 Scott Griffin |
Using Wide Angle Lens with Nikon CoolPix 950 I currently own a Nikon CoolPix 950, which I have found to be a very competent camera. However, in my job, there has been one major problem with this camera. Taking wide angle photos of large buildings and of confined indoor areas has been a problem with the wide angle lens that I purchased for the camera. My main complaint is that in bright areas, it is impossible to see the LCD display, which is the only place to view the wide angle shots. I am looking for a good camera with wide angle capabilities, which has the ability to view wide angle shots through the view finder. Preferably, I would like a 2 megapixel or higher camera (3 megapixel would be better since I do print out on 8 x 11). I am willing to spend around $1,000. Two cameras which may have this ability are the Olympus C-2100 (can it support a wide angle lens?) and the HP Photosmart C912 (I am a little sketchy about HP cameras, since they do not have the reputation of other manufacturer's.) If you could give me some ideas, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
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Stewart J. Wilkins |
I wish I could help Scott out but I have pretty much the same question. I'm just making the transition to digital from 35mm and was about to go ahead and buy a Nikon 990 Coolpix, but was concerned that the lens is equivalent to, I guess, 38mm. As I do much real estate photography and have been getting all I need with my 28-80 thus far, I'm confused as to whether I'll need to get an additional lens for the 990; and if so, what kind? The websites I've visited seem confusing at best. Since Scott mentioned it, I'd prefer to go ahead and guarantee my capability to shoot buildings also. So I'm not sure if my question is the same as Scott's, or a separate one. :-) All I do know, unfortunately Scott, is that I haven't helped you out. Sorry. Thanks in advance to anybody who can offer some guidance. I, too, want to stay in the $1000.00 range. My best,
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Morgan W. Bird |
I'll try to answer both these questions, if I can. I work at a camera store, so I get to play with digital cameras all day. To answer Scott's question, I believe Olympus's higher end models (3000 and 3030) can both take wide angle adapters, which I'm sure you can order from the Olympus website. Offhand, I don't know which cameras have the widest built in lens, but I'll look in to it. To answer Stew's question, all of the cameras in Nikon's 900 series (900, 950, 990) accept Nikon's filters and converters. Any of Nikon's accessories can be ordered directly from Nikon, or at any Ritz camera store.
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Stewart J. Wilkins |
Morgan, Thank you very much. I appreciate the quick reply and information. I think I'll go with that Nikon after all. Stew
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Scott Griffin |
The Nikon Coolpix does have a wide angle attachment (about $100), but it is very difficult to use in real estate (I am a commercial appraiser). This is due to the fact that you must use the LCD display with the wide angle on, and any outdoor photo is difficult to see through the LCD display with any sun. I have found a camera that is 28mm equivalent without a wide angle attachment, and is a very good camera. The Kodak 4800 is a 3 megapixel camera, and it is under $1000 (I got mine for $620 - go to ZDnet.com and compare prices of various stores). [Editor: Or support this web site and use the BetterPhoto Shopping Tool.] I would not recommend the Nikon if you are going to take a lot of outdoor photos with a wide angle. YOU CANNOT see what you are viewing through the wide angle through the viewfinder.
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Schoeneck Howell |
Scott, As an inexpensive alternative to purchasing a new camera, you might want to take a look at the Extend-a-View product found at http://www.photosolve.com It provides a "light box" for the lcd in combination with a 2x magnifier. It listed the Nikon CoolPix 950 as a compatible camera. For $20 it might be worth checking out. I haven't purchased one myself, but I'm considering it ... Nick
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