Shoot at staggering distances with the 125x optical zoom COOLPIX P1000 Digital Camera from Nikon. This camera, which has a 16MP backside illuminated CMOS sensor, features a built-in NIKKOR lens with a 35mm equivalent focal length range of 24-3000mm. You can zoom even further with 250x Dynamic Fine digital zoom, which will give you an equivalent focal length of 6000mm. Coupled with these extreme focal lengths is Nikon's Dual Detect Optical Vibration Reduction, which provides 5 stops of optical image stabilization and ensures your telephoto shots are crisp.

Gracing the back of the camera are a 3.2" vari-angle, 921k-dot LCD monitor and an eye-level 2.36m-dot electronic viewfinder, so your subjects will always be easy to see. The camera is also capable of recording 4K UHD video at 30 or 25 fps and supports an external microphone via a 3.5mm connector.

Camera shake may be a concern while shooting at extreme focal lengths on a tripod. Or, you may need to otherwise remotely operate the P1000. The optional ML-L7 remote satisfies these needs with wireless operation off the camera's zoom, shutter, and other settings. Once you're done with a shoot, immediately access your photos on a paired smartphone via the Nikon SnapBridge app and the camera's built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

NIKKOR 24-3000mm Lens (35mm Equivalent)    Aperture Range: f/2.8-8    16MP BSI CMOS Sensor    EXPEED Image Processor    ISO 100-6400    2.36m-Dot OLED EVF    3.2" 921k-Dot Vari-Angle LCD Monitor    4K UHD Video Recording    SnapBridge via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth    Auto, Aperture, Shutter & Manual Modes

The backside-illuminated sensor with 16 million effective pixels can output detailed images at sensitivities between ISO 100 and 6400. It can also create 4K UHD movies at 30 or 25 fps.

An absurd 24-3000mm (35mm equivalent) focal range means few, if any, objects are out of the reach of your lens. Zoom is further enhanced by Dynamic Fine digital zoom, which makes the maximum focal length a ridiculous 6000mm. Dual Detect Optical Vibration Reduction provides 5 stops of optical image stabilization so your handheld shots are crisp.

The P1000 features a bright vari-angle 3.2" LCD display that makes composing and reviewing images and movies a breeze. Also available is the 0.39", 2.36 million-dot OLED electronic viewfinder for a more traditional shooting style.

A control ring at the front of the device can be used for a variety of functions, like adjusting focus, exposure, white balance, and ISO, all from the lens barrel. Also on the barrel is a zoom toggle and a dedicated Snapback button that will make your P1000 quickly zoom out in case you lose sight of your subject at long focal lengths. Releasing the button will return the focal length to its previous position.

Nikon's SnapBridge technology allows for seamless photo sharing directly from your camera to a paired smartphone device.

The P1000 features a slew of shooting modes that adjust settings for different scenarios like sunsets, fireworks, and portraits. The popular Moon Mode is great for shooting Earth's closest neighbor and the new Bird Mode optimizes the camera for capturing the often bright and colorful creatures.

The ML-L7 remote (not included) can wirelessly adjust a variety of setting such as ISO, zoom, and aperture, in addition to triggering the shutter of the P1000. This lets you maintain precise composition while shooting from a tripod.

The EN-EL20a battery is rated for 250 shots per charge. Recharging takes only approximately 3 hours.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. this should do well for landscape photos...moon shots..but what about Christmas lights and fireworks? tracking aircraft like at an airshow?

A: The new Nikon DF-M1 Dot Sight may be the answer for these types of shots

Q: 2. Optical zoom distance

A: This camera has a 125x Optical Zoom. It is the 35mm Equivalent Focal Length of a 24 to 3000mm lens.

Q: 3. Is video stabilized?

A: yes , video is stabilized

Q: 4. I own a P900 & noticed that the P1000 will not have GPS, which I find useful. It also weighs over a pound more than the P900?

A: Vs the P900, the P1000 has:4K, RAW, Bluetooth, Mic Jack, is 3 years newer and has a much longer telephoto. (the big selling point)Apparently, Nikon feels that it gave things people wanted and took away GPS in exchange. I think GPS should have stayed as well.

Q: 5. Is it made in Japan or China or Thailand...?

A: This camera is made in Thailand.

Q: 6. Does this camera have a form of Log?

A: The Nikon COOLPIX P1000 Digital Camera does not have the capability to record in Log.

Q: 7. What is the shutter response time? Is response time same as for the upper tier DSLRs such as D750 and above or is there lag as in other lower end models?

A: The reaction time is good for a point and shoot but not as fast as a DSLR.

Q: 8. I see a lot of emphasis on the zoom quality but I am also wanting something ideal for taking good family photos or close up images as well?

A: The P1000 is a perfectly good all round camera for everything from family photos, close ups (it focuses to 1 cm from the objective lens) and of course super zoom. To be able to have all of this in one camera is fabulous! No swapping lenses or having to carry around or invest in a lot of different lenses is a great plus factor. It means you always have the focal length lens you need for whatever comes up at a moments notice and I have found that to be a huge positive feature.

Q: 9. Does this refurbished item include a battery with it?

A: With most any B&H item, you can go to the lower right of the page and see the "In The Box" list. This refurbished item comes with a battery.

Q: 10. What. Is the CMOS size?

A: It is 6.16mm by 4.62mm. Less than a quarter inch! It has a crop factor of about 5.6.