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Nikon Coolpix 885 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Nikon Coolpix 885 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Nikon Coolpix 885 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Nikon Coolpix 885 manual and always important Nikon Coolpix 885 lens which makes the Nikon Coolpix 885 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Nikon Coolpix 885 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Nikon Coolpix 885 kit or bundle, is the Nikon Coolpix 885 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Nikon Coolpix 885 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Nikon Coolpix 885 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
E885 |
| Camera Format |
Compact |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$599.00 |
| Street Price |
$314.00 |
| Price Update Date |
2004-04-15 |
| Date Available |
2001-09-30 |
| Remote Control |
Yes |
| Remote Control Type |
Cabled |
| Tripod Mount |
Yes |
| Operating System |
Windows, MacOS |
| Weight |
225 g
7.9 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
No |
| Size |
95 x 69 x 52 mm
3.7 x 2.7 x 2.0 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
2048x1536, 1024x768, 640x480, 320x240, 160x120 |
| Movie Resolution |
320x240 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
3.37 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1/1.8" |
| Quality Levels |
4 |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
38 - 114 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
3.00x |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
4x in 0.2x steps |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Type |
5-area Contrast-detect TTL AF |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? |
No |
| Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Manual Focus Steps |
49 |
| Normal Focus Range |
30 cm to Infinity
12.2 in to Infinity |
| Macro Focus Range |
4 - 99999 cm
1.6 - 40815.9 in |
| Min Macro Area |
41 x 31 mm
1.6 x 1.2 in |
| Min Aperture |
f/7.6 |
| Max Aperture |
f/2.8 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f/2.8 (wide) / f/4.9 (tele) - f/7.6 |
| Lens Thread Type |
Body Threads w/ adapter |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Real Image Optical Zoom w/ LED |
| Optical VF Accuracy |
76% |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD VF Accuracy |
98% |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.5 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
110000 |
| Max Playback Zoom |
4.00 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
100, 200, 400 |
| ISO Rating Max |
400 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
8 |
| White Balance Settings |
Auto, 5-mode manual w/ fine tuning, hold, bracketing |
| Manual White Balance |
Yes |
| Longest Shutter Time |
60 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/1000 |
| Exp Adj Range |
2.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.33 EV |
| Metering Modes |
256-segment Matrix, Centre-Weighted, Spot, Spot AF Area |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
Yes |
| Shutter Priority |
Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure |
Yes |
| Self Timer |
10 or 3 |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
5 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, Off, Red-Eye Reduction, On, Slow Sync |
| Flash Range Default ISO (meters) |
3.7 |
| Flash Range Description |
0.4 to 3.7 m, 1.3 to 12.1 ft. (wide); 0.4 to 2.3 m, 1.3 to 7.5 ft. (tele) |
| Ext Flash |
No |
| 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 MOV |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| Video Mode Switchable |
Yes |
| External Connections |
USB 1.1 |
| Other Connection |
DC In |
| Included Software |
Nikon View 4 (COOLPIX) CD-ROM |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows, Mac OS |
| Performance Timing |
Startup Time |
8.2 seconds |
| Shutdown Time |
2.9 seconds |
| Play -> Record |
4.2 seconds |
| Record -> Play (max res) |
6.6 seconds |
| Record -> Play (min res) |
6.6 seconds |
| Shutter Lag, Prefocus |
0.2 seconds |
| Cycle Time Uncompressed Format |
50.0 seconds |
| Cycle Time Max Res |
1.0 seconds |
| Cycle Time Min Res |
0.7 seconds |
| Buffer Frames, Max Res |
4 |
| Continuous Mode Rate (fps) |
30.0 |
| Movie Mode Rate (Frames/Sec) |
15.0 |
| Movie Sec @ Max Res |
40 |
| Movie Sec @ Min Res |
40 |
| Download speed, KB/second |
515.0 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
2CR5/DL245, EN-EL1 |
| Usable Battery Types |
Lithium disposable, Lithium Ion rechargeable |
| Batteries Included |
2CR5 Lithium disposable |
| Battery Charger Included |
No |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
Zoom lens is Nikkor-branded. Minimum focus distance of 30cm/1ft (normal) and 4cm/1.6in (macro) is at wide angle; telephoto figures are 60cm/2ft (normal) and 30cm/1ft (macro). Has two possible aperture settings in manual mode, f/2.8 (wide) / f/4.9 (tele) or f/7.6. Offers four 'email' picture sizes via resizing at upload time: 640 x 480, 320 x 240, 160 x 120 or 96 x 72 pixels. 'Scene' modes are: Portrait, Party/Indoor, Night Portrait, Beach/Snow, Landscape, Sunset, Night Landscape, Museum, Fireworks Show, Close Up, Copy and Back Light. Shutter speeds of 8 to 60 seconds in manual mode only. Has focus confirmation in manual focus mode. Best Shot Selector (BSS) function takes up to 10 images whilst shutter button held down, then selects the highest contrast image (hence, the sharpest) and discards the rest. White balance bracketing takes a series of images with different white balance settings. Auto Exposure Bracketing takes a series of images with different exposure. Sharpening level is user-adjustable in Custom mode. 'Quick Review' button shows images during shooting, and allows deletion. 'Transfer' button allows one-touch uploading of images. Has noise reduction capability for long exposures. Burst mode of 30fps for 70 frames is at QVGA (320x240 pixel) only. Multi-shot mode captures 16 thumbnail images in one larger image. USB Mass Storage Class compliant for driverless connectivity with Windows 2000 and Me, or MacOS 8.6+. Complies with Epson PRINT Image Matching technology for improved color reproduction with compatible printers/software. Battery life rated at 90 minutes with EN-EL1 rechargeable battery, 100 minutes with 2CR5 disposable. Bundled with lens cap, wrist strap, video cable, 16MB CompactFlash card, USB cable, Nikon View 4 CD-ROM. In some markets, will come with rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL1 and Battery Charger MH-52 - note that US cameras will include a disposable 2CR5 battery only, and the optional battery/charger will be a must-buy. Other optional accessories include Soft Case-E885, Step Down Ring Lens Adaptor UR-E4, Wideangle Converter WC-E24/WC-E63, Telephoto Converter TC-2E/TC-E3ED, Fisheye Converter FC-E8, Slide Copy Adaptor ES-E28, Remote Cord MC-EU1 and LCD Hood HL-E885. Available in metallic silver or charcoal black versions. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Nikon Coolpix 885 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Nikon Coolpix 885 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 885 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Nikon Coolpix 885 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 885 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Nikon Coolpix 885 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Nikon Coolpix 885 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Nikon Coolpix 885 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Nikon Coolpix 885, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Nikon Coolpix 885 camera or Nikon Coolpix 885 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 885 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 885 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Nikon Coolpix 885 powergrip digital camera.
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