• Compact body, ergonomically designed to fit in your hand naturally and comfortably
• Superior image quality thanks to 10.2 megapixels and Nikon’s exclusive EXPEED concept for high-quality enlargements, fine detail and smooth tonal reproduction
• Nikon Integrated Dust Reduction System includes original Airflow Control System and Image Sensor Cleaning for protection against dust
• Active D-Lighting automatically compensates highlighted or shadowy areas while you shoot, creating images with natural contrast– even in difficult lighting
• Advanced three-point AF system offers fast, efficient and precise autofocus
• Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II for ideal exposures in almost any lighting situation
• Quick 0.19-second power-up to respond to every photographic opportunity
• Fast continuous shooting mode enables up to 100 JPEG images (FINE L-size or smaller) at 3 frames* per second
  *The fastest frame rates can be achieved by choosing manual focus, rotating the mode dial to S or M and selecting a shutter speed of 1/250 s. or faster, using defaults for all other settings
• A wide variety of Retouch Menus, including Quick Retouch, Stop-motion Movie and NEF (RAW) Processing to create duplicate images with amazing photo effects within the camera
• A large 2.5-in. LCD monitor with viewing angle of approx. 170 degrees in all directions
• Practical information display with choices of color variations in three formats: Classic, Graphic and Wallpaper. Can also be displayed in vertical position
• Handy assist images that help photographers select the right camera settings
• The new Eye Sensor turns off the LCD monitor automatically when you look through the viewfinder
• Bright and clear viewfinder with 0.8x magnification for precise composition
• Long-life rechargeable lithium-ion battery that allows up to 500 images* with the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR on a single charge (*CIPA standards)
• Eight Digital Vari-Programs that adjust camera settings automatically for incredible scene-specific pictures
• Built-in flash with Nikon’s dependable i-TTL flash control
• Supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System when using the SB-800, SB-600, SB-400, SB-R200 or the Wireless Close-Up Speedlight system R1C1. Offers accurate exposures via i-TTL flash
• Included Nikon ViewNX software makes browsing and organizing your images easy Capture NX software (optional) for amazingly simple and creative photo editing, thanks to U Point™ technology, by Nik Software Inc.

Specifications:

• Effective pixels: 10.2 million
• Image sensor: 23.6 x 15.8 mm CCD sensor, total pixels: 10.75 million
• Image size (pixels): 3,872 x 2,592 [L], 2,896 x 1,944 [M], 1,936 x 1,296 [S]
• Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization Lens for fast, accurate autofocus and Vibration Reduction (VR) image stabilization technology built in, pictures are even sharper, free from blur caused by camera shake when shooting hand-held
• ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index): ISO 100 - 1,600 in steps of 1 EV. Can also be set to approx. 1 EV (ISO 3200 equivalent) above ISO 1600
• Media: SD memory cards, SDHC compliant
• Monitor: 2.5-in., approx. 230k-dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD, brightness adjustment and with automatic defeat via Eye Sensor
• Exposure metering: 3D Color Matrix Metering II, Center-Weighted and Spot Metering
• Exposure modes: Digital Vari-program (Auto, Auto [flash off], Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close up, Night portrait), Programmed auto (P) with flexible program, Shutter-priority auto (S), Aperture-priority auto (A), Manual (M)
• Interface: Hi-Speed USB, Data transfer protocol: MTP, PTP
• Power sources: One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9, AC Adapter EH-5a (optional, used with optional Power Connector EP-5)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 126 x 94 x 64 mm (5.0 x 3.7 x 2.5 in.)
• Weight: Approx. 495 g (1 lb. 1 oz.) without battery, memory card or body cap

• Ideal as a normal lens designed exclusively for Nikon DX format SLRs, this ultra-compact
• 35mm equivalent: 27-82.5mm
• 18-55mm 3X zoom provides superb versatility in a wide variety of shooting situations.
• Vibration Reduction (VR) minimizes image blur caused by camera shake, enabling sharper pictures, hand-held, at shutter speeds up to three stops slower than would otherwise be possible.
• New compact rod-type Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra-high speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation.
• ED glass element achieves minimized chromatic aberration and superior optical performance.
• Hybrid aspherical element ensures high resolution and contrast.
• Focus Mode switch enables quick-switching between A (Autofocus) and M (Manual Focus).
• 7-blade rounded diaphragm for more natural out-of-focus highlights.
• Nikon Super Integrated Coating minimizes ghosting and flare to provide even higher contrast and more vivid images, even in challenging light conditions.