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Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Nikon D90 - An Amateurs Dream Camera

By Matt Ryan

Utilizing the flaws of their predecessors, Nikon is consistently improving their cameras. Their latest release - the Nikon D90 - is a big improvement from the D80 with new and improved technologies. This model is a good mix of point-and-shoot and a professional camera. Many of the features are professional, while ease of use is similar to a point-and-shoot.

The overall design, of the Nikon D90, is ergonomic. Not only does it fit nicely in the palm of your hand, but also all of the features and buttons are easily accessible - even if you are only using one hand to function the camera. The camera measures in at 5.2 x 4.1 x 3.0 inches and only weighs 22-ounces. These measurements may be a bit deceptive, as the camera feels and carries as a much smaller model.

Even though Nikon has always provided users with a nice user interface, they took an extra step when designing the interface of the D90. All consumers, whether they are familiar with cameras or not, can easily find their way around the D90 and re-touch images on the spot. RAW development and straightening are features available, through re-touching, right through the camera itself.

On the back of the camera is a 3.0-inch VGA monitor, which displays over 900,000 colors. The resolution, in concatenation with the technology and coloration, provides consumers with vivid, crisp imagery.

Using the 170-degree wide-angle technology, viewing and reviewing images, and videos has never been clearer. Navigation through your imagery is simple using the 72-image thumbnail view provided. The thumbnails appear in chronological order, providing consumers with an even smoother navigational process.

Live View provides consumers with even more features and functionality. Using this feature, while capturing images, allows users to select from 11-autofocus settings. Some of the autofocus settings, users can choose from are single, dynamic, and face. Another great feature, which assists in spotless photos, is the integrated sensor cleaners. These cleaners automatically remove dust particles from internal sensors, removing the possibility of speckled photos.

Like many other cameras, users can manually adjust ISO settings to fit any type of lighting. ISO settings can be set as low as 200 or as high as 3200. Automatic focus, white balance, and exposure are available using 3-D Color Matrix Metering II. This technology analyzes a scene and adjusts these settings to the perfect combinations for flawless images.

The Nikon D90 is a 12.9-megapixel camera, with DX-format and CMOS sensor. The combination of this and Nikons Expeed image processing software helps in the creation of crisp, vivid imagery - every time.

A first, in the world of cameras, is the integration of digital SLR. This technology produces HDTV (720p) quality and allows for the capture of up to 23 frames per second. For the first time ever consumers can capture personal events and share them, with family, in the highest quality possible.

For around $1,000, consumers can get their hands on this professional quality Nikon D90. This digital camera has a great combination of user-friendliness and professional functionality. Anyone who likes to take pictures will enjoy the experience of the D90 along with the vibrant images it produces.

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