The Nikon Coolpix AW100

[Alaskan]

I just picked up a new camera for a snorkeling trip next month that has been a lot of fun with the reef so I figured Id let you all in on my thoughts.

So far the new Nikon AW100 has been a great camera I have only shot a couple hundred shots with it so far but I have been impressed. All the features that I have tried have worked as they claimed including the smiling faces mode, kinda fun. As for underwater shooting so far all I have done is snap shots in my tank and I will say that the macro feature does work great. All of the pictures that I have been taking have been nice and crisp and clear. I'm normally a DSLR shooter and until now and exclusive Canon guy, but I do like this little camera.

My only complaint is that the controls are a little cramped for me but thats easy to get over.

 

[Alaskan]

Here are a few pictures of my tank takin with the AW100 all of these pics are direct from the camera no editing of any kind.

 

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[shih87]

Wow! Thank you for sharing. Your pictures proof it is a good camera that quality meet I expectation, but how many times you have tried in tank shooting? My most concern is after days the water proof start failing.

 

[Alaskan]

Thanks! I have used it a few times underwater so far, and according to Nikon they recommend having the seal changed once a year if used heavily but that is a warning that my older water tight cameras also said in the fine print. I will report if I find any other issues with it.

 

[nonstopfishies]

Thanks! I have used it a few times underwater so far, and according to Nikon they recommend having the seal changed once a year if used heavily but that is a warning that my older water tight cameras also said in the fine print. I will report if I find any other issues with it.

I got one for Christmas and have pretty much done the same amount of photo taking as you. I like it so far and will keep people posted if I run into any issues. I posted a few photos on the other AW100 thread in here.

 

[shih87]

Thanks! I have used it a few times underwater so far, and according to Nikon they recommend having the seal changed once a year if used heavily but that is a warning that my older water tight cameras also said in the fine print. I will report if I find any other issues with it.

At least so far all positive ;-) I went to Frys tonight but they are out of stock ;-( I will buy from some where else if did not hear negative feedback from you in these two days

Thanks again.

 

[Alaskan]

Cool let me know how you like it if you end up getting one. One thing I would recommend is to go onto Nikon's website and read through the manual it goes over all the features quite well.

 

[shih87]

Cool let me know how you like it if you end up getting one. One thing I would recommend is to go onto Nikon's website and read through the manual it goes over all the features quite well.

I went the Vegas Fry's before I left and second one in LA before my flight, but... no luck, it is out of stock. AW100 must be hot. I am back to Taiwan now, and I think I should be able to find it in Taiwan soon. Wish me luck!

 

[shih87]

I just got my AW100 and here are some of my first shots....
AW100 did meet my expectation, but my photo skills and my SPS not yet ;-(