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Nikon CoolPix
8700 - from Nikon Press Release of
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2004
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New 8.0 million pixel Nikon Coolpix 8700
prosumer camera
The Coolpix 8700 is Nikon's first 8-megapixel prosumer camera. Designed
to satisfy the advanced amateur or enthusiast for whom total quality,
performance and convenience are the deciding factors in the decision to
purchase.
With
an impressive 8.0 effective megapixels for ultra high-definition
photography, a powerful 8x Zoom-Nikkor ED lens, ensuring clarity of
images, the Coolpix 8700 also delivers an advanced ergonomic design,
which greatly enhances operational ease and comfort.
The 8.9 -
71.2mm focal range (equivalent to 35 - 280mm in 35mm [135] camera
format), incorporates two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lens elements to
minimize chromatic aberration and provides clear image reproduction. In
addition, the Optical Low-Pass Filter is optimized, enabling the new
high-definition CCD image sensor to offer the best possible optical
performance.
The basic operation of the Coolpix 8700 has also
improved. Including faster start-up time, faster data recording,
shorter release time lag and a new AF-Assist illuminator for quick AF
operation in low light.
The camera incorporates four exposure
modes: Programmed Auto [P], Shutter-Priority Auto [S],
Aperture-Priority Auto [A] and Manual [M] combine to give you the
greatest degree of creative control possible. The Coolpix 8700 also
offers [AUTO] mode, in which the camera automatically selects
appropriate exposures and shutter speeds, giving users high-quality
point-and-shoot capability. And for striking images in practically any
situation, the new Coolpix features 12 versatile [SCENE] modes. Simply
select the mode appropriate to your lighting conditions, and the camera
is able to automatically adjust the focus, flash, contrast, sensitivity
and white balance.
The Coolpix 8700 features many advanced
digital controls, such as BSS (Best Shot Selector), AE-BSS (Auto
Exposure-Best Shot Selector) mode, Noise Reduction mode, Saturation
Control and White Balance Bracketing. Plus a 5 shot buffer mode.
Versatility is further enhanced by features such as movie capability
with audio and the Time-lapse movie mode, ideal for observational
recording.
The newest member of the Coolpix family comes
equipped with a large, Vari-angle LCD monitor for increased visibility
- even during bright daylight. Moreover, the improved high-resolution
EVF (Electronic Viewfinder) offers greater contrast and clearer images.
Whilst the compact, lightweight magnesium (Mg) alloy body has been
designed for maximum durability and portability, with a secure,
comfortable grip for stability during shooting.
New Framing
guides on the LCD monitor offer an optional means of achieving ideal
composition, and the new real-time histogram display lets you select
the best exposure value while shooting. For those who desire more
creative freedom when editing, the Coolpix 8700 also offers RAW data
image mode.
The camera is supplied with standard accessories,
but is also compatible with a host of optional accessories, including
wideangle, telephoto and fisheye converters. It can also be fitted with
a Lens Hood that uses lens filters. In addition, the Coolpix 8700's
accessory shoe accommodates a number of Nikon's external Speedlights.
The camera will be available from March. Estimated US$ 999.
Major Features
* 8.0 effective megapixels
* 8x optical Zoom-Nikkor ED lens (equivalent to 35mm-280mm in 35mm
[135] format).
* Nikon's updated, advanced image-processing algorithm on the system
LSI for clear, crisp, color-accurate images
* Continuous shooting of up to 5 full-size (3,264 x 2,448-pixel)
pictures at 2.5 frames per second (fps)
* Quick response: instant start up, reduced shutter release time lag
and fast image processing
* 12 versatile preset Scene Modes
* Programmed Auto [P], Shutter-Priority Auto [S], Aperture-Priority
Auto [A] and Manual [M] exposure control modes
* Superb Macro shooting capability as close as 3cm (1.2 in.) supported
by convenient Best Shot Selector (BSS) function
* AE-BSS (Auto Exposure-BSS) for automatic selection of the best
relative exposure - choose from highlighted or shadowy areas
* Nikon's exclusive 256-segment Matrix Metering, complemented by
Center-Weighted, Spot and Spot AF area metering
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Fast, accurate Five-Area Multi Autofocus with the new AF-assist
illuminator that assures sharp focusing in difficult compositions and
low light
* Fast shutter speed of 1/4,000 sec. (available in all
exposure modes) and maximum 10 min. Long-time exposure modes (Bulb and
Time)
* Noise Reduction mode for long-time exposures
* Saturation control (5 steps and B&W) for in-camera colour control
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5 shot buffer mode retains the last 5 shots when the shutter button is
continually pressed and then released in order to capture unexpected or
fleeting moments
* Interval Timer Shooting takes a series of successive still images at
preset intervals
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Movie - TV movie (640 x 480 pixels; 30 fps) with audio, Small movie
(320 x 240 pixels; 15 fps) with audio, or Sepia movie (320 x 240
pixels; 5 fps) with audio, or Time-lapse movie (640 x 480 pixels; 30
fps) without audio
* Accessory shoe to accommodate attachment of external Nikon SB-series
Speedlights
* Large vari-angle highly transmissible advanced TFT-LCD monitor for
greater visibility - even in daylight
* The high resolution EVF (Electronic Viewfinder) enables clear image
display with backlight illumination
* Tough, lightweight magnesium (Mg) alloy body featuring highly
ergonomic design
* Extended battery life of approximately 210 images with Rechargeable
Li-ion Battery EN-EL1, and 240 images with 2CR5
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System versatility, featuring compatibility with a wide range of
COOLPIX converter lenses (Fisheye/Wideangle/Telephoto), a new
filter-attachable Lens Hood and other accessories
* Nikon View Software is a highly versatile application for easy image
transfer to computer, editing, e-mailing and printing
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Included accessories: Lens Cap, Camera Strap, AV Cable, USB Cable
UC-E1, Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL1, Battery Charger MH-53, Nikon
View CD-ROM
Feature Highlights
Image quality
8.0
effective megapixels: The 2/3-inch-type CCD realizes 8.0 effective
megapixels, making images of exceptionally high definition possible -
even when cropped.
8x optical zoom: The 8x optical Zoom-Nikkor lens
(f/2.8 - 4.2) offers a focal range of 8.9 - 71.2mm (equivalent to 35 -
280mm in 35mm [135] format). The lens incorporates two ED (Extra-low
Dispersion) glass elements that minimize chromatic aberration for
sharp, clear images.
Advanced image processing technology: Nikon's
exclusive image processing technology ensures natural colour
reproduction, detail and gradation. Its 256-segment Matrix Metering
system enables optimal exposures in even the most challenging lighting
conditions, while its Matrix Auto White Balance neutralizes colour
deviations created by ambient light sources.
Creative potential
Exposure
control: The Coolpix 8700 offers Programmed Auto [P], Shutter-Priority
Auto [S], Aperture-Priority Auto [A], and Manual [M], as well as
Exposure Compensation for an exceptional degree of exposure control.
Moreover, the camera's [AE-BSS] mode analyses the tonal range and
gradation of each image from a series of 5 consecutive shots and then
automatically selects the one with the best relative exposure.
Macro Function: In Macro Mode, the Coolpix 8700 delivers sharply
focused images of subjects from as close as 3cm (1.2 in.).
BSS
(Best Shot Selector): This convenient function automatically selects
the sharpest image from a series of consecutive shots - especially
valuable during macro or telephoto shooting.
RAW mode image recording: For those who desire more creative freedom
when editing, the Coolpix 8700 offers RAW data image mode.
Built-in
Speedlight: Offering various flash modes, including Auto Flash, Flash
Cancel, Red-Eye Reduction, Anytime Flash, and Night Portrait (Slow Sync
Flash)
System compatibility: Compatible with a broad range of
quality accessories, including Wideangle Converter WC-E80, Telephoto
Converter TC-E15ED, Fisheye Converter FC-E9, Remote Cord MC-EU1 and
Lens Hood HR-5700. This also includes Lens Hood HN-CP11, which
accommodates the attachment of a lens filter (77mm diameter). The
Coolpix 8700's accessory shoe works with a broad range of Nikon's
high-quality external SB-series Speedlights for even more flexibility
in flash photography. Battery Pack MB-E5700 is also compatible with the
Coolpix 8700.
Versatile functions
12 Scene Modes: Users can
enjoy flexibility with 12 Scene Modes: Portrait, Party/Indoor, Night
portrait, Beach/Snow, Landscape, Sunset, Night landscape, Fireworks
show, Close up, Copy, Back light, and Panorama assist.
Continuous
shooting: Enjoy continuous shooting at 2.5 (H) or 1.2 (L) frames per
second, or use the new Multi-shot mode to capture 16 consecutive frames
in a single image. Interval Timer shooting is also possible.
Movie
modes: The camera offers four movie modes: TV movie (640 x 480 pixels;
30 fps) with audio, Small movie (320 x 240 pixels; 15 fps) with audio,
Sepia movie (320 x 240 pixels; 5 fps) with audio, and Time-lapse movie
(640 x 480 pixels; 30 fps).
Support functions: Framing guides are
displayed on the LCD monitor for ideal composition and the real-time
Histogram display helps you to choose the best exposure value.
Sophisticated design
Sturdy body: The Coolpix 8700 has a lightweight magnesium alloy body
that is ergonomically designed for comfortable operation.
Vari-angle
LCD monitor: The 1.8-inch-type Vari-angle LCD monitor ensures high
visibility and makes shooting from almost any angle a possibility.
EVF: The improved Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) provides high resolution
for greater contrast and clearer image display.
Nikon View Software
The
supplied Nikon View Software allows users to browse uploaded images in
thumbnail format (for a comprehensive view) or in an enlarged format
(for closer inspection). The software also allows users to adjust the
colour balance, change the size of images for e-mailing or web posting,
run a slide show of selected images and print them directly. Nikon View
offers the ease of use that hobbyists require, the features that
professionals demand and the adaptability in a diverse array of
commercial and industrial applications.
Specifications:
Digital camera E8700
Effective pixels 8.0 million
CCD 2/3-inch-type (total pixels: 8.31 million)
Image
size (pixels) 8M (3,264 x 2,448), 5M (2,592 x 1,944), 3M (2,048 x
1,536), 2M (1,600 x 1,200), 1M (1,280 x 960), PC (1,024 x 768), TV (640
x 480), 3:2 (3,264 x 2,176) selectable
Lens 8x Zoom-Nikkor; 8.9 -
71.2mm [35mm (135) format equivalent to 35 - 280mm] f/2.8-4.2 with
macro; 14 elements in 10 groups; all elements are made of
environmentally friendly glass; Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)
applied; two glass moulded ED lens elements included
Digital zoom Up to 4x
Autofocus Contrast-detect TTL AF with AF-assist illuminator; 5-area
Multi AF or Spot AF selectable
Focus
modes 1) Continuous AF, 2) Single AF, 3) Manual Focus (from 3cm [1.2
in.] to infinity (8) with focus confirmation indication)
Focus range 50cm (19.7 in.) to infinity (8); 3cm (1.2 in.) to infinity
(8) in Macro mode (middle zoom position)
Viewfinder 0.44-inch type, 235,000-dot, polysilicon TFT colour LCD
viewfinder; Diopter adjustment: -4 to +1m-1
LCD
monitor 1.8-inch type, 134,000-dot High Transmissive Advanced TFT LCD
monitor with brightness and hue adjustment; frame coverage: approx. 97%
(Through, Freeze), 100% (Play)
Storage System: Exif 2.2 file (uncompressed RAW [NEF] and TIFF-RGB or
compressed JPEG)
Design rule for Camera File system (DCF), Digital Print Order Format
(DPOF), QuickTime Motion JPEG (Movie, Audio)
Media: CF Card Type I/II, Microdrive(tm) Card
Number of frames
with 256MB CF Card (approx.)
Image size
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8M
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5M
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3M
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2M
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1M
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PC
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TV
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3:2
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Image Quality
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RAW
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20
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HI
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10
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11
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FINE
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64
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100
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159
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252
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391
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602
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1306
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71
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NORMAL
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126
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195
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313
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489
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712
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979
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1959
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142
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BASIC
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244
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373
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602
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870
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1306
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1567
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2612
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279
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Shooting modes
- AUTO, SCENE, Custom 1, Custom 2
Scene
modes - Portrait, Party/Indoor, Night portrait, Beach/Snow,
Landscape,
Sunset, Night landscape, Fireworks show, Close up, Copy, Back light,
and Panorama assist
User setting
- 1) White balance, 2) (Exposure)
Metering, 3) Continuous (Shooting), 4) Best Shot Selector (BSS/AE-BSS),
5) Image adjustment (Auto/Normal/More contrast/Less contrast), 6)
Saturation Control (-2 to +2/Black & White), 7) User setting (two
combinations of mode setting can be memorized in #1-#2), 8) Image
Sharpening, 9) Lens, 10) Exposure options (AE Lock, Bulb/Timed
release), 11) Focus options, 12) Zoom options, 13) Speedlight options,
14) Auto Bracketing, 15) Noise Reduction, 16) Reset, 17) My Menu, 18)
CF Card Format
Capture modes
- 1) Single, 2) Continuous H (2.5 fps; up
to 5 frames), 3) Continuous L (1.2 fps; up to 12 frames), 4) Multi-shot
16 (consecutive 16 frames at 1.5 fps), 5) Ultra HS (high-speed) (640 x
480 pixels; 30 fps, up to 100 frames), 6) 5 shot buffer (1 fps), 7)
Interval Timer Shooting, 8) Movie: TV movie (640 x 480 pixels) with
audio at 30 fps; up to 35 seconds, or Small movie (320 x 240 pixels)
with audio at 15 fps; up to 180 seconds, Time-lapse movie (640 x 480
pixels) at 30 fps; up to 35 seconds; Sepia movie (320 x 240 pixels)
with audio at 5 fps; up to 180 seconds are selectable
Exposure metering
- 4-mode TTL metering: 1) 256-segment Matrix, 2) Center-Weighted, 3)
Spot, 4) Spot AF area
Exposure
control - 1) Programmed Auto with Flexible Program [P], 2)
Shutter-Priority Auto [S], 3) Aperture-Priority Auto [A], 4) Manual
[M]; Exposure Compensation (±2 EV in 1/3 EV steps); Auto
Exposure
Bracketing (3 or 5 frames within ±2 EV); AE-BSS (three modes:
Highlight, Shadow, Histogram)
Exposure range EV -1.0 to +19.0 (W), EV +0.5 to +19.0 (T)
Shutter
- Mechanical and charge-coupled electronic shutter; 1/4,000 (with
minimum
aperture) to 2 s in AUTO mode and Programmed Auto [P], 1/4,000 to 8 s
in Shutter-Priority Auto [S] and Aperture-Priority Auto [A], 1/4,000 to
8 s and Bulb/Time (up to 10 minutes) in Manual [M], 1/8,000 to 1/30 s
in Ultra HS (high-speed) mode; At some apertures, maximum shutter speed
is 1/2,000 s.
Aperture -
7-blade iris diaphragm; 10 steps in 1/3 EV increments (to minimum of
f/8)
Sensitivity -
Approximately equivalent to ISO 50, 100, 200, 400, and Auto (auto gain
to ISO 200 equivalent)
White balance
- 1) Auto White Balance with TTL control, 2) 6-mode Manual with fine
tuning (Daylight/
Incandescent/Fluorescent/Cloudy/Speedlight/
Shade), 3) Preset, 4) White Balance Bracketing
Self-timer -
10 or 3-second duration
Built-in Speedlight
Shooting range: approx. 0.5 - 4.1m (1.6 - 13.5 ft.) (W), approx. 0.5 -
2.7m (1.6 - 8.9 ft.) (T)
Flash modes: 1) Auto Flash, 2) Flash Cancel 3) Red-Eye Reduction 4)
Anytime Flash, 5) Night Portrait (Slow Sync Flash)
Accessory shoe
- Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with safety lock
External
Speedlight - Hotshoe connects to external Nikon Speedlight
SB-800/50DX/30/22s; built-in Speedlight can be canceled when using
external Speedlight(s)
Playback menu options
- 1) Full-frame, 2)
Thumbnail (4/9 segments), 3) Slide show, 4) Movie with audio, 5)
Playback zoom (up to 6x); File information; Shooting information;
Histogram indication and highlight point display; Hide and protect
attributes can be set to each image; Focus confirmation indication; RAW
image playback
Interface -
USB
I/O terminal
- DC in; Audio/Video (NTSC or PAL selectable) out; Digital I/O
(USB/Remote cord)
Power
requirements One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL1 (included), Battery
Pack MB-E5700 (optional) with six 1.5V LR6 (AA-size alkaline)
batteries*, one 2CR5 (DL245) lithium battery (optional), AC Adapter
EH-53 (optional)
Battery life
- 210 images (EN-EL1)/240 images (2CR5).
Measured at 20°C [68°F] with fully-charged batteries under
standard
Nikon test conditions; monitor on, zoom adjusted with each shot, flash
used about once every three shots, image quality set to Normal.
Dimensions -
(W x H x D) 113 x 105 x 78mm (4.4 x 4.1 x 3.1 in.)
Weight -
Approx. 480g (17 oz.) (without battery and storage media)
Accessories
included** - Lens Cap, Camera Strap, AV Cable, USB Cable UC-E1,
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL1, Battery Charger MH-53, Nikon View
CD-ROM
Optional accessories
- Fisheye Converter FC-E9, Wideangle
Converter WC-E80, Telephoto Converter TC-E15ED, Step-Down Ring Lens
Adapter UR-E12, Lens Hood HR-E5700, Lens Hood HN-CP11, AC Adapter
EH-53, Car Battery Charger (12V DC in) MH-53C, Remote Cord MC-EU1, Soft
Case CS-CP11, Various size CompactFlash(tm) cards
*1.5V FR Lithium, 1.2V NiMH, or 1.2V NiCd batteries can also be used.
**Standard accessories may differ by country or area
Nikon View System
Requirements
Macintosh
OS Mac(r) OS 9.0 - 9.2, Mac(r) OS X (10.1.2 or later)
Models
iMac(tm), iMac(tm) DV, Power Macintosh(r) G3 (Blue & White), Power
Mac(tm) G4 or later, iBook(tm), PowerBook(r) G3 or later (only built-in
USB ports supported)
RAM 64MB or more recommended
Hard disk 60MB
required for installation, with additional amount equivalent to twice
the capacity of the camera memory card plus 10MB required when Nikon
View is running
Display 800 x 600 with 16-bit colors (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) XP Professional pre-installed
model
Models Only models with built-in USB ports supported
CPU Pentium(r) 300MHz or higher
RAM 64MB or more recommended
Hard
disk 60MB required for installation, with additional amount equivalent
to twice the capacity of the camera memory card plus 10MB required when
Nikon View is running
Display 800 x 600 with 16-bit colours (full colour recommended)
Others CD-ROM drive required for installation
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* Microdrive(tm) is a registered trademark of Hitachi Global Storage
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* PictBridge is a trademark.
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