Nikon D5000 12.9 megapixel

Nikon D5000 comes with 12 .9 megapixel with 2.7 in LCD to view .It has a build in sensor cleaning technology. The LCD is movable in any direction and the new batteries added increase the more power for longer time.The most noteworthy feature on the D5000 is the all new tilt and swivel LCD display used for a standard status display as well as live view and image/video playback. The only other new features of note are the new higher-capacity EN-EL9a battery and the optional MC-DC2 remote cord. Overall, the total package is pretty impressive for an advanced consumer camera like the D5000.

Features:
    *  12.9 megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor (effective pixels: 12.3 million)
    * 2.7" tilt and swivel LCD monitor (230,000 dots)
    * Movie capture at up to 1280 x 720 (720p) 24 fps with mono sound
    * Live View with contrast-detect AF, face detection and subject tracking
    * Image sensor cleaning (sensor shake)
    * 11 AF points (with 3D tracking)
    * IS0 200-3200 range (100-6400 expanded)
    * 4 frames per second continuous shooting (buffer: 7 RAW, 25 JPEG fine, 100 JPEG Normal)
    * Expeed image processing engine
    * Extensive in-camera retouching including raw development and straightening
    * Connector for optional GPS unit (fits on hot shoe)
    * New battery with increased capacity
    * 72 thumbnail and calendar view in playback

LCD: 2.7 in. diagonal

12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
Coupled with Nikon's EXPEED image processing and NIKKOR optics, breathtaking picture quality is assured.  

Image Area (pixels)

      DX-format
      (L) 4288x2848
      (M) 3216x2136
      (S) 2144x1424
 

Continuous shooting as fast as 4 frames per second
Combined with fast power-up and split-second shutter response, decisive moments are captured easily without annoying shooting lag.

Built-in image sensor cleaning
Effective 4-frequency, ultrasonic sensor cleaning keeps images spot free.

Advanced Scene Modes
Portrait
Landscape
Close-up
Sports
Night Portrait
Night Landscape
Party / Indoor
Beach / Snow
Child
Sunset
Dusk / Dawn
Pet Portrait
Candlelight
Blossom
Autumn Colors
Food
Silhouette
High Key
Low Key

White Balance

Sun
Shade
Fluorescent
Incandescent
Flash
Preset
Auto

LCD:

On the back is a large 2.7-inch, Vari-anlge color LCD with 230,000 pixels of resolution. This large display not only offers a larger typeface for easy navigation, but added versatility in framing with the option to rotate the screen into several different positions.

Compatible Lenses
AF-S or AF-I: All functions supported.
• Type G or D AF NIKKOR without built-in autofocus motor: All functions except autofocus supported. IX NIKKOR lenses not supported.
• Other AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II. Lenses for F3AF not supported.
• Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and some shooting modes.
• AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II.
• Non-CPU: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in mode M, but exposure meter does not function. Electronic rangefinder can be used if lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster

Flash Control

 The built-in speedlight automatically pops-up and fires when using Auto exposure mode only. i-TTL technology improves the accuracy of fill-flash exposure and white balance in a picture, 

 

1) i-TTL: TTL flash control by 420-pixel RGB sensor, built-in flash, SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-400: i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL flash
2) AA (Auto Aperture-type) flash: Available with SB-900 and SB-800 used with CPU lens
3) Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, SB-28, SB-27, and SB-22S
4) Range-priority manual flash; available with SB-900 and SB-800

More:

Noise Reduction circuitry for long exposures
High ISO Noise Reduction with three settings (Normal, High, Low)
SD and SDHC memory card storage
Selectable video output with NTSC or PAL format
USB 2.0 High-Speed data and control interface
HDMI High Definition output as well as standard NTSC and PAL video output
High-capacity EN-EL9a battery and compact MH-23 Quick Charger
Optional GP-1 GPS Unit for Geo-tagging your images
Optional ML-L3 Wireless Remote Control (Infrared)

Accessories:

    * EN-EL9a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
    * MH-23 Quick Charger
    * DK-5 Eyepiece Cap
    * DK-24 Rubber Eyecup
    * UC-E6 USB Cable
    * EG-CP14 Audio Video Cable
    * AN-DC3 Camera Strap
    * Body Cap
    * BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover
    * Software Suite CD-ROM

 Dimensions

Width 5.0 in. (127mm)
Height 4.1 in. (104mm)
Depth 3.1 in. (80mm)

Batteries

EN-EL9 Lithium-ion Battery
EN-EL9a Lithium-ion Battery

pos
Great image quality with low noise.
Fully-articulated screen with Live View.
720p HD movie mode.
11-point AF and viewfinder guides.

cons
No AF motor for older lenses.
UI slow for experienced owners.
Relatively small optical viewfinder.
Screen hinged at bottom, not side.