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Nikon COOLPIX P1100 Digital Camera

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Nikon COOLPIX P1100 Digital Camera
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Key Features
  • 16MP BSI CMOS Sensor
  • NIKKOR 24-3000mm Lens (35mm Equivalent)
  • EXPEED Image Processor
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8-8
Shoot at staggering distances with the 125x optical zoom COOLPIX P1100 Digital Camera from Nikon. This camera has a 16MP backside illuminated CMOS sensor and features a built-in NIKKOR lens with a 35mm equivalent focal length range of 24-3000mm. You can zoom even further with 250x Dynamic Fine digital zoom, which gives you an equivalent focal length of 6000mm. Coupled with these extreme focal lengths is Nikon's Dual Detect Optical Vibration Reduction, which provides four stops of optical image stabilization, ensuring your telephoto shots are crisp and drastically reducing camera shake during handheld shooting.
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Nikon P1100 Overview

Shoot at staggering distances with the 125x optical zoom COOLPIX P1100 Digital Camera from Nikon. This camera has a 16MP backside illuminated CMOS sensor and features a built-in NIKKOR lens with a 35mm equivalent focal length range of 24-3000mm. You can zoom even further with 250x Dynamic Fine digital zoom, which gives you an equivalent focal length of 6000mm. Coupled with these extreme focal lengths is Nikon's Dual Detect Optical Vibration Reduction, which provides four stops of optical image stabilization, ensuring your telephoto shots are crisp and drastically reducing camera shake during handheld shooting.

Gracing the back of the camera is a 3.2" vari-angle, 921k-dot LCD monitor and an eye-level 2.36m-dot electronic viewfinder, so your subjects will always be easy to see. The camera is also capable of recording 4K UHD video at 30 fps and supports an external microphone via a 3.5mm connector.

16MP BSI CMOS Image Sensor
The backside-illuminated sensor with 16 million effective pixels can output detailed images at sensitivities between ISO 100 and 6400 and allows for captures in the newly introduced RAW (.NRW) format.
125x Optical Zoom with Dual Detect Optical Vibration Reduction
An absurd 24-3000mm (35mm equivalent) focal range means few, if any, objects are out of reach. Zoom is further enhanced by Dynamic Fine digital zoom, which makes the maximum focal length a ridiculous 6000mm. Dual Detect Optical Vibration Reduction provides four stops of optical image stabilization, so your handheld shots are crisp.
Video Capabilities
Support for UHD 4K movie at 30 fps allows you to record subjects with the power of super-telephoto 3000mm equivalent. Frames from movies recorded in this format can also be saved as still images. Additionally, this system supports Clean HDMI output, which cleans the information display from the image output to an external monitor during recording.
Dual Viewing Systems
The P1100 features a bright vari-angle 3.2" LCD display that makes composing and reviewing images and movies a breeze. Also available is the 0.39", 2.36 million-dot OLED electronic viewfinder for a more traditional shooting style.
Shooting Modes
The P1100 features a slew of shooting modes that adjust settings for different scenarios like nightscape, light trails, star trails, and the new fireworks show. The popular Moon Mode is great for shooting Earth's closest neighbor and the Bird Mode optimizes the camera for capturing the often bright and colorful creatures, both accessible directly from the mode dial. Additionally, COOLPIX Picture Control allows adjustments in accordance with the subject, shooting situations, and intentions.
Control Ring and Snapback Button
Use the control ring at the front of the device for adjusting focus, exposure, white balance, and ISO, all from the lens barrel. Also on the barrel is a zoom toggle and a dedicated Snapback button that will make your P1100 quickly zoom out in case you lose sight of your subject at long focal lengths. Releasing the button will return the focal length to its previous position.
Built-In Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Wireless connectivity has received significant upgrades, now operating under WPA3-SAE and Bluetooth version 5.1. Nikon's SnapBridge technology also allows for seamless photo sharing, and zoom control can be managed from a computer, smartphone, or tablet using NX Tether, or NX Field.
Optional ML-L7 Remote
The optional ML-L7 remote (not included) can wirelessly adjust a variety of settings such as ISO, zoom, and aperture, in addition to triggering the shutter of the P1100. This lets you maintain precise composition while shooting from a tripod.
UPC: 018208265411

Nikon P1100 Specs

Key Specs
Effective Sensor Resolution
16 Megapixel (4608 x 3456)
Image Sensor
1/2.3"-Type
Image Stabilization
Optical in Integrated Lens
Focal Length
4.3 to 539mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 3000mm)
Optical Zoom
125x
Aperture
Maximum: f/2.8
Minimum: f/8
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Native: 100 to 6400
Max Recording Modes
H.264/MP4/MPEG-4
Up to UHD 4K at 25/29.97 fps
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Wireless
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
Display Type
Articulating 3.2" LCD
Built-In Flash/Light
Yes, Flash Only
Battery
1x EN-EL20a Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Included)
 • Approx. 250 Shots
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.8 x 4.7 x 7.1" / 146.3 x 118.8 x 181.3 mm (Without Protrusions)
Weight
3.11 lb / 1415 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
Color
Black
Imaging
Effective Sensor Resolution
Effective: 16 Megapixel (4608 x 3456)
Actual: 16.8 Megapixel
Image Sensor
1/2.3"-Type CMOS
Image Stabilization
Optical in Integrated Lens
Lens
Focal Length
4.3 to 539mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 3000mm)
Optical Zoom
125x
Digital Zoom
4x Maximum (500x Combined Zoom)
2x Optimized (250x Combined Zoom)
Aperture
Maximum: f/2.8
Minimum: f/8
Focus Range
1' to Infinity / 30.48 cm to Infinity (Wide)
23' to Infinity / 7.01 m to Infinity (Telephoto)
Optical Design
17 Elements in 12 Groups
Filter Size
77 mm (Front)
Exposure Control
Shutter Speed
1 to 1/4000 Second in Auto Mode
1/4000 to 30 Seconds in Manual Mode
Bulb/Time Mode
No
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Native: 100 to 6400
Metering Method
Center-Weighted Average, Matrix, Spot
Exposure Modes
Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation
-2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
White Balance
Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual
Continuous Shooting
Up to 7 fps at Maximum Resolution for up to 7 Frames (JPEG)
Interval Recording
Yes
Self-Timer
3/10-Second Delay
Special Options
Beach, Fireworks, Food, Landscape, Night Landscape, Night Portrait, Panorama, Party/Indoor, Portrait, Snow, Sports, Sunset
Still Image Capture
Aspect Ratio
4:3
Image File Format
JPEG, Raw
Video Capture
Internal Recording
H.264/MP4/MPEG-4
3840 x 2160 at 25/29.97 fps
1920 x 1080 at 25/30.00/50/60.00 fps
1280 x 720 at 25/30.00/50/60.00 fps
Video Output
No
Recording Limit
30-Minute Maximum
Broadcast Output
NTSC/PAL
Built-In Microphone
Stereo
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Internal Storage
No
Video I/O
1x Micro-HDMI Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
Power I/O
1x USB-C Input
Other I/O
No
Wireless
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
Mobile App Compatible
No
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
No
Monitor
Display Type
Articulating 3.2" LCD
Resolution
921,000 Dot
Viewfinder
Type
Electronic
Resolution
2,359,000 Dot
Coverage
100%
Diopter Adjustment
-3 to +3
Flash
Built-In Flash/Light
Yes, Flash Only
Flash Modes
Auto
Effective Flash Range
ISO Auto
1 to 39.37' / 0.3 to 12 m (Wide)
16.4 to 26.2' / 5 to 8 m (Telephoto)
External Flash Connection
Shoe Mount
General
Environmental Resistance
No
Battery
1x EN-EL20a Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Included)
 • Approx. 250 Shots
Shoe Mount
1x Hot Shoe
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.8 x 4.7 x 7.1" / 146.3 x 118.8 x 181.3 mm (Without Protrusions)
Weight
3.11 lb / 1415 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
4.525 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.9 x 7.3 x 7.1"

Nikon P1100 Reviews

Amazing capability for the price

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-02

This camera is amazing for the super zoom capability it gives. There is a Bald Eagle's nest near my home, about 1/4 mile from the road. With my eyes I can hardly see the nest let alone what is on/in it, but this camera allowed me to see the adult sitting on the nest, and then the three chicks after they hatched. I go back a couple of times a week to check on the progress and I have lots of interesting video showing the progress. I have an older dslr with a 70-300 zoom and it would not even come close to this level of detail. I purchased a UV filter to protect the lens, but it completely ruins the image quality - it isn't a cheap filter, so I'm not sure why other than the high magnification of the lens. Also, I tried connecting to my phone with the camera and it sort of worked, but not well enough to justify the effort and frustration. So I leave the camera on airplane mode and pull out the SD card to transfer files to my computer.

Great value.

By Daniel
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-03-30

We've had this camera less than 2 weeks. We really like it. The camera is hard to hold still. We put a monopod on it for stability. I captured an Eagle in a tree from about 100 yards. Surprising how good it was. We read the battery is only good for about 250 pictures. We have had no battery issues. We like it so much that 2 other family members have also ordered the same camera.

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Is the lens parfocal?

Is the lens parfocal?
Asked by: Jim
The lens on the Nikon COOLPIX P1100 Digital Camera is not parfocal.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2025-12-05

What all is different compared to the P1000?

What all is different compared to the P1000?
Asked by: Brian
The Nikon COOLPIX P1100 Digital Camera is very similar to the P1000, but Nikon upgraded to using a USB-C port and modernized the camera's connectivity by moving to WPA3-SAE Wi-Fi for greater security and Bluetooth 5.1. The P1100 also enables Fn button-operation from the ML-L7 Bluetooth remote, which the P1000 did not. The actual image quality remains the same.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2026-01-13

Does this camera have a flash?

Does this camera have a flash?
Asked by: Adam
Yes, the Nikon Coolpix P1100 has a built-in pop-up flash for low-light and fill-light photography.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2025-11-24

Can this shoot RAW files in the bird mode?

Can this shoot RAW files in the bird mode?
Asked by: Mark D
The Nikon COOLPIX P1100 Digital Camera cannot capture RAW images while in the bird-watching mode.
Answered by: Marvin H
Date published: 2026-05-04

is there a battery charger in the box?

is there a battery charger in the box?
Asked by: Doreen
The Nikon COOLPIX P1100 Digital Camera does not include a separate battery charger, but the battery can be charged while it's inserted in the camera by plugging the camera into a USB power adapter like the ANKER 33W 2-Port USB-C/USB-A Wall Charger with USB-C Cable, B&H # ANB2326J211. For a separate battery charger, you can use the Watson Compact AC/DC Charger for EN-EL20 or EN-EL20a Battery, B&H # WACNIENEL20.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2025-10-20

Which version of the EXPEED Image Processor is in ...

Which version of the EXPEED Image Processor is in camera?
Asked by: Dean
According to Nikon, the Nikon COOLPIX P1100 Digital Camera has an "EXPEED image processor", no version specified.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2025-02-16

Does it have Timelapse or hyperlapse modes? In ...

Does it have Timelapse or hyperlapse modes? In your intro page, it lists that feature but it isn’t in the specs.
Asked by: Harold
Yes, the Nikon COOLPIX P1100 Digital Camera has a time lapse feature. Hyperlapse involves moving the camera when shooting time lapse so it cannot be built into a camera.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2025-02-14

Is the Nikon SB-600 speedlight compatible with ...

Is the Nikon SB-600 speedlight compatible with this camera?
Asked by: Jim
Yes, the Nikon COOLPIX P1100 Digital Camera is compatible with the Nikon SB600 flash.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2025-08-16
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