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Nikon Coolpix P50 Digital Camera

Nikon P50

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Key Features of the Nikon P50 :
  • 8.1 Megapixel Resoulution.
  • 3.6X WideAngle Optical Zoom with Electronic Vibration Reduction for blur free pictures.
  • 2.4" LCD Screen.
  • Upto ISO 2000 for low light shooting.
  • Uses inexpensive AA batteries.
  • Macro shooting from as close as 5 centimeters (2 inches)
  • 4x digital zoom extends compositional freedom
  • Improved menu interface, available in a choice of 23 languages
  • Time zone function for easy setting of multiple locations
  • SDHC card compatibility
  • Approximately 52MB of internal memory

The Nikon Coolpix P50 prioritizes photographic performance by blending orthodox camera styling with an advanced feature set and operating ease. Built on a custom application of Nikon's innovative EXPEED digital image processing concept and incorporating the precision optics of a Nikkor lens, the Coolpix P50 is built to realize optimum performance and maximum image quality.

Combining 8.1 effective megapixels of resolution and a new digital image-processing engine for outstanding imaging performance, the Coolpix P50 also features a 3.6x Zoom-Nikkor lens with 28mm wide-angle capability that ably covers a range from panoramic landscapes to close-up portraits.

Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization compensates for camera shake or movement by unsteady subjects to achieve sharper results. Extended light sensitivity up to ISO 2000 further helps prevent blurred shots when shooting in lower light or when capturing fast-moving subjects.

From its functional body design, with stable grip and rubber thumb rest, to the intuitive operation of its Mode dial, complete with a setting for Manual shooting mode, the Coolpix P50 is extremely versatile. Its optical viewfinder enables accurate composition, even in bright sunlight, making it a handy complement to the bright 2.4-inch LCD monitor on the back of the body. Power is supplied by readily available AA-size batteries, which means the Coolpix P50 can be used in virtually any location without worrying about recharging or running out of power.

Nikon Coolpix P50 Feature Highlights

Easy access practical shooting modes
In addition to a selection of 15 scene-optimized modes and five different movie modes, the handy Mode dial also includes settings for two exposure modes that provide greater personal control over camera operation. Programmed Auto [P] mode automatically selects the optimal shutter and aperture settings, while Manual [M] exposure mode provides full control over both the aperture and shutter speed settings.

VR image stabilization for crisper results
The Coolpix P50 features the image stabilizing performance of electronic VR capability. Taking data from a built-in angular velocity sensor, the system applies in-camera image processing to help overcome the effects of camera shake and produce satisfyingly sharp images while also contributing to a reassuring shooting experience.

ISO 2000 capability for better pictures in lower light
Covering an impressive sensitivity range from ISO 50 all the way up to ISO 2000, the Coolpix P50 makes it easier to take great-looking pictures in lower lighting conditions or to capture fast moving subjects with outstanding clarity. The Coolpix P50 accurately measures available light to automatically select the optimal sensitivity setting for the shot, while its new image-processing engine with enhanced noise reduction preserves high image quality when shooting at high ISO settings.

AA-size batteries for shoot-anywhere convenience
The Coolpix P50 uses AA-size batteries, ensuring users can shoot with confidence, free of any worries about recharging batteries or running out of power when a special shutter chance arises.

Clear and precise portraits with Face-Focus AF mode
Nikon's innovative Face-priority AF has been updated to not only perform with improved speed and efficiency, but also to better find and then focus on people's faces for crisp, clear results time after time. This improved functionality is applied to provide the handy new Face-focus AF shooting mode, which determines optimum focus and exposure when a face is detected within the framed shot. (Face recognition capability may be limited in some shooting conditions.)

Other Features
  • Three unique Nikon image innovations: Face-priority AF with improved speed and efficiency, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, D-Lighting
  • Light weight with highly compact dimensions
  • Macro shooting from as close as 5 centimeters (2 inches)
  • 4x digital zoom extends compositional freedom
  • Improved menu interface, available in a choice of 23 languages
  • Time zone function for easy setting of multiple locations
  • SDHC card compatibility
  • Approximately 52MB of internal memory
  • PictBridge and ImageLink compatibility
What's in the box
Nikon Coolpix P50 digital camera, two 1.5V LR6 AA-size alkaline batteries, UC-E6 USB cable, EG-CP14 audio-video cable, AN-CP17 strap, dock insert PV-16, Software Suite CD-ROM



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Compare Nikon P50 with similar cameras

Name: Canon SD750 Canon SD1000 Nikon P50 Canon SD1100 IS
Megapixels: 7.1 7.1 8.1 7.0
Optical Zoom: 3 X 3 X 4 X 3 X
Max Res: 3072 x 2304 3072 x 2304 3264 x 2448 3264 x 2448
LCD Screen: 2.5 " 3.0 " 2.4 " 2.5 "
Digital zoom: 4x 4x Yes, 3 x 4x
Image stabilizer: No No Yes Yes, CCD
Media Card: SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC card SD/MMC/SDHC card + Internal SD/SDHC/MMC Card
Battery: Lithium-Ion NB-4L battery & charger Lithium-Ion NB-4L battery & charger Nikon EN-EL5 rechargeable Lithium-Ion & charger NB-4L Li-ion battery
Weight (with batteries): 170 g (6 oz) 175 g (6.2 oz) 210 g (7.4 oz) 165 g (5.8 oz)
Lowest Price: $169.95 $159.95 $149.95 $149.00
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Nikon P50 User Reviews

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5
Out of 5
compact, great pictures, easy to use, perfect!
- Reviewd on: 2008-12-26 By: H. Bresser
I was looking for a camera that was:

* compact - can easily fit into my purse without taking up too much room
* good quality - Nikon is great brand, 8.1 pix is good enough for weekend photo gals like myself I'm not a pro by any means
* easy to use - select the atmosphere or auto and shoot a photo, plug and play ease, and software is user-friendly.
* good size display - the visual display on the back is great for its size.

So far, this camera takes great photos and the software that comes with it is very fast. I love that! Everything I was looking for!

5
Out of 5
Amazing camera
- Reviewd on: 2008-12-06 By: Hanh Nguyen
This is an excellent camera. I have used several Kodak, 2 Canon, and 1 Fujifilm and find this camera the best. The indoor pictures are unprecedented, much better than the mid level Canon S3 IS. Absolute no blurry pictures. Absolutely recommended.
1. Compact,
2. very less blurry,
3. Best picture quality among the $400 price
4. Lens is small, but exceptionally sharp.


4
Out of 5
Nikon Coolpix p50
- Reviewd on: 2008-11-24 By: Lisa Marie Benton
Nikon Coolpix P50 8.1MP Digital Camera with 3.6x Wide Angle Optical Zoom

I have owned the Nikon coolpix for almost a year and for a person who is not technologically saavy I have anjoyed this product and find it to be great camera. I like that it is light weight and at the same time it has a very durable exterior, which is great for a accident prone person like myself who has broken cameras in the past. I really like the editing program the camera came with and have been able to fix pictures I had problems taking. I do have a few problems with the product. I don't really like how it isn't equipped with a rechargeable battery. Alkaline batteries are inexpensive but if you are a heavy camera user like myself the batteries will die fast, so keep extra on hand. I also had a difficult time using the camera at night, my pictures came out blurry, but that just took some practice and working with the camera. Overall it is a very nice product and I would reccommend the Nixon Coolpix p50 for first time digital camera users or people who don't want a complicated camera like myself. The price is right and you won't reget this purchase!

4
Out of 5
great camera but larger
- Reviewd on: 2008-09-02 By: D. Benjamin Cahn
I have had 2 other nikon cool pic cameras, this one is clearly the most advanced to date. Down side: little bit large. Seriously larger. smaller than my wife's nikon SLR but larger than the older nikon point and shoot. The wide angle lense is truly the bomb. Almost no point and shoot digitals offer wide angle. Very handy. Shots are good. Video is only good close up. comfortable, good value, decent camera.

5
Out of 5
Nikon coolpix P50 - Good Value!
- Reviewd on: 2008-08-31 By: Earle G
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8.1 Mega Pixels - Plus Nikon Two Year Extended Warranty - Nikon Case -
Plus 1 GB SD Memory Card]]

I needed a decent point and shoot with a wider angle lens for interior
photos and purchased this one.

It does a great job here with very good clarity. The wider angle allows
more area in a photo where needed. I use this function mainly in
real estate for interior room photos. It is not quite as wide as
more expensive models but very adequate for my needs right now.

The photos generally require very little or no enhancement once
loaded onto a PC.

Reading the manual and some experimenting with some settings helps much
to get the best use of this camera. The auto setting by itself usually
works fine though for most shots. The video mode does a good job with
the 640 x 480 mode.

I also have a Fuji A900 which is a great camera and use it as well
but it does not have the wider angle lens and has a lesser video
resolution.

The only thing I would have liked is having the larger USB plug to
the camera or same one the Fuji has. This is really minor though.

Using std. rechargeable AA batteries can get 125 or more full
resolution shots on a charged pair.