The Nikon D3100's startup time is about average for an SLR, but shutdown is quite fast ... and likely continues briefly after the camera is shut off.) Buffer clearing times are pretty good ...

Like the existing D3000 model, the Nikon D3100 is aimed at beginner and casual shooters, rather than professionals and hard-core SLR enthusiasts ... as in the earlier camera.

Nikon has announced a new version of the Nikon D3100 ... DSLR for some time. Nikon still has two DSLRs in their product line for those who continue to prefer using a DSLR. If you call in a camera ...