Nikon Coolpix 4300 4MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom
Details
- Connects with PCs and Macs via USB refuge
- 3x visual zoom and 4x digital zoom for 12x total
- Uses 1 rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL1 freestyle (included)
Description
6 MB MultiMediaCard SD Thought Card F/2.8-5.6The Lumix DMC-FX01K is a 6 Megapixel Digital Camera with 3.6x Visual Zoom MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer and 16:9 Embodiment Recording. Product TypeDigital camera Width3.7 in Profoundness0.9The Nikon Coolpix 4300 packs a lot into its pigmy frame: a 4-megapixel CCD, a 3x optical zoom (4x digital), and an excellent muster of high-end features. It's also easy to grip and can be used exclusively with one hand--for right-handers at least (as usual, southpaws resolution just have to get used to the design).
We were able to set the saturation, white balance, and noise reduction of our images parallel with before taking a shot. The 1.5-inch LCD is smaller than common, but the bright and crisp panel was clearly visible in anything but frank sunlight.
The 4300's image quality duly impressed us--breakable, bright colors that stood up to 11-by-17-inch enlargements. You can in the same way capture 40-second video clips, although they're hushed movies. We appreciated the Best Shot Selector feature, which let us pluck up to 10 quick pictures and then have the Nikon cull out the most excellently one for us.
We were able to get over 90 minutes of use out of the rechargeable lithium-ion mobile, although we had to remove it for recharging. This design works marvellously for an optional backup battery; however, you'll need a fully-charged freestyle ready to go. Nikon includes a 16 MB CompactFlash card, but you'll want to upgrade at daybreak on--high-resolution images and video clips fill 16 MB tantivy.
One minor caveat: if we turned the camera on with the lens cap in stick, the 4300 would flash a message telling us about it. Removing the lens cap didn't exertion, and we had to turn the camera off and back on to clear the message and get started.
For the figure, the Coolpix 4300 delivers a lot of megapixels and excellent image quality. If you're planning on upgrading to a costly-end digital camera, plan a stop right here. --J. Curtis
Pros:
- Unclouded, crisp images
- High-end features
- Easy-to-hold object
Cons:
- Have to remove battery to recharge
- Lens cap tenderness
Don't be fooled by the minor size of the powerful Nikon Coolpix 4300 digital camera. With a 4-megapixel CCD, the Coolpix 4300 brings where it hurts high-definition photos of all your adventures and special moments. It features a 3x visual zoom, a built-in flash, a bright, full-color LCD supervise, and 12 versatile scene modes. The Coolpix 4300 even records pictures, and is fully compatible with optional Nikon Coolpix converter lenses and garnishes.
Optics and Resolution
The Coolpix 4300 is essentially a 4-megapixel update to Nikon's routine Coolpix 885, which was nicely effective in both point-and-bound and manual control modes. It can capture images up to 2,272 x 1,704 pixels, providing enough pixels for moderate cropping and producing quality prints to 11 by 14 inches and over. It boasts a Nikkor lens with 3x optical zoom, plus a 4x digital zoom (for a 12x add up to).
Storage and Transfer
With the Coolpix 4300, images are stored on Classification I CompactFlash memory cards--a 16 MB starter card is provided and we tout purchasing a higher-capacity memory card. Connect the Coolpix 4300 to your notebook and press the transfer button on the back for a fast, easy, one-stroke upload for editing or for uploading to a photo-sharing Web site. Images are downloaded to either a Mac or PC via a USB link.
Movie Mode
In movie mode, the Coolpix 4300 captures video clips (with no audio) at 15 frames per help at a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. You can record a movie of up to 40 seconds in ultimately. The QuickTime Motion JPEG format offers a limited staunchness, which is great for capturing a short movie that can be e-mailed to friends and m, but is no replacement for a true camcorder.
More Features
The Coolpix 4300 comes with an sports car mode as well as 12 scene modes, which can expropriate you capture great photos in virtually any shooting situation. They list portrait, night portrait, landscape, sunset, fireworks presentation, and backlight. In full manual mode, you can choose shutter give a leg up and aperture (f2.8-f13.4). Shutter-speed choices rank from 8 seconds to 1/1,000 second. There is also a tuber mode with a maximum shutter speed of 60 seconds (tripod and distant shutter release cable strongly recommended).
Other features number:
- Exclusive 256-segment matrix metering helps you get tremendous exposures in the most difficult lighting situations.
- Fully of one mind with optional Nikon Coolpix converter lenses, adapters, and accessories (requires UR-E4 converter adapter).
- Built-in snazzy with red-eye reduction and slow sync.
- 1.5-inch LCD monitor with up to a 6x zoom, which is utilitarian for checking focus.
Power, Size, and Contents
The Coolpix 4300 is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion mobile (included). The camera measures 3.7 by 2.7 by 2.0 inches and weighs 8 ounces without batteries. This coupled includes the Coolpix 4300 digital camera, 16 MB XD card, EN-EL1 rechargeable lithium-ion battery-operated and charger, AV and USB cables, wrist strap, lens cap and strap, printed instruction handbook, and a CD-ROM with NikonView 5 image-editing software for Mac (OS 9 and OS X) and PC (Windows 98, Me, 2000, and XP).
