Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1

Successor to the GF1. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 is the rightful successor to the GF1. Remember that with both the GF2 and GF3, Panasonic decided to reach out to the point-and-shoot crowd with cameras that are easy to use with few external controls. In so doing, it gained a new marketshare but also sorely disappointed the enthusiast photographers who had migrated to the GF1 and was hoping for an upgrade. Not only does the Panasonic GX1 provide that upgrade, but it also rebrands the GF1 to a new product line, with changes that affect what accesories from the GF1 can or cannot be used on the GX1.

The GX1 adds a 3.0-in. (460k-dot) Touch Panel LCD, Full HD Movie 1920 x 1080/60i with stereo sound, an Electronic Level Gauge and 2 extra Fn buttons. In addition, this Micro Four-Thirds Interchangeable Lens Camera (ILC, or “compact mirrorless DSLR”) features 16MP resolution (on a 17.3 x 13.0 mm Live MOS Sensor), Shutter Speed range of 1/4,000 – 60 and Bulb, Continuous Shooting of 4.2fps (at 16MP; 20fps at 4MP), iA, PASM, Scene Modes, ISO 160-12800, Built-in Flash, and RAW. You can attach an optional 1,440,000-dot equivalent tiltable Live View Finder (LVF) DMW-LVF2 (purchase separately).

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 is compact, elegant and targets the enthusiasts who desire a configurable and compact high quality interchangeable lens camera with DSLR-level image quality and performance without the bulk and weight associated with a traditional mirrored DSLR.

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Panasonic GX1	QuickFact™ Sheet
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Image Sensor	16.0 Megapixels, Live MOS 17.3 x 13.0 mm
Lens Mount	Micro Four Thirds mount
Image Stabilization	Lens-shift (optical), therefore dependent on lens attached
File Format	RAW, RAW+Fine, RAW+Standard, Fine, Standard
Media	SD / SDHC / SDXC
Viewfinder	n/a
Shutter Speed	1/4000 ~ 60 sec., B (2 min)
Continuous Shooting	SH: 20 frames/sec, H: 4.2 frames/sec (When AFS mode), M: 3 frames/sec (with Live View), L: 2 frames/sec (with Live View) 9 images (when there are RAW files with the particular speed) Unlimited consecutive shooting (when there are no RAW files) (depending on memory card size, battery power, picture size, and compression)
Shooting Modes	Auto, PASM
Exposure Metering	Intelligent Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot
ISO sensitivity	Auto / Intelligent ISO / 160 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800 (Changeable to 1/3 EV step)
Dust Reduction System	Supersonic wave filter
Autofocus	Contrast AF system AFS (Single) / AFF (Flexible) / AFC (Continuous) / MF Face detection / AF Tracking / 23-area-focusing / 1-area-focusing / Pinpoint Touch (1-area-focusing in Face detection / AF Tracking / Multi-area-focusing / 1-area-focusing / Pinpoint) Quick AF, Continuous AF (during motion image recording), AF+MF, Touch shutter, Touch MF Assist
White Balance	Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Incandescent / Flash / White Set 1, 2 / Color temperature setting White Balance Bracket
Display Monitor	3.0 in. [3:2] Touch panel LCD, 460k-dot
Movie	[Full HD] 1,920 x 1,080, 60i (sensor output is 30p) (FSH: 17 Mbps) [HD] 1,280 x 720, 60p (sensor output is 30p) (SH: 17 Mbps)
Remote Control	Remote control with bulb function by DMW-RSL1 (Optional)
Battery	Li-ion (300-340 shots, CIPA) included
Dimensions (W x H x D)	116.3 x 67.8 x 39.4 mm / 4.58 x 2.67 x 1.55 inch (excluding protrusions)
Weight	Approx. 318g / 11.22 oz (SD card, Battery, Body) Approx. 272g / 9.59 oz (Body only) Approx. 373g / 13.16 oz (SD card, Battery, H-H014 lens included） Approx. 413g / 14.59 oz (SD card, Battery, H-PS14042 lens included) Approx. 483g / 17.04 oz (SD card, Battery, H-FS014042 lens included)
MSRP	body only: US $ / CAD $749.99 / UK £ / € with with 14-42 (HFS014042) lens: US $799.99 / CAD $849.99 / UK £757.99 / € with 14-42 (HPS14042) power zoom lens: US $ / CAD $999.99 / UK £ / €

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Nikon V1

CX format with a new Nikon 1 lens mount. The Nikon 1 V1 is a completely new compact system camera from Nikon and is set to compete against the compact mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras from other camera manufacturers. While the FX (full frame) format is targeted to its top of the line DSLRs, the DX (APS-C) format to enthusiast DSLRs, Nikon is introducing a brand new CX format using a 1.0-in. CMOS image sensor and a new Nikon 1 lens mount with smaller and lighter lenses for its Nikon 1 System. The Nikon 1 System is targeted to the point-and-shoot crowd who wants a better camera with interchangeable lenses.

The Nikon 1 V1 (or simply Nikon V1) features 10.1MP (on a 1.0-in. 13.2 x 8.8mm CMOS sensor). This image sensor is bigger than the 1/1.7-in. sensor used in most top of the line point-and-shoot cameras but smaller than the Four Thirds sensor and APS-C sensor found in other compact mirrorless cameras. The Nikon 1 System targets mostly those coming from the point-and-shoot world wanting a better camera with more flexibility.

The Nikon 1 V1 also features a new and revolutionary hybrid AF system with both Phase-detection and Contrast-detect AF sensors embedded right in the image sensor itself. Being embedded right in the sensor allows the Nikon 1 V1 to have lightning fast phase detection AF without needing a mirror to reflect light to its phase detection sensor(s). The 73 point AF array allows Continuous Shooting of 5fps in autofocus or 60fps using electronic shutter.

The LCD is 3.0-in. with a high 921k-dot resolution. For those who prefer it, there is also a 1,440,000 -dot (SVGA) electronic viewfinder (EVF). An eye sensor automatically toggles the display between EVF and LCD as you bring the camera to your eye or away from it.

The Nikon 1 V1 accepts interchangeable lenses on its new Nikon 1 lens mount. Currently, there are 4 lenses: 1 NIKKOR VR 10-33mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens, 1 NIKKOR 10mm f/2.8 Pancake lens, 1 NIKKOR VR 30-110mm f/3.8-5.6 Zoom lens and 1 NIKKOR VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 10x power zoom lens. An optional FT1 F-mount adaptor allows the use of legacy 35mm NIKKOR lenses.

Movie is recorded in Full HD (1080p) and you can take a still photo at any time during movie recording. Movie frame rates are 30/60/400/1200fps. Motion Snapshot is a novel feature and captures a still image together with an accompanying 2 sec. video. Smart Photo Selector takes a number of shots in quick succession and selects the one with optimal exposure, subjects in frame, clarity and focus, even eyes open.

The Nikon 1 V1 has a proprietary accessory shoe that accepts a number of optional accessories: GP-N100 GPS module, ME-1 Microphone (with the AS-N1000 adapter) or SB-N5 Speedlight. You cannot use existing Nikon speedlights.

Want something better than point-and-shoot with more accessories and interchangeable lenses but don’t want the size, weight and complexity of a DSLR? The Nikon 1 V1 may be just the right camera for you.

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Nikon 1 J1

Point-and-shoot with flexibility. The Nikon 1 J1 is basically a simpler point-and-shoot version of the Nikon 1 V1. It features the same CX format using a 1.0-in. CMOS image sensor and a new Nikon 1 lens mount with smaller and lighter lenses for its Nikon 1 System. The Nikon 1 System is targeted to the point-and-shoot crowd who wants a better camera with interchangeable lenses.

The Nikon 1 J1 (or simply Nikon J1) features 10.1MP (on a 1.0-in. 13.2 x 8.8mm CMOS sensor). This image sensor is bigger than the 1/1.7-in. sensor used in most top of the line point-and-shoot cameras but smaller than the Four Thirds sensor and APS-C sensor found in other compact mirrorless cameras. The Nikon 1 System targets mostly those coming from the point-and-shoot world wanting a better camera with more flexibility.

The Nikon 1 J1 also features a new and revolutionary hybrid AF system with both Phase-detection and Contrast-detect AF sensors embedded right in the image sensor itself. Being embedded right in the sensor allows the Nikon 1 J1 to have lightning fast phase detection AF without needing a mirror to reflect light to its phase detection sensor(s). The 73 point AF array allows Continuous Shooting of 5fps in autofocus or up to 60fps using electronic shutter.

The LCD is 3.0-in. with a 420k-dot resolution. No optical or electronic viewfinder is available. If you must have a viewfinder, see the Nikon 1 V1 instead which sports an optional EVF attachment.

The Nikon 1 J1 accepts interchangeable lenses on its new Nikon 1 lens mount. Currently, there are 4 lenses: 1 NIKKOR VR 10-33mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens, 1 NIKKOR 10mm f/2.8 Pancake lens, 1 NIKKOR VR 30-110mm f/3.8-5.6 Zoom lens and 1 NIKKOR VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 10x power zoom lens. An optional FT1 F-mount adaptor allows the use of legacy 35mm NIKKOR lenses.

Movie is recorded in Full HD (1080p) and you can take a still photo at any time during movie recording. Movie frame rates are 30/60/400/1200fps. Motion Snapshot is a novel feature and captures a still image together with an accompanying 2 sec. video. Smart Photo Selector takes a number of shots in quick succession and selects the one with optimal exposure, subjects in frame, clarity and focus, even eyes open.

The Nikon 1 J1 has a built-in pop-up flash but no accessory shoe.

Want something better than point-and-shoot with interchangeable lenses but don’t want the size, weight and complexity of a DSLR? Try the Nikon 1 J1 which is available in different colors: black. red, pink, silver, white.

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Fujifilm FinePix X10

Prosumer compact redefined. The Fujifilm FinePix X10 is Fujifilm’s entry into the prosumer compact category with a beautifully designed model that uses the 2/3-in. image sensor. In fact, that sensor used to be in all prosumer cameras a number of years back but was abandoned for the smaller 1/1.7-in. (or 1/1.8-in.) sensor, probably for economic reasons. It is therefore good to see the return of the larger 2/3-in. sensor in compact digicams. The larger the image sensor, the better its high ISO low noise capability. The FinePix X10 features a 12MP resolution on an EXR CMOS image sensor and a fixed F2.0 4x wide-angle optical manual zoom lens (28-112mm, equiv.) in a magnesium-alloy body.

Because there is inevitably going to be comparison between the X10 and its bigger award-winning brother, the X100, we’ll cover the X10′s features while pointing out the differences from the X100.

As on the X100, The lens on the X10 is also fixed, i.e. not interchangeable. While the X100 lens is also of fixed focal length, the X10 has a 4x wide-angle optical zoom lens. The manual zoom is fly-by-wire.

The zoom ring also functions as the Power switch. When in the OFF position, the lens is retracted and the camera is turned OFF. Turn the ring to the 28mm position and the lens extends to that focal length and the camera turns ON. This retractable design makes the X10 smaller and easier to carry when powered OFF. The lens has optical image stabilization and can take macro shots as close as 1 cm. It has a reasonably fast F2.0 max. aperture at wide angle and F2.8 max aperture at telephoto that should help obtain nice background defocus (or bokeh).

The X10 design also bears some resemblance to the X100 retro design that garnered much accolade. It should however be pointed out that the X10 does not have the shutter speed dial and aperture ring that give the X100 its enduring appeal. Instead, the dial you see on top is the Mode Dial and you use the Command Dial and Subcommand Dial on the back of the camera to set shutter speed and aperture. There is also an exposure compensation dial that makes it easy to quickly adjust exposure.

Like the X100, the viewfinder on the X10 is optical, but it is not hybrid like on the X100, i.e it does not have an EVF capability and overlay. Fujififilm claims the X10 viewfinder provides a wide field of view and a bright image. As expected, the optical viewfinder zooms in tandem with the lens. For those who prefer the LCD, it is 2.8-in. (460K-dot).

The Fujifilm X10 boasts a shutter-release time lag of approx. 0.01 sec. and a high-speed and high-precision contrast-detect AF. Continuous Shooting is at a fast 7fps at full resolution.

The FinePix X10 also offers the EXR Mode and Film Simulation Mode popularized in its compact digital cameras. Advanced photographers can use PASM modes and RAW for full control over exposure and image creation. Other practical features include an Electronic Horizon Leveling Gauge, built-in popup flash, a hot shoe to attach an external flash, 360° Motion Panorama, and Full HD 1080p Movie 1920×1080 pixels at 30fps with stereo sound.

The Fujifilm FinePix X10 seems ready to set a new standard for digital cameras in the prosumer compact category.

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Samsung MV800

Flip touch display. The Samsung MV800 Multi-View is ultra compact and has a unique 3.0-in. (288k-dot) touch-screen Flip-out LCD display that rotates all the way to face forward. This makes taking self-portraits very easy. The LCD can be rotated at any angle up to 180° to make it convenient to take or view pictures. The MV800 features a 16.15MP (1/2.3-in. CCD) sensor, 5x wide-angle optical zoom (26-130mm equiv.), Optical Image Stabilization, and HD 720p Movie 1280×720 at 30fps with monaural sound.

There are lots of fun features. Live Panorama allows you to capture a wide panorama picture simply by pressing the shutter button and sweeping the scene. Magic Frame includes 12 background templates, plus the ability to customize your own. Picture-in-Picture lets you insert one image into another. Smart Filter allows you to express your creativity through 14 artistic effects, including the newly added Water Paint and Cartoon. Funny Face allows you to bend, stretch and manipulate portraits of friends to radically distort facial characteristics for hilarious effects.

There are other practical features that make it easy to capture great shots. I like the Self-shot feature: flip the screen to face forward, touch your face on the screen to activate one touch self-timer and you have 3 seconds to compose your face before the camera snaps the shot.

The 5x wide-angle optical zoom (26-130mm equiv.) is ideal for capturing sweeping landscapes, wide interior shots, large group shots as well as medium telephoto shots such portraits. Though there is no manual mode, Night Shot allows you to manually select a shutter speed from 1sec. to 16 sec. and an aperture of f/3.3 or f/9.4.

The Samsung MV800 is available in black and is priced at about US $279.99 (CAD $).

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Samsung MV800	QuickFact™ Sheet
US | CA | UK
Image Sensor	16.15 Megapixel, 1/2.3-in. CCD
Optical Zoom	5x (26-130mm equiv.)
Aperture	F3.3 (W) ~ F5.9 (T)
Image Stabilization	Optical Image Stabilization
File Format	JPEG
Media	Internal Memory : Approximately 10MB microSD (up to 2GB) / microSDHC (up to 32GB)
Shooting Modes	Smart Auto, Program AE, Scene Modes
Shutter Speed	Smart Auto: 1/8-1/2,000 sec. Program: 1-1/2,000 sec. Night Shot: 16-1/2,000 sec. (AEB, continuous : 1/4 ~ 1/2,000 sec.)
Continuous Shooting	Approx. ?fps
Exposure Metering	Multi, Spot, Center-weighted, Face Detection
ISO sensitivity	Auto, ISO 80, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, ISO 3200
Autofocus	TTL auto focus (Multi AF, Center AF, Smart Face Recognition AF, Face Detection AF, Smart Touch AF, One Touch Shooting AF)
Macro	5 cm / 2.0 in.
White Balance	Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten, Custom Set
Viewfinder	N/A
Display Monitor	7.62 cm / 3.0 in. Rotating Touchpanel LCD, 288k-dot
Movie	1280 x 720 @ 30fps, Monaural sound
Battery	Li-ion BP70A (? shots) included
Dimensions (W x H x D)	92 x 56.2 x 18.3 mm / 3.62 x 2.21 x 0.72 in.
Weight (body only)	121g / 4.27 oz
MSRP	US $279.99 / CAD $ / UK £ / €

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Samsung NX200

The Samsung NX200 improves on the NX100 in the compact Interchangeable Lens Camera (ILC or “compact mirrorless DSLR”) category sporting a 20.3MP APS-C CMOS (23.5×15.7 mm) sensor, a 7.6-cm (3.0-in.) AMOLED display (614k-dot), and Full HD 1080p 1920×1080 Movie. A 18-55mm (27-84mm equiv.) F3.5-5.6 3.0x optical zoom kit lens with optical image stabilization is included.

Samsung is definitely establishing itself as a serious player in the compact mirrorless DSLR category and continues to add new lenses to the NX System. The NX200 is feature-rich and provides all the semi-automatic and manual shooting modes the serious photographer requires.

The NX200 does not have a built-in viewfinder, and Samsung does not provide an external electronic viewfinder (EVF) anymore. The Accessory Port is gone, replaced with a hot shoe. The NX200 also does not have a built-in flash, but a small external flash is included in the box.

Other features advanced photographers will appreciate: RAW file support, PASM shooting modes (with full shutter speed range available), manual zoom ring, manual focus ring (fly-by-wire), and a beautiful 3.0-in. AMOLED screen that provides a higher contrast than LCD and allows for easier viewing in direct sunlight.

The Samsung NX200 is available in black, and is priced at about US $899.99 (CAD $).

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 is Panasonic’s top-of-the-line super zoom camera. It features 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-inch High Sensitivity MOS sensor), a 24x ultra wide-angle optical zoom (25-600mm equiv.), a 3.0-in. (460k-dot) Free-angle LCD, Continuous Shooting at 12fps, and Full HD Movie 1920 x 1080/60p. Point-and-Shoot users will choose to leave the camera on Intelligent AUTO mode while beginners and more advanced users have access to all the semi-auto and manual modes with PASM shooting modes and RAW file format.

The 24x optical zoom lens is a Leica DC starting at an ultra wide angle 25mm (equiv.), perfect for taking group shots or wide vistas. The tele ends at 600mm (equiv.) and built-in optical image stabilization helps stabilize the camera at the long focal lengths. New is the Power Zoom lever on the side of the lens which makes it much easier and smoother to zoom the lens, though not as creatively flexible as a manual zoom ring. Slide the lever a small amount for slow zooming, and a larger amount for high-speed zooming. Macro is at 1cm.

Get creative with Creative Control, Photo Style, and 3D Photo Mode. Continuous Shooting is 12fps at full resolution, 5.5fps/2fps with AF Tracking and 60fps at 3.5MP. For more precise focus, 1-area AF is both flexible (31 x 23 areas) and scalable (4 sizes: Spot, Normal, L, and XL).

A 3.0-in. [3:2] 460k-dot Free-Angle LCD rotates 180° to the side and tilts 270° up and down, making it very convenient when shooting at low-angle, high-angle and on a tripod. The 0.2-in. EVF features a 100% field of view, 201,600-dot equivalent, and a large, comfortable eyepiece.

The DMC-FZ150 shoots Full HD Movie 1920 x 1080/60p for progressive recording. Sound is recorded by a stereo zoom microphone using the high-quality Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator. Mechanical noise caused by zooming during movie recording is suppressed to improve the clearness. The Auto Wind Cut function blocks out most of the noise from background wind to help make the human voice to stand out. You can select your preferred shooting mode: iA, PASM or Scene mode for movie recording. High-speed videos at 220 fps in QVGA size (320 x 240 pixels) allows slow motion playback. You can also take still images (3.5-megapixel at 16:9) without interrupting video recording. An optional Stereo Microphone DMW-MS1 clearly captures distant sounds in superb quality.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 is for those who desire an all-in-one high quality and powerful camera with a super zoom and full manual control. It’s perfect for photography students and as a travel companion.

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Panasonic FZ150	QuickFact™ Sheet
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Image Sensor	12.1 Megapixel (1/2.3-in. High Sensitivity MOS sensor)
Aperture	F2.8 – 5.2 / Multistage Iris Diaphragm (F2.8 – 8.0 (W) / F5.2 – 8.0 (T))
Optical Zoom	24x (25 – 600 mm in 35 mm equiv.)
Image Stabilization	Power O.I.S. (Optical)
File Format	RAW / RAW+Fine / RAW+Standard / Fine / Standard
Media	SD / SDHC / SDXC
Viewfinder	0.20" Color EVF (201,600 Pixels equiv.), Field of View: Approx. 100%, Lens 19.6x
Shutter Speed	Still: Approx. 15 – 1/2,000 sec Video Mode: 1/30 – 1/20,000 sec (1/8 – 1/20,000 sec on MF operation on Creative Video Mode) Starry Sky Mode: 15, 30 sec
Continuous Shooting	Full-Resolution Image: 12 frames / sec Max. 12 images (Standard Mode / Fine Mode) With AF Tracking: 5.5 frames / sec, 2 frames / sec High-speed Burst Mode: Approx. 40 frames / sec (recorded in 5M for 4:3, 4.5M for 3:2, 3.5M for 16:9, 3.5M for 1:1) Approx. 60 frames / sec (recorded in 2.5M for 4:3, 3M for 3:2, 3.5M for 16:9, 2M for 1:1)
Shooting Modes	iA, PASM, Custom, Scene, Creative Control
Exposure Metering	Intelligent Multiple / Center Weighted / Spot
ISO Sensitivity	Auto / i.ISO / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 High Sensitivity Mode (ISO1600 – 6400)
Macro	Normal: Wide 30 cm – infinity / Tele 200 cm – infinity AF Macro / MF / Intelligent Auto / Motion Picture: Wide 1 cm – infinity / Tele 100 cm – infinity
Autofocus	Normal / AF Macro / MF (side lever and cursor key button) / Quick AF On / Off (On in Intelligent Auto), Continuous AF On / Off, Focus Button, AF/MF Switchable Button, AF/AE Lock Button, One Shot AF, AF Area Select, AF Tracking AF Assist Lamp
White Balance	Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Incandescent / Flash / White Set 1 / White Set 2 / Color Temperature / White Balance Adjustment (2-axis adjustable, ±9 steps each, Blue / Amber and Magenta / Green bias)
Display Monitor	7.5 cm (3.0") Free-angle TFT Screen LCD Display (460,000 dots), AR Coating Field of View: Approx. 100%, Wide Viewing-angle Auto Power LCD Mode, Power LCD Mode
Movie	[NTSC Model] AVCHD 60p (PSH: 28Mbps) (Sensor output is 60p) AVCHD 60i (FSH: 17Mbps) (Sensor output is 60p) MP4, 30fps (FHD: 20Mbps) (Sensor output is 30p) [PAL Model] AVCHD 50p (PSH: 28Mbps) (Sensor output is 50p) AVCHD 50i (FSH: 17Mbps) (Sensor output is 50p) MP4, 25fps (FHD: 20Mbps) (Sensor output is 25p)
Remote Control	n/a
Battery	Li-ion (410 shots, CIPA) included Battery Charger DE-A83
Dimensions (W x H x D)	124.3 x 81.7 x 95.2 mm (4.89 x 3.20 x 3.74 in.)
Weight	484 g (1.06 lb) without Battery and SD Memory Card 528 g (1.16 lb) with Battery and SD Memory Card
MSRP	US $499.99 / CAD $499.99 / UK £ 469.99 / €

*Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer. Please consult manufacturer’s site for latest specifications.

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Nikon Coolpix P7100

Compact companion to a DSLR. The Nikon Coolpix P7100 is Nikon’s flagship COOLPIX prosumer compact category digital camera. It features 10.1MP resolution (on a 1/1.7-in. CCD sensor) and a 7.1x (28-200mm equiv.) wide-angle optical zoom lens in a stylish body. It is billed as “the ideal camera that advanced photographers will seek as a companion to their D-SLR camera when both portability and superior image quality are a necessity.”

The Nikon P71000 features a fixed lens, i.e. the lens is not interchangeable. It has a maximum aperture of F2.8 and there is a built-in Neutral Density (ND) Filter that you’ll find useful when you want to shoot using a slow shutter speed in the bright outdoors. The lens is optically stabilized for both still and movie recording.

The P7100 has lots of dials and buttons to minimize the need to access the menu for the most common functions. Besides the Mode Dial, there is an Exposure Compensation Dial as well as a Quick Menu Dial on top, a Command Dial on the back and a Sub-command Dial on the front. The LCD is 2.8-in. with a high 921K-dot resolution and is tiltable for easy down low or overhead shots. For those who prefer it, there is also an optical viewfinder.

Creative features include the Special Effects and Filter Effects: Defocus Filter, Cross Process Filter, Creative Monochrome Filter, High Dynamic Range (HDR) function, Backlighting Mode, High/Low Key, Sepia and Painting Modes. In Playback Mode, images can also be altered with a Fisheye Effect or Cross Screen Filter.

The P7100 records HD 720p movies at 30 fps with stereo sound through the built-in microphone. An optional external microphone ME-1 can be connected via the stereo microphone jack. You can zoom during movie recording. Optional accessories include the 0.75x Wide-Angle Convertor WC-E75A (21mm equiv.) and the SB-400, SB-700 and SB-900 speedlights.

For when you decide to leave the DSLR home, the Nikon Coolpix P7100 provides the versatility and performance you want in a compact digital camera.

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