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Nikon
Introduces 5MP
Coolpix 5100 Digital Camera
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Compact 5.1 megapixel camera delivering satisfyingly sharp results
with easy of operation
September 16th, 2004. Nikon has today announced the
Nikon Coolpix 5100 digital camera. Incorporating a five megapixel
effective sensor, the Nikon Coolpix 5100 is similar in design
and shares the same features as the four megapixel Nikon
Coolpix 4100, and three megapixel Nikon
Coolpix 3200.
Easy
to use
With slim dimensions, a light weight and the same ergonomic
grip as the Nikon Coolpix 4100, the Nikon Coolpix 5100 enables
comfortable shooting with a natural feel. To allow easy access
to the cameras functions, all mode dials and controls are located
on the back of the camera, while a larger, clear LCD (1.6-in.,
80,000-dot TFT) makes for easy composition and pleasing playback.
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Sept
17th,
Update:
Nikon
Canada has today announced the manufacturer's recommended retail
price (MSRP) for the Nikon Coolpix 5100 at $469 CAN. The camera
is expected to be available by October.
Nikon
Coolpix 5100 Major Features
- 5.0
effective megapixels
- 3x optical
Zoom-Nikkor lens with 5.8-17.4mm coverage (equivalent to 35-105mm
in 35mm format); digital zoom up to 4x magnification (for a total
of 12x when combined with optical zoom)
- AF assist illuminator
makes focus easier when shooting in darker situations
- Red-eye reduction
makes use of the LED lamp prior to the firing of the flash
- Macro shooting
capability as close as 4cm (1.6 in.)
- 14.5MB of internal
memory enables the storage of images without a memory card, while
two-way copying of stored images can be done between SD memory
cards and the internal memory
- Nikon's Best
Shot Selector (BSS) takes a series of shots, then automatically
picks and records the clearest one
- 15 Scene Modes
including four with Scene Assistance function - Scene Modes with
Scene Assistance function (Portrait, Night portrait, Landscape,
Sports); Other Scene Modes (Sunset, Close up, Museum, Panorama
assist, Beach/Snow, Fireworks show, Back light, Party/Indoor,
Copy, Dusk/Dawn, and Night landscape)
- Three Movie
Modes with sound, including TV movie (640) at 15fps, Small size
(320) at 15fps, and Smaller size (160) at 15fps - recordable until
SD memory card is full
- Noise Reduction
automatically reduces noise to ensure faithful color reproduction
in some scene modes
- Plug-and-play
USB interface for smooth connection to a computer
- Date Counter
imprints the number of days to, or time since a specified occasion
- 5 Color Options,
including Standard color, Vivid color, Black-and-white, Sepia,
and Cyanotype
- Blur Warning
alerts the user of shots compromised by camera shake, giving them
the choice to record them or not
- 1.6-in., 80,000-dot
TFT LCD monitor with brightness adjustment
- Two rechargeable
Nikon EN-MH1 NiMH batteries and charger supplied. (Canada)
- Offers direct
print capability through PictBridge enabled printers
Nikon Coolpix 5100
Specifications
Specifications
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Nikon
Coolpix 5100
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| Effective
pixels |
5.0
MP |
| CCD |
1/2.5-in.
type (4.23 million total pixels) |
| Image
Size |
High
(2,288 x 1,712), Normal (2,288 x 1,712), Normal (1,600 x 1,200),
PC Screen (1,024 x 768), TV Screen (640 x 480) |
| Lens |
3x
Zoom-Nikkor; f=5.8-17.4mm (35mm format equivalent to 35-105mm);
Digital zoom; up to 4x |
| AF
System |
Contrast-detect
TTL AF |
| Focus
Range |
Normal
30cm (1.8") - infinity
Macro 4cm (1.6") - infinity |
| LCD
Monitor |
1.6-in.
80,000-dot LCD monitor with brightness adjustment |
| Storage
Media |
Internal
memory: approx. 14.5MB, Optional SD memory card |
| Shooting
Modes |
Auto,
Scene Assistance (Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Night portrait),
Scene (Party/Indoor, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night
landscape, Close up, Museum, Fireworks show, Copy, Back light,
Panorama assist) |
| Movie |
TV
movie (640*) at 15fps, Small size (320*) at 15fps, Smaller
size (160) at 30fps |
| Capture
Modes |
Single,
Continuous, Multi-shot 16 (16 frames) |
| Metering |
256
segment Matrix metering |
| Shutter
Speed |
4
sec to 1/3,000 sec. |
| Other |
Best
Shot Selector Mode
5 Color Options, including Standard color, Vivid color, Black-and-white,
Sepia, and Cyanotype
Small Picture Function: Create a smaller copy of the original
to be used for email or web |
| Built-in
Flash |
Auto,
Red-eye Reduction Auto (Advanced Red-eye Reduction), Anytime
Flash, Flash Cancel, and Slow sync. |
| Power
Source |
Two
Rechargeable Ni-MH Nikon EN-EL1 batteries (AA size) and charger
supplied in Canada, AC adapter EH-62B (Optional) |
| Dimensions |
Approx.
88 x 65 x 38mm (3.5 x 2.6 x 1.5 in.) |
| Supplied
Accessories |
Strap,
USB cable, Audio Video cable, EN-MH1 x 2 rechargeable batteries
and battery charger MH-71 (Canada), Picture Project Software
CD-ROM, Quick Start Guide, and Instruction manual. 2 year
warranty in Canada |
| Weight |
Approx.
140g (4.9 oz.) (Without battery and SD memory card) |
Press
Release, Sept 16th, 2004
- Nikon, the world leader in photography, today announced
the introduction of the COOLPIX 5100, a slim, lightweight
digital camera with 5.1 effective megapixel performance
and surprisingly simple operation.
The
new Nikon COOLPIX 5100 with an eye-catching champagne
gold colour builds on the capabilities of the COOLPIX
4100, featuring the same stylish grip for comfort
with all controls located on the back of the camera
for convenience and ease of operation. With the enhanced
Graphic User Interface (GUI), menus are easy-to-read
on a bright 1.6-inch TFT LCD monitor.
The
new Nikon COOLPIX 5100 is even equipped with 14.5MB
of internal memory, allowing the user to capture memories
when there is no SD card present, or copy shots between
the internal memory and an SD card.
The
COOLPIX series has been designed for ease-of-use,
and the new Nikon COOLPIX 5100 includes the popular
15 Scene modes that provide simplicity when shooting
different kinds of subjects. Four of the Scene modes
even offer a Scene Assist function to make shooting
that much easier. The new Nikon COOLPIX 5100 can even
record movies with sound.
With
new colour options, the Nikon COOLPIX 5100 makes your
picture shooting more creative. Capture images in
standard colour, vivid colour, sepia, cyanotype, or
black and white. And, the handy AF-assist illuminator
function makes it easy to achieve sharp focus in poor
lighting conditions. The Blur Warning lets you know
if the shot is affected by camera shake - providing
a choice to record or not.
A
high-quality 3x optical Zoom-Nikkor lens and 4x digital
zoom provides a high degree of control over picture
composition. The new Nikon COOLPIX 5100 makes it easy
to zoom in close on a subject or person, zoom out
for group shots, and even has a handy Macro mode which
can be used as close as 4cm so that small objects
fill the frame.
The
COOLPIX 5100 achieves vibrant colors, faithful contrast,
and impressive clarity - all made possible by Nikon's
advanced image processing algorithms. And, with Nikon
Canada's exclusive 2-year warranty for all COOLPIX
cameras, consumers will know their investment is protected
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