Nikon Coolpix 8700 Digital Camera - Review :: CamerasOnly.com

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Nikon Coolpix 8700 Compact Digital Camera

Nikon Coolpix 8700 Description

The all new Nikon Coolpix 8700 truly has the power of 8 - its 8x optical Zoom- Nikkor lens is paired with an 8 megapixel CCD for 23MB images that are unforgettable! The Vari-angle LCD offers the freedom of shooting from any angle, and the Electronic Viewfinder provides bright TTL, Through-the-Lens, viewing. 12 Scene Modes are available for ease of use in typical shooting situations, or use the advanced photographic settings for more creative control, especially when shooting in RAW format. New AF Assist helps ensure accurate focus in dark lighting conditions. The Coolpix 8700 is a complete digital solution with optional wide angle, tele photo and fisheye converter lenses available.

8 Megapixel CCD and 8x Optical Zoom-Nikkor Lens with ED Glass - Combining an 8x optical Zoom-Nikkor lens and an 8 Megapixel CCD provides the Coolpix 8700 with the true power of 8! Capture spectacular images at resolutions up to 3264 x 2448 (23MB file) and create amazing prints at sizes up to 20x30-inches. The 8x Zoom- Nikkor lens offers a 35-280mm zoom (35mm equivalent), and uses aspherical elements, Super Integrated Coating and ED (extra-low dispersion) glass for superior image quality.

Nikon Coolpix 8700 Features

  • Sensor: 2/3-inch 8 megapixel CCD
  • Max resolution: 3264 x 2448 pixels
  • Lens: 8.9-71.2mm f/2.8-4.2 Zoom-Nikkor (35mm equiv: 35-280mm)w. 4X digital zoom and macro
  • Sensitivity: Auto, ISO 50, 100, 200, 400
  • Exposure: Auto with Flexible Program, Shutter-Priority, Aperture-Priority, Manual, w. scene modes, Exposure Compensation, Auto Exposure Bracketing, and spot meter
  • White Balance: Auto, manual, presets, and White Balance Bracketing
  • Flash hot shoe
  • File formats: RAW (NEF), TIFF, and JPEG
  • Movie mode
  • Storage media: CompactFlash Types I and II
  • USB interface

Nikon Coolpix 8700 Reviews

PCphotoreview.com
Very sharp lens, but not crazy sharp, but the 8x zoom is excellent to have on hand and stays relatively sharp throught the entire zoom range. White balance auto adjust is shockingly accurate! There is also an auto WB bracket mode if you want, but I don't see the point. The camera is very small and very light, but seems to be very well built. All the buttons are firm, but not balky and the ergonomics are fine in general. I took some pics last night in the studio of some figurines and the color, contrast and crispness of the images was better than the Fuji, but at a cost (I'll explain below). more...

ZDNet.com
An 8X ED-Nikkor zoom lens distinguishes Nikon's Coolpix 8700 from the rest of the 8-megapixel competition but not much else. It shoots great pictures with loads of detail, and it offers enthusiasts a solid feature set, but those same photographers will probably grumble about its lackluster performance and some aspects of its design. more...

Imaging-resource.com
As I say before each of my Nikon reviews, Nikon is one of the names that literally needs no introduction in the world of photography. Long a leader in the film world, they now offer cameras for both the serious amateur and working professional, in both the film and digital worlds. The new Nikon Coolpix 8700 is the latest in a long line of Nikon digital cameras that have helped define the state of the art in prosumer cameras from the early days of the digital revolution. With an 8-megapixel sensor, an 8x zoom lens with ED glass, and the panoply of advanced features we've come to expect from the upper end of Nikon's digicam line, the Coolpix 8700 is poised to compete at the very top of the "prosumer" digital camera market. At the same time though, optional fully automatic operation and a rich collection of 12 "scene" modes make it easy for even rank amateurs to use. All in all, the new Nikon Coolpix 8700 is a powerful package of photographic technology. more...