When was the Nikon D3000 Release Date?
- Nathaniel Stephan
 - November 3, 2025
 

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The Nikon D3000 was announced on July 30, 2009.
How old is the Nikon D3000?
Counting from the release date, the Nikon D3000 is 16 years old.
However, the D3000 was made for several years before being replaced by the Nikon D3100.
Is the Nikon D3000 Discontinued?
Yes, the Nikon D3000 is discontinued. It was replaced by the Nikon D3100.
Nikon is no longer selling the camera.
If you need a repair or service, check with Nikon Product repair
Nikon D3000 SD memory cards are still being made.
Third party batteries are available for the Nikon D3000.
The F-mount kit lens is discontinued. There are [many great lenses available for the Nikon D3000](/best-nikon-d3000-lenses/.
Official Nikon D3000 announcement: THE NEW NIKON D3000 PROVIDES AN EASY PATH TO FANTASTIC PHOTOS.
Original Nikon D3000 Competition
When the Nikon D3000 was released, it competed against:
- Canon T1i (Canon EOS 500D)
 - Canon T2i (Canon EOS 550D)
 - Sony NEX-3
 - Panasonic GF1
 - Olympus E-PL1
 

