5 comments about Nikon Coolpix P1 8MP Digital Camera with 3.5x Optical Zoom (Wi-Fi Capable).

1. I own several Nikon cameras including the D200 and this is a great addition to my photography collection for use on those quick, last minute trips. I throw it in the car or boat for that unexpected shot you usually miss. This camera has great features, produces good quality photos and you won't be disappointed.



2. I've had the Nikon Coolpix P1 digital camera for more than a year now. This was my first digital camera and I'm considerably satisfied with its performance. Being from Florida, I must mention that my P1 has also stood up well in conditions of rain, wind and fog!
   
   The Coolpix P1 has 16 different modes (and further advanced sub-modes!!) for speedy image capture. There is also an AUTO mode with intelligent flash and self-timer options for that quick snap (at 14000ft just before going on your skydive, or for capturing Shamu's nighttime antics :) )
   
   The coolest features of this camera include the brilliant 2.5inch LCD screen, 8MP stunning clarity, In-camera Red-Eye Fix, D-Lighting, and the video capture ability. These features easily compensate for the comparatively lesser optical zoom (the P1 has 3.5x Zoom-Nikkor lens with 4x digizoom). Note that this 3.5x lens is what makes the P1 so compact and small in size. When I opened the package, I was amazed at size of this camera and the ton of features it encased.
   
   The P1 has superior video and sound recording capabilities. I've experimented with the panoramic image mode, sports and night modes, and got excellent results. Photos come out clear and crisp, and there is hardly any blurring when the right mode is used. I've had the Wifi setup go smooth and easy, (must mention that being a CS grad helps) and the transfer speed was great. (However, note that using the Wifi excessively depletes the battery fast.)
   
   Nikon has several new variants in the Coolpix-P line now. These boast of improved features, like the eVR (Vibration Reduction capability in P3) and improved image quality. However, the P1 has been a steady performer, giving exemplary performance, unmatched image quality and quick point-n-shoot ease of use. 5-STARS!!!
   Thank you Nikon!!
   
   p.s: I recommend getting an extra set of batteries Nikon EN-EL8 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery for P1, P2, S1 & S3 Digital Cameras and two of those 1Gb high-speed SD cards for long travel. Happy Photographing!



3. I had purchase the P1 a year ago. This will be my second digital Nikon and fourth Nikon camera over the years.
   
   The pros include great optics, numerous photographic effects, vibration reduction with movie mode, fast recover time with mediocre SD cards
   
   Cons which are all minor include, picture dial moves too easily and is bumped easily. Portrait focus is slow and often does not distinguish faces. No viewfinder which renders the camera almost useless in the bright sun with LCD(forcing to take blind shots), WiFi is difficult to set-up.
   
   Nikon service on the other hand is pathetic. Yes the camera was dropped and subsequently the shutter button was damaged. That was the only damage to the camera. It still worked fine only every once in a while the button fell off. I sent in the camera in for repair, the estimate was $150.00, half the cost of a camera. This did not even include a new housing.
   So this is equivalent to purchasing a $20,000 new car and having to pay $10,000 for a new blinker assembly and with depreciation due to better models being worth $12,000.



4. this camera is the best, by far.
   Cheap and does what you want it to do.



5. This point and shoot digital camera is fairly easy to use, however the extensive menu takes some work.

5 comments about Nikon Coolpix 8400 8MP Digital Camera with 3.5x Wide Angle Optical Zoom Lens.

1. This camera proved to perform better than I expected. Easy to operate, yet has so many bells and whistles. There are several tools and capabilities that come with this camera, it is very important to read the manual in its entirety in order to maximize the benefits. The basics stuff on it is so good it might deceive you into thinking you got it all. Its wide angle lens coupled with high resolution is an excellent solution for photographing my artwork for further work on my computer or for reproductions/printing.



2. If you're looking to capture "The Decisive Moment" with the Nikon Coolpix 8400, STOP---DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA!!! For that matter, carefully check any digicam or other camera with which you want to capture "action," because what you think you see, may not be what the camera has the ability to capture as an image.
   Let me briefly explain where I'm coming from: I made my living as a field photojournalist for 40 years. By the time I retired out of the business I had probably created something like a million color and b&w film images. I owned and used mostly Nikon equipment all those years (although I sure liked working with Leica rangefinder cameras and short focal length lenses), starting with the original Nikon F SLR (which I still have) and finishing up with the N90S and probably ten different lenses of varying focal lengths. I like Nikon equipment a lot.
   I decided to begin working with digital images last year. I was attracted to the Coolpix 8400 because the "spread" on the zoom lens was the 35mm camera equivalent of 24mm--85mm. When I worked with film I probably used my 24mm and 105mm Nikkors more than any others in my bag, so this little Coolpix beauty had just about what I was looking for in one package.
   Let me say that while the problems with the viewfinder and shutter lag make this camera absolutely useless for editorial photojournalism, it is, nevertheless, a marvel of human ingenuity. For many other uses---such as taking pictures of fire hydrants or cows standing in a pasture (put another way, things that don't move), it works wonderfully well.
   Seriously, I shot an assignment here in Tucson that was essentially architectual in nature. The images can only be described as superb (if I do say so myself). I worked only with the camera and a tripod on the shoot. Working inside I simply changed the light balance within the menu on the 8400 (which you can pretty much do on any digital camera these days), did not have to check the scene with a separate exposure meter, etc. Point being that with film I often carried a bunch of light balancing filters and sometimes a separate Gossen exposure meter and all sorts of lights to shoot an assignment. Even then, I'd sweat blood until I could get the processed film on a light table. Of course with digital, I (you) don't have to worry about any of that stuff. One can check the image immediately and know instantly if you're good to go.
   Alas, the shutter lag on this, and many other digital cameras made these days, is the "downcheck" which makes me unable to recommend the 8400. There is also the delay in the electronic viewfinder to deal with. The combination of shutter and viewfinder lag make it absolutely impossible to capture an image, the precise composition of which lasts only a split-second. I have taken many good pictures of people working, "action" shots and the like, but it was only by taking large numbers of images of any given activity and then retaining the one or two that said what I intended that I achieved my purpose. Essentially, my shooting eye (which is pretty damned good) had nothing to with it. It's like a soldier trying to kill an enemy with a machine-gun---if he fires enough rounds, one of them is going to hit the other guy. Marksmanship has nothing to do with it. Same-same shooting with electronic viewfinders and shutter lag. If you shoot enough images, statistically you're probably going to get a good one. But it's not a very good way to do things.
   So if you're looking to capture what Henri Cartier-Bresson (I'm not sure I've spelled his name correctly) so artfully described as "The Decisive Moment," look at a digital single-lens reflexes, or wait for improvements in digicams.



3. I owe alot to this little camera. I just bought the nikon D80 and I am keeping it because it has never let me down. It got me a job as a photographer with it's clear images and high resolution my clients were always stunned (i do architecture photography)...I now have a very succsessful freelance business and I am a PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER!
   I can't say enough on how much I appreciate the opportunity this camera gave me. I LOVE THIS CAMERA!!!
   Also I may add its a trooper...
   I have used and abused and never has it gotten wierd...
   People look at it and always tell me"wow big camera it looks very professional...and i would laugh and say nope its a pro-sumer camera...but its feels like a pro!
   
   [............]
   
   
   ***WARNING***This is not a camera for portraits or for action***BUT ITS GREAT FOR OUTDOORS, NATURE, ARCHITECTURE, ECT...



4. Very good camera and very bad concept. We need more zoom.



5. Awsome wide angle camera that is serving my purposes just fine. I needed a wide angle camera because I did not want to have to change lenses all of the time. Also needed something that is light weight too because I have MS and can't handle heavy cameras.
   The pictures are better than film! I am very pleased with this camera. I have no idea why Nikon stopped production of such a fine camera but they need to bring it back as far as I'm concerned. The price is right and my experience with the seller was excellant! Shipping was super fast too. I highly reccomend the seller....pcmonde via Amazon.com

5 comments about Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens.

1. For the price, this is a fine camera. The 10 Megapixel sensor takes excellent images - and the camera is small and lightweight.
   
   I purchased this body, and added the AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED Lens. Nice lens and with this body is a better value than the Canon XTi in my opinion - even these less expensive the Nikon lenses are better than the Canon lenses, and certainly the poor kit lens that the Canon XTi comes with.
   
   
   I really want a Nikon D300, but that was not available when I made this purchase, and in fact, the D40x does nearly everything I need, is easy to use, and substantially less expensive than a D200 or D300. As I am not doing high volume work, the D40x is just fine.
   
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2. I bought this camera 7 months ago to replace a Pentax SLR film camera.
   I am not pleased with my purchase.
   The autofocus is frequently ineffective, and I have had hundreds of shots ruined by uneven focusing. I now do not use autofocus, but manual, and I always shoot two shots of the same scene to ensure that at least one of them is in focus.
   
   The 6-point focus of other cameras appears to work better.



3. I was very leery to buy a good camera on the internet. This camera came w/ everything promised, it was all packaged and never used. Works like a charm. Came promptly, too!



4. Pros:
   -Light.
   -Great for beginners.
   -Easy to use.
   -Good build quality.
   -Takes amazing shots.
   -Fast.
   
   Cons:
   -Limited number of lenses available. (AF-S and AF-I only)
   
   If you are new to DSRL world, then this camera is for you. It's fast, takes great pictures and really easy to use. The only downside I can think of is the lack of drive motor, which limits the number of auto-focus lenses you can use.



5. I like It, It's a great little camera. I love Nikon products and the quality is great!!!

5 comments about Nikon Coolpix S51 8.1MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Vibration Reduction Zoom (Magenta).

1. I bought this one because I had the same camera but sat on it. Great price for great quality, fast delivery as well.



2. Great Camera. Very pleased with it. Only concern is the delay after taking a picture and trying to review it immediately. I would've liked to know the specific features of the camera before perchasing it, such as if there were specific settings for certain conditions (action, soft, indoor, outdoor/bright, etc.) Other than that, I am satisfied with this camera.



3. My friends with 3.0 mp cameras get better pictures.
   
   Really grainy
   No vibrant colors
   Pictures often come out unclear (shakes a lot)
   
   Pros...
   lots of features but a camera is for taking pictures and this takes crappy pictures.
   Camera looks cool, big screen.
   
   I'd say don't buy, you can find something better.



4. First the plus side:
   The camera is slim, lightweight, well constructed flash guide is good too, but not as good as the s50 for some reason, large LCD screen is top notch.
   
   Now for the negatives:
   Absolutely the SLOWEST point and shoot camera at night that I've used since the 90's!
   During the day it is not so noticeable, but at night you press the button down, the orange glow lights up peoples smiling faces than nothing, sometimes it takes a painstaking 10 seconds to take one shot at night! while other times at it's best it takes 3-4 seconds... still too long for any modern point and shoot. I think that Nikon, a leader in camera innovation should be embarrassed to have their name on the front of this camera. Buy a Casio or Cannon instead they are both slim and take much faster photos!



5. I got this camera about two months ago after I had gave up on my nikon d80.I needed a camera thats was more on my level but delievered good performance.I got the most amazing shots,and people can't believe it came from a digital camera.I'm no expert photographer,I feel as if people need to start off somewhere and having this camera will allow you to do so.
   More images at http://labelfreephotography.deviantart.com/

5 comments about Nikon Coolpix L15 8MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Vibration Reduction Zoom (Pink).

1. The inability of this camera to focus on a specific point in a general scene makes it damn near useless. We made the mistake to take it on vacation and the majority of "general view" shots are out-of-focus. It seems to function well if you zoom-in on the particular focal point so that it occupies a significant portion of the frame, but lacking manual focus capability really hurts this camera.
   
   Some freinds brought along their Sony pocket digital and they did not experience the same problem (except when they used the Nikon). Nikon service was no help whatsoever. They told me to hit the reset button. That made no difference. It is truly an inferior product.



2. I bought this for my mom since she wanted to upgrade to a digital camera. And pink was the desired color, so pink it was. This is an absolute blessing for those not technologically minded. It's less involved than my L11 with the same sized screen. My mom has taken pics, even deleting some, while she has trouble with opening Word on her laptop majority of the time.
   
   Also, there's crystal clear pics that I've come to expect with the Coolpix line and it manages to dim dark shadows indoors automatically. Worth the money if you just want to carry a camera around just in case something strikes your fancy. And it's small enough that it won't take up massive amounts of room in a purse/tote or small bookbag.



3. The camera is very easy to use. The only downside is it appears pictures taken in telephoto are always slightly grainy looking.



4. Purchased this camera for my wife as a carry around camera, replacing a Kodak EasyShare DX4330. Sadly, the Kodak has a better picture quality. In sunlight and well lit areas, picture quality is very good. Loose the light and picture quality fails fast due to the auto ISO. Lower light pictures are very grainy and have excessive noise. You can run noise reduction at the cost of detail so this is not a good option. Skin tones are blotchy and harsh and edges are not well defined due to jpeg artifacts along them.
   These shortcomings were tolerable as we shoot with a D200 and others for quality photos but when the lens failed to retract, all bets were off. After searching the web, it became obvious that this was not an isolated problem as there are endless reports of lens failures on this camera. I could get it fixed under warranty but I have to pay postage both ways and who's to say it's won't fail again. I may just cut my losses and get something else. I would not recommend this camera at this time.



5. It took me almost a month to get the right camera. They send me the wrong item and I even have to pay for the shipping fee to send it back.They promise to return me the shipping charge, but they never did. I called them and left messages but they never reply. Bad service and I will never buy anyting from them

5 comments about Nikon Coolpix 995 3.2MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom.

1. Just got home today after looking at new digital cameras, all of the sudden my Nikon 995 seems HUGE. But over the past 18 months it has been flawless, and made me switch completely to digital for family and some work (dentist).
   I thought it interesting that someone noted that red eye was not as much of a problem as earlier Nikon digital cameras - I thought it was a big problem, and it would be my one complaint about the 995.
   The 3.2MP was more then sufficient, I recently just got an 8 X 10" from an online printing surface, and it is beautiful. Printing on my HP 7550 I was able to get excellent 5" X 7"'s, but I guess this isn't a printer review.
   The menus are easy, and downloading via USB was a snap. I would rate the software as very average. I still don't understand why WIN XP can't just recognize the camera for direct downloading instead of going through a third party soft ware.
   I have now attached the camera to a clinical microscope and will continue to use it. And I don't think I will buy anything more then a 4MP camera for my next hobby camera. Of course, I just purchased the 6.2 Canon Rebel today for work and serious photograpy, but that's another story...



2. I have been using the 995 since 2001, I am a medical Radiologist, in my field everybody needs a high quality digital camara aid for storing cases. The results using my Nikon 995 compared to other cameras (from my collegues) in the same range are breath taking!! You a get a great Nikor lens, with a very convenient Makro and so many manual options that makes it impossible to need another camera.
   Plus you can have add-ons that the others don't have like the slide reproducer that lets you digitize all the old slides!!. I have literaly taken thousands of pictures and works as good as new. The 995 lets you take charge when you need to, but also has the automatic ¨SNAPPY¨ mode for easier shots. It's a must have. After comparing I can't imagine 3 years later why would I want to change it for another.



3. I use this camera at work, often on occasions when I am sent on assignments I didn't know about when I went home the evening prior.
   
   This is not my favorite camera for a number of reasons. What bothers me most is the view I receive through the viewfinder. The viewfinder is small, to begin, being only about one square inch. The views are often clouded in shades of red, gray or black, also, not what you look at with the naked eye.
   
   Turning the camera in half, like the photo on this page, does not improve matters. I find this camera somewhat difficult to manage with controls being tiny and that abominable viewfinder constantly creating problems for me.
   
   It does take fine pictures, however, and transferring them from the camera to a PC or other media is simply a matter of plugging in and pushing a button. So it does the job well. If only it was an equal pleasure while I was using it I could rate this better.



4. I bought the 995 almost 4 and a half years ago and have not been disappointed. My only regret is not being able to find a replacement. I have taken well over 20 000 pictures, mostly work (Hand surgeon), have dropped it a few times, (perhaps that's why its not working as well now) and LOVE IT! Giving me some trouble now, but I would gladly buy a similar new one.
   
   The macro mode is great. The ring flash that comes with it allows very accurate colour reproduction. Only trouble as someone else mentioned earlier is the start-up time. But this camera is 5 years old... give it a break!



5. I struggled for years with my film cameras to take good close-up photos, but was never able to get the colors right. In February, 2002, I spent $[...] on a Coolpix 995. It was a whole new world!
   
   The purpose of this camera was very specialized. I wanted it to take very close-up photos of wristwatches and pocketwatches for my website, in order to show what the watches looked like at various stages of disassembly. This camera was perfect for the job.
   
   To take close-up photos, I adjust the ISO to 100, turn off the flash, use Aperture Priority and select the smallest aperture possible. I adjust the zoom to the midpoint, select the micro setting and the self-timer. With the camera on a tripod, I press the button. Ten seconds later, it takes the photo. The results have been the best I have ever had with any camera. The photos on the website brought me increased business and my equipment has paid for itself many times.
   
   In 2007, I found another Coolpix 995 in a pawn shop for $[...] plus tax. They also had a Coolpix 5000 for $[...]. At those prices, I had to have them both! Then I found a terrific assortment of accessories on Amazon.com, which all arrived today. They included:
   
   1. Nikon 8x20d lens, a TELESCOPE AND MICROSCOPE for the 995.
   2. Nikon TC-E2 teleconverter (2x or 200%) for the 995.
   3. Nikon WC-E63 wideangle teleconverter (63%) for the 995.
   4. Nikon Cool-Light SL-1, a ring flash for micro photography with the 995.
   5. Nikon UR-E6 adaptor makes it possible to use the accessories above with the Coolpix 5000 camera.
   6. Nikon MB-E5000 battery pack for the Coolpix 5000.
   
   If you buy either of these cameras, you want all the accessories above. The prices for these accessories on Amazon.com are a small fraction of what they once sold for, probably because of low demand for them now.
   
   Having tried out a new Coolpix S1, I can compare the older to the newer. The older cameras here offer the most spectacular micro-photography, especially when using the 8x20d lens. The older cameras offer Aperture Priority and Manual settings, which are essential for micro-photography. The new Coolpix S1, however, does not have these settings, nor can it get as close to the subject as the other two cameras. However, the closeness was good enough for most of my needs, and the colors were so much better! I use my new Coolpix S1 for most of my photography now because of the better colors and because it is so much easier to use and to connect to my computer. However, I am still keeping my older cameras for special tasks. The telescope will be useful when I travel. Choices, choices.
   
   In summary, if you plan to take very close-up photos and you need the macro features, I recommend the Coolpix 995 and the Coolpix 5000. You should also get all the accessories listed above. They are all gems.
   
   However, if you do not plan to take very close-up photos and do not need the Aperture Priority or Manual settings, I recommend the Nikon S1, which is so small and so easy to use and such fun! When using any camera, I recommend using it on a tripod whenever possible (you will see the difference).
   
   I hope you found this review to be informative. Good luck.

5 comments about Nikon Coolpix L1 6.2MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom (Black).

1. The camera arrived in a timely fashion and was an awesome birthday present. It has been easy to use and the birthday boy was very happy to receive it. We are pleased and would shop here again.



2. I really like how simple the interface is. True point and shoot camera with a great quality picture. I bought this as a present for a family member so I am really waiting to here their review on it.
   I like the aspect that it has a 5x digital zoom which is plenty for a point and shoot camera.



3. This is a first generation Coolpix.
   Was it worth is $$$ at the time? Absolutely. Is it worth $$$ now? Not quite so. My advice: go for the newer Coolpix. The series is excellent, so you can't go wrong with it. But the most recent models are thinner and I believe have a better LCD screen in the back.
   
   If you're looking for a basic point and shoot, it's excellent.
   
   5 x optical zoom - that saved me more than once. 3x just won't cut it at times, and digital zoom is another word for pixelized (unprintable).
   
   Easy interface - I learned on this camera. The one-touch buttons are easy to use, and the camera has cool features such as portrait or landscape help. You press that, and it gives you place holders of where the heads should be, or how to align things, so that you can have better composed pictures. It's like a little helper!
   
   Good white balance and contrast. I've taken great B&W shots with this camera, as well as good, boosted color shots with this camera. In fact, you may be so spoiled with the quality of your own shots, that you won't like what you take with a DSLR! It just makes everything you take better.
   
   Very durable and reliable. I've owned this 3 years and NEVER had a problem. Added bonus: you can use rechargeable AAs with this camera. Meaning, you're on travel abroad, you don't have to cry that you're out of battery - you go to the local grocery store, buy AAs, and you can keep shooting. That is definitely NOT the case with other cameras these days.
   
   Conclusion: great value. Awesome pics. Easy to use. But its little brothers and sisters in the Coolpix family are just way cooler.



4. I received this camera as a gift for Christmas 2005, and have used it extensively (over 5k photos and videos) for everything ranging from portrait photos to architectural photos to concert photos, and it has never let me down. Granted, it's not the best performer in low light situations, and it would have been handy to have a few additional exposure settings, but it's performed really well for me.
   
   Contrary to what some of the reviews have said, the battery life is just fine. I shot The Cure during a show at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland on June 18, 2008, and I got close to 250 shots before I had to switch the batteries. Also, the quality of said photos has more to do with the photographer than the camera. Don't blame the camera because all of your shots come out blurry. Play with the settings and stabilize yourself when possible, and seriously, don't expect every single shot to come out amazing. Perhaps you could do that with enough skill using an SLR, but with a point-and-shoot, it's not realistic, so be realistic, and you won't be disappointed. :)
   
   With that said, I do plan on upgrading to a better camera soon, but this model has served me well, and I'd recommend it to anyone.



5. Excellent camera with several surprising capabilities. Easy to use, minimal buttons and good response time. Built-in microphone is tuned perfectly; does not pick up background noise. Pictures are the usual superb quality you would expect from Nikon. The only digital cam I will own.

5 comments about Nikon Coolpix S3 6MP Slim-Design Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Includes Dock).

1. I had the Nikon Coolpix S3 for about 14 months (of course the warranty ended after 12), and the screen went black all of a sudden. You can still view old pictures, but all new pictures come out completely black. This is apparently a VERY common problem with Nikons, particularly this model. They have a service advisory for several other Coolpix models to fix this same problem, but not for the S3-S6 models - and Nikon will charge you a significant amount of money to fix it. DO NOT get suckered into buying this camera, or any Nikon for that matter - I was extrememly disappointed with the camera, but especially with their service.



2. Quality and features are fine, but camera is probably too small for you if you have large hands. If I use two hands I am fighting to keep my fingers out of my shots. Because of the shape and weight distrubution I find it difficult to shoot with one hand. I have a much larger camera (Canon S1 IS) that I often use one-handed with no issues.
   
   To be fair, this criticism certainly applies to lots of super small digital cams. The S3 seems even worse than many others to me though. Be sure to at least handle one before you buy.



3. Me gusta mucho esta camara, trae excelentes funciones automaticas y toma fotos y videos de gran calidad



4. Before buying this camera I read all the reviews posted. Most people were satisfied with this product, but a few complained that after a period of time the screen went black and the camera was unable to take photos. I thought that this would never happen to me and bought it anyway. Sure enough durring a fishing trip when I wanted to take photos of the lunkers I was catching the screen went black. I almost threw it in the river. Now I'm careful with my things, especialy sesitive camera equipment, so this was of no fault of my own. Spare yourself the frustration and buy a different camera.



5. I initially loved this camera. I don't use my camera that much, but when I do, I expect it to work. I charged the battery the night before I left for a vacation. The next day I took a few pictures and then realized that the battery was almost dead. I hadn't even used the camera but for a total of about five minutes since I last charged it! It was not exposed to any extreme temperatures that would mess up the battery, either. Also, when I try to review my pictures, about 80% of the time, the camera says that it cannot read the card. I have to take out the memory card and put it back in. (even then it doesn't read it sometimes.) If this camera won't even work half of the time, what's the point in bothering to carry it with me?

5 comments about Nikon Coolpix 4800 4MP Digital Camera with 8.3x Optical Zoom.

1. My ownership of this camera was brief. First, you must know I love Nikon. I have 2 other Nikons--an old Cooplix 2200 and a Coolpix 5700. They have wonderful lenses and give great pix. I thought my experience with this model would be similar. NOT!~ From picture numero uno, the lens cover refused to completely open and cooperate. I got pictures, yes, but they had lazy black eyelids on each corner where the lens cover had not opened up to clear the lens. What a dissappointment! I traded it in for a Canon A520 and am happy with that camera. I suppose it is just what it is. If I'd saved and spent a lot more money on a D50 or Rebel, who knows? Anyway, that is my sad tale with the Nikon 4800.



2. I had a HP that took okay pictures but close-ups were blurry. I tried the Kodak Easy Share. The pictures were "okay" but it took a very long time to transfer them. Close ups were a little blurry.
   Deceiding that Kodak was not a wise choice.It was then I recalled the best photos I have ever taken were with a Nikon Pictures that looked as good and some even better than
   postcards. Seriously! I ventured out one more time to buy a digital camera I would try one more. Thankfully, Nikon stopped my camera blues. This camera has alot of great features. It works great on small items like jewelry. I am very happy with
   the quality. Although it is a little bigger than the other two
   digitals I bought, I do not mind. If you are not concerned with quality and want a camera that will fit in your pocket then buy HP or Kodak. Do you want Sharp vibrant pictures? If, yes.
   Here is your answer.
   
   
   



3. I do a lot of hiking and was looking for something lighter weight than an SLR that would still allow me to take telephoto and macro shots. This camera is the smallest and lightest one I found that has a 8X or higher zoom. I have taken very sharp telephoto photos of wildlife and macro shots of flowers that people thought were taken with a high-end camera. This camera does well with conventional landscapes and indoor flash snapshots. The menu controls are very easy to use and there are enough presets for special situations to compensate for lack of manual controls. However, if you mostly take snapshots that do not require 8X zoom, I would look to other models. While, this is small for a long zoom camera, it is still too big to easily fit in a pocket or purse.
   
   The primary flaws of this camera: It is only 4 megapixels. The battery charger failed and had to be replaced about 18 months after purchase (This was particularly a problem since the camera takes a propietary battery rather than AAs). The delay in taking pictures is longer than many competitors. Occasionally the lens cap does not open completely (easily fixed if you notice it before snapping your picture).



4. I've played with this camera a few weeks now and the zoom is great. It has various scenes to choose from to help you take pictures in different settings, lighting, scenery, etc. and it works very nicely. I haven't installed the software, but loading pictures to my computer is very easy. The battery seems a little high maintenance, but its just a matter of not storing it inside the camera. Overall, its a nice, easy to use camera for snapshots for novices, and the extra zoom makes it all the better.



5. The picture quality is superb. The features are easy to use. Our first set of pics looked studio quality.

5 comments about Nikon Coolpix 4300 4MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom.

1. Love it.
   Compact, great pictures, good for those that don't like to figure out settings, lighting, pixels, exposure, etc.
   I especially like the "macro" setting that allows very close-up photography.
   Software included lets you download to your computer so images can be saved, emailed, or kept on hosting sites.



2. This is the first digital camera I have ever purchased, and I have learned a lot since then.
   
   1) Avoid cameras where the lens extends outward from the body! These are prone to many problems, ranging from impact to debris effecting its performance.
   
   2) Make sure the camera suits your purpose, test it in the store if you can. If you want a camera to capture action, this IS NOT the camera for you.
   
   For simple snap shots, this is not a bad camera, for action it is virtually useless.
   
   I now have a Nikon D50, which is infinitely superior, and worth the extra $$$.



3. Just wanted to share that I've had this camera for 5 years now and it is still working great. It's got some scratches from being dropped a few times. We've used the camera for indoor and outdoors. Night use. Day use. Parties, schools, picnics, hikes, travelling abroad, halloween, christmas, family, business. This camera has been almost everywhere with us (except for underwater, ha!) Practical features too: Zoom in, sports shots, quick video clips, special effects shots, reduce back lighting and glare, timer, auto, manual, portrait, sunsets, and so many more.
   
   Incidentally, over 20 years ago, I had my first Nikon camera, an FE. I didnt think that the lens of the simple coolpix could compare with the professional quality lenses I could place on my FE, but the ease of digital photography with the coolpix has more than compensated for its "amateur" level service. I have even been able to take some professional looking chiaroscuro images that hearkened back to my photography buff days. I was surprised and happy with the results.
   
   We've even sent this camera in once for repair under warranty in its first year. It came back working better than ever(if not as it should have all along). Even my kids have gotten their turns with the coolpix. Yes, the battery has a short life, we have found that depending on use, we can get one day to 3 days of use on the battery life. We just charge it often and in between uses. So it still comes through for us despite the battery charging.
   
   We have had an easy experience with the coolpix 4300. its filled up our photo albums and library both digital and printed. We have all enjoyed this camera for family and fun use.
   
   We have just gotten a smaller, newer, more sophisticated and expensive Sony digital camera---I'm still on a wait and see mode on it. But, from durability alone, 5 years of use, I recommend the coolpix. And again, on ease of use and the immense and wide applications our whole family has and is still getting out of this camera, I highly recommend this and the coolpix family of nikon digital cameras.



4. I've had this camera for almost six years now and I have to say it's pretty durable. BUT the image display screen is painfully small (especially compared to some of the newer cameras) and everything this camera does takes FOREVER! It takes about 10-20 seconds between each shot to "think" and don't even ATTEMPT to delete pictures because that will take you up to a full minute for each picture! Plus, the batteries die very easily and it's kind of a hassle to charge the camera because the batteries must be taken out of the camera and plugged into a specific charger. This is much more inconvenient than the newer cameras, which tend to simply take AA batteries or else plug straight into the computer or wall. Also...this thing is very clunky and awkward. Not sleek at all.
   
   That being said, the quality of the images taken on this camera tend to be very good! The close-up function can produce some very nice, finely detailed photos, and the coloring and light always seems good. I enjoy the end product of using this camera, but it really is a hassle most of the time, so for the easily-frustrated...this is not for you!
   
   Also, I found in the instruction manual, hidden deep somewhere there, that it says you should take the batteries out of the camera when it is not in use and that that will help them last longer between chargings (which I've never done so perhaps that would've helped them not die so quickly).



5. This camera is designed for photographers of all levels, from a simple point and shoot to a complicated moving object and with just one button upload to the internet you will be on your way to greatness.