Nikon Launches New D5000 DSLR

Camera enthusiasts and Nikon prosumers have a new DSLR to add to their wishlist now with the launch of the new D5000.

Right after Nikon India launched 8 new cameras just last week, Nikon USA unveiled the new 12.3 megapixel D5000 which also boasts HD video recording capabilities.

Here are the camera's specs:

Other features include:

• Vari-angle LCD screen
• Four Live View autofocus shooting modes
• One-button Live View activation with Subject Tracking autofocus
• 19 automatic Scene Modes including Sports, Portrait, Candlelight, Silhouette, Autumn Colors and more
• In-camera editing features including a Soft Filter effect, Perspective Control, and Color Outline
• 3D Color Matrix Metering II, with EXPEED image processing system
• 11-point auto focus system

Other features include:

• Vari-angle LCD screen
• Four Live View autofocus shooting modes
• One-button Live View activation with Subject Tracking autofocus
• 19 automatic Scene Modes including Sports, Portrait, Candlelight, Silhouette, Autumn Colors and more
• In-camera editing features including a Soft Filter effect, Perspective Control, and Color Outline
• 3D Color Matrix Metering II, with EXPEED image processing system
• 11-point auto focus system

Rumor has it that Nikon India will be launching the D5000 on local shores by late May 2009, but as of now, the D5000 will be available in the US by late April 2009. The estimated US price is $729.95 for the body and $849.95 for the body plus the AF-S NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens.

Update: We have confirmed news from Nikon India that the D5000 would launch in May 2009 in India.