Nikon Coolpix P2 Digital Camera

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Coolpix P2 Digital Camera Overview

The Nikon Coolpix P2 digital Camera, with 5.1 effective megapixels of ultra-sharp resolution, along with Nikon's advanced in-camera image processing, ensures vivid pictures and incredible detail. Combining advanced features, like aperture priority mode, advanced scene modes and in-camera image correction, together with the freedom of wireless image transfer to computers or compatible printers offers a new dimension of excitement for picture taking and sharing.

5.1 Megapixel Resolution
With 5.1 million effective pixels, you'll be able to make stunning prints up to 11 x 14 inches and beyond.
High Quality 3.5x Optical Zoom-Nikkor Glass Lens
Nikkor optics captures incredibly sharp, clear images plus a 4x digital zoom for a total zoom of 14x. The 3.5x Zoom-Nikkor Glass Lens gives you the power of a 36-126mm (35mm equiv.) lens, while Macro capability lets you get as close as 1.6 in. This combination is supported by Nikon's world-renowned optical technology, delivering crisp, clear images.
Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity
Using IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g technology, the COOLPIX P1 comes fully equipped for wireless communication either direct to PC or direct to printer. Wireless Image Transfer moves images from the camera to a wireless-equipped computer (set up in a LAN) at the press of a button, Wireless Live Transfer moves images to the computer as they are taken. Wireless Print provides direct print to any PictBridge-compatible USB either connected to the computer or direct to the printer (no computer needed) through the use of the optional Wireless Printer Adapter PD-10.
Advanced Image Processing
Nikon's exclusive image processing technology takes true-to-life images a step closer to reality. A 256-segment Matrix Metering system enables optimal exposures in even the most challenging lighting situations.
Bright 2.5 inch LCD
The oversized 2.5" LCD screen makes composing pictures easier, as well as making it more fun to share pictures while they are still in the camera.
Advanced Scene Modes
The camera features 16 specially programmed modes to automatically handle focus, exposure, white balance and other adjustments that help you take great pictures at the press of a button. Nikon has also added a level of fine control with the Advanced Scene Modes. These modes offer a choice of three effects that can further enhance the results of several of the automated Scene Modes to more closely fit your personal preferences.
Exclusive Nikon In-Camera Red-Eye Fix and D-Lighting Features
The in-camera red-eye fix automatically fixes most instances of red-eye in the camera so you may never see red eyes again, and the D-Lighting Feature automatically brightens the dark areas in the picture when in playback mode. Add to that the in-camera cropping feature and Direct printing Capability and you may never need to edit pictures on a computer again!
Exclusive Face Priority AF
Imagine a camera smart enough to find a face in a portrait shot. Nikon's Face Priority AF function can do just that when selected through the Portrait Scene Mode. As its name suggests, Face Priority AF ensures that faces remain in focus when shooting portraits by automatically sensing the presence of a human face within the frame and setting accurate focus accordingly.
Adjustable GUI (Graphic User Interface) with Help Button
The adjustable Graphic User Interface allows you to change the interface to view either the icon view or the traditional menu item view. Press the help (?) button and it will instantly display an explanation for all main menu functions on the LCD.
Includes PictureProject software
Nikon's Exclusive PictureProject software is designed to extend the enjoyment of taking pictures by making it simple to transferring images from camera to computer, organizing images so they're easy to find, editing them to add an extra sparkle, designing ways to show off the pictures and sharing them with friends and family. From camera to computer to print to e-mail - it's all about fun when you choose Nikon Coolpix with PictureProject!

Coolpix P2 Digital Camera Specs

Camera Type
Compact Point-and-shoot Digital Camera
Image Quality
Image Sensor
1/1.8" 5.26 Megapixel CCD
Effective Resolution
5.1 million pixels
Color Depth
24-Bit RGB
Color Modes
Saturation Adjust (Maximum, Enhanced, Normal, Moderate, Minimum)
Standard, Vivid, Black & White, Sepia, Cool modes available in Video mode
Image File Formats
JPEG (Fine, Normal, Basic)
Recorded Resolution
5M (2594 x 1944)
3:2 (2592 x 1728)
3M (2048 x 1536)

2M (1600 x 1200)
1M (1280 x 960)
PC (1024 x768)
TV (640 x 480)
Video Recording
AVI Motion JPEG with Audio
TV movie (640 x 480 @ 30fps)
TV movie (640 x 480 @ 15fps)
Small size (320 x 240 @ 15fps)
Smaller size (160 x 120 @ 15fps)
Sepia movie (320 x 240 @ 5fps)
B/W movie (320 x 240 @ 15fps)
Time-lapse movie (30fps playback)
Audio Recording
WAV Format
Up to 20 seconds record with image
Optics
Lens Type
Zoom-Nikkor Lens (7 elements in 6 groups)
Optical Zoom
3.5x
Lens Focal Length
7.5mm - 26.3mm (36mm - 126mm equivalent)
Digital Zoom
4x
Minimum Focus Distance
1.6" (4cm)
Maximum Aperture
f/2.7-5.2
Optical Image Stabilization
No (Electronic VR in movie mode only)
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount
No
Focus Control
Focus Type
Contrast-detect TTL AF with AF-assist illuminator and Blur Warning
Focus Modes
Auto (9-area AF), Manual, Center-focus area selection
Focus Range
Normal: 19.6" (50cm) - infinity
Macro: 1.6" (4cm) - infinity
Exposure Control
Sensitivity
Auto
Shutter Type
Not Specified
Shutter Speed
8 - 1/2000 second
Aperture Range
Wide: f/2.7 - f/7.6 (Ten-step)
Telephoto: f/5.2 - f/7.3 (Four-step)
Exposure Metering
256-segment matrix metering (Spot, Center-weighted, Spot AF)
Exposure Modes
Auto, Aperture Priority Mode, Advanced Scene Mode
White Balance Modes
Auto, Daylight, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Cloudy, Flash
Scene Modes
Portrait [Face AF], Portrait, Party/Indoor, Night portrait, Landscape, Night landscape, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Fireworks show, Back light, Close up, Panorama assist, Beach/Snow, Museum, Copy, Sports, BSS (Best Shot Selector)
Flash
Built-in Flash
Yes (Auto with Red-eye Reduction [In-Camera Red-Eye Fix], Flash Cancel, Anytime Flash, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain Sync)
Effective Flash Range
1.6' (0.5m) - 8.5' (2.6m) wide
External Flash Connection
No
External Flash Control
Not Applicable
Performance
Start-Up Time
Not Specified
Shutter Lag
Not Specified
Time Between Shots
Not Specified
Burst Capability
Continuous H: 2.3 fps
Continuous L: 2.0 fps
Ultra HS: 30 fps up to 100 frames
Multi-shot 16: 16 frames 1/16 in size
Self Timer
3 seconds or 10 seconds
Interval Recording
Yes (time lapse movie)
Date & Time Stamp
Yes
Memory & Power
Built-in Memory
16MB
Compatible Memory Cards
Secure Digital (SD) memory card
Recording Capacity
Includes 16MB Built-in Memory

Still Image Capacity

Fine Normal Basic
5M 5 10 20
3:2 5 11 22
3M 8 16 32
2M 14 29 56
1M 22 45 87
PC 45 71 137
TV 91 147 283
Battery Type
EN-EL8 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Power Adapter
EH-62C AC Adapter (optional)
Input/Output
Computer Interface
USB 2.0
Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g)
Direct Print Capable
Yes (PictBridge)
Remote Control
No
Video Output
Yes (NTSC & PAL)
Web-Cam Capable
No
System & Software Requirements
Windows System
  • Pentium Processor
  • Windows 98SE, 2000, Me, XP
  • Built-in USB port
  • 64MB RAM or more recommended
  • 60MB Hard Disk space required for installation
  • 800 x 600 or more Display with 16-bit color (full color recommended)
  • CD-ROM drive required for installation

Macintosh System

  • PowerPC Processor
  • Mac OS X (10.1.5 or later)
  • Built-in USB port
  • 64MB RAM or more recommended
  • 60MB Hard Disk space required for installation
  • 800 x 600 or more Display with 16-bit color (full color recommended)
  • CD-ROM drive required for installation
Display
Viewfinder
No
LCD Display
2.5" TFT color LCD monitor (110,000 pixels) with brightness adjustment
Language Options
English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Russian
Playback Options
1 frame, Thumbnail (4 or 9 up), Slide show, Zoom playback, Shooting information display, Delete Function (Delete all frames, delete selected frames, protect function available, card format), Image adjustment (Image sharpening, Saturation control, In-camera crop)
Physical
Dimensions
2.4" x 3.6" x 1.5" (60 x 91 x 39mm)
Weight
6 oz. (170g) without battery
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.15 lb

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