Nikon 5900 looks good!

gootlah · 8th March 2005

I've just seen the Nikon CP5900 5.1MP compact digicam. Looks very fast and the screen look simply superb. The Grip provides a very secure hold on the camera. The GUI looks simple and clear. I'm not sure about the output, as I don't own a SD card.

Was quote around $600. Anyone have a better offer? Anyone bought it yet?

espn · 8th March 2005

Yes, this camera is seriously good, the AF speed at wide-max zoom is FAST. Unbelievably blazingly fast, even in macro mode.

The shutter release was also fast enough to capture some images whilst I was in a car. The large 2" screen also provide ample viewing space for those old folks (like me

) who can't see clearly anymore.

GUI is simple and navigational from the command dial located right on top of the right side of the camera where the shutter is, there are various modes as like the Canon A series and also the face priority mode that focuses on faces.

The best part is for a 5MP camera, it's RRP is $699!!!! Can't wait till IT show to see if I should get one!!!

5900

gootlah · 8th March 2005

Which would you get?? A new 5900 5MP or a 2nd hand Sony 828 8MP at good price. It's really tempting to get both... hee, but I'm afraid that the 828 doesn't have much resale value.

espn · 8th March 2005

828 too bulky for me, I'm aiming at something smaller that can be brought easily around for snapshots, so the 5900 would be my choice. Just wished it used CF though

AJ23 · 8th March 2005

Originally Posted by espn

828 too bulky for me, I'm aiming at something smaller that can be brought easily around for snapshots, so the 5900 would be my choice. Just wished it used CF though

What u waiting for?

U had it coming.

* psst, SD card's price now dropping like rock, SD 1GB cheaper than CF's 1GB.

jnet6 · 8th March 2005

Originally Posted by espn

Yes, this camera is seriously good, the AF speed at wide-max zoom is FAST. Unbelievably blazingly fast, even in macro mode.

The shutter release was also fast enough to capture some images whilst I was in a car. The large 2" screen also provide ample viewing space for those old folks (like me ) who can't see clearly anymore.

GUI is simple and navigational from the command dial located right on top of the right side of the camera where the shutter is, there are various modes as like the Canon A series and also the face priority mode that focuses on faces.

The best part is for a 5MP camera, it's RRP is $699!!!! Can't wait till IT show to see if I should get one!!!

5900

i will test out the cam in the IT show....

Astin · 8th March 2005

Originally Posted by AJ23

* psst, SD card's price now dropping like rock, SD 1GB cheaper than CF's 1GB.

Different speed lah, but anyway dont tell espn.....

ST_sg · 8th March 2005

Originally Posted by Astin

anyway dont tell espn.....

gootlah · 10th March 2005

Anyone bought the camera yet?? Might go down tomorrow to get it.

Price $649 + 512MB + Gym bag + ABC123 photography ebook + mini tripod + LCD Protector

MrRabbit · 13th March 2005

Was down at the IT show today and tried out the 5900.. i must say it blew me away.. it's solid, it's fast!! and the picture quality seems alright.. macro is nice at 4cm.. flash doesn't overpower..

And the video mode is 640x480 at 30fps!!! I wonder what i can do w 1 gb card..

Was hesitating too much, now that the IT show's over, can anyone tell me where the best deal for this camera is? seems like a lot of shops dont carry this model.. the only one that has it don't have the Blue colour..

anybody knows what's better than this for ard $600?

espn · 13th March 2005

Hehee.. keep a look out, I should be able to get the same deal as IT Show, if not slightly less freebies. I left early today, didn't stay till 9, but I believe there should be stock left still

Luval · 13th March 2005

Forget about the sony 828 lah.. which one did you think fits your hand in the first place.. nad further more you can compare with these 2 difference kind of brand .. i major in electronic and the other .. CAMERA... so which one do you think it is good engh for you now lah..

Nikon or sony ... Nikon rulez...

jnet6 · 13th March 2005

Wat.... MO again...?

MrRabbit · 14th March 2005

Originally Posted by jnet6

Wat.... MO again...?

yay.. MO for 5900.. or can i js pluck it off d shelf from LORDs?

ESPN, mind letting me know how's the post-IT-Show deal like? I'll take it if it's the same promo.. actually, i prefer it cheaper w/o all the ding dongs accessories...

Oh yeah, can anybody think of a better cam at this price? i downgraded from D70... so hv high expectations.. hehe..

8th March 2005	#1
gootlah Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 661	Nikon 5900 looks good! I've just seen the Nikon CP5900 5.1MP compact digicam. Looks very fast and the screen look simply superb. The Grip provides a very secure hold on the camera. The GUI looks simple and clear. I'm not sure about the output, as I don't own a SD card. Was quote around $600. Anyone have a better offer? Anyone bought it yet?

13th March 2005	#13
jnet6 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: not here often anymore Posts: 6,259	Wat.... MO again...? __________________ Tamron lenses sale... I'll be away till 1st week of Dec09, so keep your PM coming in. thanks!

8th March 2005	#2
espn Deregistered Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Planet Nikon Posts: 22,045	Yes, this camera is seriously good, the AF speed at wide-max zoom is FAST. Unbelievably blazingly fast, even in macro mode. The shutter release was also fast enough to capture some images whilst I was in a car. The large 2" screen also provide ample viewing space for those old folks (like me ) who can't see clearly anymore. GUI is simple and navigational from the command dial located right on top of the right side of the camera where the shutter is, there are various modes as like the Canon A series and also the face priority mode that focuses on faces. The best part is for a 5MP camera, it's RRP is $699!!!! Can't wait till IT show to see if I should get one!!! 5900

10th March 2005	#9
gootlah Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 661	Anyone bought the camera yet?? Might go down tomorrow to get it. Price $649 + 512MB + Gym bag + ABC123 photography ebook + mini tripod + LCD Protector

13th March 2005	#10
MrRabbit New Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 43	Was down at the IT show today and tried out the 5900.. i must say it blew me away.. it's solid, it's fast!! and the picture quality seems alright.. macro is nice at 4cm.. flash doesn't overpower.. And the video mode is 640x480 at 30fps!!! I wonder what i can do w 1 gb card.. Was hesitating too much, now that the IT show's over, can anyone tell me where the best deal for this camera is? seems like a lot of shops dont carry this model.. the only one that has it don't have the Blue colour.. anybody knows what's better than this for ard $600?

13th March 2005	#12
Luval Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: East Posts: 1,383	Forget about the sony 828 lah.. which one did you think fits your hand in the first place.. nad further more you can compare with these 2 difference kind of brand .. i major in electronic and the other .. CAMERA... so which one do you think it is good engh for you now lah.. Nikon or sony ... Nikon rulez...