The D5100 16.2MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera incorporates an amazing array of special effects for use when taking still pictures or recording D-Movie Full HD movies. Selective Color isolates any color within the scene, capture details in places too dark for your own eyes using Night Vision, create bright, glowing images filled with atmosphere with High Key, emphasize the mood of a scene using Low Key, Miniature Effect makes a scene look like a miniature scale model and Color Sketch creates color outlines of the subject that are played back as a series of stills in a slide show. Accessories: * EN-EL14 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery * MH-24 Quick Charger * DK-20 Rubber Eyecup; * UC-E6 USB Cable * EG-CP14 Audio Video Cable * AN-DC3 Camera Strap * DK-5 Eyepiece Cap * BF-1B Body Cap * BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover * Nikon ViewNX 2 CD-ROM .

The Nikon D5100 16.2MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera offers a host of new photographic and video tools that deliver superior performance and exceptional image quality with surprising versatility. With 16.2 megapixels, a swivel Vari-Angle LCD monitor, full HD movie capabilities, new EFFECTS Mode and new HDR setting, you hold the power and performance to capture beautiful moments and the freedom to get creative.

 Vari-angle LCD Monitor

Creativity from any point of view

Take pictures or record movies from a unique viewpoint, the D5100’s 3.0 inch, super sharp, 921,000-dot Vari-angle LCD monitor allows for versatile high quality viewing and playback. Explore every angle, with overhead shots, waist level candids, ground level and fun self portraits; you will never miss a shot. This Vari-angle monitor allows you to be creative from any point of view.

 Effects Mode
More fun and artistic pictures and movies
The D5100 incorporates an amazing array of special effects for use when taking still pictures or recording D-Movie Full HD movies. Selective Color isolates any color within the scene, capture details in places too dark for your own eyes using Night Vision, create bright, glowing images filled with atmosphere with High Key, emphasize the mood of a scene using Low Key, Miniature Effect makes a scene look like a miniature scale model and Color Sketch creates color outlines of the subject that are played back as a series of stills in a slide show.

Tell better stories
Full HD 1080p D-Movie with Sound
The D5100 delivers exceptionally high-quality movie performance due to its full HD capability while the latest in full-time autofocus takes the guess work out of tracking your subjects while in motion. Effortless moviemaking is at your fingertip thanks to D5100’s ergonomically placed Live View and Movie start button. Your D-Movies will come to life thanks to D5100’s sound recording capability — get stereo sound with Nikon’s optional ME-1 Stereo Microphone.

HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Exquisite detail in highlight and shadow
In scenes with extreme contrasts, such as bright, sunlit clouds and a foreground deep in shadow, it was once quite difficult to render the textures of both equally. Not any more. D5100 combines two exposures to create an image revealing an extremely wide dynamic range, but with less noise and richer color gradation than ever before.

Stunning image quality
Image quality in a class of its own
Incorporating the latest Nikon D-SLR technologies such as the 16.2MP DX-format CMOS sensor and EXPEED 2 image processing engine, the D5100 delivers outstanding image quality. Its CMOS sensor offers a remarkably wide ISO range (ISO 100 to 6400) with reduced noise which enables you to shoot at faster shutter speeds and capture scenes and subjects with less blur. Handheld shooting and full HD movies come out looking great even in low light.

Speed and performance that delivers

With high-speed continuous shooting at approx. 4 frames per second, you’ll never miss a moment and with D5100’s large optical viewfinder providing accurate and realistic composition, you’ll get a precise view and focus in every situation.

Capture your subjects precisely

D5100’s 11-point AF system provides flexibility to compose the shot you want ensuring your subject is captured sharply wherever it’s located in the frame. Working together with the Scene Recognition System, the camera can keep your main subject in focus even if the composition changes using Nikon’s exclusive 3D-tracking.

With the Canon PowerShot S95, you can do that and still expect the high quality you’ve always expected from Canon’s line of compact digital cameras. Considering Canon’s latest quality innovation, the HS system coupled with Hybrid Image Stabilization and a f2.0 lens, you won’t need to lug a tripod around for candid indoor shots or worry about blurry images due to a long shutter time on hand held shots. For shots when you do want flash, the Canon PowerShot S95 offers Smart Flash exposure control to provide just the right amount of flash without blowing out brightly lit areas.

Taking photos of family and friends without the aid of a flash is one way of getting unique and unposed shots that usually end up as the favorite image from any event.

Thanks to the improved sensitivity of the 10mp imaging sensor along with the renowned Digic 4 processor (the HS system) you can even use an ISO as high as 3200 without losing image quality. Switch to low light mode and expect to go as high as 12,800 ISO while creating smaller (2.5mp) images. And for those who like to be creative in different situations, the Canon PowerShot S95 is fully manual.

Slim, light and built for easy handling, the Canon PowerShot S95 features Smart Auto, a function that determines the best settings for whatever situation you happen to be in. And thanks to Scene Detection Technology, you even get tips on the 3.0” PureColor II G LCD screen guiding you on why to use certain settings for certain scenes. For the experienced photographer, use the manual control ring located around the lens for quick changes anytime the scene changes. There is even a shortcut button on the back of the camera that allows you to choose pre-set settings that you program ahead of time. A real advantage when you want to have fun without worrying about which camera settings to use.

Another great feature that helps you get the shot you envisioned is the High Dynamic Range shooting mode. Since the human eye sees light differently than anything engineers have been able to create, the Canon PowerShot S95 takes 3 quick shots in succession and combines them to accent the highlights and contrasts of a certain scene and merge them into one image that exceeds the quality of conventional cameras.

When it’s time to switch to HD video, expect 720p, 24fps movie recording with high quality stereo sound, an HDMI port and CEC compatibility.

Lightweight, stylish and built to give you the highest quality images available today, the Canon PowerShot S95 is the perfect camera amateurs and professionals alike can take anywhere and return with their new favorite shots.

When flash is what you want to achieve a desired outcome, add Canon’s high power flash attachment.

Comparison with Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 These two cameras have a lot of similarities so the choice may be difficult between the two unless brand loyalty is a deciding factor. Both Canon and Panasonic listen to their customers and make changes to accommodate their desires and have created two cameras that are cutting edge in both design and technology. If wide angle shooting is important to you, the LX5 beats the Canon PowerShot S95.

Pros

•   +Low light lens
• +High dynamic range
• +Low light mode
• +Control ring
  

Cons

• -No auto focus during video
• -Pop up flash might get in the way