Nikon D5000 vs Nikon D5100
Prices & availability
Specification comparison
Highlighted rows differ between the two models.
| Specification | Nikon D5000 | Nikon D5100 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | ||
| Type | DSLR | DSLR |
| Sensor | ||
| Sensor format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Resolution (MP) (difference) | 12 MP | 16 MP |
| Mount | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Performance | ||
| Burst | 4.0 fps | 4.0 fps |
| Video (difference) | 720p 24 | 1080p 30 |
| IBIS | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Release year (difference) | 2009 | 2011 |
| Price (€) (difference) | €900 | €700 |
Verdict
Pick the D5100 if you want higher resolution and full-HD video for less money. The D5000 stays the better choice only if you find it at a significantly lower price and don’t need 1080p video. Both are equally matched in burst speed and stabilization.