Review on Nikon D3100 DSLR Camera Body (Kit Box) - No Lens Included, International Version with No Warranty by Taufik (Taufik) ᠌

Name: Nikon D3100 DSLR Camera Body (Kit Box) - No Lens Included, International Version with No Warranty
Item: Nikon D3100 DSLR Camera Body (Kit Box) - No Lens Included, International Version with No Warranty
Rating: 5

March 03, 2023

A great option for this money, one of the best offers.

I don't think it's fair to criticize this camera for having a slow burst rate or not having bracketing or other features. Although it has some professional-level features, it is still a beginner DSLR.

In addition, I agree that the camera is excellent for its price range. Something like a portable, indestructible workhorse. Yes, I'd like to bring an old professional camera, I prefer shooting in M. mode exclusively, I'd like a more logical layout for the controls, and I'd appreciate a bit more speed in my reporting.

All things considered, though, I think it's a great buy for the cost. Take this camera if you are a beginner who does not want to learn how to use a DSLR because you will not be able to tell the difference. It's also a good choice for those who just want to learn the basics about DSLRs.

Pros

Indeed, I like every single thing about it. 1) Proper assembly, free of squeaks and rebounds. For my part, the rubber bands fit like a glove. 2) The camera went to many diverse locations, including urban settings, natural environments, the open sea, the studio, and many more. In the end, no major issues or bugs were discovered. The 50mm 1.8 fix more than made up for what the whale lens lacked in terms of what it could offer. Fourthly, it is compact and lightweight. Fifthly, the matrix dimensions should be uniform throughout all crops. I'll let the marketers hang themselves, but this means that the d3100 can produce an image that's on par with the d300s or d7100 under ideal studio conditions with decent lenses. 6) Pricing.

Cons

True insignificance, but I feel compelled to name them. 1) The eyepiece's vision correction was far too weak for my liking. For someone with my minus-2 prescription, shooting without glasses is a hassle. 2) The resolution of the built-in screen is poor, making it difficult to make an immediate assessment of the clip even with a rough preview. The screen is to blame for a good chunk of the overexposed shots I took when shooting in manual mode. Those who plan to use the camera while driving, however, will not have this issue. Thirdly, despite trying to figure out where the aperture control button was for an entire 12 months, I was never able to get the hang of it. The system is designed stupidly, in my opinion, and there are instances when this needs to be done rapidly. Cameras for professionals are missing their second wheel. But this is already picking at a minor detail; you can't fault a consumer camera for lacking professional features.