We knew that we are going to see many new superzoom digital cameras in 2011. On February 8 2011, Nikon has announced the three new superzoom cameras: Nikon P500, S9100 and L120. In this specs comparison review I want to cover the P500, which has the longest zoom range out of the three, 22.5-810mm (36x; 35mm equiv.). The Nikon Coolpix P500 is Nikon's latest super-zoom compact camera. With a 22.5mm wide-angle to 810 mm super-telephoto lens, it will compete against other superb superzoom cameras, like the Canon SX30IS (840mm), Fujifilm FinePix HS20 EXR (720mm), Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 (600mm) and Olympus SP-800UZ (840mm). Of course its main competitors will be the Canon SX30IS and Olympus SP-800UZ which have a bit longer zoom range.
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| Nikon COOLPIX P500 (Image credit: Nikon) |
Super zoom digital cameras are becoming extremely popular due to the increase in image quality and technology features (ex. BSI, Image stabilization, etc.) which are integrated within the latest super-zoom cameras. People want to enjoy the versatility, flexibility and amazing reach that those cameras offer. Being both compact and fully featured, they are favorite among travelers who want a compact camera that can take images in challenging conditions. Let's go over the specs of the Nikon Coolpix P500 and see how it compared to both Olympus SP-800UZ, Sony Cyber-shot HX100V and Canon SX30IS.
Overview
Nikon Coolpix P500 looks like a DSLR camera when you first look at it. It has a pretty large hand-grip, dedicated dial button and enjoys a high-quality NIKKOR lens. Nikon has implemented all its experience and knowledge into this new super-zoom compact camera. The P500 features Nikon's EXPEED C2™ high-speed digital image processing engine which is customized for each camera. That means that the new EXPEED C2™ processor is customized to work perfectly with the P500 specifications to deliver exceptional performance and high-quality pictures.
Let's continue with a promotional video about the Nikon Coolpix P500 by IAmNikon:
Nikon has utilized a Nikkor ED 36x zoom NIKKOR; 4.0-144 mm F3.4-5.7 (22.5-810mm - 35mm equiv.) lens with Vibration Reduction (VR). The P500 features a 12.1-megapixel CMOS sensor, 921k-dot 3-in tilting LCD screen with anti-reflection coating and wide viewing angles. The Nikon Coolpix P500 can also capture 1080p Full HD movies.
There aren't any WOW unexpected brand new features here as you can probably see. Even so, we would like to know how it performs in terms of image quality compared to other super-zoom digital cameras in the same category. I am also happy to see that Nikon has decided to use a 3-inch 920,000 dots on all of its new superzoom cameras (L120, P500 and S9100). That means that a 920k-dots displays are becoming a standard and we can expect to see those types of displays in future models as well.
Ergonomics & Design
The Nikon Coolpix P500 has a really impressive/professional design. It has a very solid deep hand-grip and a thumb rubber grip at the back of the camera. The buttons seem to be well arranged. Actually, it looks like a DSLR camera than a conventional digital camera (i.e. DSLR-like).At the back of the P500 you can see a dedicated movie red button. You can select between HD or HS (High-speed) modes will the lever switch around the button.
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| Nikon P500 (red) - Top |
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| P500 (red) - back side |
The camera also features a top dial for selecting a shooting mode, on/of switch, shutter button, continuous shooting mode button, zoom lever W/T switch, etc. It seems that the buttons are all well arrange with enough space between them to prevent accidental clicking.
Sensor
Nikon has decided to go with a 1/2.3-in. BSI CMOS 12.1MP (effective) sensor. The sensor itself is a backside illuminated CMOS sensor. That means that the light gathering capabilities is doubled compared to a non BSI sensor. It means that the sensor is more sensitive to light and that means better color accuracy, higher low-light capabilities and overall better image quality. Backside-illuminated sensors are the choice of many camera vendors that have adopted this technology to enhance the image quality in small-sensor digital cameras, especially on ultra-zoom cameras.
In order to maintain the compact size of super-zoom cameras, camera manufacturers have to use a small sensor to go with a somewhat compact-size super-telephoto zoom lens. Before BSI sensors were announced, the image quality of super-zoom has left something to be desired. It lacked the high quality images found on non-superzoom cameras. In fact, many people opted for a digital camera with less reach, just to get a better and more satisfying image quality. By introducing the BSI, camera vendors have managed to come up with much better results by using the same sensor size and lenses. So on paper, we should expect an elevation in image quality with the Nikon Coolpix P500 camera.
Super-zoom shoppers have also been keeping a close look at Fujifilm's S-series superzoom cameras. Fujifilm has a large collection of excellent superzooms, like the: FinePix S3200 (24x optical zoom - 24-576mm), HS20EXR (30x optical zoom - 24-720mm) and S2950 (18x optical zoom - 28-504mm). Fujifilm's FinePix HS20 EXR also features a EXR CMOS BSI sensor.
It seems that the main reason why you should buy a new super-zoom camera, is the fact that the latest cameras feature a Back-illumination Sensor, compared to a front-illumination sensor found on older models. To this is a good key feature that is found on the Nikon Coolpix P500.
22.5-810mm Superzoom Nikkor lens
The Nikon Coolpix P500 is referred to as a pocketable Power zoom camera. It is compact, but not a camera that you can actually put in your pocket. The P500 features a high quality 22.5-810mm (35 equiv.) F3.4-5.7 36x ED VR Nikkor lens. If you are not coming from DSLR photography, you should know that Nikkor lenses are well known in the professional camera's market sector for their very high optical qualities. This is where we expect Nikon to deliver exceptional results.Before we continue, here is a Nikon P500 hands-on video review made by CNET:
A 810 mm maximum focal length isn't the World's longest focal length. Both the Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Olympus SP-800 UZ exceeds it by 30mm. Even so, don't base your buying decision solely on this number alone. I would prefer a camera that can give me a very good image quality at 810mm than a camera that delivers low IQ in higher focal length. I know that it is better for marketing to shout out loud "This is the World's Longest Super-Zoom digital camera!".
Even so, there are other things that should be considered it doesn't necessarily mean that the longest optical zoom camera carries the best image quality. In fact, in many cases it is exactly the opposite. There is a compromise between image quality and zoom range flexibility. Getting a larger zoom range, in most cases, has a negative effect on the image quality. That's why prime lenses are well known for their very high optical qualities compared to Interchangeable lenses on DSLR cameras.
The COOLPIX P500 lens has ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass lens which suppose to minimize and correct chromatic aberrations, or optical color defects.
The lens also features an lens-shift vibration reduction (VR) mechanism to reduce camera shake when shooting handheld photos.
All in all, we will have to wait and see how the Nikon P500 compares against it rivals in lab test reviews. So Nikon didn't go for the title. The Nikon P500 doesn't have the longest optical zoom length - if you just want to know.
EXPEED C2 Dual Image Processor
Nikon's EXPEED C2™ is a high performance image processing engine that was specially customized for the Nikon COOLPIX P500 premium Super-Zoom camera. It features unique and sophisticated algorithms that supposed to help inexperienced photographers, take gorgeous pictures (ex. Scene Auto Selector, Best Shot Selector, Smart Portrait System, etc.).The Nikon Coolpix P500 features not one but two EXPEED C2 Dual image processors. For you, it means better performance speed of operation, less noise in high ISO levels, fewer distortions and very high quality HD movies. You actually don't have to do anything, The camera does it all for you. The Image processing engine is the heart of every digital camera. When shooting JPEG images, you want the camera to tackle many of the problems associated with digital camera and correct them in-camera, so you won't have to.
P500 also includes many image adjustment functions like Backlighting scene mode, HDR mode and other modes that can be applied to images so you can get great shots out-of-the-box without editing your images in photo editing software.
Nikon Coolpix P500 supports sensor sensitivities up to ISO 3200. The EXPEED CS Dual Image Processor will help you keep the noise levels as low as possible. Although, in reality, I don't personally expect the P500 to deliver high IQ at that high ISO sensitivity levels. Still, we need to wait and see. Many times, the noise removal process is eliminating noise by blurring noisy areas of the image. That means that we might get a low-noise image, but the image will lose quite a lot of details in this process.
Full HD Movies
I personally didn't expect video resolution less than 1080p in this brand new premium ultra-zoom compact camera. Shooting 1080p videos with such a long optical zoom lens can trigger some unique looking videos, especially if you love shooting videos with your camera.Nikon Coolpix P500 allows Full HD 1080p movie recording at 30fps and 120fps or 240fps at VGA resolution. The combination of the EXPEED C2 processor, BSI sensor and the HD video capabilities should allow photographers to take gorgeous HD videos.
I still haven't found any P500 sample/test videos online. I will post them here when they are available on Vimeo or YouTube video sharing websites. You can see sample video footage in the first YouTube video at the top of this review page.
The P500 supports the following video resolutions:
- Full HD 1080p (1920 x 1080) @ 30 frames per second
- HD 720p (1280 x 720) @ 30 frames per second
- iFrame 540 (960 x 540) @ 30 frames per second
- VGA (640 x 480) @ 30 frames per second
- HS movie - 15fps (1920x1080), 60fps (1280x720), 120fps (640x480), 240fps (320x240)
3-inch 921k-dots Tilting Display
The P500 super-zoom has a gorgeous 3-inch 921k-dot Tilt, Vari-Angle display. The screen has an anti-glare coating so you can take image using the LCD even in direct sunlight. Alternatively, you can shoot pictures using the Eye-Level Electronic Viewfinder (EVF). |
| 3-inch 921k-dot Tilting LCD Screen at the back of the Nikon Coolpix P500 |
I personally had the chance to shoot with a 921k-dot resolution screen, and I must tell you that it ROCKS! This screen is bright and has amazing contrast. The pictures just popped out and it really helps composing images. Viewing images is a joy and I am sure that you will enjoy using it. I am glad to see that we can already see high resolution LCD screens on today's latest compact cameras. It seems like Nikon is really listening to its customers and making the 921k a standard screen for future cameras as well (I hope).
Nikon P500 vs Canon SX30IS vs Olympus SP-800UZ vs Sony HX100V
The Nikon Coolpix P500 will compete against the Canon SX30IS, Sony HX100V and Olympus SP-800UZ. The reason I put Olympus and Canon versus the P500 was due to their long zoom range (840mm). Although 30mm shorter, the Canon SX30 IS and Olympus SP-800UZ are direct competitors for the P500. Let's see how those camera compare against each other in the following specs comparison table.| Feature | Nikon P500 | Canon SX30 IS | Olympus SP-800UZ | Sony HX100V |
| Resolution | 12.0 MP | 14.1 MP | 14.0 MP | 16.2 MP |
| Sensor | 1/2.3" BSI-CMOS | 1/2.3" CCD | 1/2.3" CCD | 1/2.3" Exmor R CMOS sensor |
| Lens | 22.5-810mm F3.4-5.7 36x Optical Zoom | 24-840mm F2.7-5.8 35x Optical Zoom | 28-840mm F2.8-5.6 30x Optical Zoom | 27-810mm F2.8-5.6 (Carl Zeiss) 30x Optical Zoom |
| Image stabilization | Yes (5 way; Image-sensor shift and Electronic VR for stills ; Electronic VR for movies) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 0cm | 1cm | 1cm |
| LCD | 3-inch 921k Tilt | 2.7-inch 230,000 Swivel/Tilt | 3-inch 230,000 | 3-inch 921,600 Tilt |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Continuous shooting | 5fps | 0.6fps | 10fps | 10fps |
| Shutter speed | 1/1500-2 sec. | 1/3200-15 sec. | 1/2000 - 1/4 sec. | 1/4000 - 30 sec. |
| HD max. Resolution Clips | 1080p @ 30/15fps (inc. High speed up to 240fps in QVGA) | 720p @ 30fps | 720p @ 30fps | 1080p @ 60p |
| Electronic Viewfinder | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| HDMI connector | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Range (non-macro) | [W] 50 cm. [T] approx. 2.2 m. | [W] 5 cm. [T] 1.4 m. | [W] 10 cm. [T] 1.8 m. | [W] 5 cm. [T] 1.2 m. |
| ISO | 160 - 3200 | 80 - 1600 | 64 - 3200 (6400 and 10000 with boost) | 100 - 3200 |
| GPS | No | No | No | Yes |
| Metering | 256-segment matrix, center-weighted, spot, spot AF area (with support for 99 focus areas) | Evaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot Control to incorporate facial brightness in Face Detection AF | Digital ESP Metering, Spot Metering, Face Detection AE (when Face Detection AF is selected), Center Focus | Multi, Center, Spot |
| Removable Media Card | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card, MultiMediaCard, MMC Plus Card, HC MMC Plus Card | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG Duo |
| Battery Life | approx. 220 shots | approx. 400 shots | approx. 200 shots | approx. 303 shots |
| Dimensions | 84 x 116 x 103mm | 123 x 92 x 108m | 110 x 90 x 91mm | 121.6 x 86.6 x 93.1mm |
| Weight (inc. battery) | 494g | 601g | 455g | 577g |
As you can from the above super zoom camera's comparison table, the P500 has the advantage of having a better sensor, high resolution LCD and 1080p videos. If you want to shoot 1080p Full HD videos, the P500 or the DSC-HX100V are the cameras to get.
The Nikon P500 has the widest angle of the bunch (22.5mm) but lacks the maximum focal length reach of the Canon SX30IS and the Olympus SP-800UZ. Although I wouldn't base my buying decision based on that advantage alone (if you see this as an advantage).
Worth mentioning that the P500 has a large collection of Scene modes (Beach, Back Light, Snow, Sports, Sunset, Panorama, Museum, etc.) and image editing functions (D-Lighting, Black border, Filter effects, Skin softening, etc.).
Which one is better? - Overall, I think that the Coolpix P500 seems like a better choice, although I would also check out the Sony DSC-HX100V which was released a day before.
Final Words
I'm pretty impressed with the specs of the Nikon Coolpix P500 premium super-zoom compact camera.I think that the COOLPIX P500 will battle against the Sony HX100 for the best Ultra-zoom premium compact camera. You can find P500 sample images on Nikon's website. I am sure that soon enough we will see much more test photos and sample HD videos in various in-depth reviews over the web. I really likes the P500, it is equipped with Nikon's premium hardware and optical components that will stand the time against other future rivals in 2011.What you get in the box - P500 camera, LC-CP23 Lens Cap, AN-CP21 Strap, UC-E6 USB Cable, EG-CP16 Audio/Video Cable, EN-EL5 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, EH-69P AC Adapter/Charger, Nikon View NX 2 CD-Rom.
Price: $399.95 (MSRP)
Availability: March 2011 in Black and Red colors. (Buy it in red color by clicking here
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What do you think about the P500? - Please comment below.
Thanks for providing specs comparison table for four leading ultrazoom cameras. From this table it is evident that Nikon P500 and Sony HX100V score over the other two models [which are already available in the market] in terms type of sensors [CMOS Vs CCD], full HD capability and very high resolution 3"LCD screen of 921K. Among these two leading models, HX 100V provides higher resolution of 16.2 Mp and lens of F2.8-5.6 Vs 12 Mp and lens of F3.4-5.7 of P500. However practical results would provide better options.
ReplyDeletethanks for this information, it help me a lot with my buy decision, a got impress with the shutter spped, focus range, fps and the GPS of the sony, It would be great if sample pictures in diferent zoom ranges were available for the 4 compared models, that would shade more ligth for buyers.
ReplyDeleteYou should've included in the comparison chart and the
ReplyDeletePanasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 :-)
Just to be the complete comparison of all the competitors.
can you plz tell me which cam has good image quality nikon p500 or sony HX100v...
ReplyDeleteI have the coolpix P100. Unless the P500 is a radical redesign of the imager and the focus intelligence, it will be as much a loser as the P100.
ReplyDeleteThe P100 can't reliably focus on a bird in a tree at high zoom. Its photo quality is poor when compared with my Canon pocket camera. Specs are a half-truth. The truth is in the use and unless the P500 is much more than just a bigger zoom than the P100, it will be another dog.
The Sony HX100V is it, period.
ReplyDeletevery right, specs alone does't matter. there i think canon performs best in near equivalaent situation nikon which is next is never far behind.now with new ranges which r technically much better and better value for money i think nikon tops.
ReplyDeletefinaly please don't mind but i don't think others including sony can come close, even if they are 2 times costly. i am saying that bcoz of actual compariosions. not everyone is photograper nor m I. thats why what does better in automode is best for me. in low lights, area near ears of subject in entry level canons are far better than very high end sony's. perhaps i think sony is costly bcoz they assemble rather than self R&D and manufacturing like canon and nikon. see they use carl zies.
P500’s f/3.4 is at focus 22.5mm and HX100V’s f/2.8 is at focus 27mm. Therefore, there is no meaning to say that HX100V’s lens is better than P500.
ReplyDeleteHow about sany GPS function Sony is the best it has best picture quality ! also has new Exmor R processor who use different new technology of making pictures in low light places!
ReplyDeleteThe P500 and the P100 do not have lens threads in order to put a filter on to protect the lens. For me that was a deal breaker. I bought the Canon, downloaded the manual, printed it out, had it bound at Kinkos. I am enjoying it immensely. It's an extremely well-written and clear manual and makes learning and using all the bells and whistles on the Canon a delight.
ReplyDeleteAlso, put a filter on to protect my investment.
You have mentioned Fujifilm HS20EXR in the beginning but chose not to include it in the comparison. I am trying to choose between the two but can't really make up my mind until I see a comparison and recommendation from experts like you.
ReplyDeletehi guys
ReplyDeletei think sony HX100V is better with sweep panaroma ,gps, 10fps and live view. i had canon 30IS before but was too slow 0.6fps and got some blurry images too..waiting for sony...not much into nikon..
I just ordered the Sony DSC-HX100v, and I can't wait to get it...IMHO Sony beats Nikon. Love the Zeiss lense and GPS.
ReplyDeleteE probado la nikon p500 y la e comparado con una nikon d3000(SRL Reflex) de un amigo y me e llevado la sorpresa que la compacta Nikon P500 es bastante superior a la d3000, trabajamos en grafica y las fotos de la p500 son realmente superiores, quizas mas facil de usar, realmente una camara muy completa, lo unico en contra es la bateria que no dura mucho, tendrian que tener 1 bateria extra, mas si la usas para algun video.
ReplyDeleteThe comparison chart does not include "External Flash" and the P500 doesn't include a hot shoe. Too bad. I wish the P500 ISO went lower, shutter speed was faster and slower, wider range F-stop and better battery life.
ReplyDeleteHow is the battery life in comparison to the others? I need an extended battery life camera with a high optical zoom and fast shutter speed. Is the P500 the best for all of these?
ReplyDeletegud article,waitin 4 sony hx100v in hyderabad,any info guys on price n availability!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely before buying one of these gadgets you have to do a thorough investigation because of the many important details and facts interwoven.
ReplyDeleteOn the web there are a lot of totally opposite opinions. Before you buy a P100, please investigate thorough because this is not an impartial review and is definitely inclined to make you buy a P100.
After reading many other reviews, detailed studied all their specifications and watch examples on Youtube, photos on Flickr I definitely decided to buy a Sony HX100V.
So as previous post said I'll repeat: "The Sony HX100V is it, period".
For a not so positive comment in spanish about Nikon P500 from a regretted owner you can read:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.quesabesde.com/camaras-digitales/camaras/nikon-coolpix-p500-opiniones,5603.html?opinion=74752
hi guys... i am going to order a camera and got stuck on these models. my expectations are from top -- good image quality, good image stabilization while taking photo at far distance, high zoom but not prime concern (at least 25X or more).
ReplyDelete- FZ100
- P500
- SX30IS
- HS10 or HS20
please suggest.
can any tell when hx100v will be available in india
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ReplyDeleteYou can GET HX100V in Sony World from tomorrow & is prices @ 22,950. Am hunting on Sony so i Know this informationn
ReplyDeleteHX100v is available in INDIA now at 22,990. Visit http://www.sony.co.in/product/dsc-hx100v
ReplyDeleteMy style of photography demands a good zoom and I tried several cameras (Lumix FZ-28, Pentax X-90, Finepix S-1800, etc) and found the quality of images were well below the clarity of the 8800. Basically it comes down to the size of the sensor, which is a much under-rated factor as all manufacturers and sellers try to convince us that the mega-pixel count is the ultimate metric for resolution - WRONG.
ReplyDeleteThe P500 does not mark the picture's orientation, so you have to manually rotate each image after you download it to your computer so you can view it without twisting your head sideways. That's a deal breaker, in my opinion. I'm surprised this isn't mentioned in most reviews. Perhaps it's because most people expect this feature as standard.
ReplyDeleteas compared to nikon P500, sony HX100V has a upper hand. It Has more features . Sweep pamorama is just amazing.GPS, Full HD & good resolution (16MP).
ReplyDeleteI bought the Sony HX100V, took it home and tested it at different lightings and settings. I immediatelty noticed that the images above ISO 200 is not in (my opinion) even acceptable. Indoor shots all came out like painting as oppsed to like photos. Took the camera back rightaway. Bought the Nikon P500, ran the same tests and very quickly I noticed that the IQ on this camera beats the Sony HX100V by miles. My only complaint about P500 is this: If you want to zoom in to your subject, make sure you have pretty steady hands.
ReplyDeleteGPS in the camera? thats a lame reason to buy a camera.
ReplyDeleteNikon p500 is it.. (double period)
ReplyDeleteI think Sony HX100V is the best among above. Because both of it's image and video quality are superb!
ReplyDeleteAnd for MACRO ?!?! Who tested them and the results?!
ReplyDeleteHow can you have a 5 way camera shootout, without using the other cameras in the comparison?
ReplyDeleteLook, it's all about the picture quality and the Canon SX-30IS with the Lens stabalized (not senseor) image is incredible... Nikon should have stabalized the lens, not the sensor, like it does in its DSLR's. Sensor stabalization is only good out to about 200-300mm, further than this, lens is far superior..
hx100v is the new ultimate ALLROUNDER
ReplyDeleteP500 with very poor zoom in focus, should not happened on the Nikon camera. Strongly suggest Sony HX100V, it won't let you feel sorry!
ReplyDeletei have the hx100v. I wanted to take a single camera - without lens in tow - to ireland. Ultimately we ended up taking both my dslr and a wide angle lens and the HX100v. it did a great job. i only used my dslr when I wanted to use the wide angle but i used the panoramic sweep feature a lot in place of the wide angle. love it. it did pretty well in low light, the colors were good...It is so hard to go back to a point and shoot though after a dslr when you are looking at responsiveness and crispness. Still i think it was a great purchase!
ReplyDeleteI agree with the person above.
ReplyDeleteThe HX100V seems to do great both in low and normal lighting. Also, the AF is amazing on it, you can easily focus anything, even a bird on max zoom.
The part of image looking like a painting is visible when you watch it at pixel level (1:1), but I think this is normal for cameras with small sensors (like many superzooms)...
Buying an HX100V is a great choice, pictures and video from it are amazing (audio includes Dolby Digital Creator, giving an even nicer surround)...
sx40 is better than hx1oov....
ReplyDeleteThe picture quality is not very good with any of these. Movie quality superb.
ReplyDeleteToo bad these manufacturers can't charge a bit more and produce a great picture.
I have a quick question. I'm fairly certain that I'm going to settle on the Sony because of the higher MP, however, before I do, can someone please tell me how the image stabilization is for cameras? I'm thinking the Sony trumps the Nikon, but I'm not sure. I have a rather unsteady hand, so I have to carry a monopod with me at all times, but if one of these could help me get a nice shot without having to use it, that would be great for my vacations! One less thing to carry ya know. =)
ReplyDeleteSONY VIDEO FULLHD 60 FPS NIKON 30....FPS..MMMMM
ReplyDeleteIt seems that everybody here doesn't even take into comparison the Olympus SP-800UZ. Please see what that tiny camera with huge zoom can do here:
ReplyDeletehttps://picasaweb.google.com/106913078899624028286/AWeekInPrague
Thank you for watching.
P.S. The new Olympus SP-810UZ has even a better IQ and a much better IS...
I recently purchased Nikon P500 for the zoom lens since I take pictures of unsuspecting people on the beach. The photo quality is very sharp in full zoom. And the camera is lightweight and compact compared to my previous Canon SX20 (but I keep a point and shoot Nikon L23 in my pocket).
ReplyDeleteMy only beef with the P500 is when I use the viewfinder, my nose rubs the screen and I get it all smudgy as a result.
Thanks for your great review.
Being water color landscape artist working out door and in studio references i found SONY Hx 100v is the best camera in reasonable price in the form of expensive DSLRs.Hx 100 has sweep panoramic which is very helpful in my paintings.after long research and opinions of expert professional users i bought Hx 100v.If other cameras like NIKON,CANON,YASHIKA, bore the feature of panoramic view in this price probably the there would be more competition in the world market. by SAJID QURESHI LAHORE ,PAKISTAN
ReplyDeleteHx 100v focus at 30 x zoom is crisp and far better than Nikon 500p. Image processing is very fast and various preset shooting option s are very useful. It gives better value for money. Manual mode gives flexibility and the panoramic mode is really cool. HD1080 mode for movies with shoot while you roll option comes in handy.
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