GE A1050-BK 10MP Digital Camera with 5X Optical Zoom and 2.5 Inch LCD with Auto Brightness- Black

GE A1050-BK 10MP Digital Camera with 5X Optical Zoom and 2.5 Inch LCD with Auto Brightness- Black From GE List Price: $89.99 Price: $66.48 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days Ships from and sold by ApexSuppliers 13 new or used available from $49.95 Average customer review:  (31 customer reviews)

Product Description

Dynamic-performance features are packed inside the all new GE A1050 digital camera. Its 25mm compact body features 10.1-megapixel resolution and 5X optical zoom lens along with Image Stabilization for high quality and vivid images at the tip of your finger. With the latest Pan-Capture Panorama feature, seamless wide-view photos can be captured without the need for stitching. Its clear 2.5-inch LCD is equipped with the Auto Adjust Brightness technology for perfect screen visibility both indoors and outdoors. The A1050 contains a host of advanced features to deliver stunning images such as: pan capture panorama produced by panning the camera across to create a seamless panoramic picture, auto scene detection, blink detection, smile detection, face detection, in-camera red-eye removal, electronic image stabilization and Quick Time Motion JPEG movie recording. Box contents include: AA Batteries, USB Cable, AV Cable, Wrist Strap, Arcsoft Photo Impression 6 editing software, CD-ROM, Manual, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card.

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2600 in Camera & Photo
• Color: Black
• Brand: GE
• Model: A1050-BK
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 2.40" h x 3.60" w x 1.00" l, .40 pounds

Features

• 10MP Digital Camera with 5x optical zoom and 5.7x digital zoom
• 2.5 Inch vibrant LCD with auto brightness
• 24 MB internal memory with SD/SDHC card support up to an additional 8 GB
• Auto scene, blink, smile and face detection
• Uses 2 AA batteries so you'll never be stranded waiting for your camera battery to charge

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56 of 57 people found the following review helpful.
Easy P&S camera to use
By The WB
I happened across this camera while searching for a small P&S camera that I could take anywhere. There are times a cell phone camera cannot do the job properly. Having used this camera for 4 months and taken several thousand pictures, here is what I have experienced:

Good:
* 2 AA battery power -- if they die, obtaining suitable replacements is very easy.
* Using AA NiMH batteries -- I get about 300 pictures per set of 2,300 mAh batteries.
* 10.1 MP sensor - 4:3 is default resolution ratio, but it has the capability of shooting 3:2 (at 9 MP size).
* 1/2.33" CCD sensor - quite standard
* 5X optical zoom - Equivalent to 35 MM to 175 MM.
* Macro mode with focus down to 3"
* Live histogram, but has to be turned on each time the camera is powered up
* SD and SDHC card capacity - I've used up to a 4 GB SDHC card with no problems.
* Mini-USB cable (nonstandard) connection for picture transfer.
* Three light meter modes -- Spot, center weighted and AiAE (a complex full frame evaluation mode).

The Bad:
* Close distance flash shots wash out the subject -- in camera metering of the flash is bad.
* Transferring more than 50 pictures at a time via USB cable will cause the camera to crash.
* A rectangular shutter button that is a bit stiff to operate at times.
* Spot metering tends to wash out pictures. The best mode is AiAE (complex metering)
* The histogram cannot be programed to remain on all the time
* EV setting is a bit tedious -- the effect takes once the EV choice has turned off. It must be restarted each time you want to make an exposure adjustment
* The LCD lighting on auto mode tends to show the preview exposure too dark, when, in fact, the exposure is quite good.
* Awkward placement of the zoom rocker switch
* Framing grid lines are a mid-gray color and are hard to see in sunny conditions. No provision to change the color.

I wrote Customer Service regarding the histogram and grid line issues. Within 24 hours, they responded. There is no provision to change the default programing of features on this camera. They suggested a firmware update, but for this model, GE posted Version 1.10 on the support website. I have Version 1.11 on my camera.

My real test was on a cross-country trip this past April, where I took this camera, a Canon A590 and a Fujifilm S100FS. The pictures taken with the GE were sharp and clear, when they were outside and in AiAE metering mode. Taking pictures in landscape mode was a mixed bag - greens were overblown and reds were suppressed.

Also, this is an economical P&S camera. Don't expect perfect live action shots, unless you crank up the ISO speed to the point the pictures are all grainy. I learned to keep this camera at ISO 100 for the vast majority of my pictures. There is an automatic scene detection mode that works, but it too is a mixed bag. I've shot outdoor pictures of plants in bright sunlight and had the camera turn on the flash as if it was in Sunset mode and backlit subject. Go figure.

Facial recognition works good for this price camera. Two faces are easily recognized. When taking flash pictures of people, be careful. If you are too close, the flash will wash out the persons face. The metering system and the flash output appear to be separate, so there is no TTL metering of the flash to limit the flash output. Also. red eye reduction shooting fires 4 times before the image is captured. The subjects (especially small children) close their eyes and you get a blink picture. Children mode completely suppresses the flash altogether.

The long and the short of it, I found the best mode to shoot in was pure manual mode, where I can set everything (with the aid of the histogram) in AiAE metering mode to capture the correct exposure. It worked just fine with good tonal reproduction in the final product. I'm posting some sample pictures with this review. They represent a cross section of my experiences.

CS is responsive, unlike other companies out there. Build quality is good, but don't expect it to hold up to pure torture. Overall, for the price I paid, the features and the picture quality, I happened upon a good camera.
*****
11/19/2010 - Update

I have used this camera now for just over 7 months and have taken about 3,000 pictures. If you work with this camera in manual mode with white balance and the histogram to set the exposure, you get some really good results.

Battery life is great, even when using the flash. The NiMH "AA" batteries I have nets me about 300 pictures per set of two, more than enough for a decent day's shoot.

The only real complaint I have is with the Auto Focus -- if you push this camera, especially when it is really bright outside, the AF will not set properly. You have to wait for the on-screen focus indicator to turn green before you take the picture, or it will be blurred. This camera fires as soon as the shutter is fully depressed regardless of focus.
*****
7/7/2011 - Update

7(+) more months have passed and this camera is still going strong. I have lost count as to how many pictures have been taken, but I can say "a whole lot." I don't take this camera with me to as many places as I use to in the past since I purchased an iPhone 4. For a cell phone with a fixed focal length lens, it takes some real good quality pictures, in the right lighting conditions.

In other reviews of this camera, people have complained about this camera being 1) a battery eater and 2) blurry images. Let me try to help clarify these two criticisms with possible solutions.

1) Having two A1050 GE cameras (one for me and the other for my son's girlfriend) we have not experienced this issue. On average, with mixed flash and non-flash pictures, we get about 300 pictures per charged set of two AA batteries. Why do we have get so many pictures out of a set of batteries? We exclusively use rechargeable Energizer (the old Everyready Battery Co) Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) 2,300 or 2,450 mAh "AA" batteries. I have used Duracell NiMH and cheaper, no name NiMH batteries with horrible results in this and other digital camera's. Through trial and error over the years using and owning several different "AA" powered digital camera's, I can only recommend Energizer's with any confidence. I sound like a crummy commercial, but this continues to be my experience. Energizer's will perform for the long haul and recharge quickly with a good quality rapid battery charger.

One more point, I use "AA" alkaline batteries only in a pinch when I absolutely need to keep shooting and fresh rechargeable's are not with me. This camera and other "AA" cameras (like my wife's Canon Powershot A590) will eat alkaline batteries right up -- with or without the flash being used. Using alkaline batteries exclusively will give you horrible battery performance that is unfairly reflected in this and any other "AA" battery powered camera.

2) Blurry pictures. Image stabilization in digital cameras is accomplished by two different methods. The first method uses a motor/gyroscope setup that either shifts the lens or light sensor element or both to reduce shake/blur. Whereas the second method automatically increases the ISO (film speed) of the camera to a faster shutter time and thereby reducing the chance of shake/blur. This camera uses the second method -- Auto ISO increasing for stabilization. While the ISO increase method sounds good, it is far from perfect. Higher ISO settings produce an unwanted grain effect, especially when it is dark, sometimes to the point that the picture looks absolutely horrible, even when the camera is in perfect focus. Classic case is an outdoor concert at night. At full size on a computer, the picture is blotchy and unclear.

I also do not like the GE's slow flash sync (1/30th of a second sync). Pictures with motion using flash are often times blurry. My Fujifilm S100FS stock flash syncs at a minimum of 1/60th and most times at 1/128th of a second. At 1/128th of a second sync, this is truly stop motion with almost no blur. Long flash sync time is a weakness in this camera.

Also, as I commented earlier regarding the auto focus of this camera, you have to wait until this camera signals the subject is in focus. Green brackets will appear either in the center of the picture, if face detection is turned off or around the faces of your subjects, if face detection is turned on. It may take several half depressions of the shutter button to get the camera to properly focus and signal that the focus is correct, especially when it is really bright outside. This GE camera will take the picture if you fully depress the shutter button regardless of focus. You cannot push this camera to instantly focus on a subject and expect it to take a tack sharp picture each and every time. Again, this is another limitation of this camera.

*****
12/21/2011 - Update

Still going strong. Took over 200 pictures this past November during hunting season in NW Michigan -- all came out great. What can I say, for a small P&S camera, you cannot beat it.

Amazon now has a second supplier for this model camera found as GE A Series 10.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black/Silver A1050BK-CP. This is the very same camera as described above. Check it out.
24 of 24 people found the following review helpful.
Excellent pocket shooter
By T. McAtee
Great zoom capacity, Excellent photo quality, Huge storage capability, Easy operation, Great price and warranty.
What else needs to be said. This is an excellent point and shoot camera for any user.
I had some misgivings when ordering, thinking "How good can it be? It's nearest feature competitor is priced well over $150". No regrets, and that doesn't happen very often in my experience.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful.
Decent camera to carry around
By violinsolo
I was looking for a small camera that would be easy to carry around on short trips. But I also had some basic requirements: decent resolution and optical zoom (at least 5x), the use of AA batteries, and a price within $100. Most of the latest thin cameras use proprietary lithium-ion batteries, but these need re-charging and if you run out of power on the go, you are stuck. It is easier to simply pop into any local store in the world and buy a few AA batteries.

The GE A1050 is great for me, as it fits the above bill very nicely. Granted it is not as thin as other models, but this unit still fits easily in my shirt pocket and does not weigh it down. The picture quality is great and the video mode is also handy when I do not have my more bulky camcorder with me. Photos are sharp and print very well. Nice LCD screen size too.

I am yet to explore any settings beyond the typical ones accessed via the external buttons. Overall, a very good general-purpose point-and-shoot device. I was slightly skeptical about the GE brand for cameras, but I believe they have done well with this model.
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Nikon D4 16.2 MP CMOS FX Digital SLR with Full 1080p HD Video (Body Only)

Nikon D4 16.2 MP CMOS FX Digital SLR with Full 1080p HD Video (Body Only) From Nikon Price: $5,999.00 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details Availability: Temporarily out of stock. Order now and we'll deliver when available. We'll e-mail you with an estimated delivery date as soon as we have more information. Your credit card will not be charged until we ship the item. Ships from and sold by Amazon.com Average customer review:  (8 customer reviews)

Product Description

The FX-format Nikon D4 Digital SLR Camera provides professional photographers with a powerful tool that redefines the boundaries of DSLR versatility, while maintaining superior image quality and high speed performance. The D4 enables not only new opportunities in low-light photography, but also provides photographers with added shutter speed and aperture freedom with a base ISO sensitivity range from ISO 200 to a remarkable 12,800. The D4 offers speed and accuracy with a 16.2 MP FX-format CMOS sensor, 10 fps continuous shooting, a 91,000-Pixel RGB sensor and Advanced SRS, improved 51-point AF System, and 1080p HD video at 30p with stereo sound.

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #758 in Camera & Photo
• Color: Black
• Brand: Nikon
• Model: 25482
• Released on: 2012-03-20
• Display size: 3.2

Features

• 10/11 frames per second continuous shooting in FX-format for up to 150 frames
• Nikon FX- format (35.9 x 24.0mm) CMOS Sensor with 16.2 effective megapixels
• Full 1080p HD broadcast quality video
• View simultaneous Live View output on external monitors and record uncompressed video via HDMI terminal
• Multi-Area Mode Full HD D-Movie: FX, DX (1.5X crop) and New 1920X1080 (2.7X) Crop modes settings

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From the Manufacturer 

This new flagship D-SLR offers speed and accuracy with a 16.2 MP FX-format CMOS sensor, 10/11 fps continuous shooting, a 91,000-Pixel RGB sensor and Advanced SRS, improved 51 point AF System, ISO expanded to 204,800 and 1080p video at 30p with stereo sound.

Catch moments others miss

Speed and accuracy in total harmony

D4 offers a level of speed and accuracy that will redefine your notion of the fleeting moment. A carefully selected FX-format 16.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor is paired with Nikon’s powerful EXPEED3 image processor for stunning stills up to 11 fps. A 91,000-Pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering III sensor partners with Nikon’s Advanced SRS to deliver unmatched accuracy in every frame. Add a faster, more responsive 51-point AF system for a camera that can keep pace with you.

Stunning images every time

Superior quality you expect from Nikon

What are speed and accuracy without image quality? Nikon’s FX-format (36.0mm x 23.9mm) CMOS image sensor delivers 16.2 effective megapixels of resolution for exquisite detail. Each of this remarkable sensor’s 7.3-micron pixels is designed to collect maximum light to produce stunning images and video across D4’s broad ISO range of 100 to 12,800 (expandable down to 50 and up to 204,800). Expect the highest image quality in bright and dark shooting. Plus, EXPEED3 image processing yields the most faithful colors, tones and a wide dynamic range.

Enhance stories with HD video

Broadcast-quality and outstanding control

When an assignment calls for broadcast-quality video and audio, D4 is ready. Choose from three Multi-area mode Full HD D-Movie (1080p) video formats: FX, DX or the new 2.7x Crop mode—all at 16:9 aspect ratio. Manual exposure control helps keep the same look from start to finish. Built-in HDMI lets you view footage on an external monitor or record uncompressed 8-bit 4.2.2 footage directly to an external recording device. Even take 2MP stills simultaneously while filming. Attach the ME-1 Stereo Microphone and record high fidelity audio with minimal camera noise. On-screen audio level indicators and a headphone jack help you monitor and adjust audio in 20 incremental steps. D4 takes you from inspiring still to amazing videos with ease.

Complete control and comfort

Designed for an efficient workflow

D4’s remarkable design is the culmination of photographer feedback and Nikon innovation. Adjust AF and AF Area modes without moving your eye from the viewfinder. Quickly select AF points with a new joystick style sub-selector—positioned for both horizontal and vertical shooting. In low-light, all operation buttons and dials are beautifully backlit. Two media card slots offer flexibility and control. Built-in wired LAN and the optional WT-5A Wireless Transmitter enable secure, high-speed file transmission as well as remote camera functionality. Simply put, D4 was built to meet professional demands.

Expand your opportunities

Nikon imaging system compatibility

Draw on the full potential of D4: world-renowned NIKKOR lenses, the Nikon Creative Lighting System, Speedlights, accessories and software. Each impressive FX and DX lens in the NIKKOR lineup is fully tested to deliver sharpness, accuracy and reliability. Bring studio quality lighting to assignments with Nikon Speedlights. Only Nikon offers i-TTL (Intelligent Through The Lens) flash control, which allows Nikon Speedlights to access extensive exposure and metering data from D4 to provide unprecedented levels of flash precision and performance. Nikon’s professional imaging software, and a robust line of compatible accessories will help you expand your capabilities.

Never miss a deadline

The WT-5A Wireless Transmitter

When the world is waiting, being the first to publish makes all the difference. Nikon’s powerful new wireless transmitter, WT-5A, attaches directly to D4 to securely and quickly transfer files.
HTTP Mode: Now you can use the web browser on your iPhone® and/or iPad®** to operate camera controls or begin Live View shooting, including starting and stopping HD video and more.
Image Transmission Mode: Transmit images to an FTP server or computer two times faster than the Nikon WT-4A.
Operate the D4 via Camera Control Pro 2. From one master camera, simultaneously release up to ten remote D4/WT-5A combinations.
**iPhone® and iPad® are are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

New 51-point AF system

Nikon’s new advanced AF sensor uses 51 strategically placed AF points for faster focus operation by working together like a net to capture moving subjects or individually for pinpoint accuracy. Each of the 51 selectable AF points delivers fast and accurate AF detection to a low light level of -2 EV (ISO 100, 20° C) with every compatible AF NIKKOR lens.

Rich image previewing

D4’s beautiful 3.2-inch, 921,000-dot LCD includes an ambient brightness sensor for maximum visibility and crisp playback, menu adjustment and Live View shooting. Quickly enlarge images and videos up to 46x for spot focus confirmation—crucial for high-resolution shooting.

Our most rugged body yet

To sustain peak performance in the most demanding environments, D4’s body, exterior and mirror box are comprised of strong yet lightweight magnesium alloy. Thorough measures are taken to seal and protect against invasive moisture, dust and electromagnetic interference.

Dual memory card slots (CF and XQD)

Dual memory card slots (one CF and one XQD) Record two full cards of data, the same still image data on both cards for instant backup, RAW on one card and JPEG on the other or transfer data from one card to another. You can even designate one slot for data-heavy HD video recording.

AF detection up to f/8

D4 aligns its 15 cross-type sensors in the center to detect contrast for both vertical and horizontal lines with lenses f/5.6 or faster. The five central points and three points to the left and right of them in the middle line are compatible with f/8.

Multi-Area Full HD D-Movie Video Recording Modes

FX-format renders exquisitely shallow depth of field and wide-angle shooting. DX-format offers a 1.5x crop of the lens focal length, and 1920x1080 Crop format gives you a 2.7x angle of view—ideal for extending lens reach when you can’t get close enough.

91,000-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering III with Advanced SRS

Face detection using the optical viewfinder and detailed scene analysis using the 91,000-pixel RGB sensor enables superior auto exposure, auto white balance, AF performance and i-TTL flash exposure.

Built-in HDR

Combine two exposures at up to 3EV to create a single image revealing an extremely wide dynamic range but with less noise and richer color gradation than ever before.

Two-axis Virtual Horizon indicator

Determine if the camera is level—horizontally or forward—through the viewfinder or LCD monitor.

New mirror balancer

Minimizes the bounce of the mirror’s down movement, extending viewing time and allowing more time for AF operation—one reason D4 achieves AF and focus tracking even during high-speed continuous shooting.

Intelligent power management

Expect greater operating efficiency thanks to a new, small, high-capacity EN-EL 18 rechargeable Li-ion battery that can deliver up to approximately 2,600 images* per charge.
*Based on CIPA Standard.

View simultaneous Live View output on external monitors and record uncompressed video via HDMI terminal

Check video recording on the camera’s LCD and external monitor simultaneously; ideal for focus pullers and camera operators. When the highest possible image quality is required, you can bypass memory cards and record uncompressed footage directly from the image sensor onto an external recording device.

Time lapse shooting

Set intervals and frame rates in order to dramatically relay slow-moving activity at dramatic speeds. D4 lets you shoot time-lapse photography with replay rates from 24 to 36,000 times faster than normal and save them as movie files.

Two Live View shooting modes

Photography Live View and Movie Live View modes add flexibility; exposure, white balance, monitor hue, histogram, focus mode, AF area mode and focusing accuracy are easily confirmed.

Dedicated Nikon Picture Control button

Quickly access six preset picture control options—Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Landscape and Portrait—and up to nine customizable settings with a single button.

400,000-cycle tested shutter

For the utmost reliability and rigorous performance, D4’s shutter has been tested on fully assembled cameras for 400,000 cycles at extreme continuous burst rates.

Self-diagnostic shutter monitor

Should any shutter variance be detected, D4 automatically corrects and adjusts between the actual shutter speed and correct shutter speed to sustain precision shutter operation throughout the mechanism’s lifespan.

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20 of 23 people found the following review helpful.
D4 sets new benchmark
By R. Adams
This will be an ongoing product review and something I will be updating as time goes on.

Ordering from Amazon -
As soon as I saw the news on nikonrumors.com that amazon had opened up the website for D4 orders, I placed mine. Thank you nikonrumors! This was January 6th. Since then, Amazon sent their usual emails informing me that the product was backordered and such. The only problem was amazon.com kept listing March 20th as the release date and March 21st as my "Estimated Shipping Date". Of course this didn't happen. In fact, at least for those that watch dpreview.com, this happened to all amazon.com D4 orders. The only bummer about the whole ordering experience was that the Amazon customer service was pretty much useless and uninformed. In the future, amazon should be quicker to correct their release dates. At least I got the camera..moving on...

Camera shipping from Amazon -
In the past I have been contacted by Amazon concierge to make sure my order was going smoothly. DIdn't happen with the D4. Not a big deal. Camera shipped next day UPS Saver on March 28 and arrived March 29th just past 5pm. Shipped was free due to the release date screw ups. Camera was boxed OK..and it did the job. I would have packed it better..but it arrived ok. Signature required.

D4 contents -
Good news here! The D4 came with the Sony XQS Card Reader and one 16 gig Sony XQS card. Very cool - considering my 32 gig order is still pending. The Card reader and card were in a white envelope placed on top of the camera contents.

Additional contents -
1x EN-EL18 battery
MH-26 Battery charger (charges 2 batteries)
Instructions in both Spanish & English
Warranty Programs
Nikon ViewNX2
Strap
USB cable
Caps - body, hotshot
Clips - USB & body
UF1 & UF2 connectors

D4 Specs (and compared to the D3s) -
Weight - 41.6 oz (D3s 43.7 oz) (Weight difference is noticeable!)
Pixels - 16.2 million (D3s 12.1)
FPS - 10/11 (D3s 9 FPS)
ISO - 100 - 12,800 with lo-1 as 50, HI-4 as 204,800 (D3s 200 - 12,800, Lo-1 100, HI-3 102,400)
Video - Full 1080 HD up to 30 FPS (D3s 720 at 24 FPS)
Monitor size - 3.2 inches (D3s 3.0)
Viewfinder - 100%
Integrated network port

D4 camera (first impressions) -

Ergonomics & Buttons - WOW a lot has changed here. If you are coming from a D3s like me, all sorts of little changes mean some big adjustments. Here is my list of just what I've found so far -
- Metering selector is gone!!! It used to be on the prism and adjusted with your right thumb. Not any more! It is now replacing the "Lock" button and press with your left hand - and adjusted INSIDE the viewfinder.
- Focus Mode Selector - Gone too! The button to toggle between manual and autofocus is still there, but to toggle between C & S is now inside the view finder
- Hand grip is different for both portrait and landscape photos - including a small black piece of rubber attached near the camera bottom
- The camera back - Just looking at the back of the camera has sent me back to the full manual to learn this camera from the beginning. This includes changes to the thumbnails, picture control, and playback buttons and removal of the Area AF mode selector button.
- Overall I like the changes, and love the ability to see changes inside the viewfinder. Might be a while to get my fingers to adapt. Overall it's good.

New D4 Network capabilities -
New to the D4, the camera can do FTP photo and movie uploads, control camera functions from a laptop using an optional software package (Caera Control Pro 2), and take pictures using an iPhone and remote browser. You can also control multiple cameras and do synchronized releases using the WT-5.

New D4 Chips & Batteries -
The battery and XQS memory chips are new to the D4. This means having to spend more money to buy new stuff - as opposed to those that upgraded from the D3 to D3s. Sure it is good for the long term, but is a bit of a pain right now. If you shoot any other camera as well, then you will need to lug about two battery charges. If you don't have a backup camera, you will still need two sets of chips.

Shooting the D4 -
- Quiet shutter option. There is a new shutter setting for a quiet shutter. This is on the command dial next to the high speed shutter release.
- a bump up in FPS is subtle, but nice. I have yet to fully test this, but for shooting motor sports, I like it
- Viewfinder is now 100% and nothing to dislike about this!
- The virtual horizon is now inside the viewfinder! I constantly have to correct my pictures and love this feature. This is used by setting the Fn button in the menu to use the virtual horizon feature. The horizon only works when holding the camera normally - not vertical. Still...great feature and I love it.

ISO -
- The D4 takes pushing up the ISO beyond the D3s. But the difference is minimal as far as I can tell.

Overall (so far) - D4 is every bit as good as the D3s and then some. The upgrades to the buttons are annoying, but I think will really be more useful in the field than the D3s version. The new chips and batteries are just progress in my mind. Not a big deal, just a little more money that has to be spent. I've only had this camera one day (and one night) and plan to add to this as I hit up some car races and concours...
32 of 40 people found the following review helpful.
The camera i've always wanted.
By D. KIMBALL
I will attempt to keep this short because there are a lot of reviews of this camera and I only want to give my nonprofessional feedback. I don't take photo's for a living, in fact I take photos of my life which to me is equally as valuable. I am preparing to have children, get married, you know the American dream. I need to capture these precious moments as accurately as I can, this is the reason I purchased the D4.

For me, the low light performance is key - anyone can take decent pictures with point and clicks in the daytime, and most any camera can take excellent creative shots if the user understands his or her camera. What I have a problem with the most is low light photography, taking pictures of friends and family using existing light. I might be in my house, out at a party, or enjoying a camp fire out in the woods. For these situations I need to be able to take clear and accurate photos which to me means increased ISO sensitivity, maintaining freeze frame shutter speeds, and with the combination of the two capturing a crisp and colorful shot each and every time. I can't tell you how many times I've thrown away those perfect moments because of camera shake or overall subject movement. So for the money, I needed something that could do all of this and out of all the cameras I was left with two options, the Nikon D3s and the Nikon D4.

Why the D4 over the D3s? Even though the D3s is 1/6th a stop improved sensor sensitivity I am set on the 16mp over 12mp improvement, set on the dynamic range, set on it being new and an overall improved camera. 30 minutes of 60FPS video capture, better low light metering, better color. For me, this camera has exceeded my expectations and truly captured my imagination and excitement each and every time I go out to shoot.

I have played with every setting so far except the web server via Wi-Fi/Ethernet and the in camera HDR. I prefer to Bracket my HDR shots and post process them, what I love about the speed of this camera is I can bracket all 9 shots hand held in under 1 second - seriously. In fact for continuous shooting this thing is simply impressive, with the XQD card that came with the camera I can take something like 75 shots before the 10 raws per second slows down due to buffer limit being reached.

The colors are amazing, the shutter sounds awesome, I can't tell you how much I love this imaging beast. Thank you Nikon!
12 of 14 people found the following review helpful.
It's a Pip!!! An expensive one
By James Cooper
Got one of the first ones out based on the glowing reviews and being an owner of several Nikon dSLR bodies; from the D70 up through the D3x/s cameras.

This takes the best of all of them and puts them in one body. The D4 relies heavily on the control dials, and most are intuitive. Spo changing settings can be done quickly.

Take the exceptional resolution of the D3x and add the superb low light performance of the D3s; then make it all faster and better, and you have a D4.

I was worried that I would feel "eh" about this camera, but my reaction is far from that. If you have some good Nikkor glass, or want to start at the pinnacle of digital photography for under $10,000, the D4 meets your needs with aplomb.

I may be poorer, but am delighted with this purchase.

note: I would have bought from Amazon, but they weren't expecting stock, so I went with a reliable authorized dealer. I like buying from Amazon though as they are very generous with returns should a problem exist; and even with $6,000 bodies, problems do crop up, even when new.

If you want your photos to be as good as they can be, and can afford the entry fee, this is the camera

If $6,000 is too much and speed is not crucial, the D800 or D800e probably do nicely at half the cost.

Remember this is a FX format, so no multiplying focal lengths by 1.5x. The sensor is the size of a 35mm negative.

Focusing is also faster on the D4. It's all good.

Delighted with this purchase

(D700, D3s, and D3x for sale. Used. Perfect condition)
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