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Best Rated Nikon DSLR Cameras (2020) | Comparison and Reviews

January 2, 2020 by  
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Best Rated Nikon Digital DSLRs – This is a roundup of the Top-Rated Nikon Digital SLRs and a comparison of features. Nikon digital SLRs have dropped dramatically over the last several years, while features and capabilities have increased. The SLRs are grouped under $1000 and over $1000. Nikon’s Expeed 4 Processor is 30% faster than […]

Nikon D5500 DX DSLR Touchscreen WiFi Camera | Review

March 22, 2018 by  
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The mid range Nikon D5500 replaces the popular D5300 and has some improved features. The D5500 has an imaging sensor with 24.2 megapixels. The camera has Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound. Subject-tracking AF. Body mounted stereo microphones. The native ISO for low light photography is 100-12,800 (expandable to 25,600). Its side articulating 3.2 inch high resolution display (1,037,000 dots) allows you to get hard to get low angle and high angle shots. The big upgrade for 2015 is the new touchscreen display, for better control over focus and other features. This is the first Nikon DSLR with a touchscreen. Built-in camera effects filters for both picture and video modes. Other features include LiveView so you can frame your movies and pictures, the EXSPEED 4 processor, higher 60fps movie mode, 5.0 fps continuous shooting, Ultrasonic Dust Removal System removes dust from the sensor automatically, Active D-Lighting function which can vastly improve shadows and highlights of high-contrast scenes. 39 AF points (with 3D tracking). High Dynamic Range mode. Subject-tracking AF tracks and maintains focusing on a moving subject. The camera is lighter and slightly smaller, and has better battery life than the D5300 it replaces. …More …

Nikon D3300 24.2 Megapixel Digital SLR Camera | Review

October 17, 2017 by  
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The entry level Nikon D3300 SLR is Nikon’s best selling DSLR. The D3300 is designed for anyone who wants to take pictures without worrying about settings, but with advanced features. It replaces the popular Nikon 3200. New for this DSLR is a new lens that retracts to a more compact size for easy transport, the video mode with full-time autofocus and stereo sound can now do up to 60 frames/second, and improved ISO to 12800, and new EXPEED 4 processor. With the built-in LiveView you can frame your movies and pictures with the large 3-inch LCD screen (921,000 pixels). Good solid performance from one of Nikon’s least expensive and compact DSLRs. Improved 5.0 fps continuous shooting, Ultrasonic Dust Removal System removes dust from the sensor automatically. The Active D-Lighting function vastly improves shadows and highlights of high-contrast scenes. Includes the new compact 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II lens (with image stabilization). New easy mode, for beginner photographers. …More …

Nikon D5300 Digital SLR Camera with WiFi | Review

September 10, 2017 by  
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The mid range Nikon D5300 Digital SLR Camera replaces the popular D5200 and is loaded with improved features. The D5300 has an upgraded imager with 24.2 megapixels. The camera has Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound. Subject-tracking AF. Body mounted stereo microphones. The native ISO for low light photography is 100-12,800 (expandable to 25,600). Its side articulating 3.2 inch high resolution display (1,037,000 dots) allows you to get hard to get low angle and high angle shots. Built-in camera effects filters for both picture and video modes. Other features include LiveView so you can frame your movies and pictures, the new EXSPEED 4 processor, higher 60fps movie mode, 5.0 fps continuous shooting, Ultrasonic Dust Removal System removes dust from the sensor automatically, Active D-Lighting function which can vastly improve shadows and highlights of high-contrast scenes. 39 AF points (with 3D tracking). High Dynamic Range mode. Subject-tracking AF tracks and maintains focusing on a moving subject. …More …

Nikon D810 36.3 Megapixel FX-Format Digital SLR Camera

June 19, 2016 by  
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The Full Frame FX Nikon D810 36.3 megapixel SLR has the most megapixels of any SLR Nikon has produced to date (other than the D800 it replaces). The D810 shares many of the features of the best Nikon SLRs and some new ones as well. It is capable of 36.1 megapixel medium format images with low noise. This model has increased the ISO range (64-12800) and drops the optical low pass filter for greater detail. Full HD 1080p 60fps Video mode with a headphone jack, microphone jack, uncompressed HDMI out, Audio monitoring, and a dedicated movie record button. You can shoot in either FX or DX movie formats. Video can be shot with full manual control and you can view live video with an external monitor through the HDMI. Another new feature is the built-in HDR (high dynamic range) function which can create a single image that combines two exposures for a better image. A time lapse photography mode is included. Dual Slots for SD and CF cards. New EXPEED 4 processor is 30% faster (lower noise & faster AF)
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Nikon D7200 24.2 Megapixel DX-Format DSLR Camera (2015-2016)

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**New for 2015-2016. The Nikon D7200 DX SLR is Nikon’s answer to Canon’s EOS 70D. The D7200 replaces the popular Nikon D7100. Its updated APS-C sized sensor has a full 24.2 megapixels. New for 2015 is an upgraded AF system borrowed from the high end D4. No Optical Low-Pass Filter (OLPF) on the D7200 to offer higher resolution than the filtered DSLRs. The D7200 offers Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound. New 60p mode was added in. To complement the video, the D7200 incorporates a headphone jack and an external microphone jack for high-quality stereo sound recording options. Other features include LiveView so you can frame your movies and pictures with the upgraded high resolution The camera has a high resolution 3.2-inch LCD screen (1,228,800 pixels). The Burst Rate of the D7200 is 6.0 fps continuous shooting, increased buffer size, now can hold 18 (RAW, Lossless 14-bit) photos, Ultrasonic Dust Removal System removes dust from the sensor automatically. Active D-Lighting function which can vastly improve shadows and highlights of high-contrast scenes. 51 point AF system with 15 sensors cross type. 2,016-pixel RGB (3D Color Matrix) exposure sensor. Native ISO has improved to 100-25,600 to allow for a wider range of lighting situations. 100% frame coverage viewfinder. Dual SDHC/SDXC Card Slots. The D7200 is made with a magnesium alloy body with moisture and dust resistance which will protect the D7200’s internal parts from the elements. …More …
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Nikon D7100 24.1 Megapixel DX-Format Digital SLR Camera

September 10, 2013 by  
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**New for 2013. The Nikon D7100 DX SLR replaces the popular Nikon D7000. Its APS-C sized imager was upgraded from 16.2 to a full 24.1 megapixels. New for 2013 is an upgraded AF system borrowed from the high end D4. This is the first Nikon DSLR to remove the optical low pass filter, which is done to offer higher resolution than the filtered D5200 and D3200. The D7100 offers Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound. New 30p and 25p modes were added for 2013. To complement the video, the D7100 incorporates a headphone jack and an external microphone jack for high-quality stereo sound recording options. Other features include LiveView so you can frame your movies and pictures with the upgraded high resolution Upgraded 3.2-inch LCD screen with higher resolution (1,228,800 pixels). The Burst Rate of the D7100 is 6.0 fps continuous shooting, Ultrasonic Dust Removal System removes dust from the sensor automatically. Active D-Lighting function which can vastly improve shadows and highlights of high-contrast scenes. 51 point AF system with 15 sensors cross type. 2,016-pixel RGB (3D Color Matrix) exposure sensor. ISO from 100 to 6400 allows for a wider range of lighting situations. 100% frame coverage viewfinder. Dual SDHC/SDXC Card Slots. The D7100 is made with a magnesium alloy body with moisture and dust resistance which will protect the D7100’s internal parts from the elements. …More …
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Nikon D3100 14.2 Megapixel Digital SLR Camera | Review

May 20, 2012 by  
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The entry level Nikon D3100 SLR is one of Nikon’s best selling SLRs. The D3100 is designed for anyone who wants to take pictures without worrying about settings. It replaces the popular Nikon 3000. Upgraded from 10.2 to 14.2 megapixels. New is the addition of Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound. This is the first Nikon DSLR to record 1080p video. Also new for 2010 is the addition of LiveView so you can frame your movies and pictures with the large 3-inch LCD screen (230,000 pixels). 3.0 fps continuous shooting, Ultrasonic Dust Removal System removes dust from the sensor automatically. Active D-Lighting function which can vastly improve shadows and highlights of high-contrast scenes. Includes the 18-55mm optical image stabilized (VR) Lens.Compatible with all NIKKOR AF-S and AF-I lenses that have an autofocus motor. In-camera photo editing: After shooting, the D3100’s photo editing functions allow for in-camera retouching. Upgraded Nikon EXPEED 2 Image Processor, and 11 point autofocus system. Improved ISO to 3200, 6 automatic exposure modes.
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