which Nikon ? (Page 2): Now that is what I would call utterly useless advice.... The OP is looking for a camera for between 300 and 400 quid and you are recommending a combo that would...

winterrose Loc: Kyneton, Victoria, Australia

Bugfan wrote:

I'd opt for the D5100. It has an articulating LCD ... (show quote)

Now that is what I would call utterly useless advice....

The OP is looking for a camera for between 300 and 400 quid and you are recommending a combo that would cost something up to four times that much.

Happens all the time...Can't people read the question?

shagbat Loc: London

siamesecatmanuk wrote:

Thanks for that, the warranty is by Nikon themselves so hopefully should not be a problem ?
has anybody had any problems with Nikon warranty work ?

Use WEX photographic, as cheap as most and genuine UK Nikon gear with full warranty.

big ed Loc: Dudley UK

I have a d3100.... it does everything I want it to....excellent
Kev

RetiredPhotog Loc: South West Ohio

MT Shooter wrote:

The D5100 is a far better body that the price implies. It has the same 16.2MP sensor as the D7000, just less pro quality features and a slightly slower processor. Its well worth the price difference over the D3100, but you will likely be less than totally satisfied with the 18-55mm kit lens. It will get the job done but it won't take long to discover its shortcomings and have you longing for better quality optics.

Couldn't have said it better. :thumbup: :thumbup:

bersharbp Loc: Texas

Of the two models, the 5100 the definitely worth the additional price, assuming you can afford it. A lot depends on what you expect from a camera but the 5100 offers more features and has a better reputation amongst my friends that have lower-end Nikons.

NJFrank Loc: New Jersey

siamesecatmanuk wrote:

Nikon have brought out two new models of SLR and their D3100 and D5100 are BOTH well discounted here in the UK

Which would you buy and why ?

the D3100 is £290 and the D5100 is £399

Since asking this question some weeks ago I have found online a company offering the Nikon 5100 with
VR kit lens AND 2 years Nikon warranty for £339 !!!

surely at this price with 2 years covered by warranty I need look no further ?

what do you say ?

Graham

I bought the D5100 with the 18-55 lens and 55-200 as a package, i love it. Of course the D5200 was also available but budget help make the choice for me. ?The D5200 is 24 gig for me that is over kill

winterrose Loc: Kyneton, Victoria, Australia

NJFrank wrote:

I bought the D5100 with the 18-55 lens and 55-200 as a package, i love it. Of course the D5200 was also available but budget help make the choice for me. ?The D5200 is 24 gig for me that is over kill

The D5200 is 24 gig...That should read 12 megapixel....

SwedeUSA

JR1 wrote:

I wouldn't want either, the reason is simple they don't do what I want

You have not given a reason for the question, I don't buy a car, camera, computer on price but what I need it to do.

:thumbup: :thumbup:

GenieGal Loc: From NY~ Live FL :)

siamesecatmanuk wrote:

Nikon have brought out two new models of SLR and their D3100 and D5100 are BOTH well discounted here in the UK

Which would you buy and why ?

the D3100 is £290 and the D5100 is £399

Since asking this question some weeks ago I have found online a company offering the Nikon 5100 with
VR kit lens AND 2 years Nikon warranty for £339 !!!

surely at this price with 2 years covered by warranty I need look no further ?

what do you say ?

Graham

Graham,

Unless I'm mistaken, you seem somewhat swayed by the 2 year warranty. My Chase Visa credit card adds a one year warranty on top of any warranty that comes with a product I purchase with that card. Just keep your receipt and if anything goes wrong after the original product warranty expires, call the credit card company and they will help you. Many people already have this feature on their credit card and are not aware of it. Call your card company and inquire. If they don't offer it, try Chase Visa if you can get it over on your side. It's a nice perk and I've used it on occasion.

I hope this info is of benefit to you and others.

GenieGal

shagbat Loc: London

GenieGal wrote:

Graham, br br Unless I'm mistaken, you seem some... (show quote)

Nikons don't need warrantees, in 35 years of owning them they never went wrong!

GenieGal Loc: From NY~ Live FL :)

shagbat wrote:

Nikons don't need warrantees, in 35 years of owning them they never went wrong!

I agree with your statement about the Nikon quality.

But, it's still good extended warranty info IMO for anything we purchase that has a warranty. So folks, don't fall for the "buy the extended warranty", get a credit card with that feature built in!

jonsommer Loc: Usually, somewhere on the U.S. west coast.

Articulating screen is very handy, AND the D5100 takes video, the 3100 does neither of those.

Both are nice camera's, D5100 is nicer IMHO and worth the extra dough.

shagbat Loc: London

jonsommer wrote:

Articulating screen is very handy, AND the D5100 takes video, the 3100 does neither of those.

Both are nice camera's, D5100 is nicer IMHO and worth the extra dough.

DEFINITELY

j.collinst

For my money, I'd go with the Nikon D3200... same light weight, a terrific sensor and 24mp images, should you have the computer poser to support them. I love mine.

I am now in the process of figuring out how I can remain operational while I sell my 5 lenses and replace them all with a Sigma 18-200 or 18-250. I always seem to have the wrong glass on the camera for the situation I'm facing, and most of the time, before I can change lenses, the opportunity is long gone.

Save money and heartache, buy one good all-purpose lens.

wilikioti Loc: Deep South, USA

JR1 wrote:

I wouldn't want either, the reason is simple they don't do what I want

You have not given a reason for the question, I don't buy a car, camera, computer on price but what I need it to do.

I would venture to guess that he wants to shoot pictures with it. He has narrowed it down to 2 different models and simply wants to know which to buy.
I recommend the 5100.