Nikon COOLPIX P7000. The professional’s compact. A classic digital camera that looks, feels and performs like a Digital SLR.

Nikon Australia is pleased to announce the release of the COOLPIX P7000, a fun compact digital camera that incorporates advanced shooting functions in a lightweight body, while also allowing its users to experience a similar feel to that of digital SLR cameras.

The COOLPIX P7000 is a classic compact digital camera offering advancements in image quality, shooting functions and operation over its predecessor, the COOLPIX P6000 (released in September 2008).  The comprehensive camera design, advanced shooting functions and overall performance of the COOLPIX P6000 proved satisfying even to those who normally use a Digital SLR camera.

The P7000 offers an effective pixel count of 10.1 million pixels. It is equipped with a 7.1× optical zoom NIKKOR lens that covers a broad range of focal lengths beginning at the wide-angle 28mm (equivalent with 35mm [135] format), and makes the most of the large 1/1.7-inch, RGB CCD image sensor and optical characteristics. 

Adoption of the latest image-processing engine, EXPEED C2, enables capture of high-resolution images with rich tonal expression.  The P7000 is also equipped with a number of new functions, including Zoom Memory and Tone Level Information display, which provide greater control over shooting and resulting images.  High-sensitivity shooting functions make the COOLPIX P7000 an optimal tool for nature photography as well as wide variety of other scenes.

Available in Black only. RRP $749.00

COOLPIX P7000

Major Features

1.An effective pixel count of 10.1 million pixels and a 7.1× optical zoom NIKKOR lens with a zoom range beginning at the wide-angle 28mm focal length (equivalent with 35mm [135] format) A large CCD image sensor, high-performance NIKKOR lens and new image-processing engine—EXPEED C2—that achieves greater image quality and faster image processing, have been adopted for rendering capability that enables capture of photographic works of art. 

1.    Large 1/1.7-inch RGB CCD image sensor
Individual pixels with greater pitch enable richer tonal expression and a broader dynamic range for excellent image quality, even with shooting at high sensitivities.

2.    NIKKOR lens

A lens-shift vibration reduction (VR) function and two ED lens elements that effectively suppress chromatic aberration have been adopted for the 7.1× optical zoom NIKKOR lens that covers a wide range of focal lengths from the wide-angle 28mm to telephoto 200mm (equivalent with 35mm [135] format).  These features of the NIKKOR lens enable capture of sharp, high-resolution images.

3.    Built-in ND filter

The P7000 is the first COOLPIX camera to be equipped with a built-in neutral density (ND) filter that reduces the amount of light that passes through the lens, enabling a three-stop decrease in shutter speed.  This allows you to apply slower shutter speeds when shooting in bright surroundings.

4.    6-blade iris diaphragm

2.    Specify zoom focal length and register camera settings

1.    Zoom memory

This function allows you to easily specify a preset focal length with zoom photography.  As zoom can immediately be switched from a wide-angle position to a specified telephoto focal length, capturing images at the intended angle of view is fast and easy. 

2.User setting modes
Up to three combinations of settings specified by the user can be registered by the camera.  Simply rotate the mode dial to apply registered settings and achieve the intended results quickly.

3.    Superior rendering with shooting at high sensitivities in dark surroundings

1.    Low noise night mode

The camera automatically detects surrounding brightness and controls noise while applying a higher ISO sensitivity setting.

2.     Noise reduction filter

The level of noise reduction processing performed can be adjusted according to shooting intent. 

3.    Long exposure NR
Reduces the noise that occurs with shooting in dark surroundings at slow shutter speeds. 

4.High-speed response that ensures certain capture of fleeting scenes
Preserve precious photos with instant capture of sudden movements or fleeting expressions.  A power-up time of approximately 0.95 seconds and a shooting time lag of approximately 0.23 seconds ensure quick response to sudden photo opportunities.

•    Power-up time measured according to CIPA guidelines.  Shooting time lag measured according to Nikon standards:  28mm focal length (equivalent in 35mm [135] format), shooting distance of 2 m, ambient brightness of LV 10; images recorded to 4-GB Class 10 SDHC memory card. 

5.Tone level information display for checking exposure
The new tone level information function not only allows users to verify exposure with a histogram (graph showing brightness distribution), but also allows them to choose the desired tone (brightness) from nine levels. 

•The horizontal axis shows the number of pixels and the vertical axis shows luminosity.

6.     Greater support for RAW files, making them even easier to use
Support for Nikon’s exclusive RAW (NRW) format has been extended to continuous shooting and functions including Active D-Lighting. 

**ViewNX 2 (supplied) and Capture NX 2 (available separately) are required to open NRW files on a computer. The application or updates can be downloaded free from Nikon’s website (support page).

7.     Recording of HD movies with stereo sound

8.     3-inch, approximately 921k-dot TFT LCD monitor with wide viewing angle and 100% reproduction of the sRGB color space

9.     Superior operation that is easily mastered

Adoption of a quick menu dial and exposure compensation dial makes applying camera settings faster and smoother by reducing the number of menu layers. In addition, the superior design with a focus on operation offers a natural and comfortable grip perfectly suited to shooting. 

Other functions and features

・ 4 exposure modes:  [P], [S], [A], [M]
・ Three auto bracketing functions—Exposure bracketing (Tv and Sv), White balance bracketing—for automatic continuous shooting at specified increments for more precise expression
・ Macro photography with shooting as close as 2 cm (0.8 in.) to the lens
・ Virtual horizon display for visual confirmation that the camera is horizontally and vertically level
・ COOLPIX Picture Control options that can be selected according to the scene or your intent prior to shooting
・ Support for a variety of optional accessories, including a wide-angle converter and external Speedlights

Nikon COOLPIX P7000 Specifications

Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14 operated at an ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F).

*1 　    Not compatible with Multi Media Cards (MMC).
*2      Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life　of camera batteries.
*3 　    Supplied accessories may differ by country or area.

Specifications, design, product name and supplied accessories may differ by country or area. Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.