Nikon has unveiled the Coolpix P1100, the successor to the P1000 in its line of super-zoom bridge cameras.Known for pushing the limits of zoom capability, the P1100 retains the impressive 125x optical zoom that made its predecessor a standout, but Nikon has added a few new features to make the deal even more attractive.
Familiar Form Factor with Incredible Reach
The Coolpix P1100 comes with a 24-3000mm (35mm equivalent) zoom lens, packed into a 3.1-pound (1,410-gram) body. While the 16.79-megapixel sensor is physically small (type 1/2.3), it allows for the extensive zoom range. The floating aperture starts at f/2.8 and closes at f/8 at the telephoto end.
If 3000mm isn’t enough, the camera supports a digital zoom feature that extends the reach to an equivalent of 12000mm or 600x zoom. Of course, using digital zoom comes at the expense of image quality.
To combat handshakes and provide sharper images, Nikon has equipped the lens with Dual Detect Optical VR, promising vibration reduction equivalent to 4.0 stops at the frame’s center.
Hardware and Features
The P1100 supports 4K video recording at up to 30p, offers a 3.2-inch vari-angle LCD, and includes timelapse functionality. It also supports clean HDMI output for those who want to connect to external displays or recorders.
Eagle-eyed enthusiasts might notice that much of this hardware remains unchanged from the P1000, which launched back in 2018. Still, Nikon has added a few thoughtful upgrades.
New Features for Niche Photography
Nikon clearly has bird watchers in mind with this release. The P1100 introduces a Bird Watching Mode with a selectable AF-area function. This feature lets users assign camera functions to the Fn1/Fn2 buttons on the optional ML-L7 Remote Control, allowing for easier adjustments during shoots.
Another addition is a fireworks mode designed to reduce highlight spillage during long exposure shooting. In terms of connectivity, Nikon has finally adopted a USB-C port for input/output, replacing the old micro USB port.
Nikon Coolpix P1100 Pricing and Availability
The Coolpix P1100 is priced slightly higher than its predecessor. While the P1000 debuted at $1,000, the P1100 will retail for $1,099.95 and is expected to be available by the end of February.
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