Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the release of a number of new COOLPIX compact digital cameras. From the high-performance and multi-functional P series, which supports full-scale photography, comes the COOLPIX P610; from the S series, which combines advanced functions with simple operation, come the COOLPIX S9900 and COOLPIX S7000; and from the L series, with which the functions and simple operation that make using a digital camera fun are emphasized, come the COOLPIX L840 and COOLPIX L340.
The P610 is a model that supports full-scale photography with a 60x optical zoom (up to 120x*1 when Dynamic Fine Zoom is used) NIKKOR lens that covers the wide-angle 24 mm to super-telephoto 1440 mm angles of view (equivalent focal lengths in 35mm [135] format), Dual Detect Optical VR, which offers the best compensation for camera shake—equivalent to a 5.0-stop*2 increase in shutter speed—available from a Nikon compact digital camera, and has a shooting time lag of approximately 0.12 s*3. The P610 is also one of the smallest*4 cameras in the 60x or higher optical zoom class, and offers better basic performance and more advanced functions than ever before with a high-performance NIKKOR lens that utilizes a super ED lens element for superior chromatic aberration compensation. It is also the first COOLPIX camera to be equipped with an electronic viewfinder with a built-in eye sensor.
The S9900 is a high-performance, multi-functional model equipped with features such as a 30x optical zoom (up to 60x*1 when Dynamic Fine Zoom is used) NIKKOR lens that covers the wide-angle 25 mm to super-telephoto 750 mm angles of view (equivalent focal lengths in 35mm [135] format), a 3-in., approximately 921k-dot vari-angle TFT LCD monitor that increases possibilities for imaging expression with support for shooting from a wide variety of angles, high-speed AF that ensures certain capture of decisive moments, and a location data function with built-in world map that supports GPS (with A-GPS*5), GLONASS, and QZSS. The elegant, orthodox design and adoption of a command dial, along with a completely new design of the camera body and operational controls, support the enjoyment of full-scale photography.
The S7000 is an elegant and stylish model with the world’s slimmest and lightest*6 body, which makes it easy to take anywhere. It is equipped with a high-performance 20x optical zoom (up to 40x*1 when Dynamic Fine Zoom is used) NIKKOR lens that covers the wide-angle 25 mm to super-telephoto 500 mm angles of view (equivalent focal lengths in 35mm [135] format), as well as 4-axis Hybrid VR (vibration reduction) . In addition, the camera’s backside illumination CMOS sensor and effective pixel count of 16.0-million pixels achieve superior image quality. In addition to excellent basic performance, the S7000 is equipped with new movie functions, such as Time-lapse Movie function and Short Movie Show mode, which allow users to enjoy unique forms of expression while leaving everything up to the camera.
The L840 is a model that offers simple operation and superior image quality. It is equipped with a 38x optical zoom (up to 76x*1 when Dynamic Fine Zoom is used) NIKKOR lens that covers the wide-angle 22.5 mm to super-telephoto 855 mm angles of view (equivalent focal lengths in 35mm [135] format). The L840 is also equipped with features and functions that enable more comfortable and enjoyable shooting, including a 3-in. high-definition tilting TFT LCD monitor that makes shooting from a variety of angles fun, a large grip that fits easily and comfortably in the hand, as well as simple and intuitive operation.
The L340 is a model that makes capturing beautiful images easy with simple operations. It packs a 28x optical zoom (up to 56x*1 when Dynamic Fine Zoom is used) NIKKOR lens that covers the wide-angle 22.5 mm to super-telephoto 630 mm angles of view (equivalent focal lengths in 35mm [135] format) in one of the smallest bodies in its class. It also offers a large grip that fits easily and comfortably in the hand, simple and intuitive operation, a vibration reduction (VR) function that offers excellent compensation for camera shake, and a large, high-definition LCD monitor.
In addition, all models (except the L340) offer support for NFC, which enables simple connection to a Wi-Fi® network by simply touching the camera to an NFC-enabled smart device*7, as well as recording of high-definition 1920×1080 60p/60i movies capable of smooth expression of movement made possible with a high-performance vibration reduction (VR) function.
What’s more, the cameras stimulate the user’s creativity by making shooting more fun and providing an environment for communications with features such as the new Time-lapse Movie*8 function and Short Movie Show*9 mode, which enable creation of impressive movies, as well as shooting functions such as the Scene Auto Selector mode, and a variety of functions for editing images, including Special Effects and Glamour Retouch.