I now own a Coolpix S 9300 and I am not satisfied with it's resolution. Can I expect better resolution with the P7800. Will the P7800 match the resolution of an SLR?
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Resolution is directly related to mega-pixels, but there are other more important factors that influence image quality. They include image noise, color depth, and dynamic range, which are all related to the size of the sensor. The P7800 has a larger sensor than the S9300, so the P7800 will produce much higher quality images, especially in low light. The P7800 will not match the image quality of a DSLR because a DSLR has a much larger sensor than the P7800. A DSLR will always beat a smaller camera when it comes to image quality, but the trade off is that the camera is larger and heavier. The quality of the optics is also important, and the P7800 has a faster, higher quality lens than the S9300. Hope this helps!
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I have had this camera P7800 only a few months but I find it to be extremely good in low light. I have been able to greatly enlarge dark areas of pictures and still keep very good sharpness. Right now I do not own a recent SLR (because of SLR weight in the conditions I mostly take pictures) so I cannot compare P7800 with an SLR, but an SLR would certainly beat it. It is also very sharp on closeups. I do not know the S9300.
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I have been using the P7800 hard for a couple of months. The resolution has amazed me. Sharpness and detail is fantastic for such a small camera. This is the most versatile small camera I have ever used. I am carrying it to Europe this fall and believe it is going to perform well.
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We love our, the low light pictures are great and it's easier than our Nikon One
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Roger,The P7800 was purchased to replace a Coolpix S710. It is our 4th Nikon digital camera. My wife has the D70S which she loves, but is just too bulky for everyday use. I do not know anything about the S9300. I would say that the P7800 can shoot pictures almost as good as the D70. I am not sure what type of picture taking you like to do, but we have found the P7800 to be about the best all-around digital camera. Meaning it takes great pictures in a dim environment, daylight, inside, close up, far away, just a great all around camera. I hope this helps.Gary
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I'm also trying to decide between the Nikon Coolpix P90 and Olympus sp590uz. I mostly take pictures of wildlife, but need an occasional picture of family or knitting projects in doors. Can someone point me in the right direction? Thanks,
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I Have upgraded from D300. I find the D=600 to be a good camera with full frame capability which is what I wanted to get. I would recommend it.
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The s6800 has a CMOS sensor; and the s4--- models do not. The CMOS sensor is better as far as picture quality (incl. better low light pictures). It took me 1 minute to realize the s4-whatever model was not for me and I immediately started looking for cameras with the CMOS sensor. I do not know all about cameras so I have been doing tons and tons of research (probably overkill) to make sure I pick the right one (for me). If you can, pick a model with the CMOS sensor. And congratulations!
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I have been tossing and turning over this very same dilema. After MUCH research, I have settled on the sd800 for the following reasons: #1- The .28 wide angle lens (great to have indoors and for group shots!!) #2- 7.1mp is PLENTY! Don't get up in the more mp is more trap! It just slows down picture taking, transferring and printing. Unless you are literally making posters, it is impossible to distinguish any difference between 7mp and 8mp. #3- The 2.5" screen looks huge in person, but the 3" (which I thought I wanted) leaves no room for your right thumb. This might sound stupid, but I've held both cameras, and it felt like I had to really work to keep my thumb off of that 3" screen (again, avoid the "more is more" draw). These, along with the price were enough to tip the scale for me. Hope this helps!
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This is a little large for the Coolpix. There may not be enough area around the LCD to attach the viewfinder - you know this is not an EVF, but an optical attachment, right? It's as big as the S9500! Mainly used for DSLR videography -
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Honestly, it depends. SD950 has 12MP pixels, which is 50% more than SD850. It will transforms to around 20% more in each dimension (a photo is two-dimensional image). So if a photo taken by SD850 can print up to 12"x16" clearly without blurry, now this new SD950 will be able to get a clear 15"x20" print. For me, it does not matter that much since I only print out no bigger than 8"x10". But I am sure it matters a lot for some applications such as posters, and for those applications people will be more than happy to pay $100 extra to get SD950.
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Hello Block, Thanks so much for the reply. i've heard the same things about the pixels not making too much of a difference after a while. the 890's wide screen and extra zoom are enticing! eek! still deciding but thanks for the response!
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Ben, the images out of the SX200 are not blurry at all, even in low light conditions due to the wonderful stabilizer.I was worried at first, then I printed out some pics 8 X10 and WOWWWWWWWI do not miss the Superfine anymore. In addition to that, now I am able to email full resolution pics :)I am still an S80 owner. The SX200 is much faster in everything even zooming at max and in low light conditions.
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As far as camera quality and picture quality, etc, they are equivalent?I purchased the T700, didn't realize there was a T77 available. I am considering returning and getting the T77 because of the price.
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Hello Mary: To begin with, the camera you have is a Point & Shoot model (P&S), or all-in-one type. These kind of cameras are convenient because you can take them anywhere - in a pocket, purse, or whatever. But they have tremendous image quality tradeoffs and they employ a very, very small sensor. They often wind up displaying more levels of image noise and other artifacts than more advanced models. The GX1 is a Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Model of camera. It employs a much larger sensor and this translates into much larger per pixel sizes. As a result, the GX1 displays much less noise and does very, very well at much higher ISO scenarios. Yet it is still a very light camera, and depending on the type of lens you put on it, it can also be very compact. Now, most people who have a small P&S camera and want to "move up" tend to initially be leery about getting a larger, more advanced model. But you shouldn't be. This GX1 (I have two of them because it is such a nice model) will net you pictures that can knock your socks off - it's that good. When you get one, you can just put your camera into Program or Automatic mode, which means the camera makes all the decisions for you. But as you gain more knowledge, the camera grows with you, and once you really know what you're doing (assuming you're an amateur), the GX1 will really open up your eyes to what it can do. I can't speak highly enough of it and I do lots of photo work in various scenarios. I currently use around 20 different advanced cameras, yet the GX1 is one of my favorite models. And lately, with the almost "give-away" prices, you'd be a fool not to get one. If you want to see some photo samples taken with the GX 1, you can just email me at: benherrmann@centurylink.net and I'll gladly send you some so you can see the rich color tonality and nice definition of photos that this camera can generate. Ben Herrmann Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
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Thanks for the opinion on the LX3, I think I'll wait for one of the these new Canons. Agree with your point on megapixels too, it's seems like 12mp is probably overkill for these small image sensors, so I expect I'll probably crank mine down to 10 or 8 to see if I get less noise. Digic 4 sounds pretty cool too, hopefully that will help.
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I'm having the same debate with myself! and as far as I can tell (novice!) the extra mega pixels won't make that much dif and I would rather have better zoom (personal pref) capabilites. I look for the increased ISO range now. From what people have told me, some of these cameras don't do so well in low light and the higher that no. is the better the pic will be with less light-that's if I understood it correctly! BTW, I have decided to get the 890, I believe it's the wide angle one of the two! good luck and enjoy-think about a warranty of some type-that was also encouraged by my photo buddies! I'm having the same debate with myself! and as far as I can tell (novice!) the extra mega pixels won't make that much dif and I would rather have better zoom (personal pref) capabilites. I look for the increased ISO range now. From what people have told me, some of these cameras don't do so well in low light and the higher that no. is the better the pic will be with less light-that's if I understood it correctly! BTW, I have decided to get the 890, I believe it's the wide angle one of the two! good luck and enjoy-think about a warranty of some type-that was also encouraged by my photo buddies!
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I am sorry I know nothing about the Coolpix P7800 (size etc.) can not answer your question.
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I don't know. I have a coolpix aw100 - no idea if it takes the same battry as the s80.
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I have two SB-910's, no problems. Much better refresh time than the SB-700 I have. I will keep up with the D800 fps with no problem.
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Does anyone know the differences in the sensor size for the two cameras? Megapixel count doesn't necessarily mean better PQ, but a larger sensor does, right?