What was the Nikon D5100 Release Date? Competition?
- Nathaniel Stephan
- October 28, 2025
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The Nikon D5100 was announced on April 5, 2011. It was released later that month.
Original Nikon D5100 Competition
When the Nikon D5100 was released, it competed against:
- Canon T3i
- Sony NEX-5
- Canon 60D
- Canon T5
- Nikon D3100
How old is the Nikon D5100?
Counting from the release date, the Nikon D5100 is 14 years old.
However, the D5100 was made for several years before being replaced by the Nikon D5200.
Is the Nikon D5100 Discontinued?
Yes, the Nikon D5100 is discontinued. It was replaced by the Nikon D5200.
Nikon is no longer selling the camera.
If you need a repair or service, check with Nikon Product repair page.
Nikon D5100 SD memory cards are still being made. They are cheap and widely available.
Third party batteries are available for the Nikon D5100.
The F-mount kit lens is discontinued. There are [many great lenses available for the Nikon D5100](/best-nikon-d5100-lenses/.
Official Nikon D5100 announcement: The Versatile New Nikon D5100 D-SLR Offers A New Perspective On Creativity
