Nikon D3100 kit with 18-55mm VR lens — complete entry-level DSLR package for beginners.
The Nikon D3100 with AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR is the standard kit bundle for Nikon's entry-level DSLR. It pairs the 14.2MP D3100 body with the stabilised VR version of Nikon's standard kit zoom for a complete beginner photography package.
Image quality from the 14.2MP sensor is good for entry-level. The 18-55mm VR lens adds valuable stabilisation — approximately 3 stops — making the kit significantly more practical than the non-VR version. Guide Mode walks beginners through settings. Full HD 1080p 24fps video.
Lightweight combined weight around 660g. The kit covers 27-82.5mm equivalent — adequate for general photography. SD card slot. Built-in flash. The VR lens is a meaningful upgrade over bundles without stabilisation. Good first camera package.
Very common and cheap used — often under £80 for the complete kit. The D3200 kit is better with 24MP. The D3300 is the sweet spot of the D3x00 range. An affordable complete camera system for absolute beginners. Check shutter count on the body.