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CP+ 2014: Nikon stand report

Published Feb 14, 2014 | Barney Britton

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CP+ 2014: Nikon stand report

We're at the (currently very snowy) CP+ show in Japan and we've been checking out the Nikon stand, getting a feel for the latest products and exploring the various demonstrations.

Here's the recently-released D3300, Nikon's latest entry-level DSLR. Packing 24MP and shipping with a revamped collapsible 18-55mm kit zoom, the D3300 is an attractive option for first-time DSLR buyers.

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RichRMA

Nikon's execs not offering interviews like Sigma and Fuji? I'm not surprised.

Feb 17, 2014permalink

peevee1

Nikon's strategy for winning customers is to bore everybody to death.

Feb 16, 2014permalink

RichRMA

No, it's to hammer existing customers with lens price increases because that is the only place they are making any profits.

Feb 17, 2014permalink

PaulDavis

Because the cameras are are so boring....

Feb 20, 2014permalink

Just a Photographer

Is there actually something to see at the Nikon and Canon stand?

Nothing to stop by for - Just walk ahead and see the new Fuji's and Sony camera's they innovate and bring something new to the community.

Canon and Nikon just stand still as a dead horse in the stable.

Feb 15, 2014permalink

PaulDavis

It is so true. I shoot Sony but I love seeing what Fuji and Olympus are out with as well. Much more interesting stuff. Although the DF is certainly an more exciting then other nikon models.

Feb 20, 2014permalink

Skulls

Z-z-z-z-z...

Feb 15, 2014permalink

aut0maticdan

a 24-1440mm equiv on the P600? 1440MM? That seems over the top. What could the quality be like beyond like 300mm. I guess people buying this type of camera don't care. They're all like "1440MM, 'nuf said."

Feb 15, 2014permalink

Frank C.

Just missing Godzilla spewing his fiery venom on those buildings and setting everything ablaze and the pic would be complete

Feb 14, 2014permalink

Carlos Henrique

I really don't understand the complain about Canon and Nikon stick with DSLRs. Both have huge systems and probably are led by marketing numbers. There are tons of mirrorless options for those who want it. Panasonic, Olympus and Fuji are doing a great job!!

I can understand the complaint about a D400 but I think that there must have a money decision involved. Sales numbers might guide the company.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

Just a Photographer

Time progresses and electronics are gettting better all the time. Mirrorless is the future - Canon and Nikon are just sleeping giants and they will be surpassed in sales volume if they keep standing still. As a long time Canon and Nikon user I am seriously thinking about buying one of the new Fuji's.

Feb 15, 2014*permalink

taktak91

Nikon and Canon should stick to DSLRs. Let others do the mirrorless. My question is, if Nikon and Canon are so intent on sticking to DSLRs, why is it that their products seem duller and duller? No D400. No 7D2. They just churn out cheap plastic DSLRs instead. Even the upcoming D4s is simply a minor brush-up. There's nothing in Nikon's or Canon's current line-up that I can say "Wow, this camera is so perfect for me, it should be NAMED after me!"

Feb 15, 2014permalink

JGoodard

Love my P7700....but, where's the next gen P8000 with a 1" sensor? Nikon, your high end, and recent, P77/78xx series is more interesting than your APS-C lineup. There are other brands-meaning choices-out there. Seriously.

Why is the diorama more interesting (and innovative) than most of your products?

Feb 14, 2014*permalink

Carlos Loff

I would not even bother to look at it, so disappointed with Nikon, and Canon also follows the same path- Guess Pentax K-3 will be my choice

Feb 14, 2014permalink

Jim F

I wonder what the over and under bet for how long one would need to spend at the Nikon booth to view all the "new and compelling" Nikon offerings would be. My bet would be about 30 seconds. Canon's presentation was not any better either.

Feb 14, 2014*permalink

raztec

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ..........................

Feb 14, 2014*permalink

expoboy52

It looks like the diorama was the highlight of the Nikon booth. That's sad.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

johnparas11zenfoliodotcom

I want an auto focusing pancake lens nikon :-)

Feb 14, 2014permalink

Northgrove

Haha, this series of gear is so Nikon. The tractor of photography, where they sure have reliability and proven technology going for them, but...

Feb 14, 2014*permalink

RichRMA

No serious mirror-less cameras. Are they that terrified a mirror-less with an APS size sensor will cannibalize their DSLR sales? Guess what Nikon? Better to cannibalize your own sales than let the competition do it.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

AbrasiveReducer

Hey Nikon, you know what would be great? A 17mm PC-E lens for photographing your Yokohama diorama.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

Joseph

Yes, that would be awesome.

Feb 15, 2014permalink

Joe Huckleberry

Where are the updated/new wide angle primes?

Feb 14, 2014permalink

Retzius

D400?

Never mind Nikon...

I give up.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

Carlos Loff

It makes 2 of us and I guess there must be some 1.000 users that would gladly pay 1.500$ for it and also gave up

Feb 14, 2014permalink

lem12

I was waiting for DX pro model and gave up. I do use Nikon camera but would not upgrade. I do not care for 35mm sensor, I already invested thousands into DX format lenses and choosing better samples. I have no use for 24MP. and see better image quality in less MP count and so camera speed/performance. I still use my D90 and got a new D5100. ...that's where I stop.

Feb 16, 2014permalink

MarkByland

I really like the new P340. The P310 was a great P&S. Full manual control, easy to hold, great image quality. Nice that they added a 24-120 lens on the front.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

WACONimages

Nikon where is the 1 Series V3....????

Feb 14, 2014permalink

venancio

Couldn't help but notice that the D4S is not triggering much internet hoopla as the Df did... something about crying wolf and it turns out the Df was not a beast... or those Sochi sample pics just didn't show what a D3S can easily do... I'm sure Nikon is noticing this apparent apathy from potential buyers, or non-buyers... are people ignoring Nikon just so the company could feel how it is to be ignored?

Feb 14, 2014permalink

Revenant

It's a professional workhorse camera. The Df was more aimed at enthusiasts, who I'm sure are responsible for most of the internet discussions. Add to that the retro design, which always provoke strong opinions, and the teaser campaign promising "pure photography", and you have a recipe for hoopla.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

AbrasiveReducer

The best product introductions are when expectations are low and the product turns out to be spectacular. The product, not the marketing or endorsements, generates the interest.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

Ben O Connor

Soon gonna be D4s on air!!! And DPR hasn´t accomplished D4 review yet?

Tell me its Nikon´s fault, otherwise I would be upset :(

Feb 14, 2014permalink

taktak91

As exciting as a funeral.

Actually, I've seen funerals that are more intriguing.

Feb 14, 2014*permalink

JDThomas

I picked up a D3300 a few days ago and the IQ is stellar. The new kit lens is very cool. Small and sharp.

The D7200 is going to have to be very special, because as it stands the D3300, D5300, and D7100 stand neck and neck in regards to IQ. As it is the only thing the 7100 has going for it is the sturdier build and more buttons.

For products shots in my studio I've been using a D5300. I don't need a weather-sealed body nor a camera with a million dedicated buttons. Set it and forget it.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

BarnET

The d7100 has
An large 100% viewfinder.
An more advanced AF system
An larger LCD screen
Weathersealing
More buttons and dials
Af motor for older lenses
Some firmware edges

The d7100 is worth the extra cash if you value these features.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

Josh152

If the they give the D7200 a bigger buffer and 7 fps it will be the only sports camera under $6000 in Nikon's, or canon's for that matter, line up that isn't several years old. That alone will be enough. It would be a nice upgrade, or maybe side grade, for all the people on D300s still waiting for a D400 that is almost certainly never coming.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

JDThomas

@Barnet: Yeah, the D7100 is worth it if you need that stuff. If you need a flippy screen then the D5300 is better than the D7100.

I guess my point was that IQ-wise, all of Nikon's DX cameras are pretty much the same. The only reason to choose one over the other is body features, not for the IQ.

The gap between pro and consumer cameras, in the DX line at least, is almost nil. I mean the D3300 may not have all of the features you mentioned, but for shooting products almost none of that stuff matters too much.
Live View = 100%
AF can be done manually
It can be tethered
Once set you don't need a bunch of dedicated for quick changes
Weather sealing and heavy frame aren't needed in a studio.

I think it's pretty cool that someone can get pro results from a $650 camera. I lucky enough to get to buy every Nikon camera as part of my job. I've seen Nikon's entry-level go from shitty to stellar. Sometimes I keep lesser cameras and sell the better ones because they have less features.

Feb 16, 2014permalink

Suntan

That's great if you only shoot studio. Then you don't have to pay a lot for features you don't value.... ...Pretty much exactly like it was with film.

However, other people have different requirements and to them, the non-image quality features matter.

Your world is not the same thing as everyone else's world.

-Suntan

Feb 17, 2014permalink

Nukunukoo

Love the Diorama and how the Japanese have a knack for minute details!

Feb 14, 2014permalink

JDThomas

I thought it was fake tilt/shift! That's really something!

Feb 14, 2014permalink

Gazeomon

Chr-r-r-r- - - z - z

Feb 14, 2014*permalink

Fahd

Blah blah blah...

Feb 14, 2014permalink

forpetessake

Nikon is just as boring as Canon these days.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

JDThomas

The technology is reaching a plateau. Most changes from now on are going to be processing and internal things of that nature. I think Canikon has figured out that the mega-pickle war is over and the high ISO is at least marginally good in all current DSLR's.

Feb 14, 2014permalink

Hauer

Where are the long expected optics???

AF-S 300VR f/4G
TC14E-III

Cheers - Herman

Feb 14, 2014permalink

pew pew

I like the D4s design

Feb 14, 2014permalink

JDThomas

I think it looks suspiciously Canon-like...

Conspiracy?

Feb 16, 2014permalink


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