The competition
With Nikon marking the D3100 as the replacement for its entry-level D3000, it is natural to compare it with other entry-level cameras. However, the D3100 specification and price supersede Canon’s entry-level camera, the Canon EOS 1000D. This is now more than two years old and virtually half the price. Two years of technological advancements makes the D3100 a better camera and, in fact, it has much more in common with the Canon EOS 550D. This is around £100 more, but is designed for the enthusiast photographer.
Image: Pentax K-r
The Pentax K-r is likely to offer some stiff competition, too, with an impressive 6fps and 3in, 920,000-dot LCD screen standing out from what is a similar specification and price. However, it only has 720p HD video and 12.2 million pixels. Sony’s Alpha 390 has a slightly smaller, 2.7in LCD articulated screen and no HD video, and will be another option for those who don’t want to pay the asking price of the D3100.
Image: Sony’s Alpha 390
