# Sports-Shooting Cameras Nikon's New Sports Camera Allows For Stable High-Speed Shooting By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-02-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nikon-sports-camera References: [cnet](http://www.cnet.com/products/nikon-dl24-500/) & [nikonusa](http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/premium-compact-cameras/dl24-500-f/2.8-5.6.html) The [Nikon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nikon-coolpix-p1100) DL 24-500 is a versatile camera whose technological attributes make it suited to a wide variety of photographic applications, but it's 24-500 mm equivalent zoom range marks it out as a particularly exceptional sports camera. The camera even comes equipped with a specific Sports mode that enables the user to make use of highly stable viewfinder imagery during high-speed shooting. This works in conjunction with the camera's vibration reduction technology to help photographers capture shots of moving athletes without hassle. The camera's touchscreen is also a unique component in that it uses vari-angle movement rather than simple tilting, allowing for more varied shooting positions and angles. The fact that this is a sports camera means that it will also be of great use shooting any kind of [moving subject](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/action-5-pro), not just athletes, making this a wonderfully versatile offering. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Versatile Sports Cameras:** The advancement of sports cameras with versatile features and stabilizing technology provides an opportunity for photographers to capture high-speed action shots with ease. - **Vibration Reduction Technology:** The integration of vibration reduction technology in sports cameras presents an innovation opportunity for capturing clear and stable images of moving subjects, including athletes. - **Vari-angle Touchscreen:** The introduction of vari-angle touchscreens in sports cameras allows for more flexibility in shooting positions and angles, expanding the possibilities of capturing dynamic images. ### Who This Affects Most - **Professional Photography:** The professional photography industry can leverage versatile sports cameras to enhance their ability to capture high-speed action shots for sports events, outdoor activities, and more. - **Sports Media and Broadcasting:** Sports media and broadcasting industries can benefit from using sports cameras with vibration reduction technology to capture and broadcast clear and stable images of fast-paced sporting events. - **Outdoor Adventure and Action Sports:** The outdoor adventure and action sports industry can utilize versatile sports cameras with vari-angle touchscreens to document thrilling activities and capture dynamic moments, appealing to adventure enthusiasts and athletes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Field-Ready Ultra-Zoom Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nikon-coolpix-p1100.md) - [Retro Full-Frame Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-fullframe-camera.md) - [Retro-Style 4K Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nikon-z-fc-black-edition.md) - [Portable Stabilizing Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/djis-osmo-action-4.md) - [Mirrorless Image-Stabilization Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imagestabilization-camera.md) - [Creative Vlog-Specific Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-zv1-ii.md) - [Subject-Tracking 4K Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subjecttracking-4k-camera.md) - [Advanced Full-Frame Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a7r-v.md) - [40FPS Mirrorless Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xh2s.md)