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Weighing a mere 6.4 ounces with
the battery and memory card loaded, the Coolpix P2 is truly a "take
anywhere" camera. With over 16 automatic and preset shooting modes, you'll
always be sure to get the precise shot you're looking for. Best of all,
"advanced scene modes" are available for 11 of the 16 presets and allow
the user to customize the final image by providing a 3-level selection for
enhanced creativity and control.
Not to be outdone, the Coolpix
P2 can also record high-quality movies at a rate of up to 30 frames per
second. There are a total of seven movie modes to choose from, including
six with the capability to record sound as well as a time-lapse mode that
enables the user to capture events occurring over an extended period of
time.
The camera also features a
built-in flash with six modes, and a built-in mic and speaker for
including sound in videos and playback from the camera. A large,
incredibly bright, 2.5-inch color LCD display and user-friendly interface
means that you don't have to take the extra effort to get up to speed with
the camera's functionality. Just power it up, and you'll be ready to go in
no time.
Other advanced features include
Nikon's Exclusive Feature System, which helps turns "pictures" into
"photographs." An In-Camera Red-Eye Fix takes "red-eye reduction" a step
further by remove red-eye directly in the camera. Face Priority AF
automatically focuses on faces for great portraits, and the D-Lighting
feature offers in-camera repair of dark images. The included rechargeable
battery gives you up to 180 images on a single charge. In short, the
Coolpix P2 is perfect for novice users or anyone looking for a
point-and-shoot camera that produces sharp, colorful photos with great
ease of use. For advanced shooters, the P2 can server as a great
"take-anywhere" snapshot camera.
What's in the Box
Nikon Coolpix P2, rechargeable Li-ion battery EN-EL8, battery charger
MH-62, USB cable, audio-video cable, strap, and PictureProject CD-ROM.
Product Description
Get digital power and personal freedom for taking pictures with no strings
attached with this Nikon Coolpix digital camera. The P2 has an impressive
built-in WiFi to provide wireless download of pictures to computer or,
using optional accessory, to print wirelessly to PictBridge-compatible
USB-based printers. Includes 5.1-megapixel resolution with a 3.5x optical
zoom and a massive 2.5" color LCD that offers easy viewing and playback.
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Product Reviews:
Why Fi?, October 21, 2005
Reviewer: S. Hizny "light writer"
I bought this camera and returned it before even using it's
"revolutionary" wi-fi capability. I have used Nikon professionally for
many years and was excited to see their latest consumer camera. Within 2
hours of testing it out at home, I decided to return it. The major problem
I encountered was focusing. This camera would hunt from as far as 3 feet
before it could reliably gain focus.
Another problem for Parents, or pet owners is the redeye flash, without
the rewdeye flash on, it's in every pic, with the redeye active, the
preflash is so invasive and long that the moment is long gone before the
image is exposed. Exposure was accurate, but color was a bit on the flat
and cool side.
For what it's worth I exchanged the P2 for the Canon a620. It was $50
cheaper 7.1 mp and much more reliable and speedy performance. No wi-fi,
but your uploaded pics will be in focus and well exposed.
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Pretty good, but don't know if it's the best for your money, October
18, 2005
Reviewer: nobaboon
I got this as a gift, an excellent gift at that, but I had been wanting
the SD550. This is a little bigger and bulkier, but the display is
amazingly large and looks great. It fits in your hand nicely, although
when mounting on a tripod, it feels rather lopsided. The wifi doesn't
really have any network functionality, only to move pictures to a computer
with the software installed on it... and this is one major issue: it
doesn't explain how this software works, how it is running, what kind of
security it is using (the camera literally just starts uploading pictures
to a directory, not notifying the user on the computer, etc.)... and it
only works 2/3rds of the time it seems. The antenna is extremely
underpowered, apparently.
Beyond being frustrated with the wifi, I really like the p2, and it takes
GREAT pictures. It also has some pretty sophisticated features for a small
point and shoot, but I never really had a problem using a cable to
transfer my photos.
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Excellent camera, March 22, 2006
Reviewer: Unmesh Khope
Initially I decided to by this camera for the sake of brand Name. After
buying initially I was not happy with the pics I was getting. Then I tried
changing settings and change in the quality of snaps was a miracle.
I am happy on my decision to buy this camera. Not exactly value for money
but is satisfacory.
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Disappointing, November 6, 2005
Reviewer: R. Turner
When researching cameras, I was blinded by the glamour of the Coolpix WiFi
capability. Upon purchasing the camera, I was sorely disappointed by the
camera itself. I found that it does the same things as other, more compact
cameras. Why bother with the bigger size? For a small, compact camera, I
highly recommend the Canon SD400 or 450. They are much smaller and take
even better, sharper pictures than the Coolpix. The cord isn't a hassle so
don't make your choice based on whether or not is has WiFi.
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