Typical price: £410
What is it: An 8-megapixel digital camera
What we think: We like the image stabilisation, and the overall ease of use has improved from the previous model, but the image quality could be better
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 28 January 2005
Tags: Nikon, Nikon Coolpix 8800, performance, remote control, camera
We like:
10x zoom lens; effective vibration reduction; excellent red-eye prevention; ultrahigh-speed 30fps burst mode
We don't like:
Spotty image quality; viewfinder freezes and blanks under certain circumstances
You might also need:
1GB CompactFlash card
CNET UK judgement:
An 8-megapixel megazoom with image stabilisation, the Coolpix 8800 is a solid, though not spectacular, enthusiast option
Full review:
Vibration reduction headlines the set of features of this 8-megapixel Coolpix 8700 replacement, which also includes a longer zoom lens (10x versus 8x), support for Nikon's i-TTL SB600 and SB800 external flash units, improved design, and a higher-quality JPEG mode (at a 1:2 compression ratio). Throw in the Nikon Coolpix 8800's extended flash range, faster USB 2.0 camera-to-computer transfer, a beefier battery, a handful of new scene modes, and an included infrared remote control, and you'll see why it's attracting the attention of photo enthusiasts. Continue Reading...
Latest user reviews
April 15, 2006
Posted by: Adrian Reynolds
"Very good images, vibration reduction great on zoomed images"
June 4, 2005
Posted by: Rod Blocksidge
"A very good camera with a superb lens and excellent vibration reduction"
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