Product ReviewsNikon D100 6.1 MP Digital SLR Camera - Black (Body Only)

Seriously great colors

This camera, while quite dated, produces really beautiful colors. I started looking into one for astrophotography because it filters less IR and UV light, but unfortunately the sensor gets *extremely* noisy past 10 second exposure times. Taking photos outside on a nice clear day, though, is where it shines. If you're looking to take up photography as a hobby on the cheap (I got mine for $20 plus another 20 for a new battery and memory card) this is absolutely the camera to do it. The resolution is low by today's standard and it's now almost 15 years old, but with today's photo sharing social media image compression and resizing it can keep up well enough for hobbyists. Gorgeous pictures.Read full review...

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Cheap workhorse that's fun to shoot with and sure to improve your skills!

The Nikon D100 is an overlooked camera.

Sure, it lacks in features that the D200, 300 and 90 have, it cycles slowly, it only has 6 MP, etc. Oh and as stated by other reviews, the screen on the back is inaccurate and the image is always slightly over or underexposed than it really is.

However, once you figure out how to use it, it's a solid workhorse that's great to shoot with. It takes a bit more know-how than cameras like the D40, D50 and the D70, but then again practicing and relying less on auto functions make you a much better photographer.

Tips:

- I shoot a lot of low-light/evening photography and do not go over ISO 800, which might be a drawback for some folks (and is for me, but that just means I need a tripod or need to think about my images more)

- Bracketing is a good idea if you're concerned about the inaccurate screen - just turn on the bracketing function and set the shutter to continuously fire 3 or 4 shots

- The feel/weight of the camera is great - much like nicer pro slrs

- Find a lens with as much aperture as possible (can get pricey, but the Nikkor 50mm 1.8 AF is cheap and suits it very well)

- I shoot in JPEG and am content with how the images come out on "fine"

- Don't get bent out of shape with MP, 6 is fine if the rest of the exposure/subject matter/focus equation is balanced correctly.

Have fun with it! It's so cheap nowadays, just get out there and learn how to be a better photographer! If it gets damaged or stolen it's cheap to replace!Read full review...

A great value for a truly professional camera

Ok,so, first of all, I am not a professional photographer, barely an amateur ... My experience with Nikon camera is limited only to a Nikon D50 that I got from a friend.
I am amazed at all the features this camera has. It is also very rugged and feels great in my hands, buy maybe a little bulky if I were to take it with me on a trip somewhere. For every day picture needs (Facebook mostly), my iPhone does a great job. I got this camera to use in my little studio setup to take artistic pictures for my web site. Compared with my Sony NEX VG10 and my iPhone, this camera has something different. The colors are warmer, more artistic, even if the pixel count is way lower.
In my limited experience, a Nikon camera will give you better pictures than any other consumer camera (I never tried Canon, so I can't compare it with their cameras).
One thing you must consider are the lenses, and I think you should have at least 2, one for closer pictures and one with zoom.
I had few lenses left from the Nikon D50 that I used to own, so for me that was no problem.
For web photography, the pixel count is not a huge issues as I want pages to load fast so I had to size down the other pictures anyways, but the depth of filed and color quality of this camera really makes a difference for what I need to accomplish.Read full review...

Nikon D100.

Bad: Other than the slow wake up when I turn the camera on, It does everything I wanted it to do as a backup camera for when I didn't need my D800.

Good: Picture quality is superb. I know the camera is 12 years old and there are many nice smaller cameras but it has all the same features and functions of my other cameras although the image quality is slightly less. At 6 mb per pic I still get all the data I need for making large prints.

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Great product, but not for beginners!!!

The D100 is a fantastic camera that holds it's own against modern cameras with regards to image quality.

I purchased this camera as a second camera to compliment images taken with my Nikon D200.

There are a few problems with the D100 that make correct exposure difficult to obtain. The image screen displays images that look overexposed though the image is actually is underexposed. The histogram will sometimes show a flat line indicating little or no detail. As a wedding photographer is find it best to use the flashing overexposure warning and find I can achieve best exposures is a small amount of the Bride's dress is flashing overexposed. I shoot in RAW so I can bring back a little bit of lost detail.

Once it is understood how to achieve correct exposure images stand up well against the D200, and once images have been re-sized you cannot tell the difference in quality. Don't mistake it the D100 shoots superb quality images, once you learn how to use it.

The D100 has no sink port unless you combine it with the vertical grip.

The camera works well in aperture priority, and TTL mode works well also.

The D100 has nowhere near the number of features as the D200. It will take an AI lens, but you can only shoot on full manual mode. I use manual focus AI lenses that will work great on the D200 in aperture priority, so I use the D200 to meter exposures then copy settings into the D100.

Both the D100 and the D200 are fantastic cameras but neither one has low noise quality at high ISO as with cameras like the D300. To get great results you need to be a better photographer. If you are a beginner you probably should avoid using a D100 as it is unlikely you will get image quality you are happy with. If you can shoot well with the D100 you can say you are a good photographer.Read full review...

Nikon D100 camera

great vintage early DSLR digital camera with large early CCD sensor. will give slightly better outdoor pictures than a new camera with smaller CMOS sensor. try to find one with low shutter count (i.e. "low miles"). as they get older will develop "hot pixels" i.e. small red, green, blue dots in photos when there is low light. these are heavy and bulky but will last a lifetime. a neck strap is a must. file/pic download time is longer due to older software in camera and file sizes. considering these were $2,000 new they are a great bargain now at $100-$150 on Ebay, just make sure you get the charger, battery, memory card, cord, lens with it for that price. otherwise you'll be spending about $100 more for that stuff. the CCD sensor does tend to get "worn" over time and lose some acuity. but all in all if you can get one of these for $100 complete you have a decent camera to tinker around with. the settings on it are great once you learn them. lots of potential if you use a tripod or have a real steady camera hand. rock solid construction with a heavy metal case. battery lasts a long time. a great vacation or nature walk camera, but you have to take your time with it. it's not a "point and shoot", but it takes good pics in default settings.Read full review...

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Going for 5% of its original price, this is a camera that makes you better.

An oldie that still has lots of appeal, the D100 is a great camera to own. You can pick up a working body w/basic accessories for somewhere in the $50 dollar range; and it's value exceeds the low price. Construction is solid and feels great in the hands. If not included, the user manual is still available for download from Nikon's website and is the best tool to mastering it. You will want to know which knobs to turn!

It works well with a great range of Nikkor lenses; and D and G are autofocus, because of the built-in AF motor. It takes excellent photos and there is no issue with quality. You will spend some time getting accustomed to the on-camera controls; and once done, you feel like shredding amateur status. The manual addresses any user-induced error messages (not setting lens to max. aperture).

My one concern is Kelvin temperature, which seems to run cool - nearly every photo I've taken required a bit of tweaking. Luckily this was pretty much the only adjustment necessary and the finished products were quite impressive. That aside, once you're an informed user, you won't experience many issues with its use or quality output.

For $99 bucks, my kit included the six megapixel D100, a MB-D100 battery grip, MH-18 charger, all original cables plus two batteries (one Nikon, one Lenmar). The grip adds extra functionality along with twin battery capability. For me, it's just not as useful, so it'll be kept tucked away. Your regular Nikon strap might not prove as useful either, given the camera's weight and kit straps' overall practicality. I grabbed a Joby Ultrafit and it lays perfectly across my chest and keeps the camera and attached lens tucked just behind my back.

The camera was able to accept all CF cards in my collection, and 8gb and larger cards were not a problem. While you don't get the Raw + JPEG option, the D100 shoots in Raw, compressed Raw, TIFF and JPEG (small, med, large) and resolution options of fine, normal and basic. This should satisfy most. Lastly, this is not the choice for a videographer, since this is a photos-only model.

This is an adult camera. A few ads have mentioned giving it to a kid. Just the weight and size alone should deter you from that; and this camera seems to beg for good sized hands - it's not cute and light. Also, controls are not that straight forward and even if they were, the 1.8" LCD would limit your viewing of onscreen displays. There are no graphic niceties to show adjustments - just numbers.

I've owned many Canons, including a G5, XT and 400D; and this is my first Nikon. The D100 has been great to use and has upped my skill level. The price is perfect and its a wonderful intro to Nikon. Start here with a few basic lenses and you can upgrade to a D200 or D300 when prices drop (more).Read full review...

Nikon D100 digital camera

I bought a Nikon D100 digital camera for my teenage daughter. My friend, who teaches photography at our local college, recommended a Nikon due to their ease of upgrading. There are numerous lenses that can be purchased to fit these cameras. I purchased a basic Nikon NIKKOR 35-70mm zoom lens to start with. My daughter wanted to have zoom choices and after doing a bit of research, this seemed like a good lens for a beginner. Because teenagers can jump from one interest to another rather quickly, I purchased through Ebay rather than spending 3x the amount on new items that may collect dust (or be back on Ebay) if my teenager loses interest. If she continues to enjoy photography, this camera has plenty of features and accessories to accommodate her growing needs. So far, this camera has proved to be durable and takes excellent pictures.Read full review...

Nikon D100 review by an amateur collector

I have been collecting digital cameras, and recently I stumbled upon Nikon D-series cameras. I started out with D50, which is an entry level made in Thailand camera. It works so well, that I began to look up D-series, mostly D1, D1H and D1X. And meanwhile I placed a bid on D100 on eBay. I could not be happier with it. Comparing to D1 series, it is a lot lighter, but with the manual grib, I can now take unlimited pictures, and quality is very superb, with the older Nikkor camera AF lens, I can still use all mine, and worked well with all of them.
D100 is a professional grade camera, and I recommended highly to any amateurs out there. If you do not want to play with the F/s and WB (white balance), and ISO's, then just use D50. But if you like a bit more fun, D100 is better and at east to use than D1 series. But I tell you, there is nothing like a D1X/D1H when shooting in sequence.
Over all, D100 is a fair buy for the money and it is made in Japan. The quality is truly a Nikon legend.Read full review...

Good enough for the price

D100, unlike some of the cheaper and newer cameras takes the old Auto-focus lenses. The 24mm 2.8D, 50mm 1.4, and the 80-200mm and a D100, I gave to my sisters 7 year old daughter that is very computer literate. At 6.1 megapix, 200 ISO, and set to fine, it is capable of making poster size prints. It does not take the Manual Focus lenses Ai, Ai-s, or modified non-Ai where as the top Nikon D200, and full frame D700 will. If you have the money I advise a D200, I use my D100 only as a backup or in places I might lose a camera. The D200 & D700 take the Manual 50mm 1.2, 105mm 1.8 and the modified non-Ai 55mm 3.5 macro that are my 3 favorite lenses. The D100, if you are an advanced shooter, works well with a ttl flash cord that allows you to flash down and to the side and off of colorful objects to give natural color casts to the photos but does not have the small flash connection on the side to set off two flashes at once. The D100 also does not zoom in as much on the back screen to check focus if you're planning to do poster size shots. At $200 the D100 with a $100 24mm 2.8D lens is an outstanding camera.Read full review...