The D3000 is a high-performance DX-format SLR that delivers superb images and boasts a range of functions, which make photography simple and fun. Nikon’s intelligent Guide Mode offers incredibly user-friendly in-camera assistance, enabling even beginners to capture wonderful images. Perfect for shots that you are not sure how to take, Guide Mode will ask you about the image you want to capture and automatically optimize the camera settings for the best possible results. When you want to learn more, you can use Guide Mode to find out how to adjust the settings yourself. The 10.2 megapixel image sensor and fast autofocus performance ensure precise, detailed images. The large, 3-inch LCD screen is highly convenient for composing and reviewing images, and makes it easy to use the in-camera retouch menu that enables you to modify images without a computer. The D3000 – the camera that shows you how to capture stunning shots with ease.
Superb image quality – 10.2 megapixel image sensor
Razor-sharp 11-point Autofocus system with 3D-tracking
Large 3-inch high-resolution LCD monitor
GUIDE mode – intuitive in-camera assistance
GUIDE mode: quick and easy-to-use in-camera assistance. Asks you about the picture you want to take and automatically optimizes the camera settings for superior results. Can be set to show you how to adjust the settings yourself, helping you master the camera and learn the basics of SLR photography.
10.2 megapixel DX format CCD image sensor lets you capture outstandingly detailed images and produce stunningly sharp enlargements.
Razor-sharp 11-point Autofocus system offers fast and precise autofocus coverage across the frame. Four AF-area modes, including 3D-tracking AF, deliver sharp results, whether your subject is off-center, moving fast or completely unpredictable.
Dual Integrated dust reduction system: Image Sensor Cleaning and Airflow Control systems keep dust away from the camera’s image sensor for clear, spot-free images.
Scene Recognition System delivers sharply-defined images by optimizing the camera settings immediately before the shutter is released.
High ISO (100-1600) light sensitivity: features an Auto ISO setting and is manually extendable up to ISO 3200 using the Hi1 setting. Enables faster shutter speeds, significantly reducing the risk of blurred images when you shoot fast-moving subjects or take pictures in low light.
Large 3-inch, 230k-dot, high-resolution LCD monitor makes it easy to view essential camera information, and a pleasure to review and edit your shots.
3 fps continuous shooting allows you to capture fast-moving action at 3 frames per second.
Picture Controls lets you set the look and mood of your images before you shoot. Choose from six settings: Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Monochrome, Portrait and Landscape.
Extensive in-camera Retouch Menu enables you to edit and enhance images in the camera. Offers a range of photo effects including D-Lighting, Filter Effects and a clever Miniature Effect that makes images appear as if they are photos of miniature scale models.
System Expandability: compatible with a wide range of DX NIKKOR lenses, renowned for delivering outstanding sharpness, crisp contrast and precise color reproduction. Optimized for use with AF-S and AF-I NIKKOR lenses.
| Type | Single-lens reflex digital camera |
| Lens mount | Nikon F mount (with AF contacts) |
| Effective picture angle | Approx. 1.5 x lens focal length (Nikon DX format) |
| Effective pixels | 10.2 million |
| Image sensor | 23.6 x 15.8 mm CCD sensor |
| Total pixels | 10.75 million |
| Dust-reduction system | Image Sensor Cleaning, Airflow Control System, Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX 2 software required) |
| Image size (pixels) | 3,872 x 2,592 [L], 2,896 x 1,944 [M], 1,936 x 1,296 [S] |
| File format | • NEF (RAW) • JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1:4), normal (approx. 1:8), or basic (approx. 1:16) compression • NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats |
| Picture Control System | Can be selected from Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape; selected Picture Control can be modified |
| Media | SD (Secure Digital) memory cards, SDHC compliant |
| File system | DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), Exif 2.21 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras), PictBridge |
| Viewfinder | Eye-level pentamirror single-lens reflex viewfinder |
| Frame coverage | Approx. 95% horizontal and 95% vertical |
| Magnification | Approx. 0.8 x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, -1.0 m-1) |
| Eyepoint | 18 mm (-1.0 m-1) |
| Diopter adjustment | -1.7 to +0.5 m-1 |
| Focusing screen | Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark V screen with focus frame (framing grid can be displayed) |
| Reflex mirror | Quick return type |
| Lens aperture | Instant return, electronically controlled |
| Compatible lenses | • AF-S and AF-I NIKKOR: 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 some shooting modes. • AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except 3D color matrix metering II. • Non-CPU: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in exposure mode M, but exposure meter does not function.
Note: Electronic rangefinder can be used if lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. |
| Type | Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter |
| Speed | 1/4000 to 30 s in steps of 1/3 EV, Bulb, Time (requires optional Wireless Remote Control ML-L3) |
| Flash sync speed | X=1/200 s; synchronizes with shutter at 1/200 s or slower |
| Release mode | Single-frame, continuous, self-timer, quick-response remote, delayed remote |
| Frame advance rate | Up to 3 fps (manual focus, mode M or S, shutter speed 1/250 s or faster, and other settings at default values) |
| Self-timer | Can be selected from 2, 5, 10, and 20 s duration |
| Metering | TTL exposure metering using 420-pixel RGB sensor |
| Metering method | • Matrix: 3D color matrix metering II (type G and D lenses); color matrix metering II (other CPU lenses) • Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 8-mm circle in center of frame • Spot: Meters 3.5-mm circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point |
| Range (ISO 100, f/1.4 lens, 20oC/68oF) | • Matrix or center-weighted metering: 0 to 20 EV • Spot metering: 2 to 20 EV |
| Exposure meter coupling | CPU |
| Exposure Modes | Auto modes (auto, auto [flash off ]), Scene Modes (Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close up, Night portrait), programmed auto with flexible program (P), shutter-priority auto (S), aperture-priority auto (A) manual (M) |
| Exposure compensation | -5 to +5 EV in increments of 1/3 EV |
| Exposure lock | Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button |
| ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) | ISO 100 to 1600 in steps of 1 EV. Can also be set to approx. 1 EV above ISO 1600 (ISO 3200 equivalent), auto ISO sensitivity control available |
| Active D-Lighting | Can be selected from On or Off |
| Autofocus | Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one cross-type sensor), and AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5 to 3m / 1 ft. 8 in. to 9 ft. 10 in.) |
| Detection range | -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 20oC/68oF) |
| Lens servo | • Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status • Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used |
| Focus point | Can be selected from 11 focus points |
| AF-area mode | Single-point AF, dynamic-area AF, auto-area AF, 3D-tracking (11 points) AF |
| Focus lock | Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (Single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button |
| Built-in flash | Approx. 12/39, 13/43 with manual flash (m/ft, ISO 100, 20oC/68oF) |
| Guide Number | -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 20oC/68oF) |
| Flash control | • TTL: i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR using 420-pixel RGB sensor are available with built-in flash and SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, or SB-400 (i-TTL balanced fill-flash is available when matrix or center-weighted metering is selected) • Auto aperture: Available with SB-900, SB-800 and CPU lens • Non-TTL auto: Supported flash units include SB-900, SB-800, SB-80DX, SB-28DX, SB-28, SB-27, and SB-22S • Range-priority manual: Available with SB-900 and SB-800 |
| Flash mode | Auto, auto with red-eye reduction, fill-flash, auto slow sync, auto slow sync with red-eye correction, and rear curtain with slow sync |
| Flash compensation | -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV |
| Flash-ready indicator | Lights when built-in flash or optional flash unit such as SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-400, SB-80DX, SB-28DX, or SB-50DX is fully charged; blinks for 3 s after flash is fired at full output |
| Accessory shoe | ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock |
| Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) | Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with SB-900, SB-800, or SU-800 as commander; Flash Color Information Communication supported with built-in flash and all CLS-compatible flash units |
| Sync terminal | Sync Terminal Adapter AS-15 (optional) |
| White balance | Auto, incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual, all except preset manual with fine turning. |
| LCD monitor | 3-in., approx. 230 k-dot TFT LCD with brightness adjustment |
| Playback function | Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar) playback with playback zoom, playback of stop-motion movies created with D3000, slide show, histogram display, highlights, auto image rotation, and image comment (up to 36 characters) |
| USB | Hi-Speed USB |
| Audio video output | Can be selected from NTSC and PAL |
| Supported languages | Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish |
| Battery | One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a |
| AC adapter | AC Adapter EH-5a; requires Power Connector EP-5 (optional) |
| Tripod socket | 1/4 in. (ISO 1222) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 126 x 97 x 64 mm (5.0 x 3.8 x 2.5 in.) |
| Weight | Approx. 485 g (1 lb. 1.1 oz.) without battery, memory card, or body cap |
| Temperature | 0 to 40oC (32 to 104oF) |
| Humidity | Less than 85% (no condensation) |
| Supplied accessories (may differ by country or area) | Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a , Quick Charger MH-23,, Eyepiece Cap DK-5, Rubber Eyecap DK-20, USB Cable UC-E4, Video Cable EG-D100, Camera Strap AN-DC3, Accessory Shoe Cover BS-1, Body Cap BF-1A, Software Suite CD-ROM |
ViewNX
Image browser software for the easy organization and sharing of images. Compatible with Nikon Transfer.
Battery Charger MH-23
Battery EN-EL9a
Strap AN-DC3
Shoulder strap from woven fabric with embroidered Nikon logo.
Nikon Transfer
Software for bulk transfer and backup of digital images to a computer. Compatible with Nikon ViewNX
Hot shoe cover BS-1
Fits into the hot shoe of all Nikon SLR cameras and helps to keep out dust and moisture from the hot shoe.
Body Cap BF-1A
DK-5
When using the self timer or remote release it is recommended to remove the viewfinder eyepiece cup and attach the DK-5 eyepiece cap. This will prevent light entering the viewfinder from affecting the exposure in auto exposure modes.
USB Cable UC-E4
DK-20
Eyepiece shield made from comfortable soft rubber. Minimizes the amount of stray light that enters the viewfinder.
Infrared remote control ML-L3
Wireless remote control, controls the shutter release of specific Nikon D-SLR, Nikon 1 and Nikon COOLPIX cameras cameras from a distance.
Capture NX 2
Powerful, intuitive image-processing software for refining and perfecting your photographs.
Speedlight SB-600
AC Adapter EH-5a
AC adapter, provides continuous power as an alternative to batteries.
AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G
35mm wide aperture lens with high-quality optics and compact dimensions designed for use with Nikon DX format cameras.
TTL Sync Cord SC-28
TTL Multi-Flash Sync Cord that can be easily clicked onto the camera and the external flash.
TTL Sync Cord SC-29
AC Adapter Connector EP-5
Capture NX 2 Upgrade
Capture NX 2, complete upgrade version supplied in a box with printed manuals included. Requires previously installed Capture NX.
Speedlight SB-900
Professional i-TTL Speedlight, compatible with Nikon FX and DX format SLRs, and the Nikon Creative Lighting System. Offers extensive creative opportunities for flash photography.
Speedlight SB-400
Ideal for entry-level users, the new SB-400 is a compact and lightweight Speedlight that is perfect for enhanced twilight shots or for adding impact to daylight images.
Semi-Soft Camera Case CF-DC1
60mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Micro NIKKOR
Popular 60mm fixed-focal length macro lens with high quality optics, 1:1 reproduction ratio and Silent Wave Motor (SWM).
Magnifying Viewfinder DG-2
Commander Kit R1C1
Unique Wireless Speedlight system kit for fully automatic Close-up photographic exposures. The kit comprises of two SB-R200 Remote units attached to the lens and a SU-800 Commander unit attached to the cameras i-TTL metering system.
Right-angle Viewfinder DR-6
AC Adapter EH-5b
The EH-5b is an optional AC Adapter that can be used to power the camera from a wall outlet.
