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Nikon Coolpix P5000

Nikon Coolpix P5000

C+
HQ Grade: C+
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.
  • 4 out of 5
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  • 4 out of 5
"I like it"
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The Nikon Coolpix P5000 introduces some much needed competition into the 10-megapixel point-and-shoot arena. The camera this most resembles is the Canon A640, an extremely popular 10MP mainstream camera that has, until now, been relatively unchallenged. The P5000 charges at it head on, and brings with it some key differentiating features that just... read more

Specifications

  • 10 megapixels
  • 3.5x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • Auto and manual focus
  • Auto and manual exposure
  • ISO 64-3200
  • Movie mode with sound
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Answered Questions for the P5000

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 not set by default, from... read more
Q: Coolpix P5000 focus question
A: If you're shooting pictures without prefocusing, you could run into some blurriness from shutter lag, slight camera shake or movement... read more
Q: P5000 vs A570 IS?
A: I think that the Nikon P5000 (Pansonic's P5000 is a laptop) is a better buy. It gets straight, across the... read more

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Open Questions for the P5000

Q: Hello, I have purchased P5000 camera. Please forward me English version of its user manual on obd18@hotmail.com Thanks
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: My card reader and printer will not read the 4Gb SDHC card which came with the camera.Why
4 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: How is the focusing speed of the Nikon P5000?
15 points for best answer - 1 reply

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  • 4.01 out of 5

Average rating based on 119 total reviews: 4.01/5

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  • 4 out of 5
First impressions (Larry Thomas - 4/21/07)

Right out of the box, I like the fit and finish. The manual isn't that difficult to understand, the icons are the same for other... read more

  • 4 out of 5
I like it (malaika - 3/29/07)

I am picky, I would have given it back, my husband is the pro, and I miss a little the big zoom, as I am... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Outstanding Compact (Jim Ebejer - 7/8/07)

I bought it as a carry around Substitute for my Nikon D 200. The picture quality rivals my SLR at 8.5X 11 enlargements. it's certainly... read more

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