Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Although there has been some overlap, digital SLR development has gone through some quite distinct phases.
Initially the battle was to produce affordable models, and once this was achieved manufacturers turned their attention to producing cameras with higher pixel counts. This was followed by a push in sensitivity levels and improved low-light performance.
During these development phases camera functionality has also expanded, with manufacturers capitalising upon the benefits of digital technology and introducing features such as live view, video and dynamic range optimisation systems. Now, there's a drive to make these increasingly complex and versatile SLRs easier to use, while at the same time helping photographers be more creative.
The Nikon D5100, which serves as the Nikon D5000 replacement, typifies this new era in DSLR evolution.
With its 16.2 million pixels, articulated 3in LCD screen, Special Effects and Scene modes, along with the more advanced PSAM exposure modes, on paper, at least, the Nikon D5100 seems to offer everything the aspiring photographer could wish for. Let's see.
Initially the battle was to produce affordable models, and once this was achieved manufacturers turned their attention to producing cameras with higher pixel counts. This was followed by a push in sensitivity levels and improved low-light performance.
The Nikon D5100, which serves as the Nikon D5000 replacement, typifies this new era in DSLR evolution.
With its 16.2 million pixels, articulated 3in LCD screen, Special Effects and Scene modes, along with the more advanced PSAM exposure modes, on paper, at least, the Nikon D5100 seems to offer everything the aspiring photographer could wish for. Let's see.