Nikon D3100 vs Nikon D5000

Let's look more closely at the Nikon D3100 versus Nikon D5000, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the D3100 (14MP) and the D5000 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The D3100 was announced 19 months later than the D5000 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the D3100 matches up versus the D5000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D3100 and Nikon D5000. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D3100 Gallery and Nikon D5000 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D3100 has physical dimensions of 124mm x 96mm x 75mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) while the Nikon D5000 has sizing of 127mm x 104mm x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

See the Nikon D3100 versus Nikon D5000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the D3100 versus the D5000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D3100 and D5000 is 68 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D3100 and D5000.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon D3100 to offer you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher D3100 will have an edge in sensor innovation.