Are you an on-and-ff photography enthusiast? Well, the new Nikon D5000 DSLR might convince you to take your hobby on a full-time basis. It is a great-looking camera, made even more attractive by its high-definition camcorder. Although it only records with 720p, it is complemented with Nikon’s D-Movie function, and extensive in-camera editing features to make enhance images taken. Actually, these features aren’t new. They are also present in previous Nikon models like the D90.

So, what new can you expect from the new Nikon D5000 DSLR? It comes with new SF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24MM F/3.5-4 5G Ed lens, NIKKOR DX-format ultra-wide-angle zoom lens that comes with focal range starting at 15mm. These new feature are great for capturing landscapes and architectures.

The Nikon D5000 DSLR can shoot images with superb details with its 12.3-megapixel DX format image sensor and high ISO. The 2.7-in vari-angle LCD monitor allows image review at any angle. Other features include Multi-CAM100 11-point AF system, Active D-Lighting, 19preset scene modes, 6 mode settings.

Getting this cam will cost you $1,072.69 for the body. If you want to have the 15-55 VR kit lens, you’ll have to shell out $1,072.69.