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Nikon Introduces
The Nikon Coolpix 7600

A 7.1 effective megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical Zoom-Nikkor ED lens and functions that correct images in-camera!








February 16th, 2005.

Nikon has today introduced the Nikon Coolpix 7600 compact digital camera, offering 7.1 megapixel resolution and a 3x optical (38-114mm in 35mm terms) Nikkor ED zoom lens.

The Coolpix 7600 features 16 handy Scene modes, four of which offer a Scene Assistance function. These user-friendly modes automatically control camera settings, enabling you to achieve high-quality results with subjects that range from sunsets to underwater.

The Nikon Coolpix 7600 stands apart from other cameras in its class with its handy ability to automatically improve the quality of recorded shots with the touch of a button.

Nikon's exclusive D-Lighting function, for example, can be selected in Playback mode - automatically compensating for insufficient flash or excessive back lighting in order to obtain balanced exposure throughout the frame. Nikon's proprietary Advanced Red-eye Reduction, on the other hand, has the ability to automatically detect and correct red eyes in-camera in most situations.

  

 

 


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Nikon Coolpix 7600
Major Features


  • 7.1 effective megapixel resolution

  • 3x optical Zoom-Nikkor ED lens (equivalent to 38mm-114mm in 35mm [135] format)
  • Designed for ease of use, the Coolpix 7600's user-friendly Graphical User Interface lets you navigate the camera's functions by name or by icon; the handy Help button explains each function so you can always find the right mode at the right time


  • Point-and-shoot convenience: 16 user friendly Scene modes including four with Scene Assistance function - Scene modes with Scene Assist function (Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Night portrait); Other Scene modes (Party/Indoor, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night landscape, Close up, Museum, Fireworks show, Copy, Back light, Panorama assist, Sound Recording)

  • New Face Priority AF mode: automatically detects people's faces in the picture and focuses accordingly


    Face-priority AF function on the Nikon Coolpix 7600


  • Nikon's unique D-Lighting feature: automatically compensates for excessive back light or insufficient flash - transforming the quality of such recorded images remarkably at the simple touch of a button


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    Image Taken in Back Light Situation
    		  
    Image After D-Lighting Fix In Camera


  • Nikon's Advanced In-Camera Red-eye Fix automatically detects and corrects red eyes in-camera

  • 5 movie modes with sound; two at a smooth 30fps. Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) adds stability when shooting movies


  • Voice recording function enables up to 30 minutes of audio recording with internal memory, or up to 5 hours with an SD card


  • Nikon's exclusive BSS (Best Shot Selector) automatically selects and saves the best exposure from ten sequential shots. New BSS monochrome copy function creates a black and white copy of the image taken in BSS mode

  • PictBridge support enables direct printing with compatible printers, with print size now selectable from the camera

  • All buttons located on the back of the Coolpix 7600 for easy operation



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  • Approx.14MB of internal memory enables the storing of images without use of an SD memory card

  • Two AA size EN-MH1 Ni-Mh rechargeable batteries and charger supplied. Can also use optional AA alkaline single use batteries
  • Nikon PictureProject software (supplied) features a user-friendly interface and versatile functions for organizing and performing basic edits on your photos


Availability and Warranty
The Nikon Coolpix 7600 will launch in April, 2005. The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the Coolpix 7600 will be $499 CAN.

The Nikon Coolpix 7600 includes Nikon Canada's Two-Year Warranty with in-Canada service when purchased from a Nikon Canada Authorized Dealer.

 

Nikon Coolpix 7600
Specifications

Specifications

Nikon Coolpix 7600

Image sensor

Total Pixels: Approx. 7.41 million
Type of device: 1/1.8 inch-type Interline CCD

Effective pixels

7.1 mega pixels

Max Image size

3072 x 2304

Sensitivity

ISO 50, Auto gain up (ISO50 - ISO200)

Lens

3x optical, 38-114mm in 35mm [135] camera-format equivalent
f/2.8-f/4.9, 7 elements in 6 groups, ED lens element

Focus range

 30cm to infinity
4cm to infinity in Macro Mode

Digital zoom

MAX.4x (0.2x step)

LCD monitor

1.8-inch type TFT-LCD, 85,000 Pixels, LED Backlight, Brightness adjustment 5 steps

  Shutter speed

4 sec -1/2000sec

Exposure metering

256 segment Matrix metering / Metering linked to AF area (when frame is displayed in frame-assisted scene mode)

Exposure control

Programmed auto exposure
16 Scene modes

Exposure Compensation

-2 to +2EV in 1/3EV steps

Built-in speedlight

0.4m - 3.4m Shooting range(Wide) Functions: Auto, Red-eye reduction by pre-flash, Anytime flash, Flash cancel, Slow sync.

White balance

Auto TTL control, 5-mode manual (Fine, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Cloudy, Speedlight), Auto, White bal. Preset

Autofocus

Contrast-detect TTL AF, with AF-assist illuminator. AF modes: Single AF, Continuous AF (in Macro mode), NEW Face-priority AF, AF assist illuminator LED

Shooting modes

Still and Movie with Sound. Single, Continuous (approx.1.3fps), Multi-shot 16 (Available at image size 3072/normal)

Scene Modes

Scene assist modes: Portrait, Night Portrait, Sports, Landscape
Scene modes: Party, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night Landscape, Museum, Fireworks Show, Close Up, Copy, Back Light, Panorama Assist, Voice Recording

Movie mode

Movie with sound, TV movie 640 (640 X 480, 30fps)

Small size 320 (320 X 240, 30fps)

Smaller size 160 (160 X 120, 30fps)

Streaming (recording time depends on the size of memory card

Electronic VR (Movie mode)

Self-timer

10s

Other Functions

Nikon In Camera Red Eye Fix, D-Lighting, Face Priority AF, Best Shot Selector (BSS), Blur Warning Feature

Image Effect

Standard, Vivid, Black-and-White, Sepia, Cyanotype

Image size/quality

 

7M* High:3072x2304/Fine
7M Normal:3072x2304/Normal 5M:2592x1944/Normal 3M:2048x1536/Normal
PC screen:1024x768/Normal
TV screen:640x480/Normal

Storage

Internal memory, SD memory card, 14MB Internal memory size

Voice memo

Rec. time 20sec.(Appended to picture)

Voice Recording mode

Rec.time up to 5 hours with 256MB card

File format

EXIF 2.2 / DCF 1.0 (compressed JPEG)

Playback function

Menu options: Frame, Thumnail (4,9 segments), Slide Show

Delete function

Deletes all frames, Deletes selected frames, Protect function is available,

Picture enhance menu

Small picture(re-size), Photo trim

Language of menu

12 languages Jp, En, De, Fr, Es, It, Nl, Se, Ck, Ch, Kr, Ru

I/O terminal

USB (2.0 Full-speed), AV OUT (NTSC/PAL)

Power Supply

EN-MH1 Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries AA size X 2 supplied. Optional LR6 (AA-size Alkaline [L40]) batteries x2, ZR6 (AA-size Nickel manganese, Nickel or Oxyride) batteries x2, FR6 (AA-size Lithium [L91] )batteries x2.

Rechargeable battery system

EN-MH1 AA size (2x) Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries supplied. Approx. 250 frames on full charge

Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx.

85 x 60 x 39mm

Weight (Approx.)

145g

Direct Print

PictBridge printer compatible, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)

Other Features

Date imprint Worldtime Function, Image copy possible between internal memory and SD memory card

Connection

USB 2.0 (Full Speed)

In The Box Accessories

USB cable
Audio and Video cable
Hand-strap Picture Project CD-ROM
Battery Charger MH-71
EN-MH1 Rechargeable Ni-Mh AA size Batteries (2x)

 

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Nikon Coolpix 7600
Press Release

 

Press Release, Feb 16th, 2005 - Nikon Canada Inc. is pleased to announce the introduction of the Nikon Coolpix 7600. An easy-to-operate digital compact that combines 7.1 effective megapixel clarity with functions that improve images in-camera, the Nikon Coolpix 7600 enables users to feel more confident about taking pictures.

With 7.1 effective megapixel performance, a resolution significantly higher than most other entry-level digital cameras, you'll have a head start in producing pleasing results. And the 3x optical Zoom-Nikkor ED lens, equivalent to a 38-114mm lens in 35mm format, enables Macro shooting as close as 4cm (1.6 inches), while its ED glass element leads to superior sharpness and optimal colour correction.

A selection of innovative Nikon functions are included to improve the quality of the image even further. Nikon's exclusive D-Lighting function is available in Playback mode for use on images with excessive backlight or insufficient flash. At the touch of a button, D-Lighting keeps bright areas bright, while automatically adding light and detail to the darker parts. Face-priority AF is another key advantage of the Coolpix 7600. Available in Portrait mode, this clever feature automatically finds and focuses on people's faces to ensure sharpness exactly where it is needed. There's also In-Camera Red-Eye Fix - a function that can detect the annoying red-eye effect sometimes caused by flash, and correct it in-camera to leave you with pleasing night portraits. And last but definitely not least, there's Blur Warning, which alerts you whenever a shot is compromised by camera shake, allowing another shot to be taken before leaving the scene.

The Coolpix 7600 is also surprisingly simple to operate. Compact dimensions and a well-designed grip make it feel extremely comfortable in the hand. Its new Graphic User Interface (GUI) lets you select functions by name or by icon, according to your tastes, and a useful HELP button, located conveniently on the back of the camera, provides an explanation for functions on the main menu, No need to worry if you haven't had time to read the manual! The Coolpix 7600 is also easier to use for people around the world, as the menu can be displayed in a total of 12 languages on the large, bright 1.8-inch, 85,000-dot LCD, also ideal for both composing shots and viewing the results. The Coolpix 7600 has even been designed to be more energy efficient - delivering significantly more shots per battery charge. Two AA size Ni-Mh rechargeable batteries and a charger are supplied.

Like all other cameras in the popular COOLPIX lineup, the Coolpix7600 features a selection of handy Scene Modes that make operation even easier still. All you have to do is select the Scene Mode that most closely matches the subject, such as Sunset or Portrait; the Coolpix7600 then takes care of selecting the optimal settings for the best results. Four of the Scene Modes have the additional advantage of Scene Assist, which makes it easier for virtually anyone to achieve more appealing composition. And new to the Coolpix 7600, there's also a BSS (Best Shot Selector) copy function available in Copy mode, which automatically activates the BSS function to achieve the best possible results.

As well as taking great still images, the Coolpix 7600 offers movie shooting capability too. Choose from a selection of five movie shooting modes, two of which can shoot movies at a smooth 30fps. And you can activate Nikon's new Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) function when you're shooting a movie to achieve more stable results when it's difficult to keep the camera steady. You can also easily connect the Coolpix 7600 to a TV, to enjoy the results with friends and family.

Five Colour Options allow you to be a little more creative with your picture taking. Select one before shooting, and change the mood of an image by making it sepia, or shoot in black and white, for example. The Coolpix 7600 is compatible with SD memory Cards, which are widely available and can store a large number of high-quality images. The Coolpix 7600 has approximately 14MB of internal memory as well, so you can record images even when not carrying any additional media.

The Coolpix 7600 makes printing easy too. Print directly to a PictBridge compatible printer without the need for a computer. The Coolpix 7600 offers the added convenience of being able to select different print sizes actually on the camera. And like all other cameras in the Coolpix lineup, the Nikon Coolpix 7600 comes complete with Nikon's proprietary PictureProject software that offers a wide range of versatile picture management and editing functions and is extremely user friendly.

 



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