The D5000 is the latest addition to a series of very compact consumer DSLRs from Nikon, following the D40, D40x and D60. Based on the features and price, the D5000 seems to be an update to the D60 (January 2008), which in turn replaced the D40x (March 2007). In other words, the product cycle in that chain is merely about one year.
The newest feature on the D5000 is a swivel LCD monitor, which is a first among Nikon DSLRs. The D5000’s LCD can swing downward and rotate by 180 degrees. In conjunction with the live view feature, the subjects being photographed can view themselves in the LCD while composing the image in this “self portrait” mode. The swivel monitor is also convenient for composition while holding the camera from a high, overhead position or a low, ground-level position. In its normal up position, the LCD can face the photographer just like conventional DSLR LCDs on the back. It can also be rotated so that the LCD screen is hidden for maximum protection during transportation.
Similar to several new DSLRs introduced in the last 6 months or so such as the Nikon D90, the D5000 can capture D Movie (HD video) clips. Video will certainly become a standard feature on future consumer DSLRs.
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