Nikon D3100
Its 14.2-megapixel sensor and EXPEED 2 processor deliver solid image quality for a discontinued entry-level body. The included 18-55mm VR lens and intuitive Guide Mode make learning manual controls straightforward without overwhelming new users. This camera is best for absolute beginners wanting a cheap, used DSLR to grasp photography fundamentals before investing in a modern system.
Type DSLR
17 Overall Score
No current retailer price
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
Cons
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (17th percentile)
- Below average video (25th percentile)
- Below average display (30th percentile)
The proof
Performance
vs Competition
| Spec | Nikon D3100 | Fujifilm X-H2 | Sony Cinema Line FX30 | Panasonic Lumix G G9 II | Canon EOS R6 Mark III | OM System OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | DSLR | mirrorless | cinema | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | - | 40.2MP aps-c | 26MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 32.5MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 425 | 759 | 779 | 1053 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 15 | 120 | 75 | 40 | 120 |
| Video | - | 8K @60fps | 4K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | - | 579 | 646 | 575 | 608 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Affordability | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon D3100 | 38.2 | 39.9 | 35.2 | 33.9 | 24.6 | 32.8 | 47 | 29.5 | 17.1 | 0 | 35.9 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 Compare | 92.3 | 96.9 | 94.5 | 82.2 | 95.4 | 98.9 | 97.8 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 24 | 96 |
| Sony Cinema Line FX30 Compare | 97 | 87.7 | 95.6 | 99.6 | 92.2 | 95.4 | 96.7 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 17 | 89.1 |
| Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Compare | 98 | 91.7 | 94.4 | 96.2 | 97.6 | 63.8 | 91.9 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 22 | 89.1 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III Compare | 98.8 | 91.3 | 95 | 92.6 | 90.5 | 66.1 | 97.4 | 98.8 | 96.1 | 14.6 | 99.6 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.8 | 99.8 | 91.4 | 99.6 | 85.1 | 51.6 | 96 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 17.6 | 99.6 |
Price
Value & Pricing
We started tracking prices for this product on Jun 1, 2026. The chart appears once we have more data.
Usage Scores
- Overall16.8
- Video15.1
- Travel9.9
- Youtube11.8
- Beginner8
- Vlogging6.4
- Streaming8.8
- Photography17.5
- Wedding Events15
- Sports Wildlife19.2
- Product Photography15.2
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