The COOLPIX P60 Offers Reliability and Familiarity to the Camera Enthusiast
MELVILLE, N.Y., Jan. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikon is pleased to introduce a
new addition to its COOLPIX Performance Series line of digital cameras: the
COOLPIX P60. Developed for the consumer looking for a compact digital
camera with creative control, the 8.1 effective megapixel P60 delivers both
Program and Manual controls, increased resolution and a 5x Zoom-NIKKOR
glass lens with Vibration Reduction (VR) Image Stabilization for stunningly
sharp images. The P60 also offers an electronic viewfinder that assists the
composition of photos from close-ups to vast landscapes.
The COOLPIX P60, along with Nikon's entire line of photographic,
optical and digital imaging solutions, will be on display at the PMA 2008
tradeshow, from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2 at exhibitor booth # G220.
"Great for the camera enthusiast, the COOLPIX P60 offers structure and
substance," says Bill Giordano, General Manager, Marketing, COOLPIX for
Nikon Inc. "The P60 blends a familiar and classic Nikon design with new
features and technology."
The COOLPIX P60 comes with a functional body design and a defined hand
grip for secure finger placement and easy operation. The camera's mode dial
includes two exposure modes -- Programmed Auto and Manual -- to offer
consumers creative control over the pictures they take. Programmed Auto [P]
mode automatically selects optimal shutter and aperture settings, while
Manual [M] mode provides full control over both. Additionally, the P60 is
equipped with 15 scene-optimized modes for making portraits, sports,
landscapes, beach and snow shots a snap to shoot, as well as four different
movie modes to expand users' photography experience.
To ensure sharp and steady images when utilizing the camera's 5x zoom,
the P60 boasts sophisticated VR Optical Image Stabilization technology,
which helps overcome the effects of camera shake. The P60 also sports an
extended light sensitivity range up to ISO 2000, which helps capture
stunning pictures in low light settings. The COOLPIX P60 utilizes Nikon's
EXPEED(TM) image processing system for enhanced noise reduction and
improved signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio, preserving image quality even when
shooting at higher ISO settings.
The P60 continues Nikon's tradition of including its unique image
innovations in its COOLPIX cameras. The P60 features improved Face-priority
AF*, which automatically finds and focuses on up to five faces within the
frame; In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, which can automatically detect and correct
red eye in a photo; and D-Lighting, which compensates for excessive
backlight or insufficient flash in images.
The camera is powered by two AA-size batteries, adding to its
convenient portability. The P60 features PictBridge support and will be
compatible with SD/SDHC cards. The P60 will also include Nikon's new
COOLPIX Software Suite, to make transferring and editing photos a snap.
The Nikon COOLPIX P60 will be available nationwide beginning March 2008
at a MSRP of $229.95**. For more information about these and other COOLPIX
cameras, please visit http://www.nikonusa.com.
*Face-recognition capability may be limited in some shooting
conditions.
** Estimated selling price listed is only an estimate. Actual prices
are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.
About Nikon
Nikon, At the Heart of the Image(TM). Nikon Inc. is the world leader in
digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology and is
globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and
performance for its award-winning consumer and professional photographic
equipment. Nikon Inc. distributes consumer and professional digital SLR
cameras, NIKKOR optics, Speedlights and system accessories; Nikon
COOLPIX(R) compact digital cameras; COOLSCAN(R) digital film scanners; 35mm
film SLR cameras; Nikon software products and Nikon sports and recreational
optics. Nikon D Series digital SLR cameras are recognized as "Highest in
Customer Satisfaction with Digital SLR cameras," according to the latest
J.D. Power and Associates 2007 Digital Camera Satisfaction Study. Nikon
Corporation, the parent company of Nikon Inc., recently celebrated its 90th
anniversary and announced the production of over 40 million NIKKOR SLR
interchangeable lenses. For more information, dial (800) NIKON-US or visit
http://www.nikonusa.com, which links all levels of photographers to the Web's most
comprehensive photo learning and sharing communities.
For J.D. Power and Associates award information go to jdpower.com.
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