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Nikon's D3200

 

SIMPLY EFFORTLESS

 
 

SIMPLY STUNNING

 
Take your photos and videos to the next level. Unrivaled 24.2 megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor for truly dazzling photos and Full HD 1080p movies in any light. Innovative Guide Mode to help you master the camera. HD-SLR power; point-and-shoot ease.
close-up portrait of a girl with blonde hair taken with Nikon D3200

Take your photos and videos to the next level

24.2 MP DX-format CMOS sensor and EXPEED 3
Why do photos and videos shot with a Nikon HD-SLR look so good? It all starts with Nikon’s exclusive image sensors, and the D3200 has the most powerful CMOS sensor we've ever put in a HD-SLR at this level. Boasting an astounding 24.2 effective megapixels, it captures sharper, richer images—even in low light. Combine that with EXPEED 3 image processing, the processing power behind the acclaimed Nikon D4, for super-fast operation, exceptional image capture, in-camera filter effects and more. Your photos and videos will amaze even you.
 
image of Guide Mode menu on D3200 HD-SLR's LCD

Master the camera simply by using it

Guide Mode ensures success
It's never been easier to create HD-SLR quality photos, thanks to the D3200's Guide Mode. Learn the camera's key features and controls while you shoot, and even get advice and sample images to succeed in difficult shooting situations. Guide Mode is easy to access and easy to understand. You're never shooting alone with the D3200.
 
Mode dial of D3200 and images of a yellow flower, portrait of girl, night portrait of girl and landscape taken with Nikon D3200 HD-SLR

Capture the best of every scene

Six Scene Modes and Scene Auto Selector
Experienced photographers optimize their camera settings for the scene they're shooting. With the D3200, optimizing your camera settings is as easy as turning a dial. Choose from six common Scene Modes like Portrait, Night Portrait, Landscape, Close up and more, for flawless results even in demanding circumstances. When using Live View, Scene Auto Selector automatically sets the D3200 for the most suitable Scene Mode for the situation. A highly accurate 420-pixel RGB sensor powers Nikon’s Scene Recognition System, which compares scene data against an extensive database to optimize the shot accordingly.
 
View of the rear of the D3200 HD-SLR with HD video example on LCD

Create cinema-quality HD videos

One-touch Full HD 1080p movie recording with stereo sound
Nikon is committed to developing HD-SLRs that are not just superlative still image cameras, but superlative video cameras, as well. With a touch of a button, the D3200 starts recording Full HD 1080p video with full-time autofocus, manual exposure control and stereo sound. Its breathtaking 921,000-dot, ultra-high-resolution display makes it easy to frame, monitor and review your footage. Even record in super-smooth slow motion up to 60 fps! Unleash your inner cinematographer.
 
photo of family looking out from balcony

Get a new view of your world

Versatile AF-S Zoom-NIKKOR 18-55mm
Nikon's renowned NIKKOR lenses have long been the choice of pros and serious photographers. Marvels of clarity, consistency, precision and reliability, they draw peak performance from Nikon HD-SLRs. The D3200 comes equipped with the AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 18-55mm, a versatile, high performance VR image stabilized lens. And when you're ready to expand your system and extend your creativity, you'll have your choice of over 70 legendary NIKKOR lenses.

 

     

Fast and accurate shooting

 

Wi-Fi Connectivity—Now you can easily get GREAT pictures on your smartphone

The D3200's 11-point Autofocusing System is as fast as it is precise. Check your focus points, track your subject or shoot carefree right from the viewfinder. And when the action speeds up, simply aim, hold down the shutter and fire off approx. 4 fps at 24.2 MP resolution.   Using the WU-1a optional wireless mobile adapter you can now automatically send great images to your smartphone and even use your smartphone to remotely capture images from your D3200. With an easy to use app, now, when you can't wait to share that great shot, you don't have to. Share it to your smartphone in an instant.
     

Compact, lightweight and durable

 

Dramatic low-light photos

Your D3200 is designed for comfort, intuitive use and durability. Its compact, lightweight and rugged body puts key controls at your fingertips. You'll never hesitate to bring along your D3200.   The D3200's wide ISO range of 100 to 6400 allows for shooting in very low light without a flash or in very bright light with zoom, macro, fixed focal length or wide aperture lenses. For extreme low-light situations, set the ISO to Hi 1 and achieve ISO 12800 equivalent sensitivity.
     

All photography © Robin Layton

     

Optional WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter - Coming May 2012

Wi-Fi Connectivity - Now you can easily get GREAT pictures on your smartphone Using the WU-1a optional wireless mobile adapter you can now automatically send great images to your smart phone and even use your smart phone to remotely capture images from your D3200. With an easy to use app, now when you can't wait to share that great shot you don't have to. Share it to your smartphone in a instant.

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Nikon D3200 Digital SLR Camera Specifications
  • Type : Single-lens reflex digital camera
  • Lens Mount : Nikon F bayonet mount
  • Picture Angle : Effective picture angle 1.5x (Approx.) conversion factor (Nikon DX format)
  • Effective Pixels : 24.2 million
  • Sensor Size : 23.2mm x 15.4mm
  • Image Sensor Format : DX
  • Image Sensor Type : CMOS
  • Total Pixels : 24.7 million
  • Dust-reduction system : Image sensor cleaning
  • Image Area (pixels) : DX-format
    (L) 6,016 x 4,000
    (M) 4,512 x 3,000
    (S) 3,008 x 2,000
  • File Format Still Images :
    Compressed 12-bit NEF (RAW)
    JPEG: JPEG-Baseline Compliant with fine (approx 1:4), Normal (approx 1:8) or Basic (approx 1:16) Compression
    NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single Photograph Recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG Formats
  • Picture Control :
    Landscape
    Monochrome
    Neutral
    Portrait
    Selected Picture Control can be Modified
    Standard
    Vivid
  • Storage Media :
    SD
    SDHC
    SDXC
  • Card Slot : 1 Secure Digital (SD)
  • File System :
    Compliant with DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0
    DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
    EXIF 2.3 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras)
  • Viewfinder : Eye-level Pentamirror Single-Lens Reflex viewfinder
  • Viewfinder Frame Coverage : 95% Horizontal Approx.
  • Viewfinder Magnification : 0.78x Approx.
  • Viewfinder Eyepoint : 18mm (-1.0m¯¹)
  • Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment : -1.7 to +0.5m¯¹
  • Focusing Screen : Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VII screen
  • Reflex Mirror : Quick-return type Lens Aperture Instant-return type
  • Lens Compatibility at a Glance*** : AF-S Lens Required for Autofocus
  • Compatible Lenses :
    AF NIKKOR for F3AF not Supported
    AF-S, AF-I: All Functions Supported
    AI-P NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except Autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II
    Electronic Rangefinder can be used if Maximum Aperture is f/5.6 or Faster
    IX NIKKOR Lenses Cannot be Used
    Non-CPU: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in mode M, but exposure meter does not function.
    Other AF NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II
    Type G or D AF NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except Autofocus
    Type D PC NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except Autofocus and some Shooting Modes
  • Shutter type : Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
  • Shutter Speed : 1/4000 to 30 sec.
  • Fastest Shutter Speed : 1/4000 sec.
  • Slowest Shutter Speed : 30 sec.
  • Flash Sync Speed : Up to 1/200 sec.
  • Shutter Release Modes :
    Continuous
    Delayed remote
    Quick Response Remote Mode
    Quiet shutter-release
    Self-timer mode
    Single-frame [S] mode
  • Frame Advance Rate : Up to 4 fps (manual focus, mode M or S, shutter speed 1/250 sec or faster, and other settings at default values)
  • Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution : 4 frames per second
  • Self-timer : 2, 5, 10, 20 sec. Timer duration electronically controlled
  • Exposure Metering System : TTL exposure metering using 420-pixel RGB sensor
  • Metering Method :
    Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 8mm circle in center of frame
    Matrix: 3D color matrix metering II (type G and D lenses); color matrix metering II (other CPU lenses)
    Spot: Meters 3.5mm circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point
  • Metering Range :
    0 to 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering at ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, at 20°C/68°F)
    2 to 20 EV (Spot metering at ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens at 20°C/68°F)
  • Exposure Meter Coupling : CPU
  • Exposure Modes :
    Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
    Auto
    Auto (flash off)
    Manual (M)
    Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P)
    Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
  • Scene Modes :
    Auto
    Auto [Flash Off]
    Child
    Close-up
    Landscape
    Night Portrait
    Portrait
    Sports
  • Exposure Compensation : ±5 EV in increments of 1/3EV
  • Exposure Lock : Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
  • Mirror Lock Up : Yes (for image sensor cleaning)
  • ISO Sensitivity :
    ISO 100 - 6400
    Hi-1 (ISO 12,800)
  • Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity : 100
  • Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity : 6400
  • Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity : 1 EV above ISO 6400 (ISO 12800 equivalent)
  • Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options :
    1 EV above ISO 6400 (ISO 12800 equivalent)
    Auto ISO sensitivity control available
  • High ISO Noise Reduction :
    Low
    Normal
    High
    Off
  • Active D-Lighting :
    On
    Off
  • Single-point AF Mode : Yes
  • Dynamic AF Mode : Number of AF points: 11 (3D-tracking)
  • Auto-area AF Mode : Yes
  • Autofocus System : Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection
  • Detection Range : -1 to 19 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C)
  • Lens Servo :
    Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); Continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status
    Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used
  • Focus Point : Can be selected from 11 focus points
  • Focus Lock :
    Focus can be locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
    Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF)
  • Focus Modes :
    Auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A)
    Continuous-servo (AF-C)
    Face-Priority AF available in Live View only and D-Movie only
    Full-time Servo (AF-A) available in Live View only
    Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder
    Normal area available in Live View and D-Movie only
    Predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status
    Single-servo AF (AF-S)
    Wide area available in Live View and D-Movie only
  • Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points : 11
  • Autofocus Sensitivity : -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 20°C/68°F)
  • Built-in Flash : Yes
  • X-Sync Speed : 1/200
  • Flash Control : TTL: i-TTL flash control using 420-pixel RGB sensor is available with built-in flash and SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, or SB-400; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighted
  • Flash Sync Modes :
    Front-curtain sync (normal)
    Rear-curtain sync
    Red-Eye reduction
    Red-Eye reduction with slow sync
    Slow sync
  • Flash Compensation : -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV Flash-ready indicator Lights when built-in flash or optional flash unit such as SB-910, SB-900, SB-400, SB-80DX, SB-28DX or SB-50DX is fully charged
  • Accessory Shoe : Yes
  • Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) : CLS Supported
  • Flash Sync Terminal : Sync Terminal Adapter AS-15 (available separately)
  • White Balance :
    Auto
    Cloudy
    Direct Sunlight
    Flash
    Fluorescent (7 types)
    Incandescent
    Preset Manual
    Shade
  • Live View Shooting : Yes
  • Live View Lens servo :
    Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time-servo AF (AF-F)
    Manual focus (MF)
  • Live View AF-area mode :
    Face-priority AF
    Wide-area AF
    Normal-area AF
    Subject-tracking AF
  • Live View Autofocus : Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected)
  • Live View Scene Auto Selector :
    Auto mode
    Auto (flash off) mode
  • Movie Metering : TTL exposure metering using main image sensor
  • Movie Maximum recording time : 20 min.
  • Movie File Format : MOV
  • Movie Video Compression : H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
  • Movie Audio recording format : Linear PCM
  • Movie :
    HD 1,920x1,080 / 30 fps
    HD 1,920x1,080 / 25 fps
    HD 1,920x1,080 / 24 fps
    HD 1,280x720 / 60 fps
    HD 1,280x720 / 50 fps
    VGA 640x424 / 30 fps
    VGA 640x424 / 25 fps
  • Movie Audio :
    Built-in microphone, monaural
    Optional external stereo mini-pin jack (3.5mm diameter)
    Microphone sensitivity can be adjusted
  • Monitor Size : 3.0 in. diagonal
  • Monitor Resolution : 921,000 Dots
  • Monitor Type : Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD
  • Monitor Angle of View : 160-degree wide-viewing angle
  • Playback Functions :
    Auto Image Rotation
    Full-Frame and Thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar)
    Highlights
    Histogram Display
    Image Comment
    Movie Playback
    Playback with Zoom
    Slideshow
  • In-Camera Image Editing :
    Color Balance
    Color Outline
    Color Sketch
    D-Lighting
    Distortion Control
    Filter Effects
    Fisheye
    Image Overlay
    Miniature Effect
    Monochrome
    NEF (RAW) Processing
    Perspective Control
    Quick Retouch
    Red-Eye Correction
    Resize
    Selective Color
    Straighten
    Trim
  • Interface :
    Accessory Terminal: Remote Cord: MC-DC2 (available separately); GPS unit: GP-1 (available separately)
    Audio input: Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5-mm diameter)
    HDMI output: Type C mini-pin HDMI connector
    Hi-speed USB
    Video Output: NTSC, PAL
  • Wi-Fi Functionality : Eye-Fi Compatible
  • GPS : GP-1 GPS unit
  • Recent Settings : Yes
  • Supported Languages : Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norweigan, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian
  • Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings : Yes
  • World Time Setting : Yes
  • Battery / Batteries : EN-EL14 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
  • Battery Life (shots per charge) : 540 shots per charge (Battery Life) (CIPA)
  • AC Adapter : EH-5b AC Adapter; requires EP-5A Power Connector (available separately)
  • Battery Charger : MH-24 Quick Charger
  • Tripod Socket : 1/4 in.
  • Approx. Dimensions : 5.0 in. (125mm) x 3.8 in. (96mm) x 3.1 in. (76.5mm)
  • Approx. Weight : 16 oz. (455g) camera body only
  • Operating Environment : 0–40 °C (+32–104 °F)


- Nikon D3200 DSLR Camera Body
- AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens
- EN-EL14 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- MH-24 Quick Charger
- EG-CP14 Audio/Video Cable
- UC-E6 USB Cable
- DK-20 Rubber Eyecup
- AN-DC3 Camera Strap
- DK-5 Eyepiece Cap
- BF-1B Body Cap
- BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover
- NikonView NX CD-ROM


Nikon D3200 DX-format Digital SLR Camera w/18-55mm DX VR Zoom Lens (Black) Reviews


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Nikon D3200 DX-format Digital SLR Camera w/18-55mm DX VR Zoom Lens (Black)
 
4.8

(based on 6 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Fast / accurate auto-focus (6)
  • Good image quality (6)
  • Easy to use (5)
  • Fast shutter speed (5)
  • Image stabilization (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Family photos (6)
    • Landscape/scenery (6)
    • Travel (6)
    • Low light (5)
    • Sports/action (5)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual photographer (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (5)

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    5.0

    A great cam at low price!!!

    By Shaguito

    from Puerto Rico

    About Me Photography Student

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
    • Fast Shutter Speed
    • Good Image Quality
    • Good Image Stabilization
    • High ISO Performance

    Cons

    • Noisy At High ISO

    Best Uses

    • Family Photos
    • Indoors/Low Light
    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Sports/Action
    • Travel
    • Weddings/Events
    • Wildlife photos

    Comments about Nikon D3200 DX-format Digital SLR Camera w/18-55mm DX VR Zoom Lens (Black):

    I buy it thinking on a new cam body for waiting the Nikon D800 but for now I will use it a primary. That a really great item.

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    • No

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    4.0

    Great camera!

    By Kathy

    from Philadelphia

    About Me Casual Photographer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
    • Fast Shutter Speed
    • Good Image Quality
    • Large Clear LCD

    Cons

    • Poor In Low Light

    Best Uses

    • Family Photos
    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Sports/Action
    • Travel
    • Weddings/Events

    Comments about Nikon D3200 DX-format Digital SLR Camera w/18-55mm DX VR Zoom Lens (Black):

    Continuously meets my every need!

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    • No

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    5.0

    An Excellent Product!

    By Samba

    from Trinidad

    About Me Casual Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
    • Fast Shutter Speed
    • Good Image Quality
    • Good Image Stabilization
    • Large Clear LCD

    Cons

    • Noisy At High ISO

    Best Uses

    • Family Photos
    • Indoors/Low Light
    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Sports/Action
    • Travel
    • Video
    • Wildlife photos

    Comments about Nikon D3200 DX-format Digital SLR Camera w/18-55mm DX VR Zoom Lens (Black):

    The product is light weight so easy to carry around and very user friendly!

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    • Yes

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    5.0

    I cant say enough regarding this camera!

    By Boxer110

    from Aventura, Fl.

    About Me Casual Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
    • Fast Shutter Speed
    • Good Image Quality
    • Good Image Stabilization
    • High ISO Performance
    • Large Clear LCD
    • Quiet

    Cons

    • None

    Best Uses

    • Family Photos
    • Indoors/Low Light
    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Sports/Action
    • Travel
    • Video
    • Wildlife photos

    Comments about Nikon D3200 DX-format Digital SLR Camera w/18-55mm DX VR Zoom Lens (Black):

    I am new to the DSLR world, this camera is my first step in my new hobby. As an entry level DSLR its everything I had hoped for and more!! This camera will serve my needs for several years.

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    5.0

    One Awesome Camera

    By Don

    from Southern Oregon

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
    • Good Image Quality

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Family Photos
      • Indoors/Low Light
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Travel
      • Video
      • Weddings/Events

      Comments about Nikon D3200 DX-format Digital SLR Camera w/18-55mm DX VR Zoom Lens (Black):

      If you are new to DSLR cameras, and are considering
      One, you need to give this serious consideration.
      The slightly improved Guide Mode makes taking quality
      Pictures extremely easy. The 24 mp resolution has a lot
      Of potential, but you will only really appreciate it with high
      Quality lenses. If you are on a budget, you can stick with
      The included kit lens, but your first purchase should be
      The 50 mm F 1.8 prime. You'll get even better pictures
      With the higher end glass, but to start with, you'll be amazed
      At the pictures you can get with this lens on this camera.

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      5.0

      New Nikon is out with 24 Mega pixels.

      By Jan

      from Edmonton. AB. Canada.

      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
      • Fast Shutter Speed
      • Good Image Quality
      • Good Image Stabilization
      • High ISO Performance
      • Large Clear LCD

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Family Photos
        • Indoors/Low Light
        • Landscape/Scenery
        • Sports/Action
        • Travel
        • Video
        • Weddings/Events
        • Wildlife photos

        Comments about Nikon D3200 DX-format Digital SLR Camera w/18-55mm DX VR Zoom Lens (Black):

        Precission product is in favour of a good number of Nikon products. I am pleased to own one of these cameras D 3100. As long as I can remember Nikon has always been at the forefront in making quality products. I find this camera easy to handel. And it has great lenses for the amateur and professional fotographer. Nikon keep on going this way. Many are looking up to your products. John

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