How to find out the shutter count of a Nikon d5000 without a computer?

I'm buying a used Nikon d5000, and I want to know if there's any way of figuring out the shutter count without a computer since I won't be near one?

Also, any general tips and questions I should ask before buying a used camera?

Not really

All that data is on the EXIF data on the image file

Look for any obvious signs of mishandling. If the lens has a UV filter on it, that is a good thing, if not look for discolouration, finger prints or worse, abrasions on the lenses front element

Too bad you do not have a notebook computer you can take with you with a copy of OPanda on it to interrogate the EXIF data

No. But you could have the seller mail you a picture.

In general… Ask why it's being sold. Look for signs of abuse, talk with the seller. Most importantly, if the deal doesn't feel right, walk away

I have a D5000. Page 159 of the User's Manual describes File Number Sequence, in summary:

If this option has been left "ON" since the camera was new, file number will always be equal to the number of exposures (shutter count); however, this will be reset to 0001 after exposure number 9999.

If the option ""OFF" is chosen in the File Number Sequence, the number will be reset to 0001 when a new folder is created, or a new memory card is formatted, or a new memory card is inserted into the camera.

The camera "Reset" feature creates a new folder and the number is set to 0001.

It would be difficult to determine what options have been taken with a used D5000, so condition becomes the best guide. If you can try out the camera and check for signs of heavy usage, that is important. It is best to get a good return policy and warranty with any used camera in this price range and above.

Ask if he owns a dry box. Camera is in better condition if it was kept inside a dry box.

You may test for dust and scratch on the sensor by doing a simple test. Switch lens to manual focus and adjust it out of focus, shoot a bright area such as illuminated wall or the sky, adjust -1 ev exposure compensation, at small aperture (>f16), use high constrast picture style if possible. With the camera, zoom into the image to view if any dust spot or scratch sign. If there're dusts, you have to consider the trouble and extra costs to clean it. If there's scratch, don't buy.

Edit:
Shoot another image with the lens cap on. Zoom around to see if any dead pixels. If it had been accidentally used to shoot the sun on long exposure, some pixels could be killed.

I was wondering the same thing, since I have a d5000 for sale in mint condition. But the picture starts at 001 again whenever I download to my computer. I didn't even realize that I had that option turned on. Do you mind me asking how much you are paying for this camera? I'm having trouble pricing mine correctly. It's a year old with only light use and is in excellent condition. I always keep the lcd screen closed and a UV filter on the lens. If I didn't tell you, you would think it was brand new as there's not a scratch on it. There's also a transferable warranty on it from Best Buy's Geek Squad that includes annual cleanings and maintenance. I paid $160 for the warranty when I purchased the camera last year. Any suggestions on how I should price it to sell? I love this camera, but want to upgrade.