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Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue)

  • Sugg Retail Price: $119.95
  • GBP 76.58
  • No Longer Available
  • B&H # NICPL20BL
  • Mfr# 26165

Product Highlights

  • 10.0 Megapixels
  • 3.6x Optical Zoom (38-136mm)
  • 3.0-inch High Resolution LCD
  • High Sensitivity (ISO 1600)
  • Motion Detection
  • Easy Auto Mode
  • Smart Portrait System
  • Powered by AA-Size Batteries

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The Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera provides simple operation with a compact and stylish camera body. The 10.0 megapixel resolution combined with the high quality 3x Nikkor-Zoom lens produces beautiful photographs while its intuitive operation ensures error-free command over the cameras features & functions. The large 3.0-inch LCD Display offer a bright image that is a pleasure to view, even outdoors. And the body itself assures a solid grip with a balance of flowing surfaces contrasted by sharp edge lines. Furthermore, extended light sensitivity as high as ISO 1600 prevents blurred shots in lower light, or when capturing fast-moving subjects. There is even an Easy Auto mode where users can turn on the camera and shoot without worrying about any settings - or users can access 14 different scene modes and three movie modes to get the best results to match the moment.

Powered by Nikon's exclusive EXPEED image processing engine, the Coolpix L20 features a selection of three innovative functions that provide the ability to actually improve the quality of images within the camera. Face-priority AF automatically finds then focuses on people's faces for crisp, clear results time after time. In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically compensates to help eradicate traces of the annoying red-eye effect that can sometimes be encountered during flash photography. And D-Lighting can be applied to improve underexposed images or shots taken with too much backlight. D-Lighting automatically creates a copy of the image with detail added where necessary, but with well-exposed areas left completely untouched. These innovative functions are combined in the cameras Smart Portrait System, along with the smile modes and blink warning feature to assure that your portrait and group shot always look great.

10.0 Megapixel Resolution
The Coolpix L20 can produce images with 10.0 megapixel resolution to deliver pictures with true-to-life color and pleasing details. What's more, with this high resolution, images can be significantly enlarged and still look absolutely stunning
High Quality 3.6x Optical Zoom-Nikkor Lens
The Zoom Nikkor glass lens of the Coolpix L20 produces incredibly sharp, clear images; while the Macro capability of the lens lets you focus as close as 2 inches. In addition, there is a 4x digital zoom providing a combined zoom capability of over 14x
High Sensitivity (ISO 1600)
Keep shooting, even in lower light with the high ISO capability of the Coolpix L20 - the cameras sensitivity is completely automatic and has a range from ISO 64 all the way to an incredible ISO 1600
Easy Auto Mode
The Easy Auto mode makes photography even easier by having the camera take complete control of settings, so you simply turn on the camera and shoot without worrying about them
Smart Portrait System
The Smart portrait system combines the functions of several exclusive Nikon technologies including Nikon's innovative smile mode that releases the camera shutter at the moment that your subject smiles, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix which automatically detects and corrects for red eye, D-Lighting which compensates for excessive backlight or insufficient flash in images, and Enhanced Face Priority AF which automatically finds and focuses on up to 12 people's faces within one frame - all to ensure that portraits and group shots will always look their best
3.0" LCD Display
The high resolution 3.0-inch LCD makes it easy to compose shots and play them back anywhere and the high contrast display ensures that the display is easily viewable - even in direct sunlight
Compatible with AA-size Batteries
The Coolpix L20 is compatible with AA-size (LR6) batteries, which are widely available around the world. As a result, users can shoot as they like without having to worry about recharging or running out of power
Camera Type Compact Point-and-shoot Digital Camera
Imaging
Resolution 10.0 Megapixel
Sensor 1/2.33" 10.34 Megapixel CCD
Bit Depth 24-bit RGB
File Formats JPEG
File Size JPEG
Color Spaces Normal, Vivid, Portrait, Black and White, Sepia, Cyanotype
Image Stabilization Yes (digital)
Crop Factor Not Applicable
Optics
Lens Zoom-NIKKOR Glass Lens (f/3.1-6.7)
Zoom 3.6x
Lens Mount Not Applicable
Focus Type Contrast-detect TTL AF
Focus Range Normal: 12" (30cm) - infinity
Macro: 2.0" (5cm) - infinity
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount No
Shooting Controls
Sensitivity Auto ISO (64-1600)
Shutter Speeds Not Specified by Manufacturer
Metering Matrix metering
Exposure Modes Auto, Scene, Scene Auto Selector
White Balance Auto
Mirror Lock-Up Not Applicable
Burst Capability Approx. 1 fps continuous
Self Timer 10 seconds
Interval Recording No
Remote Control No
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes (Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off)
Effective Flash Range 1.6' (0.5 m) - 20.6' (6.3 m) wide
External Flash Connection No
Dedicated Flash System Not Applicable
Max Sync Speed Not Applicable
Memory
Built-in Memory 20MB
Memory Card Type Secure Digital (SD/SDHC)
Still Images per GB Approx. 180 (10M)
A/V Recording
Video Recording AVI Motion JPEG with sound
Video Resolution TV movie (640 x 480 @ 30 fps)
Small size (320 x 240 @ 30 or 15 fps)
Video Clip Length Clip length limited by available memory to a maximum of 2GB
Audio Recording Audio with Video only
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type LCD Display as Viewfinder
Viewfinder Coverage 96%
Display 3.0" TFT Color LCD (230,000 pixels)
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity USB 2.0 High-speed
Composite Video Out (NTSC & PAL)
System & Software Requirements Windows System
  • Windows XP, Vista (32bit)
  • Built-in USB port
  • CD-ROM drive

Macintosh System

  • Mac OS X (10.3.9, 10.4.x)
  • Built-in USB port
  • CD-ROM drive
Environmental
Operating/Storage Temperature Not Specified by Manufacturer
Weatherproofing No
Durability Not Specified by Manufacturer
Power
Battery Type 2x AA-size Batteries (Alkaline, Lithium, Oxyride, NiMH)
Power Adapter EH-65A AC Adapter (optional)
Physical
Dimensions 2.4 x 3.8 x 1.2" (61 x 97 x 29mm)
Weight 4.8 oz (135g)

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NikonCoolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue)
 
4.1

(based on 16 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

87%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (14)
  • Large clear LCD (8)
  • Easy to setup (6)
  • Compact (5)
  • Great picture quality (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Family photos (13)
    • Travel (11)
    • Fun (8)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Photo enthusiast (6), Semi-pro photographer (6), Casual photographer (4)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Gift for my sister

    I bought this as a Christmas gift for my 32 yr old sister. She took a few photos Christmas Day just to get familiar with it. The lid to the battery compartment was very ...Read complete review

    I bought this as a Christmas gift for my 32 yr old sister. She took a few photos Christmas Day just to get familiar with it. The lid to the battery compartment was very difficult to close after inserting the batteries. I tried normal rechargeable AAs first but couldn't get the lid to close. After several minutes I gave up and inserted the batteries that came in the box. I noticed the batteries that came in the box are very slightly smaller than normal rechargeable batteries. It was still difficult but I finally got the lid ti stay closed. The camera is supposed to be able to use rechargeable AAs so she'll use the shorter-life batteries for the time being and hopefully we'll figure out a way for the lid to close when we insert rechargeable AAs. Otherwise, the camera seems to work OK. She's never had a digital camera before; that's why I bought her this one. Even though it's a very simple camera, it'll still take awhile for her to learn how it works. She was very pleased with it and is looking forward to using it more extensively after she becomes comfortable with it.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Decent budget camara

    I was not impressed with its lo light ability, however for the price and application you can't beat it anywhere on the market. I purchased a red one and a blue one(Daughter 13 ...Read complete review

    I was not impressed with its lo light ability, however for the price and application you can't beat it anywhere on the market. I purchased a red one and a blue one(Daughter 13 and son 8.)They enjoyed its simplistic feature set. My son "likes how you can make it set to different scenes." If you couldn't care less about 720p video and your looking to purcase a rugged camera for your children then 2 cameras for under $180 is an exceptional value.

    Reviewed by 16 customers

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    4.0

    Excelent relation quality-price

    By Alexandra

    from Salt Lake City, UT

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Good Image Quality
    • Good Image Stabilization
    • Good in Low Light
    • Large Clear LCD
    • Short Lag Time
    • Small / Compact

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Family Photos
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Travel
      • Wildlife photos

      Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

      I bought it for my brother, a professional diver, who wanted to make underwater pictures with a AA-Battery camera.
      I also bought the red filter and the Fantasea housing, and the results are astonishing!
      Great resolution of image, amazing portability even for a AA compact camera, easy to set, nice settings such as the panoramic assitant: wonderfull product.

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      3.0

      Decent budget camara

      By Denese's husband and Bobs twin

      from Charlotte NC

      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Decent image quality
      • Easy To Use
      • Large Clear LCD
      • Small / Compact

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Affordable childs camera
        • Durability
        • Family Photos
        • Video

        Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

        I was not impressed with its lo light ability, however for the price and application you can't beat it anywhere on the market. I purchased a red one and a blue one(Daughter 13 and son 8.)They enjoyed its simplistic feature set. My son "likes how you can make it set to different scenes." If you couldn't care less about 720p video and your looking to purcase a rugged camera for your children then 2 cameras for under $180 is an exceptional value.

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        4.0

        Gift for my sister

        By Big Mama

        from Texas

        About Me Casual Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Small / Compact

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Family Photos
          • Indoors/Low Light
          • Landscape/Scenery
          • Travel

          Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

          I bought this as a Christmas gift for my 32 yr old sister. She took a few photos Christmas Day just to get familiar with it. The lid to the battery compartment was very difficult to close after inserting the batteries. I tried normal rechargeable AAs first but couldn't get the lid to close. After several minutes I gave up and inserted the batteries that came in the box. I noticed the batteries that came in the box are very slightly smaller than normal rechargeable batteries. It was still difficult but I finally got the lid ti stay closed. The camera is supposed to be able to use rechargeable AAs so she'll use the shorter-life batteries for the time being and hopefully we'll figure out a way for the lid to close when we insert rechargeable AAs. Otherwise, the camera seems to work OK. She's never had a digital camera before; that's why I bought her this one. Even though it's a very simple camera, it'll still take awhile for her to learn how it works. She was very pleased with it and is looking forward to using it more extensively after she becomes comfortable with it.

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          5.0

          Easy to use

          By Mary Macaroni

          from New York, NY

          About Me Casual Photographer

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Good Image Quality

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Family Photos

            Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

            Very easy to use right from the start. Takes great snapshots of my family.

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            5.0

            I would buy this product again and again

            By Jorge Lopez Hernandez

            from Honduras

            About Me Photo Enthusiast

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Family Photos
              • Travel

              Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

              It is an excellent camera, though it has a low price and small photos for my people is what you would hope.

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              4.0

              Good Camera for traveling light

              By Geno

              from Eastern Long Island, NY

              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Use
              • Good battery life
              • Good Image Quality
              • Small / Compact

              Cons

              • Limited Zoom
              • Poor Operation in Low Light

              Best Uses

              • Family Photos
              • Fun
              • Photojournalism
              • Travel
              • Video

              Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

              I keep the Coolpix with me almost all the time. I use it when my DSLR might bring too much attention. For close to medium range it is a quality product, longer ranges show why I have a 300 mm lens on the DSLR. It's a fine general purpose camera, and can fit in a shirt pocket. Not to mention it uses AA batteries, which can be obtained anywhere.

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              5.0

              Small size, big impace

              By Heather

              from Tampa, FL

              About Me Photo Enthusiast

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Use
              • Good battery life
              • Good Image Quality
              • Good Image Stabilization
              • Large Clear LCD
              • Small / Compact

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Fun

                Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

                Easy to use controls, fast flash warm up - great to keep in my purse to catch unexpected moments!

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                2.0

                Sent mine back for a different one

                By jvale

                from Chicago, IL

                About Me Casual Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use

                Cons

                • Weak Construction

                Best Uses

                • Still shots

                Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

                This camera is ok, and will certainly get the job done, but i feels cheap and i didn't like how it shoots. The function that is most important to me in a point and shoot is when you are holding down the shutter button half way and focused it should shoot the instant you push it down all the way. This camera does not, there is a small delay. When dealing with kids, dogs, and almost all action shots it is not worth trying to work around.

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                3.0

                Big disappointment!

                By Hope

                from NYC

                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                Verified Reviewer

                Pros

                  Cons

                  • Died in 30 days

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

                    It broke after less than one month of use and I had bought an extended warranty (through [...], never again!). Now I will buy at B&H. Nikon? Not so sure. It did take good pictures. Need it for newsletter. Been using my 35mm for many years. This was a birthday present. AA batteries only lasted a day. Tried to shoot in the sun, and then it just died. Turns on, but no pix. Waste of money.

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                    5.0

                    Great, Convenient and Easy to Use!

                    By hipshot

                    from Dayton, OH

                    About Me Photo Enthusiast

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Bright LCD
                    • Comfortable Controls
                    • Easy Setup
                    • Easy To Use
                    • Great Picture Quality
                    • Strong Construction

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Family Photos
                      • Fun
                      • Travel

                      Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

                      This camera offers out of the box ease of use for the quick snapshot shooter, yet also offers menu driven control levels to enable that same shooter to produce fantastic night images, closeups, and even panoramics!

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                      4.0

                      A basic no-frills camera (what I wanted)

                      By Steve

                      from Penna.

                      About Me Casual Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Easy To Use
                      • Runs on AA batteries

                      Cons

                      • Easy-Auto Mode is dumb
                      • Poor Operation in Low Light

                      Best Uses

                      • Family Photos
                      • Fun
                      • Travel

                      Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

                      Basic camera that takes photos.

                      The auto-face detection is slow, but works 75% of the time. In "easy auto mode", the camera sometimes decides NOT to use the flash resulting in a dark photo. You then have to retake the photo in a different mode and manually select the flash.

                      I LOVE the fact that it runs on AA batteries.

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                      4.0

                      Excellent photo quality & easy to use!

                      By Dave

                      from Miami, Fl

                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Bright LCD
                      • Easy Setup
                      • Easy To Use
                      • Great Picture Quality
                      • Strong Construction

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Family Photos
                        • Fun
                        • Travel

                        Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

                        I see the same picture quality in my photos as I get from my Nikon D40 and due to the size of the new L20, it is easy to take along when taking a DSLR is just to much.

                        Dave

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                        5.0

                        Great Pocket Camera

                        By Sam B.

                        from Fort Worth, TX

                        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                        Verified Reviewer

                        Pros

                        • Bright LCD
                        • Comfortable Controls
                        • Easy Setup
                        • Easy to Keep Clean
                        • Easy To Use
                        • Great Picture Quality
                        • Strong Construction
                        • Uses Standard AA Batts

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Family Photos
                          • Fun
                          • Travel

                          Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

                          I bought this camera to carry when I don't want to be burdened with an SLR. Also for use when traveling light or backpacking. I picked this particular model mainly because it uses standard AA batteries & I don't have to worry about charging a specialty battery. Especially useful for camping & backpacking because my GPS unit & flashlights also use AAs, so I only have to carry one type of replacement battery for everything. No, it's not a full featured $2k+ digital SLR, but it covers 90% of the needs for a "snapshot" camera. The video is not the greatest, especially in low light; but, hey, at least it does video, too!

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                          4.0

                          Good all around camera

                          By Bjorn the swede

                          from Sweden

                          About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Bright LCD
                          • Easy Setup
                          • Great Picture Quality

                          Cons

                          • Long Lag Time

                          Best Uses

                          • Family Photos
                          • Fun
                          • Travel

                          Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

                          The camera works very good, you can take pictures in very dark places and with the motion detection the pictures become very good. And i can use the video mode with satisfaction, though the sound wasent all good therefore it cant get five stars. You have to talk loud and the sound dosent get very good any way.

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                          5.0

                          I will recomend it to anyone

                          By chebelca

                          from Slovenia

                          About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Bright LCD
                          • Comfortable Controls
                          • Easy Setup
                          • Easy to Keep Clean
                          • Easy To Use
                          • Great Picture Quality
                          • Strong Construction

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Art
                            • Family Photos
                            • Fun
                            • Travel

                            Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

                            I use it for fun and work. It's great camera - pocket size. It's making beautiful quality pictures that can be used also for jumbos or grafic design like I do.

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                            4.0

                            Solid point and shoot

                            By schuenke

                            from Houston, TX

                            About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Easy Setup
                            • Easy To Use

                            Cons

                            • Long Lag Time

                            Best Uses

                            • Family Photos
                            • Travel

                            Comments about Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue):

                            Good for travel
                            Simple to use
                            Nice large LCD

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                            Memory Cards

                            Sufficient memory is not included so be sure to have enough storage capacity.

                            SanDisk -  4GB SDHC Memory Card
                            • Price: $7.85
                            • GBP 5.01
                            Used Dept.
                             

                            Batteries & Power

                            Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.

                            Nikon -  EH-65A AC Adapter for the Nikon Coolpix L Series Digital Cameras
                            • Price: $25.99
                            • GBP 16.59
                             

                            Bags & Straps

                            Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a strap.

                            Nikon -  Neoprene Case (Black)
                            • Price: $9.95
                            • GBP 6.35
                             

                            Screen Protectors

                            Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.

                            GGI -  Digital Screen Care Kit
                            • Price: $7.49
                            • GBP 4.78
                             

                            Card Readers

                            Download your pictures faster and save battery life.

                            GGI -  Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0
                            • Price: $9.95
                            • GBP 6.35
                             

                            Filters & Adapters

                            Get the desired effect with a filter and the appropriate adapter.

                            Cokin -  Shoe Digital Filter Holder "A300"
                            • Price: $13.98
                            • GBP 8.93
                             

                            Tripod & Support

                            Place your camera on a tripod for the support and stability you need.

                            Steve Levit Associates LLC -  HandPod
                            • Price: $6.95
                            • Limited supply at this price
                             

                            Books & Tutorials

                            Learn all that your new camera can do.

                            McGraw-Hill -  Book: How to Do Everything with Your Digital Camera
                            • Price: $17.95
                            • GBP 11.46
                             

                            Warranties & Support

                            Guarantee your enjoyment with premium coverage and support.

                            Nikon -  2-Year Extended Service Coverage (ESC)
                            • Price: $22.95
                            • GBP 14.65
                             

                            What's in the Box

                            Nikon Coolpix L20 Digital Camera (Navy Blue)
                            • 2x AA Alkaline Batteries
                            • USB Cable (UC-E6)
                            • Audio/Video Cable (EG-CP14)
                            • Camera Strap (AN-CP19)
                            • Coolpix Software Suite CD-ROM
                            • User Guide
                            • 1-Year Manufacturers Limited Warranty
                             
                             
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