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Nikon UK launches Coolpix L320 superzoom, US announces Coolpix S3500

Mar 5, 2013 at 04:01:00 GMT
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Nikon Europe has announced the Coolpix L320 CCD-based superzoom, while Nikon USA has announced the Coolpix S3500. The 16MP L320 features a 22.5–585mm equiv. zoom lens, 3.0" LCD, 720p HD recording and runs on two AA batteries. It will be available from the end of this month at a retail price of around £199.99. Nikon USA has announced the Coolpix S3500, revealed last week in Europe.

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Press Release:

Nikon’s new super-zoom COOLPIX L320

 
RRP: £199.99 / €239.00
Sales start date: 21st March 2013
 
London, UK, 5th March 2013 – Nikon today announces a 16-megapixel COOLPIX L320, a new super-zoom compact camera that allows you to get closer to the action than ever, thanks to a 26x extreme wide-angle optical zoom lens.
 
James Loader, Product Manager for Consumer Products at Nikon UK. "The COOLPIX L320 is an easy to use, versatile camera that allows you to capture special moments; from family scenes to action shots. Creative photographers will enjoy shooting still images and video, and the AA batteries make this camera ideal for travelling."
 
Affordable performance that is built for life: the COOLPIX L320
With a super-zoom lens and 720p movie recording, the COOLPIX L320 offers great technology that is easy-to-use to make sure memorable moments are reliably captured. Easy Auto mode optimises all settings according to the light you are in, making shooting effortless.
 
The NIKKOR 26x extreme wide-angle optical zoom lens with 22.5–585mm range will cover everything from sweeping vistas to distant action. Meanwhile, a 16-megapixel CCD image sensor and four different automatic anti-blur functions, along with Lens shift VR (vibration reduction) counters the effects of camera shake ensuring sharp images every time.
 
All this is powered by convenient AA batteries so you don’t have to worry about running out of power– whether you’re at home or travelling abroad.
 
The COOLPIX L320 comes in black.

Key Features

  • High-power NIKKOR 26x zoom lens (22.5–585mm): with extreme wide-angle to super-telephoto coverage. From sweeping vistas to distant action, enjoy the freedom to capture it all.
  • Easy operation: enjoy effortless shooting with easy-to-reach control buttons and Easy Auto mode, which optimizes all settings according to the light in which you are shooting.
  • 16 MP CCD image sensor: designed to capture outstandingly detailed images, make creative image crops and produce superb poster-size enlargements.
  • Crisp HD video recording: a dedicated movie-record button makes it easy to begin recording.
  • 7.5-cm (3.0-in.) 230k-dot LCD screen: whether you shoot in bright sunlight or in low light, the large, high-resolution LCD monitor with wide viewing angle and anti-reflective coating offers clear shooting and playback.
  • Anti-blur technology: Lens-shift VR (vibration reduction) counters the effects of camera shake; High ISO (up to 1600) light sensitivity for sharper images in low light; Motion detection compensates for camera and subject movement; and Best shot selector (BSS) selects the sharpest of up to ten sequential shots.
  • Smart portrait system: snap perfect portraits every time. Smile timer takes the shot when your subject smiles; Blink proof alerts you when someone’s eyes were closed; Skin softening adjusts uneven skin tones for smoother-looking skin; and Red-eye Fix corrects false eye colour due to the flash.
  • 18 scene modes: automatically optimize the camera settings for popular photographic styles, effects and locations. Achieve great shots by simply selecting the mode that matches your situation.
  • AA-size batteries: powered by four AA-size batteries, readily available across the world.
  • EXPEED C2 image processing system: provides enhanced movie recording, high-sensitivity performance and maximum image quality.
  • Wireless transfer: compatible with Eye-Fi X2 (or later) cards. Transmit your digital photos (in JPEG format) directly to your smart device or personal computer and take advantage of Nikon’s online photo sharing service, Nikon Image Space.

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Comments

Total comments: 16
papillon_65
By papillon_65 (3 months ago)

It's not a camera that interests me personally but what does anyone expect for that price? A few years ago people would have been drooling over that range, some people need to get real.

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nima6699
By nima6699 (3 months ago)

tnx

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ecm
By ecm (3 months ago)

Just so you know, "Low-end garbage" isn't a prestigious market segment, Nikon. Looks like you forgot that in the last several years.

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HaroldC3
By HaroldC3 (3 months ago)

Zzzz Zzzz Zzzz

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Wally 100
By Wally 100 (2 months ago)

Unhelpful - from bigginer

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mpgxsvcd
By mpgxsvcd (3 months ago)

I am guessing this is not a very fast focal ratio lens? I can't tell from the pictures or the press release.

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Timmbits
By Timmbits (3 months ago)

I'm STILL waiting for something with a larger sensor than what's in my X-S1
(2/3", circa 2011)

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jcmarfilph
By jcmarfilph (3 months ago)

Another toyzoom camera. Thanks Nikon!

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Wally 100
By Wally 100 (2 months ago)

Unhelpful - from bigginer

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Pat Cullinan Jr
By Pat Cullinan Jr (3 months ago)

585 mm and no VF? Tondelayo no like.

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Hugo808
By Hugo808 (3 months ago)

22 - 585mm Blimey! I feel like I'd want a viewfinder at that magnification, might make it easier to hold the thing steady. AA batts are a good idea though...

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ric63
By ric63 (3 months ago)

Just like the Sony H100.
Not good, UNTIL it was dropped here in Australia to $99 WOW.
Awesome camera for the $
As Homer would say Woo Hoo!

Comment edited 16 seconds after posting
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ybizzle
By ybizzle (3 months ago)

This is one sad camera...

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Wally 100
By Wally 100 (2 months ago)

Unhelpful - from bigginer

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Camediadude
By Camediadude (3 months ago)

no evf, no thanks.

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Wally 100
By Wally 100 (2 months ago)

Unhelpful - from bigginer

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Total comments: 16