Nikon D3200 (2012)

A DX-format DSLR launched in 2012 with a 24.2-megapixel sensor and built-in Guide mode for beginners

Overview

The Nikon D3200 is a digital SLR camera using the DX format, officially launched on April 19, 2012. It was designed as an entry-level model, aimed at new photographers with features like Guide mode to assist in learning camera settings. The camera is noted for being small and light, packing what some describe as serious Nikon imaging power despite its compact size and affordable positioning. It succeeded the D3100 in Nikon’s DSLR lineup, continuing the series of beginner-friendly cameras that began with the D3000 in 2009.

Specifications

Product type	DX-format DSLR
Effective pixels	24.2 megapixels
Sensor size	23.2 x 15.4 mm (APS-C)
Sensor type	CMOS
Processor	Expeed 3
ISO range	ISO 100–6400 (expandable to 12,800)
Continuous shooting	4 FPS
LCD screen	3.0", 920k-dot
Image resolution	6,016 × 4,000
Pixel size	3.85 µm
Color filter array	RGB
Features	Guide Mode, WiFi
Launch date	April 19, 2012

Context

The Nikon D3200 is the third iteration in Nikon’s D3000 series of entry-level DSLRs, following the D3000 (2009) and D3100 (2010). It was marketed as a lightweight, easy-to-use HD-SLR with advanced image quality for its class. The camera was delayed prior to launch, but upon release, it was praised by users for its performance in still photography, especially considering its position as a lower-end model.