Nikon Coolpix P60 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Do you miss the days when cameras looked like cameras instead of flashy, new-fangled machines? Enter the Nikon Coolpix P60, a compact that makes retro styling cool again. A solid point-and-shoot, it strikes a balance of basic tweakability with general sim

Pros: Simple operation; reliable image quality

Cons: Badly placed viewfinder and flash; pedestrian styling

Verdict: Stolid rather than sexy, competent rather than classy, the boxy Nikon Coolpix P60 is a belt-and-braces, real ale-supping point-and-shoot. The cool kids won't be impressed, but we're always glad to see a compact that gives such reliable images

Review summary: nikon coolpix p60 review: Taking on the popular Canon A720 IS with its update to the P50, Nikon's Coolpix P60 includes some non-trivial enhancements, including optical image stabilisation, an electronic viewfinder, and an increase in the zoom range to 5x

Review summary: If you're looking for something a bit more versatile than a point-and-shoot compact, Nikon has just the thing.

Verdict: The Nikon CoolPix P60 is a big improvement over the disappointing P50. It still has its faults, most notably its slow overall performance and the immensely irritating shutter release logic, but the design, handling and build quality are very good, as is t

Review summary: The Nikon Coolpix P60 will hold your hand if that's what you want, but this entry-level digital camera is also ready to grow with you.

Pros: Impressive zoom and focal-length range. Digital viewfinder can sub for LCD. Ability to start up in review mode. Great color in daylight shots. In-camera editing options.

Cons: Slow recycle and start-up. LCD impossible to use in direct sunlight. Bulky for "compact" camera. No rechargeable battery option.

Verdict: Despite its heft and slow response times, this pricey point-and-shooter offers an impressive range of features for an entry-level digital camera.