Advanced amateurs and serious shooters of all ages, take note of this amazing new Nikon that is due to release the first week of July.  With an 83x zoom lens, the [easyazon_link identifier=”B00U2W4JEY” locale=”US” tag=”thetra03-20″]Nikon Coolpix P900[/easyazon_link] comes standard with the equivalent of a 2000mm telephoto on a DSLR.  While no one I know could afford a 2000mm Nikon lens, this camera/lens unit is under $600.

Nikon Coolpix P900

Nikon P900 angle view

When telephoto is your game (calling all birders, surfers, paparazzi, and international spies) you want to be able to pull in images from great distances without resorting to digital enlargement.  That’s the power of an “optical” zoom lens. With pristine Nikon glass, you’ll be getting an image from so far away, you might not even be able to see it with the naked eye.

With a zoom from 24mm to 2000mm,  you’ll be getting a nice wide angle (not ultra wide, but still very useable) up to an incredible telephoto.  Compare these photos from the Nikon website:

Nikon P900 comparison

 

You can read all the features and specs below, but here are the highlights:

16 MP low light CMOS sensor

3″ 921,000 dot vari-angle LCD that folds out

Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity built-in

5.0 Stop, dual detect optical Vibration Reduction – shoot steady without a tripod

Snapbridge lets you post photos immediately from the P900 to your smartphone or tablet

Full manual control as well as Program, Aperture and Shutter priority modes

Scenes and Effects modes available for special effects

Built-in GPS records your location each time you shoot

EN-EL23 batteries are rated for 360 shots per charge

7 Shots per second for continuous shooting action

[easyazon_link identifier=”B00U2W4JEY” locale=”US” tag=”thetra03-20″]MSRP $599.95[/easyazon_link]
Nikon Press Release with full details
Nikon Inc. announced the COOLPIX P900, a camera that offers an unprecedented and incredible 83x zoom along with superior performance. This exciting long zoom option provides users with incredibly sharp NIKKOR optics and a 166x Dynamic Fine Zoom* range capable of reaching previously unimaginable distances. In addition to its unrivaled zoom power, the 16-megapixel COOLPIX P900 comes equipped with an array of innovative features and advanced controls for capturing sharp and detailed images as well as Full HD video from afar. Such features include built-in GPS and the experience of Nikon Snapbridge, whereby users seamlessly shoot and share stunning photos from the camera to a compatible smartphone or tablet via built in Wi-Fi®(1) and Near Field Communication technology (NFC(2)). With its unbelievable zoom power, users can take close-up shots of a bird high up in the trees or capture the look on their child’s face as they score their first goal from the sidelines. Additionally, the COOLPIX P900 combines user-friendly controls, creative features and fast performance, giving users the opportunity to explore their creative path regardless of their photography level or experience.

“With its spectacular 83x zoom range, extensive list of innovative features and advanced controls, the new Nikon COOLPIX P900 is the first COOLPIX compact camera to ever offer this amazing zoom range and powerful features together in an easy-to-use package,” said Masahiro Horie, Director of Marketing and Planning, Nikon Inc. “The COOLPIX P900 will provide users with the opportunity to capture sharp images and video in rich detail near or far, and to share their content with family and friends with confidence.”

Zooming Brilliance with New Nikon COOLPIX P900

The COOLPIX P900 demonstrates the incredible capabilities of NIKKOR optics by sporting a powerful 83x optical zoom (24-2000mm equivalent) NIKKOR ED glass lens with the ability to reach 166x using Dynamic Fine Zoom and a super extra-low dispersion (ED) glass element, making this camera ideal for capturing sharp images and videos from extreme lengths. This feature-packed long zoom is equipped with a 16-megapixel CMOS sensor and a high performance Autofocus (AF) system capable of shooting 7 frames-per-second (fps) to help deliver photos of fast moving sports in superb quality. Sharing these amazing photos has never been easier or more fun, as the COOLPIX P900 allows users to seamlessly shoot and share photos from the camera to a compatible smartphone or tablet via built-in Wi-Fi®(1) and NFC(2) connectivity.

Whether shooting above a crowd or from the stands, users can easily and intuitively frame their subjects by using the camera’s built-in electronic viewfinder (EVF) with an eye sensor or high-resolution, Vari-angle 3-inch 921K-dot LCD display. When sitting in the upper deck at a baseball game or taking photos of the family at a summer barbeque, the COOLPIX P900’s versatile controls and features makes it a great companion for every shooting scenario. Users can utilize the camera’s snap-back zoom button to effortlessly frame subjects when shooting super-telephoto shots, while the Side Zoom Control button’s position helps to combat camera shake. Additionally, the camera has an intuitive control layout, with the Fn (function) button providing fast access to frequently used functions, plus the Command Dial and Mode Dial allow users to quickly apply or adjust settings with just one hand. The COOLPIX P900 also features Manual (spot), Manual (normal) and Manual (wide) AF Area Mode options that can be selected in accordance with the size and position of the primary subject.

Taking great action shots is easy with the super-fast COOLPIX P900, as it boasts a speedy shooting lag time of approximately 0.12 seconds** at the maximum wide-angle position and approximately 0.75 seconds** at the maximum telephoto position. This rapid performance allows users to capture clear back-to-back shots of a runner dashing toward the finish line or a baseball player headed towards home plate with rich detail. What’s more, the camera incorporates the new Dual Detect Optical VR technology to help achieve the highest level of camera shake compensation available in a Nikon compact digital camera, equivalent to a 5.0-stop*** increase in shutter speed to help ensure sharp photos.

For those looking to expand their creativity, the COOLPIX P900 offers fun and user-friendly features like Scene Modes, filter effects, special effects, Picture Controls and macro mode to help users not only find the best settings for nearly any environment, but allow them to add a personal touch to every image or video. Whether users are shooting a school play indoors or out on the slopes, the COOLPIX P900 provides Scene Modes and filter effects that help achieve optimal results without missing a shot. Additionally, users can capture video in Full HD 1080p with stereo audio recording or use the camera’s innovative Time Lapse feature to capture a beautiful sunrise or sunset video over the course of time. When recording video from afar, the Zoom Microphone function helps to enables clear recording of sounds from a variety of distances. Lastly, the COOLPIX P900 makes it easy to document every vacation spot or outdoor adventure as the camera’s built-in GPS and POI allows users to geo-tag images and view where those images were taken on a map.

Nikon Snapbridge

Nikon Snapbridge describes the experience of quickly and easily sending photos wirelessly from your Wi-Fi®(1) enabled Nikon DSLR, Nikon 1 or COOLPIX camera to a compatible smartphone or tablet. Share your great photos on the go, even in remote locations or even use a smartphone or tablet to control your camera. See what the camera sees and take pictures—great for selfies and group photos that actually include you!

P900 more specs
Effective Pixels 16.0 million

Sensor Size 1/2.3 in.

Monitor Size 3.0 in. diagonal

Monitor Type Vari-Angle TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating 6-level brightness adjustment

Storage Media SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card

Movie Full HD: 1920×1080/ 60p Full HD: 1920×1080/ 50p Full HD: 1920×1080/ 30p Full HD: 1920×1080/ 25p HD: 1280×720/ 60p HD: 1280×720/ 50p HD: 1280×720/ 30p HD: 1280×720/ 25p HS 1920×1080/ 15p HS 1280×720/ 50p HS 1280×720/ 60p HS 1920×1080/ 12.5p HS 640×480/ 100p HS 640×480/ 120p VGA 640×480/ 30p VGA 640×480/ 25p

ISO Sensitivity ISO 100-1600 ISO 3200, 6400 (available when using P, S, A or M mode) ISO Hi 1 (equivalent to ISO 12,800) (available when using High ISO monochrome in special effects mode)

Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution Up to 7 shots at approx. 7 frames per second

Battery / Batteries Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL23

Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth) 5.5 in. (139.5 mm) x 4.1 in. (103.2 mm) x 5.5 in. (137.4 mm) excluding projections

Approx. Weight 31.8 oz. (899 g) with battery and SD memory card

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