I am getting ready to move into the 21st Century and get my first real Digital Camera. I have always been a Nikon man. I can't afford to get the top of the line camera, and the prospect of lenses and accesories is daunting. I could probably afford a D5300 with 2 zoom lenses, but then I saw this Coolpix. Look at the optical zoom ratio. Has anyone used a Coolpix? Would you consider it a good first digital camera? Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
tomad
Loc: North Carolina
Stash
Loc: South Central Massachusetts
Compared to top of the line cameras, the P900 is relatively inexpensive. It does have some limitations such as smaller a smaller sensor.
Larger sensor collects more light than do a smaller sensor. The camera also does not have RAW capability. I own the P900 and enjoy it.
For all around, every day photography, I find the P900 adequate to my needs. If I were doing serious, critical, work with my camera such
as paid assignments I would probably opt for something more high end. I've included a couple of shots with my P900.
tomad wrote:
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Actually the long zoom is the selling point of the P900 for me. I really like to get up close.
Stash wrote:
Compared to top of the line cameras, the P900 is relatively inexpensive. It does have some limitations such as smaller a smaller sensor.
Larger sensor collects more light than do a smaller sensor. The camera also does not have RAW capability. I own the P900 and enjoy it.
For all around, every day photography, I find the P900 adequate to my needs. If I were doing serious, critical, work with my camera such
as paid assignments I would probably opt for something more high end. I've included a couple of shots with my P900.
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Nice shots Stash. I do not do paid assignments. I really like the idea of being able to carry a 2000mm lens in my pocket. Now for the sensor. Since the P900 can get so close, I wouldn't have to crop in post and thereby those close-ups might actually be sharper. Note your shot of the gull.
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Thanks for the links Jerry. I looked at several of the videos and I am very impressed. I won't rush, but I am getting close.
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Thank you Tomad. I checked out the links, and although they rate several cameras, not one Nikon in the list. I have been a die-hard Nikon man since the '60s. That always plays into my decision.
Grace98
Loc: Waterlooville, Hampshire - United Kingdom
I've got a Nikon Coolpix P520 which I now use as a back-up camera. It has a x 42 optical zoom which is quite adequate and do use it. I think it is now discontinued, although they are still available in camera shops here in the UK. The only drawback I find is that it only takes about 200 shots per battery charge; less if you use the zoom a lot. I now have a DSLR but, if I had the money would get rid of the P520 and get the P900 as a back up and for those shots where you need a superzoom. Here is a pic I took with the P520...Hope this helps Grace
SpyderJan wrote:
I am getting ready to move into the 21st Century and get my first real Digital Camera. I have always been a Nikon man. I can't afford to get the top of the line camera, and the prospect of lenses and accesories is daunting. I could probably afford a D5300 with 2 zoom lenses, but then I saw this Coolpix. Look at the optical zoom ratio. Has anyone used a Coolpix? Would you consider it a good first digital camera? Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
This photo was shot with the p900,you will find that the p900 has it's limitations.I find it to be fun to use and if you take the time to learn how to use it you will enjoy it.I bought a book by Alexander White title The Photographers Guide to the Nikon P900.This book is very informative,with plenty of tips.
The type of camera that will soot you depends on the type of shooting you want to do. If you intend on doing sports and catching action, you will need a DSLR which has a quick time of release of the shutter when you press it.
Grace98 wrote:
I've got a Nikon Coolpix P520 which I now use as a back-up camera. It has a x 42 optical zoom which is quite adequate and do use it. I think it is now discontinued, although they are still available in camera shops here in the UK. The only drawback I find is that it only takes about 200 shots per battery charge; less if you use the zoom a lot. I now have a DSLR but, if I had the money would get rid of the P520 and get the P900 as a back up and for those shots where you need a superzoom. Here is a pic I took with the P520...Hope this helps Grace
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Hi Grace. Your example is one of the main reasons that I am attracted to the long lens. I live near a lot of water and the sea birds are plentiful, but not close enough to get personal most of the time. I also feed the songbirds in my back yard, and even with the telephoto that I have it does not get me close enough. There are also some otters that are waiting for me to catch them playing. I still have other cameras for other situations, but I have decided and ordered the P900 yesterday. I hope to start sharing the pictures that I get very soon.
WesIam wrote:
This photo was shot with the p900,you will find that the p900 has it's limitations.I find it to be fun to use and if you take the time to learn how to use it you will enjoy it.I bought a book by Alexander White title The Photographers Guide to the Nikon P900.This book is very informative,with plenty of tips.
Hi Wes. I understand the limitations, but it is a great camera for the type of photos that I like to take. Wildlife tends to stay far off. Thanks for the example. I will look for the book.
WesIam wrote:
This photo was shot with the p900,you will find that the p900 has it's limitations.I find it to be fun to use and if you take the time to learn how to use it you will enjoy it.I bought a book by Alexander White title The Photographers Guide to the Nikon P900.This book is very informative,with plenty of tips.
PS Wes. I found the book on Amazon and ordered it.
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