D5000 Smart. Sharp. Simply Brilliant.

Smart. Sharp.
Simply Brilliant.

Compact and powerful, the D5000 is a remarkable blend of simplicity and advanced D-SLR capabilities with breathtaking 12.3-megapixel image quality

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Price$629.95*ESP

Supplied Accessories

  • EN-EL9a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
  • MH-23 Quick Charger
  • DK-5 Eyepiece Cap
  • DK-24 Rubber Eyecup
  • UC-E6 USB Cable
  • EG-CP14 Audio Video Cable
  • AN-DC3 Camera Strap
  • Body Cap
  • BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover
  • Software Suite CD-ROM

*Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area.

Key Features

12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
Coupled with Nikon's EXPEED image processing and NIKKOR optics, breathtaking picture quality is assured.

Vari-angle color LCD monitor
Position the 2.7-inch monitor freely for fresh shooting perspectives. Screen flips inward for safe keeping.

One-button Live View
Easy Live View access offers 4 autofocus modes, including Face-priority AF.

Low noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200
Engineered for exceptional low-light shooting.

11-point Autofocus System with 3D Focus Tracking
Fast and accurate autofocus delivers razor sharpness.

In-camera Retouch image editing
Creative in-camera image editing, featuring Soft Filter, Straighten, Color Outline Effect, Perspective Control, Red-eye Correction, Image Overlay, Monochrome and more—all without a computer.

Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Nikon’s renowned 420-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering II, teamed with the exclusive Scene Recognition System, evaluates each scene for unmatched exposure accuracy.

GPS Geo-tagging
GP-1 GPS unit (optional) automatically identifies and records every image’s latitude, longitude and altitude, with satellite time-of-day.

D-Movie Mode with sound
Record 720p HD movie clips enhanced by NIKKOR interchangeable lens quality and versatility.

19 Auto-exposure Scene Modes
Capture stunning photos in challenging picture-taking situations including Sunsets, Candlelight, Silhouette, Portrait, Landscape, Beach/Snow, and more.

Continuous shooting as fast as 4 frames per second
Combined with fast power-up and split-second shutter response, decisive moments are captured easily without annoying shooting lag.

Built-in image sensor cleaning
Effective 4-frequency, ultrasonic sensor cleaning keeps images spot free.

Auto Active D-Lighting
Restores lost shadow and highlight detail in high contrast exposures—Selectable and Auto modes available.

Picture Control Settings for personal image control
Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape and 9 customizable settings.

Durable, high precision shutter
Testing to over 100,000 cycles assures precision and long shutter life.

Experience It

*ESP (Estimated Selling Price) listed only as an estimate. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.

Specifications

  • Total Pixels
    12.9 million
     
  • Effective Pixels
    12.3 million
     
  • Image Sensor Format
    DX
     
  • Image Sensor Type
    CMOS
     
  • Sensor Size
    15.8 x 23.6mm
     
  • Dust-Off Reference Photo
    Yes
     
  • Image Area (pixels)
    DX-format
    (L) 4288x2848
    (M) 3216x2136
    (S) 2144x1424
     
  • Storage Media
    SD
    SDHC
     
  • File Format
    Compressed 12-bit NEF (RAW)
    JPEG: JPEG-baseline-compliant; can be selected from Size Priority and Optimal Quality
    AVI
     
  • Picture Control
    Standard
    Neutral
    Vivid
    Monochrome
    Portrait
    Landscape
    Nine User-customizable Settings
     
  • Movie Modes
    Movie with sound
    Stop motion movie
    D-Movie
    HD 1280x720 / 24 fps
    VGA 640x424 / 24 fps
    QVGA 320x216 / 24fps
     
  • LCD Monitor Size
    2.7 in. diagonal
     
  • LCD Monitor Type
    Vari-angle color LCD monitor
     
  • LCD Monitor Resolution
    230,000 Dots
     
  • LCD Monitor Angle of View
    170-degree wide-viewing angle
     
  • LCD Monitor Adjustments
    Brightness, 7 levels
     
  • Live View Shooting

    yes
     
  • Playback Functions
    Full frame
    Thumbnail (4, 9, 16 or 72 segments)
    Zoom
    Slideshow
    Histogram display
    Shooting data
    Highlight point display
    Auto image rotation
    Sound playback
    D-Movie Playback
    Calendar
     
  • Image Comment
    Yes
     
  • Lens Mount
    Nikon F bayonet mount
     
  • Compatible Lenses

    AF-S or AF-I: All functions supported.
    • Type G or D AF NIKKOR without built-in autofocus motor: All functions except autofocus supported. IX NIKKOR lenses not supported.
    • Other AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II. Lenses for F3AF not supported.
    • Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and some shooting modes.
    • AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II.
    • Non-CPU: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in mode M, but exposure meter does not function. Electronic rangefinder can be used if lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster

     
  • Viewfinder
    -2.0 to +1.0 m-1
     
  • Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment

    (-2.0 to +1.0 m-1)

     
  • Viewfinder Frame Coverage
    Approx. 95%
     
  • Viewfinder Magnification
    Approx.

    0.78

     
  • Autofocus System

    Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including 1 cross-type sensor) and AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5-3 m/1 ft. 8 in.-9ft.10 in.)

     
  • Focus Modes
    Single-servo AF (S)
    Continuous-servo (C)
    Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder
    Live View (LV) autofocus
    Face-Priority, Wide Area, Normal Area and Subject Tracking
     
  • Focus Lock
    AE-L/AF-L button
    Half press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)
     
  • Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
    11
     
  • Single-point AF Mode
    Yes
     
  • Autofocus Sensitivity
    -1 - +19 EV (ISO 100, 20°C/68°F
     
  • Dynamic AF Mode
    Yes
     
  • Auto-area AF Mode
    Yes
     
  • Focusing Screen
    Type B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark V with superimposed focus brackets
     
  • Interchangeable Focusing Screens
    No
     
  • Depth-of-field Control
    No
     
  • White Balance
    Sun
    Shade
    Fluorescent
    Incandescent
    Flash
    Preset
    Auto
     
  • White Balance Bracketing
    Yes, 3 frames in steps of 1
     
  • Exposure Metering System
    420 pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
    Center-weighted
    Spot
     
  • Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity
    200 in steps of 1/3
    1 EV
     
  • Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity
    3200in steps of 1/3
    1EV
     
  • Lowest Expanded ISO Sensitivity

    Lo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent)

     
  • Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity

    Hi-1 (ISO 6400 equivalent)

     
  • Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options

    Lo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent) in steps of 1/3 EV

    Hi-1 (ISO 6400 equivalent) in steps of 1/3 EV 

     
  • Metering Range

    1) 0 to 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering); 2) 2 to 20 EV (Spot metering) (ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, at 20 degrees C/68 degrees F)

     
  • Exposure Modes
    Programmed Auto (P) with flexible Program
    Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
    Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
    Manual (M)
    Auto
    Auto (flash off)
    Advanced Scene Modes
     
  • Exposure Compensation
    ±5 EV in increments of 1/3
    1/2
    1
     
  • Exposure Lock
    Yes
     
  • Exposure Bracketing
    Yes
    2 or 3 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1 or 2 EV
     
  • D-Lighting Bracketing
    2 exposures
     
  • Total custom Settings
    23
     
  • My Menu
    Yes: with customization
     
  • Recent Settings
    Yes
     
  • Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution
    4 frames per second
     
  • Slowest Shutter Speed
    30 sec. in steps of 1/3
    1/2
    1 EV
     
  • Fastest Shutter Speed
    1/4000 sec. in steps of 1/3
    1/2
    1 EV
     
  • Bulb Shutter Setting
    Yes
     
  • Shutter type
    Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
     
  • Self-timer
    2, 5, 10, 20 seconds duration
     
  • Built-in Flash
    Yes
     
  • Built-in Flash Distance
    56 at ISO 200 ft.17 at ISO 200m
     
  • Flash Control

    1) i-TTL: TTL flash control by 420-pixel RGB sensor, built-in flash, SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-400: i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL flash
    2) AA (Auto Aperture-type) flash: Available with SB-900 and SB-800 used with CPU lens
    3) Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, SB-28, SB-27, and SB-22S
    4) Range-priority manual flash; available with SB-900 and SB-800

     
  • Flash Sync Modes
    Front-curtain sync (normal)
    Slow sync
    Rear-curtain sync
    Red-eye reduction
     
  • Card Slot
    1 Secure Digital (SD)
     
  • File System
    Compliant with DCF 2.0
    DPOF
    EXIF 2.21
     
  • Advanced Scene Modes
    Portrait
    Landscape
    Close-up
    Sports
    Night Portrait
    Night Landscape
    Party / Indoor
    Beach / Snow
    Child
    Sunset
    Dusk / Dawn
    Pet Portrait
    Candlelight
    Blossom
    Autumn Colors
    Food
    Silhouette
    High Key
    Low Key
     
  • Exposure Meter Coupling
    CPU
     
  • Shutter Release Modes
    Single-frame [S] mode
    Continuous Frame Shooting (Approx 4 FPS)
    Live View [LV] mode
    Self-timer mode
    Delayed remote
    Quick response
    Quiet shutter-release
     
  • Picture Angle
    1.5
     
  • Viewfinder Eyepoint

    17.9

     
  • Reflex Mirror
    Quick-return type
     
  • Flash Sync Speed
    Up to 1/200
     
  • Flash Compensation
    -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
     
  • Nikon Creative Lighting System Compatibility
    Yes
    Built-in Commander mode not available
     
  • In-Camera Image Editing
    Trim
    D-Lighting
    Color Balance
    Image Overlay
    Filter Effects
    Distortion Control
    Monochrome
    Stop Motion
    NEF (RAW) Processing
    Quick retouch
    Straighten
    Fisheye
    Small picture
    Red-eye Correction
    Perspective Control
    Color Outline
     
  • High ISO Noise Reduction

    1) Low
    2) Normal
    3) High
    4) Off

     
  • Long Exposure Noise Reduction
    Yes
     
  • Battery Type
    Rechargeable
     
  • Battery / Batteries
    EN-EL9 Lithium-ion Battery
    EN-EL9a Lithium-ion Battery
     
  • Battery Life (shots per charge)
    510 shots (CIPA)
     
  • AC Adapter
    EH-5a AC Adapter
     
  • Battery Charger
    MH-18a Quick Charger
     
  • Supplied Software
    Software Suite CD-ROM
     
  • Interface
    Hi-speed USB
    NTSC
    HDMI
     
  • WiFi Functionality

    No
    Eye-Fi compatible

     
  • GPS
    With optional GP-1 GPS Unit and supplied Connecting Cord
     
  • Approx. Dimensions
    Width 5.0 in. (127mm)
    Height 4.1 in. (104mm)
    Depth 3.1 in. (80mm)
     
  • Approx. Weight
    19.8 oz. (560g)
     
  • Accessory Shoe
    Yes
     
  • Flash Sync Terminal
    No
     
  • Tripod Socket
    ¼ inch 20
     
  • Save/Load Camera settings
    No
     
  • Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings
    Yes
     
  • World Time Setting
    Yes
     
  • Supported Languages
    Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish
     
  • Supplied Accessories
    • EN-EL9a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
    • MH-23 Quick Charger
    • DK-5 Eyepiece Cap
    • DK-24 Rubber Eyecup
    • UC-E6 USB Cable
    • EG-CP14 Audio Video Cable
    • AN-DC3 Camera Strap
    • Body Cap
    • BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover
    • Software Suite CD-ROM

    *Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area.

     

*ESP (Estimated Selling Price) listed only as an estimate. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.

**Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

*ESP (Estimated Selling Price) listed only as an estimate. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.

*ESP (Estimated Selling Price) listed only as an estimate. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.

*ESP (Estimated Selling Price) listed only as an estimate. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.

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Award Winner

Nikon D5000 SLR - DIWA Gold Award

The Nikon D5000 knows how to stand out from most compact DSLR cameras thanks to its innovative image technology and users ease. The convenient vari-angle LCD monitor allows users to shoot from any angle, and Live View mode gives digital photography an extra dimension. The Nikon D5000 SLR camera managed to convince the DIWA jury simply by its superior image quality, innovative functionality and user-friendliness.


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