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Nikon Coolpix P5100 Reviews

Digital camera - prosumer - 12.1 Mpix - optical zoom: 3.5 x - supported memory: MMC, SD, SDHC More product details

$297.00

The Nikon Coolpix P5100 fits manual exposure controls and optical image stabilization into a... (cnet.com)

Released not long after its sibling, the P5000, the Nikon Coolpix P5100 quickly claimed its role... (zdnet.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Nikon Coolpix P5100

We have collected and analyzed 69 expert reviews and 295 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 77/100 and users rate it 86/100. The average review date is March 29, 2008. We have compared these reviews to 555063 reviews from other Digital Compact Cameras. The alaScore™ for this product is 91/100 = Excellent. Last update: November 21, 2009.

alaSCORE 91

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364 reviews

November, 2009

77 / 100

69 Experts

Product Age

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86 / 100

295 Users

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from $297.00

Expert Reviews (69)

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Review summary for the Nikon Coolpix P5100

By (alaTest Semantic - BETA)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 364 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the sensor. The video also impresses, but many are less positive about the control panel.

Sensor, Video, Design, Contrast

Control panel, Price, Interface, Memory

Experts rate this product 77/100 and users 86/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras, the Nikon Coolpix P5100 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

alaSCORE 91

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Nikon Coolpix P5100

By Theano Nikitas (zdnet.com)

Released not long after its sibling, the P5000, the Nikon Coolpix P5100 quickly claimed its role as the new leader of the Coolpix pack. The two cameras bear a close familial resemblance both on the surface and under the hood--most notably the solid, ...

This level of sluggishness really drags down the prospects of the Nikon...

Rating

62100

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zdnet.com
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Nikon Coolpix P5100

By (cnet.com)

The Nikon Coolpix P5100 fits manual exposure controls and optical image stabilization into a compact but sturdy body and produces very good photographs

Slow ; strong barrel distortion at wide angle. Be prepared to use the small optical viewfinder instead of its LCD outdoors when the sun is shining

Despite its image-quality strengths, sluggish performance tarnishes the appeal of the otherwise well-equipped, compact Nikon Coolpix P5100.

Released not long after its sibling, the P5000, the Nikon Coolpix P5100...

Rating

62100

Partner Source
cnet.com

User Reviews (295)

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"Almost Every Picture Turns Out Great"

By cagedpopmachine (cnet.com)

One of things I love about this camera is how... 

With 12MP pictures have great detail, Scene Modes and AF work great, good lens!

12MP can slow down the camera sometimes

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"Excellent Semi-pro"

By gabrielorlando (cnet.com)

When you hold your brand new COOLPIX P5100 yo... 

EXCELLENT QUALITY, great tools (D-lighting, panorama assistant), you can control almost anything.

A little slow, it could have a better zoom range, a little heavy

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"Terrific pictures, fast! if you use the right memory card."

By sheasanborn (cnet.com)

The best point and shoot I have ever used. O... 

Nice grip, easy to use, compact, very high quality image.

So many features means a lot of study and practice time.

Manufacturer's Description

Nikon is a precision optical company with worldwide manufacturing, research and marketing capabilities. The Nikon name is equated with extraordinary photographic performance, innovation, precision and optical quality. PRODUCT FEATURES: 12.1 Megapixels for stunning prints as large as 20 x 30 inches; 3.5x Optical Zoom-Nikkor Glass Lens - quality optics provide exceptional images; VR Optical Image Stabilization minimizes the effect of camera shake; Incredible, Bright 2.5-inch High...

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