Nikon D3100 Announced: Price and Features
By Jayita, Gaea News NetworkThursday, August 19, 2010

Nikon is a big name in the world of photography. The brand has now decided to celebrate the World Photography Day by unwraping a new camera for their fans. Today Nikon has announced the launch of Nikon D3100, a new member to their DSLR family. Nikon D3100, which will be the successor of D300 is targeted at the newbies. The new digital SLR is expected to hit the market by the end of September 2010.
ARTICLE CONTINUED BELOWWith D3100, entry level user can get the option of capturing HD video in different sizes and frame rates. While, 1080p records 24 frame per seconds, 720p captures video in the range of 24 to 30 frame per seconds. 14.2 MP camera has a new CMOS sensor and a 3 inch LCD that offers live view so that user can take shots both on screen and through viewfinder.
Features
- 11-point auto-focus system
- 14.2-megapixel
- 3-inch LCD
- Native max of ISO 3200 up to 12,800
Price: $699
Nikon has also unveiled four new Nikon lenses that will be available in the same time.
Nikon Lenses with Price
AF-S NIKKOR DX 55-300mm 4.5-5.6 VR $400
AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm 4 G ED VR $1,050
The AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm 3.5-5.6G ED VR -$1,300
AF-S NIKKOR 85mm 1.4G $1,700