Nikon D3000 10.2 MP Digital SLR Camera w/18-55mm DX VR, Refurb by Nikon #25462 B
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Nikon D3000 10.2 MP DSLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX VR Lens - Refurbished by Nikon U.S.A.

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2011-06-03T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Everything a beginning photographer need

I bought the D3000 and 18-55mm VR last August as my first DSLR, and I could not have been happier. It's a huge step up from a point and shoot, and the image quality is great. It's easy to use through the menus and has taught me a lot about photography. It leaves room to grow and experiment. The only con I can think of is that the camera will not autofocus with some older AF lenses. However, this won't bother most people because there are lot of AF-S lenses available and Nikon is upgrading its lineup with new AF-S lenses, like the new 50mm 1.8G AF-S. My refurbished products came looking and acting like new, with very few shutter actuations. It's now 10 months since I got this camera and it hasn't malfunctioned once. I could not have been happier with this purchase, or my shopping experience at Adorama.

Kinga L.

2011-01-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

So in love!

I just adore my new camera. Best price that I could find anywhere! Will be taking pictures with it for years to come!

loveandlattes

2010-10-06T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

AWESOME!

I just got my camera yesterday and I love it. I looked all around the internet looking for the best price and Adorama has the best deal hands down. My camera was a refurb but it looks and handle like a brand new camera. I LOVE IT! It takes awesome pictures, I have already taken over 300 and about 270 of them were keepers.

Lilriss

2010-08-29T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome deal

Awesome deal. Pictures look great. Ease of use and handling are perfect. Mine had less than 100 shutter clicks.

allied

2010-07-07T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Has lots of gadgets to experiment with

Bought the Nikon D3000 camera for lens compatibility purposes with a Nikon D40X. Used two cameras shooting at a football skills training camp. Recommend purchasing a Nikon D3000 book to better understand the variable settings and uses of the camera that has professional recommendations concerning specific applications. The booklet supplied with the camera does not provide that depth of knowledge. Example: I shot a lot of action photos in the 3D area focus mode with the resulting background in focus and the closer subjects either out of focus of not very sharp. Probably should have shot those photos in the Dynamic or Single Point area focus. All this was done with both cameras in the P-Program-Auto mode using a 70-200mm lens and a 18-55mm lens. Also, If you're inclined to make adjustments in White Balance, I recommend that you do a lot of practice shooting because this can be very tricky in various light sources. Overall, the camera is great for capturing action shots in the continuous release mode, but I do strongly recommend that you should really get to know this camera in depth unless you're inclined to just shoot in the Auto everything mode. Very nice camera. Happy to have it, especially since it's compatible with my other equipment.

Ed P.

2010-06-15T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great buy

Has brought an old geezer bacK into the Nikon family.[...]

RICHARD H.

2010-05-20T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A great camera, pure and simple

Look at closely at the specs for the older Nikon D80 and you'll see that most of those specs seem to have migrated to the new D3000, plus a few other fun things. I am still amazed at how great a camera it is after reading how it was so 'entry-level' and aimed at the beginner's market. It's actually a top performer for it's class. If you want superb action shots/the ability to shoot in very low light without a flash, sure, spend more money, but for the average bear wanting a Nikon DSLR, this will prove quite adequate and quite up to the task for most of your shots. I am very, very happy with it and can't wait to get out into the wilderness for another shoot. And hint: print out the 217 page manual that comes on the CD, there's a lot to learn, as this has more features than you're probably used to. The camera's built-in 'Guide' feature is like having a photography teacher right there with you... hat's off to Nikon on that one!

MICHAEL G.

2010-03-25T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great camera!

I am very happy with this camera,[...], it takes great shots right out of the box. [...]

Mark

2010-03-18T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great for the price

This is my very First DSLR. I do have some experience with some 35mm SLR photography but even if I had been working with just a point and shoot camera I would have been able to figure this one out with easy. Overall extremely satisfied with the Nikon D3000

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Nikon D3000 Specifications

  • 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

  • Image sensor Total pixels

    10.75 million

  • Image sensor Dust-reduction system

    Image Sensor Cleaning, Airflow Control System, Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX 2 software required)

  • Storage Image size (pixels)

    3,872 x 2,592 [L], 2,896 x 1,944 [M], 1,936 x 1,296 [S]

  • Storage 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

  • Storage Media

    SD (Secure Digital) memory cards, SDHC compliant

  • Storage 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

  • Viewfinder Frame coverage

    Approx. 95% horizontal and 95% vertical

  • Viewfinder Magnification

    Approx. 0.8 x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, -1.0 m-1)

  • Viewfinder Eyepoint

    18 mm (-1.0 m-1)

  • Viewfinder Diopter adjustment

    -1.7 to +0.5 m-1

  • Viewfinder Focusing screen

    Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark V screen with focus frame (framing grid can be displayed)

  • Viewfinder Reflex mirror

    Quick return type

  • Viewfinder Lens aperture

    Instant return, electronically controlled

  • Compatible lenses 1

    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.

  • Compatible lenses 2

    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.

  • Shutter Type

    Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter

  • Shutter Speed

    1/4000 to 30 s in steps of 1/3 EV, Bulb, Time (requires optional Wireless Remote Control ML-L3)

  • Shutter 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

  • Exposure Metering

    TTL exposure metering using 420-pixel RGB sensor

  • Exposure 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

  • Exposure Range

    Matrix or center-weighted metering: 0 to 20 EV
    Spot metering: 2 to 20 EV
    (ISO 100, f/1.4 lens, 68°F/20°C)

  • 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

    ISO 100 to 1600 in steps of 1 EV. Can also be set to approx. 1 EV above ISO 1600 (ISO 3200 equivalent), auto ISOsensitivity control available(Recommended Exposure Index)

  • 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 crosstype sensor) and AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 1 ft. 8 in. to 9 ft. 10 in. / 0.5 to 3m)

  • Focus Detection range

    -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C)

  • Focus 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

  • Focus 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-Lbutton

  • Built-in flash

    Auto, Portrait, Child, Close-up, Night portrait: Auto flash with auto pop-up P, S, A, M: Manual pop-up with button release

  • Flash Guide Number

    Approx. 39/12, 43/13 with manual flash (ft/m, ISO 100, 68°F/20°C)

  • 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

  • Flash 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

  • Flash 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)

  • Temperature

    32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)

  • Humidity

    Less than 85% (no condensation)

  • 18-55mm Lens: Focal Length Range

    18-55mm

  • 18-55mm Lens: Zoom Ratio

    3x

  • 18-55mm Lens: Maximum Aperture

    3.5-5.6

  • 18-55mm Lens: Minimum Aperture

    22-32

  • 18-55mm Lens: Autofocus

    Yes

  • 18-55mm Lens: Vibration Reduction

    Yes

  • 18-55mm Lens: Distance Information

    Yes

  • 18-55mm Lens: Super Integrated Coating

    Yes

  • 18-55mm Lens: Manual/Auto Focus Mode

    Yes

  • 18-55mm Lens: Minimum Focus Distance

    0.9 ft. (0.28m)

  • 18-55mm Lens: Maximum Angle of View

    76°

  • 18-55mm Lens: Minimum Angle of View

    28°50'

  • 18-55mm Lens: Lens (Elements)

    11

  • 18-55mm Lens: Aspherical (Elements)

    0

  • 18-55mm Lens: Maximum Reproduction Ratio

    0.31

  • 18-55mm Lens: Mount Type

    Nikon F-Bayonet

  • 18-55mm Lens: Accepts Filter Type

    Screw-on

  • 18-55mm Lens: Filter Size

    52mm

  • 18-55mm Lens: Lens Attachment Size

    52mm

  • 18-55mm Lens: Dimensions

    2.9 x 3.1in. (Diameter x Length)

  • Camera Dimensions (W x H x D)

    Approx. 5.0 x 3.8 x 2.5 in. (126 x 97 x 64 mm)

  • 18-55mm Lens: Weight

    265g

  • 55-200mm Lens: Weight

    335g

  • Camera Weight

    Approx. 1 lb. 1.1 oz. (485 g) without battery, memory card, or body cap

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About Nikon D3000

The Nikon D3000 a camera that combines Nikon technology with simplicity never before found in a camera so advanced. The D3000 features a new Guide mode, intuitive in-camera assistance that allows even first-time users to transform everyday moments into stunning pictures.

The D3000's intelligent Guide mode helps you take your photography to new heights, revealing techniques you thought were the exclusive realm of professional photographers but which you can now call your own. Artistry like blurring backgrounds or freezing fast-moving action is easily accomplished with the D3000.

The D3000 packs all the innovation and advanced engineering for which Nikon is famous into a light, compact body. And with the D3000, advanced doesn't mean difficult. Its leading-edge technology resides behind a user-friendly interface that makes it extraordinarily simple to take the kinds of photos you've always wanted to take.

Nikon D3000 Features

  • 10.2-Megapixel DX-format Imaging Sensor: Delivers extraordinary image quality for breathtaking prints up to 20 x 30 inches.
  • Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization Lens: Legendary NIKKOR optical quality and fast, accurate autofocus means vivid color, striking contrast and crisp detail, while VR image stabilization assures your sharpest pictures ever.
  • Compact Design: Beautifully styled-Ready to go where life takes you.
  • Easy-To-Use-Featuring Nikon Guide Mode: Intuitive controls and the on-board Guide Mode assist you every step of the way.
  • Split-second Shutter Response: Eliminates the frustration of shutter delay, capturing moments that other cameras miss.
  • Continuous Shooting up to 3 Frames-Per-Second: Capture fast action, precious moments and fleeting expressions confidently.
  • 6 Automatic Exposure Scene Modes: Just set the Mode dial to Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-up or Night Portrait for stunning results in otherwise challenging conditions.
  • 3-inch Color LCD Monitor: Bright, high-resolution, 170-degree wide-angle viewing for easy picture review and sharing.
  • In-camera Image Editing: The Retouch Menu provides creative freedom, without the need for a computer, offering 13 easy editing functions, including Trim, Red-eye Correction and Soft Filter.
  • Nikon EXPEED Image Processing: Assures breathtakingly rich image quality, managing color, contrast, exposure, noise and speed.
  • Automatic Image Sensor Cleaning: Ultrasonic process and exclusive Airflow Control combats the accumulation of dust in front of the image sensor, safeguarding image quality shot after shot.
  • 11-point Autofocus: Fast and accurate autofocus delivers razor-sharp pictures.
  • 6 Personal Picture Control Settings: Choose from Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, or Landscape to apply a personal look and feel to your pictures.
  • Active D-Lighting: Restores picture-enhancing detail in shadows and highlights.
  • ISO sensitivity from 100 - 1600: Exceptional results, even in challenging low-light situations.
  • 18-55mm Lens: Compact 3x zoom lens covering the most frequently used focal range of 18 to 55mm.
  • 18-55mm Lens: Vibration Reduction (VR) minimizes image blur caused by camera shake, enabling sharper pictures, hand-held, at shutter speeds up to three stops slower than would otherwise be possible.
  • 18-55mm Lens: Optical design, optimized for use with Nikon DX-format D-SLRs for superior performance.
  • 18-55mm Lens: Hybrid aspherical lens element minimizes various types of lens aberration.
  • 18-55mm Lens: High-performance Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) offers superior color reproduction, while substantially reducing ghosting and flare.
  • Versatile and compact 3.6x Zoom-NIKKOR brings the action to the photographer. Ideal for portraiture, family, sports, nature and wildlife.
  • Nikon's VR (Vibration Reduction) reduces the effects of camera shake, allowing hand-held shooting at up to 3 shutter speeds slower than would be possible for dramatically sharper images.
  • An ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass element minimizes chromatic aberration, contributing to superior optical performance.
  • New compact rod-type Silent Wave Motor (SW) enables ultra-high speed auto focusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation.

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What's in the box:

  • Nikon D3000 10.2 Megapixel Single-Lens Reflex Digital SLR Camera
  • AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens
  • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a
  • Quick Charger MH-23
  • Eyepiece Cap DK-5
  • Rubber Eyecap DK-20
  • USB Cable UC-E4
  • Camera Strap AN-DC3
  • Accessory Shoe Cover BS-1
  • Body Cap
  • Software Suite CD-ROM
  • Nikon 90 Day Limited Warranty

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