We’ve just posted our head-to-head review of the Canon PowerShot G15 and Nikon Coolpix P7700. These two 12MP zoom compacts have comparable designs and share a lot of similar features, but which one is best for you? We’ve run them through a series of studio and real-world tests to find out. Click through for links to our head-to-head review.
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Our friends and collaborators over at DxOMark have recently been looking into how lenses score on specific cameras, and the latest model they’ve examined is the Nikon D600. In a three-part article published at the end of last week, they investigate how 70 lenses from Carl Zeiss, Nikon, Samyang, Sigma, Tamron and Tokina measure up on the D600’s 24MP sensor. The article also compares how given lenses score on the D600 compared to the 36MP D800 and 24MP D3X. Click through for links to the three parts of the article.
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We’ve just posted our 20-page review of the Nikon D5200. Nikon’s ‘advanced beginner’ APS-C DSLR offers several features that should also appeal to enthusiasts, such as a 24MP CMOS sensor, a 39-point AF system inherited from the D7000 and an Auto ISO system linked to the focal length of the lens. Add an articulated rear LCD and the ability to output uncompressed video and you’ve got the makings of a very promising camera. Does the D5200 live up to its potential in real-world use? Click through to read our in-depth review.
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DxO Labs has released version 8.1.6 of its DxO Optics Pro software. Both the Elite and Standard versions gain support for the Canon EOS 700D / Rebel T5i, Nikon Coolpix A and Coolpix P330, Pentax MX-1, and Sony NEX-3N. The Elite version also gains support for the Leica M. The update also adds 267 lens and cameras combinations to its library, with a list of over 12,000 combinations now available. Click through for the download link.
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Nikon has introduced the 1 Nikkor 32mm f/1.2 portrait lens for its 1 System of mirrorless cameras. The lens, which will provide the angle of view and depth of field control of an 86mmm F3.2 lens for a full-frame system, making it the most enthusiast-friendly lens yet released for the 1 System. The lens, whose development was announced in October 2012, is also the first to use a silent wave motor for focus and to incorporate the company’s ‘nano crystal coat.’ Consistent with these loftier ambitions, Nikon will ask around $ 900 for the lens when it becomes available in June.
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Developer Duka Istvan has created a release candidate of digiCamControl – free, open-source software that allows most Nikon DSLRs to be remotely controlled via computer. digiCamControl is compatible with Windows PCs and allows you to see your camera’s live view image on your computer screen, as well as trigger a tethered DSLR remotely, either directly or using a programmable timer. Multiple cameras can be connected at the same time. Click through for more details on connect.dpreview.com.
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Nikon has again upped the ante in its compact digicam lineup and the Nikon Coolpix p330 is an excellent example of the movement.
A biggish 15mm CMOS sensor, moderate pixel count plus a fast f1.8 lens leads to a surprisingly high performance in such a moderately-priced camera.
Coupled with this is the camera’s small size, easy pocketability and light weight.
After months of wading through high end DSLRs, MILCs and other complex babies it was a relief to handle this easy to use camera from the well known house of Nikon!
It was indeed a surprise and confirmation in one sense that, in the pursuit of taking images, flashier is not always finer! And, as I’ve often said, it’s the driver not the car!
In many respects this camera is a top buy.
For one thing its maximum still image size is 4000×3000 pixels or 34x25cm as a print is notable.
Video can be shot in MPEG4 as Full HD 1920×1080 pixels. And yes, you can stills during a video shoot without interrupting the latter.
Rarely seen on a camera at this price level, you can capture in JPEG and RAW formats.
The camera has lens-shift VR (Vibration Reduction) which worked well in my time with the camera.
There is built in GPS which logs where shots are taken and this data can be stored for later reference. An onboard database of approximately 1.86 million POI (Points of Interest) lets you confirm and record the name of the location.
At the front is a Function button which gives quick access to such matters as ISO, single/continuous shooting, AWB etc.
Top deck: at left is the pop up flash cell; at mid position is the mode dial to access PASM settings plus auto, as well as 20 scene modes (sports, fireworks, panorama etc) and a custom user setting; power button; zoom and shutter button; command dial.
Rear: replay; rotary selector to select flash options, exposure compensation, single/continuous shooting and macro; menu; trash.
And tass all. To my mind the external control layout is exemplary. And the menu selections are sufficient.
In my tests, the camera handled all ISO settings up to 3200 very well …a good performance for such a low priced camera.
Two seconds from startup to first shot; follow on shots about two seconds apart. Not the fastest kid on the block!
No problems at the wide or tele ends of the zoom.
Quality: above average image quality.
Why you would buy it: pocketable; zoom range for average shooting; easy to use.
Why you wouldn’t: you may want a longer zoom.
Impressive camera. If you’re on a tight budget and still want above average quality, go for it!
Available in black or white.
Image Sensor: 12.2 million effective pixels.
Metering: Multi, centre-weighted and spot.
Sensor: 15mm CMOS.
Lens: Nikkor f1.8-5.6/5.1-25.5mm (24-120mm as 35 SLR equivalent).
Exposure Modes: Program AE, shutter and aperture priority, manual.
Shutter Speed: 60 to 1/4000 second.
Continuous Speed: 10fps.
Memory: SD/SDHC/SDXC cards plus 15MB internal memory.
Image Sizes (pixels): 4000×3000 to 640×480. Movies: 1920×1080, 1280×720, 960×540, 640×480 at 25 or 30fps.
Viewfinder: 7.5cm LCD (921,000 pixels).
File Formats: JPEG, NRW (RAW), MPO (3D), WAV, MPEG4
ISO Sensitivity: Auto, 100 to 12800.
Interface: USB 2.0, AV, HDMI mini, WiFi, DC input.
Power: Rechargeable lithium ion battery, AC adaptor.
Dimensions: 103x58x32 WHDmm.
Weight: 200 g (inc battery and SD card).
Price: Get a price on the Nikon COOLPIX P330 at Amazon.
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Nikon Coolpix P330 Review
We’ve just published our 25-page, in-depth review of the Nikon D7100. Sitting atop Nikon’s APS-C DSLR lineup, the D7100 offers a 24MP CMOS sensor sans AA filter and a 51-point AF system that borrows heavily from the D4. In terms of ergonomics and handling the D7100 will feel familiar to D7000 users looking to upgrade, but it also inherits recent changes we’ve seen from Nikon in the D600 and D800 models. Is the D7100 a compelling option for enthusiasts tempted by the recent wave of affordable full frame DSLRs? Click through to find out.
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We’ve just published our 25-page, in-depth review of the Nikon D7100. Sitting atop Nikon’s APS-C DSLR lineup, the D7100 offers a 24MP CMOS sensor sans AA filter and a 51-point AF system that borrows heavily from the D4. In terms of ergonomics and handling the D7100 will feel familiar to D7000 users looking to upgrade, but it also inherits recent changes we’ve seen from Nikon in the D600 and D800 models. Is the D7100 a compelling option for enthusiasts tempted by the recent wave of affordable full frame DSLRs? Click through to find out.
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Nikon has posted a firmware update for its Coolpix P7700 compact camera. Firmware 1.1 increases the accuracy of the P7700’s virtual horizon, increases shot-to-shot times in exposure bracketing mode and addresses an issue that prevented shutter speeds slower than one second for the second and subsequent shots when shooting with Auto bracketing set to Exposure bracketing. The update is available for immediate download from Nikon’s website. Click through for a download link.
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