Nikon D5100 w/ AF-S 18-55mm VR

Stimulate your creativity.

The Nikon D5100 offers a host of new photographic and video tools that deliver superior performance and exceptional image quality with class-leading versatility.  With 16.2 megapixels, a swivel Vari-angle LCD monitor, Full 1080p HD movie capabilities, new Effects Mode and new HDR setting, you hold the power and performance to capture beautiful moments and the freedom to get creative.

Creativity From Any Point Of View

Designed to take pictures or record D-Movies from different viewpoints, the large 3” super sharp 920,000-dot Vari-angle LCD monitor allows for versatile high quality viewing and playback. Try a high-angle for overhead images, waist level for candid shots or a low vantage point for a look from ground level. You can even have fun taking self-portraits.

Express Yourself

More fun and artistic pictures and movies.
Whether taking still pictures or recording Full 1080p HD movies, use the Effects Mode to add a creative touch to your images. Select from the amazing array of special effects such as Selective Colour, to isolate any colour within a scene, or Night Vision to capture details in places too dark for your own eyes. Try High Key to create bright, glowing images filled with atmosphere or emphasize the mood of a scene using Low Key, or Miniature Effect, which makes a scene look like a miniature scale model.

HDR (High Dynamic Range)

Exquisite detail in highlight and shadow
There are countless ways to take your imagination and images to the next level.  In extreme high-contrast light situations, the all-new HDR setting makes sure you get a good photograph by creating a composite image that brings out more details with less noise and richer colour gradation. As your skills develop, you will find more ways to not only take incredible pictures and movies, but also make them truly stand out.

Tell better stories

The D5100 delivers exceptionally high-quality movie performance due to its Full 1080p HD capability, the latest in Full-time autofocus takes the guesswork out of tracking your subjects while in motion.  The camera has ergonomically placed Live View and D-Movie start buttons for 20 minutes of uninterrupted recording time. Take your picture-taking and movie-making potential to impressive new levels with in-camera editing and creative controls.  You have the freedom to choose the start and end points of your footage, and sound recording capabilities are also provided – including stereo (with optional microphone).

Stunning Image Quality in a Class Of Its Own

Incorporating the latest Nikon D-SLR technologies such as the 16.2MP DX-format CMOS sensor and EXPEED 2 image-processing engine, the D5100 delivers outstanding image quality. Its CMOS sensor offers a remarkably wide ISO range of ISO 100 to 6400 with reduced noise which enables you to take pictures at faster shutter speeds and capture scenes and subjects with less blur. Handheld photographs and Full 1080p HD movies come out looking great even in low light.

Speed and Performance That Delivers

With high-speed continuous photos at approximately 4 frames per second, you'll capture the most important moments and with D5100s large optical viewfinder you get accurate and a precise view in every situation. You’ll get a precise view in every situation. Plus, the D5100s 11-point AF system provides flexibility to compose the shot you want ensuring your subject is captured sharply wherever it’s located in the frame. Working together with the Scene Recognition System, the camera can keep your main subject in focus even if the composition changes using Nikon’s exclusive 3D-tracking.

Brilliance whenever needed

Vital for dark or backlit subjects, the D5100's built-in pop-up flash automatically brightens your subject even when shooting outdoors in bright sunlight. Expect natural looking results thanks to intelligent flash control.

NIKKOR lenses expand your vision

From wide angle to telephoto, from prime to Micro, the NIKKOR interchangeable lens lineup offers more choices to see and capture still images and D-Movies of the world from your perspective.

Key Features

• 3”, 921,000-dot Super-Density horizontal type Vari-Angle LCD Monitor
• In-camera Special Effects Mode
• In-camera HDR (High Dynamic Range)
• Stunning Full 1080p HD Movies with Full Time Autofocus
• High Resolution 16.2 MP DX-format CMOS sensor
• Split-second Shutter Response
• Fast 11-point Autofocus System
• ISO sensitivity 100-6400, expandable to ISO 25,600 equivalent
• EXPEED 2 image processing engine
• Scene Recognition System
• Nikon 420-pixel RGB 3D Colour Matrix Metering II
• 16 Automatic Exposure Scene Modes
• Active D-Lighting
• Built-in Speedlight flash with i-TTL
• Picture Control
• Automatic Image Sensor Cleaning
• Efficient EN-EL14 Battery
• Built-in HDMI Connection

What's Included:

• D5100 Body
• AF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 G VR DX Lens
• EN-EL14 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
• MH-24 Quick Charger
• DK-20 Rubber Eyecup;
• UC-E6 USB Cable
• EG-CP14 Audio Video Cable
• AN-DC3 Camera Strap
• DK-5 Eyepiece Cap
• BF-1B Body Cap
• BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover
• Nikon ViewNX 2 CD-ROM