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3/25/2015

Nikon Coolpix S9900 Review

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Nikon Coolpix S9900 Review


Amateur Photography - The Nikon Coolpix S9900 is the new top-of-the-range digital compact camera from the Style series. It features a back-illuminated 16 megapixel CMOS sensor, 30x optical zoom lens, Full 1080/60i HD video with new time-lapse recording, built-in WiFi, GPS and NFC connectivity, P/S/A/M exposure modes, a command dial and a 3-inch 921K dot vari-angle screen. The Nikon Coolpix S9900.

Ease of Use


Even more packed with technology than its predecessor, the new Coolpix S9900 looks like it would be more at home in Nikon's Performance range. However, the P series of Nikon cameras are for keen enthusiasts and as such, don't really offer much in the way of easy modes for the point and shooters. The S9900 still offers the Easy Auto mode, albeit buried somewhat n the menu system.

The S9900 bears an uncanny resemblance to the higher specification models in terms of shape and design. Weighing nearly 300g, it's a heavy block of metal and plastic which holds a 30x optical zoom inside the bulge at the front. The lenses contain ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements to reduce chromatic aberrations and the focal length works out at an eye bulging 25-750mm in 35mm terms.

We hear you asking “What about camera shake?” Well, the S9900 has been fitted with a 5-axis Hybrid VR system. This type of Vibration Reduction of combining electronic and optical image stabilisers isn't new but using 5 ways of stabilising the image is on a camera at this designation.

Once the light has gone through the lens, it burns onto a back-illuminated 16 megapixel CMOS sensor. In the past, some Nikon compacts have suffered with low light and high noise problems, so hopefully, this sensor that is lower in resolution than previous models will react better. The back-illuminated technology will also help by allowing more light onto each photosite, but our noise test will give the definite answer.

No expense has been spared on the screen incorporating a 921,000 dot RGBW TFT LCD screen which can even be used in direct sunlight. One big upgrade over the previous S9700 model is that the screen is now a vari-angle model, which is perfect for shooting movies, over the heads of a crowd and of course for those all-important selfies.

As we mentioned earlier, the S9900 sits on the Style side of the fence, but it's also very close to the Performance series. Because of this intimacy with both ranges, the S9900 has a mixture of lazy modes and performance enhancing features. On the top plate, you'll find the power switch and shutter release with a small finger-operated switch that operates that massive zoom range.

Situated to the left of the shutter release on the shoulder of the Nikon Coolpix S9900 is a Shooting Mode dial. It has the usual easy to use modes, such as Auto, Scenes, Smart portrait and Short Movie, but also holds the manual PASM modes. New to the S9900 is a dedicated command dial, which in conjunction with the rear navigation wheel makes it easier than ever to use the manual shooting modes.

On the opposite side to the Command dial is a pop-up flash that sits very high when opened via the dedicated switch. That's great for avoiding red-eye. However, it uses so many different joints to collapse down into the unit – which you have to do manually – it's like trying to get a cat into a bath; it's possible, but you'll have to wrestle a bit. The top of the camera also holds the WiFi and GPS unit above the lens.

The GPS button on the left flank of the S9900 displays a map of the World and allows you to not only log your photo's locations, but also track where you're going. Fantastic for travellers and that's exactly who the S9900 is aimed at, especially as it now utilises GPS/GLONASS/QZSS satellite tracking to provide highly accurate longitude and latitude data.

The S9900 also offers built-in wi-fi and NFC connectivity, with the former accessed via a button on the rear of the camera, and the latter simply by tapping the S9900 against another NFC-enabled device. The wi-fi options are a little basic - you can only connect or upload to a smart device - but they do at least make it easier to share your photos.

The main menu system changes depending on the shooting mode that you're currently in. It has the usual layout of three sections with the primary menus tabbed down the left side. The centre section shows what each tab can offer, while the right side shows the current setting for that option. Pressing right drills into the menu and allows you to make any changes. The colour scheme is light grey on the centre section with dark grey surround and a yellow highlighter. Those colours may not sound appealing, but they work nicely and the menu is very easy to see and use. The five tabs on the left are for the mode you're currently in, Video modes, WiFi, GPS and the Set-up menu.

Start up time from the off position to being switched on, focused and a photo taken is 1.8sec which is a good performance. There are two continuous shooting modes; High and Low. The first is a burst mode that rapidly fires off five high resolution pictures in just over half a second. It works out at roughly 8fps (frames per second). Slightly higher than the 6.9fps on the Nikon website, so that's pretty good. You do have to allow for human error, though, so keep an open mind. It takes a total of 10 seconds to download the pictures as well.

In Low mode, the camera takes pictures at a much slower rate. We got 16 pictures in eight seconds before the camera stopped to download. That's roughly 2fps and it took the camera up to 43 seconds to download and be ready to shoot again. This was going through the Nikon EXPEED C2 processor and writing onto a Class 4 Micro SD card in an adapter. The speed of the card will affect the write speed, so you may see a slight increase with a faster variation in.

In playback, the pictures will be displayed full size with some basic information that will disappear after a few seconds. Should you take a photo that you wish you'd added a digital effect to, you can press OK at this stage and add it on after. The added bonus is that the S9900 saves that as a separate file on the memory card, preserving the original. The layout of the Playback menu is the same as when you're shooting. However, there's a slight variation in the inclusion of the Mode tab.

The Playback modes are usually in a separate menu which is accessed via the Playback button. On the Nikon Coolpix S9900, doing that takes you back to the shooting screen. The Video menu has been replaced with the full Playback menu which allows you to amend the pictures with some basic editing via the Quick retouch, D-Lighting, Red-eye correction or Glamour retouch options. There's also provision to amend the print order, create a slide-show to thrill your family and friends of your travelling adventures.

In the box you'll find a rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12, Charging AC Adapter EH-71P4, USB Cable UC-E21, and a Camera Strap. Battery life is around 300 shots, pretty good for this class of camera, although we don't like the fact that you can now only charge the battery in-camera.

Nikon D31000

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Amateur Photography - Nikon D31000, There's no doubt that the D3100 is one of the best entry-level SLRs available, offering very good image quality coupled with speedy operation and straightforward handling.
Nikon D31000
Nikon D31000

Reasons to buy Nikon D31000


    Very good image quality
    Beginner friendly interface, but with plenty of manual control
    Highly sophisticated AF system for the price
    Easily accessible and fast Live View mode and Movie controls
    Lots of in-camera Raw conversion and post-processing options

Things to consider Nikon D31000


    AF still a little sluggish in Live View mode
    Slight tendency to overexpose in contrasty conditions
    Will not AF all Nikon lenses (though most popular ones will work)
    White balance often excessively orange under artificial light
    Auto ISO logic is not well-suited for everyday casual shooting

Nikon D31000 Suggested for

First time DSLR users who want a camera that will encourage them to make the most of its capabilities.

Nikon D31000 Not suggested for

People wanting a camera that behaves just like their existing compact. Users for whom compactness is a priority.

Nikon D31000 Conclusion

With the addition of video and live view, Nikon has given its entry-level DSLR all the features its predecessor seemed to be missing. The result is an excellent beginner's camera that encourages the user to grow into it, whatever their existing level of knowledge. However, it's not alone in offering this and, though it's a great DSLR, there are plenty of equally attractive mirrorless alternatives.

Nikon D31000, I very much appreciate the relatively low cost and the available lenses for digital Nikons, I must admit to carrying around a point and shoot most of the time and using this Nikon mostly with a tripod less often. I have become a snapshot taker for most times.

3/24/2015

Nikon D7200 review

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The D7200 upgrades Nikon's APS-C workhorse with NFC, Wi-Fi and improved low-light shooting

Amateur Photography - The D7100 has been Nikon's enthusiast-level camera of choice for the past few years, but it was beginning to show its age in terms of connectivity, even in a field where manufacturers prefer to focus on pixel counts and burst speeds than Wi-Fi. A successor, the D7200, was announced earlier this month and the Photography Show in Birmingham was our first chance to get our hands on one.

The D7200 isn't a major upgrade over the D7100, but rather a refinement; it adds Wi-Fi and NFC for quick pairing to a smartphone, 60p video recording and a 15% battery life improvement. Otherwise, the specifications should sound familiar to D7100 owners, with a 24.2-megapixel APS-C sensor with no optical low-pass filter, 51-point AF system and EXPEED 4 image processor, all wrapped up in a weather-sealed magnesium alloy body.

That sensor is capable of ISO 100-25,600 shooting at up to 6fps (7fps in 1.3x crop mode). Expanded ISO modes are limited to black and white photography only. Burst speeds remain unchanged from the D7100, but Nikon has expanded the camera's buffer over the outgoing model for longer continuous bursts, meaning 27 RAW exposures or 100 JPEGs. This should make it an ideal camera for shooting fast-moving subjects - especially when paired with a 1/8000s maximum shutter speed. The AF points are now sensitive down to -3EV, which should help low light shooting. The D7100 was limited to -2EV. Unfortunately we weren't able to give this a proper test on the Photography Show floor, so we'll have to wait for a full review to pass final judgment.

In terms of design, little has changed here from the D7100. There are still plenty of buttons and dials on the front, top, and rear of the body, with an LCD display on the top for quickly checking shooting settings. Most of the buttons are within easy reach of your right hand, although the playback button is still squeezed in on the left, making it difficult to reach. As we've come to expect from Nikon's dSLR range, the mode dial locks automatically to prevent accidental changes, but it's still tricky to adjust one-handed.

The 3.2in, 1.2m dot LCD display on the back of the camera is completely fixed, which is a little disappointing but arguably not a surprise; Canon's rival 7D Mk II has a fixed display as well. It looked sharp and was bright enough to see clearly indoors, although we'll have to take one outside to see how it copes with direct sunlight.

Build quality was easily on par with the D7100, and although we found it comfortable to hold others have complained that the grip is a little small given the size and weight of the camera. At 765g without a lens, it's certainly not lightweight but feels reassuringly hefty with a high-quality piece of glass attached.

Video performance has been improved over the D7100 with 1080p 60fps recording, although only when the camera is set to 1.3x crop mode. Two new picture modes, Flat and Clarity, can be used with live view, and ISO sensitivity can be set to automatic when shooting in manual mode. A Zebra stripe highlight display helps confirm exposure and the built-in stereo microphone is a welcome addition as well, although naturally the hot shoe mount means you can add an external mic if you need clearer audio.

The D7200 has a lot to live up to, as the outgoing model is arguably the most desirable Nikon dSLR before you make the leap to full-frame, but we walked away from our early hands-on impressed. Wi-Fi and NFC will be welcome additions for nature photographers and the improved low-light shooting is a major bonus too.

It will be going on sale later this month, with UK prices expected to start around £940 for a body-only camera or £1,120 with the optional 18-105mm VR kit lens. We're hoping to have a full review in the next few weeks, so be sure to check back if you're looking for a new digital SLR.



2/28/2015

Nikon COOLPIX P530 Licensed Refurbished

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Nikon Coolpix P530 Certified Refurbished 
Zoom way in with the extraordinary power regarding 42x optical focus and capture sharpened close-up photos and also Full HD 1080p video lessons, then get insanely close with 84x Vibrant Fine Zoom—enough reach to determine small details with subjects far inside distance. Add the elective WU-1a Wireless Cellular Adapter and use a compatible smartphone or tablet to express your shots and even take pictures with the P530. The camera's fashionable, comfortable design that has a grip, electronic viewfinder and also high-resolution LCD allow it to become easy to figure and record, while optical Vibration Reduction helps keep shots sharp whenever your hands are a lttle bit unsteady. And if you want total resourceful freedom, manual modes can be quickly accessed from the mode dial.
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Get even closer to what matters
Move in close along with Dynamic Fine Move

Every COOLPIX was made around a true NIKKOR glass zoom lens, the legendary optics which may have helped make Nikon famous. The COOLPIX P530’s 42x optical zoom lens goes from wide-angle—great for portraits and landscapes—all the way up to telephoto—great for closeups of athletics, concerts, nature and much more. When you need all the more reach, zoom around 42x with optical focus and 84x along with Dynamic Fine Move, an enhanced digital zoom function which effectively doubles your current reach.

Compatible with the optional WU-1a Cellular Mobile Adapter for anytime, anywhere expressing
Connect the elective WU-1a Wireless Cellular Adapter and wirelessly transfer photos for a smartphone, tablet or perhaps any compatible Wi-Fi® allowed device. Use your works smartphone to promptly upload your shots towards web or email these to a friend. Use Nikon's cost-free Wireless Mobile Adapter Utility and remotely manage the COOLPIX P530—see what exactly the camera sees from your smartphone or pill and fire down shots!

Full manual exposure control helps you bring your creative vision someone's


The COOLPIX P530 takes exceptional images without attention, but when you need to take control regarding exposure, you can certainly. Select from

Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Goal or Manual setting and create with no limitations.


Full HI-DEF 1080p videos along with stereo sound for dazzling movies
If you want a compact camera which shoots stunning Whole HD videos, your COOLPIX P530 offers. Full HD 1080p means exceptional video good quality. Record the motion, then connect to an HDTV* and view your videos come alive. A built-in mic records high-quality audio tracks in stereo. Your videos will look and sound extraordinary.
*Requires optional wire

High-performance CMOS image sensor helps you shoot without the flash

Imagine having the capacity to shoot without the
flash at weddings, concerts, parties—anywhere your current flash normally shoots. You won't have to interrupt a moment to capture it, and your photos will look more natural and true for a memory. The COOLPIX P530 does so well with low light conditions that, in nearly all cases, using your flash is elective. Of course, when the lighting is incredibly poor and you'll need a flash, it'll always be there. e lighting is incredibly poor and you'll need a flash, it'll always be there. two photos of the seagull on the piling showing blur as well as a sharp shot applying VR

Don't sweat a little camera shake

Optical Vibration Decrease keeps the picture steadier, even if your hands are certainly not. Say goodbye in order to blurry photos, unstable videos and tripods.

Get cold action in the tracks

When the action quickens, simply hold your shutter button and also fire off around 7 continuous shots per second. Catch views may very well not have seen before as part of your photos.

Define look

Easily change the feel and look of your photographs with Color Possibilities. Select from Typical, Vivid, Black & White, Sepia and Cyanotype.

Lock focus on moving subjects

Kids and dogs and cats are always on the go. Fortunately, the Nikon COOLPIX P530 incorporates Subject Tracking, which automatically tresses onto a relocating subject and helps keep it in emphasis until you're prepared to take the picture.

WI-FI COMPATIBILITY


This camera's Wi-Fi® capability when using the WU-1a Wireless Cellular Adapter can only double with a works iPhone®, iPad®, and/or iPod touch® or perhaps smart devices running on the Android™ operating program. The Wireless Cellular Utility application must be installed on the device before it may be used with this camera.

Specification And feature


At a Glance
Effective Pixels
16.1 million
Sensor Size
1/2.3 in.
Monitor Size
3.0 in. diagonal
Monitor Type
Wide Viewing AngleTFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
5-level brightness adjustment
Storage Media
SD memory card
SDHC memory card
SDXC memory card
Movie
Full HD: 1920x1080/ 30p
Full HD: 1920x1080/ 25p
Full HD: 1920x1080/ 60i
Full HD: 1920x1080/ 50i
HD: 1280x720/ 30p
HD: 1280x720/ 25p
HS 1920x1080/ 15p
HS 1280x720/ 50p
HS 1280x720/ 60p
HS 1920x1080/ 12.5p
HS 640x480/ 100p
HS 640x480/ 120p
iFrame 720/ 30p
iFrame 720/ 25p
VGA 640x480/ 30p
VGA 640x480/ 25p
ISO Sensitivity
ISO 100-1600
ISO 3200, 6400 (available when using P, S, A or M mode)
ISO Hi 1 (equivalent to ISO 12,800) (available when using High ISO monochrome in special effects mode)
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution
Up to 7 shots at approx. 7 frames per second
Battery / Batteries
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5
Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
4.9 in. (122.8 mm) x 3.4 in. (84.1 mm) x 3.9 in. (98.2 mm) excluding projections
Approx. Weight
17.5 oz. (494 g) including battery and SD memory card
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Type
  • Type
Compact Digital Camera
Image Sensor
  • Effective Pixels
16.1 million
  • Image Sensor
CMOS
  • Sensor Size
1/2.3 in.
  • Total Pixels
16.76 million (approx.)
  • Image Size (pixels)
4608 x 3456 (16M)
Lens
  • Lens
42x optical Zoom, NIKKOR glass lens
  • Lens Focal Length
4.3-180mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 24-1000mm lens in 35mm [135] format)
  • Lens f/-number
f/3-5.9
  • Lens Construction
14 elements in 10 groups (4 ED lens elements)
  • Lens Zoom
42x
  • Digital Zoom
Up to 4x (angle of view equivalent to that of approx. 4,000mm lens in 35mm [135] format)
  • Vibration Reduction
Lens-shift VR
  • Aperture
Electronically-controlled 6-blade iris diaphragm
Autofocus
  • Autofocus (AF)
Contrast-detect AF
  • Autofocus (AF) Focus-area selection
Face priority
Manual (spot)
Manual (normal)
Manual (wide)
Subject tracking
Target Finding AF
  • Focus Range
[W]: Approx. 1 ft. 8 in. (50 cm.) to infinity
[T]: Approx. 6 ft. 7 in. (2 m.) to infinity
Macro mode: Approx. 0.4 in. (1 cm.) to infinity (wide-angle position) (All distances measured from center of front surface of lens)
  • Focus Lock
Yes
Viewfinder
  • Viewfinder
Electronic viewfinder, 0.5 cm (0.2-in.) approx. 201K-dot equivalent LCD with the diopter adjustment function (-4 to +4 m-1)
Monitor
  • Monitor Size
3.0 in. diagonal
  • Monitor Type
Wide Viewing AngleTFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
5-level brightness adjustment
  • Monitor Resolution
921,000-dots
  • Monitor Frame coverage (shooting mode)
100% horizontal (Approx.)
100% vertical (Approx.)
(compared to actual picture)
  • Monitor Frame coverage (playback mode)
100% horizontal (Approx.)
100% vertical (Approx.)
(compared to actual picture)
File System
  • Storage Media
SD memory card
SDHC memory card
SDXC memory card
  • Internal Memory
Approx. 56MB
  • Storage File System
DCF
EXIF 2.3
DPOF compliant
  • Storage File formats
Still pictures: JPEG
Sound files (Voice Memo): WAV
Movies: MOV (Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Audio: LPCM stereo)
Movie
  • Movie
Full HD: 1920x1080/ 30p
Full HD: 1920x1080/ 25p
Full HD: 1920x1080/ 60i
Full HD: 1920x1080/ 50i
HD: 1280x720/ 30p
HD: 1280x720/ 25p
HS 1920x1080/ 15p
HS 1280x720/ 50p
HS 1280x720/ 60p
HS 1920x1080/ 12.5p
HS 640x480/ 100p
HS 640x480/ 120p
iFrame 720/ 30p
iFrame 720/ 25p
VGA 640x480/ 30p
VGA 640x480/ 25p
Sensitivity
  • ISO Sensitivity
ISO 100-1600
ISO 3200, 6400 (available when using P, S, A or M mode)
ISO Hi 1 (equivalent to ISO 12,800) (available when using High ISO monochrome in special effects mode)
  • Lowest ISO Sensitivity
100
  • Highest ISO Sensitivity
12,800
Exposure
  • Exposure Metering
Matrix
Center-weighted
Spot
  • Exposure Control
Programmed auto exposure with flexible program
aperture-priority auto
exposure bracketing
manual
shutter priority auto
Exposure compensation (-2.0 to +2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV)
  • Exposure Modes
Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
Auto
Custom User
Manual (M)
Programmed Auto (P)
Scene
Scene Auto Selector
Special Effects
Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
  • Scene Modes
Backlighting
Beach
Black and White Copy
Close Up
Dusk/Dawn
Fireworks Show
Food
Landscape
Museum
Night Landscape
Night Portrait
Panorama Assist
Party/Indoor
Pet Portrait
Portrait
Scene Auto Selector
Snow
Sports
Sunset
  • In-Camera Image Editing
Crop
D-Lighting
Filter Effects
Glamour Retouch
Quick Retouch
Skin Softening
Small Picture
  • Exposure Compensation
± 2 EV in steps of 1/3
  • Exposure Lock
Yes
  • Exposure Bracketing
Yes
White Balance
  • White Balance
Auto 1 (Normal)
Auto 2 (Warm)
Choose color temp
Cloudy
Daylight
Flash
Fluorescent
Incandescent
White Balance Preset
Shutter
  • Shutter
Mechanical and CMOS electronic shutter
  • Shutter Speed
1/4000-1 sec.
1/4000 - 15 sec. (when ISO is set to 100 in M mode) When the aperture value is set to f/6.6-f/8.3 (wide-angle end)
  • Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution
Up to 7 shots at approx. 7 frames per second
  • Continuous Shooting Options
Best Shot Selector
Continuous H
Continuous H 60
Continuous H 120
Continuous L
Multi-shot 16
Pre-shooting cache
Single
  • Self-timer
Can be selected from 10 or 2 seconds duration
Flash
  • Built-in flash Range (approx.) (ISO sensitivity: Auto)
[W]: 0.5 to 8.0m (1 ft. 8 in. to 26 ft.)
[T]: 1.5 to 4.5m (5 ft. to 14 ft.)
  • Built-in Flash Control
TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes
  • Built-in Flash
Yes
Interface
  • Voice Memo Function
Yes
  • Interface
Hi-speed USB
  • Interface Data transfer protocol
MTP
PTP
  • HDMI Output
Can be selected from:
Auto
480p
720p
1080i
  • I/O terminal
Micro-USB connector
HDMI mini connector (Type C) (HDMI output)
  • Wi-Fi Functionality
Yes
via optional WU-1a
Supported Languages
  • Supported Languages
Arabic
Bengali
Bulgarian
Chinese (Simplified and Traditional)
Czech
Danish
Dutch
English
Finnish
French
German
Greek
Hindi
Hungarian
Indonesian
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Marathi
Norwegian
Persian
Polish
Portugese (European and Brazilian)
Romanian
Russian
Serbian
Swedish
Tamil
Telugu
Thai
Turkish
Ukranian
Vietnamese
Power
  • Power Sources
One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied)
AC Adapter EH-62A (available separately)
  • Charging Time
4 hours 10 minutes (when using Charging AC Adapter EH-70P and when no charge remains) (Approx.)
  • Battery / Batteries
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5
  • Battery Life (shots per charge)
Nikon Rechargeable: 240 shots (CIPA)

Miscellaneous
  • Tripod Socket
¼ in.
(ISO 1222)
  • Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
4.9 in. (122.8 mm) x 3.4 in. (84.1 mm) x 3.9 in. (98.2 mm) excluding projections
  • Approx. Weight
17.5 oz. (494 g) including battery and SD memory card
  • Operating environment
Temperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)

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2/26/2015

Nikon D810 FX Summary Reviews

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Nikon D810 FX - Harness the power of extreme resolution, jaw-dropping image quality and huge dynamic range in both stills and Full HD 1080p video applications. A newly designed 36.3 megapixel FX-format full-frame image sensor with no optical low-pass filter is paired with the thrilling performance of EXPEED 4 for staggering detail retention, noise-free images from ISO 64 to ISO 12,800, fast frame rates, cinematic video capabilities, in-camera editing features and outstanding energy efficiency. For still and multimedia photographers, the D810 will ignite your creativity and help you capture images that astound. For cinematographers and camera operators, the D810 will become one of the most versatile tools in your arsenal. The D810 will expand your vision and make you rethink what’s possible.

Where to Buy Nikon D810 FX 

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The evolution of high resolution.


One look at the jaw-dropping image quality possible with the D810 and you'll never look at image quality the same way. The level of detail and sharpness, the wide dynamic range and rich tonality in nearly any light is simply staggering—almost unimaginable until now. For still and multimedia photographers including landscape, studio, wedding and portrait pros, the D810 will ignite your creativity and help you capture images that astound. For cinematographers and camera operators, the D810 will become one of the most versatile and important tools in your arsenal. With meticulous autofocus, fast frame rates and image processing, smaller file formats, excellent energy efficiency and exciting new capabilities for all manners of shooting, the D810 expands your vision and lets you rethink what’s possible.

One look changes everything

The bar has been raised


The D810 truly raises the bar for image quality and dynamic range. An all-new FX-format full-frame image sensor design—36.3-megapixels with no optical low-pass filter—is paired with Nikon's innovative EXPEED 4 image processing for flawless detail retention from snow white to pitch black, beautiful noise-free images from ISO 64 to ISO 12,800, an extremely wide dynamic range, flattering well-saturated skin tones and much more. The combination reveals the true optical precision of NIKKOR lenses, which provide flawless rendering even at these pixel counts. For those seeking the ultimate in D-SLR image quality, the D810 delivers.



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Take productions to the next level

Outstanding on TV, video and film sets


The D810 is the full-frame D-SLR that cinematographers, camera operators and multimedia photographers have been waiting for. Bring the camera's remarkable image quality and dynamic range to 1080p videos recorded at 60/50/30/25/24p uncompressed to an external device, compressed to an internal CF/SD card or both simultaneously. Move between dark and light scenes without any iris or frame-rate adjustments thanks to ISO Auto Adjust. Smoothly change a shot's depth of field with power iris control. Shoot in a flat picture style that enhances dynamic range and streamlines post-production work. Even enjoy broadcast-caliber audio control right in the camera. Let the D810 and the vast collection of NIKKOR lenses take your production to the next level.

Command performance

Where speed and accuracy converge


The D810 performs with astounding speed and precision. Capture 5 fps at full resolution and in 5:4 crop mode, 6 fps in 1:2 crop mode and 7 fps in DX-crop mode*. Enjoy tack-sharp focus—crucial in high-resolution images—thanks to an Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX AF sensor that uses 51 focus points, including 15 cross-type sensors, 11 of which work all the way to f/8, plus a new Group Area AF. Internal vibration has been nearly eliminated with a newly designed sequencer mechanism and Electronic Front Curtain Shutter system. You can even quickly spot-check your focus by zooming in 46x on the large 3.2-inch 1,229k-dot display with RGBW alignment and monitor highlights during video capture with zebra striping right in the display. The D810 is as nimble as it is precise.

*When using optional MB-D12 battery pack and EN-EL18a battery (for up to 100 jpeg shots)

Where to Buy Nikon D810 FX 

UK Store's Click Here!  And USA Store's Click Here!

Liberating versatility

Thrilling new capabilities and inspiration


The D810 is a versatile camera for versatile shooters. Produce stunning star-trail images with unlimited continuous shooting—capture images for as long as your battery or memory card will allow. Create smooth, even time-lapse sequences thanks to new Exposure Smoothing. Preserve details in both the shadowy and bright areas of stage performances and other spot-lit situations with Highlight-weighted Metering. Use the D810's pop-up flash as a Commander for Nikon's Creative Light System—a major convenience for location photographers. Save your files in a new 12-bit uncompressed RAW size S* format that's half the size of RAW size L. Wherever your passion and inspiration takes you, the D810 will follow.

*In-camera RAW processing or some retouch options, such as image overlay, cannot be applied.

Supplied Accessories


    D810 Body Only
    EN-EL15 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
    MH-25a Battery Charger
    USB Cable Clip
    HDMI Cable Clip
    UC-E22 USB Cable
    AN-DC12 Strap
    BF-1B Body Cap
    BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cap
    DK-17 Eyepiece
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8/06/2014

Nikon Coolpix A VS Sigma Dp1 Merrill

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Nikon Coolpix A Previews

With the same sensor as the acclaimed D7000 DSLR, the Coolpix A certainly promises great things

The Coolpix A borrows the Graphic user interface from NIkon's DSLR line. as well as the sensor from the D7000 DSLR, and fits them into a slender, pocket-able body.

Nikon has developed a new 18,5mm optic for the model, with a 28mm-equivalent focal length and a respectable maximum aperture of f/2.8 while the inclusion of a hot-shoe on the top plate ensures compatibility with the company's family of Speed-light flashguns in addition to a handful of other accessories.

The camera goes on to list many other features commonly found in its DSLRs, Including Raw shooting in Nikon's NEF format, a 3in LCD screen with a 921k-dot resolution, and the Virtual Horizon levelling feature. Full HD videos can also be REcorded. With control over exposure on hand.

As is common among such cameras the Coolpix A offers a moderate level of customisation, which includes two user-specific settings on the mode dial and function buttons on the camera's front and rear plates. Those wanting to manually focus may do so with the ring which encircles the lens, while anyone with a keen interest in time-lapse photography will be pleased to learn of a built in interval-meter.


Performance

Anyone familiar with Nikon's DSLR line will be able to start shooting with the coolpix A with little bother, thanks to the adoption of the same interface. what they, or anyone else may find more difficult to uncover is the way of accessing the movie setting, which is bizarrely buried within the camera's Release mode settings (the closest you can get to convenience is to assign the Release mode to a Function button).

Although the buttons on the left side of the LCD necessitate two handed operation with the command dial, this soon becomes second nature. There's much to like elsewhere too, the camera powers up promptly with a gentle nudge of the collar around the shutter release button. and there's Virtually no delay before the camera's ready to shoot. The LCD screen is crisp and high in Contrast, and it shows plenty of detail which makes checking focus easy.

The autofocus system does tend to slow things down, however, bouncing back and forth more than expected before any confirmation. although in good light it's unlikely to be deemed "too" slow in poor light, meanwhile, the AF assist lamp does at least help to keep speeds reasonable.

Nikon has combined an aluminium alloy body with a magnesium top plate for the Coolpix A, and fashioned most of the dials out of metal too, At just shy of 300g when loaded with a battery and card the camera is certainly lighter than expected. and it's difficult to find any weaknesses around the body. Some may take umbrage at the lack of a more substantial grip, although the slim leatherette strip does at least help to keep size and weight down. One could argue the buttons on the rear don't protrude far away from the back plate, although all press positively into the camera.

Sigma DP1 Merrill Previews

With a totally different sensor from almost any other camera, does the DP1 Merrill offer anything special?


As with Sigma's other cameras, the DP1 Merrill uses a sensor based on the Foveon X3 Direct IMage technology, where by the extent to which wavelengths of light penetrate its silicon layers determine the colour. This differs from the more conventional method of capturing a single colour at each photo-site and interpolating the other two primary colours from neighbouring values.

Because of this. Sigma claims the camera has a 46MP sensor, by which it means there are there 15.3MP layers. although opening up such an image in an image editing program shows images to measure 14.75MP.

The rest of the camera's specs adhere to the more traditional enthusiast compact template. The 19mm f/2.8 prime lens equates to 28mm in 35mm term. while the 3in LCD screen bears a 920k-dot resolution. The body shares its magnesium alloy construction with many other enthusiast compacts, while full manual exposure control. Raw shooting and hot-shoe all feature too, although videos can only be recorded to a maximum VGA resolution (640 x 480) which is disappointing for a camera of the DP1 merrill's billing.

Performance

The camera turn on in around a second but it's only ready to focus and shoot after a further slight delay. the fact that it also doesn't sport a convenient built in lens cover (as on many other models) mean that the lens cap also needs to be removed before shooting, which makes start up a two stage process.

although the camera's 920k-dot LCD screen is capable of resolving fine detail, this is only realised when using the menus and playing back image, When composing-images, the feed shows significantly less detail, which is further compromised by artefacts, and colours are relatively desaturated when composing images too. ALl of this is disappointing when you consider the discerning user at which the camera is targeted, and makes checking accurate focus more difficult than it should be.

The menu system is difficult to fault though, its construction logical and descriptions clear and unabbreviated. The ease with which the command dial can be accessed by the forefinger also makes its navigation easy. while the QS button allows you to jump to and change eight commonly-used settings without entering the main menu, which speeds things up.

While a bulky body can sometimes benefit the way a camera handles, the portly DP1 Merrill's delivers a less than satisfactory handling experience. This is largely thanks to the lack of a proper grip of thumb rest, which makes the smooth body feel less secure in the hand than desired. this being said, the command dial is far easier to operate than on similar models given both its size and positioning, while the broad rear plate allows enough room for a well spaced set of controls There's also no doubting the camera's solidity, with its magnesium alloy body unyielding to any pressure.

How They Compare

Each Camera has its plus and minus points on its own, but how do they fare against each other?
These three cameras share many commonalities. Each has an APS-C sensor without an anti aliasing filter - the only notable difference here is Sigma's non standard Foveon X3 sensor architecture - as well as a lens with an effective focal length of 28mm and a maximum aperture of f/2.8 Each also has a 3in LCD screen. The DPI1 merrill is notable for being the only camera not to have an HD video mode, with its VGA video option an underwhelming substitute (although to many this won't be a deal breaker) it's also the only camera not to have a built in flash, which is particularly disappointing considering its dreadful high sensitivity performance.


Nikon Coolpix A Pros And Cons

Pros

- Noise Control
- very good LCD
- Great shot to shoot times
- Best video quality on test

Cons

- No dedicated movie button
- Focus can be slow at times
- Far too expensive

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Sigma DP1 Merrill Pros And Cons

Pros

- Capuable of great detail
- Superb GUI
- OVersized mode dial makes changing certain settings easy

Cons

- Bulky body
- NO proper grip
- VGA videos
- Unsightly noise at higher ISOs

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