Compact and powerful, the D5000 is a remarkable blend of simplicity and advanced D-SLR capabilities with breathtaking 12.3-megapixel image quality.
Key Features:
- 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
Price (when new)
$850
Year Introduced
2009
Lens Mount
Nikon F bayonet mount
Picture Angle
Effective picture angle 1.5x (Approx.) conversion factor (Nikon DX format)
Effective Pixels
12.3 million
Total Pixels
12.9 million
Sensor Size
15.8 x 23.6mm
Sensor Type
CMOS
Sensor Format
DX
Dust-Off Reference Photo
Yes
Image Area
[L] 4,288 x 2,848
[M] 3,216 x 2,136
[S] 2,144 x 1,424
[M] 3,216 x 2,136
[S] 2,144 x 1,424
File Format
Compressed 12-bit NEF (RAW), JPEG: JPEG-baseline-compliant; can be selected from Size Priority and Optimal Quality, AVI
Picture Control
Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape
Storage Media
SD, SDHC
Card Slot
1 Secure Digital (SD)
File System
Compliant with DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), EXIF 2.21 (Exchangeable Image File Foramt for Digital Still Cameras
Viewfinder
Eye-level pentamirror single-lens reflex viewfinder
Viewfinder Frame Coverage
95% Approx.
Viewfinder Magnification
0.78x Approx.
Viewfinder Eyepoint
17.9mm
Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment
-2.0 to +1.0m¯¹
Focusing Screen
BriteView Clear Matte Mark III screen - Type-B
Interchangeable Focusing Screens
No
Reflex Mirror
Quick-return type
Depth-of-field Control
No
Compatible Lenses
AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II
AF-S, AF-I: All functions supported
Non-CPU: Can be used in mode M, but exposure meter does not function; electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster
IX Nikkor lenses cannot be used
Type G or D AF NIKKOR not equipped with an autofocus motor: All functions supported except autofocus
AF-NIKKOR for F3AF not supported
Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except some shooting modes
Other AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II
AF-S, AF-I: All functions supported
Non-CPU: Can be used in mode M, but exposure meter does not function; electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster
IX Nikkor lenses cannot be used
Type G or D AF NIKKOR not equipped with an autofocus motor: All functions supported except autofocus
AF-NIKKOR for F3AF not supported
Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except some shooting modes
Other AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II
Shutter Type
Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
Fastest Shutter Speed
1/4000 sec. in steps of 1/3
1/2
1 EV
1/2
1 EV
Slowest Shutter Speed
30 sec. in steps of 1/3
1/2
1 EV
1/2
1 EV
Flash Sync Speed
Up to 1/200 sec.
Bulb Shutter Setting
Yes
Shutter Release (Shooting) Modes
Single-frame [S] mode, Continuous Frame Shooting, Live View [LV] mode, Self-timer mode, Delayed remote, Quick response remote mode, Quiet shutter-release
Top Continuous Shooting Speed (FPS)
4
Self-timer
2, 5, 10, 20 sec.Timer duration electronically controlled
Exposure Metering System
420 pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Center-weighted
Spot
Center-weighted
Spot
Metering Range
0 to 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering at ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, at 20°C/68°F)
2 to 20 EV (Spot metering at ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens at 20°C/68°F)
2 to 20 EV (Spot metering at ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens at 20°C/68°F)
Exposure Meter Coupling
CPU
Exposure Modes
Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P), Shutter-Priority Auto (S), Aperture-Priority Auto (A), Manual (M), Auto, Auto (flash off), Advanced Scene Modes
Exposure Compensation
±5 EV in increments of 1/3
1/2
1
1/2
1
Exposure Bracketing
Yes
Exposure Lock
Yes
Mirror Lock Up
No
Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity
200 in steps of 1/3
1 EV
1 EV
Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity
3200in steps of 1/3
1EV
1EV
Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity
HI-1 (ISO 6400 equivalent)
Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options
ISO 200 to 3200 in steps of 1/3 EV, can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.7 or 1 EV (ISO 100 equivalent) below ISO 200, or to approx. 0.3, 0.7 or 1 EV (ISO 6400 equivalent) over ISO 3200, ISO sensitivity auto control available
Long Exposure Noise Reduction
Yes
High ISO Noise Reduction
Low, Normal, High, Off
Single-point AF Mode
Yes
Dynamic AF Mode
Yes
Number of AF points
11
Auto-area AF Mode
Yes
Autofocus System
Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection
TTL phase detection
11 focus points (including 1 cross-type sensor)
AF-assist illuminator (1.6-9.8 ft./0.5-3.0m approx.)
TTL phase detection
11 focus points (including 1 cross-type sensor)
AF-assist illuminator (1.6-9.8 ft./0.5-3.0m approx.)
Focus Lock
AE-L/AF-L button
Half press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)
Half press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)
Focus Modes
Single-servo AF (S)
Continuous-servo (C)
Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder
Live View (LV) autofocus
Face-Priority, Wide Area, Normal Area and Subject Tracking
Continuous-servo (C)
Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder
Live View (LV) autofocus
Face-Priority, Wide Area, Normal Area and Subject Tracking
Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
11
Autofocus Fine Tune
No
Built-in Flash
Yes
Flash Control
SB-R1C1/SB-R200 triggered by SU-800: i-TTL , AA, M, RPT, AF-assist for multi-rea AF, Flash Color Information Communication
SB-R1, SB-R200 triggered by camera's built in flash: Built in flash control of external Speedlight not possible
SB-900: i-TTL , AA, A, GN, M, RPT, AF-assist for multi-rea AF, Flash Color Information Communication, Rear Curtain, Red-eye reduction, Auto zoom, Auto ISO sensitivity control
SB-800: i-TTL , AA, A, GN, M, RPT, AF-assist for multi-rea AF, Flash Color Information Communication, Rear Curtain, Red-eye reduction, Auto zoom, Auto ISO sensitivity control
SB-600: i-TTL , M, AF-assist for multi-rea AF, Flash Color Information Communication, Rear Curtain, Red-eye reduction, Auto zoom, Auto ISO sensitivity control
SB-400: i-TTL , M, Flash Color Information Communication, Rear Curtain, Red-eye reduction, Auto ISO sensitivity control
SB-80DX: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
SB-50DX: M, Rear Curtain
SB-28DX: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
SB-24: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
SB-25: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
SB-26: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
SB-28: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
SB-30: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
SB-20, SB-16B, SB-15: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
SB-29s: Manual, Rear Curtain
SB-27: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
SB-23: Manual, Rear Curtain
SB-22s: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
SB-R1, SB-R200 triggered by camera's built in flash: Built in flash control of external Speedlight not possible
SB-900: i-TTL , AA, A, GN, M, RPT, AF-assist for multi-rea AF, Flash Color Information Communication, Rear Curtain, Red-eye reduction, Auto zoom, Auto ISO sensitivity control
SB-800: i-TTL , AA, A, GN, M, RPT, AF-assist for multi-rea AF, Flash Color Information Communication, Rear Curtain, Red-eye reduction, Auto zoom, Auto ISO sensitivity control
SB-600: i-TTL , M, AF-assist for multi-rea AF, Flash Color Information Communication, Rear Curtain, Red-eye reduction, Auto zoom, Auto ISO sensitivity control
SB-400: i-TTL , M, Flash Color Information Communication, Rear Curtain, Red-eye reduction, Auto ISO sensitivity control
SB-80DX: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
SB-50DX: M, Rear Curtain
SB-28DX: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
SB-24: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
SB-25: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
SB-26: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
SB-28: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
SB-30: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
SB-20, SB-16B, SB-15: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
SB-29s: Manual, Rear Curtain
SB-27: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
SB-23: Manual, Rear Curtain
SB-22s: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
Flash Sync Modes
X-contact; sync up to 1/200 sec.
1) Auto*
2) Auto with red-eye reduction*
3) Fill-in flash*
4) Auto slow Sync
5) Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction
6) Rear-curtain with slow sync
1) Auto*
2) Auto with red-eye reduction*
3) Fill-in flash*
4) Auto slow Sync
5) Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction
6) Rear-curtain with slow sync
Optional Grip
None
Flash Compensation
-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
Accessory Shoe
Yes
Flash Sync Terminal
No
White Balance
Auto, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Sun, Shade, Preset
White Balance Bracketing
3 frames in steps of 1
Live View Shooting
Yes
Monitor Size (inch diagonal)
2.7
Monitor Resolution (dots)
230,000
Monitor Type
TFT-LCD Vari-angle
Monitor Viewing Angle
170 degrees
Playback Functions
Full frame, Calendar, Thumbnail (4, 9, 16 or 72 segments), Zoom, Movie Playback, Slideshow, Histogram display, Auto image rotation, Shooting data, Highlight point display, Sound playback, Protect setting
Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator
No
In-Camera Image Editing
Trim, D-Lighting, Color Balance, Image Overlay, Filter Effects, Distortion Control, Monochrome, Red-eye Correction, Stop Motion, NEF (RAW) Processing, Straighten, Fisheye, Small picture, Perspective Control, Color Outline
Image Comment
Yes
Voice Memo Function
No
Interface
Hi-speed USB, NTSC, HDMI
WiFi Functionality
No, Eye-Fi Compatible
GPS
GP-1 GPS unit
Save/Load Camera settings
No
Total custom Settings
23
My Menu
Yes, with customization
Recent Settings
Yes
Daylight Savings Time Settings
Yes
World Time Setting
Yes
Battery Type
Rechargeable
Batteries
EN-EL9 Lithium-ion Battery, EN-EL9a Lithium-ion Battery
Battery Life (shots per charge)
510 (CIPA)
Battery Charger
MH-18a Quick Charger
AC Adapter
EH-5a
Tripod Socket
¼ inch 20
Dimensions (mm)
127 x 104 x 80 mm
Dimensions (inch)
5.0 x 4.1 x 3.1"*
Weight (grams)
560g
Weight (lbs)
1 lb. 4 oz
