Nikon D5000 Body only 12.3 Megapixel

This camera was everything I was expecting and more!
The multi-position view screen is a hand and fist above other SLR fixed view screens.
The many scene modes and combination of controls is easier than others I tested.

The truth is in the results, and the photos I have taken so far way exceed my expectations for color, detail and resolution.

I have recommended this camera to many other enthusiasts.

I recive my order today and I'm very disappointed because some items are missing, the flash is wrong because it is not attached to the camera as well I compare the standard pkg and the presdinet pkg and I don't see any diferent just the price because the standard was $1,199.00 and the presdinet 1,499.00 and both pkgs have the same items when the seller told me to why don't change to the presdinet was better so I need talk with somebody to settle my complaint.

this camera is my desire from the first, but the price this camera is still very high according to my

Lens missing. Seller said it would ship in 3-5 days. A month later nothing. Called seller and he said to file a claim with Paypal cause the had no other lens to substitute. What kinda camera shop DOESN'T and a lens they can substitute when the our out of one. THIS PLACE IS A SCAM. WHY EBAY LETS THEM CONTINUE TO DO BUSINES ON HERE IS A BEYOND BELIEF. NO RESOLUTION!

1st of all shame on Ebay to send my complaint to Paypal that ook all of 1 day to reject my complaint ..as there were 15 negatives to this seller within 2 days

Here is my compaint as sent to Paypal, the Vendeor and Ebay .

Bought the Nikon Camera D5000 and 2 lenses and many accessories package because it was the best deal on Ebay.I received a partial order ..a missing 55mm to 200mm lense. In the packed box there was a xerox letter that stated the lense would be delivered in 3 to 5 days. After a week, a $160 refund to my Paypal was given with no other word. I then wrote twice to the person who sold me the package at Sunshine Elecronics [Simon] and their customer service center telling them I would'nt accept an arbitrary $160 because the cheapest I could get the same lense for was $240. I would accept that if they could'nt send the lense. I received NO word??I now see they are still selling the package AND the lense!!!!I would like the lense I was promised or the $240 so i can buy the lense I bought in the package

After several long months of research, I decided to buy this camera. I really love the pictures this camera produces. My last camera was a Coolpix 8700 which had many buttons for settings to produce the same picture on auto with this camera. I choose a ebay seller with a high rating and have been so please with his customer service and time of arrival. He also gave a large package with free shipping and I have everthing thing I need in one purchase. I have bought 4 different camera through ebay and this seller was by far the most helpful. He earns his excellent ratings.

The Nikon D5000 is a very good camera. My wife went from a D40X to this model and she raves about all the new features and accessories. This was definitely a great purchase. This was also the most expensive purchase I have ever made on ebay and I am very satisfied with the transaction.

This, the Nikon d5000 is a truly impressive camera. I have been shooting with Nikons for over 30 years. This camera, the d5000, just about does it all. Thank you Nikon for knowing what your customers want. This camera can do automatically or manually as you please.
There is a bit of a learning curve. However, if you look on ebay you can find very good how-to DVDs to help you learn quickly. It is less expensive than some other Nikons such as the d90 and can do almost as much.

I purchased the Nikon D5000 a couple weeks ago and have tried it out in several different manners. So far I can not find anything bad to say about it. It's easy to use in both the point and shoot and manual modes. Lots of features including on camera editing. Pictures are great quality and even the video is very nice for a camera. The lowest video setting is grainy but the middle and HD 720P setting give nice video. A very Versatile camera for both the amateur and professional photographer. I suggest having an 18-55mm lens and a 55-200mm lens at least. The smaller lens alone is good but the camera is so fun and easy you will like having a zoom lens as well. Having the optional remote control makes self pics a breeze. Much nicer than the self timer alone. This camera has all the features the more expensive ones do for a very good price. I suggest finding a good sale price and buy this camera.

I'm very new to a lot of camera technology, and I bought this because it was recommended for beginners to DLSR photography. I have been using a regular digital camera (Canon) and was very frustrated with the delays after taking a shot. I wanted as high a frames-per-second speed as possible within the budget for the total package, as well as more than 10megapixels. My final decision (Nikon instead of a Sony) was based on the inclusion of video capability.

The photos taken so far are fantastic: beautifully clear and sharp, using the autofocus. The autoflash was essential, as I was shooting in the light of a thunderstorm. I have not tested the other lenses included in the kit (and its upgrade, which I purchased the next day). So far, I have no negative input to report on the camera; though I do hope the manual and CD are clear enough for beginners. My only, very minor, critical note: the kit I bought included a Zeiko camera case. It would have been helpful if that case included a couple of pockets for the media cards, battery, etc.

I was going to purchase the D90 but Bought the D5000. I didn't need all of the features of the D90.
I like the new rotating/ angle screen. It is light weight and easy to hold. I like all the features. They are easy to use.
I think the only things I don't like about this camera is that it doesn't have a fireworks mode and the life of the battery goes way down when the live mode is used.
Over all it is a great camera and I am very satisfied with my D5000!

I looked and looked, then decideded on this. This seller went over my order on the phone, piece by piece. I have been taking pictures since i was 7 and hated the switch to digital, they made me a believer! lol ty again guys and gals a Get it Digital!

Decided to buy it for the movable display as well as the 12.3 megapixels. Have had only a day to check it out, but it works, it works well on Auto, why mess with settings when the camera can do it better. There is real depth to the pictures just not there with the 6 megapixel. My Sigma DG lenses fit the camera, but no AF......Not happy about that, came with an 18-55 that is tack sharp. Camera is smaller than my D100, and doesn't fit the hand as well, try it at a camera store before buying. I would think all cameras will come out with the movable display soon....that feature is neat. Nice camera with exceptional pictures!!

great camera, light and sturdy, very sharp image, lots of functionnalities... comes with a 260 pages booklet ;-)

camera is sleek, light weight compared to other older SLR, takes great, clear beautiful pictures, and its affordable

I am new to the SLR camera world, and I am finding that the camera is prettty easy to use and the quality of the pics and the video is very good. I would have to say I'm pretty happy with the camera and quite impressed with the pictures. The settings are easy to figure out with just some experimenting. I have no other experience with slr camera to compare it with, it seems this camera will take me through beginner and do anything I will be able to think of through expert photography.

I've bought several cameras & accessories last year & this 2009 year through
E-Bay .
First thing, I want to thank you & sellers whom were involved.

I have had excellent service, even for a case I refused.

I like to use E-bay when ever possible.

Thank you.

nice camera still tryin to figure it out though. i bought thhis camera because my uncle recommended it. he was right it is an exellant camera. especally for the price.

I love that the LCD screen can be closed up for storage. It's a 12.3 megapixel with a really good price. The pictures are awesome that I can take with it. I have purchased more lenses for it and it has been wonderful owning this camera. I like the Nikon quality. I hope to have many years of use out of the camera. that is if I don't decide to get a more expensive camera with a higher megapixel.

The reason I bought this camera was that it was a “NIKON”.
I’ve had 3 Nikons before, and then I bought a Kodak (not the same).
This is the newest model and I am still learning about the camera.
It is not a PHD camera (press here dummy).
Used it for a recent trip to Maine and got terrific pictures even though it was a cloudy day.
There are no dislikes.
Only Nikons for me.

Since I got my D5000 3 weeks ago I have taken shots of horse trials, a music festival and 2 weeks holiday in Scotland photographing wildlife and scenery. I have taken around 800 shots and am getting familiar with its abilities. I have the 18-55 and the 55-200 lenses, sky filters and a polarizer. I found that out of the box it takes great pictures on auto where it does a lot of your thinking for you, but tweaking the jpeg settings can make your results look even better. The horse trials had me relying on auto everything because of the speed that things occur at these events plus I had only just taken delivery of the camera. The music festival demanded good results from poor light with high shutter speeds so the 3200 ASA setting came into its own. The holiday was where I could take my time though, playing with the camera and learning to use its great set of features including long exposure (e.g. waterfalls and sunsets), fast shutter speeds (wildlife) and aperture priority (scenery, wildlife and flowers). Compared to its main rival, the Canon 500 the lcd monitor on the D5000 lacks resolution and I prefer the way the Canon sits in my hand - the Nikon feels just a little lumpy. However, after that, at this price, I feel that the Nikon begins to leave the Canon behind. Its kit lenses are better built and better performers, its low light performance is excellent and the lcd screen swivels and tilts, (thus making it possible for me to take a picture of a fawn from ground level - I couldn't get that low with a Canon without lying down in the mud). Movies are a little clunky on both but I am happy with the movie quality on the Nikon. I would have liked an external mic input as the inbuilt mic is rubbish, but there isn't a camera at this price with that facility. I have come to like the D5000 more and more as I learn my way around it and I believe it is the best all rounder at this price. The Olympus 640 is good, as is the Panasonic, but neither do movies. The Canon is potentially better if you spend a lot of money on lenses. But if you have the kind of money to buy really expensive lenses you would probably be better off buying a better body than the 500.

At around £600, I think the Nikon has a clear edge over its rivals for what I want from a camera - good auto, good lenses, versatility and movies. But if you think its a bit bulky, then perhaps the Panasonic is for you, or the Olympus. If you want a big screen and intend to spend a lot of money on lenses in the future, the Canon could be the one for you. I doubt any of them will let you down, but for me the Nikon does it.

This camera is lightweight and very functional for people with little to no previous camera experience. It takes amazing action shots at athletic events and it is as simple as aiming and shooting. The best feature is that is also takes amazing video...all of this in ONE camera! I love it! I bought it to videotape at sporting events and replaced my Nikon D40x with this Nikon 5000 for the still shots of my boys in their athletic events. This is the last camera I will ever need.

A DSLR camera that is easy to use with many auto features and shoots video. Perfect for entry users to advanced enthusiasts. Comparable to the Canon TI1 which has a larger, sharper image live view screen but but the Nikon has an articulating live view screen that makes it more versatile. I love the camera. The video capability is compatible with windows/vista PC environment while the Canon requires third party software to use unless you have an Apple machi8ne.