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Summary: Too Cool Nikon
Review: I selected this camera based on Nikon's reputation and glowing online reviews, but disappointment set in right out of the box. The pseudo-metallic plastic case gives the camera a cheap, toy-like appearance that belies its cost. I found the twisting motion required to open the camera for use awkward in the extreme given the small size of the unit,its rounded edges and the need to keep fingers off the LCD screen and the lens. With no real place to hold on to, my hands got tired after a few minutes as I maintained a tighter than normal grip. Too bad. The specs show this to be a capable tool, but form should follow function, and the Coolpix 2500 is too cool to be a real camera.
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Summary: Perfect Pocket Digital
Review: This is a very solid little digital that should easily take care of 99% of your picture taking needs. It easily slips into the pocket, clever lens protector, nice, crisp LCD screen.
I had problems loading the software as once loaded, my PC could not see my camera. However, I used the Tech Support line which was quick and professional (had some issue loading the driver, but easily fixed).
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Summary: Cute little camera
Review: I have a Coolpix 950 and had the chance to borrow a 2500 over the weekend. This is a kewl little digital camera! It does take some reading to understand all of its features, but you can start taking pictures without knowing all that stuff. Just set it on automatic and shoot away! Features I really liked: Camera lens that could swivel up and down - this is really handy for when you need to photograph something holding the camera over your head. You can see what you're getting on the monitor while pointing the camera where you want. USB connections! No need for a card reader. Woohoo! Small size - its more likely to come with to everyday places - where you might find something very worthy to photograph. (Note: Nikon should've included a small case with it. I found most camera cases too large for this camera, but a cloth eyeglass case worked great. A way to protect the lens would've been nice too. (Filters are not usable on this camera.) Specialty settings: Camera offers settings for parties (red eye reduction) copies (I think it was in black in white), close ups and so on. Battery didn't need to be connected to camera to recharge. If you purchase a second battery, you can charge one while using the other. Some camcorders charge the battery only on the camera - which doesn't work well for long events. I'm glad that Nikon chose the separate charging method. I haven't found an additional battery for it - so I have no idea what they run. Didn't like: Like most point and shoot cameras, the flash doesn't travel far and the focus in low light rooms where the subject is over 20 feet away is not good. But that seems to be normal for this kind of camera. Battery/memory cover fell off and was tricky to replace. Lens in likely place for fingerprints - would've preferred a replaceable lens filter for it. Camera comes with a starter compact flash memory card. Nowhere does it state how much memory is on it. The package recommends 128mb, but I don't think that's what was included. My best guess is that it was an 8mb card. I filled it up the first day I had the camera and then switched to a 64mb that I had available. --------- Overall, if I didn't already have a digital camera, I would love to have this one.
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Summary: Nice Compact Point and Shoot
Review: I bought this camera because I needed a point and shoot for an upcoming cruise. I already have a Sony Cybershot DCS-S30 that I am very happy with. I didn't want to bring my Sony on the cruise in fear that the elements (salt air and sand) would ruin it as well as be too awkward to carry around. When I saw this little Nikon it was love at first site. Not only was this camera stylish but its compact and has a lens that can swivel in (perfect for protection from the elements).
While I am satisfied with my purchase there are a few drawbacks to this camera. None of the drawbacks are too serious but for a spoiled gadget use such as myself they are inconvenient. I was disappointed that the battery was not pre-charged and I had to wait 2 hours to actually play with my new toy. After the battery was charged and I was putting it in place I noticed that the battery has to actually be removed from the camera to charge it in its charger (again a spoiled issue but still inconvenient). The operations (menus) of the camera are a bit clunky to get used to but I am sure in time I will get used to it. My last gripe would be the amount of time between hitting the shutter release and the time it takes to actually take the picture, its not very quick, actually pretty slow.
Enough moaning about the faults, what's so good about this little camera? Well it's little! It comes with some handy software. And it has an incredible lens (should you expect less from Nikon?). My Sony can't touch the quality of this lens. The digital zoom shows minimal amounts of pixalation.
If you are looking for a digital point and shoot camera I would definitely recommend this.
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Summary: Loooove
Review: I absolutely adored this camera! It was my first digital camera, and I took over 2,000 picures with it during the time it lasted, however it has now died completely (won't turn on most of the time and when it does the screen reads "Error") and I have only had it for about a year and a half. So, now I have to look for a new camera.
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Summary: Still kickin
Review: I have had this camera for a year and a 1/2, and I still find it a great camera for casual photos.
I love the swinging lense-it keeps the lense covered well when not in use, and you can take self-portraits very easy. I also like that you can angle up/down for awkward shots. Extreme closeups are sharp, but you have to fool around to guess where the focal point is. I haven't even played with the video clip part. I do like that you can make small images as you go. The Nikon software was mediocre. I stopped using it. Too bad they didn't continue with this design.
I decided to write this review after looking at similar cameras this past holiday season. While it sucks at indoor pictures (dark and RED)unless there is A LOT of light (the triple flash is obnoxious), it generally delivers. It took better shots of fireworks than my friend's newer camera. [...]
It's holding up very well to being tossed about in my bag, even without a case. The batteries don't charge as well as they did, but it's still usable. It uses Compact Flash, which I feel is better media than the starting-to-fade-away SD or MMC.
If you see it at a good price, go for it. I paid $150 for it and a case and more memory. Should be a lot cheaper now.
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Summary: it's the best for a casual user
Review: ok, I'm a casual user, I don't take pictures too much, I don't go on trips alot and I don't print. Now, I have had this camera for a long time so I can tell with certainty that I have not even thought of buying another camera to replace it.
Likes:
looks so much better than other cameras.
you can adjust the angle of the lens, that gives you a lot of freedom to take pictures yourself, without asking strangers for help, which you don't know how it will turn out.
Great value since it's very inexpensive now.
Still work just the same as the first day I got it, at least a year now.
The auto-scene mode is a must for novice users.
Easy to use, not filled with a bunch of feature that a novice like myself would never use.
Dislikes:
2MP is too low by the standards today.
Can't take moving pictures under bad lighting (few cameras can, though).
if you aren't crazy about photos, this one will suit you fine and save you money. I saw it on sale at WhoSave coom, a site that lists sales from Amazon and other places on the web, but that was awhile ago. I am not sure if you can still buy this camera new. Either way, I put in a recommendation for Nikon products.
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Summary: Some people can't shoot!
Review: I have had this little thing as my emergency camera for the last three years, I got it when it was released in the UK. I have found it to be an excellent little thing - remember, it is for snapshots. I never use the flash as it bleaches the picture...by 'night scene' enables you to take some excellent pictures. Of course, by increasing aperture time one needs to steady the camera, therefore I have a little tripod that fits in a pocket - or I wedge the thing against something solid. I have an amazing array of pictures from it...and have had some win prizes and sold others. So, all those of you who are knocking the camera...I suggest you look at yourselves before blaming your tools!
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