P900: Thinking seriously about the Nikon P900. I have 2 p520’s (besides my 2 Nikon DSLR’s.) The p520’s do pretty good; but I want the longer reach of the p900 & any advances in...

whatdat Loc: Del Valle, Tx.

Thinking seriously about the Nikon P900. I have 2 p520’s (besides my 2 Nikon DSLR’s.) The p520’s do pretty good; but I want the longer reach of the p900 & any advances in technology it may have. I have heard many good reports about it on UHH. Pro’s & con’s?
If I get one, I am considering getting rid of the p520’s & at what asking price. Any suggestions on the process as well?
I have learned much on UHH & am sure I will get some good advice on the above.
Thanks.

mcmama

whatdat wrote:

I am considering getting rid of the p520’s & at what asking price.

They’re selling on Ebay for under $200.

Indi Loc: L. I., NY, Palm Beach Cty when it's cold.

I bought mine last year. I was saving up my Amazon gift cards for a Tamron 100-600 G2 for my D5300 but I wasn’t even close. I just wanted more reach as you do. Then I remembered how heavy my Sigma 100-500 was so I investigated the P900.
So far I find its really a handy camera to have to get that extra distance shots. Not too shabby. Be aware that it’s hard, at least for me, to get really sharp results at the long end. Also, again; for me, those extreme shots tend to be a little noisy.
Some people feel that the lack of being able to shoot in RAW. I’m not so fussy that I need RAW so it doesn’t bother me.
If you’re selling equipment to get one why not check out the P1000?

MikeMck Loc: Southern Maryland on the Bay

I have owned a Nikon P900. I found the images to be excellent. I am 73 and when I had the lens out to 900mm I had to use a tripod because I tend to shake. Good luck.

prcb1949 Loc: Ex Zimbabwe - Now UK

whatdat wrote:

Thinking seriously about the Nikon P900. I have 2 p520’s (besides my 2 Nikon DSLR’s.) The p520’s do pretty good; but I want the longer reach of the p900 & any advances in technology it may have. I have heard many good reports about it on UHH. Pro’s & con’s?
If I get one, I am considering getting rid of the p520’s & at what asking price. Any suggestions on the process as well?
I have learned much on UHH & am sure I will get some good advice on the above.
Thanks.

I have had a P900 since they came out and have had some good results. Most folks I know that own one have been satisfied with it. Good luck with whatever you decide

ELNikkor

Since you don't need RAW, go for the P900. It is much lighter and less expensive than the P1000.

insman1132 Loc: Southwest Florida

Have had one for some time now, and I think you will like it. Is it equivalent to a high quality DSLR with appropriate high quality lens'? No! But it is a fine camera in its own right.

Remember, with most camera stores 30 day return policy, you can order it in and try it out for 29 days to see for yourself at no risk. Bet you will decide to keep it.

Have fun with your new camera.

conmel Loc: Plymouth, MA

Hi - this is my first time posting, since I signed up for the daily emails. I just bought the p1000 after having owned the p900. Below are the first two images I took with the p1000 of the moon, handheld.

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Indi Loc: L. I., NY, Palm Beach Cty when it's cold.

conmel wrote:

Hi - this is my first time posting, since I signed up for the daily emails. I just bought the p1000 after having owned the p900. Below are the first two images I took with the p1000 of the moon, handheld.

Would love to see comparison images taken with the P900.

marxgo Loc: Central Iowa

I have the P900 and love it. I find the pictures sharp and I hand hold it. It is light enough to hold by one hand. Here is an example of an eagle picture I took. It was across and down the river. I was identifying the eagles by a dark body in the trees and white head. Then I get a shot like this. I was thinking about the P1000 but then I found out it is a pound heavier and I am not so sure I could hand hold that and get a sharp picture. I am 76 and allergic to tripods. LOL The P900 also does a decent job on close ups and I like having one camera to carry around for near and far. The only other camera I use any more is a Canon T4i with the 100mm macro lens.

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Mr Bill 2011 Loc: southern Indiana

I've had a P900 for a year or so, and occasionally use it at 1600-1800, even at 2000mm on occasion with little trouble hand holding it. BUT, it is absolutely necessary to rest it against a tree, pole, bridge abutment, etc. Even if you rest your elbow on a bridge rail or something similar, that is a great assist because it eliminates all the movement from your lower body and much of your upper body. Every little bit helps. Otherwise use a tripod or at least a monopod.

whatdat Loc: Del Valle, Tx.

I would like to thank everyone for their info on the P900. I am seriously making plans to get one. Just comparing prices on it & assessories such as a lens hood & cpl/Uv filters which I assume will work on the camera. When I got my P520, I called Nikon to find out if the filters @ lens hood would work & was told no. However, I did find ones that would work on it with no problems. Thanks again, everyone.

Alsweet Loc: Gold Coast, Australia

Have been using P900 for a couple of years. Great camera. Just a few observations. I always use a monopod - consider it an essential accessory. I use lens hood. Images are good. If you need to print larger than 14 x 11 inches then restrict ISO to 400. Perching birds are great, birds in flight very hit and miss. The small sensor and long lens does slow down Autofocus. Altogether this is a great camera for all-round use. The Nikon jpeg engine is very good but you will get clipped highlights if exposure is not spot on. You will not regret buying it. Contact me for a link to my Flickr albums and you can see some practical results.

EdJ0307 Loc: out west someplace

mcmama wrote:

They’re selling on Ebay for under $200.

KEH has one they graded as EX for $182.

fromo1946 Loc: Sacramento, CA

I took this in May at the AMGAN Races in Sacramento, CA. I was almost three city blocks away, works for me...