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Olympus CASE TRAVEL E SYSTEM Description:

OLYMPUS 260225 Travel Case

• Brand: Olympus
• Model: 260225
• Format: CD
• Dimensions: 5.50″ h x 11.50″ w x 13.50″ l, 3.75 pounds

Features

• Fits Olympus E-system body & up to 2 lenses 7″ in length
• Interior zippered mesh pocket for media cards
• 2 outside pockets for accessories
• Padded adjustable straps

Customer Reviews:

Great bag, only 1 con
PROS: This is a great bag, with enough room for your camera, two lenses, extra batteries, charger, video cables, etc. I could imagine fitting more than that however items above fit my needs. Comes with a carry strap and a paded velcro divider that you can rearrange the interior of the bag in up to 3 sections, so in that way you don’t have accessories in direct contact with each other (possible scratches).
CONS: The connecting clip in the front of the bag used to close and secure the bag, is not made with a very good quality, actually is not even the clip, is the strap that goes into the clip that is loosely attached to it. This does not represent a major issue as long as you are aware, the camera could drop out of the bag because of how loosely assembled it is.
Conclusion: I still recommend it with the caution advise, would have given it 5 stars if it wasn’t because of the connection clip. Overall I still love the bag, I secured the connection clip strap by adding a safety pin underneath, which goes unnoticed.

Medium E Volt Bag zToo Small
Would probably be ok if you only have one lens. Not big enough for two.

OLYMPUS CASE TRAVEL E SYSTEM
GOOD BAG FOR THE SMALLER E-SYSTEM CAMERAS. JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED A 150MM LENSES,NOT ENOUGHT ROOM TO CARRY OTHER ACCESSORIES. STILL IT WAS A GOOD PURCHASE. BAG IS WELL CONSTRUCTED.

JVC BN-VF823USP Battery Charger Description:

Battery charger for BN-VF823USP

• Brand: JVC
• Model: AA-VF8USP
• Dimensions: 4.00″ h x 5.00″ w x 3.00″ l,

Features

• Universal Power: 110-240V~, 50/60Hz
• Output Power: DC 7.2V

Customer Reviews:

Domke 702-414 Propack 414 Backpack Black Description:

The Domke Propack 414 is a more traditional style backpack. In keeping with Domke tradition, this new backpack is canvas with plenty of pocket room, and a removable insert. Movable and removable dividers allow you to configure the bag any way you like giving a custom fit. This bag is large enough to take a Pro DSLR camera with long lenses with plenty of space for addition lenses The three large front pockets and laptop section offer extra storage for flashed, cords, chargers and any other accessories you might need. A tripod holder give a convenient way to carry your tripod while the padded straps give add comfort in carrying. This bag also features sternum and waist straps for extra security and comfort. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: External 14.5” W x 9.5” D x 14” H; Interior 11”W x 6”D x 12”H Plus Laptop Area.

• Color: Black
• Brand: Domke
• Model: 702-414
• Dimensions: 15.00″ h x 10.00″ w x 15.00″ l, 5.00 pounds

Features

• Built in tripod holder
• Padded straps and sternum and waist straps for easy carrying
• Laptop section
• D-rings and webbing straps to add additional pouches
• 3 large front pockets for extra storage

Customer Reviews:

Olympus Outback 10×21 RC1 Binoculars Product: Olympus Outback 10×21 RC1 Binoculars Discount. List Price: $99.00 Amazon Price: $56.03 Click Here To See Amazon Sale Price Add to cart to see low price@ Availability: In Stock Usually ships in 24 Hours Free Shipping Available

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Travel light and see the sights with the Outback binoculars. The light and ultra-compact binoculars offer Roof Prism technology along with UV-protection, making it the ideal model for all-around outdoor use. These features and more are packed into a conveniently small but rugged all-weather shell to allow the binoculars to be easily carried anywhere you go.This binocular is ideal for water sports, traveling and entertainment events. The foldable design is compact enough to slip into any pocket. Multi-coated lenses provide improved image brightness for a crisp, clear view.

• Amazon Sales Rank: #8370 in Camera & Photo
• Brand: Olympus
• Model: 10 x 21 RC I Silver Binoculars
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 1.60″ h x 3.50″ w x 3.90″ l, .43 pounds

Features

• Slim body and foldable design
• High-index BaK-4 roof prisms
• UV protection
• Center focus knob
• Built-in dioptric correction adjusts to each user’s eyesight

Olympus Outback 10×21 RC1 great binoculars
Olympus Outback 10×21 RC1 Binoculars Great binocs, small, light, easy to carry, and decent optics for a tiny price. Comes with a functional soft, artificial leather carry case with velcro flap, neck strap slot, belt loop slots on rear, and a nylon neck strap affixed to the binocs. Re: the occasional negative review, please research how binoculars work before you buy. The 10 in 10 x 21 is the maximum magnification (too much makes it hard to focus because the human hand shakes); the 21 is the diameter of the objective lens (bigger collects more light). The 10 x 21 is a great compromise between performance and portability - makes these binoculars good for concerts, casual use, sightseeing. Not for serious birdwatchers or salt water sailors, who want more performance and therefore will tolerate more weight and size. Also, before writing a review, please learn how to focus your binocs, including how to fine tune the focus with the adjustable eyepiece: (First, pick out a moderately distant object. Second, viewing with your left eye, adjust the master focus [center knob] with right eyepiece covered and blocked off. Third, viewing with your right eye, fine focus [twist the slim right eyepiece ring] the right eyepiece with the left eyepiece covered and blocked off. Now your binocs are ’set’ for your particular eyes and you can easily change focus as you view different objects just by using the master focus knob. The next person, with different eyes, will likely need to readjust the binocs per above instructions.) Also the rubber eyecups can be adjusted in and out as well. This helps some people, especially those with glasses.

Worthless, despite the high CR rating
I bought this as a gift because it had been rated highly by Consumer Reports. I was terribly disappointed. They look, feel, and perform like a child’s toy. The eyepieces are tiny, so it’s hard to even get them to line up with your eyes; the field of view is miniscule, the image is muddy and incredibly dim. We returned them and purchased a pair of Nikan Action 8×40 for a similar price, and were delighted.

If you are considering these because of price, look at the Nikon Action 8×40 — crisp and bright, and similarly priced. If you must have something pocket-sized, consider the Nikon Travelite V series. The image is nowhere near the Nikon Action 8×40 mentioned above, but it’s still superior to this one. Also the eyepieces are much wider. Nevertheless for birding etc, I would hesitate to reccomend any of the pocket binoculars. You’re much betetr off with a full-size, esp. a (relatively) light and cheap one such as the Nikon Action 8×40.

Great binoculars for the price!
Nice entry level binoculars…perfect for casual wildlife watching and outdoor concerts…small and easy to tuck away.

Canon EH17L Semi Hard Case for the EOS 20D Digital SLR Camera Description:

Canon is a leader in professional business and consumer imaging equipment and information systems. By developing innovative, high-quality business solutions Canon makes it easy to create, manage, and share images and information better, faster, and more efficiently.

• Brand: Canon
• Model: 9834A001
• Dimensions: 4.80″ h x 6.60″ w x 7.10″ l, .53 pounds

Customer Reviews:

Canon 20D Case is a piece of JUNK
This is nothing like the Canon leather cases we have all known for years. Canon should be ashamed to have the proud Canon name on it.
It does NOT fit the Canon 20D with the 17-85 lens attached; it will not close.
One of the major ingredients listed is CARDBOARD!
Poorly designed, poorly made piece of junk. Made in China, of course.

A cover- not a case
I’m not sure what I was expecting, but this case, despite quality construction, is awkward to squeeze my Canon 20D into and offers no real protection from the elements. If it were $10 I wouldn’t complain, but I just bought the Tamrac 5684 Digital SLR camera case for $10 LESS and that action has a badillion pockets and seals my SLR away in a shock absorbent foam vault. I’m about to return the case/cover above right now.

Nice case!
Well made Canon leather-like case with a convenient snape and velcro closure. Bottom piece screws into the tripod screw and can be left on for an extra measure of protection. Camera fits very well with a EF-S17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens or bigger. Edges are well stitched — price seems reasonable given the quality of construction. Yes, made in China, but so are a lot of items. My only complaint is that I would have liked a case that would allow me to use the camera without having to take the camera all the way out of the case. I’ve heard that after market case makers make such an item.

From the Manufacturer
The EH-17L Semi Hard case protects your EOS 20D from scratches and dings while on the go or during storage. The case opens quickly and easily for instant access, and fits over an attached standard-size zoom lens (like the EF-S17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM).

Galileo 7-21×40 Zoom Binocular Description:

The Galileo C-72140CP features 40mm objective lenses and brings images 7 to 21 times closer to you than the naked eye. The C-72140CP features a zoom design allowing you to survey the entire landscape or zoom in on a particular object simply by pushing a lever located conveniently at your finger tips. The prisms are positioned in a porro prism design affording them increased depth perception over other binocular designs. Additionally the C-72140CP features fully coated optics for improved glare reduction, water resistant comfort grip rubber armoring, full range center focus and binocular tripod socket. Included with the Galileo C-72140CP is the Galileo deluxe carrying case, comfortable neoprene neck strap, lens cloth and protective eye caps. Designed for years of use all Galileo binoculars come with a limited lifetime warranty which covers the binoculars against defects in material or workmanship for the life of the purchaser. Features: -Zoom design. -Water resistant. -Comfort grip rubber armoring. -Full range center focus. -Fold down rubber eye guards. -Binocular tripod socket. -Carrying case with shoulder strap. -Neck strap. -Lens cloth. -Limited lifetime manufacture warranty. Specifications: -7x to 21x power zoom. -40mm objective lenses. -Fully coated optics. -Linear field of view: 279”(7x) @ 1000yds. -Angular field of view: 5.3 (7x). -Minimum focus distance: 18” at 7x. -Exit pupil size: 5.7mm(7x) to 1.9mm(21x). -Eye relief: approx. 8mm - 10mm. -Interpupillary distance: 59mm to 73mm. -Relative brightness index: 32.65(7x) to 3.63(21x). -Twilight factor: 16.73(7x) to 28.98(21x). -Overall dimensions: 8.5” H x 8” W x 3” D.

• Amazon Sales Rank: #95196 in Camera & Photo
• Brand: Galileo
• Model: C-72140
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 8.50″ h x 8.00″ w x 3.00″ l, 3.00 pounds

Features

• Rubber armored and water resistant design
• Fully coated lens
• 278 foot field of view at 1,000 yards
• Magnification: 7x to 21x
• Objective lens: 40mm

Customer Reviews:

From the Manufacturer
Features include:

• 7-21 Power
• 40mm Objective Lens
• Fully-Coated Optics
• 278 ft. Field of View
• Rubber Armored
• Water Resistant
• Fold-Down Rubber Eye-Guards
• Camera Tripod Adaptable
• Case & Strap
• Lens Cleaning Cloth
• Instructions
• Limited Lifetime Warranty

Samsung S700 7.2MP 3x Optical/5x Digital Zoom Camera Black Description:

Great pictures are just a click away with this Samsung Digimax S700 7.2 MP digital camera ! The Digimax S700 has a user-friendly ergonomic body design which delivers comfort anda steady hold for better shots! The Samsung Digimax S700 is a high resolution digital camera equipped with a true-color filtered 7.2 megapixel CCD and a 15x total zoom ( 3x optical, 5x digital ) , allowing you to produce high-quality, detailed photos for printing up to poster size! Its large 2.5-inch LCD has improved contrast and color reproduction for easy imaging framing and reviewing. The Digimax S700 supports ISO 1000, making it one of the most light-sensitive models in its class. Using faster shutter speeds is great for moving subjectsso you can be sure to capture crisp images in low-light conditions. The Samsung Digimax S700 features a print button whichmakes direct printing easier than ever! Simply connect the S700 to any PictBridge compatible photo printer, press the illuminated print button and print! You can also use this button to transfer your images directly to a computer!

• Amazon Sales Rank: #33329 in Camera & Photo
• Color: Black
• Brand: Samsung
• Model: Digimax S700BLACK
• Dimensions: 2.43″ h x 1.04″ w x 3.81″ l, .50 pounds
• Display size: 2.5

Features

• 7.2 Mega pixels, Optical 3x Zoom with Large 2.5″ LCD
• Easy Grip
• User-friendly Effect button
• Quick Print button

Customer Reviews:

Terrible Image quality, don’t be fooled
What a disappointment.

First, I’ll note that the 8 megapixel version of this camera is selling for $129 on amazon as I write this.. and I wouldn’t buy that one either, though it looks like the same camera with an upgraded chip… then again, it could be worse since their Megapixel ratings are misleading at best.

I felt samsung was probably a decent brand based on some of their other kinds of products, but no. I’ve had a lot of experience with photography over the years, am no amateur, but was looking for a competent, inexpensive snapshot camera which used SD cards and AA batteries, and in a pinch would take video at a decent resolution.

This ain’t it, but I’m stuck with it.

The worst thing is that even though rated at 7.2 megapixels, its images are MUCH worse than the 3.2mp olympus I had previously. Even at the highest quality image settings you can see the grainy color pixelation artifacts even on the 2.4″ screen of the camera!

The audio drops out unpredictably during the shooting of video, and the video itself is choppy, poor quality, and eats memory since it’s MPEG2. Useless, and looks much worse than MPEG4 somehow.

And it wouldn’t format the SD card I initially bought. A call to Samsung tech support gave me the news that they only guarantee it to work AT ALL with sandisk brand memory cards, so I had to eat the price of the card I had and order an expensive sandisk card.

The screen is viewable, and based on that I’d say the camera is worth about $30, but to a kid, not to anyone who wants to seriously save their pictures.

This was obviously designed from the ground up as a camera meant to sell for a tiny fraction of its fictitious “retail price”, and I assume that’s the case with the 800 model too. Beware.

Works fine for me
I use Duracell’s Rechargeable 2650 mAh batteries with this camera and it works GREAT! It lasts about 500 pictures or so. I recommend the Powerex MH-C204W Worldwide 1-hr Conditioning Travel Charger for high mAh batteries b/c you can condition and rejuvenate the batteries after a number of charges. It also subjects aged batteries to a conditioning algorithm that first fully drains the batteries and then recharges them so that it’ll perform as if new.

Anyhow, this camera is wonderful: 7.2 mp is plenty enough for me - I don’t take pictures worth selling so the resolution is perfect for everyday memories. I love the macro feature for close-up photos and the auto focus feature (lightly tapping the snap button once before pressing it again to take the photo) is really helpful. I also use this for my real estate agent’s listing pictures and it does very well indoors or a cloudy day. I think Samsung could do better with the video capturing however. The sound was choppy and skips if you zoom in/out while recording. But oh well, I think a camcorder should be its separate entity anyway. It’s fairly light - the batteries make up most of it’s weight. Transfering photos onto my computer is simple, fast and easy. I have a perfect pre-cut screen protector on it so no worries there. It didn’t come with a case but I got a cheap, perfect-fit Case Logic case at Target for $3.99 w/a hidden slot for extra batteries and it fits in my coat pocket.

Good, but another battery eater.
When will they either make stronger batteries or cameras that don’t suck up the power like an aardwark on ants. Otherwise a pretty nice, though not so special, camera.

Zeikos ZE-CBG50 Battery Power Grip for Canon 40D And 50D Description:

The Zeikos Power grip for the Canon 50D/40D is the perfect solution for doubling your shooting time. It holds either 2 BP511 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable batteries or 6 AA batteries. It has a vertical firing release with a lock and dramatically improves stability. It has a 1 year warranty.

• Brand: Zeikos
• Model: ZE-CBG50
• Dimensions: 3.00″ h x 5.50″ w x 4.40″ l, .80 pounds

Features

• Professional high quality battery grip for Canon EOS 50D & 40D
• Effectively doubling your shooting time
• Holds 2 BP511 Li-Ion Rechargeable Batteries
• Complete with holder for 6 AA Batteries
• Vertical firing release with lock

Customer Reviews:

Just like the Canon OEM BG-E2N Battery Grip except for price
I must confess, that I am one of those Canon OEM snobs. I always purchase the Canon product, so everything matches perfectly. Both visually and as far as function. I am often asked for lens, camera, and accesory advice by friends and in online chat forums.

And I always say that its better to buy the Canon grip, because of the higher build quality, the feel, and how it looks attached to your camera.

I have three Canon BG-E2N Battery Grips (20D, 2×40D, 50D,), but my Canon 20D did’nt have a grip on it. I purchased the Flashpoint battery grip since it was so cheap, and my 20D was just sitting around gathering dust.

The build quality of this grip is awesome! It looks exactly like the Canon grip, and has all the same buttons and features. The faux leather on the grip is much softer than the Canon, and want slip in your hands as easily.

Very well constructed, snug fit, grip feels great, and the price is the icing on the cake. It comes with an AA battery tray adapter just like the Canon, and is handy when you run out of power. Looks like it came from Canon.

The setup of the shutter release and other buttons are accurate, ergonomical and feels good. It also doubles your shooting time. Give you a stable feeling when using big heavy “L” lenses. And the vertical shutter button allows you to take vertical portraits much easier and more comfortably.

I’m still a Canon OEM snob, but will have to consider this companies products.

Expectional Value!!!
Normally I just buy the Canon brand and pay the extra money but this time I went “off brand” and purchased the Zeikos Battery Grip Power Grip. Cost was the primary reason for not buying Canon (the Zeikos is about $85 less) and since I plan to use the battery grip occasionally I thought this might be a good way to save a little money.

Out of the box I am very impressed with this product. It has a good sturdy feel, seems well designed and is very easy to attach to the Camera. It comes with instructions that are clear and easy to follow.

A couple of things to know: The instructions say the grip can be used with Canon 20D/30D/40D/50D cameras. Why they only advertise the 40D and 50D is a mystery to me. The grip can function with one or two BP511A batteries installed. The grip will also accept 6 double AA batteries but the instructions say this is for emergency use and some camera functions will be slower when using double AA batteries. The grip also makes shooting from a portrait orientation much easier and the shutter button on the grip functions and feels the same as the shutter button on the camera.

I guess the one remaining question is will it hold up? Time will tell BUT I paid for it with my Amazon VISA card so the original warranty of 1 full year is automatically increased to 2 full years at no additional cost. All you have to do is keep your receipt so you can prove you paid with VISA and call the 800 on the back of the card if you have a problem.

The combination of price and quality make this an exceptional value!!

Thanks to everyone who wrote a review. Your comments made me decide to buy this product and I’m very happy I did.

Outstanding product
The Zeikos ZE-CBG50 battery grip (sometimes referred to as Flashpoint?) is an excellent alternative to the Canon battery grip that is priced $100 higher. While I haven’t seen the Canon BG-E2N grip, my guess is that the major difference between the Zeikos and the Canon is that the Canon has a weather seal around the battery door (The new E2N model claims to have it, and I didn’t notice any weather seal on the Zeikos . There is a good video review of the Zeikos if you search for ZE-CBG50 - the review [...] and it is syndicated throughout other photography websites. In short, you won’t be disappointed with the Zeikos battery grip as it has a shutter release button, a mode dial and the AE-lock and AF selection point buttons. The older model CBG40 did not have the mode dial I believe. It also has a rubber exterior for your hand that is comfortable and is nearly identical to that on the camera.

Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Canon Mount Digital SLR Cameras Description:

Sigma Corporation adds unique, anti-shake technology to award-winning 17-70mm lens Sigma announced the new Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM. This large aperture standard zoom lens offers an aperture of F2.8 at the 17mm focal length and is ideal for many situations such as portraits, sports, macro and general photography The OS (Optical Stabilizer) function offers the use of shutter speeds approximately 4 stops slower than would otherwise be possible. The maximum aperture of F2.8 makes this lens ideal for hand held photography as well as producing an attractive background blur and high speed auto focus. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 22cm (8.7..) throughout the entire zoom range and maximum magnification ratio of 1:2.7, making it ideal for close-up photography. It is possible to focus as close as approximately 4.7cm from the tip of the lens to the subject making this lens particularly useful for close-up photography. Three aspherical lenses and one ELD (Extraordinary Low Dispersion) glass element provide excellent correction for all types of aberrations. High image quality is assured throughout the entire zoom range. The Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting and provides high contrast images. The incorporation of HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) ensures a quiet and high speed AF. This lens has a rounded 7 blade diaphragm which creates an attractive blur to the out of focus areas of the image

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2907 in Camera & Photo
• Brand: Sigma
• Model: 17-70mm f/2.8-4 Canon
• Dimensions: 3.10″ h x 3.50″ w x 3.50″ l, 1.18 pounds

Features

• Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce its newly upgraded 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM lens.
• Focusing distance of 8.7 inches

Customer Reviews:

Sigma 17-70 2.8-4 OS HSM
I received the Sigma 17-70 2.8-4 OS HSM from Amazon five days ago. I have taken about 400 shots with this lens, including landscapes, indoor family gatherings with flash, and a sporting event in a large, well-lit indoor arena. It seems to me that this lens works as advertised. I don’t see focus problems with this lens in either the AI Servo to AI Focus modes on my Canon XSi. The XSi exposure metering seems to work fine with the Sigma 17-70, and I cannot see anything wrong with color accuracy. The finish, appearance, and feel of the lens are pleasing. I like it, and it certainly seems to be a good value given its relatively low cost vs. function. I have awarded four stars in my rating only because of my limited experience with this lens. If this lens continues to work as it has so far, I would award a fifth star.

Photography is my hobby, not my profession, but I carry my camera to work and shoot nearly every day. I cannot afford high-end camera equipment, so I make do with what I can afford. Even so, I have had rewarding successes and lots of fun with my hobby. My photos have been published in magazines, textbooks, brochures, large-format calendars, and web sites. They have been framed and hung on walls in office suites, sports arenas, and homes.

I have used Sigma lens for the past ten years, and currently own four Sigma lens for my Canon XSi. Sigma lens are cheap, they are most often lightweight as compared to Canon lens, and they work acceptably well. I am familiar with the “you get what you pay for” concept, and I understand that sometimes there are issues with Sigma lens. I can see why professionals need sturdy equipment, but overall Sigma has provided me with a successful and cost-effective way to observe, record, and enjoy my surroundings.

Wonderful, Responsive & Tack Sharp
I own a great deal of glass… lenses litter my office. Most of the lenses I’m glad I purchased and a few, well, those go to the Land of Ebay. This one, however, will never be far from my camera(s). I owned the predecessor, the 17-70 f/2.8-4.5 HSM, an excellent lens and a supreme value. Effectively, a 25-105mm, perfect walkabout lens with Macro capability - equally adept at the candid portrait as well as the quick nature shot. Images post process quite well. So, it was a bit of trepidation that I purchased the updated lens… would it perform as well? Would the OS (Image stabilization built into the lens) be effective? Is it still a great value Nikon lens? Fortunately, the answer to all three questions is a resounding yes. If anything, images are a bit sharper out of camera. OS is effective from 2-3 stops. And absolutely, this lens is a phenomenal value especially compared to the fantastic 17-55mm f/2.8 NIKON lens priced at a healthy four figures. So unless you’re loaded and/or totally convinced that only Nikon glass can work effectively on Nikon bodies, consider this lens for your arsenal. It’s a strong step up from the kit lenses and a healthy competitor to the venerable 17-55mm.

Great lens at an affordable cost
Photography is not my profession. I have been using the older version of this same lens on my D300 for the last year and have loved it. Could not resist the OS version and went for it to test it. But without second thought, I am keeping this.
- The OS works really well as suggested.
- Color reproduction is better than the non-OS version
- Very well built as its predecessor
- Extremely quite OS motor.

Nikon Coolpix P1 8MP Digital Camera with 3.5x Optical Zoom Wi-Fi Capable Product: Nikon Coolpix P1 8MP Digital Camera with 3.5x Optical Zoom Wi-Fi Capable-Retail $549.99! Sale Only $194.99! List Price: $549.99 Amazon Price: $194.99 Click Here To See Amazon Sale Price Add to cart to see low price@ Availability: In Stock Usually ships in 24 Hours Free Shipping Available

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MD) CL) NIKON COOLPIX P1 DIGITAL CAM

• Amazon Sales Rank: #9528 in Camera & Photo
• Brand: Nikon
• Model: P1
• Dimensions: 3.50″ h x 5.60″ w x 7.60″ l, 3.00 pounds
• Display size: 2.5

Features

• 8.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
• 3.5x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display
• Face Priority Autofocus and In-Camera Red-Eye Fix; transfer and print images wirelessly with built-in Wi-Fi connectivity
• 16 scene modes; macro setting focuses as close as 1.6 inches from subject
• Powered by lithium-ion battery (battery and charger included); stores images on SD cards (32 MB internal memory included)

Worth the Money at the New Price
I picked this camera up at the new lower price ($150 less). For this price the camera is definately worth the money. From a picture taking standpoint the camera is great. 8-Megapixel photos that look great, great flexibility for different sceens and a pretty quick shutter release are the highlights. The camera does have some difficulty focusing in dark situations especially if you have zoomed in and the object is too far away.

The only real problem I encountered is setting up the wi-fi feature. I consider myself pretty computer literate, but this stumped me for some time. A call to Nikon was pleasant but a waste of time. The biggest problem you will run into is if you have Firewall-Enabled in XP or XP Pro. You have to look close but on page 136 of the manual there is a little note about Port settings if you use a firewall (and who doesn’t?). By the way, the Nikon rep was clueless when I told him it worked with firewall off but wouldn’t with firewall on. He basically said, he had no idea and firewalls aren’t Nikons specialty. Anyway, the key is to go to security settings, click on Windows Firewall Settings, click “Add Port” and then add UDP port 5353 and click OK. Add another port only this time select TCP port 15740 and click OK. This was VERY POORLY explained in the manual and I couldn’t find anything on their website.

While just taking pictures the battery life was fine. Using the wi-fi feature really eats up battery life. I would recommend picking up an extra battery (only $17) as a spare for those longer trips. That should give you well over 300 photos.

PROS
- Great pictures outdoors
- Good pictures indoors within the limits of the flash
- Large variety of shooting modes and camera control
- Simple enough to use as a point-and-shoot
- Capable enough for some real creative photography
- Pretty quick shutter release time
- Very thorough manual (with the exception of wi-fi setup)
- Wi-fi transfer of pictures is great (once setup)

CONS
- Wi-fi setup is difficult
- Focus in dark areas is sometimes difficult
- Battery life could be better

Nikon P1 Could Be Better
I am a consummate camera buff having been in photography since the mid 1970s. I have used many different cameras (Canons, Pentaxes, Olympuses, Kodaks, Polariods, an Agfa, even had a Minolta for a brief time, yuck!) and shot tens of thousands of photos all over the world. In 2003, I retired my T-50 and EOS 650 and stepped into the digital world with a Canon “Powershot” S-50. (It has been a delight not having to fumble with film while having the capacity to take 1000s of shots on a 1.0GB card!)

The S-50 broke in Nov. 05 (with shot number 4000 on Waikiki Beach). For Christmas my wife gave me the P1 (my first, ever, Nikon). To date, I’ve taken about 1500 photos with it.

The Nikon P1 “Coolpix” is handy. The 8.0 megapixels and 3.5 zoom are excellent (and the reasons for the P1’s purchase). It fits in a pocket comfortably. It is light weight and not cumbersome to hold. The large 4.5 monitor screen is nice (enlarging all subjects).

The P1 “recovery time” (the moment between the photo taken and its recording to the Sandisk) is much quicker. The mode choices are numerous and the camera is easy to use. The recording mic hears all sounds. If I were a novice camera user I would be well pleased with the P1.

Experience has shown, however, that the P1 could be better. Here are the things I do not like about it (allowing it to earn only 3 stars).

1) The digital flash is never bright enough. All my photos are much darker- less vibrant- with the P1.
2) The mode dial atop the Coolpix turns too easily. Often it twists even as the camera is being handed over. The dial moves randomly in the pocket, the backpack, the suitcase, and the briefcase. It’s irksome to be continually resetting the photo mode.
3) The 3.7V Lithium ION (730mAh) battery is good for about half the photos expected. It is smaller than other brands’ (Nikon should produce stronger versions for the P1).
4) It is possible, and simple, to misload the “Coolpix” battery (a trait solved by other brands).
5) The battery recharger works only with a chord (from the wall outlet to the recharger). The recharger plugs directly into the chord and not into a wall socket (making more camera stuff to fumble with). The 3-piece recharging process is not handy (in having to find room for a 3 ft. chord on a shelf or basin).

Nikon will probably remedy these problems in the future. For now, I find myself using the wife’s Canon S-550 more and more (leaving the newer P1 in the camera drawer).

Great camera with no wifi issues
I find the Nikon P1 to be a great point a shoot camera. I had no problems with it right out of the box. I have taken many well developed pictures and I’m more then pleased with it.

This is a point and shoot camera so you do give up full manual control. But there is a variety of features to let you play around and be creative to a certain extent.

I’ve gone through most the settings and have had very little to complain about. The only pictures that have not turned out are ones taken with very little light. This issue can be attributed to user error not camera error. For example taking a night picture with a large shutter time by hand caused some blur (imagine that).

I have seen a little noise at ISO 400 when my focus is far away and there is very little light but nothing different then any other camera. You can still get some really nice night pictures if you use a tripod and the correct settings even night shot mood will produce decent results then.

As for WiFi I personally love it. No more having to find the right cable and plug it in. I used the cable once to see how it compared and I can get just as fast results through wireless. So after that finding I tossed that cable in a drawer with a lot of other lonely cables and have not brought it out since. I am a PC user so I’m not sure of any apple issues but I was setup and going with wireless in under five minutes so I was really happy. I’ve also played with some of the settings like direct transfer to the computer and that could be useful in some situations.

Over all I’ve really enjoyed using this camera and as always compare them in the store first for your preference. But I’ve had no real issues and would definitely suggest taking a look at this camera if you’re looking for a good compact Digital camera.