality; you cannot do without the noise reduction function.
What is the best way to use the camera and what to configure?
The FN button can be programmed by choosing one of several options, I advise you to set the ISO quick change function on it.
To buy this else?
Preferably a pretty bag, the main thing is that it is comfortable, you can buy a bigger bag to fit an additional lens. It is possible and desirable to also buy lenses, first of all, this is a high-aperture fixture and one telephoto lens. The main thing is to remember that important how to take pictures, and not what technique to do it on.
He shared his photos Radmir Karimov:
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Nikon D3000+ Nikon AF Nikkor 85mm 1: 1.4D.
What upgrade can I do after Nikon D3000? If you decide to change your D3000 to another camera, then I recommend switching to class cameras Nikon D90, Nikon D7000or on the camera of a similar amateur class Nikon D5100, Nikon D5200.
Conclusions:
Nikon D3000 has proven itself by showing excellent ergonomics and ease of operation. Tips will always help a beginner to navigate the settings, and flexible firmware will allow you to quickly and easily use the camera for any purpose. Who wants to upgrade after Nikon D40, D40x, D60, D50, D70(s) - will not receive anything particularly new.
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Tell me whether it is possible to configure the D3000 so that the USB flash drive can see the computer as a hard drive, so that it is possible to transfer the other through the camera. Reviewed, tried and failed, and folders
created others, on D40 everything was gut. And the D3000 comp sees it as a camera, and so its folder for
another does not come out. It seems that there are a lot of places and in addition I don’t want to buy a USB flash drive anymore
tsyatsek different completely.
Good afternoon! Tell me please, is the Nikkor-Q 3000mm f135 Nippon Kogaku N / Ai suitable for the D3.5?
Suitable, but only manual focus will work.
Good afternoon, Arkady! I will not ask questions, I have enough of the information that is already there. I just want to tell you “Thank you!”. For the fact that you find the time and, most importantly, patience to tinker with us, "teapots". Good luck and success to you! Best regards, Sergei
Recently, I am the owner of nikon d3000 + 18-105 vr nikor. The question arose about acquiring an external flash there are such options:
1. Yong Nuo YN 560
2.NISSIN SPEEDLITE DI-622 MARK II
3. METZ MECABLITZ 44 AF-1 DIGITAL
4. Nikon SB-400
Arkady, can you advise something else, preferably with the slave mode?
It’s better to take the original flash, it’s more reliable, it’s easier to find the same lamp on it. I had a Nissin Di-466, everything worked in it until it refused (there are no spare parts to be repaired) the only thing was that I did not turn my head left and right.
My NISSIN DI-622 MARK II works like a clock
Good, Arkady!
Tell me, I want to buy a Nikon D3000, but I still can’t decide on a lens: a whale 18-55 VR or 18-105 VR? The latter of course is superior in capabilities, but taking into account the noise at high quality, the D3000 is afraid that I can not lighten the shot with an 18-105 lens. How to be, sacrifice the quality of the photo when using dark 18-105, trying to raise ISO or use the less advanced 18-55, but to keep the picture more balanced in lighting and with less grain.
Or am I misunderstanding something?
Thank you.
18-105 with a focal 55 mm lighter than 18-55 with the same fr
Yes, lighter.
the luminosities 18-55 and 18-105 are the same. maximum 3.5 and 5.6.
You need to take it like this, Nikon d3000 and Nikkor 18-105mm + flash SB-700!, Otherwise it’s not like that. Then God himself can be removed !.
Arkady, what about my question about flashes on the d3000? There is another option: used sb-600. Will it work with the built-in flash?
The budget is still limited (ideally, the new sb-700)
Will not work. D3000 can not control the flash on TTL, and the flash can only be set on fire in SU-4 mode
Hello! Tell me, my built-in flash of something flies out a lot and as if it hits hard on the case, is this normal? Or is something broken? Sometimes you just want to hold the moment of departure so that it does not crash.
This is normal.
I’m renting Nikon D3000 1.5goda, I’m satisfied with Nikkor 18-105mm!, The quality of the phot up to 800iso is excellent. Ideal for beginners and savvy photographers.
how to make it so that when you click on the photo, the picture was displayed on the screen ?? i.e. I could see on the screen that I would take pictures
On camera d3000 - no way
Arkady, good afternoon, tell me please, when the flash is on, it doesn’t matter whether it’s built-in or external, the metering mode does not work, is it the way it should be, or are there some settings ???
Arkady, hello! Recently acquired the Nikon D3000 AF-S DX Nikkor18-55 VR Kit. The whale lens was not particularly impressive. Now I’m thinking of replacing it, but am lost in the choice. I mainly rent a child, a family on vacation. What would you recommend from these two Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm 1: 1.4G, Nikon 50mm f / 1.8G AF-S Nikkor. Or maybe I'm not making the right choice? Tell me please.
Arkady, good afternoon!
Tell me, please, which macro rings are suitable for Nikon D3000 with kit lens 18-55, with or without contacts, and which company? Which are better if they are somewhat different in quality.
Thank you in advance!
Dinah
Good afternoon, Arkady!
Please help me choose a lens for shooting distant objects (performances of a child on the stage, animals in the meadow, birds in the sky) for the Nikon D3000. Which one is preferable in quality? The price for them is not very high, why? Does it make sense to buy a lens as an alternative to an expensive one for a novice photographer?
Nikon Nikkor AF 70-300 / F4-5.6 G Black
Nikon Nikkor AF-S DX 55-200 / F4-5.6 G IF-ED VR
Nikon AF-S 55-300 f / 4.5-5.6G ED DX VR
Thanks in advance, Dina
Nikon AF-S 55-300 f / 4.5-5.6G ED DX VR from this three will be more convenient for distant objects due to the stub and 300mm. For these lenses, in fact, the price is low. A novice photographer can shoot anything.
Thank you Arkady! And what about the macro rings? (from 4.04.2013/XNUMX/XNUMX)
Arkady, good evening, one more time!
All the same, I wanted to clarify with you what is better to use macro rings or macro lenses (for Nikon AF-S 55-300 f / 4.5-5.6G ED DX VR) for macro photography (entry level) if it is not possible to purchase a good Macro lens ...
I did not see macro lenses for 55-200. Better macro rings.
Hello)) I have a question, how can I immediately take pictures in black and white on it? I remember that I did it but forgot.
Yes you can. From the Picutre Control snapshot menu, select MO (or something like that).
Thank you very much)))
please tell me how many megapixels are there?
Good afternoon!
Arkady!
I want to buy a battery pack for this device, and in principle, there’s enough battery for one, but the case is small and the little finger is constantly hanging in the air, so I want to make it a little more.
There is a choice and price spread (from 280 to 500 UAH) but I don't want to buy nonsense ...
Maybe there is a manufacturer more preferred ??
Do you have experience with such devices?
Would you recommend something?
Hello. I have Nikon D 3000, the problem is that in all modes the photos are blurry and not clear, tell me what the problem is
Hello! please tell me, my camera stopped focusing in all modes even when choosing autofocus. checkboxes and buttons are all on.
Thank you.
Hello. Please tell me if it makes sense to buy a Nikon D3000 + Nikon 35mm F1.8 AF-S carcass, or is it worth buying a newer camera model?
Thank you.
Hello. I can’t shoot a video of Nikon D3000 in this camera?
Alas. There is no video shooting function.
Greetings! I use d3000, I bought it as the first DSLR, in principle, it came to this role with interest. Finally I figured out the capabilities of the mirror and I have an idea how to use them, of course still oh how much to learn. Now I want to update the carcass, ergonomics are not satisfied (there are few buttons, you constantly need to go to the menu), the carcass sizes are small, sometimes with their noise, and the settings are very, very small (everything that can be trimmed, budget all the same. I rent only for myself, very I like this thing. I want to study the world of photography more deeply. The video is not interested. I consider it as a replacement for d90, or change it to d7000 !? I want to hear your authoritative opinion :)
From optics I have: Nikon 18-55mm f / 3.5-5.6GII ED AF-S, Nikon 55-200mm f / 4-5.6G IF-ED AF-S, Nikon 35mm f / 1.8G AF-S.
Hello Arkady, please consult, the mode selected is M, program. the button is switched to ISO, I will set the shutter delay to 2 seconds. after one shot, the camera switches back to the burst mode or frame mode, and for the next shot I have to set the shutter delay again, can I delay the delay I need? Thank you.
Arkady, hello! Thanks so much for the article. I use the camera for 2-3 months, while satisfied. I would like to ask you as a competent person about the lens. I have Helios-44M (there is also such a marking: 2/58; No. 8163012). Can I mount this lens on this camera? And if so, is only an adapter enough for this, or will you have to arm yourself with drills, files, etc.? Thank you in advance for your reply!