Nikon Coolpix L110
Nikon Coolpix L110
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Hey! You should know that Nikon has released a newer version of this product: the Nikon Coolpix L120.
Nikon Coolpix L110
Editor's Review
The L120 will replace the L110 in the near future. Here's what we had to say about the L110 last year:
The Coolpix L110 looks to be a minor upgrade to last year's L100. That model received some mixed reviews -- a lot of users loved it because it was a relatively cheap model for having a relatively large zoom, others complained of blurry photos. Well, the L110 is still affordable for a 15x zoom, HD-recording camera, and Nikon has added another degree of image stabilization (5-way instead of 4-way). Despite these extra frills, the camera still fails to deliver image quality deserving of its pricetag.
Specifications
- 12 megapixels
- 15x optical zoom
- 5-way image stabilization
- 3-inch LCD monitor
- 720p HD video
- 28-420mm wide-angle lens
- Continuous shooting, 11.1 fps (3 MP)
- Smart Portrait system
- Captures to SD/SDHC memory cards
- 4x AA lithium batteries included
- Release Date: Feb 28, 2010
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Nikon Coolpix L110 Comments & Questions (write your own!)
Jitendra mkcg (01/01/2013)
Only wastage of money
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Photo Grid (Lorrie — 11/24/2012)
Where do I turn the photo grid on? I love this feature but can't find out where to turn it on.
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Glad you mentioned that (PA guy — 02/02/2011)
I got one from Office depot. The quality of pictures are not as good as mine sony cyber shot 7 mp. Since Office depot will not accept return (leaned afterwards), I have to exchange the camera 3 times to get a relative better one. The problem is when I see an object from LCD, it is very clear, and sharp, but you never get what you see from the LCD no matter what kind of settings. The pictures are always a little blurred compared to what you see in LCD. HD movies file is so large, my new computer couldn't play a 10 min recording due to the size of file. The file is 1 MB for second in HD mode, which is outrageously large. I have to use VGA mode instead of HD.
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Need Help please! :0) (Mel — 01/25/2011)
I just bought this camera a few days ago, i love it-- seems like a great camera, im just having some trouble figuring out how to use it... im not good with manuals- i like the hands on aproach. - the zoom isn't working for me its all blurry, so if someone could help me i would really appriciate it! Thanks so much!~
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by James DeRuvo (01/27/2011)
It's likely that you're getting used to how the camera focuses. Try prefocusing. This is where you put your subject dead in the middle and press the shutter down HALF way to lock in the focus. Recompose to get the image you want and press the shutter the rest of the way. Getting into the habit of doing this will cut your shutter lag and should solve your focusing issues.
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Rizal (12/26/2010)
Which one is better Nikon L110 or Canon Sx130??
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Liam McCabe (12/28/2010)
The SX130 is a better-made camera, but the L110 has a huge zoom lens, so it's not really fair to compare them.
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Panaroma (Kashif — 11/26/2010)
i want know that is there panaromic mode in this camera?
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Nikon Coolpix L110 (Earl Dagenhart — 11/08/2010)
This is a great little Nikon Digital Zoom .... the Electronic Flash is Manual and that means that it will not pop up when you shoot in Auto Mode..it allows you to select the mood when you want the flash to operate. Most digitals can capture a photo just using the natural light that is around the camera body. There is only when shooting inside or outside at night that the camera needs a light source to capture the right amount of light and that is where the Electronic Flash comes into play. You simply raise it by hand to take the photo, in the long run you will get a much better photo. Enjoy this great little baby!
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PLEASE REPLY (Thomas — 09/29/2010)
What am i better off getting the L110 or the Fuji S1800
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by James DeRuvo (09/29/2010)
The L110 is a dog with fleas, honestly. So if I only have those choices, I'd take a chance on the Fuji. You can't get much worse.
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Go for Nikon, avoid Fuji (Samudra — 10/13/2010)
Go for Nikon, avoid Fuji.
Nikon is always best.
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Nikon is always best.
camparison (harvinder singh — 09/23/2010)
i compared photos taken by canon sx120is with nikon l110 and found canon pictures better to my surprise
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by James DeRuvo (09/23/2010)
I'm not surprised. Nikon's point and shoot line is a mixed bag. Some have improved their performance, like the P100, while others are still lackluster. Quite ironic considering it's pedigree.
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comment (nikon L110 researcher — 09/20/2010)
but still i have blurryyyyyyyyyyy................. images
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by James DeRuvo (09/20/2010)
Try prefocusing. Put you subject in the middle and press shutter half way to lock the focus. Recompose and finish the shot.
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Not worth the price (Shawn Hendricks — 09/11/2010)
Returned my camera yesterday. I bought thinking to replace a Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ30.
Focus was uneven over the frame.
Could not adjust the zoom to the subject; the camera acted as if it wanted to adjust zoom in steps - unacceptable steps.
Low light performance was poor. No modes to accommodate the conditions under which I was shooting. I don't remember the other menu item I felt I needed but could not find.
Clearly not worth the price I paid.
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Focus was uneven over the frame.
Could not adjust the zoom to the subject; the camera acted as if it wanted to adjust zoom in steps - unacceptable steps.
Low light performance was poor. No modes to accommodate the conditions under which I was shooting. I don't remember the other menu item I felt I needed but could not find.
Clearly not worth the price I paid.
shutter/low light (richmerc — 09/09/2010)
is it true that if its a low light you'll probably get poor pics quality with it as well?and is the shutter/lens durable and dependable?tnx.
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Chris Weigl (09/09/2010)
Yes, the camera wont perform very well in low-light. The autofocus will be slower and pictures grainier. All compacts have this problem to some extent however so don't expect great things elsewhere.
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Is there a setting that will help picture quality in low light? (poor picture quality in low light... — 10/27/2010)
Hello,
Is there a setting I can adjust to make picture queality in low light even a little bit better?
I bought this camera in a hurry for my friends wedding at Office Depot, I want to exchange for another camera that will have better picture quality in low light but their selection is very limited. Im uncertain what to exchange it for. If there is a setting I can adjust then I don't have to exchange. Help.
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Is there a setting I can adjust to make picture queality in low light even a little bit better?
I bought this camera in a hurry for my friends wedding at Office Depot, I want to exchange for another camera that will have better picture quality in low light but their selection is very limited. Im uncertain what to exchange it for. If there is a setting I can adjust then I don't have to exchange. Help.
Focus (Loren L. Dolezal — 08/15/2010)
I find there are many pictures that are not sharp.
There is no histogram on the camera to check exposure nore a grid to check framing or horizon level.
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There is no histogram on the camera to check exposure nore a grid to check framing or horizon level.
Birthday shopping! (Sasha — 08/09/2010)
Should I purchase a Nikon L110 or a Olympus SP 600-UZ? It's my birthday soon and I can afford them both I'm just uncertain which is better. Thanks. :) x
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Liam McCabe (08/09/2010)
We haven't reviewed the L110, so we can't say for sure, but we did think that the SP600-UZ was pretty good for the price.
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Debi Mosher (07/09/2010)
Can I purchase a telescopic lens for this?
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Liam McCabe (07/12/2010)
It's a fixed lens camera, so no. You cannot change lenses. There may be some sort of adapter than can sort of extend the range, but I don't think it will work very well. The L110 has such a long lens in the first place, so I think you'll be fine without one.
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Camera Price (Bill — 07/02/2010)
So if I can buy this camera new for 179 its a good deal.?
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Chris Weigl (07/02/2010)
Yes that's a very good deal. Just make sure that you're getting a US camera with a US warranty.
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NIKON COOLPIX L110 (TERESA B — 06/14/2010)
I WANT TO GET A DIGITAL CAMERA WITH HIGHER POWER ZOOM AND I'M WONDERING ABOUT THE NIKON COOLPIX L110. ANYONE HAVE ANY EXPERIENCE WITH IT OR HAVE AN OPINION?
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Chris Weigl (06/16/2010)
Looks like it's a fine performer but falls short on image quality. If you like the grip I'd take a look at other offerings, including Panasonic's FZ28 and Fuji's HS10. If you don't need the grip take a look at the Samsung HZ35W or Panasonic ZS7.
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Nikon Coolpix L110 (Earl Dagenhart — 11/08/2010)
This is a great little Nikon Digital Zoom .... the Electronic Flash is Manual and that means that it will not pop up when you shoot in Auto Mode..it allows you to select the mood when you want the flash to operate. Most digitals can capture a photo just using the natural light that is around the camera body. There is only when shooting inside or outside at night that the camera needs a light source to capture the right amount of light and that is where the Electronic Flash comes into play. You simply raise it by hand to take the photo, in the long run you will get a much better photo. Enjoy this great little baby!
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Please help (Wendy — 05/31/2010)
Ok. I need a new camera. What is better the nikon L110 or the KodakEasy Share Z981?
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Liam McCabe (06/01/2010)
We haven't tried either one. The Kodak Z981 seems to get better reviews around the web.
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camera (sachin — 05/30/2010)
NIKON COOLPIX l110 IS good or bad for sky photos.
someone saying that low light photos are not so good
please help me
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someone saying that low light photos are not so good
please help me
by James DeRuvo (06/01/2010)
nikons arent doing well in low light these days. check out the panasonic fh20.
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rrs (05/29/2010)
Does this camera have a built in flash?
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by James DeRuvo (06/01/2010)
yea.
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canon or nikon (james — 05/27/2010)
trying to choose between the nikon L110 and the canon SX120 IS. i'm an amature and plan on a lot of outdoor photos and photos of new baby. i like the zoom and 12mp of the nikon, but not sure if i need it. any advice would be helpful.
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by James DeRuvo (05/27/2010)
From model to model, Nikon has been suffering of late with poor low light performance. The L110 is no different. Get the SX120.
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Help ( — 05/19/2010)
Hey I need a new camera and have been watching your site for a year and half waiting for the right one to come along. I need one now so I can't keep waiting. I have a Lumix MC-l27 which is ok but I want something newer. what I need is a good solid camera with 10 to 12 mp 8x or more optical zoom. That take decent video and and low light shot and it need to run on AA batteries I don't need lots of bells and whistles I been looking at the L110, or the olympus SP-600uz and the cannon 120IS what do you think? or is there something else out the you would think is better need to keep in the $200 to maybe $250 really need to make decision Thanks John Penn
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by James DeRuvo (05/20/2010)
the Panasonic Fh20 or the Canon A series.
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FH20 ( — 05/20/2010)
Thanks for you info. I was worried about nikon and olympus brands. The Panasonic FH20 sounds very interesting to me but I do worry about the batteries. The canon A series none of them have very much zoom. I see that some like the ZS7 but the cost is a lot more, is the extra zoom and a little better video worth it? I know I can't have it all but I would like to do the best I can in my price range. also is the size of the FH20 about the same as my DMC-L27. Are there any other options out there that are as good as the FH20. Thank John
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cannon 120 is (kevin — 02/23/2011)
if ur lookin fo a good camera the cannnon 120 is takes fgreat pics but has a terrible 10 sec delay between pictures...i returned it and went with the nikon coolpix L110 great camera here no complaints
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Help ( — 05/19/2010)
Hey I need a new camera and have been watching your site for a year and half waiting for the right one to come along. I need one now so I can't keep waiting. I have a Lumix MC-l27 which is ok but I want something newer. what I need is a good solid camera with 10 to 12 mp 8x or more optical zoom. That take decent video and and low light shot and it need to run on AA batteries I don't need lots of bells and whistles I been looking at the L110, or the olympus SP-600uz and the cannon 120IS what do you think? or is there something else out the you would think is better need to keep in the $200 to maybe $250 really need to make decision Thanks John Penn
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by James DeRuvo (05/20/2010)
I like the Panasonic Fh20. It's right in that range (less, actually) as great Leica lens and 8x zoom for great low light performance and the video is pretty darn good for SD quality. But if you need it to run on AAs, I'd look at Canon's A series.
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neeraj tiwari (05/10/2010)
which one is better ? Nikon Coolpix 110 or Fujifilm finepix S2500HD.
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by James DeRuvo (05/13/2010)
Nikon's are having poor low light performance issues of late. So I'd be shying away from that, and look at the S2500HD. But I'd also take a look at Panasonic's FH20.
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drew_007 (04/19/2010)
I m going to buy this cam in about a week. N i have an option form Sony H55 or this Nikon L110. So which is the better option. And thanks in advance
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by James DeRuvo (04/21/2010)
My answer is to go Canon or Panasonic. But if you don't have that choice, and it's just between these two, you're better off with the Sony. Nikon's are lacking in low light these days.
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drew007 (04/21/2010)
thnx.. alot.. well i hv a choice its Panasonic fz35 ... is it good to buy... i jus hv to spend Rs 15000 INR appx 250$
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VEEKAY (06/14/2010)
Did you buy panazonic FZ35 in India for INR 15000K ? Pls reply. Does it carry manufacturer warranty ?
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naman25 (07/13/2010)
hey did u indeed get the panasonic FZ 35 at15000??? from where in India?
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Crystal (05/10/2010)
I just returned the Sony DSC-h55 today to get this one. I'm loving this camera but thinking of going back and returning this one and getting the Sony DSC-h55. I love this camera but it doesn't take clear quality pics like the h55 did.r
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Prasanna, India (04/11/2010)
I bought L110 and quite happy with its performance. I am still unclear about the pixel setting (what to keep 5 , 8 or 12). I don't print bigger pictures. 95% of them will be kept on my laptop. I will be happy if i get good sharpness which fills my laptop screen.
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Liam McCabe (04/12/2010)
Even as low as 5 MP, you'll probably be happy with the view on your computer screen. But, since the sensor is designed to capture 12 MP photos, it actually has to do extra work to shrink them down to the 5/8 MP settings (counter-intuitive, right?), and may actually cause image degradation. BUT, it is pretty subjective, so just try out a couple shots with the different settings, look at them on your screen, and see which one looks best to you. If you can't tell the difference, then you may as well go with the smaller 5 MP shots. And if you're unhappy later, you can always change it back. Hope this helps.
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Seems Fine To Me (Hank — 04/10/2010)
Owned my about three weeks now. Still learning, but it appears to have plenty of potential. Enough bells and whistles to do a variety of things. Am still getting used to not having a view finder though.
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Emad (04/08/2010)
hi guys, i read in some reviews a comments for a problem in its flash,r that true or not?
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Liam McCabe (04/08/2010)
We haven't tested this camera, but if it's been mentioned in a couple of reviews, there's probably something to it
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Emad (04/09/2010)
Please guys if anyone heard a problem in flash pleasssssssssse till me.
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Flash (Tom E. — 08/31/2010)
I've had no problems whatsoever with the flash. You do have to raise it manually, but at least it's not going off when you didn't want it. I find that an advantage. Overall I'm very satisfied with this camera.
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There are problems with the flash (Chuck — 02/09/2011)
I am trying out my second L110 and the problem is consistent. Having it in the Easy Mode with the flash flipped up, it is suppose to flash when there is a need for additional light. Sometimes it will flash, but more often it will not. The flash will turn itself off for no apparent reason and the result is extremely grainy pictures. I have tried it it a totally dark room with the same result. Being in Wisconsin we take a lot of pictures inside in the winter. I lost a lot of nice shots of my grandchildren. I can't understand why so many people are raving about this camera. I always thought Nikon had a good reputation---I am thoroughly disappointed. I called Nikon technical support twice----they have no solution and can find no fault in the way I am using it. I read the manual over and over of the information of the flash---there is nothing that shows an operational problem on my part.
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I AGREE (Lisa A — 04/07/2010)
I totally agree with you on that one!!!
I just got mine a week ago and I am still learning on how to use it! so I can be better at it!! and let me tell you
I am very impressed with the performance & quality of the pictures. I do have a prof. camera somewhat very bulky that's why I bought this L110 and I am happy with it :-)))
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I just got mine a week ago and I am still learning on how to use it! so I can be better at it!! and let me tell you
I am very impressed with the performance & quality of the pictures. I do have a prof. camera somewhat very bulky that's why I bought this L110 and I am happy with it :-)))
Adolfo Reyes (04/03/2010)
Is there a viewfinder on the L110?
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Liam McCabe (04/05/2010)
No unfortunately.
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Excellent Point and Shoot Camera (David Brown — 03/30/2010)
I recently purchases the L110 and found it very easy to use. The picture quality was excellent. The price is very cheap so it is basically a throw away camera which is a big advantage. I paid only $270 dollars.
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go for it now (Anil — 03/16/2010)
i hv bought this camera a week ago its a classic camera user friendly 95% satisfaction in each mode beats sony cameras in most of tests if u have to buy a affordable but big performer hiperf..startup range so go for it blindly. no problem i m testing it from 1 week in all conditions kind of touturing it bt it still perfom excellent so frnds no problem in this camera just hav some size isshu bt it matters only 5% to a nrml person. any how claasic choise if any body wanna go fr it take care frnds hav a nice choice its anil sng off nw
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Picture quality (Craig — 03/09/2010)
is picture sharpness in the L 110 better than the L 100? Sharpness in the L 100 is unexeptable
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by James DeRuvo (03/10/2010)
Probably about the same.
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Probably about the same as the L100? (Simon — 03/14/2010)
That's one heck of a guess to say it's "probably" the same as the L100. Anyone can guess. Why not actually test it before posting information that could be completely inaccurate.
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Stop messing about and take pictures instead (Andre — 03/06/2010)
anybody complaining about this camera should learn how to use it first and only then should judge it.
I think it is quite stunning what you can achieve with it. If you think there is better (and there is!!!) well then go and spend 10 times more to get just what only the expert can see + at least a couple of months to learn how to use it.
This is a fine machine that allow you to get creative.
Anyway no matter how sofisticated a camera is most people still would not be able to get the best out of it and would do a better job if they were to use the L110.
Be productive don't waste your time messing about
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I think it is quite stunning what you can achieve with it. If you think there is better (and there is!!!) well then go and spend 10 times more to get just what only the expert can see + at least a couple of months to learn how to use it.
This is a fine machine that allow you to get creative.
Anyway no matter how sofisticated a camera is most people still would not be able to get the best out of it and would do a better job if they were to use the L110.
Be productive don't waste your time messing about
Learn to use it first then u can comment (Andre — 03/06/2010)
anybody complaining about this camera should learn how to use it first and only then should judge it.
I think it is quite stunning what you can achieve with it. If you think there is better (and there is!!!) well then go and spend 10 times more to get just what only the expert can see + at least a couple of months to learn how to use it.
This is a fine machine that allow you to get creative.
Anyway no matter how sofisticated a camera is most people still would not be able to get the best out of it and would do a better job if they were to use the L110.
Be productive don't waste your time messing about
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I think it is quite stunning what you can achieve with it. If you think there is better (and there is!!!) well then go and spend 10 times more to get just what only the expert can see + at least a couple of months to learn how to use it.
This is a fine machine that allow you to get creative.
Anyway no matter how sofisticated a camera is most people still would not be able to get the best out of it and would do a better job if they were to use the L110.
Be productive don't waste your time messing about
I AGREE (Lisa A — 04/07/2010)
I totally agree with you on that one!!!
I just got mine a week ago and I am still learning on how to use it! so I can be better at it!! and let me tell you
I am very impressed with the performance & quality of the pictures. I do have a prof. camera somewhat very bulky that's why I bought this L110 and I am happy with it :-)))
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I just got mine a week ago and I am still learning on how to use it! so I can be better at it!! and let me tell you
I am very impressed with the performance & quality of the pictures. I do have a prof. camera somewhat very bulky that's why I bought this L110 and I am happy with it :-)))
qewrer guang (03/05/2010)
this is a full grade camera
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Nikon Coolpix L110 Reviews
Nikon Coolpix L110 Reviews by Digital Camera-HQ Users
- 5.0 out of 5
Nikon Coolpix is the winner
(Megh Mallik — 10/13/2010)
The COOLPIX L110 Boasts 15x Zoom and HD Movie Capability, While the COOLPIX L22 Digital Camera Offers Big Features at a Small Price.
While the L110 digital camera affords users the ability to get close to all of life’s moments with its powerful zoom lens, the compact design and ease of use of the L22 makes it the go-anywhere, anytime digital camera for any occasion.
The L-series point-and-shoot digital cameras define simplicity and value, ready to capture life’s precious moments with stunning quality and clarity with the aid of Nikon technologies such as the Smart Portrait System, Scene Auto Selector and legendary NIKKOR Optics.
These new additions to the COOLPIX L-series continue the tradition of empowering consumers to enjoy photography with cameras that are easy to use, with features that make taking great photos an enjoyable experience for the whole family.
Both of these new Life series cameras help make flattering portraits of friends and family easy with the Smart Portrait System, which integrates the following advanced features:
In-Camera Red-Eye FixTM automatically fixes most instances of red-eye
Enhanced Face-Priority AF can detect up to 12 faces from a variety of angles
Smile Mode automatically detects when your subject smiles and releases the shutter.
Blink Warning notifies the user when a subject has blinked in a photo
The COOLPIX L110 Digital CameraThe L110 digital camera achieves its versatility through a 15x Optical Zoom-NIKKOR lens. Covering a wide 28mm to 420mm super-telephoto focal range, the lens can readily handle everything from action shots at the kid’s soccer game to stunning landscapes from the family vacation.
The 12.1-megapixel COOLPIX L110 features a large, bright 3.0-inch high-resolution (460,000-dot) LCD for easy composition, viewing, and sharing of images; while a new High Definition (HD) 720p movie mode features a built-in stereo microphone, and a dedicated movie selector button that makes it simple to switch from capturing stills to recording HD movies. In addition, the COOLPIX L110 digital camera features the ability to utilize the optical zoom and auto focus operations during video capture to make focusing and staying with the action simple and easy.
For example, when photographing or capturing video clips of fast moving pets or children, users will be able to retain focus and easily keep the subject within the frame. Additionally, consumers will not miss the action with Sport Continuous Mode, which captures images at a blazing 11.1 frames per second (3 MP resolution).
The Nikon Coolpix L110 is a winner for the price. While image quality perhaps isn't its sweetest spot, there's no denying that an easy to use point-and-shoot with a 15x optical zoom for under £200 is a decent buy. The AA battery power may be an off-put for some, yet a reason to purchase for others. Certainly not the smallest of cameras for those looking for a true ‘compact' compact, but the L110 does pack in a big lens, is well designed and easy to use. It even ties in 720p HD video into the package which is further icing on the cake. Good though not excellent, but you'll have quite a job finding a better competitor than the L110 for less money.
- 5.0 out of 5
excellent zoom, easy to use friendly camera for the budget concious
(sukhbir thind — 04/28/2010)
took long zoom photos of places beyond reach and result was very good for ex down a valley and swans in a lake.the camera is very easy to operate and wide view is good.flash was the best i have used so far .it is a steal at this price.the supplied batt have done really well far better then the sony camera and batt which are a pain
pic quality depends upon the setting and the operator but is very good for this price.
