The Nikon COOLPIX 885 is a compact, lightweight(225g) 3-megapixel digital still camera, it was developed as a successor to the highly acclaimed COOLPIX 880 . It is a mid-range model in the COOLPIX series featuring Nikon’s newly developed 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens(equivalent to 38-114mm in 35mm format). The 3.21-megapixel imager delivers ultrahigh-definition images up to 2, 048 x 1, 536-pixels. The Programmed AUTO and 12 Scene Mode settings will enable users to capture the essence of every picture in all sorts of lighting environments. One-button data transfer simplifies image data uploading. The new Small Picture function produces reduced-size pictures for e-mail and use on the internet.
The COOLPIX 885, available in metallic silver and charcoal black, comes with essential accessories including a disposable 2CR5 lithium battery 16MB Compact Flash Card, USB cable and software. With a lens adaptor, it can accept various Nikkor converter lenses, such as Wideangle, Telephoto and Fisheye. An optional LCD hood increases LCD monitor visibility when shooting in daylight. With so many features and accessories, and a remarkably easy-to-use design the COOLPIX 885 promises to win over countless new users to the increasingly exciting field of digital photography.
Nikon COOLPIX 885 Major Features · 3.21 million effective pixels for 2, 048 x 1, 536-pixel images
· 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens(38-114mm in 35mm format)
· Digital zoom up to 4x magnification(12x when combined with optical zoom)
· Bright, clear 1.5’, 110, 000-dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD monitor
· Nikon’s advance
d image-processing algorithm ensures faithful color reproduction
· Images can be saved as uncompressed TIFF-RGB or compressed JPEG(FINE: approx. 1/4, NORMAL: approx. 1/8, BASIC: approx. 1/16)
· Shutter speeds: 8 seconds to 1/1000 sec., Bulb up to 60 sec. in Manual
· 256-segment Matrix, Centre-Weighted, Spot or Spot AF Area metering
· Matrix Auto White Balance, 5-mode manual with fine tuning, preset white balance and White Balance Bracketing
· ISO equivalent 100, 200, 400 or Auto can be set in CSM mode
· Macro shooting capability as close as 4cm(1.6 in.)
· Best Shot Selector(BSS) function
· Single, Continuous, Multi-Shot 16(16 frames 1/16 in size), VGA Sequence and Ultra High Speed(70 QVGA images at approx. 30 fps) capture modes
· AUTO Mode for point-and-shoot operation
· 5-Area Multi Autofocus for easier photo composition
· Movie mode captures up to 40 sec. of QVGA frames at 15 fps
12 Scene Modes - choose from 12 different “scenes”(Portrait, Party/Indoor, Night Portrait, Beach/Snow, Landscape, Sunset, Night Landscape, Museum, Fireworks Show, Close Up, Copy, Back Light)
· Advanced, built-in 5-mode Speedlight
· Quick Review button displays images during shooting for instant selection or deletion
· TRANSFER Button lets users automatically upload image data to a computer
· Small Picture function creates smaller size image data for e-mail attachment
· Automatic Noise Reduction function for superior images at slow shutter speeds
· USB interface for Plug-and-Play and compatible with devices that support USB Mass Storage class
· Ergonomic design features intelligent button layout and directional Multi Selector for easy handling, superb operability
· Compact and lightweight(225g/7.9 oz.) body with fully retractable zoom lens
· Extended battery life of approx. 90 min. with Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL1
· Compatible with Nikon Telephoto, Wideangle and Fisheye Converter Lenses, and Slide Copy Adaptor(requires optional Step Down Ring Lens Adaptor UR-E4)
· Comes with Lens cap, Wrist strap, Video cable, 16MB CompactFlash™ Card, USB cable, Nikon View 4(COOLPIX) CD-ROM, Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL1, Battery Charger MH-52
· New dedicated LCD Hood HL-E885 is available as an option
· Supports EPSON’PRINT Image Matching’ technology
Highly Recommended at Price of Rs 30000/- definitely worth the price for anyone looking at serious photography