Nikon 2009-2010 Digital Camera Reviews

Nikon digital cameras range from the consumer level CoolPix to the high-end digital SLR's, such as the D5000, D200, and D3x. With a camera for every shooter, a Nikon is a good choice for either a first-time buyer or a serious professional. Use our digital camera reviews to find the right Nikon for you.

Top 3 Lab Tested Nikon DSLR Cameras
  • # 3Nikon D300S$1429.00

    After 2 1/2 years Nikon tacked mediocre video and an extra card slot onto the aging D300. The D300S might be worth $1700 to a pro on a budget or a demanding amateur, but we were hoping to see more innovation.

  • # 6Nikon D5000$654.66

    The Nikon D5000 is one of a handful of sub-$1000 video SLRs. Overall we found the Canon T1i did a better job shooting video, with higher definition and smoother video motion, but the Nikon was superior for still photography.

  • # 12Nikon D3x$6849.00

    The Nikon D3x is a full-frame, 24.5-megapixel camera has a list price of $7999.95 without lens. Designed for studio use, the D3x performed very well in our lab tests, but in general scored slightly lower than the D700.

Top 3 Lab Tested Nikon Point & Shoot Cameras
  • # 10Nikon Coolpix P100$337.10

    Nikon enhanced its high-end ultrazoom with a new sensor, 1080p video, high-speed burst rate shooting and a higher-res articulated LCD, but image quality doesn't match the competition.

  • # 16Nikon Coolpix P90$249.95

    While a competent camera, the Nikon Coolpix P90 doesn't distinguish itself from the ultrazoom competition, and has a disappointing video mode. Though the 24x lens is impressive, other cameras have better features and performance.

  • # 19Nikon Coolpix S630$269.99

    The Nikon Coolpix S630 is a small 12-megapixel point-and-shoot that offers a 7x zoom. It is an easy-to-use camera with a good control scheme, and very strong overall still image quality. However, it struggled in our video testing.

2009-2010 Digital SLR Reviews

RankProductPrice
#3
NikonProsumer1429.0013.10

Nikon D300S

Side-by-Side
Comparisons
Performance:Performance Score 40/40
Design:Design Score 32/40
Ease of Use:Ease Score 35/40
$1429.00 
#6
NikonConsumer654.6612.90

Nikon D5000

Side-by-Side
Comparisons
Performance:Performance Score 32/40
Design:Design Score 20/40
Ease of Use:Ease Score 34/40
$654.66 
#12
NikonProfessional6849.0025.72

Nikon D3x

Side-by-Side
Comparisons
Performance:Performance Score 14/40
Design:Design Score 40/40
Ease of Use:Ease Score 19/40
$6849.00 
#21
NikonConsumer445.0010.75

Nikon D3000

Side-by-Side
Comparisons
Performance:Performance Score 4/40
Design:Design Score 14/40
Ease of Use:Ease Score 14/40
$445.00 

2009-2010 Point & Shoot Reviews

RankProductPrice
#10
NikonUltra-Zoom337.102810.10

Nikon Coolpix P100

Side-by-Side
Comparisons
Performance:Performance Score 21/40
Design:Design Score 39/40
Ease of Use:Ease Score 37/40
$337.10 
#16
NikonUltra-Zoom249.9524x12.70

Nikon Coolpix P90

Side-by-Side
Comparisons
Performance:Performance Score 16/40
Design:Design Score 39/40
Ease of Use:Ease Score 29/40
$249.95 
#19
NikonCompact269.99712.00

Nikon Coolpix S630

Side-by-Side
Comparisons
Performance:Performance Score 19/40
Design:Design Score 17/40
Ease of Use:Ease Score 17/40
$269.99 
#27
NikonCompact207.95512.20

Nikon S1000pj

Side-by-Side
Comparisons
Performance:Performance Score 16/40
Design:Design Score 9/40
Ease of Use:Ease Score 21/40
$207.95 
#33
NikonUltra-Zoom129.951510.70

Nikon Coolpix L100

Side-by-Side
Comparisons
Performance:Performance Score 8/40
Design:Design Score 12/40
Ease of Use:Ease Score 4/40
$129.95 
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NikonPocket160.07512.39

Nikon Coolpix S4000

Pocket 5 X 12.39 Megapixels $160.07 
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NikonCompact199.954x12.39

Nikon Coolpix S620

Compact 4x X 12.39 Megapixels $199.95 
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NikonPocket226.953x10.00

Nikon Coolpix S230

Pocket 3x X 10.00 Megapixels $226.95 
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