Nikon Coolpix A Pros and Cons
Dec 28, 2015 08:17:04 #
Bruce adequately said everything about this small pocket camera that thinks and shoot like a DSLR. Anyway....
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Dec 28, 2015 08:38:21 #
ephraim Imperio wrote:
Bruce adequately said everything about this small pocket camera that thinks and shoot like a DSLR. Anyway....
:thumbup: :thumbup: I would have added some photos as well if I had been at home.
Dec 28, 2015 09:38:41 #
MikeMcK wrote:
I am looking for a pocket size DSLR with at least 16 mp. I saw on the Nikon refurbished site that the Coolpix A is selling for under $300. I also seem to remember that they may be retiring that model in favor of something else.
The only drawback I see is that there is no zoom. My question is as far as landscapes and family type pictures, does the absence of any zoom matter to those of you that have the camera?
Thanks for your help, as always.
The only drawback I see is that there is no zoom. My question is as far as landscapes and family type pictures, does the absence of any zoom matter to those of you that have the camera?
Thanks for your help, as always.
I have one, great IQ and I zoom with my feet. IMO one of the best compact camera.
Dec 28, 2015 10:24:05 #
ole sarg
Loc: south florida
no viewfinder forget aboutit
MikeMcK wrote:
I am looking for a pocket size DSLR with at least 16 mp. I saw on the Nikon refurbished site that the Coolpix A is selling for under $300. I also seem to remember that they may be retiring that model in favor of something else.
The only drawback I see is that there is no zoom. My question is as far as landscapes and family type pictures, does the absence of any zoom matter to those of you that have the camera?
Thanks for your help, as always.
The only drawback I see is that there is no zoom. My question is as far as landscapes and family type pictures, does the absence of any zoom matter to those of you that have the camera?
Thanks for your help, as always.
Dec 28, 2015 10:31:44 #
AZNikon
Loc: Mesa, AZ
MT Shooter wrote:
Its already discontinued and replacement(s) are due by Spring 2016.
Any idea what the new one (s) will be called? I have the Coolpix A and like it even with it's drawbacks. I keep it in the glove compartment so I always have a camera with me that shoots RAW. Photos are quite good and it's pretty compact.
Dec 28, 2015 10:35:50 #
there ain't none unless you have cargo pants with big pockets. there are however a few p&s's with viewfinders.
Dec 28, 2015 17:01:24 #
JPL wrote:
No zoom means you have to adjust the distance to the subject with your feet to make the subject fit in the frame. If that is doable then the absence of zoom does not matter.
Would be nice if it were so easy. 'Zooming with your feet' changes the perspective and therefore the composition. It doesn't always matter, but sometimes it does, and then you've got to crop if the focal length is too short.
Dec 28, 2015 17:01:54 #
JPL wrote:
No zoom means you have to adjust the distance to the subject with your feet to make the subject fit in the frame. If that is doable then the absence of zoom does not matter.
Would be nice if it were so easy. 'Zooming with your feet' changes the perspective and therefore the composition. It doesn't always matter, but sometimes it does, and then you've got to crop if the focal length is too short.
Dec 28, 2015 18:11:13 #
I was looking for a pocket size camera and chose the Nikon Coolpix 130AW. It has been a great camera so far to carry in my pocket and use instead of hauling the D7200 all the time. It meets all of your requirements i.e small, 16MP, and it is under $300. Today $276 and pocket change at Amazon. one of the features I like is it is waterproof down to 100 ft. What more could you ask for?
Dec 28, 2015 18:13:07 #
I was looking for a pocket size camera and chose the Nikon Coolpix 130AW. It has been a great camera so far to carry in my pocket and use instead of hauling the D7200 all the time. It meets all of your requirements i.e small, 16MP, and it is under $300. Today $276 and pocket change at Amazon. One of the features I like is it is waterproof down to 100 ft. What more could you ask for?
Dec 28, 2015 23:09:48 #
Bram boy
Loc: Vancouver Island B.C. Canada
MT Shooter wrote:
It has a fixed 28mm F2.8 (equivalent) lens. It does have the same APS-C 16.2MP sensor as was used in the D7000 DSLR body, its a very good sensor. It will also shoot RAW, has a hotshoe, and does Full HD Video with a stereo mic. Its already discontinued and replacement(s) are due by Spring 2016. The $299 refurb price also carries a 10% discount right now as well as free shipping making it $269. Very good quality images if you can live with the fixed focal length lens.
That's not a good choice . It's like a 42mm on a senseor the size of the d7000
Pick up a used or refurb d3200 and a 18-105 mm kit lens that's equal to a
27 - 154 mm on a DX and there not a bad len's . Good for house party . And
Around town shots . And head potrat shots . And you can pick up that camera
And len's for very little if your carfull . I have seen those cameras selling $200
And that len's for $150 . Or any of the early canon rebels same thing
Dec 28, 2015 23:12:43 #
Bram boy wrote:
That's not a good choice . It's like a 42mm on a senseor the size of the d7000
Nope, like a 28mm on a full- frame.
Dec 28, 2015 23:25:37 #
Bram boy wrote:
That's not a good choice . It's like a 42mm on a senseor the size of the d7000
Pick up a used or refurb d3200 and a 18-105 mm kit lens that's equal to a
27 - 154 mm on a DX and there not a bad len's . Good for house party . And
Around town shots . And head potrat shots . And you can pick up that camera
And len's for very little if your carfull . I have seen those cameras selling $200
And that len's for $150 . Or any of the early canon rebels same thing
Pick up a used or refurb d3200 and a 18-105 mm kit lens that's equal to a
27 - 154 mm on a DX and there not a bad len's . Good for house party . And
Around town shots . And head potrat shots . And you can pick up that camera
And len's for very little if your carfull . I have seen those cameras selling $200
And that len's for $150 . Or any of the early canon rebels same thing
You clearly have not followed this thread, nor researched the camera so why are you posting????
I just ordered one, I think it may be a good camera to shoot my trip to the CES show with. Small and compact, high res sensor, at least I am willing to test it before making uninformed statements. Try it sometime, it pays to have real knowledge of things so you can make intelligent comments.
Dec 28, 2015 23:31:09 #
Bram boy
Loc: Vancouver Island B.C. Canada
MikeMcK wrote:
I am looking for a pocket size DSLR with at least 16 mp. I saw on the Nikon refurbished site that the Coolpix A is selling for under $300. I also seem to remember that they may be retiring that model in favor of something else.
The only drawback I see is that there is no zoom. My question is as far as landscapes and family type pictures, does the absence of any zoom matter to those of you that have the camera?
Thanks for your help, as always.
The only drawback I see is that there is no zoom. My question is as far as landscapes and family type pictures, does the absence of any zoom matter to those of you that have the camera?
Thanks for your help, as always.
Yea pocket size . That is a ok one . Any refurb you choose that is in the range you want and the price you want would be good deal . It's not that much of a loss if it doesent turn out for you . As they say just get back on ,
Dec 28, 2015 23:37:35 #
Bram boy
Loc: Vancouver Island B.C. Canada
GoofyNewfie wrote:
Nope, like a 28mm on a full- frame.
Right and like a 42mm on a 7000 or did he say a D700
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