In 2012 my younger brother tried to buy this camera using my Amazon account. He never got it because some shenanigans with the seller and the shipping address. After that, I took interest in cameras because of all that experience and after I realizing it was possible to buy one. Many years later I managed to buy an A6000 and absolutely loved it. The last conversation we had over dinner, just two days before he passed away (almost four weeks ago) he told me how much he enjoyed using my camera on a recent trip with his wife. That he really wanted to buy a camera of his own. He was really praising the quality of the pictures, the shadows, how light it was. Found this video because I was looking my purchasing history for light bulbs and the D3100 just popped up. Had to look on UA-cam. Watching your video, I imagined buying this camera for him, as if he was still here with me. Then saw the upload date, the same of his birthday. I really don’t believe in signs or supernatural stuff but, I’m buying this camera. Your enthusiasm for it made me realize how he inspired me to get one in the first place and then how I inspired him back. This video just transformed something trivial into another beautiful memory of him. Thanks!
This video is incredible! Thank you for being realistic about beginner budgets. Sick of these £400 'budget' cameras where people recommend £600 lenses on top. Appreciate it so much, didn't even know it was possible to get a decent camera at this rate! And that lens interchangeability is going to be so damn fun!
Got one when it first came out and it's never had one problem. Used it from the US to Asia . Takes good photos to this day. Unless you are willing to spend $3000 plus this camera will do just about anything most people will need imo.
One thing you have to mention is, that this camera does not have a focus motor. So, if you mount an older lens without an internal focus motor, you have to focus manually.
I purchase my d3100 about a decade ago & sold everything even my full frame cameras 6-7 years ag. Last month i managed to recover my d3100 & its awesome 👌one of best small 📷.
Great review. I have mine since 2011 and it's still going strong. Just one one thing. Yes, the autofocus is terrible for video only, not shooting. For photos the autofocus is spot on. At least with my 18-55mm lens that is. I hope it lasts another 10 years even though I've upgraded to a fuji xt-30.
@@elsahaxhija7257 If you mean a kit lens like a 18-55 or a 55-200, there should be a switch on it with "A" and "M". Setting it to "A" enables the autofocus.
Great video, ty for the review bc seriously I’ve had this camera sitting in my closet, I bought it brand new & nvr really learned how to use it & now that I have time I’m definitely going to be watching more of your videos
2:43 THAT point NEEDS to be said over and over! Once you've decided on a "system" (Nikon,Canon,Pentax,Sony...whatever). Spend your dough on the LENSES. "bodies" will come and go, (trust me!,LOL) the "glass" is the biggest "investment" in gear you'll make in photography. You're gonna use that glass on different bodies over the years!
Very very very good job dude. I still have D3100 and I don't have enough money to buy new camera because of my country's economical problems. I'm going to watch your other video about D3100. Keep doing it, with that production, information and effort you will get what you need to earn. Thanks, peace!
I have one since 2012, the images are really great with good light conditions, but it sucks when you have just a little less light than the usual. The video function is just unusable too, unfortunately. As I say to myself: Nikon is for photo, Canon is for video.
Great video but I don't get cameras at all,nikon and canon have so many models, how does anyone pick one that's best for their needs? Also you mentioned lens is more important than body, so why not just get the cheapest body and get a fancy lens? I'm confused
This video literally covers that, he gives you models to get your feet wet and most importantly, get started. Now days researching is very simple, but more importantly actually going out there and shooting. Got your hands on a potato? Sweet go and shoot, thats how you learn
I has two digital cameras with about 14mp sensors when I was still shooting pro film, & digital was just starting. They both made very good jpg images for the web, and good prints up to 8.5x11".
I have a red and black one and finally got a monitor so now it’s time to put in some fun with it, preciate the recent video, I wanted to see if anybody was still using it
I do also have this cam with the 55mm stock lens for $210 all in with the bag, strap, batt and charger, with protection thing for the screen.. I'm still learning or trying to experiment the best options for taking photos hope that you can make videos or tutorials about it. Just subscribed by the way 😀😀
Thank you very much Sir. I bought d3100 in 2007. I just got to know the beauty of it through your all tutorial. Further the youngnuo 50mm f/8 lens right for Nikon Z5 Sir? i have a nikon z5 recently purchased so for I need your suggestion Sir.
i got a camera body with 2 batteries and a case at pawnshop sale for $20 out the door... I'll definitely look at that lens to make it functional and I'll see where i go from there... thanks for this video... God bless.
@@jamesslick4790 I'm thinking someone pawned it to them for $20 or a little more... it stayed on their shelves for more than a year and never got sold... they had to let go of inventory to recoup some amount... plus the guys at the pawnshop know me so even if they knew i wasn't buying a camera that day, they just tried to see if i would be interested... i picked it up to help them make a sale and get rid of dust magnets.
I have a D5100 with the Nikon AF 50mm 1.8 and use it for video only with manual focus. I'm highly considering to get 2 more D3100 for additinal video angles with my other Nikkor lenses since most of my client content are only 1080p.
dude you have helped me a lot my dad has this exact same camera which he got it on some company benefit card ,i am going to college and will also start some video making and i was thinking to use my one plus nord ce for recording but now ill use this camera itself thanks for the video!
You should try Pentax! Same as Nikon. All vintage lenses with the PK mount fits the newest Pentax cameras. Also, most of them are rugged. Lastly, even the 10MP K10D has IBIS. THey had it since 2007!! Super handy!
I bought one of these couple of years ago with the 18-55 mm lens and had it converted for infrared photography and I love it. My hunny just got the D3500 and wants a second camera so he won't have to switch lenses so much. I will have to tell him about the 3100.
Hey I have the d3100 for many years now. I have the kit lens, 50mm 1.8, 55-200mm 4.5 and a Sigma 17-50mm 2.8. There isn't anything wrong with the camera but I'm concerned about the end of the Nikon DSLRs era. That's why I was thinking about getting a d7500 and still get good use of the glass I have. With that said is there any point on upgrading? Thank you.
dude perfect. the first thing i thought when i got this camera as a hand me down was i need to get a 50 mm. ive been out of digital photography for years using nikon v1 last time. but went into shooting film. but ive been meaning to get back into shooting and my cousin gave me his old one. that is a cheap lens1 *actually it went up to 100 usd lol but anyway still pretty decent. gna keep looking around since its 2022 now. and i might lean towards some old manual focus lenses.
I'm getting one today for 160 for the full kit and it has a shutter count of 1569. He also said I can check the shutter count again when I get there so I'm assuming he isn't lieing...it also appears to be in excellent condition. Should I do it?
Could you put a link to access the photos without editing in the cloud so that we can see the real quality of the images. There is no way to analyze photo in video.
My brother gave it to me when he didnt use it and i can use for vlogging, my camera rn is the sony rx100 mark 3 and Im looking if i can use the nikon for vlogging too
I wanted the d3100 since it was released in 2010. Finaly got the money for a refurbished one after three years, now it's 2021 and hoping to finaly get full frame.
@@dekugh64 It's a good camera. The high ISO is crap, but still better than film was, resolution is good enough for most things. I'm taking it on a 44k frame drive lapse starting tomorrow. Probably worth about $80 today, great body for getting into it, but you could probably spend a little more on a newer or higher end body without breaking the bank.
I really intersted about this camera💝💝 u are doing a nice job 😍 keep going Keep making videos👌 and don't give up because of the lack of interaction😊😊. One day it will become the biggest channel I promise👊👊👊💓💓
We have this. My mother bought it for us but I have no effin idea how to properly use, care it, I MEAN EVERYTHING. Also I am not an experienced and professional photo taker. We had this years before. I mean very long time so we already used it quite a few? Maybe. So I really need help since we do travels sometimes. Now, I am ready to make the most of it. It is well conditioned and stored as of today.
Go for the D3300 and then use the hacked firmware over at nikon hacker to get unlimited Live View that doesnt timeout at the default 30mins the D3100 just isnt upto it and liveview will timeout at 17 to 30 mins. I say this as the D3300 is what i have and currently use for livestreaming 2-3hrs at a time. 1080p60 is nice to have too
I have had this camera since 2011 and it's been a while since I use it until now. I try to take off the battery to charge it but it's not working. It's stuck and I push it but nothing happened. Do you have any idea how to take it out?
@@FoxTailWhipz Thank you!Im very new in photography.I started to want all your videos!I have a question.I’m using a Nikon 3100.Is there anyway I can transfer my pictures from my Nikon to iPhone XR using a juts a cable?Not putting the pictures in the laptop.
I Bought one only a few days ago and i love it ii payd about 70 dollar that include thee lens to to in swedsih 600 kr.. like Nikon more than the others ok i have not try the others like so but its an easy camera easy menu and setupp and for a beginner its very nice....one day when i learn the camera some more i will buy another optik and a Macro optik....Then later i will buy a newer Nokin...:)
In 2012 my younger brother tried to buy this camera using my Amazon account. He never got it because some shenanigans with the seller and the shipping address. After that, I took interest in cameras because of all that experience and after I realizing it was possible to buy one. Many years later I managed to buy an A6000 and absolutely loved it.
The last conversation we had over dinner, just two days before he passed away (almost four weeks ago) he told me how much he enjoyed using my camera on a recent trip with his wife. That he really wanted to buy a camera of his own. He was really praising the quality of the pictures, the shadows, how light it was.
Found this video because I was looking my purchasing history for light bulbs and the D3100 just popped up. Had to look on UA-cam. Watching your video, I imagined buying this camera for him, as if he was still here with me. Then saw the upload date, the same of his birthday. I really don’t believe in signs or supernatural stuff but, I’m buying this camera. Your enthusiasm for it made me realize how he inspired me to get one in the first place and then how I inspired him back. This video just transformed something trivial into another beautiful memory of him.
Thanks!
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Two weeks ago I watched your video about Movie setting for this camera and I decided to buy it. And now you're doing this video 😂 Thanks!
😂😂😂😂😂😂
This video is incredible! Thank you for being realistic about beginner budgets. Sick of these £400 'budget' cameras where people recommend £600 lenses on top. Appreciate it so much, didn't even know it was possible to get a decent camera at this rate! And that lens interchangeability is going to be so damn fun!
that intro opening is really smooth and nice, the transition is so slick and doesn't feel jarring. love it
I appreciate the support! 😁
Got one when it first came out and it's never had one problem. Used it from the US to Asia . Takes good photos to this day. Unless you are willing to spend $3000 plus this camera will do just about anything most people will need imo.
One thing you have to mention is, that this camera does not have a focus motor. So, if you mount an older lens without an internal focus motor, you have to focus manually.
I purchase my d3100 about a decade ago & sold everything even my full frame cameras 6-7 years ag. Last month i managed to recover my d3100 & its awesome 👌one of best small 📷.
Great review. I have mine since 2011 and it's still going strong.
Just one one thing. Yes, the autofocus is terrible for video only, not shooting. For photos the autofocus is spot on. At least with my 18-55mm lens that is. I hope it lasts another 10 years even though I've upgraded to a fuji xt-30.
can you tell me how to turn on autofocus cuz i am beginner and I don’t know how to use it, I want it for shooting not for filming, thanks
@@elsahaxhija7257 If you mean a kit lens like a 18-55 or a 55-200, there should be a switch on it with "A" and "M". Setting it to "A" enables the autofocus.
Great video, ty for the review bc seriously I’ve had this camera sitting in my closet, I bought it brand new & nvr really learned how to use it & now that I have time I’m definitely going to be watching more of your videos
My first DSLR! Got if for my 15th birthday
2:43 THAT point NEEDS to be said over and over! Once you've decided on a "system" (Nikon,Canon,Pentax,Sony...whatever). Spend your dough on the LENSES. "bodies" will come and go, (trust me!,LOL) the "glass" is the biggest "investment" in gear you'll make in photography. You're gonna use that glass on different bodies over the years!
I’ve been finding it hard to decide which camera to get but I’m convinced to get this
I love how you left the raw footage in of the autofocus
Thank you you inspired me to pick up my mother d3100 its been sitting in the closet for almost 8years now
Very very very good job dude. I still have D3100 and I don't have enough money to buy new camera because of my country's economical problems. I'm going to watch your other video about D3100. Keep doing it, with that production, information and effort you will get what you need to earn. Thanks, peace!
Can relate.
I have one since 2012, the images are really great with good light conditions, but it sucks when you have just a little less light than the usual. The video function is just unusable too, unfortunately. As I say to myself: Nikon is for photo, Canon is for video.
been using this since 2012. still kickin
Great video but I don't get cameras at all,nikon and canon have so many models, how does anyone pick one that's best for their needs? Also you mentioned lens is more important than body, so why not just get the cheapest body and get a fancy lens? I'm confused
Only really nice camera bodies will bring out the best in nice lenses. But any lens will work on a decent camera like this, just maybe not the best
This video literally covers that, he gives you models to get your feet wet and most importantly, get started. Now days researching is very simple, but more importantly actually going out there and shooting. Got your hands on a potato? Sweet go and shoot, thats how you learn
I have the D3100,the 50mm-1.8 prime lens.They both perform well.
I has two digital cameras with about 14mp sensors when I was still shooting pro film, & digital was just starting. They both made very good jpg images for the web, and good prints up to 8.5x11".
I have a red and black one and finally got a monitor so now it’s time to put in some fun with it, preciate the recent video, I wanted to see if anybody was still using it
Bought one today as my first DSLR. So far so great
I do also have this cam with the 55mm stock lens for $210 all in with the bag, strap, batt and charger, with protection thing for the screen.. I'm still learning or trying to experiment the best options for taking photos hope that you can make videos or tutorials about it.
Just subscribed by the way 😀😀
I got this camera 2011 for my birthday. I still use it :)
Love the tripod, what kind is it? Thanks for the video!
Thank you very much Sir. I bought d3100 in 2007. I just got to know the beauty of it through your all tutorial. Further the youngnuo 50mm f/8 lens right for Nikon Z5 Sir? i have a nikon z5 recently purchased so for I need your suggestion Sir.
You would need an adapter to use the Yongnuo lens with a Z5 (Nikon F to Nikon Z adapter)
I have my D3100 camara since many years ago, and it works perfect. I am considering to but the 50 mm one!!
Hi! Please, could you make a video about how to connect my D3100 with other electronic devices, f.e Cell phone with Android? Thank you 🙏
i got a camera body with 2 batteries and a case at pawnshop sale for $20 out the door... I'll definitely look at that lens to make it functional and I'll see where i go from there... thanks for this video... God bless.
Holy Hell, What idiot was running THAT place? (I need to shop there!) I see higher prices on 5 year old W**l M**t P&S cameras at THRIFT stores, LOL.
@@jamesslick4790 I'm thinking someone pawned it to them for $20 or a little more... it stayed on their shelves for more than a year and never got sold... they had to let go of inventory to recoup some amount... plus the guys at the pawnshop know me so even if they knew i wasn't buying a camera that day, they just tried to see if i would be interested... i picked it up to help them make a sale and get rid of dust magnets.
I have this camera with 20-50 lens and a wide angle lens. It takes good pictures still.
i have a collection of nikon dslrs this is one of my faves
What was the tripod that was on the table I’ve been looking for one of those?
What was yours?
Where can I it/one from?
I have a D5100 with the Nikon AF 50mm 1.8 and use it for video only with manual focus. I'm highly considering to get 2 more D3100 for additinal video angles with my other Nikkor lenses since most of my client content are only 1080p.
where did you get your tripod? I would like to purchase one
dude you have helped me a lot my dad has this exact same camera which he got it on some company benefit card ,i am going to college and will also start some video making and i was thinking to use my one plus nord ce for recording but now ill use this camera itself thanks for the video!
You should try Pentax! Same as Nikon. All vintage lenses with the PK mount fits the newest Pentax cameras. Also, most of them are rugged. Lastly, even the 10MP K10D has IBIS. THey had it since 2007!! Super handy!
I'll have to check it out!
FoxTailWhipz one last thing! Because of the flange distance, you can also adapt M42 lens with Pentax 💪. Love your channel?
My first dslr bought 10yrs ago. Still working.
Saw this video and bought one, thanks for helping out! :)
You are going to love it!
FoxTailWhipz it is a little beat up, to be expected from a 9 year old camera but works perfectly fine, loving it so far! :)
I bought one of these couple of years ago with the 18-55 mm lens and had it converted for infrared photography and I love it. My hunny just got the D3500 and wants a second camera so he won't have to switch lenses so much. I will have to tell him about the 3100.
I need to do the same. Who did you get to lift the ir filter? I’m doing astrophotography. So I need that deep red light range
I was going to go with a d3100 but I just went with a canon T6. Sadly both lack active auto focus which is the bummer
Is it good for filming? How much memory does it have? Can you transfer the footage of the video onto another device to edit?
I'm getting a d3100 with a 18-135mm lens for $150, should I buy it?
Yes that’s a good deal!
Thank you for the sharing,I would like to ask how I can contact the WiFi on the cam ? should I use WiFi memory ?
Hey I have the d3100 for many years now. I have the kit lens, 50mm 1.8, 55-200mm 4.5 and a Sigma 17-50mm 2.8. There isn't anything wrong with the camera but I'm concerned about the end of the Nikon DSLRs era. That's why I was thinking about getting a d7500 and still get good use of the glass I have. With that said is there any point on upgrading? Thank you.
cool review i subscribed i watched also your orther video review best photo settings
I have two lenses for my D3100 and can’t figure out how to use either of them. I also have no clue how to do closeups like you did.
To be honest I want to choose one camera from those you mentioned...but which one does have better image quality for youtube videos?
dude perfect. the first thing i thought when i got this camera as a hand me down was i need to get a 50 mm. ive been out of digital photography for years using nikon v1 last time. but went into shooting film. but ive been meaning to get back into shooting and my cousin gave me his old one. that is a cheap lens1 *actually it went up to 100 usd lol but anyway still pretty decent. gna keep looking around since its 2022 now. and i might lean towards some old manual focus lenses.
I have one and it's in mint condition.
I have this dslr for about 11 years already & rarely used it . So here i am to check out if it worth it for me to keep it or sold it.
I'm getting one today for 160 for the full kit and it has a shutter count of 1569. He also said I can check the shutter count again when I get there so I'm assuming he isn't lieing...it also appears to be in excellent condition. Should I do it?
Can i use for live stream from D3100.
If yes,Please tell me connection setting and tell me needed cables. Everything about live streaming. 👍
What’s the brand of your tripod?I want those. Thank you.
The mini tripod?
Will this be good for product photography
Thanks for what you do.
Could you put a link to access the photos without editing in the cloud so that we can see the real quality of the images. There is no way to analyze photo in video.
Can the d3100 be used for vlogging?
Is Nikon d3100 better than Sony Alpha a55?
Hello there, I am a bit late i think but can i use this camera Nikon d3100 as a webcam through mini hdmi to hdmi to a video capture card?
My brother gave it to me when he didnt use it and i can use for vlogging, my camera rn is the sony rx100 mark 3 and Im looking if i can use the nikon for vlogging too
I wanted the d3100 since it was released in 2010. Finaly got the money for a refurbished one after three years, now it's 2021 and hoping to finaly get full frame.
How is it?
@@dekugh64 It's a good camera. The high ISO is crap, but still better than film was, resolution is good enough for most things. I'm taking it on a 44k frame drive lapse starting tomorrow. Probably worth about $80 today, great body for getting into it, but you could probably spend a little more on a newer or higher end body without breaking the bank.
I really intersted about this camera💝💝 u are doing a nice job 😍 keep going
Keep making videos👌 and don't give up because of the lack of interaction😊😊. One day it will become the biggest channel I promise👊👊👊💓💓
what is the best lense for filmmaking for this camera?
Please do a video sample of that set-up 💗
The Lens you recommended for this camera isn’t available anymore is there another one you recommend?
18-200mm Lens B018N F / 3.5-6.3 Di II VC
Very thorough. Thanks
what would you choose from a canon eos dslr 2000d and nikon d3100 cuz i can t really choose
please respond
The Canon 2000d will be much newer and be better all around :)
Ok,thx for help :D
Is it worth it to get the screen fix because it has a vignette on the display
Very Informative right on point. great stuff
This still good for video? i'm confuse, please help
Just had one handed down from an in law that's been used like twice.
Can't wait to try it out!
Is this camera good in low light and for night time photography? I'm considering buying a secondhand one 🙂
Yup you just need to change the kitlens with that yongnuo 50mm f1.8.
Old comment, but no. Add more light or get a different camera. I've owned one since new and low light is where they really struggle
We have this. My mother bought it for us but I have no effin idea how to properly use, care it, I MEAN EVERYTHING. Also I am not an experienced and professional photo taker. We had this years before. I mean very long time so we already used it quite a few? Maybe. So I really need help since we do travels sometimes. Now, I am ready to make the most of it. It is well conditioned and stored as of today.
Please tell me where can I buy Nikon D3100 now.
KEH camera or eBay are great places to!
@@FoxTailWhipz thank you mate!
What’s the best lens for this camera?
I have this camera and am dusting it off after years of not using it. My lens is *huge*. What is a good basic lens would be more compact?
I made a video recently about the Yongnuo 50mm 1.8 lens. It’s a small and light portrait lens that may work well for you!
Thanks so much!
@@FoxTailWhipz is it an Auto-Focus lense?
@@cosmicatom6235 Yes it is
@@FoxTailWhipz Great! Thanks
Thank you for teaching us about D1300 I wish to buy it . I wish to make videos on the vulnerables life. Can someone help me to buy that camera?
Just purchased the d3100. First DSLR, can you suggest how I can record longer than 10 minutes? I’d appreciate it, thanks 😊
Do you still use it ?
thanks for the honest review! it helped a lot!
I'm thinking of buying one of these for $50 and then getting a capture card to use it for video streaming. I know nothing of cameras.
Go for the D3300 and then use the hacked firmware over at nikon hacker to get unlimited Live View that doesnt timeout at the default 30mins
the D3100 just isnt upto it and liveview will timeout at 17 to 30 mins.
I say this as the D3300 is what i have and currently use for livestreaming 2-3hrs at a time. 1080p60 is nice to have too
Yo bro on that website you said when it says just body does it mean still working just no lenses ?
is it gud for videography?
I would recommend looking elsewhere for video. It is useable but for the price there are better options.
I have this camera for years 😀👍
Thanks for the info bro...
Can this camera video record?
I have had this camera since 2011 and it's been a while since I use it until now. I try to take off the battery to charge it but it's not working. It's stuck and I push it but nothing happened. Do you have any idea how to take it out?
I ordered my first camera today nikon d3100 18-55mm lens its enough for 12 year old kid
If I will sell my nikkon d3100 now how much would I price for it?
Can this camera add an external mic? like booyah Mic.
Sadly it doesn’t have a mic input so you can’t use an external mic
@@FoxTailWhipz Does that mean there's no video option?
Hi,
Just want to know where can you buy the stand that you used for the camera?
I have it linked in the description :) it's the iFootage mini tripod
@@FoxTailWhipz Thank you!Im very new in photography.I started to want all your videos!I have a question.I’m using a Nikon 3100.Is there anyway I can transfer my pictures from my Nikon to iPhone XR using a juts a cable?Not putting the pictures in the laptop.
Where can I buy bro
pls do more video like thiss
i love to watch your vid =))
What do you use to edit your photos?
I use Adobe Lightroom for photo editing
Keep grinding bro!
🤙🤙
Thank you I just bought one some weeks ago
Is it worth for now..??
It is to me. I'm not much of a camera operator so, I'm learning things along the journey
@@officiallistengreatmuzik for how much $?
@@MuhammadHasnain-cq4pn $200 at the pawn shop
@@officiallistengreatmuzik US $?
I Bought one only a few days ago and i love it ii payd about 70 dollar that include thee lens to to in swedsih 600 kr.. like Nikon more than the others ok i have not try the others like so but its an easy camera easy menu and setupp and for a beginner its very nice....one day when i learn the camera some more i will buy another optik and a Macro optik....Then later i will buy a newer Nokin...:)
Hi, i have this camera. can i put a microphone? for bether sound record when i make a video?
Is the music really played from a record player? Or is it just a fake effect? If yes... thumbs up for that :-)
do the nikon D3100 have flip screen ? ?
please reply ! :D
No
You are awesome brother 🙌🏼
And how is video on it?