The D5100 is Nikon's replacement for the D5000. They've added several new upgrades to the camera that put it right between the D3100 and D7000. Here are the specs:
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- 3-inch, 921,000-dot Super-Density horizontal type Vari-Angle LCD Monitor
- In-camera Special Effects Mode
- In-camera HDR (High Dynamic Range)
- Stunning Full 1080p HD Movies with Full Time Autofocus
- High Resolution 16.2 MP DX-format CMOS sen
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