Nikon D3100 Preview

The most impressive consumer model to date from Nikon, the D3100 looks to be a promising opponent in a very competitive category. Check back in the coming weeks as we get our hands on an eval unit and start putting it though the paces.
Nikon D3100 main features:
- 14.2-megapixel DX format CMOS image sensor
- Nikon EXPEED 2 image processing technology
- Dust Reduction System
- Durable shutter mechanism (tested to 100,000 cycles)
- Accepts Nikon F-mount lenses (with 1.5x FOV multiplier)
- AVCHD (H.264) Full HD (1920x1080) video at 24p or 720p (1280x720) video at 24 or 30fps
- Live View Mode uses the LCD as the viewfinder for framing images/movies
- Continuous drive at 4fps with dynamic buffer
- 11-point AF System
- Bust mode shooting at up to 3fps
- 3.0-inch color LCD with 230,000 pixels and 100% frame coverage
- High-quality, eye-level pentamirror optical viewfinder
- New Guide Mode helps beginners with step-by-step assistance
- ISO sensitivity from 100 to 3200; 12,800 available with ISO expansion
- 420-pixel RGB 3D Matrix Metering sensor
- Noise Reduction circuitry for long exposures
- High ISO Noise Reduction
- SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card storage
- HDMI High Definition output as well as standard NTSC and PAL video output
- Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) compliant
- High-capacity EN-EL14 battery and compact AC Charger
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