Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera with 18 55mm VR Lens

The D5100 is a high performance D SLR designed to stimulate your creative side and help you create still images and movies like no other. The swing out vari angle monitor combines with the camera's D movie function to enable unique shots from any angle. Still images or movies can be shot using a special effect to add a sense of magic. High Dynamic Range imaging lets you capture exquisitely detailed stills of high contrast scenes. The perfect way to capture your view of the world, this camera was made with freedom of expression in mind. **16.2 megapixel DX format CMOS image sensor** delivers lifelike images with vivid colors, reduced noise and smooth tonal gradations. **High ISO 100 6400 light sensitivity** manually extendable up to 25600 using the Hi2 setting. Enables faster shutter speeds for finely detailed images with minimal noise when you shoot fast moving subjects or take pictures in low light. Features an Auto ISO setting. **EXPEED 2 image processing engine** optimizes the camera's technologies for superior performance and maximum image quality. **7.5 cm 3 in., 921k dot vari angle LCD monitor with wide viewing angle** lets you capture unique shots from any angle. Boasts a side opening mechanism that makes it easy to shoot self portraits or use a tripod. **D Movie full HD 1080p movie clips** a dedicated movie record button right next to the shutter release makes it easy to keep the camera steady when you switch between recording stills and movies. AF F mode keeps everything in focus, and the camera's vari angle monitor and Special Effects mode enable unique shots. The camera supports use of an external microphone and offers 30p, 25p and 24p frame rates. **Live View with Scene Auto Selector** makes it easy to compose images using the vari angle LCD monitor. Scene Auto Selector will select the best mode for the scene and subject you want to capture. Boasts easily selectable AF modes, including Face P