Nikon Coolpix P6000


Nikon introduced a host of Coolpix cameras today, ranging from budget to higher-end. The flagship model is the new Coolpix P6000, which has several unique features: a built-in GPS receiver (cool), an Ethernet port (huh?), and a Windows-only RAW format (sigh). Here's what else you'll find on this new camera:

Coolpix P6000 [specs to come]

  • 13.5 effective Megapixel CCD
  • F2.7-5.9, 4X optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28 - 112 mm
  • Optical image stabilization
  • Fairly compact magnesium alloy body
  • 2.7" LCD display with 230,000 pixels, plus an optical viewfinder
  • Built-in GPS records coordinates where a photo was taken, saves info in EXIF headers; this information can be viewed in Nikon ViewNX and my Picturetown (online photo sharing site)
  • Built-in Ethernet port (!?) for uploading photos directly to my Picturetown
  • Full manual controls, with ability to go to ISO 3200 and 6400 (at 3MP); customizable buttons and menus
  • Supports new NRW RAW image format, which is based on Windows Imaging Component; this means that common photo applications as well as Mac users will not be able to open these files, at least at first. Why they did this, I have no idea.
  • Supports Picture Control System, just like on Nikon's D-SLRs
  • Hot shoe for external flash; supports one group of wireless flashes straight out of the box
  • Old Coolpix favorites are still here: face detection, redeye removal, and D-Lighting
  • VGA movie mode
  • 48MB onboard memory + SD/SDHC card slot
  • Optional wide-angle lens and wireless remote control
  • Uses EN-EL5 battery; 260 shots per charge

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