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Nikon's Coolpix L100 digital camera. Photo provided by Nikon Inc. Nikon: Three new L-series digicams
By Michael R. Tomkins, The Imaging Resource
(Monday, February 2, 2009 - 23:44 EST)

Nikon Inc. has today announced three new digital camera models for its affordable L-series - the Nikon Coolpix L19, Nikon Coolpix L20, and Nikon Coolpix L100.

The Nikon L19 has an eight megapixel imager, 3.6x optical zoom lens, and a 2.7" LCD display. The Coolpix L19 stores its images on SD / SDHC cards or in 20MB of built-in memory, and draws its power from two AA batteries. Priced at about $110, the Nikon Coolpix L19 will ship from February 2009 in bright silver. For more details read our Nikon L19 preview.

Next up, the Nikon L20 has a ten megapixel imager, 3.6x optical zoom lens, and a 3.0" LCD display. The Coolpix L20 stores its images on SD / SDHC cards or in 20MB of built-in memory, and draws its power from two AA batteries. Priced at about $130, the Nikon Coolpix L20 will ship from February 2009 in deep red. For more details read our Nikon L20 preview.

Finally, the Nikon L100 has a ten megapixel imager, 15x optical zoom lens, CCD shift stabilization, and a 3.0" LCD display. The Coolpix L100 stores its images on SD / SDHC cards or in 44MB of built-in memory, and draws its power from four AA batteries. Priced at about $280, the Nikon Coolpix L100 will ship from April 2009. For more details read our Nikon L100 preview.

Nikon Coolpix L19
Nikon's Coolpix L19 digital camera. Photo provided by Nikon Inc. Click here for a bigger picture!
General
Camera TypeUltra Compact
ManufacturerNikon
Model NumberL19
Dimensions3.8 x 2.4 x 1.1"
96.5 x 61.0 x 29.0mm
Weight130.0 g
4.5 oz
Planned Price$109.95
Planned Availability 2009
Image Capture
Sensor Type1/2.5" CCD
8.29 megapixels (total)
8.00 megapixels (effective)
Aspect Ratio4:3, 16:9
Image Dimensions3264 x 2448 (8.0 megapixels)
3264 x 1836 (6.0 megapixels)
2592 x 1944 (5.0 megapixels)
2048 x 1536 (3.1 megapixels)
1024 x 768 (0.8 megapixels)
640 x 480 (0.3 megapixels)
Image Preview / Review
ViewfinderNo
LCD2.7", 230,000 pixels
Lens
Lens TypeNikkor lens
3.6x optical zoom
Focal Length6.7 - 24.0mm (actual)
41 - 145mm (35mm equivalent)
Aperture Rangef/3.1 (wide) / f/6.7 (tele) - ???
Focusing SystemContrast Detect; Face-Priority AF, Auto with AF assist lamp
Focusing RangeNormal: 12" - infinity (30 cm - infinity)
Macro: 2.0" - infinity (5.0 cm - infinity)
Exposure
ISO SensitivityAuto (64 - 1600)
Exposure Compensation+/- 2.0EV in 1/3EV increments
White BalanceImage Sensor - Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Flash
Internal FlashModes: Auto, Auto with red-eye reduction, Anytime flash, Flash cancel, Slow sync.
Creative
Scene ModesPortrait, Night Portrait, Sports, Landscape, Party, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night Landscape, Museum, Fireworks Show (TBD), Close Up, Copy, Back Light, Panorama Assist
Digital ZoomUp to 4x
Self TimerYes, 10 seconds
Storage
Recording MediumSD/MMC, Built-in
File SystemComplies with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF)
Connectivity
VideoYes, NTSC / PAL switchable
ComputerUSB 1.1
Power
Battery TypeAlkaline or Lithium disposable, NiMH rechargeable
Battery Form Factor2 x AA
Product Bundle
SoftwareSoftware Suite CD-ROM
Battery / Charger2 x AA Alkaline disposable battery
Flash Memory20.0MB Internal
Other
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) compliantYes
PictBridge CompliantYes
Internal MicrophoneYes
Internal SpeakerYes
Tripod MountYes
Remote ControlNo
More Photos
Nikon's Coolpix L19 digital camera. Photo provided by Nikon Inc. Click here for a bigger picture!
 

Nikon Coolpix L20
Nikon's Coolpix L20 digital camera. Photo provided by Nikon Inc. Click here for a bigger picture!
General
Camera TypeUltra Compact
ManufacturerNikon
Model NumberL20
Dimensions3.8 x 2.4 x 1.1"
96.5 x 61.0 x 29.0mm
Weight135.0 g
4.7 oz
Planned Price$129.95
Planned Availability 2009
Image Capture
Sensor Type1/2.3" CCD
10.30 megapixels (total)
10.00 megapixels (effective)
Aspect Ratio4:3, 16:9
Image Dimensions3648 x 2736 (10.0 megapixels)
3584 x 2016 (7.2 megapixels)
3072 x 2304 (7.1 megapixels)
2592 x 1944 (5.0 megapixels)
2048 x 1536 (3.1 megapixels)
1920 x 1080 (2.1 megapixels)
1024 x 768 (0.8 megapixels)
640 x 480 (0.3 megapixels)
Image Preview / Review
ViewfinderNo
LCD3.0", 230,000 pixels
Lens
Lens TypeNikkor lens
3.6x optical zoom
Focal Length6.7 - 24.0mm (actual)
38 - 136mm (35mm equivalent)
Aperture Rangef/3.1 (wide) / f/6.7 (tele) - ???
Focusing SystemContrast Detect; Face-Priority AF, Auto with AF assist lamp
Focusing RangeNormal: 12" - infinity (30 cm - infinity)
Macro: 2.0" - infinity (5.0 cm - infinity)
Exposure
ISO SensitivityAuto (64 - 1600)
Exposure Compensation+/- 2.0EV in 1/3EV increments
White BalanceImage Sensor - Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Flash
Internal FlashModes: Auto, Auto with red-eye reduction, Anytime flash, Flash cancel, Slow sync.
Creative
Scene ModesPortrait, Night Portrait, Sports, Landscape, Party, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night Landscape, Museum, Fireworks Show (TBD), Close Up, Copy, Back Light, Panorama Assist
Digital ZoomUp to 4x
Self TimerYes, 10 seconds
Storage
Recording MediumSD/MMC, Built-in
File SystemFAT16, FAT32, complies with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF)
Connectivity
VideoYes, NTSC / PAL switchable
ComputerUSB 1.1
Power
Battery TypeAlkaline or Lithium disposable, NiMH rechargeable
Battery Form Factor2 x AA
Product Bundle
SoftwareSoftware Suite CD-ROM
Battery / Charger2 x AA Alkaline disposable battery
Flash Memory20.0MB Internal
Other
Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) compliantYes
PictBridge CompliantYes
Internal MicrophoneYes
Internal SpeakerYes
Tripod MountYes
Remote ControlNo
More Photos
Nikon's Coolpix L20 digital camera. Photo provided by Nikon Inc. Click here for a bigger picture!
 

Nikon Coolpix L100
Nikon's Coolpix L100 digital camera. Photo provided by Nikon Inc. Click here for a bigger picture!
General
Camera TypeMid-Sized
ManufacturerNikon
Model NumberL100
Dimensions4.3 x 2.8 x 3.1"
110.0 x 72.0 x 78.0mm
Weight355.0 g
12.4 oz
Planned Price$279.95
Planned Availability 2009
Image Capture
Sensor Type1/2.3" CCD
10.34 megapixels (total)
10.00 megapixels (effective)
Aspect Ratio4:3, 16:9
Image Dimensions3648 x 2736 (10.0 megapixels)
3584 x 2016 (7.2 megapixels)
2592 x 1944 (5.0 megapixels)
2048 x 1536 (3.1 megapixels)
1920 x 1080 (2.1 megapixels)
1024 x 768 (0.8 megapixels)
640 x 480 (0.3 megapixels)
Image Preview / Review
ViewfinderNo
LCD3.0", 230,000 pixels
Lens
Lens TypeNikkor
15x optical zoom
Image StabilizationYes
Focal Length5.0 - 75.0mm (actual)
28 - 420mm (35mm equivalent)
Aperture Rangef/3.5 (Wide) to f/5.4 (Tele)
Focusing SystemContrast detection w/ face detection and touch AF with AF assist lamp
Focusing RangeNormal: 20" - infinity (50 cm - infinity)
Macro: 0.4" - infinity (1.0 cm - infinity)
Exposure
ISO SensitivityAuto (80 - 800), High Sensitivity Auto* (720 - 3200)* at 3MP or smaller
Creative
Digital ZoomUp to 4x
Storage
Recording MediumSD/MMC, Built-in
Connectivity
VideoYes, NTSC / PAL switchable
ComputerUSB 2.0 High Speed
Power
Battery TypeAlkaline or Lithium disposable, NiMH rechargeable
Battery Form Factor4 x AA
Product Bundle
Battery / Charger4 x AA Alkaline disposables battery
Flash Memory44.0MB built-in memory
Other
Internal MicrophoneYes
Internal SpeakerYes
Tripod MountYes
Remote ControlNo
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Nikon's Coolpix L100 digital camera. Photo provided by Nikon Inc. Click here for a bigger picture!
 

Original Source Press Release:

Powerful New L100 Packs Performance, High-Powered Zoom And Advance Functions Into An Easy To Use Camera

The L100 Boasts 15x Zoom and High-Speed Shooting

MELVILLE, NY (Feb. 2, 2009) – Nikon Inc. today introduced the new L100, a powerful photographic tool that blends ease-of-use with advanced shooting functions. Optimized for action shots, high-powered zoom and simple operation, the L100 is equipped and ready to help capture every precious moment with quality and clarity that will make lasting memories an even greater joy. The L100 is one of three new L-Series cameras announced today.  For consumers seeking a fully-featured camera at a competitive price, Nikon also introduced the L20 and L19, presenting consumers with a strong value proposition.

"The L100 represents a fantastic choice for the family photographer who needs to capture everything from soccer games to portraits,” said Bill Giordano, General Manager Marketing, COOLPIX for Nikon Inc. "It also extends our tradition of previous L-Series cameras, combining ease-of-use, high performance and a tremendous value for consumers."

The L100 achieves its versatility through its 15x Optical Zoom-NIKKOR lens. Covering 28mm wide-angle to 420mm super-telephoto shooting, the lens’ broad focal range can readily handle everything from landscapes and group shots, to tight close-ups and shots taken from a distance.

Additional features of the 10.0-megapixel L100 include:

  • Large, bright 3.0-inch high-resolution LCD with anti-reflection coating for easy composition and reviewing of images.

  • New Sport Continuous Scene Mode for shooting at up to 13fps1 (up to 30 frames when consumers set the resolution to 3MP or lower). This high-speed capture setting helps photographers stay ahead of the action, whether on the football, baseball or soccer fields.

  •  4-Way Vibration Reduction (VR) Image Stabilization

    • Optical VR image stabilization compensates for the effects of camera shake by moving the image sensor, producing clearer, sharper results in lower lighting or unsteady conditions.

    • Motion Detection automatically detects moving subjects and adjusts shutter speed and the ISO setting to compensate for camera shake and subject movement.

    • High ISO 32002 capability creates new opportunities to take sharper, more natural-looking photos in lower light conditions.

    • Nikon’s original Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically takes up to 10 shots while the user presses the shutter, and saves the sharpest image.

  • Smart Portrait System, which integrates the following to make it a snap to capture stunning portrait photos of friends and family:

    • In-Camera Red-Eye Fix™, which automatically fixes most instances of red-eye.

    • Enhanced Face-Priority AF, which can detect up to 12 faces from a variety of angles, including straight on, from the side, or even in a multitude of three-quarter positions.

    • Smile Mode, which automatically detects when your subject smiles and releases the shutter.

    • Blink Warning, which displays a warning message, should the camera detect that the subject has blinked.

The new L100 camera will be available nationwide beginning April 2009 and will retail for $279.95.

COOLPIX L20 and L19
Nikon complements the L100 with two new cameras that successfully blend features and price to create a strong value proposition. The L19 (8.0 megapixels) and L20 (10 megapixels) cameras leverage proven Nikon innovations, including NIKKOR Glass Lenses, EXPEED™ Digital Image Processing concept, Smart Portrait System, Motion Detection and Easy Auto Mode with Scene Auto Selector. These features combine to create digital compact cameras that combine high performance with outstanding operating ease.

The design of the L19 and L20 cameras complement Nikon’s technology innovation to offer ease-of-use, versatility and portability. For example, the large high-resolution 3.0-inch (L20) and 2.7-inch (L19) LCD monitors offer a bright image that consumers can easily view, even outdoors. The cameras also include dedicated buttons on the top of the body, which make it easy for consumers to switch between shooting and playback modes, as well as contours on the large thumb rest and the body itself to ensure a solid grip. Finally, the cameras are powered by (2) AA-batteries, available anywhere.

The L20 will be available in Deep Red beginning February 2009 and will retail for $129.95. The L19 will be available in Bright Silver beginning February 2009 and will retail for $109.95.

For more information about the new L-Series COOLPIX cameras, as well as the full line of COOLPIX products, please visit http://www.nikonusa.com, which links all levels of photographers to the Web's most comprehensive photo learning and sharing communities. 

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  1. Feature available only for sizes of 3M (2048x1536) or smaller.

  2. Available at 3MP or lower resolution

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