Nikon D3100 D3100
Its 14.2-megapixel sensor and EXPEED 2 processor deliver solid image quality for a discontinued entry-level body. The included 18-55mm VR lens and intuitive Guide Mode make learning manual controls straightforward without overwhelming new users. This camera is best for absolute beginners wanting a cheap, used DSLR to grasp photography fundamentals before investing in a modern system.
About This Camera
Its 14.2-megapixel sensor and EXPEED 2 processor deliver solid image quality for a discontinued entry-level body. The included 18-55mm VR lens and intuitive Guide Mode make learning manual controls straightforward without overwhelming new users. This camera is best for absolute beginners wanting a cheap, used DSLR to grasp photography fundamentals before investing in a modern system.
- Type DSLR
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
Cons
- Below average connectivity (18th percentile) 18th
- Below average video (21th percentile) 21th
- Below average sensor (25th percentile) 25th
- Below average display (26th percentile) 26th
Specifications
Full Specifications
vs Competition
| Spec | Nikon D3100 D3100 | Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III | Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 | Sony a7 a7 V | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 | OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | DSLR | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | - | 32.5MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 33MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 1053 | 425 | 759 | 315 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 40 | 20 | 30 | 75 | 60 |
| Video | - | 6K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 4K @120fps | 5K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | - | 609 | 579 | 610 | 721 | 499 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon D3100 D3100 | 33.6 | 36.3 | 35.9 | 29.1 | 20.9 | 25.4 | 44.9 | 25.9 | 18 | 32.5 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.5 | 88.1 | 94.5 | 93 | 89.9 | 58.6 | 96.5 | 99.1 | 93.1 | 99.5 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 Compare | 88.1 | 95.5 | 89.3 | 85.4 | 99.9 | 97.2 | 96.9 | 84.1 | 93.1 | 93.4 |
| Sony a7 a7 V Compare | 95.8 | 88.9 | 94.6 | 91 | 89.9 | 59.9 | 96.6 | 99.5 | 93.1 | 96 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 Compare | 84.6 | 88.1 | 97.2 | 95.1 | 97.6 | 56 | 89.3 | 84.1 | 93.1 | 96 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.5 | 99.6 | 88.4 | 98.1 | 84.1 | 41.2 | 94.2 | 84.1 | 77.1 | 99.5 |
Usage Scores
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