Nikon Coolpix P5100
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| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
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This camera is ranked
- 7th of 57 in Nikon
- 14th of 82 in $200 - $300
- 8th of 18 in 12 Megapixels
- 3rd of 79 in Point and Shoot
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Answered Questions for the Nikon P5100
- Q: Will the P5100 take series of shots of say a youth basketball game,?
- A: I would say consider the entry level DSLR. The Canon G9 and S5 are good... read more
- Q: How do you adjust settings to undermine the exposure?
- A: Several ways, really. Aperture priority Mode (dial to "A") - pg 45-48, Manual mode (dial... read more
- Q: have a coolpix now and sports shots are always blurred. how is the h7 in this respect?
- A: Thanks Colonel. The G9 is a great camera, but if you're only shooting snapshots it... read more
- Q: Having a difficult time with pre-focus.
- A: First thing to try is setting the focus to "center only" instead of 9 points. read more
- Q: I am debating between the cannon powershot sd950 IS and the nikon p5100. Which one is the better buy and could you please explain your reasoning?
- A: Charles,Both of these cameras are very similar in specifications. I have been a long time... read more
- Q: best setting for butterflies and flowers - Nikon P5100
- A: Well, with almost all of the Nikon cameras, there is an automatic "Macro" setting on... read more
- Q: What lenses should I get to improve the macro for better close up?
- A: Not really. You'll lose clarity and 1-2 stops of light. Additionally, chances are the lens... read more
- Q: macro
- A: From my past experience, the best Macro shots I have ever seen come from the... read more
- Q: how is the quality of pictures in low light situation
- A: Well from what I read, it's fairly middle of the road in all around performance. read more
- Q: Viewfinder Type
- A: Hi Isabel,Just from looking at it I can tell that a) it has an optical... read more
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Open Questions for the Nikon P5100
- Q: video on use of p5100
- 4 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: what is the best price for 2 GB memory card for the P5100
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: i have a nikon eclipse 50i microscope. which camera - nikon or othewise, > 8 megapixel shd. i choose ?
- 18 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: how quick does the shutter took one pic to another?
- 19 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: does nikon coolpix p5100 require macro special lense?
- 10 points for best answer - 6 replies
- Q: Can you trigger the shutter with the usb connection?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Can you take full advantage of the Sandisk Extreme III SD card with the P5100 ?
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: How far does the lens protrude from the P5100 camera body when powered on and fully extended; what is the diameter at the end of the extended lens?
- 5 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: lens
- 10 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: How is the shutter lag time on Nikon P5100?
- 20 points for best answer - 4 replies
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