Nikon D90-is it worth to buy it?
The new Nikon D90 DSLR camera has just been announced for a few weeks. It definitely will be one of the hottest selling SLR cameras this Holiday season. The new Nikon D90 is among the first D-SLRs to be able to capture high-def video, being able to capture video with any lens or any setting defined in the camera which in itself is a breakthrough change in the Digital SLR. It offers a movie function, allowing you to shoot movies in three different motion JPEG formats: 320 x 216 pixels, 640 x 424 pixels and 1,280 x 720 pixels. Now you can capture life’s moving moments with added drama by using many of Nikon’s NIKKOR lenses, including the AF DX Fisheye 10.5mm f/2.8G ED and the Micro-NIKKOR lenses. The shallow depth of field can give your movies a more creative and emotional impact. An additional benefit is the D90 image sensor, which is much larger than a typical camcorder for higher image quality and exceptional high ISO performance during low-light shooting.
Good points:
Big Live View viewfinder and detailed screen
First DSLR with movie mode
4.5fps shooting & 11-point AF
Great handling and ergonomics
Fair Priced
The Bad:
Resolution not a big step from D80.
Remote & RAW software costs extra.
Video Recording needs lots of storage space and is limited in length to protect the CCD chip.
No Autofocus during video recording.
It is a SLR camera, therefore it does not fit in your pant pocket.
For Whom:
There’s no doubt the D90 should be short-listed by anyone shopping in its price-bracket, and should its features match your requirements, you’ll be very happy with it. Existing D80 owners should however think very carefully about whether it really offers them an upgrade, or whether stretching to the D300 – or indeed waiting – is a better bet. The Nikon D90 is a great gift for anybody who wants to seriously start taking high quality photos with SLR technology.
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