The Nikon D3100 is a 14.2 megapixel DX format DSLR Nikon F-mount camera announced by Nikon on August 19, 2010. It replaces the D3000 as Nikon's entry level DSLR.
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Nikon D3100 tripod [duplicate]
I'm an amateur planning to practice some night sky shots (I have a Nikon D3100 - 18-55 lens camera) - can you please suggest some good quality but not too expensive tripod for it, as I've said I'm an ...
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How to turn off the timer sound on my Nikon D3100?
I need to use the self timer but I would not like it to beep as it counts down. (You know, the long beep and then the short beeps right before it takes the picture.) Is there a way to turn the sound ...
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Second Lens: 35mm for Nikon D3100 - considerations for making the purchase [closed]
I'm currently considering buying the Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens as a second lens for my Nikon D3100. A lot of people suggest that I go with a telephoto zoom lens as my second, but I disagree ...
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How to fix lens “stuck” on Nikon D3100?
My younger sister has a Nikon d3100. Now she asks me if I can help her fix it. She uses the lens that came with the d3100 kit, and for some reason it's completely stuck. She claims that it's been that ...
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Is there a way to replicate Nikon D3100 live view on my laptop screen?
I own a Nikon D3100 and I need a way to see the live view of my camera on my laptop screen.
There must definitely be a way (I am not just aware of it). I have searched all around the web sites... I ...
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Nikon D3100 won't autofocus [duplicate]
I have a Nikon D3100, and I found out recently that when I half-press the shutter to focus, it wont autofocus anymore. I've tried it with another lens - still the same problem. The autofocus is ...
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Why does Nikon D3100 locks Shutter in Autofocus mode?
So I just got this Nikon D3100 Camera. And I am trying to take a picture using autofocus with the kit lens(18-55mm).
The system is in Auto mode, AF-A, single frame and the lens A-M switch is on ...
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Which one to buy Nikon D5200 or D7000? [closed]
I currently own D3100. I thought of selling it and buying new one. My Budget is limited.
What is the best move for me ? D5200 orD7000 ?
Is it worth to sell D3100 and getting one of those ?
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How to clean the focusing system?
Yesterday I was photographing an event and had to change a lot between lenses (50mm and 18-55mm). Surprise, surprise, today when I looked on the viewfinder I saw a little piece of fabric and a little ...
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Why won't my D3100 won't take flash pictures even when focused?
Recently my camera has randomly stopped letting me take photos on settings that have a flash or have a flash option. It will let the camera focus and it will make a click sound like it is ready to ...
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Why does the D3100 mirror flip in live view?
Reading around everywhere, some people say the D3100 flips the mirror down and up before opening the shutter again when using live-view, and other people says it doesn't (which would be preferable as ...
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What can I do if autofocus does not work but manual focus does?
Recently, the autofocus on my Nikon D3100 stopped working. The ring of the lens wouldn't even turn when I tried to focus. However, when switched to manual focus, the camera works fine.
When I used a ...
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Nikon D3100 & Strange lines
I have an issue with my Nikon D3100:
Some of the shots show lines over the long edge. At first I thought it was only happening when using the Sigma 70-200, but after some thorough testing it appears ...
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Soft Backgrounds [duplicate]
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How can I get dramatic shallow DOF with a kit lens?
I'm planning on taking Christmas cards with my dog and self in focus with the Christmas tree and lights blurred out ...
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My Nikon D3100 isn't recognized by Windows 7
I can transfer photos fine on my mac, but when I connect it on Windows 7 it appears as an unrecognized device under Windows' device manager (with the little exclamation mark).
Googling didn't return ...
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Should my Nikon D3100 adjust settings to allow for use of flash in AP or SP mode
When I'm shooting with the onboard flash in low light conditions, I observe the exposure preview settings between no flash and the flash popped up - there appears to be little or no difference between ...
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Using flash with Aperture Priority or Shutter Priority gives me a white image - why?
When using the built in flash with Aperture Priority or Shutter Priority selected, I am getting a completely overexposed (white) image.
Now my understanding of AP and SP modes is that the camera ...
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which adapter do i need to mount a vintage Marexar-CX Lens to Nikon D3100?
i have purchased a vintage MAREXAR-CX Zoom, MACRO lens, Multi-Coated 1:4.5-4.8 F=80-250mm 58 No 90686
It says is a Minolta fitting lens, made in japan, i would like to try it out with my NIkon D3100 ...
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Upgrade from D3100 to D90
I have had a Nikon D3100 for some time and I think that it's time to upgrade :)
I have looked at Nikon DSLRs (because I have Nikon lenses) and I need help.
Firstly I thought about D5100, but it ...
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Best all round zoom lens for D3100?
New to DSLR photography and would like some advice. What would be a good all round lens for the Nikon D3100? I have got the 18-55 one from the kit, any recommendations?
Also are there any other items ...
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Best SD Card for Nikon D3100?
I am looking at new memory cards, what would be the best one to get?
SanDisk 32GB Ultra 30MB/s SD Card (SDHC) - Class 10 @ £17.99
SanDisk 64GB Ultra SD Card (SDXC) - Class 10 @ 47.99
SanDisk 32GB ...
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Nikon D3100 corrupt files?
I am new to using the D3100, and was out with my family at the weekend taking pictures. When I got home I noticed that a few images had not been saved correctly. Does anyone know any reason why this ...
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What would be an inexpensive lens for wedding photography?
I am a pretty new "photographer" and will be shooting a couple weddings in the near future. I am currently using a Nikon D3100 and have the 18-55mm kit lens as well as the 50mm 1.8G. I am looking to ...
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As a beginner would I be better suited to a Nikon D3100 or Canon EOS 550D?
I am very new to this and wondering if I would even notice a difference between a Nikon D3100 and Canon EOS 550D using the standard 18-55mm lens? The differences I can see are:
The Cannon is roughly ...
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Nikon D3100's performance in low light
I am looking to purchase a Nikon D3100 as I'm very much a novice and wish to wield a camera that has manual focus and performs well in low light, which leads me to my question: Does the Nikon D3100 ...
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Is there a battery grip for the Nikon D3100 which uses standard batteries?
I'm not happy that my DSLR (Nikon D3100) takes expensive, non standard batteries. What I'm surprised about is that there seem to be very few battery grips on the market that use standard battery ...
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Why does my Nikon D3100 no longer auto-focus via the viewfinder?
My Nikon D3100 out of the blue cannot focus correctly.
It seem the that the focus motor always stops at the end of the run (Infinity) and cannot lock on the target, thus cannot release the shutter. I ...
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Is it normal for the LCD screen of D3100 to sometimes show moving horizontal lines?
Yesterday I noticed horizontal upwards moving lines on the LCD screen on the D3100 when I was using live view.
It doesn't happen always, is this normal?
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Nikon D3100 transfer distorts photos [duplicate]
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Why do my images get distorted on my Nikon DSLR?
I've been using this camera (Nikon D3100) for over a year and have absolutely no problems with it, until yesterday. When ...
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When should I turn on the rangefinder of the D3100?
There is a "set rangefinder on" kind of option in D3100.
Are there any special cases when I "should" set the rangefinder on?
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What lens for my Nikon D3100 will provide great bokeh and keep up with fast-moving kids?
I have a Nikon D3100. I'm trying to buy a lens that will mainly take outside pictures of kids with great bokeh. I can't decide between 35, 50, or 85mm.
I'm worried about autofocus as well. With ...
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Nikkor f/1.8G 35mm or 50mm?
I'm new to photography. I got Nikon D3100 with 18-55 KIT.
I was looking to buy 1.8f prime lens.
I found two options.
AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G and AF-S DX NIKKOR 55mm f/1.8G
Which one you guys ...
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What lenses should a college photography club buy to go with an entry-level Nikon body?
We have a photography club in our college and I am the secy. Finally we got some budget approved and we are planning to buy some stuff for our club.
I am thinking of buying a Nikon D3100 body. For ...
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Why am I getting a slow shutter speed with Child mode on Nikon D3100?
I am just starting out with my Nikon D3100 and taking pictures of my kids who never seem to sit still. I thought that Child mode would be the most appropriate mode to do this with but I seem to be ...
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How can I use Nikon D3100 at -9°C? [duplicate]
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What should I consider when using DSLRs in cold weather?
I am visiting China and where the temperature is @ -9 degree Celsius. How can I use my Nikon D3100 DSLR over ...
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Why do images taken with a Nikon D3100 get cut off?
I just received my Nikon D3100 and for the first few photos it worked beautifully, but now when I take photos it only shows approximately the top 3mm. I put on both lenses and removed the caps but ...
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Why does my Nikon D3100 no longer auto-focus correctly?
I bought my camera on January 2011. Since a few months ago, I'm facing a problem with the autofocus.
It happens with my two lenses 18/55mm and 55/200mm. I noticed that the focus light doesn't turn on ...
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When buying entry level cameras, are lenses really more important than the body?
Original Question: Is there a D5100 alternative
I was considering my first DSLR Nikon D3000, then saw D3100 and was fixed on it, then saw D5100 and I though yes,this is the one to go for. While ...
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Can I get faster and cheaper results by buying the Sandisk Extreme, not the newer Pro?
I have the relatively new Nikon D3100. But as far as I can tell, it doesn't support the new UHS-1 transfer standard that the ($75/16GB) Sandisk Extreme Pro uses to get its 45MB/s rate.
In fact, I've ...
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Is my Nikon D3100 a better camera than my friend's D300?
Within the Nikon D range of cameras, which would you say is a better camera? The Nikon D300 or the Nikon D3100?
I am new to photography, and have the D3100 and a friend of mine has the D300 and she's ...
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Best settings to capture lightning on a D3100? [duplicate]
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What technique and settings should I use to capture lightning strikes?
Quick, I need some help. I am trying to get some pictures of the storm thats going on right now ...
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How do I prevent a Nikon D3100 from resetting the file image numbering each time?
I have a Nikon D3100. When I unload the pictures from the camera to the computer, the numbering of the file names goes back to zero.
Sometimes, when they are still about the same event, I would ...
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Why can't my Adobe Photoshop CS5 read RAW photos saved in .NEF from my new camera?
My Nikon D3100 photos are not coming up on photoshop why I try to edit them. What should I do?
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Will any of my old Nikon gear be compatible with a D3100?
I have an old Nikon F801 35mm film camera with a Nikon SB-24 flash gun a AF Nikkor 70-210 mm 1:3.3-4-5 & a AF Nikkor 35-70mm 1:3.3-4.5
I am thinking of buying a new set up the Nikon D3100 with ...
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Is it possible to turn off continuous autofocus on Nikon D3100?
nikon D3100. can the continuous autofocus (on video) be turned off so that it operates similar to the cannon 500d? this is mainly to shut down the noise from the autofocus which i read in earlier ...
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Nikon 18-200mm lens work with either of these d90, d3100 or d5000?
I am new to DSLR cameras and i have been doing some research on them from last few days and then i wanted to go for one of these model bodies: D90, D5000 or D3100 and i want to purchase the following ...
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Beginner lens decision [duplicate]
I'm about to buy a Nikon D3100 and can't decide which kit lens I should pick.
On the one hand there is the standard AF-S 18-55mm VR lens and on the other hand the AF-S 18-105mm VR.
A bit more zoom ...
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Are there solutions to limitations on using back-button AF on Nikon D3100?
I have started to use my D3100 with my AE/AF-L button set to AF. So in other words I use this button instead of the half press shutter button to AF. I'm new to this technique and came across it here ...
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how to choose between nikon 3100 and 5000?
I'm going to buy my first DSLR camera, and I want to make a good choise. Reading reviews and forums I have limited my choise to only 2 cameras: Nikon 3100d and Nikon 5000d. Which one is better?
Since ...
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Korean PDF Manual for the Nikon D3100?
Where can I download the Korean PDF Manual for the Nikon D3100?
I was able to get the English manual, no problem. My wife is Korean and the D3100 is a beast to beginners like us! We tried looking on ...
