The Nikon D3200 represents the latest generation entry level DSLR offering.
The camera’s headline feature is inevitably the new 24MP CMOS sensor which makes it equal to Sony’s Alpha SLT-A65, A77 and NEX-7. Nikon has delivered an excellent camera in the Nikon D3200, and it’s still a great option for novices wishing to take their photography more seriously.
It’s most exciting new feature is clearly the new 24 MP image sensor, which is partly responsible for the camera’s strong improvement in sharpness over the D3100. sadly, when it comes to image quality, the excitement ends there. Nikon’s D3200 is the entry level DSLR from the Japanese imaging giant, but with a 24 MP sensor and crisp 3 inch LCD screen for viewing your shots around the back, this is anything but a basic picture box.
The Nikon D3200 follows conventional DSLR design in having a shooting mode dial on the top of the camera, which allows you to select either one of the advanced modes like Manual, Aperture or Shutter priority, or a number of scene modes.
Likes
Compact
Good quality at high ISos
Guide mode for beginners
Continuous video autofocus
Mic input
Easy to use
Performs well and delivers great images
Dislikes
Small pentamirror viewfinder
Fixed LCD
Kit lens could be better
Perhaps 24 MP might be overkill for entry level users
No auto exposure bracketing or optical depth-of-field preview
Complicated menu system
Underused command dial
No built-in AF motor so cant auto-focus with non AF-S lenses
No live histogram
Slight blue cast on LCD display in some lighting conditions
Relatively high price
Conclusion
A solid if unexceptional entry level DSLR, th Nikon D3200 should still please most folks looking for an upgrade from their point-and-shoots. The D3200 is a very enjoyable camera to use for beginner photographers. A superb video mode, but details in photos don’t live up to expectations. The Nikon D3200 is the DSLR has the ability to capture the largest images, at 24 MP, the highest definition I have ever reviewed.