Nikon COOLPIX P1000 16.7 Digital - Review

Introduction:

If you are a photography enthusiast, you would know the importance of having a good camera with you. Not only does it improve the quality of your pictures and videos, but it also allows you to explore your creativity. Today, we are going to talk about the Nikon COOLPIX P1000 16.7 Digital Camera with 3.2" LCD, Black. This camera is a member of the Nikon COOLPIX series and is known for its high-end features like 3000 millimeter optical zoom-the most powerful zoom lens, 4k ultra hd video, and dual detect image stabilization. In this review, we will explore what makes the Nikon COOLPIX P1000 a great option for professional photography.

Features:

The Nikon COOLPIX P1000 has a powerful 3000 millimeter optical zoom lens, which is the most powerful zoom lens ever put on a Nikon Coolpix camera. This allows you to take high-quality photographs from a distance without losing on the details. The 4k ultra hd video gives you excellent quality motion shots that look sharp and professional. Additionally, the camera has an accessory hot shoe, which enables you to connect external accessories such as external flashes, microphones, and GPS.

Image Stabilization:

One of the most significant features of the Nikon COOLPIX P1000 is its rock steady dual detect image stabilization that ensures your pictures are not blurred, even in low light conditions. The vibration reduction is lens shift VR for still pictures and lens shift and electronic VR for movies. This feature is especially useful when you are shooting in low light conditions or taking motion shots.

Shooting Options:

The Nikon COOLPIX P1000 offers various shooting options such as raw (NRW), time-lapse, and super-lapse shooting along with great creative modes. The full manual controls allow you to explore your creative side and experiment with different photography styles. The top continuous shooting speed at full resolution is up to 7 shots at approximately 7 frames per second. This enables you to capture multiple shots in quick succession.

Focus Range:

The Nikon COOLPIX P1000 has an impressive focus range, starting from W:: approx. 1 feet (30 centimeter) to infinity and T:: approx. 23 feet (7.0 meter) to infinity. The Macro close up mode is also impressive, allowing you to capture up-close shots with an approximate 0.4 inches (1 centimeter) (wide-angle position), and approx. 23 feet (7.0 meter) (telephoto position). All distances are measured from the center of the front surface of the lens.

ISO Sensitivity and Shutter Speed:

The Nikon COOLPIX P1000 has a wide range of ISO sensitivity settings, starting from ISO 100 1600 and going up to ISO 3200, 6400 (available when using p, s, a, or m, or movie manual mode). The lowest ISO sensitivity in movie manual mode is ISO 125. The shutter speed ranges from 1/4000 1 sec to 1/4000 30 sec (when ISO sensitivity is 100 in M mode) at the wide-angle position, with the largest f-number setting (smallest aperture). The Bulb and Time setting can also be set when ISO sensitivity is 100 in M mode, which allows for long exposure shots of up to 60 seconds. When recording movies, the shutter speed is 1/8000 1/30 sec.

Viewfinder and Monitor:

The Nikon COOLPIX P1000 has a 1-centimeter (0.39 inches), approx. 2359k dot equivalent OLED electronic viewfinder with the diopter adjustment function (-3 to 3 m-1). The monitor is a 3.2 inches diagonal, vari-angle TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating and a 5 level brightness adjustment. This allows you to preview your shots and adjust any settings to get the perfect shot.

Conclusion:

The Nikon COOLPIX P1000 is an excellent camera for professional photography. Its powerful zoom lens, 4k ultra hd video, and dual detect image stabilization make it stand out among other cameras in its price range. The various shooting options, full manual controls, and range of ISO sensitivity and shutter speed settings allow you to explore your creativity and experiment with different photography styles. The only drawback of the Nikon COOLPIX P1000 is its weight, which can be quite heavy for some people. However, if you are a photography enthusiast looking for a high-end camera with exceptional features, the Nikon COOLPIX P1000 is definitely worth considering.

Nikon COOLPIX P1000 16.7 Digital

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