Nikon has release nikon d5000 , whic is low in cost and have almost the same fuction as a Nikon d90.Not yet release and its going to be launched in May of 2009.The only thing i newly see if Vair Angle monitor , where you can twist and see it and usefull when you are taking live view of ur self .:)
Main Features
- New 2.7-in. 230k-dot Vari-angle monitor swings down approximately 90° and rotates 180°
- Nikon DX-format CMOS image sensor with 12.3 effective megapixels and Integrated Dust Reduction System
- Specially designed EXPEED image processing system
- One-touch access to Live View, which includes face priority AF and subject tracking AF
- D-SLR movie function: D-Movie, selectable from 320 x 216 pixels, 640 x 424 pixels or 1,280 x 720 pixels in AVI format
- 19 Scene Modes that automatically adjust exposure, image processing, Active D-Lighting and other settings for superior image quality
- Scene Recognition System, utilizing 420-pixel RGB sensor, improves autofocus, auto exposure and auto white balance performance and is also integrated with the Face Detection System
- Active D-Lighting for smooth tone reproduction in high-contrast environments
- Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module featuring 11 AF points provides fast and precise autofocus coverage across the frame
- Picture Control System offers Portrait and Landscape options for more vibrant customized colors
- Extensive palette of in-camera Retouch Menus including several new retouch options such as Soft Filter and Color Outline
- Incredibly low-noise performance throughout a wide sensitivity range of ISO 200 to 3200; can be set to ISO 100 and ISO 6400 equivalents
- Viewfinder with approx. 95% frame coverage and an easy-to-view 17.9 mm eyepoint (at -1.0 m-1)
- Up to 4 fps continuous shooting
- Built-in pop-up flash with Nikon’s original i-TTL flash control
- Highly efficient energy-saving design that allows approx. 510 images on a single charge of the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a (CIPA standard, with AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR and flash fired at full power once every other shot.)
- Compatible with HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) output
- Included Nikon ViewNX software makes browsing and organizing your images easy
- Optional photo-editing software Capture NX 2 allows quick and easy photo editing
- Lightweight compact body
Specification
| Effective pixels |  |
12.3 million |
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| Image sensor | |
CMOS sensor, 23.6 x 15.8 mm; total pixels: 12.9 million; Nikon DX-format |
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| Image size (pixels) | |
4,288 x 2,848 [L], 3,216 x 2,136 [M], 2,144 x 1,424 [S] |
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| Sensitivity | |
ISO 200 to 3200 in steps of 1/3 EV. Can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 100 equivalent) below ISO 200, or to approx. 0.3, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 6400 equivalent) over ISO 3200, ISO sensitivity auto control available |
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| Storage media | |
SD memory cards, SDHC compliant |
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| Monitor | |
Vari-angle type, 2.7-in., approx. 230k-dot TFT LCD, approx. 100% frame coverage, and brightness adjustment |
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| Exposure metering | |
3D Color Matrix Metering II, Center-Weighted and Spot Metering |
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| Exposure modes | |
Auto modes (auto, auto [flash off]), Advanced Scene Modes (Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close up, Night portrait, Night landscape, Party/indoor, Beach/snow, Sunset, Dusk/dawn, Pet portrait, Candlelight, Blossom, Autumn colors, Food, Silhouette, High key, and Low key), programmed auto with flexible program (P), shutter-priority auto (S), aperture-priority auto (A), manual (M) |
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| Interface | |
Hi-Speed USB |
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| Power sources | |
One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a, AC Adapter EH-5a |
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| Dimensions (W x H x D) | |
Approx. 127 x 104 x 80 mm (5.0 x 4.1 x 3.1 in.) |
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| Weight | |
Approx. 560 g (1 lb. 4 oz.) without battery, memory card, or body cap |