Sep 6, 2011

(Review) Nikon CoolPix P7100 - The latest top of the line Coolpix camera - Body Elements

Body Elements




Unusually these days, the P7100 has an optical viewfinder. Coverage is roughly 80%. To the left you can see flash and AF confirmation lights and a diopter adjustment wheel.

It's a nice 'retro' touch but the LCD screen is bright and contrasty enough to be usable in most environments, and the low accuracy of the optical finder limits its usefulness.
The P7100's tiny flash pops up to the right of the viewfinder window (when the camera is viewed from the front). Like those found on most compact cameras, the P7100's flash is powerful enough for close-range interior portraits or for fill-in, but little else.
In keeping with its enthusiast credentials, the P7100 features two command dials.

One of the dials has made its way to the front of the camera,. ideally placed for use with the index finger of the right hand.
Moving backwards, the second command dial sits to the right of the viewfinder on the rear of the camera.
The P7100's third dial comprises the four-way switch on the rear of the P7100. At its cardinal points you will find direct access to self-timer, flash, AF mode and macro mode settings.
On the other side of the P7100's top plate is the exposure mode dial, and integrated lens zoom control and shutter release. The P7100's zoom spans 28-200mm (equivalent).
Like the P7000, the P7100 features a 'quick menu dial' on the top of the camera, for direct access to frequently-used shooting settings like white balance, ISO and picture styles. Unlike the P7000, however, the P7100's quick menu dial is genuinely quick to use.
The P7100's lithium-ion battery and memory card sit behind a latched door on the base of the camera, inside its hand grip.
Like its predecessor the P7000 (pictured here), the P7100 has a hotshoe for the addition of an external flashgun. Although all current Speedlights are compatible, the tiny SB-400 (pictured) is probably the most sensible companion for the P7100.

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