[~ Sanam Khan ~]

Introduction


By all accounts, Nikon has a great year in 2011, topping both the DSLR and compact camera charts. The former came via the Nikon D3100, the company's entry-level offering which features a 14.2 million pixel sensor and offered a great "in" for those looking to get serious about their photography.
After launching two new models at the very top of its line-up already this year, Nikon has now refreshed its beginner offering with the D3200, although interestingly not by replacing the D3100, but by introducing a new camera to sit alongside it.



Nikon says that it will continue to market and sell the D3100, offering customers the choice between a budget model, and a more sophisticated option in the D3200.
There's lots of interesting technology crammed into the relatively small body of the D3200, including things which have trickled down from its more expensive bodies. Those include features such as the Expeed 3 processing engine, which promises to deliver quicker processing times, low noise and different frame rates for the full HD video recording.



A number of other improvements have been made to the camera, including slight ergonomic upgrades in the form of newly added buttons and an enhanced rear LCD screen.
But it is course that 24.2 million pixel sensor which is likely to be the most headline grabbing feature, coming just weeks after the unveiling of its other high resolution camera, the Nikon D800 (with 36 million pixels).

Resolution

Coming from a company that used to profess that 12 million pixels was "enough", it's likely that some will scoff at the upping in pixel count, but Nikon is keen to point out the cropping potential that such a high resolution offers. This means that for users who are unlikely to invest in a second, longer focal length range, they can crop into images post-capture and still retain a large enough pixel count for high quality images.Aiming itself so squarely at the entry level user, improvements made to the Guide Mode are something Nikon is understandably keen to shout about. On this model, new guides including "Reds in Sunsets" have been added, which, along with the original guides, is designed to guide users to the best possible image quality without necessarily having to have a huge amount of photographic knowledge.
Helpfully, the updated guide now has more reference images which change as the settings are adjusted to show the typical impact.



Another feature which is likely to appeal to the intended target audience, is the option to purchase an additional Wi-Fi adapter, the WU-1A, which connects the camera to smart phones and tablets for remote shooting and uploading images to social networking sites.
A number of retouch options have been included in the camera, including the capability to straighten and crop images and add digital art filters after the shot has been taken.

Build, Quality & Handling
The D3200 takes the lead from its predecessor, but has a few improvements to ergonomics which are very helpful to the everyday shooter.
While there are limited number of direct control buttons on the D3200, commonly used functions (such as ISO), can be accessed via the "i" quick menu button on the back of the camera.
Although obviously quite a small camera, the large grip provides a good amount of purchase, while the weight of it (when combined with the standard 18-55mm kit lens) is heavy enough to give the D3200 the feel of a quality piece of kit.




The camera feels robust enough to withstand minor knocks and scrapes, although it obviously doesn't have the higher quality of build of its bigger, more expensive brothers in the line-up.
New buttons include a dedicated Live View button, a welcome and sensible addition for novice users who may be used to shooting via an LCD if they have come from a compact or compact system camera background.

Another new addition is a dedicated movie record button, which can be found conveniently located next to the shutter release. Again, this is a sensible idea for the intended audience, who are unlikely to want to spend time fiddling about with dials and menus to reach movie record mode.


LCD

Nikon has improved the screen for the D3200, bringing it up to 921,000 dots from the D3100's 230k dot offering. The screen is very clear and bright, and offers a good angle of view from a variety of different shooting positions.

Guide mode

The improvements made to the Guide menu have made the process of shooting high quality images easier, while also managing to impart some knowledge to the photographer using it.




For example, when using the new "Reds in Sunsets" mode, the camera will guide the user through altering white balance, meaning that eventually the user may come to use the camera independently, without the need for such help.
Nikon already claims that the Guide feature has been very well received by its users, and we can't see that changing for the new model, and it's great that these guides have been written in plain English, as well as referencing the photographic terms for educational purposes.

Performance

As we only had the opportunity to spend time with a pre-production version of the camera, we are unable to share any images taken with the D3200, and we have also been unable to examine any images shot at 100% on a computer screen.
However, initial impressions of the camera's performance are good, and we think this camera is likely to appeal to novice shooters, while also containing a few features that enthusiasts will also appreciate.
Autofocus acquisition was quick in the majority of cases during our time with the camera, even in low light situations.




In areas of low contrast, or very low light, the autofocus did struggle a little, but overall we were impressed by its performance and will be keen to put this through its paces further when we get a full production sample in for review.
It's worth bearing in mind that autofocus is slower when using Live View, which may frustrate some shooters who are used to the quick speeds of compact cameras.
Shooting using the auto white balance setting, the camera seemed to do a good job of measuring the scene to produce accurate results. Noise when shooting at high sensitivities also seemed to be low. It's worth remembering however that these conclusions come from quickly examining images on the rear LCD and we will of course be keen to put it to further inspection.





Early Verdict

Nikon has delivered an entry-level camera with real photographic punch. Borrowing elements from its more expensive siblings, the D3200 should appeal to a large section of would-be photographers.



Obviously, it's difficult to fully evaluate a camera without being able to access image quality, but early indications are pretty positive. The introduction of a 24 million pixel sensor is something that many people are likely to get excited about, and we'll be keen to see what it can deliver in the real world.


It's clear that Nikon is aiming for total domination of the camera market, something which it is already seemingly delivering on. By not directly replacing the D3100, but instead offering a more premium option, Nikon has widened its range and appeal and perhaps is shrewdly tapping into even more customers.
The only slight reservation we have at this point is how Nikon will educate consumers of the benefits of the 24-million pixel sensor. We also can't help but wonder if the Nikon 1 V1 and J1 compact system cameras will begin to cannibalise the sales of entry level Nikon DSLRs, but time will tell if this becomes the case.
Overall, we are impressed by the D3200 and are very much looking forward to properly putting it through its paces when the time comes

 

[~wish munda~]

inna sara read nai kia lekin jo kia us say laga is awesome
u really love photography ?

 

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Tere Dil Main Meri Sanso Ko Panah Mil Jaey
Tere Ishq Main Meri Jaan Fana Ho Jaey

[~ Sanam Khan ~]

Originally Posted by ~wish munda~

inna sara read nai kia lekin jo kia us say laga is awesome
u really love photography ?

It's Beyond Awesom3 ..
Yeah I've A Craz3 Ov Photographi , Tho I Have It's Previous Model Too
Which Iz D3100 ..

Thanks WishoO'z !!

 

[(¯`·._.·[FåIтH]·._.·´¯)]

wow yara Sanamahh

nd woh tuh nazar aata how much u love But some day show us your telent :P capture some nature :P

 

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WaNna hug yOu

[~ Sanam Khan ~]

Originally Posted by (¯`·._.·[FåIтH]·._.·´¯)

wow yara Sanamahh

nd woh tuh nazar aata how much u love But some day show us your telent :P capture some nature :P

Thank Yew Faith !!

&& Yeah .. Bus Time Mile & Exam Se Free Huke Zuroor =P

 

[(¯`·._.·[FåIтH]·._.·´¯)]

Originally Posted by ღOº ₰ ἇ ₦ ἇ M ºOღ

Thank Yew Faith !!

&& Yeah .. Bus Time Mile & Exam Se Free Huke Zuroor =P

ufff ftumhare exam kbhi khtm hongy :O

 

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WaNna hug yOu

[~ Sanam Khan ~]

Originally Posted by (¯`·._.·[FåIтH]·._.·´¯)

ufff ftumhare exam kbhi khtm hongy :O

Is Month Ke Baad , Sabar Rakhen =P

 

[AFghani_Laila]

Niceeeee :O

 

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[(¯`·._.·[FåIтH]·._.·´¯)]

Originally Posted by ღOº ₰ ἇ ₦ ἇ M ºOღ

Is Month Ke Baad , Sabar Rakhen =P

bus every tym same dialogue

at :P

 

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WaNna hug yOu

[~ Sanam Khan ~]

Originally Posted by (¯`·._.·[FåIтH]·._.·´¯)

bus every tym same dialogue

at :P

Haha! Mene Kab Dialouge Mara =P Huh!
Chup Hujaow Huh!