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Nikon Coolpix 8400

Reviewed March 2005

Our Opinion

 Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 8 megapixel
• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities

Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.		 10 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 9
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.		 9 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 9
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.		 7 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.		 9
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.		 7 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.		 8
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption —(with rechargeable batteries)
 9 Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
 9
Total: 8.4 Total: 8.8

Positives

Negatives
  • Very good to excellent image quality.
  • Very wide angle (24mm equiv.).
  • Low distortion wide angle.
  • Excellent EVF.
  • Excellent colour rendition.
  • Long exposure capability and includes Remote control.
  • No chromatic aberration.
  • D-Lightning option.
  • Wide range of image formats and sizes.
  • 3.5X zoom is a bit too short.
  • "My Menu" system not as effective as it could be.

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Ergonomics
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Test Photos
Specifications
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