Is the Nikon D5100 worth the money? - 1

Originally, I had planned on getting the D5000 because I have used it before and I liked it very much. I decided that since I had a (great) experience with it, that I'd get it.
Well, when i went to order it, it was already discontinued. I've been researching it since the beginning of 2011.
Anyway, I just ordered the newer model of it, the D5100, and I'm not quite sure if it's worth the money, and what exactly has been improved quality-wise.
I shoot mostly still-life, both up close and far away, and i plan on making short films with it as well.
Did I make a good decision money-wise?

Only you can answer that question.

Only you know if it's worth the money. Since you wanted the D5000, I think you should go with the D3100 which has less noise, better video and better performance, and is still cheaper than D5100.It simply doesn't have an articulating screen, that's it.

Here's a DSLR Buying Guide - http://www.the-dslr-photographer.com/2009/11/which-dslr-to-buy/