upgrade

[yelrah328]

I currently have the nikon d3000 and I am thinking about upgrading to a better camera. I keep looking at the nikon d90. Would this be a good camera to upgrade to?

[Almond.Butterscotch]

What does the D3000 lack for you?

[yelrah328]

I would really like to get a body with auto focus built into it.

[scootermcq]

Originally Posted by yelrah328

I would really like to get a body with auto focus built into it.

Well, it's got that and more

Significantly lower noise at high ISO
More than 40% larger viewfinder
4x higher resolution screen
Significantly better image quality
Has a built-in focus motor
Autofocuses with all autofocus lenses
Live view
Shoots movies
Pentaprism vs Pentamirror
Significantly more dynamic range
Significantly longer battery life
Has a self cleaning sensor
Much less startup delay 300 ms vs 700 ms
Shoots faster 4.5 fps vs 3 fps
Better color depth 22.7 bits vs 22.3 bits
Has a CMOS-family sensor CMOS vs CCD
Higher true resolution 12.2 MP vs 10 MP
Better viewfinder coverage 96% vs 95%