Camera Reviews

Nikon MH-63 Battery Charger Review

Nikon MH-63 Battery Charger Feature

• Sold Individually

The description on this item failed to mention that the power cord is included with the charger. Therefore, I purchased a separate cord. I thought it was weird that the two items needed to be bought separately. A better written description would be nice for future buyers. Otherwise, we are happy with this purchase. Losing the battery charger days before a big Alaska vacation (the house has eaten it and now that we’ve bought a new charger we are expecting the house to spit it out at any moment) is not good!

Nikon MH-63 Battery Charger Overview

MH-63 Battery Charger for EN-EL10 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery. For use with COOLPIX S200, S510 and S700 digital cameras. Sold as charger only batteries not included

Nikon MH-63 Battery Charger Specifications

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Nikon School DVD, Fast, Fun and Easy III Featuring the Nikon D5000 Digital SLR Review

Nikon School DVD, Fast, Fun and Easy III Featuring the Nikon D5000 Digital SLR Feature

I found this 60 min DVD very informative as well as enjoyable. It takes you from how to charge the battery to using manual modes to get the best picture for your environment.

The narrator is big on light and vivid colors which I liked. It quickly goes over every function of the D5000 and you may have to watch it a few times if you are a beginning photographer. It is specific to the D5000. It also gives tips of becoming a better photographer….like backgrounds, light conditions, colors, environmental settings, staging a shot…..

This is only a supplement and it does not have time to fully explain the camera. I would get a good book on the D5000 to go with the DVD. Anyway I found it well worth the 10 bucks and would suggest you buying it if you are new to DSLR cameras.

Another helpful place to find camera specific information is U-Tube….They have several informative videos on the D5000.

Nikon School DVD, Fast, Fun and Easy III Featuring the Nikon D5000 Digital SLR Overview

Updated with tips on the D40, D40x, and D60 digital SLRs, this Fast, Fun & Easy is an entertaining and educational 35 minute DVD featuring world-renowned photographer Bob Krist. This Nikon School DVD makes it easier than ever to begin shooting the digital pictures you’ve always dreamed of.

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Nikon 8072 Microfiber Cleaning Cloth Review

Nikon 8072 Microfiber Cleaning Cloth Feature

• Perfect way to safely maintain and clean your lenses
• Durable, micro-fiber material
• Anti-static quality great for cameras and other delicate equipment
• Use on any other lens optics such as binoculars, telescopes, and spotting scopes
• Comes with clip-on carry case

After reading some of the reviews, I was under the impression I might receive a very tiny little cleaning cloth. The portablity of the item made that acceptable, though, since I do not need a supersized cleaning cloth. I was wonderfully suprised when I opened the little package and pulled it out of its convenient little bag to discover a very nice sized cloth. As someone that does not need a very large cloth to clean a small lens (in comparison to the cloth), the cloth that is enclosed in the Nikon bag is very useful! I keep it attached to my camera bag and use it as often as needed. The cloth fits snuggly back up in the bag when you are done. It is attached, though, so no worries about it accidently losing the cloth. The clip seems well enough made so I do not see the entire unit falling from my bag anytime soon. Very pleased and definitely recommend!

Nikon 8072 Microfiber Cleaning Cloth Overview

The Nikon cleaning cloth is made of micro-fiber material that is also anti-static for easy cleaning and use. It is the perfect way to safely maintain and clean your lenses, camera and binocular optics. Also included is a clip-on carry case.

Nikon 8072 Microfiber Cleaning Cloth Specifications

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Nikon LF-1 Rear Lens Caps Review

Nikon LF-1 Rear Lens Caps Feature

• Screw-on rear lens cap
• Helps protect rear part of lens from dust and scratches
• Fits Nikon F-mount lenses
• Black plastic with Nikon logo

I bought one of these for my kit Nikkor 18-55mm VR lens because it came with a softish, chintzy, cap that just slides on the back and comes off easily in a camera bag. This authentic one locks by turning it onto the bayonet (F) mount of my lens nice and snug (but not too tight!) and definitely won’t come off in my camera bag, or let dust in while it’s one. I’m kind of upset that this didn’t come standard with my Nikon D3000 outfit. I have a couple of older metal mount lenses and this fits on those as well.

Nikon LF-1 Rear Lens Caps Overview

When you remove the lens from your camera, you’ll need to cover its rear end as well. This cap will protect the back end of your Nikon or Nikon-mount lens when it is off the camera.

Nikon LF-1 Rear Lens Caps Specifications

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Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras Review

Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras Feature

• 70-300mm telephoto zoom lens with f/4.5-5.6 maximum aperture for Nikon digital SLR cameras
• Vibration Reduction (VRII) minimizes effects of camera shake to produce sharper images
• 2 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements delivers super contrast and resolution performance
• Internal Focus (IF) system provides fast and quiet autofocusing; 4.9-feet close focus range
• Measures 3.1 inches in diameter and 5.6 inches long; weighs 26.3 ounces; 5-year warranty

PROS:

I bought this lens for use with my Nikon D200. The lens focuses very quickly and the image results are amazing. I was thinking of getting the 18-200mm, but I have an 18-70mm so I went with this lens. I have been a Nikon user for over 25 years and this lens reminds me exactly why I have so much faith in Nikon. It is fast, sharp, and produces great images. You can see some of those images on my website at [...].

CONS:
For the price the the image quality is second to none. The biggest con is that I didn’t buy this lens sooner. I would like to see this lens in an F/2.8 but then it would be out of most peoples price range.

OVERALL:
Extremely satisfied and very glad I bought this lens. I am sure you will be, too.

Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras Overview

The all new high-powered 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor lens – (4.3x) – featuring Nikon’s Enhanced Vibration Reduction (VRII) technology is ideal for sports, wildlife, travel and portrait photography, among other telephoto applications. It incorporates many of Nikon’s most advanced lens design attributes such as Extra Low Dispersion (ED) glass, Silent Wave Motor technology (SWM) and Enhanced Vibration Reduction (VR II), in a design engineered for use with both Nikon DX format digital and 35mm film SLR cameras. With a high-powered 70-300mm focal length range, the lens is ideal for sports, action, wildlife, travel and portrait photography, among other telephoto applications. When used on a Nikon DX format digital SLR, this lens approximates the picture angle performance of a 105-450mm lens on a 35mm SLR camera.

Beyond the lens’ incredible optical versatility is the benefit of Enhanced VR II Vibration Reduction — an innovation that makes it possible to take substantially sharper handheld pictures at slower shutter speeds than would otherwise be possible. This provides the distinct advantage of being able to shoot more effectively in a much broader variety of challenging conditions. With the new Nikon VR II advantage, users can take pictures at shutter speeds as many as 4 stops slower* than they ordinarily could shoot without the image degrading blur associated with camera shake at slow shutter speeds. Nikon’s advanced VR technology further enhances picture taking potential with a choice of two modes to match most shooting conditions. VR Normal Mode primarily compensates for camera shake, and includes automatic panning detection, as well as automatic tripod detection. VR Active Mode effectively compensates for vibration in situations where it is more pronounced and more frequent, such as when shooting from a moving vehicle.

To further ensure outstanding optical performance, the 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor features two Extra-Low D

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Nikon CF-DC1 Semi-Soft Case for Nikon D40 Digital SLR Camera (25355) Review

Nikon CF-DC1 Semi-Soft Case for Nikon D40 Digital SLR Camera (25355) Feature

• “Ever ready”-style SLR semi-soft camera case
• Compatible with Nikon D40 digital SLR camera with lens up to 18-135mm Zoom-Nikkor
• Works with the camera body’s original strap
• Durable construction
• Stylish black fabric

I have a Lowepro Nova 190AW camera bag that I carry with all my gear but for vacations I prefer to carry my D40 around my neck for quick access. I want something light to go with my D40 and have reasonable protection against accidental bumps and scratches. I dislike capping my lenses during travel as I tend to forget to recap and lose these in no time.

Which brings me to conclude about what I like about this bag:

1. Lightweight – no other camera bag is as light while being able to fit the camera like a glove.

2. Soft inner padding that will prevent scratches to the lens.

3. A rigid face that do not indent easily – the font part is made of a tough, leather-like material, with the Nikon logo made of thick and rigid plastic, not printed or sewed on – a nice touch. This prevents any collapse or accidental puncture of the front cover, as this portion would be the most exposed while the camera hangs on my neck/shoulder. (see photo)

4. Water resistant polyester fabric externally with a oversized cap to protect against accidental splashes – you can put the camera safely on a table next to your drink.

5. Closed notch allows the neck strap to hook through the bag and permits removal of the camera completely out of the bag without worry of misplacing the bag. I can even fit my D40 on a tripod/monopod with the case hanging off the strap, without worry of the entire tripod tipping over due to the weight of the case.

What can be improved:
1. A wider strip of velcro for a firmer closure of the cap.
2. The cap is sewn on the bag and may wear with time. I would have preferred a removable cap, perhaps using a couple of snap-on buttons,to allow usage of long telephoto lenses that may protrude from the camera.
3. The top spine and sides should be fitted with a more rigid platic strip to allow fitting of the camera into the bag without it collapsing or to allow pushing the camera in with one hand.
4. Small accessory bag integrated on the sides/cap for SD card, lens cloth or even extra battery
5. A belt pouch/adaptor

Overall I AM satisfied with this bag as it fits my use perfectly while being lightweight enough. It does not offer enough protection for drops – that is why there is provision for the neck strap to go through the bag. It fits the kit lens, 55-200 zoom and even the new, large diameter 60mm Mikro-Nikkor.

If you are planning to travel on foot for a entire day but do not want to lug a camera bag and only need some light protection for your D40 that will be hanging around your neck/shoulder, this would be a great choice.

Nikon CF-DC1 Semi-Soft Case for Nikon D40 Digital SLR Camera (25355) Overview

The Nikon CF-DC1 semi-soft case is an ever-ready style camera case made to carry a Nikon D40 digital SLR camera body and lenses up to 18-135mm Zoom Nikkor. It is an ideal way to protect your camera during travel.

Nikon CF-DC1 Semi-Soft Case for Nikon D40 Digital SLR Camera (25355) Specifications

The Nikon CF-DC1 semi-soft case is an ever-ready style camera case made to carry a Nikon D40 digital SLR camera body and lenses up to 18-135mm Zoom Nikkor. It is an ideal way to protect your camera during travel.

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Nikon Coolpix P100 10 MP Digital Camera with 26x Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom and 3.0-Inch LCD (Black) Review

Nikon Coolpix P100 10 MP Digital Camera with 26x Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom and 3.0-Inch LCD (Black) Feature

• 10.3 megapixels for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches; backside illumination CMOS sensor
• 26x wide-angle optical zoom-NIKKOR ED glass lens
• Bright 3.0-inch vari-angle high resolution HVGA Clear Color Display
• Full 1080p HD movie recording at 30fps; HDMI output
• 5-way VR Image Stabilization System; Smart Portrait System

A difficult camera to review. I love it though.

First, I just want to say that this camera is not a DSLR and I won’t compare it to one, as No one should really compare DSLRs to Point and Shoot cameras.
Most people know if they are in the market for one or the other. The DSLR will, of course, give a clarity, depth of field, and low light performance no point and shoot can imitate. Point and shoot cameras are designed to be high-quality, simple to use, and easy to carry.

I have owned several cameras, from professional SLRs (Nikon), to slim designed point and shoots that were made to fit easily in the pocket.

If you are looking at this camera, you are probably trying to decide between an entry level DSLR and a Mega Zoom point and shoot. In reference to size, the P100 is very close to a more compact DSLR. If you are looking for a compact point and shoot, this is not the camera for you. This camera is large for a point and shoot. It has to be, to facilitate the mega zoom.

The Vibration reduction is good, in fact I was very surprised with the quality of the picture I took of the moon (you can see in the image section). Very clear and sharp for a hand-held fully extended zoom in no light shot.

Low light is ok, I’ve definitely seen worse with point and shoots. Daylight shots are great with a very good depth of field and color saturation. Sunset setting produces overly Orange pictures; I suggest using P mode or manual settings.
Auto settings are good and easy to use. Vibrant color looks fantastic.
To really get the most out of this camera, you will need to explore the manual settings.
Auto will only get you so far. Many manual functions remind me of my old SLR, very versatile.

Overall: Great color in vibrant setting, Great clarity and focus. Zoom honestly Rocks!!!
Big for a point and shoot, but to get any better pictures you will need to purchase a DSLR.

Why did I purchase this camera instead of a DSLR??
My wife and I love to hike and rock climb. We see some very beautiful places; at times risk our lives to see these places. I wanted to get a camera which would take high quality pictures and provide a decent zoom, without requiring me to carry a large DSLR and several lenses to get desired effects with regard to aperture, wide angle, Zoom, and high-speed.

Note: If anyone is trying to decide between this and a DSLR, I advise you to check out the kit lenses the DSLRs come with, and understand that you will be purchasing a much larger lens to get the equivalent zoom as the P100.

Nikon Coolpix P100 10 MP Digital Camera with 26x Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom and 3.0-Inch LCD (Black) Overview

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Nikon Coolpix P100 10 MP Digital Camera with 26x Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom and 3.0-Inch LCD (Black) Specifications

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Nikon Coolpix S630 12MP Digital Camera CaseCrown Padded Travel PINK Camera Case (LG 4″x1″x2.75″) Review

Nikon Coolpix S630 12MP Digital Camera CaseCrown Padded Travel PINK Camera Case (LG 4″x1″x2.75″) Feature

• Fits Nikon Coolpix S630 12MP Digital Camera
• Padded to protect your camera from mechanical damage.
• Additional pocket to store batteries, SD cards, flash drives, etc.
• Back has a metal clip to allow you to attach the case to bags.
• Specifically designed back slot/hoop to allow you to slide this case onto belts etc.

Nikon Coolpix S630 12MP Digital Camera CaseCrown Padded Travel PINK Camera Case (LG 4″x1″x2.75″) Overview

This camera case is perfect to store your camera and protect it wherever you go! The padded interior will protect you camera from mechanical damage, and the case will protect your camera from scratches, dust, fingerprints, and dage. There is an additional front pocket to store SD Cards, flash drives, micro USB, batteries, etc. The back has a metal clip so you can attach it onto backpacks, bags, beltloops, etc. It also offers a slot/hoop that allows you to slide belts and straps through it to keep it secure. Store and protect your camera in this case and take it on all your travels!

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Nikon Coolpix S3000 12 MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD (Green) Review

Nikon Coolpix S3000 12 MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD (Green) Feature

• 12.0 megapixels for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches
• 4x wide-angle Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens; bright 2.7-inch LCD
• 4-way VR Image Stabilization System
• Capture 640 x 480 movies with sound at 30fps
• EXPEED Image Processing; Smart Portrait System

This is a compact camera.
no need to worry about recharable batteries!! it’s a charage battery included. Just plug the camera up to the wall. Cute look, and takes great pictures! I bought two of them. One for myself, and one for my daughter. She was very excited about her new camera! I would recoment this camera to a friend. It’s very easy to use.

Nikon Coolpix S3000 12 MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD (Green) Overview

• 12.0 Megapixels for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches
• 4x Wide-angle Zoom-NIKKOR Glass Lens has a versatile zoom range from wide 27mm to 108mm telephoto coverage that gets you close to your subject while capturing expansive landscapes
• Incredible, Bright 2.7-inch LCD makes images and movies easy to compose and share with a wide-viewing angle and anti-glare coating
• 4-way VR Image Stabilization System
• Electronic VR Image Stabilization minimizes the effect of camera shake
• Motion Detection automatically detects moving subjects and adjusts shutter speed and ISO setting to compensate for cameras hake and subject movement
• High ISO up to 3200 capability helps give you sharper results when shooting in low light or capturing fast-moving subjects.
• Nikon’s original Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically takes up to 10 shots while the shutter is pressed and saves the sharpest image
• High Quality TV Movies with Sound records 640×480 at 30 fps movies for easy playback on your computer.
• Slim, Stylish, Metal Design in a variety of stunning colors for pocketable convenience and individuality.
• Smart Portrait System includes:
• Smile Timer and Blink Proof makes sure you’ll always catch the decisive moment when your subject smiles and Blink Proof function shoots two pictures and automatically saves the one in which the subject’s eyes remain open.
• Blink Warning, when activated alerts you that the subject may have blinked and allows you to retake the photo.
• In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically fixes, while shooting, most instances of red-eye in the camera. You may never see red-eye again
• Face-Priority AF Nikon’s face-finding technology that automatically focuses on up to 12 faces
• Skin Softening – smoothes skin tone at three different levels for optimal portraits.
• EXPEED Image Processing ensures high-quality pictures with stunning color and sharpness. Nikon’s comprehensive digital imaging processin

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Nikon D700 12.1MP Digital SLR Camera with 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED IF VR Nikkor Zoom Lens Review

Nikon D700 12.1MP Digital SLR Camera with 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED IF VR Nikkor Zoom Lens Feature

• 12.1-megapixel FX-format (23.9 x 36mm) CMOS sensor; kit includes 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED IF VR Nikkor zoom lens
• 3.0-inch, 920,000-dot VGA color monitor; 170-degree wide-angle viewing and tempered-glass protection
• Fast, accurate 51-point AF system; 3D Focus Tracking and two Live View shooting modes
• Base ISO range from 200-6400 can be expanded to range from ISO 100 (Lo-1) to 25,600 (Hi-2); 0.12-second start-up speed
• Capture images to CF I/II cards; compliant high-speed UDMA CF cards that will enable recording speeds up to 35 megabytes/second

First — I love this camera. I haven’t had a dSLR that has behaved exactly like my old Nikon film cameras until the D700 — it works with all my old Nikon lenses, and the full frame format is excellent. It is 99 percent of the D3 with only half the price.

Second — I got the kit through Amazon only because the camera with the kit lens was cheaper than anything being sold locally for the Body Only. As prices drop, and if it becomes available on Amazon, purchase the Body Only and get your own lenses. The Kit lens is basically unworthy of this camera body. It has a nice range and the VR is nice — but it is soft across the entire focal distance range, and there is severe vignetting at 120 — some of the worst I have seen in a Nikon lens.

Finally –for those of you upgrading from a D200 or a D300, you hopefully know by now that your old DX lenses will work on the D700, but it will crop them to 5.1 megapixels (even the D40 has 6!)…unless you already have a lot of FX lenses (G-series lenses and the like) you are going to be spending additional money on lenses for the full format camera. I am surprised how many people don’t do their research, but the D700, and then are upset that they have to shell out more money for additional lenses. As to lenses, my personal suggestions without breaking your bank: The Nikon 50mm 1.4 G lens – it’s sharp and works great on this body. It becomes a walk-around lens. The Tamron 28-75 2.8 lens — a fantastic zoom lens at 1/3 the price of the Nikon equivalent and possibly better IQ — and either the Nikon 70-300 VR G lens or the Tamron 28-300 VC lens (That’s what I have, and it is sharp and wonderful for large focal length situations). In a pinch, the old Nikon 28-80 G (the one that starts at 3.3) that came on old film bodies of the early 2000’s creates awesome sharp photos and is a steal for 60 bucks from resellers.

Anyway — the D700 has become my best friend — the lens I eBayed right away…

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Nikon D700 12.1MP Digital SLR Camera with 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED IF VR Nikkor Zoom Lens Specifications

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