D5000 Camera Features

D5000 is a highly advanced D-SLR camera with a remarkable blend of simplicity. This compact and powerful D5000 camera offers amazing 12.3-megapixel image quality, along with a flexible, Vari-angle, Live View monitor for fresh picture-taking perspectives. Nikon's EXPEED image processing further enhances performance, contributing to split-second shutter response and continuous shooting at up to 4 frames-per-second to capture fast action and precise moments perfectly.

Below are the key features of D5000 D-SLR Camera:

  • 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor

    • Coupled with Nikon's EXPEED image processing and NIKKOR optics, breathtaking picture quality is assured.

  • D-Movie Mode with sound

    • Record 720p HD movie clips enhanced by NIKKOR interchangeable lens quality and versatility.

  • Vari-angle color LCD monitor

    • Position the 2.7-inch monitor freely for fresh shooting perspectives. Screen flips inward for safe keeping.

  • 19 Auto-exposure Scene Modes

    • Capture stunning photos in challenging picture-taking situations including Sunsets, Candlelight, Silhouette, Portrait, Landscape, Beach/Snow, and more.

  • One-button Live View

    • Easy Live View access offers 4 autofocus modes, including Face-priority AF.

  • Continuous shooting as fast as 4 frames per second

    • Combined with fast power-up and split-second shutter response, decisive moments are captured easily without annoying shooting lag.

  • Low noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200

    • Engineered for exceptional low-light shooting.

  • Built-in image sensor cleaning

    • Effective 4-frequency, ultrasonic sensor cleaning keeps images spot free.

  • 11-point Autofocus System with 3D Focus Tracking

    • Fast and accurate autofocus delivers razor sharpness.

  • Auto Active D-Lighting

    • Restores lost shadow and highlight detail in high contrast exposures—Selectable and Auto modes available.

  • In-camera Retouch image editing

    • Creative in-camera image editing, featuring Soft Filter, Straighten, Color Outline Effect, Perspective Control, Red-eye Correction, Image Overlay, Monochrome and more—all without a computer.

  • Picture Control Settings for personal image control

    • Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape and 9 customizable settings.

  • Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II

    • Nikon’s renowned 420-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering II, teamed with the exclusive Scene Recognition System, evaluates each scene for unmatched exposure accuracy.

  • Durable, high precision shutter

    • Testing to over 100,000 cycles assures precision and long shutter life.

  • GPS Geo-tagging

    • GP-1 GPS unit (optional) automatically identifies and records every image’s latitude, longitude and altitude, with satellite time-of-day.