Kit includes:
♦ 1) Nikon D3000 Digital SLR Camera & 18-55mm G VR DX AF-S Zoom Lens
♦ 2) Nikon AF-S 55-200mm f/4-5.6G DX Zoom-NIKKOR Lens
♦ 3) Transcend 8GB High-Capacity SecureDigital (SDHC) Card
♦ 4) Spare EN-EL9a High Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
♦ 5) Nikon SLR System Case
♦ 6) Precision Design USB 2.0 High Speed SecureDigital (SD/SDHC) Card Reader
♦ 7) Precision Design Memory Card Storage Wallet
♦ Precision Design Deluxe 6 Piece Lens & Digital SLR Cleaning Kit
♦ 9) Image Recall Digital Image Recovery Software

The 10.2-megapixel Nikon D3000 Digital SLR Camera enables users to capture stunning images with superior performance. Features include a 3.0-inch

monitor, Active D-Lighting, 23 Scene Modes, In-Camera retouch image editing, shooting as fast as 3 FPS, ISO sensitivity from 100 to 1600,

built-in sensor cleaning, 11-point AF System and much more.

The Nikon 18-55mm VR Lens is an ultra compact, lightweight standard zoom lens that has a 3x focal zoom range. The Vibration

Reduction (VR) system allows handheld telephoto zoom shooting even in poorly lit conditions.

The 55-200mm lens is a ultra-compact with a compact rod-type Silent Wave Motor that enables high speed auto focusing and super-quiet operation. The Super Integrated Coating minimizes ghosting and flare, and two Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements.

Take more high-resolution pictures faster with this 8GB High-Capacity SecureDigital (SDHC) memory card.

Increase your shooting capacity with this powerful EN-EL9a Lithium-ion rechargeable battery.

Made from durable Cordura Nylon, this multi-compartment, Nikon-brand case will easily hold your camera, lenses, flash, and accessories.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Best gift given this year
Bought this for my husband for Christmas. He loves it. I don’t think he has taken any “bad” photos. Love the extras. Came with everything he needed.

5 Stars Great Camera so happy I chose this one
I have been checking around to find an SLR that I could upgrade to from the ordinary cameras they have out there. I have been using the Sony cybershot which I do love and it is great for basic photography but I wanted one that I could do more with and with this camera you can do so much. I would not have thought to pick up all of the items that come with this package and the carry case is much better than I would have expected it to be with this price. I have only used this a few times but the pictures are beautiful, crisp and clear. I would definately recommend this camera.

4 Stars Great camera for the price and easy to use
This is by far the easiest SLR digital camera I have ever used. The manual was easy to understand and I started shooting pictures without any problems. So far, I have only taken pictures indoor with natural day light and with the built-in flash in AUTO setting as well as manual settings. While the pictures taken with the built-in flash were acceptable, they came out a little dark when in AUTO mode. When in manual mode, making adjustments to the f-stops, and other features take some getting used to. While the quality is much better when you can find the correct combinations, but it was trail and error. I borrowed my son-in-law’s Nikon flash unit and the pictures were much better using the AUTO setting. One feature I like is how light the camera is even when fitted with the longer lense. All-in-all, this is a vey good starter SLR digital camera.

5 Stars Great entry level SLR
If you’re an amateur photographer looking for a camera to start shooting, this is your best choice.

Nikon has made this model the easiest to use. I don’t use the guide mode much but if you don’t know anything about SLRs you can learn a lot from this camera.

Pros:

.Rugged feeling

.Lots of shooting tips

.Retouch and review modes very useful

.Very nice photo quality overall

Cons:

.No auto-bracketing

.Custom white balance’s not too easy to set up.

.No live view

Overall this is a great product. It lacks some features that as a professional might make your job easier but except for the auto bracketing that I missed, you can live with the other stuff with no problem.

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Designed for today’s pro-compact and compact digital cameras, the Cirrus Series easily protects both camera and lens from the outside elements. The interior features a memory card pocket for quick changes and brushed tricot lining protect LCD screen and lens from abrasion. The exterior of the bag is built with a tough water- and abrasion-resistant fabric and can be attached through either a belt loop or with an included shoulder strap. This lightweight and compact top-loading bag provides digital camera users with solid protection and fast access to capture those spontaneous moments.

User Ratings and Reviews

3 Stars Good Case, Not Flexible Enough…
Well, let me start by saying that the actual case is very good and has excellent padding, so no complains there. The reason I gave this a 3 star is because it did not meet my specific requirements.

I have a Nikon D90 and 35mm lens and also did have an old Lowepro case which fit both, along with additional space for lens cap and cords. I got another 55-200mm lens and was looking for some case to accomodate all three. This case fits the camera and 200mm lense perfectly, but does not leave any additional space for lens cap, cords, etc. I also had to figure a way to keep the 35mm in place!!

So I ended up buying a separate case for 55-200mm (from Lowepro as well) and attached that to my old case (also Lowepro) it works well and carrying both around is convenient as well. I can also avoid carrying the bigger lens if I dont have to and move around with a nice compact case!!

I still have to change lens in order to put the camera back in case, but I guess while using a DSLR you anyways end up changing lens multiple times…

5 Stars Just great for 70-300mm lens with D40
A great size case for D40. I am using it a lot. It is light, and easy to cary around, protecting the camera and the lense.

I do recomment this for the 70-300mm and smaller lenses. Even thou there is room when I have smaller lenses, it is great as it fits all sizes… Just love it… for the quality and price!!!

I do recommend this size, compared to the shorter one. Is better to have more room, then compress the lenses and the camera…

4 Stars Better than average
I was looking for a one stop case for my Nikon D90 + 18-200mm lens. I have seen conflicting reviews on whether the case is long enough for the above combination. And the verdict: yes, it is large/long enough to fit D90+18-200mm lens. And has a pocket for a memory card or two.

And it can fit (barely) the standard lens hood.

Drawbacks: Would have liked an extrenal zippered compartment.

4 Stars Compact travel holster for your DSLR
Compact travel holster, fits the D90 with kit lens. Made from great material but could have been better with more useful compartments. Needs a little more padding on the lower-end where the lens rests.

4 Stars An okay bag
It fits Canon T1i okay. I’d like to have a little more room at the top of the bag, for a camera strap. Camera is well protected inside. Don’t like how the bag sits/hangs on the belt. Don’t look attractive (might be a positive thing).

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