Nikon has announced a really interesting new HDSLR, which can finally shoot 1080p video at 24 frames per second (720p at 24/30 fps). This is a really great news for all of us, especially for those who love their amazing lenses! The D3100 D-SLR camera outfit, including the versatile AF-S NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR image stabilization lens, is scheduled to be available beginning in mid September 2010, at an estimated selling price of $699.95.
- 1080p/24 H.264 AVCHD movie mode
- AF-F Continuous contrast-detect autofocus with face detection and subject tracking for movie mode.
- 14.2mp sensor with ISO range from 100-3200 (can be boosted up to 12,800). New Expeed 2 processor for improved noise performance.
- Refined guide system to make camera operations easier.
Nikon also announced four new lenses: 85mm f1.4, 24-120mm f4 zoom, 28-300 f3.5-5.6 zoom and a 55-300 f4.5-5.6 zoom lens.
Update:
Nikon doesn’t strike back! The Nikon D3100 does not have manual ISO control! Come on Nikon!!
Here is a demo video:
via: Digital Rev
Let them fight it out – I am sure we will benefit from it.
I heard that AF is quite noisy with these cameras, I wonder how true that is with these ‘entry level’ HDSLRs. I assume that AF is optional?
Hey Philip, AF should be standard. But for professional use you don’t need AF. Perhaps on a Steadicam it would be great. We will have to test it out!
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