I desire good quality images in auto mode while I learn how to use all the manual settings. Is the coolpix p7100 a good fit?
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The p7100 takes really nice shots in auto mode. However, it is a touch slower than I would like. Granted, I am comparing it do a D7000...
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I purchased the Coolpix P7100 for my wife. The initial pictures she took were great, with little camera experience. As for me I enjoy the many options the camera offers. This is the best small camera on the market with a view finder.
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I mostly use auto mode, and my pictures are generally of good quality. One feature it has that I really like is an easy,quick, convenient way to increase or decrease exposure by up to three stops.
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Yes denise, really this camera works very well in auto modes, i like it because it has a vintage Style!, but it is a med-high level you can review specs in dpreview web page. Rgs
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I don't often use auto mode but have never had any problems with image quality when I have. Took it to Dubai a couple of years ago and did a series of images (in auto mode) for a panorama. Stitched them and made a 39" X 9" panoramic print from the images that came out great.
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We bought the P7100 for my wife who wanted a better point and shoot and wanted a view finder.. She hasn't read any of the manual and the 600+ photos from our recent cruise are just great. On the other end, I've started using it because it has some features my older SLR digital lacks!
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Auto mode picks the best possible settings from a huge internal library. Auto ISO enables low light pics without flash. The only issue is in bright light(in all Modes) Frank Wilson mentioned in a previous post the quick set dial for adjusting exposure. I find Setting it to -.3 gives good results. You can always brighten picture but can't darken washed out ones. Picture quality is impressive.
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Yeah. You are spot on!! :)This is a perfect camera for that choice. it has a good sensor with excellent image quality. It is really very good. Only thing is that the panorama stitching of photos has to be done on computer using the software provided.Except that it has lots of controls which you can play with.
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Thanks ! waiting for the review to make the buy, my second choice will be the Nikon cooplix P100...
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This is my 3rd digital camera. It is not as intuitive as my last camera (Pentax Optio) which I loved using until it broke. Once you get it set to automatic though you should be ok. Also you have to download the manual from the CD that comes with it and either print it out yourself or go to your computer when you want to find answers.
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http://imaging.nikon.com/lineup/coolpix/p/p330/spec.htmVery nice camera, especially if you ever used a nikon slr.
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Yes. Go for it, it is a fantastic camera. I'm a pro photographer, and can truly tell you that is the best PS out there. Best regards.
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I have this camera and love it. I rarely use the camera in Auto mode, since I like selecting a "scene" setting instead. Go to scene and just leave your camera on "landscape" setting for most things. You have lots of options to choose in the scene settings and if you turn the flash off, it will never pop up! If you are in a low light setting, choose night landscape, night portrait or the museum setting. Your camera won't need the flash!
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I replaced my Canon 60d and smaller Sony A55 with an Olympus E-P3. I've owned several intro/mid-level dSLRs, and I would say the E-P3 was my favorite camera of all time. My pictures were amazing, it was fast, and best of all was that it was truly portable - perfect for my hiking trips. Were you mainly using the camera in auto mode? I always used it in manual, so can't really tell you how good or bad the camera did in 'A' mode - but in manual mode it was nearly perfect. The lenses you use may also play a role. My favorite lens of all time had been (maybe still is) the Canon 24-70mm lens, and I thought I would never find something that worked just as well, but I came across the Panasonic 14-140mm lens, which is super amazing, and became my favorite and main lens for the E-P3. The lack of viewfinder was never an issue for me, since I used the VF-2 view finder by Olympus. Sure, I was never happy using the E-P3 without the viewfinder, so I kept it on most of the time. I did sell the E-P3 on Ebay soon after the OM-D was announced. I figured that if the E-P3 had become my favorite camera of all time, getting the OM-D would be a no brainer since the specs are better than the E-P3 and it included a built in viewfinder. I have used an NEX-5 (first gen) in the past, and I must say I hated that camera due to how hard it made to shoot in 'M' mode; however, Sony released the NEX-7, a nearly perfect camera targeted towards potential dSLR owners. Deciding between the NEX-7 and the OM-D is a challenge, and they each have their pluses and negatives; however, those looking to replace a dSLR for some trips, shouldn't consider anything other than the OM-D(m4/3) or NEX-7(e-mount) for the time being; although, I bet Panasonic has something in the works to compete with Sony and Olympus.
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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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Sure, the camera is easy to operate and comes with a detailed instruction manual and CD. The full auto mode and presets will get you along way, to start.
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In auto mode it is the equivalent of a point and shoot. Beyond that everything is adjustable and you need to understand the relationship of Fnumbers, shutter speed and ISO settings and their individual effects on your photo. If you wish to go beyond the beginner stage this camera is great because everything can be individually controlled. Otherwise save your money.
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I don't expect this to be a very difficult camera to use. There's always the auto mode to fall back on.The key point to take note of is really how good and fast the autofocus is. You'll want to wait for reviews to appear before making your decision. I've the X100 and the autofocus performance there wasn't up to my expectation - it wasn't as fast and accurate as I like.
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I'm sorry I can't answer that question because I could never get the "auto" portion to work. All I get is a stationary picture, which is a pretty good view. I called the Swann tech support but they never helped to my satisfaction. If you want a camera with patrol ability, you're going to have to pay the price.Don't get me wrong, this is a good camera but it is not all it's cracked up to be.
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This was my upgrade from a point and shoot. So far I've mostly used auto mode but looking forward to learning more. I feel this camera gives me tons off room to grow. Look for a guide like Beyond Auto Mode.
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I can't compare it to a Canon S series since I don't have one; however, the picture is sharp for a P&S; especially of this pocketable size. The zoom range works well. Panasonic has done a very nice job with their auto mode. I usually don't like automatic modes as they don't do what I want. however, I find myself leaving the camera in auto mode more and more. one feature I like is that auto mode will automatically recognize when to go to Macro mode and does it when you want. Save a lot of time finding the button to take a photo of a flower or something small on a hike.
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I have both the D3200 and a D7100 I use it for both from time to time it works well with both of them.
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Yes, this camera is fully automatic when you want it to be, but it also allows you to override that and get more creative when needed. I've owned Canon's since the 70's and have never been disappointed. I think you'll find this a good choice for you. Good luck!
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Myrna, Have you gotten your camera, yet? If so, what do you think of it? This would be my first digital camera, and what attracts me to this is that it has manual controls. I would be learning photography on it, so I figure I should have manual and auto controls. I am looking to get a Panasonic because a sales person at Best Buy raved about them and said they have the best lenses. To be honest, I know practically nothing about photography, but have had an interest in it for many years. Do you think this camera would be a good plact to start, at least digitally? Thanks, M