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Nikon Coolpix P5000
Nikon Coolpix P5000
B-
HQ Grade: B-
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 5 out of 5
"Outstanding Compact"
  • 5 out of 5
"Great balance of power and size"
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Q: Any one selling 2nd hand canon G7 or G9?
A: Ethen,RAW mode can be disabled on the Canon G9, and the the photos would save... read more
Q: I'm in between Nikon P5000 and Canon S5 IS now. Please give me advices. I really thanks and appreciate this.
A: Canon S5is since it zooms while taking video in addition to the MANY other advantages.The... read more
Q: Does this camera have date stamp feature?
A: The camera also has the option of putting the date into the picture, but it's... read more
Q: P5000's wide angle and telephoto lenses, do they perform well?
A: im using a emolux adaptor for my 52mm lenses, fisheye and telephoto on the p5000.had... read more
Q: Can the P5000 use a fisheye lens? If so which one and what adapters?
A: Yes Nikon P5000 can use a fish eye lens FC-E8 made by NikonYou will need... read more
Q: Can Nikon P5000 with any lenses
A: Well, the Konica Minolta has ended its camera line and sold it to Sony, so... read more
Q: Is it normal thatthe P5000 makes so much noise?
A: Based on other owners' experiences that I have heard from forums, yes, it is normal... read more
Q: Canon A710 & Nikon P5000 which is better?
A: I bought the Canon A710 in a trip to Vegas, which I sold as soon... read more
Q: Largest capaciy sd card for the Nikon P5000?
A: It is SDHC (high capacity) compatible. So you can go as large as you want. read more
Q: ok, i need help! Was first looking at the canon A640 but have now read about the Nikon P5000. I want a camera that gives a nice sharp clear picture,
A: well the lithium battery is lighter and more convenient. I own the P5000 and love... read more
Q: where is nikon p 5000 made? what if i buy an indonessian make
A: Mine is made in Indonesia, and so far, so good.I trust Nikon's quality control. read more
Q: G7 vs A710 vs A570 vs P5000 vs TX1
A: Hi Josh,There are several different classes of cameras involved in your question, so let's try... read more
Q: Would you buy the Canon A630 or the Nikon P5000
A: From what I've read, Canon is shortening the shutter lag time with each new model. read more
Q: does it have auto rotate for pictues taken vertically?
A: Nope, it does not. read more
Q: Can it be used for digiscoping?
A: Ron, I'm afraid I don't have the expertise to answer that one. Hopefully someone else... read more
Q: I am in a drew between the P5000 and the Canon A640, can you make up my mind for me please...? I would really appreciate it, thanks!
A: Benjamin, if you like to take pictures in fully automatic mode then go for the... read more
Q: How does the Canon G7 compare to the Nikon Coolpix P5000?
A: Hi,Some manual controls, optical viewfinder, much higher zoom and lens thread make the Canon much... read more
Q: P5000 or s50 as backup for D70?
A: Well done on the Nikon D70 first of all, it sounds like such a superb... read more
Q: I need a pocket camera to have it with me all the time.
A: Actually try the canon powershot G7. While it may not beat those cameras on certain... read more
Q: Is image quality better with a Nikon P 5000 or a Canon SD 800 IS?
A: Sharleen, according to customer reviews the SD800is picture quality is better than the p5000 one. read more

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