While the 7MP Nikon Coolpix 7900 is a great compact camera, it isn’t for everybody. Beginning and intermediate users will love the creative possibilities of the 7900’s scene modes, but the compact camera lacks the manual settings that experienced shooters will want for more control.
One of the more practical features of the 7900 is the Face Priority AF mode, a portrait-focusing feature included in the portrait scene assist mode. The feature was introduced at this year’s PMA show, and it works well, though it won’t work in every portrait situation, such as capturing someone in profile. With just a few improvements, though, this technology would really be worth using in the future.