Advice please, best point and shoot Nikon camera? Friends getting married & requested a Nikon Coolpix! I am a Nikon SLR owner. Help!
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Great point and shoot for wet locations. No moving parts for sand to foul up, just rinse and dry before opening the battery compartment. be careful not to scratch the lens as there is no cover on it. for regular shooting I would suggest something else with flash, optical zoom etc
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This is an excellent camera for use in the elements (beach, pool, outdoors in the rain), especially for the price. I'm sure other models would work better for general shooting purposes and would be much smaller. This camera has a waterproof housing which adds some bulk to its overall size, not really a "pocket camera."
1375608
I bought this camera for our government office staff. They asked for a relatively inexpensive camera that could take a bit of beating and sometimes they have dropped cameras into water while doing field work. This camera has rave reviews from our staff as it was suitable for their work. I have just ordered a third one that has been shipped out today. So far it is great!
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"beautiful" can be a personal opinion. maybe u can post some pics so we can see what u call "beautiful". It will surely help me and other buyers make a good decision on which camera they should buy. and can u tell me, please, if the processor is fast. my mum has a cannon and it takes long to process the shot taken>preview it>& go back to the camera viewer....that stinks. Thanks in advance.
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I would suggest getting the D610 instead at this point. All those folks that claimed that there Was no serious problem with the sensor on the D600 now have to explain why Nikon has a new model out in just one year. And it only has one area of improvement- the shutter. The shutter was the suspected culprit. Hmmm...
1030214
Say what? I missed that. I've called them, I've begged them, I've pleaded mercilessly to find out how to get this camera for my Apr. 24 first wedding shoot! Is this a cabbage patch kid? Next they'll be issuing lotto numbers. It's making me crazy. But I still want this camera!!!!!!!
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Did you ever get a lens? I'm making the same decision now. If so, what did you buy? Are you happy with your decision? Is there anything else you would add that would help me make a decision. Thanks!
257774
No review because... it's not released yet! :) Can't review what's not there.But I do agree with you, this camera does seem to have everything that a semi-professional or budget-professional could want in an SLR digital camera. It's just a shame that I have to wait until October, because I have a wedding to shot in September and my old digital SLR isn't working properly (have had it for several years).Just one negative to this sweet baby... according to the pictures, I do not see a hotshoe. :(
1392155
Thank you very much for your review and for posting the pics, which look really great. I am kicking myself for not preordering this camera. I kept vacillating between the Pentax K-X and this one. I would like to be able to take good photos in low light and to have a big zoom (like a moon shot, for example). Any insight you might have would be welcome.
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I have been wondering the same thing & still can't decide. I was wondering if you have decided yet & if so which way you went? I have a Pentax Optio A10 right now & I love everything about it except the shutter speed so I have been looking for a new one & can't decide between the Sony DSCW80 & the Canon SD1000.
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I have had this camera about a month and came a cross this site. http://www.tlc-systems.com/artzen2-0083.htm It is the most helpful piece of info on how to use the darn thing as well as explain the good and bad points of taking pictures with this particular camera. The pix's are amazing and the author is an excellant writer. Hope you get as much out of it. It is a bit long but take it one piece at a at time and by the end of the piece you will have more than enough info to Move forward in using this amazing camera and making some amazing photo memories. Good luck
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The reason I picked the Nikon Coolpix L610 was that it uses AA batteries. That way when I'm out shooting (hiking or at beach), I just carry a bunch of extra AA batteries on me and can continue shooting all day long.
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As someone who spent months in research (and finally decided on the NIKON) allow me to offer my advice: The NIKON P80 has a new sensor with 10.1MP (size 1/2.33" and a pixel density of 36MP/cm2). On its plus side, the small size (although it turns long when zoomed all in), the comprehensive menu and the overall built. On the minus side, the NIKON, although perfectly capable, will not take the best photo if left on Auto. The PANASONIC FZ18 has an older 8.1MP sensor (size 1/2.5" and a pixel density of 32MP/cm2). On its plus size, the impeccable LEICA lens system (and quite short even at maximum zoom), the handy joystick, the great image quality and the mechanical stabilization (the only one of these three that comes with it). On the minus side, the FZ18 is a bit larger that the P80 - and is bound to be replaced by Christmas. The FUJI S8100FD was never a contender for me. With a 10MP sensor (size 1/2.3" and a pixel density of 35MP/cm2) it is not too shabby. Yet, its overall design was not to my liking at all (of course that is a personal preference). The best advice a professional photographer gave me was this: choose the best lens and then the best sensor. Then make sure it is a camera for your level. The PANASONIC has the best lens whereas the NIKON has the best sensor (these cameras are still Point&Shoot, nowhere near the sensor sizes of a DSLR). Bottom line: if new to digital photography or do not care to be concerned with all the tweaking, go with the PANASONIC - it has a much better intelligent Auto (iA) function. If more experienced or would like to be more involved in taking a photo, go with the NIKON. Happy shooting!
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Well I can't tell you what to purchase BUT I can tell you how I arrived at the decision to buy my Nikon D5200. I made a big list. First I listed the things that I wanted on my camera and the things I wanted to do with it. Next I listed the different cameras that I was interested in and what they would do, out of the box, and what they could do with add-on (accessories). Finally I put the price of each different camera on to my list. Now the hard part. Deciding which camera gave me the most from my list. I chose the Nikon based on my needs and wants. I would also suggest you go to your local Best Buy and camera shop and look at and try each of the cameras you are interested in. Look for package or kit deals as they will save you $. I am very happy with my D5200 but just so you are aware, Nikon has come out with a D5300 which has a couple of added features over the D5200. Good Luck
984611
I very much appreciate your comments and suggestions, I finally decided to buy the camera. I am eager to use it and test its features. After my experience will comment. Greetings
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I'm a Nikon girl, but the Olympus Pen E-PL3 has quickly become my favorite camera. In fact, I just went on a quick trip to Paris and this was the camera I brought and came home with the same quality of shots that I would have gotten with my (much heavier) Nikon equipment. I also have to say - it's SO MUCH FUN!!! Scott Bourne named it his 2011 camera of the year - take a look at his site and search for the E_PL3, he really has a thorough review and follow-ups.
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check out their website (blog) for updates - i am using a Nikon D4 and they say it is in beta but it works fine on my iphone and ipad and my mac mini for sending the actual pictures ;)
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Did any of you read this review? http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-D5000-D90-Compared-to-Canon-Rebel-T1i-500D.shtmlD5000 seems to be an easy pick. I am now tossing my coin between D90 and D5000.
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Thanks so much for the response. After much research, I know I want this camera. What a great deal, I'll order mine tonight!