2012: The Year That Was
Join us, won't you, for a special Woot-Off recap of all those products that made us laugh, cry, marvel and rage over the past 365 days. This is 2012: The Year That Was.
Take a good look, loyal Wooters, because today we're recapping the most memorable products. There's that thing, remember how it made you smile? And that other thing, oh, boy! The forums sure called that a Woot-Off killer last February. Now, of course, we can look back and laugh.
And what about those twins from March? Or that elder statesman from May? Everyone had written THAT product off back in 2008, but it sure came through in the end.
Ultimately, it's your choice to applaud or catcall, but keep in mind: these products gave their very best, and they gave it for you. In these final, quiet days of 2012, let's remember the products that said "The show must go on!" and marched out, one by one, to take their chances before the crowd.
And please, ignore all those savages who say we're just emptying out our warehouse before the new year begins. They don't know a THING about artistic genius.





Features
- 14.2 Megapixel DX-format CMOS Image Sensor delivers beautiful photographs and prints well larger than 20 x 30 inches
- Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization Lens with legendary NIKKOR optical quality and fast, accurate autofocus for vivid color, striking contrast and crisp detail and VR image stabilization to ensure the sharpest hand-held pictures and movies
- Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound lets you record cinematic-quality movies in Full 1080p HD format (1920 x 1080 pixels)
- Easy-To-Use—Featuring Nikon’s Guide Mode with intuitive controls and on-board assistance helping you take better pictures every step of the way
- Fast 11-point Autofocus System delivers razor-sharp pictures
- 3-inch monitor with One-Touch Live View shooting and movie capture
- Built-in HDMI port lets you connect directly to your HDTV using an HDMI cable (HDMI cable not included)
- Control Image and Movie Playback with most HDTV remote controls
- 6 Automatic Exposure Scene Modes Just set the Mode dial to Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-up or Night Portrait for stunning results in otherwise challenging conditions
- Picture Control lets you choose from Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, or Landscape to apply a personal look and feel to your pictures
- Built-in pop-up flash for those times when there isn’t enough light
- ISO sensitivity 100-3200, expandable to ISO 12800 equivalent delivers exceptional results, even in the most challenging low-light situations
- Split-second Shutter Response eliminates the frustration of shutter delay, capturing moments that other cameras miss
- Scene Auto Selector lets the D3100 decide the best mode to match the shooting situation when using Live View
- EXPEED 2 Nikon’s new image processing engine assures breathtakingly rich image quality, managing color, contrast, exposure, noise and speed
- Scene Recognition System in Live View automatically optimizes exposure, autofocus, and white balance, allowing you to obtain beautiful photos without the hassle of making complicated camera adjustments yourself
- Active D-Lighting restores picture-enhancing detail in shadows and highlights
- Automatic Image Sensor Cleaning uses an ultrasonic process and exclusive Airflow Control combats the accumulation of dust in front of the image sensor, safeguarding image quality shot after shot
- In-camera Image Editing allows creative freedom, without the need for a computer, offering easy editing functions
- Compact and Lightweight Design Beautifully styled—Ready to go wherever life takes you
Shipping Note: Shipping to Alaska and Hawaii is not available for this item.
Warranty: 90 Day Woot Limited Warranty
Specs
Imaging: | |
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Camera Type: | Digital SLR with Interchangeable Lenses |
Lens Mount: | Nikon F Bayonet Mount |
Camera Format: | APS-C / (1.5x Crop Factor) |
Pixels |
Actual: 14.8 Megapixel Effective: 14.2 Megapixel |
Max Resolution: | 14.2MP: 4608 x 3072 @ 3:2 |
Aspect Ratio: | 3:2 |
Sensor Type / Size: | CMOS, 23.1 x 15.4 mm |
Sensor Format: | DX |
File Formats: |
Still Images: JPEG, RAW Movies: MOV Audio: Linear PCM |
Memory Card Type: | SD/SDHC/SDXC (Up to 64GB) |
Focus Control: | |
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Focus Type: | Auto & Manual |
Focus Modes: |
Auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A) Continuous-servo (AF-C) Face-Priority AF Full-time Servo (AF-A) available in Live View only Normal area Single-servo AF (AF-S) Wide area |
Autofocus Points: | 11 |
Viewfinder/Display: | |
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Viewfinder Type: | Pentamirror |
Viewfinder Coverage: | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification: | Approx 0.8x |
Diopter Adjustment: | -1.7 to +0.5m |
Display Screen: | 3.0" Rear LCD Screen (230000) |
Live View: | Yes |
Exposure Control: | |
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ISO Sensitivity: | 100-3200 (extended mode: 100-12,800) |
Shutter: |
Type: Electronic & Mechanical Speed: 30 - 1/4000 sec |
Remote Control: | MC-DC2 (not included) |
Mirror Lock-Up: | No |
Metering Method: |
Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 8mm circle in center of frame Matrix: 3D color matrix metering II (type G and D lenses); color matrix metering II (other CPU lenses) Spot: Meters 3.5mm circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point |
Exposure Modes: |
Aperture-Priority Auto (A) Auto modes ( auto, auto [flash off]) Manual (M) Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P) Scene Modes Shutter-Priority Auto (S) |
White Balance Modes: |
Auto Cloudy Direct Sunlight Flash Fluorescent (7 types) Incandescent Preset Manual Shade |
Flash: | |
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Flash Modes: |
Front-curtain sync (normal)
Rear-curtain sync Red-Eye reduction Red-Eye reduction with slow sync Slow sync |
Built-in Flash: | Yes |
Max Sync Speed: | 1 / 200 sec |
Flash Compensation: | -3 EV to +1 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
Continuous Shooting: | Up to 3 fps |
External Flash Connection: | Hot Shoe |
AV Recording: | |
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Video Recording: | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
Frame Size: |
1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 640 x 424 320 x 216 |
Frame Rate: |
1920 x 1080: 24 fps 1280 x 720: 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps 640 x 424: 24 fps 320 x 216: 24 fps |
Exposure Control: | Auto: Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO |
ISO Sensitivity: | 100 - 3200, Expandable to 12800 |
Exposure Compensation: |
±5 EV in increments of 1/3EV
|
Focus: |
Auto Manual |
Continuous Shooting Time: |
1920 x 1080: 10 min 1280 x 720: 10 min 640 x 424: 10 min |
Audio Recording Device: |
Built-in monaural microphone
|
Performance: | |
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In-Camera Editing: | Before and After, Color Outline, D-Lighting, Edit Movie, Filter Effects, Fisheye, Image Overlay, Miniature Effect, Monochrome, NEF (RAW) Processing, Perspective Control, Quick Retouch, Red-eye Correction, Small Pic, Straighten, Trim |
Self Timer: | 2 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 20 sec |
Interval Recording: | Yes |
Connectivity: | 10-pin Terminal, HDMI C (Mini), USB 2.0 |
Software Requirements: |
Windows: XP, Vista Mac: OS X 10.4 or later |
Power: | |
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Battery: | EN-EL14 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery |
AC Power Adapter: | EH-5A (not included) |
Operating/Storage Temperature: | 32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C) |
Physical: | |
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Dimensions: | 4.9"(W) x 3.8"(H) x 2.9"(D) |
Weight: | 16.05 oz Body only |
Kit Lens: | |
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Focal Length: |
18 - 55 mm Comparable APS-C Focal Length: 27 - 82.5 mm |
Aperture: |
Maximum: f/3.5 - 5.6 Minimum: f/22 - 22 |
Angle of View: | 76° - 28° |
Minimum Focus Distance: | 11" (27.94 cm) |
Magnification: | 0.31x |
Maximum Reproduction Ratio: | 1:3.2 |
Groups/Elements: | 8/11 |
Diaphragm Blades: | 7 |
Autofocus: | Yes |
Image Stabilization: | Yes |
Filter Thread: | Front: 52 mm |
Dimensions: | 2.9"(D) x 3.3"(L) |
Weight: | 9.35 oz |
In the box:
- Nikon D3100 SLR Digital Camera
- NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens
- Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
- Battery Charger
- Eyepiece Cap
- Camera Strap
- Body Cap
- Lens Front & Rear Cap
- (2) Ferrite Core
- Software CD-ROM
- User Manual
Specs
Imaging: | |
---|---|
Camera Type: | Digital SLR with Interchangeable Lenses |
Lens Mount: | Nikon F Bayonet Mount |
Camera Format: | APS-C / (1.5x Crop Factor) |
Pixels |
Actual: 14.8 Megapixel Effective: 14.2 Megapixel |
Max Resolution: | 14.2MP: 4608 x 3072 @ 3:2 |
Aspect Ratio: | 3:2 |
Sensor Type / Size: | CMOS, 23.1 x 15.4 mm |
Sensor Format: | DX |
File Formats: |
Still Images: JPEG, RAW Movies: MOV Audio: Linear PCM |
Memory Card Type: | SD/SDHC/SDXC (Up to 64GB) |
Focus Control: | |
---|---|
Focus Type: | Auto & Manual |
Focus Modes: |
Auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A) Continuous-servo (AF-C) Face-Priority AF Full-time Servo (AF-A) available in Live View only Normal area Single-servo AF (AF-S) Wide area |
Autofocus Points: | 11 |
Viewfinder/Display: | |
---|---|
Viewfinder Type: | Pentamirror |
Viewfinder Coverage: | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification: | Approx 0.8x |
Diopter Adjustment: | -1.7 to +0.5m |
Display Screen: | 3.0" Rear LCD Screen (230000) |
Live View: | Yes |
Exposure Control: | |
---|---|
ISO Sensitivity: | 100-3200 (extended mode: 100-12,800) |
Shutter: |
Type: Electronic & Mechanical Speed: 30 - 1/4000 sec |
Remote Control: | MC-DC2 (not included) |
Mirror Lock-Up: | No |
Metering Method: |
Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 8mm circle in center of frame Matrix: 3D color matrix metering II (type G and D lenses); color matrix metering II (other CPU lenses) Spot: Meters 3.5mm circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point |
Exposure Modes: |
Aperture-Priority Auto (A) Auto modes ( auto, auto [flash off]) Manual (M) Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P) Scene Modes Shutter-Priority Auto (S) |
White Balance Modes: |
Auto Cloudy Direct Sunlight Flash Fluorescent (7 types) Incandescent Preset Manual Shade |
Flash: | |
---|---|
Flash Modes: |
Front-curtain sync (normal)
Rear-curtain sync Red-Eye reduction Red-Eye reduction with slow sync Slow sync |
Built-in Flash: | Yes |
Max Sync Speed: | 1 / 200 sec |
Flash Compensation: | -3 EV to +1 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
Continuous Shooting: | Up to 3 fps |
External Flash Connection: | Hot Shoe |
AV Recording: | |
---|---|
Video Recording: | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
Frame Size: |
1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 640 x 424 320 x 216 |
Frame Rate: |
1920 x 1080: 24 fps 1280 x 720: 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps 640 x 424: 24 fps 320 x 216: 24 fps |
Exposure Control: | Auto: Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO |
ISO Sensitivity: | 100 - 3200, Expandable to 12800 |
Exposure Compensation: |
±5 EV in increments of 1/3EV
|
Focus: |
Auto Manual |
Continuous Shooting Time: |
1920 x 1080: 10 min 1280 x 720: 10 min 640 x 424: 10 min |
Audio Recording Device: |
Built-in monaural microphone
|
Performance: | |
---|---|
In-Camera Editing: | Before and After, Color Outline, D-Lighting, Edit Movie, Filter Effects, Fisheye, Image Overlay, Miniature Effect, Monochrome, NEF (RAW) Processing, Perspective Control, Quick Retouch, Red-eye Correction, Small Pic, Straighten, Trim |
Self Timer: | 2 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 20 sec |
Interval Recording: | Yes |
Connectivity: | 10-pin Terminal, HDMI C (Mini), USB 2.0 |
Software Requirements: |
Windows: XP, Vista Mac: OS X 10.4 or later |
Power: | |
---|---|
Battery: | EN-EL14 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery |
AC Power Adapter: | EH-5A (not included) |
Operating/Storage Temperature: | 32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C) |
Physical: | |
---|---|
Dimensions: | 4.9"(W) x 3.8"(H) x 2.9"(D) |
Weight: | 16.05 oz Body only |
Kit Lens: | |
---|---|
Focal Length: |
18 - 55 mm Comparable APS-C Focal Length: 27 - 82.5 mm |
Aperture: |
Maximum: f/3.5 - 5.6 Minimum: f/22 - 22 |
Angle of View: | 76° - 28° |
Minimum Focus Distance: | 11" (27.94 cm) |
Magnification: | 0.31x |
Maximum Reproduction Ratio: | 1:3.2 |
Groups/Elements: | 8/11 |
Diaphragm Blades: | 7 |
Autofocus: | Yes |
Image Stabilization: | Yes |
Filter Thread: | Front: 52 mm |
Dimensions: | 2.9"(D) x 3.3"(L) |
Weight: | 9.35 oz |
In the box:
- Nikon D3100 SLR Digital Camera
- NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens
- Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
- Battery Charger
- Eyepiece Cap
- Camera Strap
- Body Cap
- Lens Front & Rear Cap
- (2) Ferrite Core
- Software CD-ROM
- User Manual
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