Nikon CoolPix L14

alaTest has collected and analyzed 232 reviews from magazines and websites. Views about the lens and zoom are on the whole positive. The low light performance and design also get good views. The connectivity and viewfinder get negative views, while the energy efficiency and value for money get mixed opinions.

flash, design, low-light, zoom, lens

shutter, features, responsiveness, viewfinder, connectivity

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Nikon CoolPix L14 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Nikon Coolpix L14

 

The COOLPIX L14 is a quality compact digital camera that combines high performance with operating ease while also providing the staying power of long battery life. Built on a custom application of Nikon's innovative Expeed digital image processing...

umer (26) ; Wireless (6) ; Hybrid (3) ; Webcam (3) ; Show more ; Maximum Resolution ; 3264 x 2448 pixels (59) ; 3072 x 2304 pixels (57) ; 2592 x 1944 pixels (34) ; 3648 x 2736 pixels (33) ; 2560 x 1920 pixels (29) ; 2048 x 1536 pixels (28) ; 2816 x...

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Nikon Coolpix L14 Digital Camera - Express Review - The Imaging Resource!

 

The Nikon Coolpix L14 features a seven megapixel CCD linked to a Nikkor-branded 3x optical zoom lens, in an understated, stylish and relatively compact body. The Coolpix L14 offers a 2.4-inch 115,000 pixel LCD for framing and playback, but like many...

Comfortable body design: well shaped and light weight ; Relatively good performance on startup/shutdown and shutter lag ; Handy in-camera editing features D-Lighting, Crop, and Small Picture ; Stop Motion Movie mode ; Good color ; AA batteries deliver...

Soft images with 1,200 lines of resolution ; Slow flash recharge ; Sluggish digital zoom ; Slow USB connection

Nikon is known for a few special features that are included in the Nikon L14, including D-Lighting (which enhances darker images to improve shadow detail), Best Shot Selector mode (which takes a series of shots, letting the camera automatically pick...

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Nikon Coolpix L14

 

For oldtimers, the name Nikon still conjures up high-quality, top-end single lens reflex cameras, and Nikon continutes to be very active in that space. However, the company also saw the handwriting on the wall and was one of the early adopters in the...

A real 7.1 megapixel Nikon at a very low price, Up to 1,000 pictures from a single set of two AA Lithium batteries, Very simple to use and operate, Face recognition mode, Full speed VGA movies with sound

Relatively small and low-res LCD, No voice recording or sound notes, No image stabilization

Overall, what you get with the Nikon Coolpix L14 is a basic but competent 7.1 megapixel Nikon camera at a most attractive price. It is strictly a point & shooter with no manual control, but you do get 16 shooting modes. The camera is compact and light,...

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Nikon Coolpix L14

 

For oldtimers, the name Nikon still conjures up high-quality, top-end single lens reflex cameras, and Nikon continutes to be very active in that space. However, the company also saw the handwriting on the wall and was one of the early adopters in the...

Relatively small and low-res LCD, No voice recording or sound notes, No image stabilization

Even though it is an entry-level camera, it has a good Nikon lens, can shoot VGA movies with sound and at a full 30 frames per second speed, and there are even onboard goodies like face recognition and red-eye reduction. Perhaps one of the main...

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Nikon Coolpix L14

 

I've had this camera for almost 2 years now, used it sparingly. Here are the goods: size - very handy to pop in your pocket or purse for the ladies power - uses 2 AA batteries ease - simple and easy to use for beginners LCD - decent screen size ...

No mechanical or construction issues

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Nikon Coolpix L14

 

I had a couple of problems with this camera right from the start. I suppose i started out from the wrong point, having originally seriously considered the P5100 and then gone for this as I thought I wouldn't have to worry about it in my pocket and i'd...

The image quality was not what I expected from a 7mp camera and I sent Nikon some samples a week after getting it. To be fair they replied very quickly and suggested I send it to them to be recalibrated - it came back a little better but not really...

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Good camera for the price

 

Light, sturdy, easy of use

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Owners Opinion: Nikon Coolpix L14 (andy btt, 13 Feb 08)

 

this is a beginner's "you get what you pay for" type of camera. it's only good for well lighted conditions or flash photography. the only great plus i can see for this camera is that it runs on AA batteries so it's not hard to look for rechargeables(or...

i was used to looking at moderate quality screens from cellphones to other digital cameras i've used... it was a bit of a shock for me that its 2.4" screen has very low resolution ; its autofocus is really really loud. moving the camera around triggers...

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Amazon review summary for the Nikon CoolPix L14

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 143 user reviews of the Nikon CoolPix L14 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

value for money, usability, performance, image quality, portability

responsiveness, features

57% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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not so much the product

 

I have no idea how the product works but I do know the seller EZCORP. I ordered used for my daughters birthday. They called the next day saying there was a mix up with the posting and that they would send me an "upgraded" version. They also said for my...

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Product Specifications

An impressively high megapixel count delivers pictures with true-to-life color and high-level detail. What's more, it means images can be significantly enlarged, yet still look absolutely stunning. Accurately measuring available light, the COOLPIX L14 automatically selects the best sensitivity setting. And with an impressive sensitivity range up to ISO 1000, it's easy to take great-looking pictures in low light conditions. Compatibility with AA-size batteries, which are widely available around the world, means users can go on shooting virtually anywhere without worrying about recharging or running out of power.

Audio Input

Type:Microphone

Battery

Battery Form Factor:Standard form factor
Supported Battery Form Factor:AA

Camera Flash

Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Type:Built-in flash

Digital Camera

Digital Camera Type:Compact
Supported Flash Memory:MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:1.1in
Height:2.4in
Weight:4.1oz
Width:3.6in

Display (Projector)

Diagonal Size:2.4in
Diagonal Size (metric):6.1cm
Display Form Factor:Built-in
Technology:TFT active matrix
Type:LCD display

Flash Memory

Form Factor:SD Memory Card
Storage Capacity:1GB

Header

Manufacturer:Nikon
Model:L14
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Nikon Coolpix

Lens System

Lens Aperture:F/3.1-5.9
Max Focal Length:18.9mm
Min Focal Length:6.3mm
Optical Zoom:3
Type:Zoom lens

Miscellaneous

Color:Blue/Pink/Silver
Microsoft Certification:Certified for Windows Vista
Vista Certification:Certified for Windows Vista

Optical Sensor

Optical Sensor Size:1/2.5"
Optical Sensor Size (metric):10.2 mm ( 1/2.5 ) / 10.2 mm ( 1/2.5" )
Optical Sensor Type:CCD
Sensor Resolution:7.1Megapixel

Service & Support

Type:Extended service agreement

Storage Floppy Drive

Type: None

Video Input

Digital Video Format:QuickTime
Digital Zoom:4
Face Detection: Yes
ISO (Max):1000
Light Sensitivity:ISO auto
Shooting Modes:Frame movie mode
Still Image Format:JPEG
Type:Digital camera

Viewfinder

Viewfinder Type: None
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