1. 8-megapixel sensor captures 3264 x 2448 images for poster-size plus print enlargements
2. 8x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom (for 32x total zoom)
3. Movie mode with audio; 5-shot buffer mode; fast start-up time
4. Store images on CompactFlash type I/II memory cards; Microdrive compatible; no memory card included
5. Powered by rechargeable lithium-ion battery (included); connects via USB 1.1

Customer Review :

Compact, full featured, great pictures, but not for action scenes

I'm a novice photographer and the Nikon 8700 was the first camera I bought
that was a step above the point and shoot Olympus camera I've owned for
over 6 years.

I had read many great reviews on this camera and it lived up to all those
expections, minus one: this camera is not ideal for taking sports or
action pictures. I was quite disappointed with the results after trying
to take decent pictures of my sons playing indoor basketball and outdoor
soccer. I finally did some research and learned that (like another
reviewer had observed) only digital SLRs have the responsiveness and
speed and capability to take action pictures. With the 8700, the shutter
lag speed is one factor- you click on the shutter release button but it
takes a portion of a second before the camera snaps the picture. I then
thought that with manual settings (shutter release priority mode)I could
correct that behavior, but no combination of settings changed or improved
the result. The result was the images coming out blurry. I was surprised
at this and thought it was a camera setting, but after doing some more
online researching I found out that (1) the major digital camera review
sites do not seem to cover any sports or action picture taking and
(2) a lot of users of the 8700 did report the same problems that I
encountered and (3) you can improve sports shots by learning some basic
techniques because some claim that no matter what camera you have, you
do have to apply some of these techniques, which is basically predicting
your shots and having knowledge of the sport in hand so that you know
when to prepare for your shots. In either case, those folks did confirm
the weak sports mode and limited capabilities of the 8700, which seem
to be more pronounced than other cameras.

As a novice user, the only other negative aspect of the camera is its
difficult access to the options, which is not intuitive, especially when
you don't use the camera a lot and you're under time constraint to take
a picture (of a sports scene) and don't have time to fumble around to
figure out how to change a camera setting. And I'm quite a technical
guy who had already read the user manual. I'm sure with time one would
be more familiar with the menu system and how to tweak a specific setting.
I guess the camera's strength of many features can be its own weakness.

Other than the two above mentioned weaknesses, I would have to say that
with the many still shots of landscape, people, and even animals, this
camera has made me look better than my novice photographer status. Along
with the Canon inkjet printer I have, I can print out better than the
lab photo quality pictures at home. However, I am looking for a true
digital SLR just to compensate for the lack of a decent sports mode in
the 8700. Better digital SLRs have either 3 or 5 fps for continuous
shooting modes versus the 8700's 1.5 fps, but of course they are in
two different classes and price ranges.

Rating :

My favorite digital I've owned

I've had a few digital cameras before this one, and I hated the quality of each and everyone of them. I was a novice (still am very much an amateur, so don't expect technicalities in this review) I was drooling over a Rebel that I can't afford nor, do I know how to use yet when I came across this one. I wanted a camera that took good crisp, clear shots, with good color. I have a digital scrapbooking business and my camera is a HUGE part of my business, so macro shots had to be good too. Plus, I scrap my own children's photos, using the fine setting on this camera, and they are perfect!

I have to agree with the sports shots and knowing the sport before hand because of the lag time, and you have to have the button pressed half way down focusing before the action you want to shoot occurs. Figured this out when my son does goal kicks in soccer or the other team is coming at him for a goal shot. I have to have it focused and ready before he goes to grab the ball.

I only use optical zoom and it is AWESOME. I can be sitting across the field from him where he is playing and still get a clear shot of him, and you can't tell how far I was from him. I was really impressed.

The color, I love the color. Like I said, I've had a few doozies for digital cameras, before I really learned what I was looking for in a camera, getting pictures that were either washed out without color or pictures that were almost yellow in color. I love the color that I get with this. My youngest daughter had the bluest eyes, and I would almost say this enhances the color of her eyes in a picture.

I can say now that I am a Nikon woman and when I can upgrade, I'll be staying with this company.

Rating :

Best of the line

The 8700 is the successor to the 5400 and 5700, now with 8:1 zoom. It has all the features of a SLR with a LCD monitor but is smaller and lighter (no interchangeable lenses).

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I love this camera

This is a wonderful camera, for me. I don't know much about photography and admittedly don't understand all the bells and whistles it offers but it does work great on mostly automatic focus. Only slght difficulties with a sort of slow shutter release requiring complete steadiness when shooting.

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Amazing functional camera!

This is a wonderful little camera. I started my little addiction to Nikon with a $500 3MP point and shoot. I used it for a long time, this was when digital camera's first became everywhere. I decided to spend the money and get a GOOD new one. This one was perfect. I own a mini DVD camcorder and I'm sad that the quality of video isn't as good as the video from this camera! And easy to add to your computer. I am not a photographer, and this camera was very easy to learn. It has so much it can do, but other than video mine stayed on auto. I ended up upgrading to a SLR Nikon d70s and the size isn't much larger. I couldn't ever go back to a point and shoot because of the delay. When I got this 5700 it was $600 whereas I got my d70s body for the same price. I already had several lenses from my Nikon film SLR cameras. If you cant afford to get a SLR, I would absolutely recommend this camera. I sold mine to upgrade to the SLR and I miss it terribly. I would probably carry it around just to get little video's. But the pictures are amazing! If you want a sample of what these pictures turn out like I will gladly show you some of my snap shots, indoor and out. Just email me at ItsMelodie@aol.com and let me know. I highly recommend this camera though!

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1. Supplied accessories - Two 1.5V LR6 AA-size alkaline batteries, UC-E6 USB Cable, EG-CP14 Audio Video Cable, AN-CP14 Strap, Dock Insert PV-15, Software Suite CD-ROM
2. 8.0 effective Megapixels for high-precision image quality for up to 3264 x 2448 pixel resolution (standard) and 3200x1800 (16 - 9 Widescreen)
3. Optical 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens (35mm equivalent 38-114mm) / 4x Digital-zoom
4. Optical lens shift VR image stabilization minimizes the effect of camera shake
5. 2.8-inch high-level contrast LCD monitor with anti-reflection coating

Editorial Review :

Use the Nikon CoolPix L15 to capture every precious moment with crystal clarity. With the 3x zoom Nikkor lens, you've got the quality optics to capture a great image, while the 8.1 Megapixels ensure a high resolution for large prints and images. This model also has VR Optical Image Stabilization built in, eliminating motion blur from even the shakiest photographer's work. You can use the One Touch Portrait Button to focus on faces and instantly fix red-eye, and the Auto adjusts up to ISO 1000, so you can even shoot in low light. When you're done, you can review and show off your pictures on the 2.8-inch high definition LCD monitor. Finally, its slim, compact design lets it find a home in any pocket or bag until the next memorable moment comes along. High sensitivity of up to ISO 1000 Three Unique Nikon Image Innovations for high performance - Face-priority AF, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix and D-Lighting Slim and compact, stylish silver exterior AV out for viewing images on TV screen USB for data transfer to Windows PC or Macintosh computer Unit Dimensions - Approx 3.6 x 2.4 x 1.2 in (91 x 61 x 29.5mm) excluding projections Weight - 4.4 oz (125 g) without battery and SD memory card

Customer Review :

had it for 6 months now

The positives- never read the manual and I can operate it to my satisfaction without having done so (though I know there is probably much to learn if I would take a look). It fits in my handbag so I don't have to carry a camera bag around. The negative- Seems to really eat batteries. A lot.

ADDITION- While using the camera recently, I experienced an issue where the camera lens would not retract into the the body when I turned off the camera. There is a "Lens Error" message on the display and no pictures can be taken. This appears to be a common problem with the CoolPix series. According to the Nikon support website. there isn't anything the user can do about it except try taking the batteries out overnight. That did not work, so it had to go to Nikon for repair. They took care of it at no charge and the process was fairly painless (compared to other warranty service with various companies that I've experienced.)

Rating :

Good

Not too fancy, easy to use. I haven't print the pictures yet but the look nice on the screen.

Rating :

Worst Digitial Camera

I bought this camera a few months ago and I'm already buying a new camera. The shutter takes FOREVER. I've missed so many important pictures due to the slow speed. Also 3 months after I bought the camera the lens wouldn't close. I sent it back to Nikon because it was still under warranty and they said that I must have dropped it or broken it some how (which I never did) and they wouldn't cover it. They charge me $50 to fix it and I wish I would have just told them to keep the camera. I would not recommend this camera to anyone.

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Excellent Camera for the price!!

Got this camera as a Christmas gift and first used on my trip to Florida this spring. Very easy to use (I never even opened the instruction book) and pictures seem to be of a good quality so far. Battery life was short with regular batteries, but after buying some rechargable batteries, it has been much better. Computer program that came with the camera was also very easy to use. All in all great camera for the price!!

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Battery eater

For the money, there are better cameras out there, like Sony. But my biggest problem is that this camera eats all the power from the batteries so fast, I got 15 pictures on brand new batteries (thats using flash), and there is no way to turn the flash level down, there are some settings you can play with but basically it's on or off.

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1. 6.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
2. 10x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display
3. Face Priority Autofocus and In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, plus On-Screen Help menu and D-Lighting
4. 16 scene modes; macro setting focuses as close as 2.5 inches from subject
5. Powered by 2 AA-size batteries; stores images on SD cards

Editorial Review :

The irresistibly slim shape of the COOLPIX S4 conceals a high quality 10x Zoom-Nikkor lens. With extended range from 38mm medium-wide through 380mm telephoto, the swivel mounted lens is equally adept at taking great shots of all types, including architecture, portraits, extreme close-ups, or any other combination that inspires your creative desires as you explore your world.The COOLPIX S4's exclusive image processing technology takes true-to-life images a step closer to reality. A 256-segment Matrix Metering system enables optimal exposures in even the most challenging lighting environments.Cover all angles in style with a surprising twist. The slim compact design of the COOLPIX S4 adds a delightful and practical twist by integrating its broad 10x zoom range into a swivel design that offers a wider range of shooting angles for greater creative freedom.

Customer Review :

Awful Camera Awful Service

I purchased this camera less than two years ago for nearly $350. It recently would blur when trying to focus. I'd manually focus the camera, but the autofocus would override it and blur the picture. The camera tries to be too user friendly, and you can't configure any photo settings manually.

The camera would not focus anymore, I sent it away to Nikon to get it repaired, and they wanted $115 to repair the camera.

So I paid almost $200 a year to have a sub-par crappy camera with bad software.

Don't make the same mistake I did. Never buy a Nikon. Ever.

Rating :

Don't Do It

I am very unhappy with this camera. I had an Agfa with a swivel lens and when the pixels started missing after 7 or 8 years, I decided to replace it. I searched for another swivel lens and found this one. The images I take with it are almost always burry, no matter which setting I use. I had to return it to Nikon for repair when it stopped functioning (the shutter problem another reviewer described), fortunately (or unfortunately) it was within the year warranty. It is very much a disappointment and for the price, I feel cheated. I wish I could give less than 1 star. Anybody up for a class action lawsuit?

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Avoid like the plague, good when working , broke after 2 holidays

At first i really liked this camera, it took some really good outdoor pictures on my holiday this year and last, However after very little use and no damage/drops etc. it no longer works.

The camera has a design flaw in which the internal shutter fails to open and therefore photos cant be taken (well a black screen comes out, but that is all) everything else about this camera was ace.

Looking on the internet for a fix, it would appear this is a massive flaw and nikon are failing to recognise the problem. 1000's of broken camera's all with the same problem, some only a few weeks old, some have been repaired for the fault to return a few days later.

Do not buy this camera, it is a problem waiting to happen. I personally will not buy another nikon product as my holiday was spoilt due to this.

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Not as good as earlier and later version

I had earlier version of this camera and i really enjoyed it. I also liked that the battery can be charged in the camera. unfortunately, i have lost it very quickly. Then I bought this one and i was disappointed. quality of the picture is very bad. using 10X zoom is not such a good idea either, as you get horrible handshake. My dad bought himself a newer version of this camera (s10??) and i have used it for a bit and i was satisfied. though this is not a camera to be taking pictures of sport, even it has a special mode: it capturers many pictures in a row, though at the moment of capturing the picture you see black screen, so it is nearly impossible to follow the object. This camera does not really woth its price. and the funky twisting mechanism breaks (that happened with mine). Now i have Nikon s500 and i am very happy with it and it is also much cheaper.

Rating :

not worth the price

i was really excited about this camera. i dabble in photography, but wanted a camera i'd have a little more control over, and would be able to experiment with while taking professional quality shots. this little guy, however, just doesn't cut it. the flash tends to wash everything out, and you have to use it even when there's adequate lighting. also not great for action shots. i've yet to be 100% happy with a shot i've taken with this camera without using some sort of photo editing software. i work mainly in b&w, and the colors are never as crisp as i'd like. if had it to do over again, i'd go with something else.

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1. 4.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for for photo-quality 11 x 15-inch prints
2. 3x optical zoom through a quality Zoom-Nikkor lens (zoom is equivalent to 34-102mm in a 35mm camera)
3. 1.8-inch LCD display; exclusive Nikon In-Camera Red-Eye Fix
4. New Underwater Scene mode
5. Powered by AA-size batteries; stores images on SD memory cards

Customer Review :

Camera quit working 1 week past warranty

I bought the Coolpix 4600 camera for my daughter for Christmas. It worked fairly well for the first year. A week after the warranty was up, the camera would no longer turn on. Doing a search on the web, I found it is a common problem with this camera. Buyer Beware!

Rating :

Very Displeased

I owned a Coolpix 4200 and was very pleased, it was a great camera, was out at Caye Calker and lost it there. I went and bought this Coolpix 4600, and boy was i sorry, i had 2 Nikons before and really believed in the company, but that was until i bought the 4600. Taking pictures with flash is a big joke, u miss your best moments waiting for the flash to be ready again, it takes forever trying to get the camera to focus in most modes. Was at my little girls graduation and got so frustrated trying to get it to focus to take a pic of her receiving her certificate. I almost smashed it. Very bad production by Nikon. They really need to do a recall or something. The Coolpix 4600 sucks big time and i wont recomend it to anybody.

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not bad when it's working but breaks down easily and soon

I had this camera for about 5 months when the lens jammed. I thought the camera was a goner but eventually I was able to fix it myself. About 6 months after that I wasn't as lucky. I got the dreaded error message. The screen of death hasn't disappeared since, no mater how many times I try to troubleshoot the camera.

When the camera was in working condition, it was pretty decent. The pictures are pretty good. Not remarkable, but sufficient for a novice. The video is very poor quality - grainy and remember there is no sound, so a lot of the tings that you want to videotape are going to be useless taped with this camera.

If I was certain that my camera's death was one instance out of many, I'd even go as far as to recommend this camera to others, but from what I had read over the Internet, this is a common problem for Nikon 4600. Do yourself a favor and buy another camera, if you want it to last to its two-year anniversary.

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great really small cam

i like this cam perfect for travel ,nice shooting cam,even night time,holds little space which is plus for travelers, battery long lasting, a++++ ,and its cheap what would you want of small cam like this :) :) :)

Rating :

Problems everywhere

The camera works fine until you realize that the batteries are down and you change them and still never starts again. Also is very slow when you turn it on (before not been able to turn it again of course) and takes forever to save the pics.
Size and weight are prefect and the pictures you take are wonderful, but I think there are more "downs" than "ups" with this product...

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1. Nikon Coolpix P6000 13.5MP Digital Camera with 4x Wide Angle Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom (Includes Manufacturer's supplied accessories)
2. 8 Gigabyte SDHC Secure Digital Memory Card - Secure Digital USB Card Reader - Universal Memory Card Wallet
3. EN-EL5 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Replacement Battery (for spare power supply) - Lens Care & Cleaning Kit
4. Nikon Camera Carrying Case w/Belt Loop - Pack of LCD Screen Protectors
5. Flexible Legged Mini Tripod - BONUS!! Nikon 2 Year Extended Warranty - Free 25 Quality Prints (Promo code# on invoice)

Editorial Review :

Nikon Coolpix P6000 13.5MP Digital Camera: Class-leading imaging ability is a feature trait of the P6000. A new 13.5 megapixel image sensor captures the finest details with sharp resolution. A 4x Zoom-NIKKOR lens with ED lens elements covers focal lengths from a wide 28mm (35mm format equivalent), delivering clarity and precision throughout its range. And an optimized processing system based on Nikon's original EXPEED digital image-processing concept quickly delivers quality results with faithful color reproduction and subtle tones. Wired LAN support offers easy access to the Internet for automatic and secure online image storage using the Picture Bank service of my Picturetown, which also provides the ability to send images directly to a blog or other websites. And a new built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) unit can record the location of shots when taken and attach ?geotags" with information about latitude and longitude to each image file. This adds the fun of being able to view the location on maps available in ViewNX or my Picturetown, or to edit or add geotag information. New tab-format menu interface adapted from Nikon D-SLR cameras 1 - 1 size (square) format with a choice of three black border options 15 handy scene modes for optimized results in various shooting situations Five movie modes with sound, plus time-lapse movie mode SD SDHC card compatibility for memory expansion / Approximately 48 MB of internal memory for immediate use USB (Hi-Speed) connectivity Up to 4224 x 3168 still image resolution Up to 640 x 480 (TV) video resolution. ++PLUS++ 8GB DELUXE ACCESSORY KIT: 8 Gigabyte SD Memory Card - Card Reader - Memory Card Wallet - EN-EL5 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Replacement Battery - Lens Care & Cleaning Kit - Nikon Camera Carrying Case w/Belt Loop - Pack of LCD Screen Protectors - Flexible Legged Mini Tripod - BONUS!! Nikon 2 Year Extended Warranty - Free 25 Quality Prints (Promo code# on invoice).

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