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Nikon introduces its new entry level D3200, featuring 24.2 MP, 11 AF, up to 6400 (Hi 12800), 4FPS, Full HD 1080p and 3” 921K LCD. It also comes in red.
The Nikon D3200 is now available to pre-order at B&H in Black or Red for $699.95.
source:engadget
Here is the official announcement.
The Nikon D3200 Digital SLR Camera With AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm 1:3.5-5.6G VR Lens (Black) is a professional imaging machine in the truest sense. It captures stunning high-resolution JPEG and RAW still photos and HD 1080p video via its 24.2 MP DX-format CMOS sensor. Enjoy superior color and sharpness, make gorgeous adjustments and perform creative cropping without any loss in sharpness. The camera’s EXPEED III image processor makes optimal use of the 24.2 MP sensor, producing fine tonal gradations and exceptional color fidelity. The large 3.0" (7.6 cm) 921K-dot LCD allows bright, clear framing, playback, menu navigation and Guide Mode settings.
The camera features a wide ISO sensitivity range from 100-6400, which can be increased to as high as 12800. Get great shots and clips under various lighting situations with low noise. Capture full, broadcast-quality 1080p HD video at 30, 25 or 24fps, and 720p video at 60, 50, 30 or 25fps. The optional ME-1 Stereo Microphone (not included) provides crystal clear stereo sound to accompany your crisp video. You can shoot up to 4fps at full resolution to catch those precious moments missed by other cameras.
While the D3200 is a pro-level camera, it’s certainly more than accessible by those who are not professionals. In-camera guidance shows you, step-by-step, the way to change camera settings, and provides sample photos for easy comprehension.
With the optional WU-1a wireless mobile adapter, you have the ability to automatically send superb images to your smartphone–or even use the phone to remotely control the camera and take pictures or record video! The easy-to-use app makes it all possible. Now, when you get that great shot you just can’t wait to share…you won’t have to.
Image Quality
- 24.2 MP CMOS Sensor
- Delivers stunning detail and depth in each photo and full HD 1080p video, even under low-light conditions
- EXPEED 3 Image Processor
- Same processing power behind the acclaimed Nikon D4 enables blazing-fast operation, superb image capture, full 1080p broadcast-quality HD video, in-camera filter effects, expanded dynamic range and more
- Bright, High-Resolution LCD
- Large 3.0" (7.6 cm) low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with 921,000 pixels, 160° viewing angle, approx. 100% frame coverage and brightness adjustment. Enjoy a bright, clear viewing pane for setting up shots, Live View shooting, playing back video or browsing photos, navigating the menu or Guide Mode settings
- Great Sensitivity
- Sensitivity from ISO 100 – 6400 for crisp, clear images in low-light situations without a flash, or in overpowering bright light with wide-aperture lenses. ISO can even be set to 12800 equivalent (Hi 1) for extreme low-light shooting
- HD Video Recording
- Enjoy one-touch high-definition movie recording in full HD 1920 x 1080p at 30 / 25 / 24p or 1280 x 720p at 60 / 50p in AVC format for ultra-smooth slow-motion playback. Also shoot in 640 x 424 at 30 / 25p. Record button located next to shutter-release button. Thanks to full-time autofocus, manual exposure control, external stereo mic jack and more, your new D3200 is a truly cinema-quality movie machine. Attaching optional ME-1 Stereo Microphone enables beautifully clear stereo sound to accompany your dazzling video
- Included AF-S NIKKOR Lens
- Versatile AF-S NIKKOR 18-55mm 1:3.5-5.6G lens with Vibration Reduction (VR) for blur-free photos is ideal for wide-angle to medium telephoto shooting. Camera is compatible with array of other NIKKOR lenses, as well
- Active D-Lighting
- Lets you automatically reveal detail in dark and light regions of high-contrast scenes. Get pictures that more closely mirror the way your own eyes see them. Leave it on for hands-free operation
- Flash
- Convenient, built-in pop-up flash. Compatible with optional Speedlights for easier and more creative photography
File Formats
- Still Image
- NEF (RAW): 12 bit, compressed
JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx.1:4), normal (approx. 1:8) or basic (approx. 1:16) compression
NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single image recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats
- Video
- MOV with H.264 / MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding (AVC) compression
Usability
- Guide Mode
- Walks you through important camera functions and settings and makes recommendations to aid you in quickly mastering your new DSLR and excelling in every type of situation. Choose Easy operation for common subjects like auto, no flash, distant subjects, close-ups, sleeping faces, moving subjects, landscapes, portrait shots and night portrait shots. Choose Advanced for more creative options, such as softening backgrounds, bringing more into focus, freezing motion (people), freezing motion (vehicles), show water flowing, capture reds in sunsets, take bright photos, take dark (low key) photos, and reduce blur
- Smart, Durable Design
- Compact, lightweight and tough camera design affords comfort, places key controls right at your fingertips, and makes toting your D-SLR around to shoots an easy, convenient and pleasant experience
- Infrared for Ease of Use
- Infrared receivers for remote control in both front and rear of camera make for easy self-portrait and close-up shooting
- Optical Viewfinder
- Enables quicker shooting response
- Retouch Menu
- Resize, Color sketch, Selective color and more options for finishing off photos with personalized look: Red-eye correction, Trim, Monochrome (Black-and-white, Sepia and Cyanotype), Filter effects (Skylight, Warm filter, Red intensifier, Green intensifier, Blue intensifier, Cross screen and Soft), Color balance, Image overlay, NEF (RAW) processing, Quick retouch, Straighten, Distortion control, Fisheye, Color outline, Perspective control, Miniature effect, Edit movie
Setting the Scene
- Scene Auto Selector
- Functions even during Live-View shooting, automatically activating the most appropriate Scene Mode (e.g., Portrait, Landscape) for the best shot in every type of scenario
- Scene Modes
- 6 optimized modes: Portrait, Night Portrait, Landscape, Close up, Child and Sports. Capture each picture and video clip precisely the way you envisioned it–while letting the camera do the heavy lifting so you can just focus on getting your shot
- Picture Control
- Adjust tonality and character of images and full HD video to create more personal touches. Choose from 6 settings: Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait and Landscape. Manually adjust sharpening, contrast, brightness, saturation and color to further fine-tuneimages to your satisfaction
High Speed and Performance
- Highly Accurate Auto Functions
- Precise 420-pixel RGB sensor provides support to Nikon’s Scene Recognition System and improves accuracy of all auto functions, including subject tracking AF, full-time AF, exposure, white balance, i-TTL flash, and more
- Continuous Shooting
- Fast continuous shooting captures each and every frame of the action; just aim, hold down shutter button and blast off about 4 fps. Great for sporting events and photographing unpredictable kids and pets
- Autofocusing System
- Quick, accurate 11-point autofocusing system with phase-detection AF within camera finder to make sure you never miss an opportunity to grab a great shot. Choose dynamic-area AF or 3D-tracking (11 points) to capture fast-moving subjects or alter composition freely while keeping your subject sharply focus. With single-point AF, keep a specific area of your subject especially sharp
- Face Detection System
- Applied to Face-priority AF in Live View / Movie mode, AE, AWB and Playback zoom
- Live View
- Dedicated Live View button for fast, easy access. Makes shooting easy; regardless of whether you’re capturing stills or video, you’ve got 4 AF-area modes to choose from: Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF and subject-tracking AF. Combining subject-tracking AF and full-time servo AF (AF-F) preserves focus point as action progresses
- Memory
- SD memory card is UHS-I compliant for high-speed data transfer
- Integrated Dust Reduction System
- For consistently crisp, clear photos
Management
- ViewNX 2
- Supplied tool set serves as convenient way to manage photos on your PC, with useful functionsfor storage, browsing, editing and sharing photos and video. Labels can be attached toimages, making for quicker searches later on. This bundled software also delivers a broad spectrum of editing functions, such as rotate, resize, crop, straighten, auto red-eye correction and more
- my Picturetown
- Nikon’s proprietary image-sharing website, my Picturetown, lets you easily save, organizeand share images with family and friends across the globe. Membership is free and permitsstorage of as much as 2 GB of stills and / or video. For an extra fee, you can expand your online storage space to 200 GB. Also works with certain smart devices
Power
- Long-Lasting Battery Life
- Rechargeable EN-EL14 lithium-ion battery gives you roughly 540 shots per charge
Special Features
- Wi-Fi Connectivity
- Get terrific pictures on your smartphone with ease via the optional WU-1a wireless mobile adapter. Automatically send pics to your phone and even utilize your phone for remote image capture with your D3200. Intuitive app makes it all happen instantly. 1
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