Nikon D5000

The Nikon D5000 is a 12.3-megapixel DX-format DSLR camera announced on April 14, 2009. It shares many features with the D90, including a 2.7-inch tilt-and-swivel LCD monitor, live view, ISO 200–3200 (expandable to 100–6400), and a 3D tracking Multi-CAM1000 11-point AF system. The camera was discontinued in November 2010. It was the second Nikon DSLR to feature movie mode, offering D-Movie mode with selectable resolutions up to 720p at 24 frames per second. Each uninterrupted 720p clip is limited to 5 minutes, while other resolutions allow up to 20 minutes. Key features include a CMOS sensor, EXPEED image/video processor, Active D-Lighting, automatic correction of lateral chromatic aberration, and distortion correction. The LCD screen supports tilt and rotation, and the camera offers live view with subject tracking and face detection autofocus. Continuous shooting reaches up to 4 frames per second, and ISO sensitivity ranges from 200–3200 (100–6400 with boost). The D5000 uses Nikon F-mount lenses but lacks an in-body autofocus motor, requiring lenses with integrated motors for full autofocus functionality. The camera received positive reviews for its sensor performance, with Dxomark rating it higher than competitors like the Canon EOS 1D Mark III and 5D. However, a recall was issued in July 2009 due to power system issues causing the camera to fail to turn on. Nikon provided free repairs and fast shipping for affected units. Additional features include HDMI HD video output, GPS geotagging support, time-lapse photography, quiet shooting mode, and a shutter rated for 100,000 cycles. The D5000 supports ...