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Nikon CoolPix 990 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Nikon CoolPix 990 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Nikon CoolPix 990 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Nikon CoolPix 990 manual and always important Nikon CoolPix 990 lens which makes the Nikon CoolPix 990 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Nikon CoolPix 990 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Nikon CoolPix 990 kit or bundle, is the Nikon CoolPix 990 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Nikon CoolPix 990 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Nikon CoolPix 990 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
E990 |
| Camera Format |
Swivel |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$999.00 |
| Street Price |
$899.00 |
| Price Update Date |
2004-04-15 |
| Remote Control |
Yes |
| Remote Control Type |
Wired |
| Tripod Mount |
Yes |
| Weight |
450 g
15.7 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
With |
| Size |
143 x 79 x 38 mm
5.6 x 3.1 x 1.5 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
2048x1536, 1024x768, 640x480 |
| Movie Resolution |
320x240 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
3.34 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1/1.8" |
| CCD Filter Type |
CMYG |
| Movie Audio |
No |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
38 - 115 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
3.02x |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
1.2x - 4.0x in 0.2x |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Normal Focus Range |
30 cm to Infinity
12.2 in to Infinity |
| Macro Focus Range |
2 - 99999 cm
0.8 - 40815.9 in |
| Min Macro Area |
20 x 15 mm
0.8 x 0.6 in |
| Min Aperture |
f/11.0 |
| Max Aperture |
f/2.5 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f2.5/4.0 (wide/tele) - f/11, continuous range, 1/3 stop increments |
| Lens Thread |
28 mm |
| Lens Thread Type |
Lens Threads |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Real Image |
| Optical VF Accuracy |
88% |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD VF Accuracy |
97% |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.8 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
112000 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
100, 200, 400 |
| ISO Rating Max |
400 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
5 |
| Manual White Balance |
Yes |
| Longest Shutter Time |
8 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/1000 |
| Exp Adj Range |
2.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.33 EV |
| Metering Modes |
Matrix (256 Segment), Center Weighted, Spot, Spot AF |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
Yes |
| Shutter Priority |
Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure |
Yes |
| Self Timer |
3, 10 seco |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
5 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, Flash Cancel, Anytime Flash, Slow-Sync, Red-Eye reduction |
| Flash Range Default ISO (meters) |
2.3 |
| Flash Range Description |
1-7.5 feet (0.3 - 2.3 m) (ISO 100 setting, telephoto mode), but seemed fine |
| Ext Flash |
Yes |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
CompactFlash Type 1 |
| Memory Included (MB) |
16.0 |
| Uncompressed Format |
TIFF |
| CCD Raw Format |
No |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG |
| Movie File Format |
QuickTime |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| External Connections |
Serial USB 1.1 |
| Included Software |
NikonView version 3.0, Genuine Fractals 2.0 LE for Compression and Scaling (Altamira Group), Cumulus 5.0 Demo for image and asset management (Canto), iPIX immersive imaging (Internet Pictures Corporation), Great Photo! for image manipulation and correctio |
| OS Compatibility |
PC, Mac |
| Performance Timing |
Cycle Time Max Res |
1.8 seconds |
| Cycle Time Min Res |
1.6 seconds |
| Continuous Mode Rate (fps) |
1.5 |
| Movie Mode Rate (Frames/Sec) |
15.0 |
| Movie Sec @ Max Res |
40 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
AA |
| Usable Battery Types |
Alkaline, Lithium, NiCd, NiMH (4 NiMH recommended) |
| Batteries Included |
No |
| Battery Charger Included |
No |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
External flash connector is Nikon proprietary, need flash adapter for conventional units. MANY sophisticated features, including multi-zone AF, Best Shot Selector for sharp handheld shots in low light. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Nikon CoolPix 990 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Nikon CoolPix 990 power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Nikon CoolPix 990 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Nikon CoolPix 990 even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk. Nikon CoolPix 990 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Nikon CoolPix 990 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Nikon CoolPix 990 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Nikon CoolPix 990 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Nikon CoolPix 990, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Nikon CoolPix 990 camera or Nikon CoolPix 990 lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push. All in all the Nikon CoolPix 990 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Nikon CoolPix 990 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Nikon CoolPix 990 powergrip digital camera.
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