Nikon Coolpix P6000 released

Nikon has unveiled the Coolpix P6000, a new 13.5-million-pixel flagship digital compact with features including a raw format mode and built-in GPS ‘geotagging’ technology. The P6000 is aimed at SLR users and professional photographers seeking the ‘ultimate compact’, according to Nikon. It replaces the 5100 model.

Due out in the UK next month (September) priced £429.99 the P6000 boasts an ‘SLR-like’ grip and a lens delivering the 35mm viewing angle equivalent of a 28-112mm lens. The optic carries a maximum aperture of f2/7 and a lens-shift Vibration Reduction system. It has an impressive maximum equivalent ISO sensitivity of 6400 (at a maximum resolution of 3MP), six digital filter effect colour options and macro shooting down to 2cm.

The camera includes manual exposure and focusing and a hotshoe for external flash. Ideal features for the experienced photographer who doesn’t want to carry around their SLR all day. The P6000 is compatible with all current Nikon flash units, up to and including the recently announced SB-900.
The GPS function attaches location information to image EXIF file data. This can then be viewed on websites capable of showing geotagged images such as Flickr. A ’standby’ mode is included to help save battery power when using the GPS option.

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