The D3200 surpasses the D3100 with regard to both with its significant increase in pixel count and support for standard sensitivities of ISO 100–6400 and a Hi 1 setting equivalent to ISO 12800. Its predecessor, the D3100, offered a pixel count of 14.2-million pixels and standard ISO sensitivities of ISO 100–3200. The D3200 is equipped with a new Nikon DX-format CMOS image sensor, developed by Nikon with an effective pixel count of 24.2-million pixels, and the EXPEED 3 image-processing engine. A new DX-format CMOS image sensor, developed by Nikon with an effective pixel count of 24.2-million pixels, and the EXPEED 3 image-processing engine enable capture of high-quality images and shooting at high sensitivities Users will enjoy its simple operation with the capture of beautiful images exhibiting superior image quality that they will be eager to share with others.
The extremely portable, compact and lightweight body of the entry-level D3200 is loaded with the latest digital SLR camera functions, allowing for full-scale, flexible photography. The D3200 also supports collaboration with smart devices (Android), with use of Wireless Mobile Adapter WU-1a increasing user convenience even further with the ability to transfer images and control shooting remotely over a wireless connection. In addition, the new DX-format CMOS image sensor, developed by Nikon with an effective pixel count of 24.2-million pixels, and the same EXPEED 3 image-processing engine built into Nikon's high-end D4 and D800/D800E cameras enable capture of images with quality and definition at the top of its class. The D3200 not only offers an improved Guide mode for even simpler operation, but also a number of new and improved functions. The iF Design Awards are globally prestigious awards sponsored by International Forum Design GmbH of Hanover Germany.
Last year, the superior usability of the D3100 was recognized not only by the camera's extreme popularity, but also when the camera was awarded the iF Communication Design Award 2011, one of the iF Design Awards. The D3200 is the successor to the D3100 and is equipped with Guide mode, which supports simple and intuitive operation.