Dweller
04-15-2009, 04:41 PM
In addition to all these features, the D5000 is a high quality camera in its own right. With its high-sensitivity 12.3 effective megapixel CMOS image sensor, Nikon’s innovative EXPEED high-speed image-processing system, fast and precise 11-point AF system and highly-durable, high-performance shutter, it is also perfectly suited to those with a higher level of photographic knowledge. Image quality is guaranteed further by the image sensor cleaning mechanism with airflow control system, Active D-Lighting and Picture control. The different playback options of the D5000 are as enjoyable as they are practical. You can view photos in batches of up to 72, and there is also a calendar view that organises images by date and time. And for serious photo enthusiasts, the D5000 can display a histogram on magnifies areas of the image to facilitate exposure control. It feels good to handle, too, with Nikon’s typically ergonomic design in a compact, light-weight body. Those who shoot pictures in quieter settings will appreciate the new Quiet shooting mode and, the built-in pop-up flash which will automatically detect when the flash is needed. For those on the move, GPS-compatibility with Nikon’s GP-1 unit will come in handy when pinpointing shooting locations as will the HDMI output when you finally want to present your great shots to your family and friends. The Nikon D5000 is compatible with a wide variety of AF-S and AF-I Nikkor lenses.
From dpreview.com (http://www.dpreview.com/news/0904/09041402nikond5000.asp#press)
I still have much love for my D70s, but lately find my eye wandering toward the D90. I have to admit I love the viewscreen and liveview option. I am sure that I would still end up using the viewfinder 95% of the time, but occasionally I find myself in some very ackward positions and need to just wing it and hope I get the shot.
From dpreview.com (http://www.dpreview.com/news/0904/09041402nikond5000.asp#press)
I still have much love for my D70s, but lately find my eye wandering toward the D90. I have to admit I love the viewscreen and liveview option. I am sure that I would still end up using the viewfinder 95% of the time, but occasionally I find myself in some very ackward positions and need to just wing it and hope I get the shot.