Verdict of Nikon Coolpix 885
The Big Picture
Launched in 2001 the Nikon Coolpix 885 was perceived by many as the best overall 3-megapixel digital camera in its price bracket.
Many of our reviewers reported great picture quality, ease of use, and while not tiny, basically a good ergonomical carry anywhere camera with a decent level of manual features. The Nikon Coolpix 885 impressed media reviewers too with its variety of controls offered at a new low price making it seem like a great digital camera buy.
Although a number of Review Centre reviewers reported a recurrent system error Nikon soon relaunched the camera with revamped software which appeared to cure the issue.
Three years after buying it one Review Centre reviewer says nothing has gone wrong with this camera and it continues taking great pictures. Also see reviews of other Nikon Coolpix cameras such as the Nikon Coolpix 775
Features
- 3x Zoom-Nikkor with 8-24mm coverage digital zoom up to 4x magnification
1/1.8-in. CCD 3.2 effective megapixels- Advanced Nikon image-processing algorithm
- Auto mode for point-and-shoot operation
- 12 different Scene modes
- 256-segment Matrix Metering and Matrix Auto White Balance
- 5-Area Multi Autofocus for easier photo composition
- Transfer Button lets users automatically upload selected image data to a computer
- Small Picture function creates ideal image size for quick and easy e-mailing
- Advanced, built-in 5-mode Speedlight
- Quick Review simultaneously shows the image taken while enabling you to line up the next
- Easy-to-view, 1.5ins Tft Lcd monitor with brightness adjustment
- Ergonomic design features intelligent button layout and directional Multi Selector for easy handling, superb operability
- Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- Compatible with a wide range of converter lenses and accessories
- A successor of this camera is Nikon COOLPIX 4300
Online Reviews and Awards
PC World: Top 10 Digital Camera June 2002
MacAddict: Freakin' Awesome MacAddict's Freakin' Awesome Award in the February 2002 issue.
DigitalFocus: Excellence in Imaging Awards 2002
PC Magazine: Editor's Choice 2001
Yahoo! Internet Life, 2002: The Coolpix 885 was recommended in this issue to individuals who consider digital photography to be a serious hobby.
Digital Photographer, January 2002: "10 Best Buys in Digital Cameras"
Pc Mag said:"This package succeeds in so many places, it earns our Editors Choice."
Popular Science:
"This easy-to-use camera has a strong zoom power and creates sharp, well-exposed photos."
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