The D7000 SLR Digital Camera (Body Only) from Nikon
is the ideal camera for those who want the best that Nikon has to offer
without jumping into the ring (and price range) of professional DSLRs.
It is a powerful, durable, well-designed camera that takes incredible
photos and is also geared for those who want to shoot high quality video
with a level of control not found in other mid-class DSLRs.
The
16.2MP DX-Format CMOS sensor works together with Nikon's EXPEED 2 image
processor to produce extremely detailed images with rich tones and
smooth gradations. The EXPEED 2, designed by Nikon, enables faster
processing of images, reduced power consumption, improved
noise-reduction and better color reproduction. And by expanding the ISO
sensitivity range to a 25600 ISO equivalent, low-light photography is
more detailed and fast -moving subjects can be captured with more
accuracy and less blur.
The D7000 offers a customizable
39-point AF system with nine center cross-type sensors for accurate and
extremely fast autofocus across the entire sensor. The AF system works
in collaboration with an incredible metering system. The 2016-pixel RGB
sensor with a 3D color matrix is able to recognize a subject's shape and
position for improved AF tracking as well as an optimized Scene
Recognition System which better controls exposure, white balance and
iTTL flash.
Accurate it is, but fast too. With a start-up time of
0.13 seconds, 50 milliseconds lag time and 6 frames per second burst
shooting up to 100 shots you should never miss a shot. The 3.0" 921k-dot
LCD with 170º display offers crisp image playback and precise Live View
when shooting movies. The pentaprism optical viewfinder is bright and
covers 100% of the frame. And putting the D7000 a notch above its
competitors is its pro-like durability including weather and dust
sealing, a magnesium-alloy top and rear covers and a shutter system that
has been rated to over 150,000 cycles. Also, the built-in Speedlight
flash with iTTL and Wireless Commander makes it possible to trigger up
to 8 off-camera flashes using the D7000.
Nikon calls the D7000, "a
new class of Nikon camera", which refers mostly to this camera's
ability to shoot pro-grade Full HD 1080p video. Manual exposure control
and full-time continuous autofocus offer the kind of image
control that sets this camera above other DSLRs. You're able to shoot
in cinema quality 24fps or Internet-friendly 720p at 30fps - up to 20
minutes per clip. To enhance your production, utilize an optional
wireless or hot shoe mounted microphone using the stereo mic input
and when you're done shooting, there's an HDMI output for easy
connection to your HDTV.
With video or stills, the D7000 records
to reliable and easy-to-use SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards. And the camera
has twin memory card slots - meaning there's no need to change media
mid-shoot. Just move onto the second card without interruption or
organize your videos onto one card and your stills on another.
The
D7000 also offers creative and assistive features like Picture Control
system. Choose from scene settings like vivid, monochrome, and
landscape. You can also utilize scene modes with names like child,
close-up, and night portrait. And Active D-Lighting optimizes high
contrast images to restore the shadow and highlight details that are
often lost with strong lighting. Other creative controls include
in-camera RAW image processing and the ability to add in special effects
like fisheye and miniature effect. A Virtual Horizon Graphic Indicator
allows you to place a grid image over the scene you are shooting in
order to guarantee straight lines when shooting architecture and
landscapes.
The Nikon D7000 is an elegant, compact DSLR with
features that put it at the top of its class and a price-tag that will
save you money toward the purchase of one of the great 60-plus NIKKOR
lenses with which it is compatible.
