Nikon Coolpix 8700 8MP Digital Camera with 8x Optical Zoom
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Price: $699.95
Details
- 8x visual zoom and 4x digital zoom (for 32x total zoom)
- 8-megapixel sensor captures 3264 x 2448 images for announcement-size plus print enlargements
- Talking picture mode with audio; 5-shot buffer mode; fast start-up notwithstanding
Description
MD) CL) AA) Nikon Emotionless Pix 8700 Digital CameraAmazon.com Fallout Description Boasting an impressive 8-megapixel resolution and 8x optical zoom lens, the Nikon Coolpix 8700 is a tremendous choice for professional and advanced amateur photographers. Compared with its forebear--Nikon's Coolpix 5700--the Coolpix 8700 has a faster start-up time, faster materials recording, shorter release time lag and a new AF-Assist illuminator for vivacious AF operation in low light. It also features a movie mode with audio, a lightweight magnesium diminish body, PictBridge compatibility, and much more.
Optics and Suggestion
The ultra-high resolution Coolpix 8700 has a 2/3-inch-class CCD that captures up to 3264 x 2448 images for poster-weight print enlargements. Other resolution modes include 3264 x 2176, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 1024 x 768, and 640 x 480. The 8x visual Zoom-Nikkor lens (f/2.8 - 4.2) offers a focal extend of 8.9-71.2mm (equivalent to 35-280mm in 35mm format). It also has a 4x digital zoom. The lens incorporates two ED (Unused-low Dispersion) glass elements that minimize chromatic malfunction for sharp, clear images. Additionally, the Optical Low-Pass Trickle is optimized, which helps the high-definition CCD image sensor get the first-class optical performance.
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Movie Mode
In addition to snapping brilliant however photos, the Coolpix 8700 can also capture video with audio. It offers four silver screen modes: TV movie (640 x 480 pixels; 30 fps) with audio, Pocket-sized movie (320 x 240 pixels; 15 fps) with audio, sepia silent picture (320 x 240 pixels; 5 fps) with audio, and without surcease-lapse movie (640 x 480 pixels; 30 fps).
More Features
The Coolpix 8700 offers Programmed Sedan, Shutter-Priority Auto, Aperture-Priority Auto, and Enchiridion, as well as Exposure Compensation for an exceptional degree of exposure put down. Nikon's 256-segment Matrix Metering system enables optimal exposures in regular the most challenging lighting conditions, while its Matrix Sports car White Balance neutralizes color deviations created by ambient easygoing sources. The convenient Best Shot Selector (BSS) function mechanically selects the sharpest image from a series of consecutive shots--specifically valuable during macro or telephoto shooting.
The 5-shot buffer standard operating procedure retains the last 5 shots when the shutter button is continually pressed and then released in pattern to capture unexpected or fleeting moments. The continuous shooting drawing card captures 2.5 (H) or 1.2 (L) frames per second. Alternatively, you can use the new Multi-jigger mode to capture 16 consecutive frames in a single appearance. It's equipped with a large, vari-angle 1.8-inch LCD cathode-ray tube screen for increased visibility--even during bright daylight and a maximum-resolution EVF (Electronic Viewfinder) that offers greater disparity and clearer images.
Other features include:
- Continuous shooting of up to 5 chuck-full-size (3,264 x 2,448-pixel) pictures at 2.5 frames per B (fps)
- 12 Scene Modes: Portrait, Party/Indoor, Night description, Beach/Snow, Landscape, Sunset, Night landscape, Fireworks stage, Close up, Copy, Back light, and Panorama assist
- RAW status image recording
- Accessory shoe to accommodate attachment of exotic Nikon SB-series Speedlights
- Fast shutter speed of 1/4,000 seconds and superlative 10 minute long exposure mode (along with blare reduction mode for long-time exposures)
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Storage and Change
Images and video are stored on CompactFlash memory cards (Group I/II), and the Coolpix 8700 is compatible with MicroDrives (no memory card is included with this enclose). Files can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB 1.1 connectivity, which means it can be relevant to any USB-based Windows 98/Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later laptop without installing any software.
Power and Size
The camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion mobile (EN-EL1, included, captures approximately 210 images). It can also be powered by the facultative MB-E5700 battery pack (6 AA batteries). It measures 4.4 by 4.1 by 3.1 inches and weighs 17 ounces (excluding battery-operated).
What's in the Box
This package includes the Coolpix 8700 digital camera, rechargeable lithium-ion battery-operated (EN-EL1), battery charger (MH-53), lens cap, camera strap, USB and A/V cables, and CD-ROM with Nikon Because of editing software and drivers. Optional accessories include: Fisheye Converter (FC-E9), Wideangle Converter (WC-E80), Telephoto Converter (TC-E15ED), To-Down Ring Lens Adapter (UR-E12), Lens Hood (HR-E5700), Lens Hood (HN-CP11), AC Adapter (EH-53), Car Mobile Charger (MH-53C), Remote Cord (MC-EU1), and Soft Case (CS-CP11).
