Nikon launches the entry level D3200.......with a 24MP sensor!!

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More details here:

http://www.dpreview.com/news/2012/04/19/Nikon-D3200-with-WiFi-Option

If this is the same sensor as in the NEX7 and A77 it is not as good in low light as the 16MP sensor previously used. Considering a lot of people seem to get low end dSLRs for improved low light image performance and autofocusing, I don't know why they Nikon did not use the latest version of the 16MP sensor. Most will be using lower end lenses which are not wide aperture anyway and it will test the limits of anything but perfect glass IMHO.

I suppose this will make a relatively cheap camera if you are interested in landscape photography!!:p

Here are sample pictures with the kit lens:

http://imaging.nikon.com/lineup/dslr/d3200/sample.htm
 
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Interesting choice, Nikon have gone MP mad in some respects. Maybe they think this gives a compelling entry level option which out specs the competition with a new D5200 with lower res and better low light performance as an upgrade.

The accompanying 28 f/1.8 prime is actually far more exciting to me, I expect it to be on a par with the 50 and 85 f/1.8 G primes and hence very good indeed. Long overdue and I rather want one...
 
I'm intrigued by the wifi adapter for it.
lets you upload photos to your phone as well as remote viewing and shutter control.

going to have a look at this sample images as I wonder if the kit lens is the weak link when combined with 24mp

as far as i can tell, it does not have exposure bracketing which will probably put me off this as it's a feature i would like to have when I get round to replacing the D40.

oddly this appears to sit alongside the 3100 instead of a replacement and seems to be priced higher than the 5100.
 
CAT-THE-FIFTH said:
More details here:

http://www.dpreview.com/news/2012/04/19/Nikon-D3200-with-WiFi-Option

If this is the same sensor as in the NEX7 and A77 it is not as good in low light as the 16MP sensor previously used. Considering a lot of people seem to get low end dSLRs for improved low light image performance and autofocusing, I don't know why they Nikon did not use the latest version of the 16MP sensor. Most will be using lower end lenses which are not wide aperture anyway and it will test the limits of anything but perfect glass IMHO.

I suppose this will make a relatively cheap camera if you are interested in landscape photography!!:p

Here are sample pictures with the kit lens:

http://imaging.nikon.com/lineup/dslr/d3200/sample.htm
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Once dwnsampled to 16 mother 24mp exmoor Sony sensor is not so bad. Furthermore there is a high chance that Nikon have tweaked the sensor, giant 0.5-1 stops noise performance. Even if it the same as The Sony original it will still have better low light performance than the Canon 18mp sensors.


The reason Nikon did this is probably to make a big difference between the high-end compacts/bridge camera plus all the EVIL cameras and the entry level DSLRs. There is a clear marketing advantage for buying a D3200 rather than say a micro 4/3s camera.


I doubt many begginers will ever actually manage to get close to the 24mp though. One will need a very sturdy tripod, excellent prime lenses stopped down to optimal apertures, f/5.6 etc.
 
bigredshark said:
Interesting choice, Nikon have gone MP mad in some respects. Maybe they think this gives a compelling entry level option which out specs the competition with a new D5200 with lower res and better low light performance as an upgrade.

The accompanying 28 f/1.8 prime is actually far more exciting to me, I expect it to be on a par with the 50 and 85 f/1.8 G primes and hence very good indeed. Long overdue and I rather want one...
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The lens looks fantastic as a budget alternative to win. Both 24mm and 35mmf/1.4 primes.
 
Their budget cameras have come a long way since the d3000! If a similar bump to the d7000 ocurred perhaps with wifi built in, it might be hard to resist that functionality.

That 28mm is pretty much what I have been looking for too.
 
It doesn't seem that long ago since the d3100 came out, hopefully they'll keep it as small as the d3100 which is pretty small and light for a DSLR
 
D.P. said:
The lens looks fantastic as a budget alternative to win. Both 24mm and 35mmf/1.4 primes.
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The price is actually very interesting, RRP of $700 making it cheaper than the newly released Canon 28mm f/2.8. The canons offers IS, the Nikon a stops and 1/3rd aperture which is definitely preferably.

Given the prices of the newly released Canon 24-70mm, 70-200m, 200-400mm, 400mm f/2.8, 500mm f/4 and 600mm f/4 when will the urban myths about canon vs Nikon lens pricing come to an end?
 
I know higher end cameras have a longer shelf life, but I'm really surprised to see this before the D400. As long as it's not too expensive and easy to use I think the Wi-Fi module is a nice touch, although a neater design that could be left attached while shooting would be better.

One of the big appeals of mobile phone photography is being able to easily post images online within minutes of taking them. Hopefully this will tap into that.
 
Can't wait to see some reports about the new 28mm when it reaches people's hands. I've been finding it hard to justify the cost of the 35g after some hefty camera upgrades recently so this could be ideal.

The D3200 looks quite promising for an entry level model. I'm sure it will attract more people looking to get into photography who choose their first dslr mostly based upon how good something looks on paper. It certainly points to any possible D400 being very interesting.
 
The MP wars continues.

Looks nice but a few omissions primarily as it would start stepping on the toes of more expensive models.

The pricing would seem to confuse their line up up somewhat (3200/5100).

Will be interesting to hear user reviews which lets face it are really the only ones that matter.
 
For people getting into photography 24mp seems way too much!! How big would a raw image be? 40mb+? Why are nikon pushing the mp count? Am I missing out on something here?

And does this mean the d7000 will be on the upgrade wagon too?
 
Skynet-T800 said:
For people getting into photography 24mp seems way too much!! How big would a raw image be? 40mb+? Why are nikon pushing the mp count? Am I missing out on something here?

And does this mean the d7000 will be on the upgrade wagon too?
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I think they're pushing the mp count at the lower end as they've realised that many consumers looking for their first dslr will judge it primarily on paper specs rather than real world performance...something Canon has arguably exploited at the entry level for years.

I think the D7000 is due for replacement this year. Its replacement should be interesting as it's been an amazing camera for the price.
 
ive got one of these on order, will be with me in 2 weeks.

iam new to dslr photography and this will be my first slr and i realize megapixels are not whats not needed but i found it at under £600 with the 18-55mm lens so i figured hey ill check some reviews and it was classed as a great starting point
 
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