Reviews of the Nikon Coolpix 7900

Steves Digicams review the Nikon Coolpix 7900 Digital Camera and state that

“These Coolpix cameras use intelligent technology to help ensure a balanced exposure and sharpness. Nikon’s exclusive new D-Lighting function is another new addition that can literally turn throwaway shots into frame-able memories. The D-Lighting feature can be selected in Playback mode — automatically compensating for insufficient flash or excessive back lighting in order to obtain balanced exposure throughout the frame. Both cameras are also equipped with Blur Warning, another feature unique to Nikon which alerts the user when a shot is compromised by camera or hand shake, allowing another shot to be taken before leaving the scene.

The Coolpix 5900 and Coolpix 7900 make shooting in a range of common situations even simpler through the incorporation of Scene Modes. Both cameras offer four Scene Modes that feature Scene Assist, and even a new Underwater Scene Mode that brings the total choice of Scene Modes up to 16. Intended for use with the Waterproof Case WP-CP4, the Underwater Scene Mode enables true-to-life colors to be captured when taking shots while snorkeling or scuba diving. Like all the other Scene Modes, operation is extremely easy. Simply select the Scene Mode that best matches the subject, then point and shoot for optimal results. “

Digital Photography Review reviews the Nikon Coolpix 7900 Digital Camera They say that the 7900 and the 5900 are …

“Accurate, yet easy and convenient

Despite their high-level sophistication and innovative, advanced features, the COOLPIX 7900/5900 are extremely easy to operate. With a newly designed Graphic User Interface (GUI) that enables the photographer to select functions by either name or icon, it’s so easy to access the desired functions in minimal time. With a large 2.0-inch LCD monitor, composition is made easy and recorded shots can be viewed at any time. The COOLPIX 7900/5900 also come complete with internal memory, enabling them to record images without the need for an SD memory card. And because both cameras have been designed to consume power at a significantly decreased rate, battery life is considerably extended. In fact, the COOLPIX 7900 can take approximately 220 shots* with a fully charged EN-EL5 battery, while the COOLPIX 5900 can take approximately 270 !*”

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Photoxels have a user’s review of the Nikon Coolpix 7900 Digital Camera

“While some cameras require you to go to the menu to access exposure compensation, in the Nikon 7900, Exposure Compensation is set by simply pressing the right arrow key on the Multi Selector. I always wonder how much exposure compensation to dial in. Well, no more, because a live histogram simultaneously displays with the exposure compensation so you can now dial in your exposure compensation until the histogram looks right to you………

The 2 in. LCD is pretty good, with enough resolution (115,000 pixels) to help me determine whether I have a good shot or whether to reshoot. Yes, I can actually tell an image is not sharp, and you see the image snap into focus on the LCD. With Blur warning on, the camera will in fact tell you an image you have just taken is blurred and give you the option to save or reject it. You can adjust the LCD brightness via the menu.

The Coolpix 7900 has no practical shutter lag — which is quickly becoming the norm for all digital cameras, so don’t settle for anything less.

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A Scuba Diver over at ScubaBoard gives a review of the Nikon 790.

“I have a 7900 and have been using for a couple of months. I had to buy a Nikon housing from Japan as Ikelite didn’t have one out yet.

Pros:
1.It’s small and easy to clip off in a pocket or on a D-ring. Out of the housing it fits nicely into shirt pocket.

2. At 7 megs raw it yields excellent pictures that are good enough for a double page spread in a book or magazine.

3. It doesn’t eat batteries. While I have an extra battery and change it out between dives, I can easily get a hundred raw images and leave it on for the whole dive of 60 - 90 minutes.

4. Using a 1 gig card is great. You can shoot all weekend without downloading it.

5. Seems to very durable. I’ve dropped it from waist height and it has worked just fine.

Cons:
1.One of the issues with the Nikon housing is that the flash diffuser is set behind the lens too far. This means that on really close macro shots you have vignetting on the lower left side of the picture. It needs to be modified, but thus far I’ve been too lazy. The modification doesn’t seem to be very hard.

2. The focus can be off in macro. Perhaps it’s my technique, but I find it to be hit or miss.

3. I find it slow to focus and then shoot. This is particularly agrivating at times to me. Once it has focused, though the recycle time on the flash is excellent.

4. While a slaved flash works well, it unbalances the camera and I developed hand fatigue by the end of the dive with my right hand which I use to shoot with. My left hand controls buoyancy and my can light.

Conclusion:
I like this little camera. Since I’m a professional photographer topside, I generally don’t like to bring my work with me. This camera is not a bad little P&S, but frankly I think there are better out there. My friend Uncle Pug has a Fuji that I want to try out. He has been getting great shots with it. We will see if it’s me or the camera.”

Underwater Housing for the Nikon Coolpix 7900 Underwater Camera

Nikon WP-CP4 Waterproof Case” Ikelite Underwater Camera Housing Fantasea CP-7 Underwater Camera Housing

Key Features of Nikon WP-CP4 Waterproof Case for Coolpix 5900 & 7900 Digital Cameras * Allows use of camera to a depth of 130 feet underwater * All camera functions can be controlled and operated when the WP-CP4 case is underwater * Features an easy-to-hold hand grip * Designed exclusively for the Coolpix 4600 and Coolpix 5600 digital cameras * Compact durable design What’s in the Box Nikon WP-CP4 waterproof case, O-ring grease, silica gel, O-ring (spare), hand strap, instruction manual, and warranty card. Ikelite Underwater Camera Housing for Nikon Coolpix 5900 & 7900 Digital Cameras The housing is molded of corrosion free clear polycarbonate and operates safely to 200 feet. The flash built into the camera operates fine in the housing and provides very good photos. An optional DS series strobe placed farther from the lens improves the photographs by reducing the illumination of particles in the water. Optional #9523.31 Tray with Release Handle is required to attach optional SubStrobes. Optional strobes do not operate TTL with these cameras, but the Manual Controller provides 10 power settings with the DS-50 or DS-125 digital SubStrobes. Fantasea CP-7 Underwater Camera Housing for Nikon Coolpix 5900 and 7900 digital cameras Fantasea Line International has the CP-7 underwater housing designed for the Nikon Coolpix 5900 and 7900 digital cameras. It is a compact injection molded plastic housing.