New Camera - Nikon Coolpix P1000

[KevinC]

In searching for new phone/binocular options to help with ID and birding enjoyment, a camera was suggested. 

So, I decided to get a cheap phone and spend more on a camera. I know it's nothing like some of you pros have, but I'm pretty happy with my first couple of shoots. I'm a complete beginner and haven't even edited these pics at all, but I thought I would share them just for fun. One of the moon pics (the "yellower" one) was taken with no tripod and it's still decent.

I thought the photo of the merganser and the goldeneye was interesting as well. Their colour patterns are quite similar.

These photos were taken at pretty much the out-of-the-box factory settings, so I'm more than open to tips/suggestions.

DSCN0071 by Kevin C, on Flickr

DSCN0110 by Kevin C, on Flickr

DSCN0134 by Kevin C, on Flickr

DSCN0147 by Kevin C, on Flickr

DSCN0168 by Kevin C, on Flickr

DSCN0176 by Kevin C, on Flickr

DSCN0085 by Kevin C, on Flickr

DSCN0021 by Kevin C, on Flickr

DSCN0035 by Kevin C, on Flickr

DSCN0038 by Kevin C, on Flickr

[Chris]

Those photos look great! Not sure about the settings on that specific camera but I don't think you would need to change that much.

[Randy]

Feb 28, 2024 20:43:32 GMT -8 Chris said:

Those photos look great! Not sure about the settings on that specific camera but I don't think you would need to change that much.

I agree with Chris. Those are fantastic!

Once you're more comfortable you could consider a program like Lightroom to make adjustments to exposure, highlights, shadows, etc.

Certainly don't change anything for now and I'm looking forward to seeing more photos!!