D5100 vs D5000

jdeg

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Staff member
There are several updates that Nikon did to make the D5100 stand out a little more over the original D5000.

First the differences:

They both have:
  • 11 AF Points
  • 4 frames per second continuous shooting
  • No in-body focus motor
  • CLS compatibility, but no commander mode
  • Plastic bodies
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http://nikonites.com/d5100/2499-d5100-vs-d3100.html
http://nikonites.com/d5100/2500-d5000-vs-d7000.html
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Mark E

Senior Member
I have the D5000 for my small camera. I have really enjoyed The camera and would recomend taking a look at the D5100. I like the up date.
 

crashton

Senior Member
I don't feel the upgrade from D5000 to D5100 would really be with the cost. No experience with the D5000, but I have about 20,000 frames worth of experience with a D5100.

If you feel it is time to upgrade I'd be looking at the D7000 if you are wanting a body with more easily accessible controls.
 
Thanks for the tip. I'll check the D7000 out. *cheers !

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Since the D7100 just came out there are some great deals on the D7000. You also might want to consider a refurbished D7000 body and use the lenses you have

Nikon D7000 Digital SLR Camera Body - Factory Refurbished includes Full 1 Year Warranty
 

atanudas

Senior Member
As per my experience with both the cams (Presently I have Nikon D5100) - Nikon D5000 is heavier than D5100 - don't you think so ?
 

Waxed

Senior Member
If I buy a split prism focus screen for d5000 - will it fit d5100? Are the mirror sizes different? I don't think the Chinese ebay seller really knew. Thank you.
 
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