Customer Ratings & Reviews

I bought this camera as the kit with 55mm and 300mm lens with a bag, a replacement for my Fujifilm FinePix compact system digital camera. I wanted something that would provide a more quality, professional looking result without having to go take college classes for using it. I found exactly what I was looking for in the Nikon D3100. While you are able to control the camera and find the result you want... there is also the option to point and shoot for those times that you just want a photo journal of an event. The only two downfalls I can provide from something like a full frame D90 or 70 is the inability to auto focus without an auto focus lens and remote funcions. Other than that, this camera take amazing pictures. I'm extremely happy with my investment.

I had been wanting to step up in quality with my digital camera and finally decided to take the plunge on this Nikon.. I am blown away by the quality of the pictures and the ease of use. The camera leaves alot of room to grow into it as your photography skills and knowledge grows. I recently took the camera to Vegas and ended up taking 550 photos. Battery never needed recharged the entire time. This is a great camera to pick up if you are looking to move into the DSLR range of products.

I received this camera for Christmas. I had done a lot of research and knew this was the camera for me. I was surprised at just how easy it was to use right out of the box. The features are many, the quality is exceptional, and the value is fantastic!! I've read a few negative reviews about the quality of the video, but, the few videos I took today were really good. Overall, I LOVE this camera and would recommend it to anyone with a point and shoot camera wanting to take their photography to the next level.

Upgraded fron D40. I am completely sold on nikon in general, and this camera in particular. I have a somewhat advanced skill level with DSLRs, and I have been blown away by this camera. Gave it to my warehouse manager, who knows next to nothing about photography, and by using Guide Mode, he was shooting great pics in just a few minutes. So far, I am completely satisfied. Attached photo was taken at 75 MPH while going over Tenn. River bridge on I-65 N, using landscape setting & included kit lens.

We had recently purchased the D5000 which by all means is a good DSLR though we wanted to get a 2nd DSLR as me and my husband are taking photography classes. I can honestly say that the D3100 may not have as many features/settings as the D5000 but the D3100 consistently produces better pictures EVERYTIME. This camera has a built-in GUIDE mode for the beginner and walks you though setting up your camera to get the shot you always wanted to take but didn't know how to setup your camera to achieve it. So it explains when you change the setting it shows you how it will affect your picture with a sample image!!!! I strongly recommend you purchase the Nikon 35mm f1.8 as a SECOND LENS - this prime lens will enable you to shoot indoors with NO FLASH as it lets in a ton of light at the widest aperture setting of 1.8. BUY THIS CAMERA you will not be disappointed!

I'm new to the DSLR age, and do not know much about photography, so I wanted a camera that I could get great results right out of the box. My primary reason for the purchase was to be able to catch my new born and toddler in action shots, cause face it, they'll never stop for a picture! This camera does just that! I caught some great bath time moments with absolutly zero blur! I could even see the ripples of water and dropplets as he splashed! As far as all the features, I plan to take some classes to become a better photographer and eliminate the need to pay high prices for family photos! I applogize if my reveiw isn't enough for you, but if you're looking for a great camera to start with and that has all features you'll need as you learn, the Nikon D3100 is the camera for you!

This is my first D-SLR camera and i LOVE it. It is easy to use and if you are having a tough time figuring something out it has a guide mode. I recieved this camera the night before leaving on vacation for mexico and had no issues figuring it out. Viewing other D-SLR cameras and their, the price really isnt that bad for this one.

I bought this camera after my Nikon Coolpix L110 could not be repaired by geek squad. I took the gift card and upgraded to this. I was in-between this camera and the D5100. The only difference is between the two is that the LCD screen is moveable. I've had it for about 2 months now and I'm learning it. I've taken it with me on our family's mini vacation to Virginia Beach, and It did a wonderful job! trying to take pictures at night and finding the right setting was a little bit challenging, but at the aquarium there, it did a wonderful job while the fish moved. I would recommend this camera to anyone who was looking for an upgrade instead of full on professional camera. This was totally worth the money that I paid for.

This is a great camera for someone going from a point and shoot camera to a DSLR. The camera has easy settings like auto, and the camera automatically selects the best setting. The camera has settings all the way to manual where the photographer has to set and choose every setting. The camera is easy to use and takes great pictures! I take nature, wildlife and landscape shots and recently started doing portraits and family events! This camera has a setting for everything!

I purchased my Nikon D3100 about two weeks ago and I was surprise to see how easy it was to use. The Guide feature is great especially for a beginner like me! I have nothing negative to say about this camera, it's awesome! One thing though, you might have to buy an extra battery to further enjoy your camera for many hours, got mine from ebay for $30 shipped, and a 50mm-200mm lens would be a good addition to compliment the lens kit.

I used to always have a regular digital camara, point & shoot, but with this DSLR, you really take much nicer pictures and you don´t have to be a pro do be able to do so because it is really simple to choose a setting and take a bunch of pictures and then choose the nicest ones, the camera can take several pictures per second so you really catch the best one every time. The two lenses it came with allow you to take great pictures at short distance and long distance, images are really crisp and nice.

i'm wanting to step into freelance photography and thought this would be a perfect first camera of choice. so far, it's lived up to it's specs and really is a fun camera. clearly to a novice the features and options might be intimidating at first, but if you take the time to learn the camera, all it has to offer will come to you. i personally believe it's a bit pricey for a beginner, considering accessory cost, etc. essentially, it's a great camera. take the time to learn it's features and you'll feel better about your investment :) P.S. I took a picture of the arch here in St. Louis. Enjoy!

This camera is Fantastic! You might have to practice and get use to Night Time Photo's as the Automatic Setting will OVER-EXPOSE your night pictures. Other then that it is great. I was debating between the Canon T2i $800 or Nikon D3100 ($600). I ended up with Nikon D3100 because you get the same Picture Quality & it does come with the 1080p HD Video w/ Full Focus. The full focus however is not as great as Nikon describe. But Video is not the main thing for me, I like Nikon for its picture Quality. Although Canon T2i has 18MP. Megapixel isn't much of a big deal unless your going to CROP a bunch. So to conclude my review on Nikon D3100. Its so far the best DSLR I have used, Wonderful pictures. But remember if you want that SHARP & Crispy pix, you should always shoot in RAW. Thats what i do. but if you dont got time the AUTO setting does a great job also. can't go wrong with the price range

I am going to buy a D3100 for both my wife and my adult daughter as each has the eyes for amazing compositions and it is time for them to move into the SLR realm. This Nikon camera is a terrific camera ... light weight and has all the features for capturing amazing photos! I bought the camera for a bucket trip to Peru ... Machu Picchu, coastal area and the Amazon River and rain forest. I have had a hard time trashing very many of my more than 2,500 photos shot during 2 weeks in all kinds of climates and lighting situations. Buy this camera and you will have no regrets!

It is easy to use, lightweight, and takes great pictures. I have nothing negative since it is still pretty new.

I bought the package deal w/ bag, extra lens, and memory card from the local Best Buy. This camera is absolutly amazing, I recommend to anyone looking to get into the DSLR's. I am just starting out and there is alot to learn about this camera. I just got it on 04/04/2011 and I have taken nearly 1000 pics, I cannot put it down! I love it!!

Before i buy my first D-SLR ,Nikon 3100 i review some of customers ratings i though it was only a product advertising so i read all about features of this camera it almost one week now since memorial day sale weekend so i decided to buy this camera, i was so amaze and easy to use just only read the instructions first and you will enjoy ,so i gave my nikon coolfix 7.1 to my kids ..great camera!

This is not only a great camera, but also a wonderful learning experience for anyone who is even remotely interested in photography. Before buying this camera, i had no idea what aperture or shutter speed did to a photograph but this camera forces you to learn. It takes wonderful pictures! I've only had it for 2 days and i can't stop experimenting and taking pictures!

This camera has been a great starter camera for me. It takes amazing pictures and is very intuitive once you learn a little more about what the different settings and modes are used for. If you're starting out in this amazing hobby, I definitely recommend this camera because the price is just right for dabbling.

This was my first digital SLR camera. I shopped around a lot and a lot of the technical jargon and talk about the cameras I didn't understand till after I owned a DSLR and could see what was being talked about. This is a good camera, I really loved it while I had it but I was kind of upset when I found out that a lot of lenses wouldn't work on my camera. Nobody mentioned that a lot of the popular lenses such as the basic 50mm prime lens wouldn't auto focus on the d3100. Which is why I chose to upgrade to a something a little better. Don't get me wrong, it is a great entry level camera but that is where it stops, if you are looking at doing anything more than taking pictures of the family or a camera to take on vacation, this is not the camera for you. Save up and get the Nikon D90 or the canon 60D. If you do want a glorified point and shoot that changes lenses than this is where you should look. Most people I've talked to don't even know how to run the manual mode, and that is fine and dandy cause this takes really amazing picturesin the standard auto modes. The other down side is it is kind of small to the hand in my opinion. I am in no way a big guy, at 5'9" and 175lbs but my half my hand hung off my camera taking pictures. Ok that might be a slight exaggeration but it doesn't fit very well. All in all I still think this is a pretty good camera but there isn't a lot of room for growth with it, I just wish somebody would have told me that before I bought it.