Oct 1, 2014, 06:13
I use a D5100 and like it very much. While there are many excellent cameras out there, if you are planning on joining the Nikon camp, I think as a first DSLR the 5100 would be a great choice. Image quality is exceptional. While I have a couple of zooms that pretty much cover the spectrum, I tend to walk about with the f1.8 35mm AF-S - an excellent and very affordable lens. If you do purchase the 5100, be sure that it has the latest firmware (1.02) which solved a few early issues. Good luck!