Nikon has launched, worldwide, the 24.2-megapixel D3200. The new entry-level DSLR will be available in the US in late April (approx. US$700 with 18-55mm kit lens).
Nikon has also launched a Wireless Mobile Adapter WU-1a (approx. US$60, available in May in the US) for the D3200.
The new Nikon D3200 is available in red or black.
The D3200 records Full HD (1080p) video with full time autofocus (AF) and sports a high-speed continuous shooting mode at 4 frames-per second (fps).
WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter
The new optional WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter can wirelessly send images to mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets, to enable preview of an image (but not videos) before shooting and remote control of the camera, from up to 15 m away.
The 24.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor works together with Nikon’s EXPEED 3 image processing engine gives an ISO range of 100 – 6400, expandable to ISO 12,800.
As an entry-level DSLR, the D3200 is designed with user-friendly features for the beginner.
WU-1a plugged into D3200.
Accessible on the Mode Dial, the Guide Mode provides step-by-step photo instructions for set-up, shooting, viewing and deleting images and movies.
There are also six Scene Modes – Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-Up and Night Portrait.
For video, the camera offers manual or automatic exposure control, and a stereo microphone input to attach an optional external microphone.
The application for Android smartphones (2.3) and tablets (3.x) will be available in May 2012, with the iOS app for iPhone and iPad expected in Fall 2012.
The Guide Mode walks the beginner using the entry-level D3200.
The main differences between the Nikon D3200 and the D3100 are tabulated below.
| Nikon | D3200 | D3100 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 24.2 MP | 14.2 MP |
| Video Full HD (1080p) | 30 fps | 24 fps |
| LCD | 920 k | 230 k |
| Max ISO (regular) | ISO 6,400 | ISO 3,200 |
| Continuous shoot | 4 fps | 3 fps |
| Release date | 19 Apr 2012 | 19 Aug 2010 |
The brochure can be downloaded here.
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Can exposure settings be controlled remotely via the mobile adapter? Thanks!
No. You can’t control exposure settings like shutter speed, aperture or ISO remotely via the WU-1a. However, you can release the shuttle remotely (via the installed iOS/Android app on the smartphone/tablet).
Can the WU-1a be used in other Nikon DSLRs?
Not at the moment. The WU-1a can’t be used with other existing Nikon DSLRs – only the D3200 at the moment. However, future Nikon cameras will probably come with the compatibility.
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