Nikon Coolpix P4

256 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Color (14)
Build quality (6)
Stabilizer (5)
Sensor (5)
Focus (4)

Negative
Viewfinder (15)
Manual adjust. (3)
Memory (3)
Responsiveness (2)
Features (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 256 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviews about the build quality and optics are overall positive. The low light performance and color are also appreciated. Comments about the value for money and exposure are mixed. Many are less positive about the battery and zoom.

flash, color, low-light, optics, build quality

viewfinder, memory, manual adjust., zoom, battery

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Nikon Coolpix P4 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by: Richard Baguley (pcworld.com)

Nikon Coolpix P4

This small camera's antishake feature works well, though image quality overall is average.

Effective antishake feature, Sleek design

Some controls are awkward to use, Lacks manual controls

Oct, 2006

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Nikon CoolPix P4

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8MP resolution; Vibration Reduction; 3.5x zoom

Poor low light focusing; strange control layout; ho-hum styling

Although this camera is targeted to the snap-it and forget-it crowd it offers a lot of nooks and crannies to explore.

Jul, 2006

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Expert review by: Richard Baguley (pcworld.com)

Coolpix P4 Digital Camera

Perhaps the most notable feature of the small, lightweight Coolpix P4 is its vibration reduction mode. In our informal tests, this feature did an effective job of reducing camera shake.

Effective antishake feature Sleek design

Some controls are awkward to use Lacks manual controls

The battery life from the 1100-mAh lithium ion battery was an above-average 270 shots

Jul, 2006

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Expert review by: Richard Baguley (pcworld.com)

Nikon CoolPix P4 Digital Camera (8.1MP, 3264x2592, 3x Opt, 23MB Internal Memory, SD/MMC Slot)

Photograph: Chris Manners

Effective antishake feature ; Sleek design

Some controls are awkward to use ; Lacks manual controls

This camera has effective antishake and offers a good selection of image controls. It's slow to start up, however.

Jul, 2006

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Expert review by: (cnet.com)

Nikon Coolpix P4

Great image quality; lots of options.

No manual exposure control.

If you don't need Wi-Fi, the Nikon Coolpix P4 is a great alternative to the Coolpix P3.

Jun, 2006

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Expert review by: (steves-digicams.com)

Nikon Coolpix P4

The COOLPIX P4 features 8.1 effective megapixels of image resolution and delivers professional-quality imaging power to the average consumer. The high-quality 3.5x Zoom- Nikkor lens has a focal range equivalent to that of a 36-126mm lens in 35mm format an

This review is currently in First Look status, please check back later for the conclusion and sample photos.

Feb, 2006

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Expert review by: (photoaxe.com)

Nikon Coolpix P4 Digital Camera Review

The Coolpix P4 is the same camera as Coolpix P3, except that it's lacking the Wi-Fi feature (IEEE 802.11b/g wireless range up to 30m). Nikon Coolpix P4 is also the first compact to include their Vibration reduction technology (image stabilisation)....

Apr, 2007

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Expert review by: Brad Soo (dpinterface.com)

Nikon Coolpix P4

When Nikon's first two P-series cameras were launched, they were good but not very stylish. The new Nikon P3 and P4 do away with the P1 and P2's "bulky" look and feature a silky metal casing. The P3 is higher-end than the P4 surprisingly and the...

3.5x zoom lens with optical image stabilization ; 2.5 inch LCD with average resolution and visibility ; Good build quality ; Aperture control and some other changeable settings ; User-friendly; many scene modes and built-in help ; Interval shooting...

Below average battery life ; Not for low-light; average flash, poor AF in the dark, no ISO 800 ; Slow performance in almost all aspects, small buffer ; No control over shutter speed, no live histogram either ; Plastic compartment door and tripod mount...

The Nikon Coolpix P4 has some 8 megapixels in a CCD behind its 3.5X optically image stabilized lens as well as a 2.5 inch LCD on its back.

Jun, 2006

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Expert review by: (photographyblog.com)

Nikon Coolpix P4 Review

The Nikon Coolpix P4 is the new top-of-the-range compact digital camera in Nikon's range, offering an 8 megapixel sensor, 3.5x optical zoom lens and 2.5 inch LCD screen. The Nikon P4 is...

Apr, 2006

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Expert review by: Howard Carson (kickstartnews.com)

Nikon Coolpix P4 VR Digital P&S Camera

The Nikon P4 is the latest in a rather good line of Point & Shoot (P&S) models from this well known and highly regarded camera maker. Although Nikon's reputation for dominance in the professional photography business is well known, like its fiercest...

Fast F2.7-5.3 optics. Built-in Nikon Vibration Reduction (VR) is an absolute joy in situations where you can't stabilize the camera or when you're shooting at full zoom in average or poor light. Though some photos appeared slightly soft with VR, non-VR...

While we didn't actually drop the camera, we did have a couple of close calls and wished for a grippier surface in place of the smooth, brushed and polished metal body (besides which it's still cold outside during early Spring in upstate New York and...

Apr, 2006

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Product Specifications

The COOLPIX P4 is a high performance camera designed to help you take pictures in demanding situations. Advanced features such as 11 point wide-area Auto Focus and Aperture Priority mode combine with 8.1 megapixels of sharp resolution and a 3.5 optical Zoom-Nikkor lens to ensure visibly superior results. Its Optical Vibration Reduction system (VR), an innovation derived from Nikon's combined experience in nano-technology and professional photography, alleviates the effects of camera shake caused by slight hand movements. This exciting new system ensures image stability when taking pictures or shooting movies.

Audio Input

Type:Microphone

Battery

Battery Form Factor:Manufacturer specific

Manufacturer Battery Name:Nikon EN-EL5

Camera Flash

Red Eye Reduction:

Yes

Type:Built-in flash

Digital Camera

Supported Flash Memory:MultiMediaCard / SD Memory Card/SD Memory Card

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:1.2in

Height:2.4in

Weight:6oz

Width:3.6in

Display (Projector)

Diagonal Size:2.5in

Diagonal Size (metric):6.4cm

Display Form Factor:Built-in

Technology:TFT active matrix

Type:LCD display

Exposure Parameters

Shooting Programs:Back light / Beach/snow / Close-up / Copy / Dawn/dusk / Fireworks / Landscape / Museum / Night landscape / Night portrait / Panorama assist / Party/indoor / Portrait mode / Sports mode / Sunset