Typical price: £260
What is it: High-spec 12-megapixel compact
What we think: Not as consummate as we'd expect in such a clever camera, but image quality is superior
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 3 December 2007
Tags: Nikon, Nikon Coolpix P5100, lens, autofocus, image stabilisation
We like:
Compact size; clever image processing; wealth of manual controls
We don't like:
Sluggish performance
You might also need:
Lens adaptors and external flashes can be attached
CNET UK judgement:
With its SLR-style look, above average features and high specs, the Nikon Coolpix P5100 sets a high bar for itself. It isn't quite the all-rounder we expected, but image quality is excellent in this clever and highly adaptable camera
Full review:
The Nikon P5100 is the 12.1-megapixel flagship camera in the Coolpix range. 'P' stands for 'performance' on this, the highest-specced camera in the range, packing SLR-style features and controls into a compact frame for less than £300. We tested to see if this was the best of both worlds, or neither fish nor fowl. Continue Reading...
Nikon Coolpix P5100 History
7 Nov 2007 in Crave
Photos: Hands-on with the Nikon Coolpix P5100
The Nikon P5100 is the flagship of the Coolpix range: a bridge camera with myriad SLR-style features in a compact body
Latest user reviews
December 17, 2007
Posted by: cnetuser
"Best thing ever"
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