Nikon Coolpix P510 Review - Giant Zoom!
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- Nikon Coolpix P510 Review
The Super Zoom wars are ever-expanding as manufacturers strive to produce digital cameras with the biggest possible optical zooms in this solar system. Yes, in the digital camera world, size does matter, and the Nikon Coolpix P510 is currently the most well endowed model with its obscene 42x optical zoom lens. Continue reading: tchno.be/I8UulG
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Yes I do agree with you. the Night videos are really amazing! totally noiseless...
Shutter Authority lol
It is 2023 and I'm using this camera to learn 😅 it was my moms
Same….starting today…was also my moms 😅
Also starting today. Also my moms lol
Haha same, it was my dad's.
Just got mine from my mum, buying a charger and a few spare batteries to get started.
Just got mine from a coworker!! This thing rocks!!
The "heat wave" effect is a natural phenomenom called mirage, with rising heat causing image distortion. It is just that the higher zoom picks up the mirage.
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Yes you can! In the video menu you can set autofocus mode for single AF or continuos AF. I use single AF as it does not continuously try to focus thus sometimes losing focus. With single AF you can focus yourself and the focus stays fixed.
I gotta admit, this review is just BEAST !
very very great job, man
Actually, at long distances and with such level of zooooom, light refraction through the air should be more noticeable since it always happens, even if ambient temperature is, say *medium*... so that "heatwave effect" is just that and probably nothing to do with zoom mechanics.
I got this camera, no complaints, I really love. Also I have a Canon EOS T3i and most of my best pictures are taken with my Nikon p510
Hahaha that ending was epic! This was my first time watching one of your videos and I'm so glad I did. you mix humor with facts perfectly and I loved it! Thank you for being you.
fantastic thorough review
Plz. don't dislike the video if you don't like the product, The likes are for the review/ reviewer not for the the product, I think there is nothing to dislike about reviewer!
BY FAR, the BEST camera review I've seen yet. My problem w/this camera is that the zoom doesn't work in movie mode. I also don't get sound in some settings. Any help is greatly appreciated. Gracias, amigo.
work trust me .... maybe your photo device is hurt ...or don't work good
Nice review, nice camera, nice Beatles mug. Big thumbs up.
I’ve had this camera for years and haven’t been able to figure out how to do a multiple exposure shots. I’m pretty sure the programming is there, I just don’t know where to find it in the menu.
love your reviews
I had this camera and loved it I'd like to get back into taking photos again what would you recommend now in present day In a similar price range but better picture quality.
ok so im trying to decide on this camera or another one i have a coupld of points that i wanna get out there.
1 if your basing your camera on taking video y not get a VIDEO camera
2 if you wana get a gps go get a GPS
3 most of the features you spoke about in the video are comparable to a dlsr and once again if you wana dlsr get one
4 if your planning on shooting at zoom levels with video of course its going to become out of focus
This camera would be verry good in my opinion for taking pictures
I followed your advice, finally. I went back to Black's and they exchanged my Nikon for the Canon. I am waiting for my battery to be charged to see how good a move it was ! Thanks :)
Interested in this camera but need good video capability for videoing aircraft. Up to the task or not ? The zoom sounds noisy in action on other reviews but the main concern is loss of focus on zoom in / out , no good when trying to capture a 380 airbus coming toward you from a mile away, or are the reviews harsh ?
2023 looks nice I’m leading photography with a canon t6i and now I want this too
i've had this camera about a week and i love it, but it's not without it's flaws .. he's right about the autofocus, but depends what you want out of it, i mean, i use the manual focus on everything, using the side toggle, press center button to get a close up of you subject, quickly focus, snap picture, you can quickly and intuitively adjust the shutter speed and aperture on the fly, a utilitarian 'slide' indicates 'correct' exposure .. the zoom is a bit clunky in it's operation, when ..
He was just giving us an example. He said the same problem occurred in all of his tests, which means not just that one. You should check the beginning of the video where he films the boat because you can see there it still happens.
Bought on last year to take to St. Thomas got some great pictures. It's worth every dime
Hi Mike, any test of the Sony Cyber Shot DSC-HX200V 18.2 Mega Pixel H Series 30x Optical Zoom coming in the works.
Keen to learn how you think it stacks up against the Nikon, Canon & Panasonic Super Zooms !
What's your thoughts about shooting coins with the 510? Especially dimes? Can you use macro mode while zoomed in? I'm pretty confident you can just asking. I have this cam on my list. An entry level DSLR with a macro lens will set me back $700 + or -.
I'm waiting for the Sony camera review. When do you think it will be available? Regards.
I use this camera alot whenever i film. It's a great camera but the auto focus is like filming while drunk and high at the same time. The low light sensitivity is too much for the camera to manage, but it's a great camera, no doubt. Depending on the camera from Sony, both NIkon and Sony have their ups and downs. Honestly I feel like Canon has the best cameras, but that's just me. Still it is a great camera.
I actually just got this camera too, in the viewpoint video I have the focus goes blurry once the front of the camera is fully extended. why is that?
Just replaced my broken L820 with the p510, nice review.
thanks for the review Mike...I was seriously considering buying this , but now I'm not so keen...especially seeing that it has only an eight second exposure limit...i do lot's of night photography...what would you recommend as the best buy for cameras in this class?
Hi Mike, I want to buy long zoom camera . which is the best in Video and Image quality.
among this Sony HX200V, Nikon P510 Canon SX40.i don't want to go with FZ150.
Please Do Reply..Thank you.
You haven't mentioned about the battery. How long does it last on a single charge in exclusive image mode and in video shooting modes (separately)? Where does p510 stand when compared to hx100v & 200v in terms of battery?
Is this a good camera for me to get if I'm a beginner? If not do you have any suggestions?
Thanks. I think I'll go back to Black's and try to exchange it. Does it take good short movies ? I want to take it to India. I would love the raw shooting ! I miss it with this coolpix.
What is the actual aperture in p510. Over the lens, it shows 3-5.9 and in manual mode, it shows 3-8. I don't understand.
is the nikon d5100 worth to get?
is it good for low light photography ??? please comment as i have bought several digi cam , but i am not able to click good night pictures
i want to buy one but i am not sure if i go for canon sx40 or sony hx200v ,nikon p510 please help me chosse the better one thanks
i found a single dead pixel ont he LCD of my new DSLR, worth exhcnaging it?
Wow amazing beginning
great review. the problem at the GPS might be related to a problem on that specific camera or area, These things happen.
witch is the best super zoom camera ?, canon, sony, fuji, Nikon, panasonic ?
Pretty sure that at 6:16 you're seeing CMOS jello, not the OIS at play. Very common failing with this type of sensor.
At 6:10 you mention a "heat wave effect" being caused by the IS. You do realize that at 1000mm focal length, it is very rare to have a clear enough day to take a sharp shot at infinity, and that these heat waves are actually caused by the atmosphere?
is that in new jersey? that looks like this lake by my aunts house.
Watching this in 2022!!!
Love the Beatles mug!!!!!! And the camera. Just going to say its a great camera from personal experience.
Is this good for a beginer photagrapher i just want to slowly get into photography and i dont want a dlsr
hey..how to use the GPS in this camera... After switching the RECORD GPS to ON.. then what to do..? the GPS icon shows 3 bars..
hey Mike, Please tell me which camera is best for pics and vids from following cams
Canon SX40IS, Nikon P510, Sony HX200V Please do reply i asked this question some days ago but you didn't reply.
Great review, nailed the auto focus issue. I'm pretty happy with all else.
I did what you suggest and I still can't focus on close objects ! What do I do wrong ?
Looking for a cam for numismatic imaging. Currently using a Fuji S3280 with a CCD sensor. I'm curious if the CMOS sensor will make a huge difference?
I am a noob at camera (have NO knowledge about cameras and photography whatsoever), and would like to buy a camera to take family and outdoors pictures with. It doesn't have to be DSLR, but it has to be much better than my phone's camera for me to buy it. Which one would you recommend? I think that this one is kind of nice, but I have no knowledge of cameras, so I need help.
hey youtubers could you help me. would you recommend this camera to take pictures and videos of cars?
would you recommend this camera for a concert and/or filming videos for youtube (like beauty gurus things coz you said the focus is bad :/) ?? :) thx for the review!!!
I have a sx30 is, is this a good replacement, or should i go for sx40 hs?
Would you reccomend this, the Canon Powershot SX40 or the Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ150
Sir we can use this camera to take a short flims....
Hey here,
i am considering getting this camera, mostly for its movie functions. but before i get it i need to know the following things: 1.does the camera have a full manual mode (shutter speed, iso and apeture) 2.does the 720p @ 60fps High speed look decent and look the same as 720p@30fps in normal HD mode.
thanks
How do u extend the time for the videos so i can record longer videos? i only lets me do 25sec only
I'm deciding between this camera and the Canon Poweshot sx50. My last camera was 18x while good I would like to find something with more zoom that still takes great photos. Zoom is important as I am disabled and I love to photograph wildlife and nature. Also would like a camera that can do depth of field shots and that is good in low light situations. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated. Thx
i have the same cam but not able to change the iso.......pls tell me how to change iso in the camera pls pls pls
@jon4lakers is this the same size as the Nikon Coolpix P500???
Nikon P310 or Sony 200 or Sony-DSC-HX200V ? I need to shoot photos and videos. A friend told that this model has some autofocus problems.
One question, ca u upload vids from the camera to TH-cam? Or do you have to put it on a computer
Low shutter speed then is it for night?
I really like canon cameras but only DSLR, so, thinking about cool compact camera with great image quality - please think about Sony HX200V... or just Panasonic...
video cameras of 300 euros are shit compered to nikon p510 if you are taking videos.
Believe me.This camera is fine for videos.
Hye, All I am looking for is image quality, this one is 16MP and the Canon HS50
has only 12MP, do you know if the pixels on the Nikon really make a difference?
Is there any point-and-shoot camera which has a manual zoom control, like the ones available in DSLRs? I don't want to go and buy a DSLR yet as I'm an amateur photographer but I do want manual zoom control as this t and w control isn't that good.
You should try taking more video's but not at a hockey game with marked up glass that gave the auto focus too many things to focus on. In My experience at hockey games all cameras struggle with the auto focus when there is glass or plexy in between you and the action you are trying to film. For trial runs try a football game or Basketball, any sport or fast paced action without filming trough anything unless you are willing to manual focus.
which is better choice nikon P510 or sony HX200v thanks.
I am looking to buy this or Sony NEX-F3 what is best?
The canon sx40 or this camera? and why, please help me I don't know what to do ):
is this camera nikon coolpix P510 good for taking pictures in sports hall - basketball games?
I can't decide which one to buy..Canon Sx40 or Nikon P510. Anyone has any advice? Pls.
Awesome review very in depth thabk you alot! :D
can you tell me how to conect this camra to smart phone please
Should I buy this one or the canon powershot sx50 hs?????
My friend has the Same camera and it shoots 4K what camera is this
can we stop the autofocus function for video recording ???
plz reply fast
excellent review....onliy one for p510
What about the sony HX200V? how come its not on ur list?
Which one should I get. The p510 or the nikon D4. HELP!!
I miss this camera.
is there any other way to use Extra Flash other than flash available on Nikon P510?
with my Panasonic Lumix FZ 150 with only a charged battery I make about 900 photos and about 2,30 hours in videos mode - so having 2 battery you can work all the time you need to finish every thing you are recording .
I don't see continuous I see "FULLTIME". I tried that and still when zoomed in fully on video its blurry.
What is your opinion vs the Canon SX50 HS?
Which one is better this or sony cybershot Hx200v?
@ jon4lakers
what video camera would you recommend that is under $300
how easy is it to take 3d pictures? I'm interested in this mode
You're a great reviewer.
Nikon P520< Fuji SL 1000( 50X) < Canon SX 50< sONY DSC HX300. For me the best is now Sony with 1300 mm but in past I was dreaming about Canon..I wonder what Olympus and Nikon will do - because they stay far away back in the lens competition. One good thing is that Nikon P510 and 520 got very very good filming mode. But not ultrasonic motor or couldn't take on filters :(
how fast does it take pictures at its fastest ?
im watching ur video instead of the manual :) so much better
Can you please do a review of the SONY DSC-HX200V, please. Thanks
Does this camera take good action shots
Actually there is nothing wrong with the camera in the Video mode. If you use a memory Card that is of Class 6 or less, then the video image gets out of focus every 20 or 30 seconds. But f you use Class 10 SDHC Memory card then the periodic blurring disappears. Please try that and if you agree, remove the comments about blurring in the video mode from your review.
It took me forever too, make sure you change the dial on top to either one of the M A S P (Manual, Shutter, and etc...) go to menu and continue down settings till u see ISO sensitivity...your welcome