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Nikon Coolpix S1000pj

Approximate retail price:

$219.95

Summary: A 12-megapixel camera from Nikon with a 2.6-inch LCD, 5x optical zoom, and an image stabilizer.

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Type: Subcompact models

Specs
Maximum aperture The maximum aperture (lens opening) for wide and telephoto shots. A single number indicates that the camera does not have a zoom lens. Maximum aperture	f3.9-5.8
Shutter speed range Shutter speed controls the length of time that the camera lets in light to expose the camera's sensor. This specification shows the range of selectable shutter speeds by defining the minimum and maximum shutter speeds. Shutter speed range	2 - 1/1500
Optical zoom Optical zoom is the maximum magnifcation of the lens. Optical zoom	5
35mm equivalent zoom ratio All digital camera manufacturers publish this "35mm equivalent" focal length simply because people are used to hearing it and knowing what kind of image a 28mm lens produces compared to a 50mm lens. 35mm equivalent zoom ratio	28-140
LCD size (in.) Digital cameras have a small liquid-crystal display (LCD) screen on the back so you can see the images and decide which to keep. You can also use the LCD to help frame photos, but that's a sure way to run down the battery in a hurry. Most LCD screens are too dim for viewing clearly in sunlight. Many cameras also use the screen for displaying menus and camera settings. It is desirable to have both an LCD display and a viewfinder with an eyepiece. LCD size (in.)	2.6
AA batteries Indicates whether the camera accepts AA batteries. This options allows you to use disposable or rechargeable batteries. AA batteries	No

Features
Viewfinder Found on virtually all models, this optical device allows you to look through an eyepiece to frame the subject before taking a picture. Not to be confused with the LCD image display found on the back of the camera, which is mainly to view photos you've already taken. Viewfinder	No
Eyeglasses Denotes cameras with a viewfinder diopter adjustment, which allows some eyeglass wearers to take off their glasses when using the camera. Eyeglasses	No
Manual controls Some cameras allow the user to set the aperture (f-stop), shutter speed, or (usually) both. This feature is used to override the automatic exposure settings when more control is needed. During a sporting event for example, you may want to use a high shutter speed to freeze the action. Or, you may want to use a low shutter speed to blur moving objects (like a waterfall) while keeping stationary objects sharp. Using shallow depths of field can be used to blur the background of photos while keeping the foreground in focus. Typically up/down arrow keys are used to change settings displayed on the LCD or in the viewfinder. These controls are not as easy to use as on conventional film cameras. Manual controls	No
Manual focus Digital cameras provide greater depth of field than cameras with longer focal-length lenses, such as 35 mm or APS cameras; therefore, manual focusing will rarely be needed. It's not even possible to do on some cameras. Manual focus options vary; a few cameras provide a continuously adjustable manual focus ring, others only a limited number of discrete focus distance settings. Manual focus	No
Macro focus This is a setting that allows you to take extreme close-ups, from a few inches to only 1 or 2 feet away from the subject. test Macro focus	Yes
Exposure compensation Allows for minor adjustments to the automatic-exposure settings. When a scene has high contrast, as in a backlit scene, automatic exposure may not achieve the effect you want. It helps to be able to alter the settings so that the subject of the photo does not appear too dark or too light. Exposure compensation	Yes
Image stabilization type An image stabilizer compensates for handheld camera shake. Optical (in the lens) and mechanical (in the camera body) image stabilizers are the best types to use, although some cameras include simulated stabilization, which is considered a less effective type than the others. Image stabilization type	Optical
Touch screen Touch screen indicates touch capability on the LCD. Touch screen	No

Additional Information (The information below has been supplied by an external source.)

General Information
Manufacturer	Nikon Corporation
Manufacturer Website Address	www.nikon.com
Product Line	Coolpix
Product Series	S
Product Model	S1000PJ
Product Name	Coolpix S1000PJ Compact Camera
Product Type	Compact Camera

Display & Graphics
Screen Size	2.7"
Display Screen Type	LCD
Display Resolution	230000 Pixel
Effective Camera Resolution	12.1 Megapixel
Total Camera Resolution	12.4 Megapixel

Image
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Image Formats	JPEG
Maximum Image Resolution	4000 x 3000

Physical Characteristics
Height	2.5"
Width	4.0"
Depth	0.9"
Weight (Approximate)	5.50 oz

Miscellaneous
Package Contents	Coolpix S1000PJ Point & Shoot Digital Camera Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 Battery Charger MH-65 USB Cable UC-E6 Audio Video Cable EG-CP14 Strap AN-CP19 Projector Stand ET-2 Remote Control ML-L4 CD-ROM

Video
Video Formats	AVI
Maximum Video Resolution	640 x 480
Maximum Frame Rate	30 fps

Warranty
Standard Warranty	1 Year Limited

Audio
Audio Formats	WAV

Lens
Digital Zoom	4x
Focal Length	5 mm to 25 mm
Image Stabilization	Electronic, Optical
Focus Modes	Auto, Manual
Minimum Focus Distance	1.18"

Flash
Flash Modes	Auto Flash, Red-eye Reduction, Flash OFF, Flash ON

Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type	No

Storage
Flash Memory Capacity	36 MB

Memory
Memory Card Supported	Secure Digital (SD) Card, Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card

Interfaces/Ports
USB	Yes

Battery Information
Number of Batteries Supported	1
Battery Size Supported	Proprietary Battery Size
Battery Built-in	No
Battery Included	Yes
Battery Rechargeable	Yes
Battery Life	220 Shot

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