Nikon D5000

Opinion: My husband got it for me, and I couldn't be happier. Wonderful pictures. Wonderful camera, got different lenses and I LOVE IT.
I would not trade it for another, I'm married to Nikon, also, have the Coolpix 12.0 megapixels, and ready to go all the time.

Opinion: I used it in many extreme situations:

- at -30°C !
- under the rain
- dark (no flash)
and every time the result is amazing.

When i use the camera with a Nikon AF-S VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED the result is FANTASTIC!
- silent and fast

Extraordinary and impressive battery life (also when I use the VR 70-300)

D90/D5000 sensor size: 23.6 x 15.8 mm
D5100/D7000 sensor size: 23.6 x 15.7 mm

Opinion: I hope that most actually think about the other reviews that have been given. I didn't read through all of them, but the last few on here were very lacking and you could tell the person has never used, or probably even seen the camera. I at least wouldn't take someones word who spells like dat...

Anyway, the camera is great. For those who are comparing it to other cameras that cost less there is a reason the others cost less. The D5000 is really a D90 with a couple less features. The picture quality is almost the same, but the body is hundreds of dollars less. Some might miss the in body autofocus motor that would allow the camera to use older lenses, but for most it isn't that big of a deal. All of Nikon's newer lenses are AF-S and work on the D5000. Before i purchased my D5000 I tried all other comparable bodies from the other brands. Those who recommend the cheaper Pentax k-x...I don't know how you could stand the awful whine of the lenses as the focus. Plus there is a reason they are cheaper...not saying they can't take good pictures, but I don't think it really is on the same build quality and level as the D5000. Sony...well they make OK cameras, but since they aren't solely a camera company and created their camera line from the old minolta line that they bought I am kind of on the fence with them. Of course there is Canon which IMO is really the only competition to Nikon for picture taking. The comparable Canon bodies felt cheap to me. The picture quality has been tested and even higher MP Canon cameras came in under the D5000 and D90.

I have to say from what I have seen and used that Nikon build quality is second to none. Even their kit lenses that feel cheaply made still take great pictures. I have taken nearly 4000 pictures with my D5000 and it always surprises me. I wouldn't trade off any cost savings for any of the other brands. I also will mention how quiet the Nikon AF-S lenses are. Several of the other brands lenses were horribly noisy when focusing.

Overall you won't be disappointed by the D5000 unless you miss some of the more pro level features that are offered on the higher bodies. Some of the menus can take a little while to adjust for pictures, but I haven't found it to be annoyingly slow or anything.

Opinion: I hope that most actually think about the other reviews that have been given. I didn't read through all of them, but the last few on here were very lacking and you could tell the person has never used, or probably even seen the camera. I at least wouldn't take someones word who spells like dat...

Anyway, the camera is great. For those who are comparing it to other cameras that cost less there is a reason the others cost less. The D5000 is really a D90 with a couple less features. The picture quality is almost the same, but the body is hundreds of dollars less. Some might miss the in body autofocus motor that would allow the camera to use older lenses, but for most it isn't that big of a deal. All of Nikon's newer lenses are AF-S and work on the D5000. Before i purchased my D5000 I tried all other comparable bodies from the other brands. Those who recommend the cheaper Pentax k-x...I don't know how you could stand the awful whine of the lenses as the focus. Plus there is a reason they are cheaper...not saying they can't take good pictures, but I don't think it really is on the same build quality and level as the D5000. Sony...well they make OK cameras, but since they aren't solely a camera company and created their camera line from the old minolta line that they bought I am kind of on the fence with them. Of course there is Canon which IMO is really the only competition to Nikon for picture taking. The comparable Canon bodies felt cheap to me. The picture quality has been tested and even higher MP Canon cameras came in under the D5000 and D90.

I have to say from what I have seen and used that Nikon build quality is second to none. Even their kit lenses that feel cheaply made still take great pictures. I have taken nearly 4000 pictures with my D5000 and it always surprises me. I wouldn't trade off any cost savings for any of the other brands. I also will mention how quiet the Nikon AF-S lenses are. Several of the other brands lenses were horribly noisy when focusing.

Overall you won't be disappointed by the D5000 unless you miss some of the more pro level features that are offered on the higher bodies. Some of the menus can take a little while to adjust for pictures, but I haven't found it to be annoyingly slow or anything.

Opinion: I hope that most actually think about the other reviews that have been given. I didn't read through all of them, but the last few on here were very lacking and you could tell the person has never used, or probably even seen the camera. I at least wouldn't take someones word who spells like dat...

Anyway, the camera is great. For those who are comparing it to other cameras that cost less there is a reason the others cost less. The D5000 is really a D90 with a couple less features. The picture quality is almost the same, but the body is hundreds of dollars less. Some might miss the in body autofocus motor that would allow the camera to use older lenses, but for most it isn't that big of a deal. All of Nikon's newer lenses are AF-S and work on the D5000. Before i purchased my D5000 I tried all other comparable bodies from the other brands. Those who recommend the cheaper Pentax k-x...I don't know how you could stand the awful whine of the lenses as the focus. Plus there is a reason they are cheaper...not saying they can't take good pictures, but I don't think it really is on the same build quality and level as the D5000. Sony...well they make OK cameras, but since they aren't solely a camera company and created their camera line from the old minolta line that they bought I am kind of on the fence with them. Of course there is Canon which IMO is really the only competition to Nikon for picture taking. The comparable Canon bodies felt cheap to me. The picture quality has been tested and even higher MP Canon cameras came in under the D5000 and D90.

I have to say from what I have seen and used that Nikon build quality is second to none. Even their kit lenses that feel cheaply made still take great pictures. I have taken nearly 4000 pictures with my D5000 and it always surprises me. I wouldn't trade off any cost savings for any of the other brands. I also will mention how quiet the Nikon AF-S lenses are. Several of the other brands lenses were horribly noisy when focusing.

Overall you won't be disappointed by the D5000 unless you miss some of the more pro level features that are offered on the higher bodies. Some of the menus can take a little while to adjust for pictures, but I haven't found it to be annoyingly slow or anything.

Opinion: I have used D40,D60,D70 & D80, they are all feel outdated compare to D5000 in terms all !
I marriaged it with the 35mmf1.8G, the lens blend in so well into the D5000, it feel so good in hand! responsive , small, features rich and good image output abilities( still and HD video)!
I shot it with 8GB SDHC card but it filled the card up just in an hour! ( the HD video took 90% of the card space), recommanded to couple with at least 32GB card instead.
In short , buy it , you will love it ! I garranty!

Opinion: Went from Canon 40D to Panasonic GF1 and then back to conventional SLR. In this case the Nikon D5000. Wow, knocks spots off my Canon 40D. Won't mention the GF1!!Responds faster than my 40D, and more importantly doesn't mis-focus as often. Colours are good and high ISO performance is brilliant. Bought the 18-105 VR lens on Ebay as an extra and am now very happy. Only shoot in RAW. Movie mode? Not tried it and don't really care.

Opinion: Great camera.
Wonderful pictures.
Awesome LCD screen for self-portraits with 35 f/1.8 AF-S lens.

Opinion: Had this for little over 2 weeks. Married to a Tamron 18-270 lens. Image quality is EXCELLENT! Shot over 400 photos at an air show and only used a little over 1/4 of the battery.
TONS of features, Live view.