Two new additions to the Nikon Coolpix range Thursday February 12, 2004 Two new additions to the Nikon Coolpix range Nikon have announced two additions to its Coolpix consumer line-up; the Coolpix 4200 offering a 4.0 effective megapixels and the Coolpix 5200 which incorporates a 5.1 effective megapixel CCD. Both cameras feature a newly developed 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens with a focal range of 7.8 to 23.4mm (equivalent to a 38-114mm lens in 35mm format). This compact lens unique to both the Coolpix 4200 and the Coolpix 5200 ensures optimal clarity through the use of a glass ED element and aspherical elements, resulting in a significant reduction in aberration. With an elegant aluminium exterior, both cameras feature the stylish grip design which comes as standard to the Coolpix range. These light weight and compact cameras feature controls which are conveniently situated on the back of the camera body, enabling highly intuitive operation and providing easy access to each camera's 15 Scene modes. Each of these modes enables simplicity for shooting a variation of subjects, while four modes offer a Scene Assist function, making shooting easier still. New to the Nikon Coolpix range, both cameras incorporate automated reduction of the "red-eye" effect. Advanced Red-eye Reduction is fully integrated into the Nikon image processing system within the camera and once enabled operates without the need for any user intervention. The Coolpix 4200 and the Coolpix 5200 achieve rapid power-up and swift, precise autofocus, allowing photo opportunities to be seized at any time. The two cameras also offer high-speed continuous shooting, allowing the user to capture fast action as it happens. In addition, they both have an easy-to-see GUI, enabling the user to select desired settings and functions in minimal time, with minimal effort. White balance offers a choice of Automatic, Preset and 7 Manual modes. What's more, it divides the shooting area into segments to determine the most appropriate setting for the capture of faithful colours. There is also a white balance bracketing function that takes a series of three shots at different white balance settings with just a single press of the shutter release button. The Coolpix 4200 allows high-quality TV-size movies to be recorded at a rate of 15fps, whilst the Coolpix 5200 offers movies with audio, recorded at the smooth rate of 30fps. All recorded movies and images can be automatically imported into the included Nikon PictureProject software, opening up a whole new range of possibilities for the digital photographer. Enabling organization, editing, and design capabilities for images in a unified, user-friendly interface, this exciting new software from Nikon will also allow the addition of new features as the market evolves. For storage convenience at any time, both the Coolpix 4200 and the Coolpix 5200 are equipped with approximately 12MB of internal memory, allowing the storage of a substantial number of shots without the need for an SD memory card. The two compact digital cameras are compatible with both Li-ion rechargeable batteries and lithium disposable batteries. As a result of the high-level specifications, both the Coolpix 4200 and the Coolpix 5200 achieve prints that can be enlarged up to A4 size whilst still retaining an admirable level of quality. Printing can also occur without the need for a PC, by simply connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer via the included USB cable. The Coolpix 4200 will be available from June The Coolpix 5200 will be available from May The recommended retail price for both cameras is yet to be confirmed Coolpix 4200 Feature Highlights Superior image quality The newly developed compact lens of the Coolpix 4200 ensures optimal clarity through the use of a glass ED element and aspherical elements. It has also been specially designed to retract to an extent that complements the camera's slim design. The Coolpix 4200 offers the imaging power of 4.0 effective megapixels and a newly developed D-SLR-based image processor, which together maintain exceptional clarity. Swift, intelligent operation With rapid power-up and quick, precise autofocus, the Coolpix 4200 allows the user to seize photo opportunities in an instant. It also features a clear LCD with an easy-to-see GUI, which makes operation even smoother still, and offers Advanced Red-eye Reduction, which provides automatic in-camera correction. Convenient and useful in a range of situations, Advanced Red-eye Reduction also activates automatically upon selection of Night portrait mode. Coolpix 4200 Major Features * Newly developed compact lens: f=7.8-23.4mm (equivalent to f=38-114mm in 35mm format) including 2x aspherical elements and 1x ED glass element. * 4.0 effective megapixels * Newly developed D-SLR based image processing engine * 1.5-in., 110,000-dot TFT LCD monitor with brightness adjustment * High precision Multi-Area AF * Offers 5 focus areas (when using Autofocus mode) * Allows manual selection of the focus area with Manual Area Focus mode employing 99 areas * Allows focus to be locked on the centre of the frame with Central Area Focus mode * AF-assist illuminator enables more accurate focusing when shooting subjects in low-light situations * High-quality white balance * Offers a selection of Auto, Preset, and 7 manual modes * White Balance bracketing automatically takes 3 consecutive shots using different white balance settings with just a single press of the shutter release button * Advanced Red-eye Reduction provides automatic in-camera correction. Useful in various situations, it also activates automatically upon selection of Night portrait mode. * High-speed continuous shooting at approx. 1 fps * High-quality TV-size movies can be recorded with sound at a rate of 15fps * 15 Scene modes including four with Scene Assistance function - Scene modes with Scene Assist function (Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Night portrait); Other Scene modes (Party, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night landscape, Close up, Museum, Fireworks show, Copy, Back light, Panorama assist) * Easy-to-see user interface * 12MB of internal memory enables the storing of images without use of an SD memory card * High-quality output supports prints of up to A4 dimensions * Direct printing is made possible through support of PictBridge* * When used with PictBridge compatible printers. * Compact, long-life batteries * Compatible with two types of thin, high-capacity batteries * Li-ion rechargeable battery EN-EL5 * Lithium disposable battery CP1 * Swift power-up for stress-free operation * USB interface for rapid image transfer * Nikon PictureProject software (supplied) features a user-friendly interface and highly versatile functions, such as red-eye reduction, plug-in modules, communications functions, (Auto Update) * Supplied accessories* comprise Strap, USB cable, Li-ion rechargeable battery, Battery charger, Nikon PictureProject Software CD-ROM, Quick Start Guide, and Instruction manual * Optional accessories include AC adapter EH-62A, Soft case, Waterproof Case WP-CP2**, and SD memory card * Standard accessories may differ by country ** Not available in some countries and area. Coolpix 4200 Specifications Type Digital camera E4200 Effective pixels 4.0 million CCD 1/1.8-in. primary colour CCD (4.13 million total pixels) Image size 4M (2,272 x 1,704), 3M (2,048 x 1,536), 2M (1,600 x 1,200), PC (1,024 x 768), TV (640 x 480) Lens 3x Zoom-Nikkor; f=7.8-23.4mm (35mm format equivalent to 38-114mm)/ f/2.8 - f/4.9; 7 elements in 6 groups (one ED lens and two aspherical lenses); Digital zoom: up to 4x Autofocus Contrast-detect TTL AF Focus range Approx. 30cm (1.8") - 8; approx. 4cm (1.6") - 8 at wide zoom position in macro close up mode Focus area Auto (5-area automatic focus selection), Manual (99-area manual focus selection), Centre-focus area selection available LCD monitor 1.5-in.; 110,000-dot low-temp. polysilicon TFT transflective LCD with brightness adjustment; Advanced brightness control LCD Storage media Internal memory: approx. 12MB, SD memory card Shooting modes Auto, Scene Assistance (Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Night portrait), Scene (Party, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night landscape, Close up, Museum, Fireworks show, Copy, Back light, Panorama assist), BSS (Best Shot Selector), Image adjustment, Image sharpening, Saturation control, Auto exposure bracketing, White Balance (Auto, Preset and 7 manual modes), WB bracketing, Digital zoom (Max. 4x), Noise reduction, Self-timer (3 sec., 10 sec.) Movie TV movie (640*) at 15fps, Small size (320*) at 15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps Capture modes Single, Continuous (1fps), Multi-shot 16 (16 frames 1/16 in size), 5 shot buffer Exposure metering Matrix metering, Centre-weighted metering, Spot metering Shutter Mechanical and charge coupled electronic shutter Shutter speed 4-1/2,000 sec. Aperture Electronically controlled preset aperture Aperture range Two-step (f/2.8 and f/4.8 [Wide]) Built-in Speedlight Auto, Red-eye Reduction Auto (Advanced Red-eye Reduction), Anytime Flash, Flash Cancel, and Slow sync. Interface USB, Audio Video output (NTSC/PAL) Power requirements One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (Supplied), One CP1 Lithium Battery (Optional), AC adapter EH-62A (Optional) Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 88 x 60 x 36.5mm (3.5 x 2.3 x 1.4 in.) Weight Approx. 155g (5.5 oz.) (Without battery and SD memory card) Supplied accessories* Strap, USB cable, Audio Video cable, Li-ion rechargeable battery EN-EL5, Battery charger MH-61, Software CD-ROM, Quick Start Guide, and Instruction manual Optional accessories AC Adapter EH-62A, Soft Case, Waterproof Case WP-CP2**, and SD memory card * Standard accessories may differ by country or area. ** Not available in some countries and area. Coolpix 5200 Feature Highlights Superior image quality The newly developed compact lens of the Coolpix 5200 ensures optimal clarity through the use of a glass ED element and aspherical elements. It has also been specially designed to retract to an extent that complements the camera's slim design. The Coolpix 5200 offers the imaging power of 5.1 effective megapixels and a newly developed D-SLR-based image processor, which together maintain exceptional clarity. Swift, intelligent operation With rapid power-up and quick, precise autofocus, the Coolpix 5200 allows the user to seize photo opportunities in an instant. It also features a clear LCD with an easy-to-see GUI, which makes operation even smoother still, and offers Advanced Red-eye Reduction, which provides automatic in-camera correction. Convenient and useful in a range of situations, Advanced Red-eye Reduction also activates automatically upon selection of Night portrait mode. Coolpix 5200 Major Features * Newly developed compact lens: f=7.8-23.4mm (equivalent to f=38-114mm in 35mm format) including 2x aspherical elements and 1x ED glass element. * 5.1 effective megapixels * Newly developed D-SLR based image processing engine * 1.5-in., 110,000-dot TFT LCD monitor with brightness adjustment * High precision Multi-Area AF * Offers 5 focus areas (when using Autofocus mode) * Allows manual selection of the focus area with Manual Area Focus mode employing 99 areas * Allows focus to be locked on the centre of the frame with Central Area Focus mode * AF-assist illuminator enables more accurate focusing when shooting subjects in low-light situations * High-quality white balance * Offers a selection of Auto, Preset, and 7 manual modes * White Balance bracketing automatically takes 3 consecutive shots using different white balance settings with just a single press of the shutter release button * Advanced Red-eye Reduction provides automatic in-camera correction. Useful in various situations, it also activates automatically upon selection of Night portrait mode. * High-speed continuous shooting at approx. 2.5fps * High-quality TV-size movies can be recorded with sound at a rate of 30fps * 15 Scene modes including four with Scene Assistance function - Scene modes with Scene Assist function (Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Night portrait); Other Scene modes (Party, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night landscape, Close up, Museum, Fireworks show, Copy, Back light, Panorama assist) * Easy-to-see user interface * 12MB of internal memory enables the storing of images without use of an SD memory card * High-quality output supports prints of up to A4 dimensions * Direct printing is made possible through support of PictBridge* * When used with PictBridge compatible printers. * Compact, long-life batteries * Compatible with two types of thin, high-capacity batteries * Li-ion rechargeable battery EN-EL5 * Lithium disposable battery CP1 * Swift power-up for stress-free operation * USB interface for rapid image transfer * Nikon PictureProject software (supplied) features a user-friendly interface and highly versatile functions, such as red-eye reduction, plug-in modules, communications functions, (Auto Update) * Supplied accessories* comprise Strap, USB cable, Audio Video cable, Li-ion rechargeable battery, Battery charger, Software CD-ROM, Quick Start Guide, and Instruction manual * Optional accessories include AC adapter EH-62A, Soft case, Waterproof Case WP-CP2 **, and SD memory card * Standard accessories may differ by country or area. ** Not available in some countries and area. Coolpix 5200 Specifications Type Digital camera E5200 Effective pixels 5.1 million CCD 1/1.8-in. primary colour CCD (5.26 million total pixels) Image size 5M (2,592 x 1,944), 3M (2,048 x 1,536), 2M (1,600 x 1,200), PC (1,024 x 768), TV (640 x 480) Lens 3x Zoom-Nikkor; f=7.8-23.4mm (35mm format equivalent to 38-114mm)/ f/2.8 - f/4.9; 7 elements in 6 groups (one ED lens and two aspherical lenses); Digital zoom: up to 4x Autofocus Contrast-detect TTL AF Focus range Approx. 30cm (1.8") - 8; approx. 4cm (1.6") - 8 at wide zoom position in macro close up mode Focus area Auto (5-area automatic focus selection), Manual (99-area manual focus selection), Centre-focus area selection available LCD monitor 1.5-in.; 110,000-dot low-temp. polysilicon TFT transflective LCD with brightness adjustment; Advanced brightness control LCD Storage media Internal memory: approx. 12MB, SD memory card Shooting modes Auto, Scene Assistance (Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Night portrait), Scene (Party, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night landscape, Close up, Museum, Fireworks show, Copy, Back light, Panorama assist), BSS (Best Shot Selector), Image adjustment, Image sharpening, Saturation control, Auto exposure bracketing, White Balance (Auto, Preset and 7 manual modes), WB bracketing, Digital zoom (Max. 4x), Noise reduction, Self-timer (3 sec., 10 sec.) Movie TV movie (640*) at 30fps, Small size (320*) at 30fps, Smaller size (160) at 30fps Capture modes Single, Continuous (2.5fps), Multi-shot 16 (16 frames), 5 shot buffer Exposure metering Matrix metering, Centre-weighted metering, Spot metering Shutter Mechanical and charge coupled electronic shutter Shutter speed 4-1/2,000 sec. Aperture Electronically controlled preset aperture Aperture range Two-step (f/2.8 and f/4.8 [Wide]) Built-in Speedlight Auto, Red-eye Reduction Auto (Advanced Red-eye Reduction), Anytime Flash, Flash Cancel, and Slow sync. Interface USB, Audio Video output (NTSC/PAL) Power requirements One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (Supplied), One CP1 Lithium Battery (Optional), AC adapter EH-62A (Optional) Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 88 x 60 x 36.5mm (3.5 x 2.3 x 1.4 in.) Weight Approx. 155g (5.5 oz.) (Without battery and SD memory card) Supplied accessories* Strap, USB cable, Audio Video cable, Li-ion rechargeable battery EN-EL5, Battery charger MH-61, Software CD-ROM, Quick Start Guide, and Instruction manual Optional accessories AC Adapter EH-62A, Soft Case, Waterproof Case WP-CP2**, and SD memory card * Standard accessories may differ by country or area. ** Not available in some countries and area. Picture Project System Requirements Macintosh OS Mac(r) OS X (10.1.5 or later) RAM 64MB or more recommended Hard disk 60MB required for installation Display 800 x 600 with 16-bit colour (full colour recommended) Others CD-ROM drive required for installation Windows OS Windows(r) 98SE, Windows(r) ME, Windows(r) 2000 Professional, Windows(r) XP Home Edition, Windows(r) ProfessionalXP Professional pre-installed models RAM 64MB or more recommended Hard disk 60MB required for installation Display 800 x 600 with 16-bit colour (full colour recommended) Others CD-ROM drive required for installation Microsoft(r) and Windows(r) are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh(r) and QuickTime(r) are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. The FotoNation logo is a trademark. The SD logo is a trademark. PictBridge is a trademark. 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