Nikon Reveal CoolPix P80 18x Optical Zoom 10MP Compact Digital Camera [New Superzoom CoolPix]

Nikon have announced a new addition to its CoolPix range of digital cameras in the form of the superzoom, high performance 10 megapixel CoolPix P80 featuring a 27-486mm NIKKOR lens offering 18x optical zoom, Nikon’s sensor based VR image stabilisation and Expeed processing technologies as well as full auto/manual capabilities.

Nikon CoolPix P80 Feature Highlights:

Exposure modes that offer greater shooting control

Four exposure modes accessed via the Mode dial provide greater control over camera operation. Programmed Auto [P] mode automatically selects shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Shutter-priority Auto [S] lets the user select shutter speed while the camera sets the optimal aperture. Aperture-priority Auto [A] offers 10-step manual control over the aperture setting to let the user decide depth of field. And Manual [M] exposure mode provides full control over both the shutter speed and aperture settings.

VR image stabilisation for sharper results

Compensating for the effects of camera shake to realise sharper results image sensor shift VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilisation allows users to capture special moments without worrying about slight hand movements. This is particularly helpful when taking advantage of the 18x zoom lens’ super-telephoto focal lengths, or when shooting in lower lighting conditions.

ISO 6400 capability provides extended shooting range

Light sensitivity range up to ISO 6400* with manual control, along with auto control (ISO 64-800) and High ISO (ISO 64-1600) settings, creates new opportunities to take sharper, more natural-looking photos in lower light conditions, or to capture fast-moving subjects with outstanding clarity. Fixed range auto is also available, allowing you to limit sensitivity from ISO 64 to 100, 200 or 400. (ISO 3200 and 6400 are available only for image sizes of 3M (2048 x 1536) or smaller).

Sport Continuous Mode

High-speed continuous shooting settings help keep users capture action scenes, shooting up to 30 consecutive pictures* at 13 fps in Sport Continuous Mode. In addition, you can choose to shoot at 6 fps or at 4 fps. (Feature available only for image sizes of 3M (2048 x 1536) or smaller).

Large 2.7-inch LCD monitor and electronic viewfinder

In addition to its high quality 2.7-inch LCD monitor with anti-reflection, 230k-dots of high resolution and wide viewing angle, the P80 features the versatility of an electronic viewfinder that offers greater compositional freedom and accuracy under all lighting conditions.

Nikon CoolPix P80 Technical Specifications:

• Effective pixels 10.1 million
• Image sensor 1/2.33-in. CCD; total pixels: approx. 10.70 million
• Lens 18x Zoom-NIKKOR; 4.7-84.2mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 27-486mm); f/2.8-4.5; 14 elements in 5 groups; Digital zoom: up to 4x (35mm [135] format picture angle: 1944mm)
• Focus range (from lens) 40cm (1 ft. 4 in.) to infinity (∞); Macro close-up mode: 1cm (0.4 in.) to infinity (∞)
• Monitor 2.7-in., 230k-dot, wide viewing angle TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating
• Electronic Viewfinder 0.24-in., approx. 230k-dot
• Storage media Internal memory (approx. 50 MB), SD memory cards
• Image size (pixels) 3648 x 2736 (10M), 3264 x 2448 (8M), 2592 x 1944 (5M), 2048 x 1536 (3M), 1600 x 1200 (2M), 1280 x 960 (1M), 1024 x 768 (PC), 640 x 480 (TV), 3648 x 2432 (3:2), 3584 x 2016 (16:9), 2736 x 2736 (1:1)
• Vibration Reduction (VR) Image sensor shift VR
• ISO sensitivity
• ISO 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, 3200*1, 6400*1, Auto (auto gain ISO 64-800), High-Sensitivity mode (ISO 64-1600), Fixed range auto (ISO 64-100, 200, 400)
• Interface USB
• Power sources Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-62A (optional)
• Battery life Approx. 250 shots with EN-EL5 battery
• Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 110 x 79 x 78 mm (4.3 x 3.1 x 3.1 in.) excluding projections
• Weight Approx. 365 g (12.9 oz.) without battery and SD memory card
• Supplied accessories*2 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5, Battery Charger MH-61, USB Cable UC-E6, Audio Video Cable EG-CP14, Strap AN-CP18, Lens Cap LC-CP18, Software Suite CD-ROM
• Optional accessories AC Adapter EH-62A

The Nikon CoolPix P80, which comes with 15 scene modes and five movie modes complete with sound (including a time lapse movie mode), is due to be released later this month (May 08) in the UK and will retail for around £300.

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