CP4500 Users

Freed · 20th March 2003

CP4500 Users, why did you buy this camera?

What do you like about it and not like about it?

I know there are reviews at www.dpreview.com but would like to hear about it from clubsnap users.

Is it advisable to get this camera now as it is almost 1 yr old?

Nikon have previously released this sviwel design digicam yearly, starting from 900s in 1998, 950 in 1999, 990 in 2000, 995 in 2001, and then 4500 in 2002. Will they release an updated version this year anytime soon?

I know no one probably have any insider information, but what do you all think? Is the announcement of the 3 digicam at PMA this year all for Nikon's new line of digicam this year? Or will there be more to be released later in the year?

Thanks

tualan · 21st March 2003

The 9xx, 4500 series has been a love affair for me. The swivel design makes it easy to shoot candids. Most of my subjects are unaware you are taking their picture.
Another great design is the internal focusing, making easy to attach teleconverters, monoscope, fisheyes.
The manual controls are there to get you the perfect shot. An external cable allows you to hook to most professional flash system. I even hooked it to my giant Metz 64 hammerhead.
It is capable of focusing even in dim lights. Most pictures I took during a wedding dinner were surprisingly sharp.
I paid $980 for the 4500, cheap compared to the 2mp 940 which was first sold for >$1600.
But all cameras has it quirks, you need post processing to get the best out of the 4500. Manual distance control is next to useless. Batteries runs flat fast, so you'll need at least 3 sets. Bracketing is needed for tricky lightings, otherwise you'll get clipped highlights. I hope a better successor to the 4500 will be released, that will be great.

Picture taken with Coolpix 940

Freed · 21st March 2003

The Nikon site states batteries last for 100 mins... but it is seldom true. How long can it lasts or how many shots can uou take with it on the average.

3 batteries for a day of shooting?

And how much does the battery costs?

Need to do all the research on this before I can commit to buying

Thanks

tualan · 22nd March 2003

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Originally posted by Freed
The Nikon site states batteries last for 100 mins... but it is seldom true. How long can it lasts or how many shots can uou take with it on the average.

3 batteries for a day of shooting?

Thanks

Batteries life? Really depends on how you shoot. I prefer my camera to be ready at all time, no turning on and off to save batteries. I used 2 batteries each shooting session so it is uncomfortable to know I am down to the last one. As many have stated, there is no such thing as a perfect camera. If your final decision hinges on issues like battery life and their costs, there are other issues you may like to include for your final consideration, like camera noise, raw mode, focus etc etc. Best is to visit www.dpreview.com to get all your doubts cleared.

cloud79 · 23rd March 2003

Just wondering in this cam, is the writing to to CF card slow?

tualan · 24th March 2003

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Originally posted by cloud79
Just wondering in this cam, is the writing to to CF card slow?

No complaints. I am also using the old and slow SanDisk card. An important consideration for me is that the camera must be fun and easy to use. The Coolpix twists series fit the bill. Right now I am having a lot of fun attaching a 8x monoscope.

Here is one taken in Labrador park, apparently this is the place for wedding sunsets picts. Taken handheld by resting the camera on the railing and shooting waist level. Picture quality is crap with cheap kenko lens and high iso. Hopefully I can afford a better scope the next time.

Device maker: NIKON
Device model: E4500
ISO level: 400
Exposure time: 1/512s
F Number : 5.7

20th March 2003	#1
Freed Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Northern Singapore Posts: 303	Nikon/ CP4500 Users CP4500 Users, why did you buy this camera? What do you like about it and not like about it? I know there are reviews at www.dpreview.com but would like to hear about it from clubsnap users. Is it advisable to get this camera now as it is almost 1 yr old? Nikon have previously released this sviwel design digicam yearly, starting from 900s in 1998, 950 in 1999, 990 in 2000, 995 in 2001, and then 4500 in 2002. Will they release an updated version this year anytime soon? I know no one probably have any insider information, but what do you all think? Is the announcement of the 3 digicam at PMA this year all for Nikon's new line of digicam this year? Or will there be more to be released later in the year? Thanks Last edited by Freed; 20th March 2003 at 05:54 AM.

21st March 2003	#2
tualan New Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 35	The 9xx, 4500 series has been a love affair for me. The swivel design makes it easy to shoot candids. Most of my subjects are unaware you are taking their picture. Another great design is the internal focusing, making easy to attach teleconverters, monoscope, fisheyes. The manual controls are there to get you the perfect shot. An external cable allows you to hook to most professional flash system. I even hooked it to my giant Metz 64 hammerhead. It is capable of focusing even in dim lights. Most pictures I took during a wedding dinner were surprisingly sharp. I paid $980 for the 4500, cheap compared to the 2mp 940 which was first sold for >$1600. But all cameras has it quirks, you need post processing to get the best out of the 4500. Manual distance control is next to useless. Batteries runs flat fast, so you'll need at least 3 sets. Bracketing is needed for tricky lightings, otherwise you'll get clipped highlights. I hope a better successor to the 4500 will be released, that will be great. Picture taken with Coolpix 940

23rd March 2003	#5
cloud79 New Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 43	Just wondering in this cam, is the writing to to CF card slow?