Nikon has just announced it’s latest DSLR, the D5000.

D5000 is sitting between the D60 and D90 and appears to go head to head with Canon’s EOS 500D, aiming at upgrading DSLR owners and experienced compact users.

It combines many of the features of the D90 in a slightly smaller, simpler body and includes a 12.3 MP CMOS sensor, live view, 720p movies and a 2.7 inch, 180 degree Tilt/Swivel LCD.

More information can be found in Nikon Official website and preview is available at dpreview.