Nikon Coolpix P80 - Expert Reviews

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 ...

Review summary: 486mm) provides a useful span of focal lengths with relatively wide maximum apertures. The camera body is compact and well designed with a comfortable rubber-coated grip and thumb rest. Weighing just over 390 grams with battery and card, it provides a ...

Verdict: Rear view of the Coolpix P80 showing the location of the key controls

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 ...

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.

Review summary: With so many digital cameras on the market right now people have the opportunity to get exactly that they are looking for. This often means the smallest one possible, which means a device that his highly pocketable but lacking in certain areas, most ...

Review summary: This lightweight digicam has a powerful 18X zoom and can take 30 consecutive shots.

Pros: Powerful 18X zoom, Sports Continuous mode captures fast-moving subjects, Strong overall image quality, Lots of manual options, Lightweight

Cons: Weak low-light performance, Limited zoom in video mode

Verdict: Inside the Nikon Coolpix P80's lightweight body are the ingredients for a versatile camera: a powerful 18X zoom lens, optical image stabilization, lots of manual features, and a highly effective Sports Continuous mode for burst shooting. Its low-light ...