Nikon D5000 Review at Photography Bay – Eric:
Overall, I highly recommend the Nikon D5000 to anyone looking for a feature-rich and very capable DSLR on an entry-level budget. There are plenty of great DSLRs on the market – some offer more features and some may be cheaper. Image quality in the D5000 rivals cameras much more expensive than it and, if you buy something cheaper, you’re going to miss out on some cutting edge stuff that only the D5000 offers.
The video function on the D5000 is the closest thing to getting right as a DSLR has done yet. The Vari-angle LCD really makes a big difference with the D5000’s video capabilities. The file format is easy to work with and the 24p video looks smooth and cool.
The review also includes sample and test photos, and video / movie clips.
Full-sized samples, video clips and review of the Nikon D5000 at The Imaging Resource – The verdict for the D5000:
What's certain is the Nikon D5000's ability to make superb still images. Its optical viewfinder is a pleasure to use, and you'll get more straight horizon lines thanks to the built-in grid. The shutter sound is quiet, and single-point AF speeds are fast. For the consumer shooter wanting to move up in terms of functionality and image quality, and still have the familiar interface of the D40/D60 range, the Nikon D5000 is an excellent choice, and a definite Dave's Pick.
Full-resolution, real-world images can be viewed in the test gallery. All photos here were taken using the Nikkor 18-55mm VR kit lens.
Two footage samples are provided in the review: Video 1 (view in HD on YouTube, download the 14.5 MB .AVI file) and Video 2 (view in HD on YouTube).
Just a brief report to say that the WiFi access at the bergen Montana Hostel was flawless, and super fast.
Here's a photo of my MacBook Pro with the GMail login page open. Next to that is my Lowepro Fastpack 250.
There's also a nice backyard at the hostel, with a terrific view of the surrounding lowlands (the hostel is, after all, situated on a high point near the foot of Mount Ulriken).
Two reference links for this hostel: