Nikon Coolpix P80 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: For megazoom shooters, the Nikon Coolpix P80's 18x zoom, 27-486mm-equivalent f/2.8-4.5 lens likely sits at the top of the list of the P80's attractions. The range provides a good combination of wide-angle and telephoto views at relatively wide maximum ape

Pros: Optically stabilized, wide-angle, long zoom lens; comfortable shooting design; voice annotation; time-lapse mode.

Cons: Poor noise handling above ISO 200; no raw support; relatively slow performance.

Verdict: One of the better 18x megazooms, nevertheless you should consider the Nikon Coolpix P80's sluggish performance before you commit to it.

Review summary: The 35mm equivalent focal range of the 10.1Mp, 18x optical zoom Nikon Coolpix P80 starts at a wide angle 27mm and stretches all the way up to 486mm, allowing for a broad variety of compositions and subject matter.

Verdict: The Nikon Coolpix P80 is a competent all rounder, if not particularly trailblazing in any way.

Review summary: Nikon's latest model in the P-series is the P80, equipped with a host of manual and digital features for image controi, while maintaining a traditional handling experience.

Verdict: As super-zoom bridge cameras go, the Nikon Coolpix P80 is okay, but there are reservations. While the handling is generally good and instinctual, it feels a bit of a lightweight and it's not the most responsive in the world. Image quality is average too,

Review summary: The Nikon Coolpix P80 is a super zoom digital camera. The 18x zoom lens is one of the longest you will find on the market. This 10 megapixel model is relatively small in size. Considering the more advanced features the camera has, Nikon have done a good j

Pros: Style - controls - length of lens

Cons: Shutter lag times should be faster

Verdict: This is a good, solid addition to the range of super zoom cameras already available. As you would expect it has a selection of manual exposure controls. It is also a relatively compact size.