- APS-C 372.9mm2
- 10.2 megapixels
- ISO 100 - 1600
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Predecessor: |
Nikon D40
D40 vs D3000 |
Canon T6
T6 vs T7 |
Successor: | ||
General | ||
Model Number: | D3000 | T7 |
Alternate Model Number(s): | 2000D, Kiss X90 | |
Camera Format: | SLR | SLR |
Currently Manufactured: | No | Yes |
Retail Price: | $599.95 | $549.99 |
Street Price: | $450.33 | $464.00 |
Date Available: | 2009-08-31 | 2018-04-15 |
Tripod Mount: | Yes | Yes |
Weight: |
28.2 oz
(800 g)
includes batteries |
23.8 oz
(675 g)
includes batteries, kit lens |
Size: |
5.0 x
3.8 x
2.5 in. (126 x 97 x 64 mm) |
5.1 x
4.0 x
3.1 in. (129 x 101 x 78 mm) |
Waterproof: | No | No |
Waterproof Depth: | n/a | n/a |
Image Sensor | ||
Sensor Type: | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor Manufacturer: | Sony | Canon |
Effective Megapixels: | 10.2 | 24.1 |
Sensor Format: | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor size: | 372.88mm2 (23.60mm x 15.80mm) | 332.27mm2 (22.30mm x 14.90mm) |
Approximate Pixel Pitch: | 6.10 microns | 3.72 microns |
Focal Length Multiplier: | 1.5x | 1.6x |
Aspect Ratio: | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Color Filter Type: | RGBG | RGBG |
Anti Aliasing Filter: | Fixed | Fixed |
Self-Cleaning: | Yes | No |
Sensor shift image stabilization: | No | No |
On-Sensor Phase Detect: | No | No |
DxO Sensor Score: | 62 | |
DxO Color Depth Score (bits): | 22.3 | |
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs): | 11.1 | |
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso): | 563 | |
Image Capture | ||
Image Resolution: |
3872 x 2592
(10.0 MP,
Other), 2896 x 1944 (5.6 MP, Other), 1936 x 1296 (2.5 MP, Other) |
6000 x 4000
(24.0 MP,
3:2), 3984 x 2656 (10.6 MP, 3:2), 2976 x 1984 (5.9 MP, 3:2), 1920 x 1280 (2.5 MP, 3:2), 720 x 480 (0.3 MP, 3:2), 5328 x 4000 (21.3 MP, 4:3), 3552 x 2664 (9.5 MP, 4:3), 2656 x 1992 (5.3 MP, 4:3), 1696 x 1280 (2.2 MP, 4:3), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3), 6000 x 3368 (20.2 MP, 16:9), 3984 x 2240 (8.9 MP, 16:9), 2976 x 1680 (5.0 MP, Other), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 720 x 408 (0.3 MP, Other), 4000 x 4000 (16.0 MP, 1:1), 2656 x 2656 (7.1 MP, 1:1), 1984 x 1984 (3.9 MP, 1:1), 1280 x 1280 (1.6 MP, 1:1), 480 x 480 (0.2 MP, 1:1) |
Image File Format: | JPEG, RAW (.NEF) | JPEG, .CR2 RAW (14-bit), RAW+JPEG |
Continuous-mode frames/second: | 3.0 | 3.0 |
Video Capture | ||
Can take movies: | No | Yes |
Movie Resolution: |
1920x1080 (30p/25p/24p)
1280x720 (60p/50p) 640x480 (30p/25p) |
|
Movie File Format: | MOV (image data: MPEG4 ACV/H.264; audio: Linear PCM (monaural)) | |
Composite Video Out: | Yes | No |
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video: | Yes | n/a |
Video Usable as Viewfinder: | No | n/a |
HD Video Out: | No | Yes |
HD Video Connection: | HDMI | |
Lens & Optics | ||
Lens Mount: | Nikon F | Canon EF/EF-S |
Lens: | Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR | Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent): | 27 - 83mm | 29 - 88mm |
Focal Length (actual): | 18 - 55mm | 18 - 55mm |
Zoom Ratio: | 3.00x | 3.06x |
Aperture Range: | f/3.5 - 22 (W), f/5.6 - 38 (T) | f/3.5 - 22 (wide) / f/5.6 - 38 (tele) |
Integrated ND Filter: | No | No |
Normal Focus Range: |
28 cm to Infinity 11.0 in to Infinity |
25 cm to Infinity 9.8 in to Infinity |
Macro Focus Range: | ||
Filter Thread: | 52.0mm | 58.0mm |
Thread Type: | n/a | n/a |
Optical Image Stabilization: | Yes | Yes |
Digital Zoom: | No | No |
Digital Zoom Values: | n/a | n/a |
Auto Focus | ||
Auto Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Auto Focus Type: | Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 11-Area Phase Detection, 1 cross-type, 9 line-type | Phase Detect with TTL-CT-SIR AF-dedicated CMOS Sensor: 9 points with 1 cross-type in center, 8 single-axis, all f/5.6 compatible; Live View: Phase Detect, Contrast Detect, Face Detect modes |
Auto Focus Assist Light? | Yes | Yes |
Manual Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder | ||
Viewfinder: | Optical / LCD (playback only) | Optical / LCD |
Viewfinder Type: | Eye-level pentamirror w/ 0.8x magnification | SLR type; fixed eye-level pentamirror, 95% coverage, 0.80x mag., 21mm eyepoint, -2.5 to +0.5 diopter |
Focus Peaking: | No | No |
EVF Resolution: | n/a | n/a |
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent): | 0.53x | 0.50x |
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed): | 0.80x | 0.80x |
Display | ||
Eye-level Viewfinder: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display Size (inches): | 3.0 | 3.0 |
Rear Display Resolution: | 230,000 dots | 921,600 dots (307,200 px) |
Touchscreen: | No | No |
Articulating Screen: | No | No |
Tilt Swivel Screen: | No | No |
Selfie Screen: | No | No |
Max Playback Zoom: | ||
Top Deck Display: | No | No |
Exposure | ||
Maximum ISO (native): | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum ISO (native): | 100 | 100 |
ISO Settings: | 100 - 1,600; expandable to 3200 | Auto, 100 - 6400 in 1/3 or 1EV steps, expandable to 12800 |
Auto ISO Mode: | Yes | Yes |
White Balance Settings: | Auto, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Cloudy, Shade, Preset | Auto (with new White Priority setting), Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, White Fluorescent, Flash, Custom |
Shutter Speed Range: | 1/4000 - 30 sec | 1/4000 - 30 sec |
Bulb Mode: | Yes | Yes |
Exposure Compensation: | +/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
Metering Modes: | 420 segment 3D color matrix metering II, color matrix metering II, center-weighted, spot | 63-zone Evaluative (linked to any AF point), Center-weighted, Partial (10%) |
Program Auto Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Aperture Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Shutter Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Full Manual Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Creative Exposure Modes: | Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close up, Night portrait | Flash Off, Creative Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Food, Night Portrait |
Self Timer: | 2 to 20 seconds | 10, 2, Continuous (2-10) seconds |
Time Lapse (intervalometer): | ||
High Resolution Composite: | No | No |
Flash | ||
Built-in Flash: | Yes | Yes |
Flash Modes: | Red-Eye Reduction, Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync, Slow Sync, Rear-Curtain Sync. | E-TTL II Auto, Manual flash; Red-Eye Reduction; Second Curtain Synchro |
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100): | 12.0 m / 39.4 ft. | 9.2 m / 30.2 ft. |
Flash Range Description: | Lens dependent | GN=9.2m/ISO 100; Range is lens aperture dependent |
Max Flash Sync: | 1/200 | 1/200 |
Flash Exposure Compensation: | -3 to +1 EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps |
External Flash Connection: | ISO hot shoe | Hot Shoe |
Built-In Wireless Flash Control: | No | |
Image Storage | ||
Usable Memory Types: | SD / SDHC | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
UHS Support: | No UHS support | |
Other Memory: | ||
Dual Card Slots: | No | No |
RAW Capture Support: | Yes | Yes |
Uncompressed Format: | RAW (.NEF) | .CR2 RAW (14-bit), RAW+JPEG |
Movie File Format: | MOV (image data: MPEG4 ACV/H.264; audio: Linear PCM (monaural)) | |
Included Memory: | No memory included | No memory included |
Included Memory Type: | ||
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi: | No | Yes |
NFC: | No | Yes |
Bluetooth: | No | No |
Built-In GPS: | No | No |
Microphone Jack: | No | No |
Headphone Jack: | No | No |
External Connections: | USB 2.0 High Speed | USB 2.0 High Speed,WiFi |
PictBridge Compliant: | Yes | Yes |
DPOF Compliant: | Yes | Yes |
Remote Control: | Yes | Yes |
Remote Control Type: | Optional, IR | Optional Wired (RS-60E3) or via Wi-Fi |
Connections (extended): | Mini (Type-C) HDMI-CEC, Wired Remote Jack | |
Performance Timing | ||
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution): | 0.48 | |
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame): | 0.48 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames): | 6 | |
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot): | 0.51 | |
Camera penalizes early shutter press? | No | |
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution): | 3.0 | 3.0 |
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution): | 16 | 150 |
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 3.1 | 3.0 |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames): | 6 | 11 |
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 3.0 | 3.0 |
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames): | 6 | 6 |
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid): | 0.26 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, tele): | 0.26 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR): | ||
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR): | ||
Shutter Lag (manual focus): | 0.187 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash): | 0.29 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (prefocused): | 0.084 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (notes): | ||
Startup Time: | 0.7 seconds | |
Play -> Record Time: | 0.4 seconds | |
Flash cycle time, full power: | 3.8 seconds | |
Power | ||
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View): | 240 shots | |
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF): | 550 shots | 500 shots |
Battery Life, Video: | ||
Battery Form Factor: | Proprietary EN-EL9a | Proprietary LP-E10 |
Usable Battery Types: | Lithium Ion rechargeable | Lithium-ion rechargeble |
Batteries Included: | 1 x Proprietary EN-EL9a Lithium-ion rechargeable | 1 x Proprietary LP-E10 Lithium-ion rechargeble |
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter): | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated Battery Charger Included: | Yes | |
Internal Charging Supported: | No | |
Software | ||
Included Software: | Nikon Software Suite CD-ROM | No disc is included; Canon software can be downloaded from their website. |
OS Compatibility: | Windows, Mac OS | |
Miscellaneous | ||
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