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The Nikon Coolpix 7600 is another of Nikons new Coolpix range - this one featuring a 7.1 megapixel sensor, 3x Optical Nikkor Zoom lens (with extra low dispersion). Like others in the new range it features 'D-Lighting' which allows adjustments to images in playback mode that will add light and detail to underexposed parts of the image.
The Coolpix 7600 also features 'Face Priority AF' which automatically finds faces in images and ensures that they are in focus in images as well as in built automatic red eye reduction for detecting and fixing red eyes all within the camera.
Buy the Nikon Coolpix 7600
PMA show report writes about the Nikon Coolpix 7600 saying:
'To obtain even better results, the Nikon Coolpix 7600 is equipped with Nikon's new Electronic VR (vibration reduction.) In times when it is difficult to keep the camera steady this function will stabilize the images. Connecting the camera onto a television set is easy so results can be shared with family and friends to get more fun out of your digital images. Five different colour options allow the photographer to more creative shooting; these options enable changing the complete atmosphere of an image by selecting the sepia or cool blue setting prior to taking the picture. The Nikon 7600 also features approximately 14MB of internal memory which enables taking pictures without inserting an SD memory card into the camera.'
Steves Digicams reviews the Nikon Coolpix 7600 and writes - 'the Nikon Coolpix 7600 is an affordable ultra-compact digicam that offers users great image quality with an abundance of exposure options. The only annoyance I found was when using the flash. After you capture an image, the camera “locks up” until the flash is recharged, which causes you to miss out on some spontaneous photo opportunities. Its 7M/Fine images have plenty of resolution to create photo-quality 13x19-inch or larger prints. With a street price of around $379, it offers a good value for a 7-megapixel digicam.'
PhotographyBLOG reviews the Nikon Coolpix 7600 and writes - 'The Nikon Coolpix 7600 is a compact, stylish and easy-to-use point and shoot digital camera. The scene modes are both numerous and advanced in their implementation and will really help the beginner, and the in-built help system, although limited, will also prove useful. The Nikon Coolpix 7600 has a few new features that aim to make the photographer's life easier, some of which work better than others. D-Lighting was very effective, offering an in-camera solution for revealing detail in the shadow areas of an image without also over-exposing the highlights. The Red-Eye Reduction feature also worked as promised, with no evidence of red-eye. The Face-Priority AF feature sounds like a great idea, but in practice was slow to use and often focused on the wrong object in the scene.'
Imaging Resource reviews the Nikon Coolpix 7600 Digital Camera and writes - 'The Nikon Coolpix 7600 would be a good choice for anyone who wants an easy to use camera that delivers good-looking pictures with pleasing color and plenty of resolution. For those willing to delve just slightly deeper than "just pushing the button," its extensive scene modes and unique framing-assist options greatly extend the camera's capabilities, making it easy to bring back good-looking shots of what might otherwise be difficult subjects. All in all, a good choice for the point & shoot user looking for an easy to use, compact digicam with a surprising range of capabilities. I would liked to have seen better low-light exposure capability, less-noisy flash shots at distances greater than 9 feet, and less color left in images shot under incandescent lighting, but the bottom line is that I think a lot of consumers will be very pleased by the Coolpix 7600's photos.'
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Learn more about the Nikon Coolpix 7600 from the following news release from Nikon.
Tokyo — Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the COOLPIX 7600, a compact and easy-to-operate digital compact camera that combines 7.1 effective megapixel performance with a host of new and enhanced in-camera features designed to appeal to today’s digital camera users of all levels.
COOLPIX 7600 produces clear and sharp images even after cropping and enlarging up to A3 size thanks to its 7.1 effective megapixel high-resolution image sensor and 3x optical Zoom-Nikkor ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lens equivalent to a 38-114mm lens in 35mm format. Macro shooting enables the user to take close-ups as close as 4cm (1.6 inches)
The COOLPIX 7600 incorporates Nikon’s innovative features which produce outstanding images straight out of the camera. Nikon’s exclusive D-Lighting function is available in Playback mode for use on images with excessive backlight or insufficient flash. At the touch of a button, D-Lighting keeps bright areas bright, while automatically adding light and detail to the darker parts.
Face-priority AF is another key advantage of the COOLPIX 7600. Available in Portrait mode, this unique capability has the power to automatically find and focus on people’s faces to ensure sharpness in portrait images where it is needed.
There’s also the In-Camera Red-Eye Fix — a function that can detect the annoying red eye effect sometimes caused by flash and correct it in-camera to leave you with pleasing night portraits.
And last, but definitely not least, there’s Blur Warning too, which alerts the user whenever a shot is compromised by camera shake, allowing another shot to be taken before leaving the scene.
The COOLPIX 7600 is surprisingly simple to operate. Compact dimensions and a well-designed grip make it feel extremely comfortable in the hand. It also features a new Graphic User Interface (GUI) which enables the user to select functions by name or by icon according to their preferences. What’s more, the COOLPIX 7600 also features a useful HELP button. Located conveniently on the back of the camera, the HELP button provides an explanation for functions on the main menu, so there’s no need to worry if you haven’t had time to read the manual.
The COOLPIX 7600 is also more easy to use for people around the world, as the menu can be displayed in a total of 12 languages on the large, bright 1.8-inch, 85,000-dot LCD that is ideal for both composing shots and viewing the results. The COOLPIX 7600 has even been designed to be more energy efficient — enabling the user to take up to 100 images when using two AA-size alkaline batteries.
Like all other cameras in the popular COOLPIX range, the COOLPIX 7600 features a selection of handy Scene Modes that can make operation even easier. All the user has to do is select the Scene Mode that most closely matches the subject, such as Sunset or Portrait — the COOLPIX 7600 then takes care of selecting the optimal settings for the best results. Four of the Scene Modes feature the additional advantage of Scene Assist too, which makes it easier for virtually anyone to achieve more appealing composition. And new to the COOLPIX 7600, there’s also a BSS copy function available in Copy mode, which automatically activates the BSS function to achieve the best possible results.
As well as taking great still images, the COOLPIX 7600 offers movie capability too. Users can choose from a selection of five movie modes, two of which can shoot movies at a smooth 30fps. Furthermore, the COOLPIX 7600 features Nikon’s new Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) function, which can be activated during movie shooting to achieve more stable results when it is difficult to keep the camera steady. The COOLPIX 7600 can also be easily connected to a TV making it easy to enjoy the results with friends and family.
A choice of five Color Options allows the user to be a little more creative with their picture taking, enabling them to select one before shooting to change the mood of an image by making it sepia or shooting in cyanotype, for example.. The COOLPIX 7600 also has approximately 14MB of internal memory, enabling images to be recorded on the camera without a SD memory card.
Printing pictures from the COOLPIX 7600 is easy too. PictBridge compatibility makes it possible to print directly to a compatible printer without the need for a computer. The COOLPIX 7600 also offers the added convenience of being able to select different print sizes actually in the camera.
Like all other cameras in the COOLPIX range, the COOLPIX 7600 comes complete with Nikon’s own PictureProject software, which offers a wide range of versatile functions and is very user-friendly.
Sales release schedule: This camera is scheduled for release in Europe in Spring 2005.
Note: Specifications, design, product name, standard accessories, and release schedule may differ by country or area.
Nikon COOLPIX 7600 Feature Highlights
More megapixels and a powerful ED lens
The COOLPIX 7600 makes it simple for anyone to get results they can be proud of. The 7.1 effective megapixel shooting capability allows the user to capture much more detail than most other entry level digital cameras, while the powerful 3x optical 38-114mm* Zoom-Nikkor ED lens achieves superior sharpness and optimal color correction.
* 35mm [135] equivalent.
Innovations that improve images in-camera
With the previously mentioned advantages alone, it’s easy for virtually anyone to achieve satisfying pictures. The handy In-Camera Red-Eye Fix function automatically detects, then corrects red eyes in-camera, turning shots compromised by flash into pleasing night portraits. The highly impressive D-Lighting function automatically compensates for excessive back light or insufficient flash — transforming the quality of such recorded images at the touch of a button. The Face-priority AF function automatically detects people’s faces in the picture and provides optimal focus accordingly.
User-friendly, easy operation
The COOLPIX 7600 is designed to be easy to use and provides even beginners with the confidence to enjoy digital photography! A redesigned Graphic User Interface (GUI) lets users navigate and select functions by either name or icon, and a handy HELP button displays a description for each of the functions on the main menu - so there’s no need to worry about getting confused! The COOLPIX 7600 also has a 1.8-inch LCD with increased brightness that makes it easy to compose shots and view the results. In addition to these factors, the COOLPIX 7600 is compact and has a well-designed grip — so it feels comfortable in the hand and helps make taking pictures easy.
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Posted by Darren in our Nikon category on February 16, 2005