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  • Nikon Coolpix P1000 shoots for the moon with 3000mm equiv. zoom

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    If the 24-2000mm equivalent lens on the Nikon Coolpix P900 wasn’t enough for you, then we bring good news: Nikon has announced its Coolpix P1000, which brings the telephoto end up to a once unthinkable 3000mm equiv. The lens has a maximum aperture of F2.8-8, compared to F2.8-6.5 on the P900, and has both ED and Super ED elements. This monster of a lens accepts 77mm filters and has two zoom speeds.

    The P1000 has dedicated moon and bird positions on the mode dial

    If you use Nikon’s ‘Dynamic Fine Zoom’ feature, the equivalent focal length rises to 6000mm (with some loss in image quality). Still not enough? If, for some reason, you need 12000mm of reach and don’t mind a substantial loss in image quality, you can use the camera’s 4X digital zoom. If you’re wondering just how large this camera is, it’s roughly 360mm / 14″ long with the lens extended and weighs in at a whopping 1.4kg / 3.1lbs.

    As with its predecessor, the P1000 has a 16MP, 1/2.3″ sensor that offers an ISO range of 100-6400, along with Raw support, which wasn’t found on the P900 and represents a welcome addition. It can shoot continuously at 7 fps, but only for 7 shots. In a nod to its potential use cases, the P1000 has dedicated moon and bird positions on the mode dial. Photos and movies can be compared on a fully articulating LCD (which is not touch-enabled) or an 2.36M-dot OLED viewfinder.

    The P1000 can also capture 4K/UHD video at 30p or 25p as well as 1080p from 60 fps down to 25 fps. The camera has a external mic input and offers manual exposure controls and clean HDMI output.

    Wireless features include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and the camera can be controlled via your smartphone, the new ML-L7 Bluetooth remote or the MC-DC2 wired shutter release. Battery life is rated at 250 shots per charge.

    The Nikon Coolpix P1000 will be available in September for $ 999.

    Official samples

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    Press Release

    THE SUPERZOOM COOLPIX P1000 OFFERS AN ASTOUNDING 125X ZOOM TO CAPTURE YOUR WORLD AND BEYOND

    With its Impressive NIKKOR 24-3000mm Equivalent Optical Zoom Lens and Advanced Shooting Controls, the New COOLPIX P1000 Brings Creative Possibilities Closer Than Ever

    MELVILLE, NY (JULY 10, 2018 AT 12:01 A.M. EDT) – Today, Nikon Inc. announced the COOLPIX P1000, the new undisputed powerhouse of superzooms. With an incredible 125X optical zoom (24-3000mm equivalent) powered by high performance NIKKOR optics; the P1000 is the ideal companion camera for birding, sports, wildlife and celestial-photographers seeking superior performance from extreme distances. Beyond its incredible zoom range, the versatile 16-megapixel COOLPIX P1000 captures 4K UHD video and offers a myriad of manual controls, as well as user-friendly functions including built-in Wi-Fi1 and Bluetooth2 connectivity, letting photographers of all levels explore and share their creativity.

    “The COOLPIX P1000 is the first of its kind for a compact digital camera,” said Jay Vannatter, Executive Vice President, Nikon Inc. “It raises the bar for superzoom cameras and is a testament to our commitment to delivering innovative tools that offer creative freedom to capture and allow users to share their unique visions of the world.”

    Powerful Optics go the Distance

    The COOLPIX P1000 incorporates state-of-the-art NIKKOR technology, designed with ED and Super ED lens elements, boasts the world’s most powerful3 125X optical zoom lens (24-3000mm f/2.8-8) and 250X Dynamic Fine Zoom4, equivalent to a staggering 6000mm from macro to extreme distances. This powerful zoom range gives the P1000 the versatility to chronicle an adventure filled vacation, capture a favorite ballplayer from the top tier of a stadium or fill the frame with celestial objects like the moon, that normally only a telescope could reach.

    To handle such extreme distances, the camera is equipped with the latest Nikon EXPEED image processing system and Dual Detect Optical VR technology for 5-stops5 of camera shake compensation that help capture sharp images and reduce blur. Featuring a 16-megapixel back-side illuminated (BSI) CMOS sensor and expanded ISO range up to 6400, the P1000 affords users the versatility to capture superior image quality even under challenging lighting conditions. The COOLPIX P1000 also boasts a variety of high-speed features including a quick start-up and fast Autofocus (AF) system, making it an ideal choice for capturing action from the sidelines of your kid’s soccer game or from an adventure-packed safari. Additionally, whether capturing a ballplayer sliding into home plate or photographing a bird in flight from afar, users will feel confident finding, tracking and capturing these far-away subjects using the camera’s snap-back zoom feature which temporarily expands the field of view for super-telephoto shots.

    Versatility Ignites Creativity

    The COOLPIX P1000 makes it easier than ever for photographers to express their personal creativity. Through its host of manual functions and RAW (NRW) image output, the P1000 is great for advanced users seeking precise control from point of capture to post-production. The COOLPIX P1000 offers an innovative control layout complete with a function button, command dial and mode dial to bring frequently used functions to a photographer’s fingertips.

    Additionally, the camera includes a focus mode selector that can be used to change the focus mode and a control ring that allows for the adjustment of settings such as the white balance and manual focus. Photographers will find the camera’s built-in 2.3-million dot OLED electronic viewfinder (EVF) helpful when composing their shot, while the Vari-Angle 3.2-inch 921K-dot TFT LCD display is ideal for capturing challenging angles like framing a performer on a concert stage.

    The COOLPIX P1000 offers numerous picture controls, creative modes and filter effects to help photographers bring their creative vision to life. Whether capturing the night sky or a bird perched on a tree branch, users can take advantage of the camera’s designated scene modes, such as Moon Mode and Bird Watching Mode, to automatically adjust settings to deliver brilliant results in a variety of environments. While amazing for extreme zoom, the COOLPIX P1000 also supports versatile shooting scenarios like capturing macro images from as close as 1 cm away. Beyond mastering still photography from both near and far, the P1000 is also capable of incredible 4K UHD video with stereo audio recording and time-lapse effects to further expand artistic expression. Lastly, with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, images will transfer automatically to a photographer’s compatible mobile device so family and friends can view stunning vacation moments or epic shots of the night sky in real time.

    New Accessory: Bluetooth Connected Remote

    The new COOLPIX P1000 is equipped with an accessory terminal and an accessory shoe that supports a wide variety of compatible devices, including external Nikon Speedlights. To bring more capabilities and creative control to photographers, Nikon also announced the new ML-L7 Bluetooth connected remote as another optional accessory available for the COOLPIX P1000. The ML-L7 Bluetooth connected remote control expands the shooting possibilities of the P1000 by enabling users to trigger various camera functions, including video start and smooth zoom control, remotely.

    Price and Availability

    The COOLPIX P1000 will have a suggested retail price (SRP) of $ 999.95* and will be available in September 2018. The new ML-L7 Bluetooth connected remote control will also be available in September 2018 for a SRP of $ 49.95*. For more information on COOLPIX P1000 and other Nikon products, please visit www.nikonusa.com.

    1. This camera’s built-in Wi-Fi® capability can only be used with a compatible iPhone®, iPad®, and/or iPod touch® or smart devices running on the Android™ operating system. The Nikon SnapBridge application must be installed on the device before it can be used with this camera.

    2. The camera’s built-in Bluetooth® capability can only be used to connect the camera to a compatible smart device running the SnapBridge app, and to take advantage of SnapBridge features. The Nikon SnapBridge application must be installed on the device before it can be used with this camera.

    Using the SnapBridge App System Requirements:

    • Android 5.0 or later or 6.0.1 or later
    • A device with Bluetooth 4.0 or later (i.e., a device that supports Bluetooth Smart Ready/Low Energy) is required.
    • The SnapBridge app is available for compatible iPhone®, iPad® and/or iPod touch®, and for smart devices running the AndroidTM operating system. The app can be downloaded free of charge from Apple’s App Store® and GooglePlayTM. Nikon SnapBridge can be used only with compatible cameras.

    3. Among compact digital cameras available as of July 10, 2018. Statement based on Nikon research.

    4. At the maximum image size. The maximum zoom ratio varies by image size. The zoom ratio indicated for Dynamic Fine Zoom is the combined ratio of optical zoom from the maximum wide-angle position and digital zoom.

    5. Measured in accordance with CIPA standards at approx. 350mm (equivalent focal length in 35mm [135] format).

    *SRP (Suggested Retail Price) listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.

    **Specifications, equipment and release dates are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

    Nikon Coolpix P1000 specifications

    Price
    MSRP $ 999
    Body type
    Body type SLR-like (bridge)
    Sensor
    Max resolution 4608 x 3456
    Image ratio w:h 4:3
    Effective pixels 16 megapixels
    Sensor photo detectors 17 megapixels
    Sensor size 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm)
    Sensor type BSI-CMOS
    Processor Nikon Expeed
    Color space sRGB
    Color filter array Primary color filter
    Image
    ISO Auto, 100-6400
    White balance presets 5
    Custom white balance Yes
    Image stabilization Optical
    CIPA image stabilization rating 5 stop(s)
    Uncompressed format RAW
    File format
    • JPEG (Exif v2.31)
    • Raw (NRW)
    Optics & Focus
    Focal length (equiv.) 24–3000 mm
    Optical zoom 125×
    Maximum aperture F2.8–8
    Autofocus
    • Contrast Detect (sensor)
    • Multi-area
    • Center
    • Selective single-point
    • Tracking
    • Single
    • Continuous
    • Face Detection
    • Live View
    Autofocus assist lamp Yes
    Digital zoom Yes (4X)
    Manual focus Yes
    Normal focus range 30 cm (11.81)
    Macro focus range 1 cm (0.39)
    Screen / viewfinder
    Articulated LCD Fully articulated
    Screen size 3.2
    Screen dots 921,000
    Touch screen No
    Screen type TFT LCD
    Live view Yes
    Viewfinder type Electronic
    Viewfinder coverage 99%
    Viewfinder resolution 2,359,000
    Photography features
    Minimum shutter speed 60 sec
    Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 sec
    Exposure modes
    • Program
    • Aperture priority
    • Shutter priority
    • Manual
    Scene modes
    • Backlighting
    • Beach
    • Close-up
    • Dusk/Dawn
    • Easy Panorama
    • Fireworks Show
    • Food
    • Landscape
    • Multiple Exposure Lighten
    • Night Landscape
    • Night Portrait
    • Party/Indoor
    • Pet Portrait
    • Portrait
    • Scene Auto Selector
    • Selective Color
    • Snow
    • Soft
    • Sports
    • Sunset
    • Superlapse Movie
    • Time-lapse Movie
    Built-in flash Yes
    Flash range 12.00 m (at Auto ISO)
    External flash Yes (via hot shoe)
    Drive modes
    • Single shot
    • Continuous H
    • Continuous H 60
    • Continuous H 120
    • Continuous L
    • Interval timer
    • Pre-shooting cache
    • Bulb/time
    Continuous drive 7.0 fps
    Self-timer Yes (2 or 10 secs)
    Metering modes
    • Multi
    • Center-weighted
    • Spot
    Exposure compensation ±2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
    AE Bracketing ±2 (3 frames at 1/3 EV steps)
    WB Bracketing No
    Videography features
    Format MPEG-4, H.264
    Modes
    • 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC
    • 3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, AAC
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MP4, H.264, AAC
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MP4, H.264, AAC
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, AAC
    Microphone Stereo
    Speaker Mono
    Storage
    Storage types SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support)
    Connectivity
    USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
    USB charging Yes
    HDMI Yes (micro HDMI)
    Microphone port Yes
    Headphone port No
    Wireless Built-In
    Wireless notes 802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1 LE
    Remote control Yes (via smartphone, Bluetooth remote, wired remote)
    Physical
    Battery Battery Pack
    Battery description EN-EL20a lithium-ion battery and charger
    Battery Life (CIPA) 250
    Weight (inc. batteries) 1415 g (3.12 lb / 49.91 oz)
    Dimensions 146 x 119 x 181 mm (5.75 x 4.69 x 7.13)
    Other features
    Orientation sensor Yes
    Timelapse recording Yes
    GPS None

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