The COOLPIX P300 is a powerful compact camera with an incredibly bright lens that delivers beautiful results, particularly when shooting at night or in challenging lighting conditions. The specially crafted NIKKOR lens offers a fast f/1.8 aperture, starts at an ultra-wide 24mm, and employs Nikon’s High Refractive lndex glass to deliver sharp images with high contrast. Combined with a highly sensitive back illuminated CMOS image sensor and full manual controls, this camera offers the creative freedom to capture scenes just as you see them.
The COOLPIX P300 - made for serious photography.
Bright f/1.8 NIKKOR ultra wide-angle 24mm lens
Back illuminated 12.2 megapixel CMOS image sensor
Exposure Modes (P/S/A/M)
Full (1080p) HD movie recording
Bright, ultra wide-angle NIKKOR 4.2x zoom lens with fast f/1.8 aperture with Nikon’s High Refractive lndex glass. Offers outstanding precision, sharp resolution and high contrast even in low-light. (35mm film-format equivalent: 24-100mm).
Back illuminated 12.2 megapixel CMOS image sensor increases the amount of light that each pixel receives, improving sensitivity and reducing noise for superb performance in any light.
Exposure Modes (P/S/A/M) for greater creative control. Programmed Auto (P), Shutter-priority (S), Aperture-priority (A) and Manual (M).
Full (1080p) HD movie recording with stereo sound: optical zoom and autofocus are available during recording. Boasts an option to film in slow or fast motion using recording speeds of up to 120fps (VGA). Camera features a built-in HDMI connector with HDMI-CEC support for output to a HDTV.
High-resolution 7.5 cm (3-in.) 921k-dot LCD monitor with wide viewing angle. Boasts Nikon’s Clear Color Display technology that reduces power consumption and minimizes reflections, even in bright sunlight.
Fine craftsmanship: boasts classic looks and superior ergonomics that aid purposeful photography by combining secure, stable operation, with manual control, advanced functions and precision optics.
7x anti-blur automatically counters blurred images in seven different ways. Lens-shift Vibration Reduction reduces the effect of camera shake and can be set simultaneously for additional protection. High ISO (up to 3200) light sensitivity reduces the risk of blurred images with fast-moving subjects or in low-light. Motion detection compensates for camera and subject movement. Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically selects the sharpest of up to 10 sequential shots. Dedicated light modes: deliver superb results in any light, even without a tripod: Night Portrait mode delivers beautifully detailed night scenes and indoor portraits. Night Landscape mode lets you shoot sharp images at low ISO. HDR*2 backlight mode offers impressive tonal detail in any situation.
EXPEED C2 image processing system provides enhanced movie recording, high-sensitivity performance and maximum image quality.
Easy Panorama 360°/180°: lets you pan vertically or horizontally to create dynamic panoramas.
High-speed continuous shooting (8fps) at full resolution: lets you shoot up to 7 continuous shots at eight frames per second.
Creative Slider: instant retouch and review function. Lets you adjust the brightness, saturation and color tone of the image without the need for a computer.
*1 Based on CIPA industry standard for measuring life of camera batteries. Measured at 23°C; zoom adjusted with each shot, built-in flash fired with every other shot, image mode set to Normal. | |
| Effective pixels | 12.2 million pixels |
| Image sensor | Type: 1/2.3-in. type CMOS with active cell array; Color filter array: RGB filter; Total pixels:Approx. 12.75 million pixels; Recording pixels: Approx. 12.00 million pixels (4000 x 3000) |
| Lens | NIKKOR lens with 4.2x optical zoom; Focal length: 4.3-17.9 mm; Aperture: f/1.8-4.9; Lens construction: 7 elements in 6 groups |
| Focus range (from lens) | Normal shooting: approx. 30 cm (1 ft.) to infinity (at wide angle setting), approx. 60 cm (2 ft.) to infinity (at telephoto setting); Macro close-up mode: approx. 3 cm (1.2 in.) to infinity (at wide-angle setting), approx. 30 cm (1 ft.) to infinity (at telephoto setting) |
| Monitor | Size: 7.5 cm (3-in.); Number of dots: Approx. 921k-dot; Type: TFT LCD monitor; (Acrylic) cover: Anti-reflection coating, antifouling and water-repellent coating |
| Storage media | Internal memory (approx. 90 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card*2 (exFAT compatible, UHS not compatible) *2 |
| Vibration Reduction (VR) | Lens shift vibration reduction (still image and movies) |
| ISO sensitivity | ISO 160, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 (4000 x 3000), Auto (ISO 160 to 1600), Fixed range auto (ISO 160 to 400, 160 to 800) |
| Interface | Hi-Speed USB/PictBridge |
| Power Sources | Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (1050 mAh), AC Adapter EH-62F (option) |
| Battery life | Approx. 240 shots with EN-EL12 battery |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | Approx. 103.0 x 58.3 x 32.0 mm/4.0 x 2.3 x 1.3 in. (excluding projections) *4 |
| Weight | Approx. 190 g/6.7 oz. (including battery and SD memory card) *4 |
| Movie | HD 1080p: 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), HD 720p: 1280 x 720 (30 fps), VGA: 640 x 480 (30 fps); HS movie 15/60/120 fps, no sound) |
| Supplied accessories | Camera Strap AN-CP19, Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12, Charging AC Adapter EH-69P [NEW], USB Cable UC-E6, Audio Video Cable EG-CP16 and ViewNX 2 CD-ROM |
| Optional accessories | Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12, Charging AC Adapter EH-69P [NEW], USB Cable UC-E6, AC Adaptor EH-62F, Battery Charger MH-65 and Audio Video Cable EG-CP16 |
Battery EN-EL12
Compact rechargeable lithium-Ion battery.
ViewNX2
All-in-one software package. Lets you import, organize, edit and share photos and movie clips. Compatible with Nikon Transfer. Integrated with my Picturetown.
Audio Video EG-CP16
Cable for connection of specific COOLPIX cameras to television or video recorder. Fitted with RCA jacks.
AC Adapter EH-69P
Dedicated AC adapter to power and charge specific COOLPIX cameras directly from an AC outlet. COOLPIX models compatible with this adapter can also be charged from a computer using the USB cable supplied with the camera.
For more information about the compatibility of this item with other Nikon products, please check 'Related products'.
USB Cable UC-E6
USB data cable for specific Nikon cameras. Lets you connect your camera to a computer. Approx. 1.5m in length.
Strap AN-CP19
Wrist strap, helps to keep the camera secure during use.
Battery EN-EL12
Compact rechargeable lithium-Ion battery.
Battery Charger MH-65
AC-powered charger for specific COOLPIX Lithium-Ionbatteries.
Fieldscope Digital Camera Bracket FSB-8
USB Cable UC-E6
USB data cable for specific Nikon cameras. Lets you connect your camera to a computer. Approx. 1.5m in length.
Audio Video EG-CP16
Cable for connection of specific COOLPIX cameras to television or video recorder. Fitted with RCA jacks.
AC Adapter EH-69P
Dedicated AC adapter to power and charge specific COOLPIX cameras directly from an AC outlet. COOLPIX models compatible with this adapter can also be charged from a computer using the USB cable supplied with the camera.
For more information about the compatibility of this item with other Nikon products, please check 'Related products'.
