Typical price: £129
What is it: Compact 5-megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom
What we think: This budget-minded camera produces good-looking photos but offers few options
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 19 June 2006
Tags: Nikon, Nikon Coolpix L3, presets, power button, megapixel camera
We like:
Simple to use; solid image quality
We don't like:
Sluggish performance; can't change light-sensitivity setting manually; noticeable vignetting
CNET UK judgement:
The budget-minded Nikon Coolpix L3 produces good-looking photos but offers few options
Full review:
The Nikon Coolpix L3 is the midrange member of Nikon's simple, inexpensive L-series digital cameras. The 5-megapixel camera sports a 3x optical zoom lens, a handful of useful scene modes and a small price tag. It's not the fastest, sharpest or sleekest digital camera on the market, but this little shooter produces good-looking images for the price. Continue Reading...
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