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Nikon Coolpix 4200 4 to 5 Megapixel

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  • Image Sensor TypeCCD
    Resolution4 Megapixel
    Optical Zoom3x
    Camera TypeCompact
    Interchangeable LensNot Interchangeable Lenses
    35mm Zoom Lens38 - 114 mm
    Digital Zoom4x
    Focus TypeAutofocus
    Focus Range11.8 in. to Infinity (w) / 19.69 in. to Infinity (t)
    Macro Focus Range1.6 in. to Infinity (w)
    Focal Length7.8 - 23.4 mm
    Camera Resolution4 Megapixel
    Image Resolutions640 x 480 • 2270 x 1704 • 2048 x 1536 • 1600 x 1200 • 1024 x 768
    Video Resolutions320 x 240 (QVGA) • 640 x 480 (VGA) • 160 x 120
    Video Speed15 fps
    Video FormatQuickTime
    Aperture Rangef4.9/f8.2 (w/t) - f2.8/f4.9 (w/t)
    Shutter Speed4 - 1/2000 sec
    White BalanceAuto
    Frames Per Second1 Frames
    Memory TypeSD Card
    Built-in Memory Size12 MB
    Compression ModesFine • Normal • Basic
    Compression TypeJPEG
    File Size (High Res.)2.21 MB (58 images on 128MB card)
    ISO SpeedsAuto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 80
    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 Resolution110,000 pixels
    LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
    Interface TypeUSB
    Video InterfaceVideo Out
    Battery TypeProprietary Lithium
    Battery Life150 Images
    Self Timer10 Sec. • 3 Sec.
    Mp3 Built In
    Operating SystemApple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
    Width3.50 in.
    Depth1.40 in.
    Height2 in.
    Weight0.34 lb.
    Warranty1 Year
    Exterior ColorSilver
    Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Video Cable • Lithium Battery • Battery Charger • Strap
    Product ID21886988

Product Description

4 megapixel compact digital camera w. 3x zoom lens, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, and movie mode.


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Overall Rating:3
Value Rating:2
Submitted by Jack Kratoville a Intermediate

Date Reviewed: August 11, 2007

Strengths:    1. Excellent overall outdoor / indoor pictures.
2. Very sharp photos in the "NR" position.
3. Decent colors for small P & S
4. Accurate fill flash levels
5. Metal body
6. Good battery life, but see weakness below.

Weaknesses:    1. Half of the "picture modes" are usless. The "party mode" takes horrible pictures at a party. Keep it on the default setting except for sunset/sunrise.
2. Needs specific (and expensive) battery so you'll need two if you're shooting for a few hours.
3. Compared to recent models, small preview window.
4. Slow to start, fast to sleep mode.
5. Slow and occasionally confused auto-focus.
6. Technologically 3 years old - a digital lifetime.

Bottom Line:   
My first foray into didital photography is this point and shoot from Nikon. After two years I have to say that I'm mostly pleased with the prints I get from this camera. It was a nice way to get comfortable with digital before moving to the ever-changing digital SLR world. Although Nikon has had much success with the Coolpix series, I wouldn't recomend this particular model (4200) should you find it for a nice price on EBay or the "clearance" bin.

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Duration Product Used:   11-20 years

Price Paid:    $350.00

Similar Products Used:   All film
Pentax
Olympus

Type of photography:   People


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  • Image Sensor TypeCCD
    Resolution4 Megapixel
    Optical Zoom3x
    Camera TypeCompact
    Interchangeable LensNot Interchangeable Lenses
    35mm Zoom Lens38 - 114 mm
    Digital Zoom4x
    Focus TypeAutofocus
    Focus Range11.8 in. to Infinity (w) / 19.69 in. to Infinity (t)
    Macro Focus Range1.6 in. to Infinity (w)
    Focal Length7.8 - 23.4 mm
    Camera Resolution4 Megapixel
    Image Resolutions640 x 480 • 2270 x 1704 • 2048 x 1536 • 1600 x 1200 • 1024 x 768
    Video Resolutions320 x 240 (QVGA) • 640 x 480 (VGA) • 160 x 120
    Video Speed15 fps
    Video FormatQuickTime
    Aperture Rangef4.9/f8.2 (w/t) - f2.8/f4.9 (w/t)
    Shutter Speed4 - 1/2000 sec
    White BalanceAuto
    Frames Per Second1 Frames
    Memory TypeSD Card
    Built-in Memory Size12 MB
    Compression ModesFine • Normal • Basic
    Compression TypeJPEG
    File Size (High Res.)2.21 MB (58 images on 128MB card)
    ISO SpeedsAuto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 80
    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 Resolution110,000 pixels
    LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
    Interface TypeUSB
    Video InterfaceVideo Out
    Battery TypeProprietary Lithium
    Battery Life150 Images
    Self Timer10 Sec. • 3 Sec.
    Mp3 Built In
    Operating SystemApple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
    Width3.50 in.
    Depth1.40 in.
    Height2 in.
    Weight0.34 lb.
    Warranty1 Year
    Exterior ColorSilver
    Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Video Cable • Lithium Battery • Battery Charger • Strap
    Product ID21886988
    BatteriesRechargeable Li-ion
    ExposureProgram AE w. scene modes, exposure compensation, and spot meter
    File FormatJPEG
    Interface TypeUSB
    LCD Monitor1.5 inch TFT LCD
    Lens7.8-23.4mm f/2.8-4.9 (35mm equiv. 38-114mm)
    Max Resolution2272 x 1704 pixels
    Release Date7/16/2004
    SensitivityAuto and manual ISO 80, 100, 200, 400
    Sensor4 megapixel 1/1.8-inch Interline CCD
    Storage MediaSecure Digital


 

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