Nikon has forayed into the consumer digital SLR/HD video category market by unveiling the 12.3 megapixel D5000. The camera captures photos and high definition movies. It also sports a 6.8 cm Variangle LCD monitor. This camera will be available at Nikon authorized dealers from May end onwards art an MRP of around Rs. 48,950 and Rs. 55,950. The latter model comes along with a VR lens kit. This camera is the first to come along with a 450 degree rotating LCD screen. The freedom of movement provided allows users to shoot from many imaginative angles.

According to Managing Director Hidehiko Tanaka, Nikon India, "While its easy-to-use design will attract first-time D-SLR photographers, the D5000's rich feature set and high performance will also appeal to more experienced enthusiasts. The D5000 is sure to inspire creativity out of the Indian consumers.” Moreover he adds, "The Nikon D5000 represents a cornerstone in Nikon's D-SLR line, marrying simplicity and instructive features with superior technology and HD video, allowing the user's ability and creativity to grow - with the camera".

Another professional artist Adarsh Anand endorses the D5000 and has created a “paint with light” technique. He uses light to define, improve, and give prominence to the subject of his creation. He is definitely excited with the Nikon D5000 and says that “"Apart from using medium and large format cameras with digital back, I have been using Nikon high-end cameras for quite a couple of years. While using new D5000, I am very impressed because it is loaded with features in a compact and lightweight model, which gives very good image quality with 12.3 mega pixels CMOS sensor. It allows me to shoot in studio, on location or indoors with equal ease."

According to Nikon, this camera is for consumers who are progressing from a point-and-shoot digital camera or those who want to upgrade their current digital SLR to allow them to bring their digital expression to the fore. The D5000 incorporate the advanced D-Movie Mode and expanded automatic scene modes. This enables Nikon to deliver its originality and innovation in the form of a compact and user friendly design.

The camera incorporates various advanced elements like the Nikon DX-format CMOS sensor, high extended ISO sensitivity, GPS geo tagging, picture control, active D-Lighting, plug and play HDTV compatibility, in camera photo retouching and Nikon expeed image processing system.

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Posted by Jigar Gondalia on 14 May, 2009 5:29:28 PM IST #