Nikon Coolpix A

alaTest has collected and analyzed 15 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the sensor and lens. The image quality and screen are also appreciated. The image stabilizer and viewfinder get critical comments. Reviews are divided on the performance.

portability, screen, image quality, lens, sensor

responsiveness, focus, value for money, viewfinder, stabilizer

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Nikon Coolpix A is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 94/100 = Excellent quality.

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Nikon Coolpix A (Black)

 

Nikon follows Leica and Fujifilm in delivering a fixed-focal-length lens model with an APS-C sensor, and as I suspected when I first saw it, this camera has a couple of weaknesses given its almost $1,100 price. While it delivers great photos and...

The Nikon Coolpix A produces the excellent photos you'd expect from a large sensor, and the camera is well built with a streamlined, if somewhat point-and-shoot-like, design.

For the price, it needs to deliver a little more, such as a viewfinder; aspects of its performance could be better.

If you're very picky about photo quality and prefer autofocus to manual -- but don't care about a viewfinder -- the Nikon Coolpix A is probably worth the money. Otherwise, wait for the price to drop.

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Nikon Coolpix A review

 

Nikon Coolpix A review: Nikon surprised everyone launching the Coolpix A, its new premium compact camera which boasts the same sensor as the D7000. But is its image quality worth the Nikon Coolpix A price tag? Find out in our Nikon Coolpix A review video.

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Nikon COOLPIX A

 

The Nikon COOLPIX A is a compact camera with a large APS-C sensor and a fixed 28mm equivalent f2.8 lens. Announced in March 2013 and aimed squarely at enthusiasts, Nikon claims it's the World's smallest camera to feature an APS-C sensor, the same size...

Superb image quality ; Excellent high ISO noise performance ; Manual focus lens ring ; Retractable lens with integral cover ; Auto ISO control

28mm f2.8 lens poor for all-round use ; Lacks a built-in viewfinder or reasonably priced accessory ; Fixed LCD screen ; Lacks a dedicated movie record button

The COOLPIX A pretty much achieves what Nikon no doubt had in mind for it. It is the World's smallest camera with an APS-C format sensor. The image quality and low light high ISO noise performance are nothing short of outstanding for a camera this...

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Nikon Coolpix A review

 

DSLR quality from a compact camera

Good build quality ; Controls are sensibly arranged ; Produces superb images ; Little noise

Not the fastest autofocus ; Corner shading

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Nikon Coolpix A review

 

Coolpix is rising up through the ranks and the introduction of the new king of the range - the Coolpix A - sure does show Nikon's commitment to the brand.

DSLR quality images from APS-C sensor, sharp lens, small and light construction, decent battery life, good build quality, wireless flash control, 10cm macro mode useful with such a sensor size

Expensive, sluggish and sometimes inaccurate autofocus, no manual focus, no peaking function for manual focus, manual focus ring feels small and tight-positioned to the body, no zoom and 28mm equivalent lens won't suit all, no viewfinder included in...

The Coolpix A is a roller-coaster ride from love through to loathe: when on point its pictures are exceptional, but it's the getting there that hinders this pricey compact camera. Slow autofocus that's not always accurate and a manual focus system...

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Nikon Coolpix A

 

Is this the best (and priciest) compact camera ever?

First class image quality ; Easy to use menu system ; High-quality LCD screen ; Full-size sensor in pocketable body

Lacking built-in Wi-Fi ; Absence of a filter thread ; Slow focusing speed

Although it lacks a viewfinder, a DF-CP1 optical viewfinder has been manufactured specifically to accompany the Coolpix A should you feel the need for one. If you're looking for wireless functionality, the Coolpix A is compatible with Nikon's wireless...

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Nikon COOLPIX A First Look

 

The Nikon COOLPIX A stole the show at this year's Focus on Imaging. We go hands-on with Nikon's latest compact

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Hands-on: Nikon Coolpix A

 

Obviously late to the large-sensor compact game, Nikon follows the Fujifilm X100S and Canon PowerShot G1 X by launching its latest Coolpix A, DX-format compact camera.

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Nikon COOLPIX A review

 

The Nikon COOLPIX A is a premium compact sitting at the very top of Nikon's COOLPIX range. Does it warrant the premium price tag? Find out in our Nikon COOLPIX A review...

Compact design; Excellent image quality; Robust build; Simple menu system; Fantastic LCD screen

Slow focusing speed; Minimum focus distance; No in-built Wi-fi; No direct movie record button; No filter thread

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Product Specifications

Configuration

Autofocus: Yes
Built-in Flash: Yes
Changeable Lens: No
Image Stabiliser: No
Integrated GPS Module: No
Touchscreen: No
View Finder Type:LCD Monitor

Connectivity

Bluetooth: No
HDMI: Yes
PictBridge: Yes
WiFi Connectivity:WiFi Ready

General Features

3D: No
Chip Type:CMOS
Sensor Size:23.6 x 15.6 MM

Lens

Longest Shutter Speed in s:30
Shortest Shutter Speed in s:1/2000

Memory

Compact Flash Card: No
Memory Stick / Memory Stick Pro: No
Memory Stick Duo / Duo Pro: No
Micro Drive: No
Multimedia Card: No
SDXC Card: Yes
Secure Digital Card: Yes
Secure Digital High Capacity Card: Yes
XD Card: No

Power Supply

Battery Model:Nikon EN-EL20

Recording

Aperture Priority: Yes
Face Detection Mode:Face Detection
RAW Format: Yes
Serial Shot Mode: Yes
Shutter Priority: Yes
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