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Nikon D3200 vs D5100: how do they compare

jmeyer — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 10:00:44 +0000

Since its launch earlier this year many photographers have been stumped by the Nikon D3200 vs D5100 conundrum. Is the newer camera better because it has more megapixels?

Recently we shared a video comparison of two leading Nikon DSLRs, the Nikon D3200 vs D3100, and discussed some of the key differences between these two entry-level DSLRs in the Nikon range. Given the Nikon D3200′s impressive specs we thought we would take this idea further and compare the D3200 to another popular camera a little bit higher in the manufacturer’s line-up with a Nikon D3200 vs D5100 face-off.

While the Nikon D3200 sits at the beginner end of Nikon’s line-up, for the moment at least, it is more expensive than the higher-end Nikon D5100. The D5100 is aimed at novice photographers who are looking to get a little more creative with their photography. But is the Nikon D3200 now a better option for them?

Amy Davies of our testing team takes a look at a few of the key differences between the Nikon D3200 vs D5100 to help you decide which DSLR is best for you.

Nikon Tip: how to set your Graphic LCD display

jmeyer — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:00:44 +0000

Here’s a Nikon DSLR tip you perhaps didn’t know… All Nikon DSLRs will show what aperture you’re using (‘F11’ or f/11 in the example above).

However, the Nikon D3000, Nikon D3100, D5000 and D5100 can also give you a graphical depiction of the aperture on their information displays.

If you’d like to see this, go to the Setup menu, select ‘Info display format’ and check Graphic. The diagram then shows roughly how wide the aperture is set and is a reminder that bigger numbers relate to small apertures.

For a more detailed explanation of what this Graphic reminder is showing you about your aperture, our infographic below explains some of the finer points of your lens. Simply drag and drop this graphic on to your desktop and save it for a handy reference!

New cashback offer on Nikon DSLRs

jmeyer — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:19:44 +0000

Nikon is offering up to £100 cash back on purchases of selected DSLRs from its range up through May.

The offer extends to purchases of the Nikon D3100, D5100 and D7000. Details of the Nikon cashback offer are as follows:

Nikon D3100
£30/€35 cashback when the customer purchases the D3100 body only or with any 1 new NIKKOR lens
£45/€50 cashback when the customer purchases the D3100 with any two new NIKKOR lenses

Nikon D5100
£50/€60 cashback when the customer purchases the D5100 body only or with any 1 new NIKKOR lens
£65/€75 cashback when the customer purchases the D5100 with any two new NIKKOR lenses

Nikon D7000
£80/€95 cashback when the customer purchases the D7000 body only or with any 1 new NIKKOR lens
£100/€115 cashback when the customers purchases the D7000 with any two new NIKKOR lenses

The Nikon cashback offer runs through 30 May 2012, and all claims must be received by 30 June 2012 in order to qualify, Nikon says.

The offer follows the announcement earlier this week that Nikon is revising the price of the Nikon D800 and D4 upwards in the UK and Ireland following an internal error.

For more information on the promotion and how to submit your claims, visit the Nikon website.