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Nikon Coolpix P5100
Nikon Coolpix P5100
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Nikon Coolpix P5100 Details

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The Nikon Coolpix P5100 is this year's flagship point-and-shoot digital camera, with a perfect combination of automatic and manual controls that will please casual photographers and allow them to grow into the camera's expanded capabilities. It's a small, easily portable camera that's sure to be a strong competitor this holiday season.

Nikon P5100 Specifications

  • 12.1 megapixels
  • Movie mode with sound
  • JPEG file format
  • 3.5x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • Auto and manual focus
  • Auto and manual exposure
  • ISO 64-2000 (3200 at 5MP)
  • Lens-shift image stabilization
  • 2.5-inch LCD display
  • Secure Digital memory storage (52 MB internal)
  • Lithium-ion battery
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Product Information

Manufacturer Nikon
Part Number VAA840E1
UPC 18208913794
Release Date Oct 20, 2007

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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.
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