Nikon D3200 preview
Nikon has just announced an all new entry-level dSLR, the D3200. Despite its sub-$700 kit MSRP, this camera is packed with advanced as well as many beginner features to help photographers of all levels take that important step from point-and-shoot to dSLR.
Nikon D3200 features:
- 24.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor
- Full HD (1080p) video recording with fulltime AF at 24 or 30 fps, manual exposure control, and stereo sound via a microphone input jack
- 3.0-inch LCD screen (921K dots)
- 4 fps high-speed continuous shooting at full resolution
- Standard ISO range of 100-6400, expandable to ISO 12,800
- EXPEED 3 Image Processing and an 11-point AF system that works with Nikon’s Scene Recognition System
- 11-point AF System
- Guide Mode offers users step-by-step instructions on how to “capture amazing images”
- Six Scene Modes:
- Portrait
- Landscape
- Child
- Sports
- Close-Up
- Night Portrait
- HDMI output
- Optional WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter lets users remotely control the Nikon D3200 and transfer photos for sharing from Android platform smartphones and tablets (expect an iOS application in the fall of 2012).
Available in late April with an MRSP of $699.95, Nikon’s D3200 outfits with the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR kit lens. Color choices include black and red. The optional WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter will be available in late May with an MRSP of $59.95.
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April 29, 2012 at 1:25 pm, Mbraney84 said:
Well cramming 24 megapixels in an aps-c sensor is like stuffing a couch into an oven….
April 30, 2012 at 5:10 am, jose said:
Is it? The D800 with its 36mp ff would fall into the same category in your book but it sits there king of iso and dr
April 28, 2012 at 7:41 am, Artschotz said:
Looks like an interesting introduction to full frame hi res photography.
April 28, 2012 at 11:57 am, meatballpie said:
its not full frame. its still a cropped sensor.
April 26, 2012 at 8:41 pm, Pixmaker said:
Very nice, to the point, informative review.
April 26, 2012 at 8:14 am, Nospam said:
So, I hope this means CANON will be launching their new T4i post haste??? I certainly hope so. I would love to see the features on the new T4i (including the rumored lnes upgrade). Do you have any insider information on its release / details?
April 25, 2012 at 8:45 pm, Lasertoter said:
I’m in love with this camera! A tablet wireless interface for $60!!!! Why can’t the top of the line cameras do this! Lame wireless interfaces for $800!!!
April 25, 2012 at 8:23 pm, Gary Melton said:
Sounds pretty impressive for a entry level DSLR…makes me wonder what kinds of amazing features/qualities we’ll be seeing on even mid-level cameras in the near future!
April 25, 2012 at 3:31 pm, semi234 said:
Y’know, a “review” usually informs the reader something a little bit beyond the manufacturer’s specifications.
April 25, 2012 at 4:14 pm, MM Edu said:
True, and that’s why we called this a “preview”. When we get our hands on a Nikon D3200 and test it, we’ll post a review. 🙂