Not one, two or three… but there are 13 new and cool cameras launched at the same time by Nikon India for adding more charisma to your summer holidays. Usually, summer is considered as a great time for going outdoors and having fun with family and friends. People would like to go on vacation, camping, fishing, adventuring, etc. during their summer holidays. As it is April onwards, the summer season is upon us, but wait for a while!!! This time warmer weather brings something more for you, Nikon India has offered its Spring Summer 2012 collection, which comprise of 13 compact point and shoot cameras and pleasingly each of them priced for all types of budgets.
Make your holiday experience lifetime memorable with Nikon’s revolutionary idea of photography. Its latest newly designed cameras offer stylish designs, vibrant colors and easy functionality in capturing photos. Enjoy HD video recording for your amazing beach moments with an optical Zoom-NIKKOR. For providing the convenience in selection, Nikon nicely added all those 13 in P, S and L series of its camera families. The best of all, if you belong to India, this Indian-flavored company may delight you with its unique feature of Hindi menu system. Other notable features are also equipped by these cameras, just take a look on them before you are going to purchase versatile, powerful and portable CoolPix camera for your summer holidays……
1. Nikon COOLPIX P510
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Here, the 42x zoom is the star of the show, with this Nikon puts the “zoom” in super-zoom but when it comes to P510′s picture quality; the camera also sports a 16.1 megapixel sensor along with a focal length of 4.3 – 180mm and f/3 – 5.9 apertures. It has 1/2.3” Back Side Illuminated CMOS sensor for taking beautiful night landscape or night portrait pictures. It also sports sensitivity range of ISO 100 to 6400, slow-motion video at up to 120fps, full 1080p HD video recording with stereo sound, burst shooting at seven frames per second, manual shooting mode, 3D shooting mode, 99-point autofocus system, built-in GPS and many more.
P510 is equipped with the decent-sized 3-inch, 921k dot LCD screen that can be tilted 80 degrees downward and 90 degrees upward. With this feature, you can shoot in any awkward places, for example – over the top of a crowd, shooting very low down on the ground, etc. This Coolpix sports an EN-EL5 rechargeable Li-ion battery, which offers good battery life of around 240 shots per full charge. It weighs at 555 grams, in a way, slightly heavier than the previous P500 model. This compact camera is available in black, blue or red colors and priced at £399.99 / $429.95 / €471.00.
Major specifications:
- 16.1 MP BSI-CMOS Sensor
- 42x Ultra Zoom
- 7 fps continuous shooting mode
- Built-in GPS
- Full HD video recording
- EXPEED C2 image processing engine
- Enhanced Scene auto selector
- 16 optimized scene modes
- Eye-Fi card support
- Price: Rs. 23,950
2. Nikon COOLPIX P 310
Another P series camera of Nikon India is P310. The P310 sports a 4.2x optical zoom with a focal range of 24-100mm, lens-shift Vibration Reduction and maximum apertures of f/1.8-4.9. Like the P510, it also gains a 920k dot LCD and moves to using a 16MP back-lit CMOS sensor along with the high-speed, multi-shot image processing modes. Other standard features like creative PASM shooting modes, sensitivity range of ISO 160 to 6400, full 1080p HD video recording with stereo sound, slow & fast motion movies and 99-point autofocus system are already included in this latest camera. Its Night Landscape mode enables the camera to combine multiple shots to average out noise while its Advanced Night Portrait mode includes flash image of your subject.
Nikon P310 has second-generation lens-shift vibration reduction, which enables clear results and steady images on the large VGA LCD screen, even its highly sensitive backlit CMOS sensor provides superb results in any light. The P510 burst shooting at 7 frames per second but P310 is limited to 6 frames per second only. Also, there are only two options for color – black or white and it is available for £299.99 / $329.95 / €354.00.
Major specifications:
- 4.2x optical zoom and 24 mm wide-angle coverage
- 16.1MP BSI-CMOS Sensor
- Fast f/1.8 lens
- Full HD video recording
- 7 fps continuous shooting mode
- Lens-shift Vibration Reduction
- 7.5-cm (3-in.) high-resolution 921k-dot (approx.) Clear color display
- EXPEED C2 image processing engine
- High ISO monochrome
- Enhanced Scene auto selector
- Full 1080p HD movie recording with stereo sound
- 19 optimized scene modes
- Eye-Fi card support
- Price: Rs. 16,950
3. Nikon COOLPIX S 9300
When it comes to S series, let’s start with COOLPIX S9300. It has fast shooting performance with wide 18x Nikkor zoom lens that goes from a really wide 25mm (equivalent) – 450mm to get the best shot without much effort. The Nikon Coolpix S9300 also sports Nikon’s legendary VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization and a built-in GPS. This Digital Camera handles noise beautifully and able to shoot up to 7 frames per second. It can record full HD 1080p movie and equipped with the built-in panorama mode that can shoot up to a seamless 360-degree view. It can take dazzling pictures even in low light situations with its 16.0 megapixel sensor.
This is the only camera which has GPS functionalities compared to others of its line. It has 2GB of free space to use for storing thousands of memories as well you have my Picturetown, the free online digital photo storage and sharing service, with this camera. It is powered by EN-EL12 Lithium-Ion battery and available in a wide range of colors; black, silver, red and blue as well priced at $350/€330.
Major specifications:
- 16MP CMOS Sensor
- 18x Wide-Angle 25-450mm (Equiv) Lens
- 3″ Hi Res 921K-Dot Display
- High Speed 7fps @ 16MP Resolution
- Optical VR Image Stabilization
- Full 1920×1080 HD Video W/Stereo Sound
- 17 Scene Modes
- GPS Mapping & Electronic Compass
- EXPEED C2 for Improved Quality & Speed
- In-Camera Special Effects
- Price: Rs.18,950
4. Nikon COOLPIX S9200
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Nikon Coolpix S9200 is equipped with 18x optical zoom NIKKOR lens and delivers 4.5-81.0 mm (35mm [135] format angle of view: 25-450 mm); Digital zoom: up to 4x (35mm [135] format angle of view: approx. 1800 mm) and f/3.5-5.9 range. Its highly sensitive backlit 16-megapixel CMOS image sensor offers first-class performance in any light and lens-shift vibration reduction to ensure clear and sharp photos. It can capture full HD video with stereo audio up to 1920 x 1080 resolution and importantly at 30 frames per second.
The camera can also shoot slow motion movies at 60/120fps and fast motion at 15fps as well equipped with dedicated movie record button. The S9200 sports wide viewing angle, 921k-dot 3-inch TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating technology. It makes it possible to be super slim all at once by measuring just 30.4 mm at its widest and 23 mm at its thinnest. It has EXPEED image processing engine C2-coming and other features like Scene modes, ISO 3200, HDMI output and image editing directly into the camera.
Major specifications:
- 16 MP BSI-CMOS Sensor
- 3D photography
- Full HD Video recording
- Eye-Fi card support
- Macro shooting from as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.)
- EXPEED C2 image processing engine
- High-speed continuous shooting at approx. 6 fps
- 360°/180° Easy panorama mode
- Filter effects available for stored images
- Auto composite night shooting
- Price: Rs. 17,950
5. Nikon COOLPIX S6300
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This Coolpix S6300 Digital Camera has 16 effective MP CMOS sensor and Nikon EXPEED C2 image processing engine for higher image quality, even in low light conditions. It also sports a wide angle 10x optical zoom NIKKOR glass lens with a 4.5 – 45mm (25 – 250mm 35mm equivalent) focal length so that you can easily bring your subjects up close and personal. A bright 2.7″ LCD monitor which feature an anti-reflective coating helps you in framing and playback. The S6300 can record full 1080p HD video with stereo sound – with the touch of a button! The optical Vibration Reduction system reduces the effects of camera shake / motion blur and gives you sharp and clear images. Its Panorama mode can combine multiple images into seamless 180Deg. or 360Deg. panoramic shots.
Uniquely, this camera also offers in-camera Special effects like Low Key, High Key, Sepia and Selective Color to give artsy touch to your images or video. Along with high-speed continuous shooting and 3D shooting, users can also enjoy Smart Portrait System which includes blink proof alert, smile timer, red-eye fix and skin softening. Even if you are in playback mode viewing still photos, you can use a creative Filter Effect like Fisheye or Miniature. The S6300 will be available in red, blue, black, and silver color for a suggested retail price of $199.95/£179.00.
Major specifications:
- EXPEED C2
- Retouch menu
- 19 scene modes
- Fast and accurate AF
- Subject Tracking AF
- 3D shooting mode
- 2.7 inch LCD screen
- Auto HDR mode
- Easy 360°/180° Panorama
- Advanced movie functions
- High-speed continuous shooting
- Smart portrait system
- Full 1080p HD movie recording
- Back-illuminated 16 megapixel CMOS sensor
- 10x optical zoom lens (35mm equiv: 25-250mm)
- Lens-shift (VR) vibration reduction
- Price: Rs. 12,450
6. Nikon COOLPIX S4300
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The Nikon S4300 is a mid-range camera having just 6x optical zoom range. But, its 3-inch touchscreen and a variety of stylish colors for selection may please you fairly. It also sports vibration reduction optical image stabilization and able to record 720p HD video. Its Continuous mode passes at 1.1fps and slowing to 0.6fps after eight shots. It’s too little, 180-shot battery life is another point of concern apart from in-camera charging. Shutter release, power, shooting mode, playback and video record/pause have dedicated hardware buttons while Autofocus and metering options are merged into a Touch AF/AE mode.
This little pocket-sized camera is less than 1″ thick as well weighing in just 5 oz (139 g). It is equipped with 16MP CCD sensor along with a sharp and a brilliant 3-inch (460k dot) LCD monitor with touchscreen controls. It holds sensitivity up to 3200 ISO to make you shoot even when it gets dark. Other special features are Subject Tracking Autofocus, Macro mode, Smart Portrait System, Scene Auto Selector and more. This ultra-compact camera is available in plum, white, black, red and silver color for a suggested retail price of $169.95.
Major specifications:
- HD Recording
- CCD Image Sensor
- f/3.5 – f/6.5 Aperture
- 16.0 megapixel Camera
- 6x Optical Zoom
- 3 inch TFT LCD Touch Panel with Anti-reflection Coating
- 35 mm Equivalent Focal Length: 26 – 156 mm
- Price: 8,950
7. Nikon COOLPIX S3300
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The COOLPIX S3300 also has 6x (26mm–156mm) optical Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens to capture everything from close-ups to touchdowns. Its optical VR Image Stabilization system minimizes the effects of camera shake as well offers bright 2.7-inch LCD monitor. This camera can easily fit in your pocket or purse as it weighs just 4.6 ounces and it is thinner than 1 inch. It can record 720p HD movies at the touch of a button. Some of its ‘real camera’ features include ISO settings up to 3200, a powerful flash, plenty of scene modes and photo effects and nice playback mode with different retouch and editing tools.
The Nikon S3300 can store images and movies in a useful 42MB of built-in memory or on removable Secure Digital cards, including SDHC and SDXC types. It is equipped with EN-EL19 Lithium Ion rechargeable battery, which provides so-so battery life of around 210 shots on a charge. This Coolpix is priced at around US$140.
Major specifications:
- 16MP CCD Sensor
- 720p HD Video
- 18 Scene Modes
- Smart Portrait System
- 2.7″ 230K-Dot Resolution LCD Monitor
- Sensitivity to 3200 ISO
- 6x Optical 26-156 mm (Equiv) Zoom Lens
- Optical VR Image Stabilization
- Subject Tracking AF for Moving Subjects
- EXPEED C2 Image Processing Engine
- Price: Rs. 7,950
8. Nikon COOLPIX S2600
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This slim Nikon Coolpix camera features a 5x wide-angle zoom (26-130 mm coverage) lens and 14-megapixel image sensor to capture group shots or distant subjects with ease. It is assumed to be like the Coolpix S3100 in basic terms like same lens, design and handling and just hold a catchy new name. It can record HD video up to 1280×720 resolution at 30 frames per second. It has four kinds of anti-blur technology including e-VR (Vibration Reduction), which automatically prevent blurry pictures and really bring your memories to life. This camera sports in-camera retouch menu including Selective Colour, which makes it easy to add panache to your images without computer.
COOLPIX S2600 has High ISO up to 3200 light sensitivity to reduce the risk of blurred images with the fast-moving subjects or in low-light. Specialized functions such as Motion detection, Best Shot Selector (BSS), EXPEED C2, Scene Auto Selector, 18 scene modes, and Subject Tracking AF are already included in the camera. It also sports large 2.7 inch LCD to enhance visibility. The S2600 has black button for controls and it is available in the eye-catching colors like black, red and purple with price tag of £100.
Major specifications:
- 26mm wide angle lens with 14 megapixels
- 5 x optical zoom
- 2.7in LCD screen
- PictBridge compatible
- Digital anti-blur
- Red eye reduction
- 18 scene modes
- Intelligent scene mode
- Smile shutter and Splashproof
- Self timer & Built-in flash
- 1 x Li-Ion Rechargeable battery
- Weight 118g & Size H5.7, W9.4cm.
- Depth 1.8cm (when switched off)
- Memory card compatibility: SD, SDHC and SDXC
- 1080 high definition movie capture and playback with sound
- Continuous shooting up to 0.7 frames per second
- Price: Rs. 6,950
9. Nikon COOLPIX S30
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The Nikon Coolpix S30 holds ‘The Family Favorite’ tag as it is waterproof and shockproof digital camera. As per the Nikon, the S30 is capable of being used underwater at depths up to 9.8 feet and it can survive even for a drop of 2.6 feet. It attracts everyone for taking pictures regardless of age or photography level. The S30 sports a 3x optical zoom range (29mm to 87mm) lens and 10 megapixel sensor, both work together to produce impressive pictures and videos. It can capture 720p HD videos and sports a 2.7-inch TFT LCD display for enhanced visibility. Its sensitivity ranges from ISO 80 to 1,600 equivalents, which can suit an entry-level model. Moreover, it has an automatic power-off feature, which make camera turn off after three minutes of inactivity, in a way, save the energy of AA batteries.
For easy operation and navigation, the camera has simple interface with a menu which uses bold, colorful icons. The Nikon Coolpix S30 digital camera will be available in four eye-catching colors; white, black, blue and pink at price of $330 USD.
Major specifications:
- Simple Scene modes
- Smart Portrait system
- Easy Auto mode
- Waterproof To 9.8′ / 3 meter
- Shock-Proof To 2.6′ / 80 cm
- 10.1 Megapixel CCD sensor
- 3 x Nikkor Optical zoom lens
- 2.7-inch Bright LCD monitor
- 720p HD Video recording
- Electronic Image stabilization
- Intuitive Slideshow mode
- Price: Rs. 5,950
10. Nikon COOLPIX L810
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Regardless of its compact size, the L810 sports a CCD image sensor with an effective 16.1-million pixels, a 26x optical zoom NIKKOR lens which covers angles of view from the wide-angle 22.5 to super telephoto 585 mm (equivalent in 35-mm [135] format) along with the new lens-shift vibration reduction (VR) function to prevent you from blur images. Ultimately, superior image quality can be maintained in all types of shoots, from wide-angle landscapes to close-ups of people.
In reality, the Coolpix L810 is first high-power zoom model in the Coolpix L series which is equipped with a lens-shift VR function to deliver high-precision optical camera shake compensation during movie recording. Other hardware specifications like 3″ TFT LCD display with a total of some 921,000 dots, 19 scene modes, Smart Portrait System, variety of color options such as standard, vivid, cyanotype, or black and white, 3D mode and AA batteries. It can capture high definition movies at 720 pixel resolution. You can store your life-time memories with 50MB of built-in memory (without using flashcards) or on removable Secure Digital cards. Capture 450 shots per full charge with its EN-MH2 rechargeable NiMH batteries. The Nikon Coolpix L810 digital camera is available for £229.00.
Major specifications:
- Easy Auto mode
- Side zoom lever
- 16 megapixel CCD sensor
- 720p HD video recording
- 26x zoom optical zoom lens (35mm equiv: 22.5-585mm)
- 3.0 inch 921k-dot LCD screen
- Lens shift VR (vibration reduction)
- ISO 80 – 1600
- Best shot selector (BSS)
- 19 scene modes
- Smart portrait system
- AA-size batteries
- 3D shooting mode
- EXPEED C2 image processing system
- Price: Rs. 15,450
11. Nikon COOLPIX L310
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The COOLPIX L310 has powerful NIKKOR 21x optical zoom lens (25-525mm) and a 14 megapixel CCD sensor, with all these; the camera gives its best in all, from extraordinary panoramas to close up action. As well, it has high ISO capability (6400) which is proven best for shooting in low light situations along with the four anti-blur (VR) technologies for super sharp images. Like others, L310 offers the ability to record HD (720p) movies with a touch of button. Its large 7.5 cm (3 inch) high-resolution LCD monitor with 230k-dot resolution reflects or views the exceptional image quality of the camera. Like zoom lens, scene modes of the camera is also less than Nikon COOLPIX L810, as it has only 17 scene modes.
Other features include Scene Auto Selector mode, Smart portrait system (Smile Timer, Blink Proof, Red Eye Fix, Skin softening, etc.), Hi-speed USB, a 3-speed Sport continuous mode and more. It can store your special memories in camera – 102 MB of internal memory along with SD card slot for expansion. The L310 powered with 4 LR6/L40 alkaline battery gives 420 shots per charge. The Coolpix L310 will hit the shelves with the price of £199.99 / €236.00.
Major specifications:
- 21x optical zoom lens
- 3-inch TFT LCD screen with 230k-dot resolution
- 14.1-meagpixel CCD image sensor
- Hi-speed USB
- 102 MB internal memory
- SD card slot
- HD 720p video capture enabled
- 3-speed Sport continuous mode (H, M, L)
- Powered by commonly available R6/AA-size batteries
- Easy auto mode with Scene auto selector
- Smart portrait system
- Pet portrait mode
- Price: Rs. 13,450
12. Nikon COOLPIX L26
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This is “standard” model in Nikon’s Spring 2012 line-up, if you want to have simple and affordable camera. Its wide angle 5x optical zoom lens equivalent to 26-130mm in 35mm terms, a 16.1 megapixel sensor and electronic vibration reduction make the camera enough to capture most typical shooting situations. Even, focusing is possible to as close as 10 centimeters in the macro mode. It has a 3-inch display and of course not any optical or electronic viewfinder on this model. It offers a good selection of 26 scene modes, Smart Portrait System and Best Shot Selector function, which captures ten images and then discards all excluding the best one. You can capture high definition movies at 1,280 x 720 pixel resolution.
All your important and captured moments can be stored in 19MB of built-in memory or on removable Secure Digital cards (like SDHC and SDXC). You can enjoy around 350 shots per full charge with EN-MH2 rechargeable NiMH batteries. The Nikon Coolpix L26 is available in three colors – red, silver, or black for $119.95/ £99.
Major specifications:
- 16.1MP CCD Sensor
- 5x Optical Zoom NIKKOR Glass Lens
- 26 – 130mm 35mm Equivalent Focal Length
- Large 3.0″ LCD Monitor
- Smart Portrait: Auto Retouch, Enhance
- Electronic VR Image Stabilization
- HD 720p Video
- 26 Scene Modes
- Best Shot Selector
- Price: Rs. 5,950
13. Nikon COOLPIX L25
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This digital compact camera sports NIKKOR wide-angle lens with 5x optical zoom (28-140 mm from group shots to close-ups) and a 10.1-megapixel CCD image sensor to provide superior precision and sharp resolution anytime in day and night. Its automated technology for vibration reduction (VR) counteracts the effects of camera shake. Nikon’s Coolpix L25 also features a 3-inch TFT LCD screen with 230k-dot resolution to view wonderfully captured images. You can freely use 20 MB of internal memory of camera along with SD card slot for memory expansion to store your captured moments.
The L25 device includes Easy auto mode for selecting perfect scene mode from Landscape, Close-up, Portrait, Night portrait, Backlighting and Night landscape. Another standard features like hi-speed USB, Smart Portrait System with Smile Mode and skin-softening and Best Shot Selector (BSS) mode to select the sharpest image in a sequence of up to 10 images, all are included in the camera for successful portraits. Even, High ISO sensitivity (up to 1600) makes it possible to capture clear pictures in low light. You are able to capture Crisp 720p video recording with the camera. It is powered by regular AA batteries which make it easy to power and ideal for taking anywhere. The COOLPIX L25 is the cheapest compact camera available in four colors: silver, black, red and white for just $120 / £69.
Major specifications:
- 5x Optical Zoom NIKKOR Lens
- 26 – 130mm 35mm Equivalent Focal Length
- 10.1-megapixel CCD image sensor
- 3-inch TFT LCD monitor with 230k-dot resolution
- Easy auto mode
- Hi-speed USB
- SD card slot
- 10.1MP CCD Sensor
- 20 MB internal memory
- HD 720p Video
- Smart Portrait: Auto Retouch, Enhance
- 18 Scene Modes
- Best Shot Selector
- Electronic VR Image Stabilization
- Price: Rs. 4,990
Conclusion
You may get confused to find your perfect one among this bulky collection, but no need to worry, you can compare all of them in terms like length of the lens, megapixels of CCD image sensor, internal memory storage, different scene modes and effects, etc. as all these major specifics vary for each camera. Make sure about that, each of thirteen is available with HD 720p Video recording and most of them equipped with the latest Electronic VR Image Stabilization technology. Above mentioned information could help you to make your decision absolutely right without any compromise, so at least have a look here, before purchasing your own camera.
