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Nikon Coolpix 2100 3 Megapixels and Smaller

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  • Image Sensor TypeCCD
    Resolution2.11 Megapixel
    Optical Zoom3x
    Camera TypeStandard Point and Shoot
    Interchangeable LensNot Interchangeable Lenses
    35mm Zoom Lens36 - 108 mm
    Digital Zoom4x
    Focus TypeAutofocus
    Focus Range12.2 in. to Infinity (w)
    Macro Focus Range1.6 - 12.2 in. (w)
    Focal Length4.7 - 14.1 mm
    Camera Resolution2.11 Megapixel
    Image Resolutions640 x 480 • 1600 x 1200 • 1024 x 768
    Video Resolutions320 x 240 (QVGA) • 640 x 480 (VGA)
    Video Speed15 fps
    Max Movie Length15 Seconds
    Video FormatQuickTime
    Aperture Rangef2.6/f4.7 (w/t)
    Shutter Speed4 - 1/3000 sec
    White BalanceAuto • Manual
    Memory TypeCompactFlash Card Type I
    Compression ModesFine • Normal
    Compression TypeJPEG
    File Size (High Res.)1 MB (128 images on 128MB card)
    File Size (Low Res.)0.11 MB (about 1,164 images on 128MB card)
    ISO Speeds50 • 200
    Flash TypeBuilt-In
    Flash FunctionsFlash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
    ViewfinderOptical (Through-the-lens)
    LCD PanelWith LCD Panel
    LCD Panel Size1.5 in.
    LCD Screen Resolution75,000 pixels
    LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
    Interface TypeUSB
    Video InterfaceVideo Out
    Battery Type2 x AA Batteries • Proprietary Lithium
    Self Timer10 Sec.
    Mp3 Built In
    Tripod MountWith Tripod Mount
    Operating SystemApple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
    Width3.5 in.
    Depth1.5 in.
    Height2.5 in.
    Weight0.33 lb.
    Warranty1 Year
    Exterior ColorSilver
    Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Video Cable • Hand Strap • 16 MB Memory Card • Lithium Battery
    MPN000665821
    Product ID20685292

Product Description

  • Sensor: 2.1 megapixel CCD
  • Max resolution: 1600x1200 pixels
  • Lens: 4.7-14.1mm f/2.6-4.7 Zoom-Nikkor (35 equiv: 36-108mm) w. 4x digital zoom
  • Exposure: Auto w. Scene Modes and Movie Mode


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    Reviews 1 - 5 (5 Reviews Total)

    User Reviews

    Overall Rating:4
    Value Rating:4
    Submitted by Alva Rosado a Intermediate

    Date Reviewed: December 11, 2003

    Strengths:    Reliable, compact, clear pictures

    Weaknesses:    small starter memory

    Bottom Line:   
    This is a wonderful, compact camera, takes crystal clear pictures, many features like black and white, among others. I love it!

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    Price Paid:    $260.00

    Purchased At:   target


    Overall Rating:5
    Value Rating:5
    Submitted by nickmtl a Intermediate from Montreal

    Date Reviewed: July 9, 2003

    Strengths:    Great entry level camera. Straightforward buttons and dial.

    Weaknesses:    A bit too small for my taste, like today's cell phones.

    Not made in Japan.

    Bottom Line:   
    A slightly improved version of the Coolpix 2000. It feels a bit more comfortable in your hand though it'd be a bit better if it were a tad larger.

    If you don't need professional results, buy this camera and save your money. Manufacturers are overpricing digital cameras to get back their R&D money. A few years down the road, digital cameras will be much better and cheaper than today's entry level ones.

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    Duration Product Used:   11-20 years

    Price Paid:    $300.00

    Purchased At:   Henry's

    Similar Products Used:   Nikon Coolpix 2000.

    Type of photography:   Outdoor

    Overall Rating:4
    Value Rating:4
    Submitted by webdevasp a Intermediate

    Date Reviewed: May 25, 2003

    Strengths:    Compact size, Quicktime movie mode, good low-light performance, good optics.

    Weaknesses:    On/off dial has a lump on it, causing inadvertant switching of unit when in a backpack or pocket. Same with exposure dial.

    Bottom Line:   
    This is my first digicam. Having been experienced in using a film SLR, I looked for features that would allow me the same control and creativity as a SLR but didn't necessarily want to spend the big bucks for a digital SLR.. yet. The 2100 has a 3x optical zoom, important to me because I detest the loss of quality with digital zoom, preferring to crop and edit on photoshop instead. The LCD is bright and legible in all but the most sunny of days. Cycle time between shots while not blazing fast, is acceptable, although fast moving action or unpredictable moments (ie babies) could be a luck of the draw proposition. Nice and compact, no gripes about the quality of the images (most of my images are for the web, so 2Megapixel works fine). I like Nikon's use of non-proprietary memory cards and batteries, so there would be no problem with replacements. Battey life seems quite adequate even on LiMH rechargeables. The only gripe I have are the placement of the on/off and exposure mode dials on top. I tend to stuff my camera in backpacks or pockets, and sometimes this bumps the unit on when you're not expecting it.

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    Price Paid:    $249.00

    Purchased At:   Best Buy

    Similar Products Used:   n/a, first digicam other than a DV camcorder with still mode.


    Overall Rating:5
    Value Rating:5
    Submitted by slippingpastfifty a Intermediate

    Date Reviewed: May 20, 2003

    Strengths:    Ease of use, multitude of neat features.

    Weaknesses:    Needs a bigger compact flash card, but if you are like me you have more than one.

    Bottom Line:   
    I bought this camera as an upgrade from a Kodak 3200 1 megapixel camera. I have been more than pleased so far. Battery life seems to be very good. The camera is very easy to use. It has 3x optical zoom which can be extended up to 12x if you combine the digital zoom. The camera is very small and light weight. The controls are easy to master. You can use the camera without the lcd screen running. I have taken a variety of pictures under all kinds of lighting and have yet to produce a bad picture.

    It has some great features including the ability to take 16 timed shots in about 2 seconds and then put all the pictures into one photo on the camera - great for analyzing golf swings or catching your new baby's first steps. It will also do 15 second videos that are quite good.

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    Price Paid:    $219.00

    Purchased At:   Newegg.com

    Similar Products Used:   Kodak 3200, Sony Mavica


    Overall Rating:5
    Value Rating:5
    Submitted by bikerboy a Casual

    Date Reviewed: April 18, 2003

    Strengths:    Sharper, color pictures. I am not going to pretend I know about all the technical photographic lingo, but I consider myself a beginner/casual user. This is who the camera is aimed at, those who want a camera to take great pics and be easy to use.

    Weaknesses:    I really cant think of any, but this is my first real digicam.

    Bottom Line:   
    What can I say? I love this thing. It takes awesome pictures, battery life seems reasonable for using the lcd all the time, the zoom gets you right in there, lotsa bells and whistles which seem very intuitive to use. For the retail price of $250, you get a lot of camera. Search online for cheaper prices or coupon codes from the big online retailers and get a better price. I got mine on ebay for $250, but it came with a lot of free stuff: mem card, case, tripod, and cleaning cloth.

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    Similar Products Used:   SiPix SC-2100, JamCam 3.0, and other such cheapo cameras. Fun, but not for real photographic use.



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    • Image Sensor TypeCCD
      Resolution2.11 Megapixel
      Optical Zoom3x
      Camera TypeStandard Point and Shoot
      Interchangeable LensNot Interchangeable Lenses
      35mm Zoom Lens36 - 108 mm
      Digital Zoom4x
      Focus TypeAutofocus
      Focus Range12.2 in. to Infinity (w)
      Macro Focus Range1.6 - 12.2 in. (w)
      Focal Length4.7 - 14.1 mm
      Camera Resolution2.11 Megapixel
      Image Resolutions640 x 480 • 1600 x 1200 • 1024 x 768
      Video Resolutions320 x 240 (QVGA) • 640 x 480 (VGA)
      Video Speed15 fps
      Max Movie Length15 Seconds
      Video FormatQuickTime
      Aperture Rangef2.6/f4.7 (w/t)
      Shutter Speed4 - 1/3000 sec
      White BalanceAuto • Manual
      Memory TypeCompactFlash Card Type I
      Compression ModesFine • Normal
      Compression TypeJPEG
      File Size (High Res.)1 MB (128 images on 128MB card)
      File Size (Low Res.)0.11 MB (about 1,164 images on 128MB card)
      ISO Speeds50 • 200
      Flash TypeBuilt-In
      Flash FunctionsFlash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
      ViewfinderOptical (Through-the-lens)
      LCD PanelWith LCD Panel
      LCD Panel Size1.5 in.
      LCD Screen Resolution75,000 pixels
      LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
      Interface TypeUSB
      Video InterfaceVideo Out
      Battery Type2 x AA Batteries • Proprietary Lithium
      Self Timer10 Sec.
      Mp3 Built In
      Tripod MountWith Tripod Mount
      Operating SystemApple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
      Width3.5 in.
      Depth1.5 in.
      Height2.5 in.
      Weight0.33 lb.
      Warranty1 Year
      Exterior ColorSilver
      Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Video Cable • Hand Strap • 16 MB Memory Card • Lithium Battery
      MPN000665821
      Product ID20685292
      Release Date6/2/2004


     

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