We go hands on with the new Nikon Coolpix P7700 - the new serious compact, with a bright f/2.0-4.0 lens.
| Nikon COOLPIX P7700 in Compact Cameras
The Nikon Coolpix P7700 features a vari-angle screen and a brighter f/2.0-4.0 lens when compared to the f/2.8 - 5.6 on the Nikon Coolpix P7100, although it does have the same 7.1x optical zoom range. The new model has a 12mp 1/1.7 CMOS sensor (instead of the CCD sensor on the last model) and features 8fps continuous shooting.
The Nikon Coolpix P7700 is slightly more compact than the P7100 with the added bonus of the larger, brighter and better lens. The camera has a large hand grip at the front and numerous external controls that make it quick and easy to make setting changes. Unfortunately, the model on display was a non-working sample, so we were unable to take any photos or play with the camera's menu system. However, we will be putting the camera through a full test when working models become available.
The camera is priced at £499.99 and is available in black from 27 September 2012.
For more information about the camera, take a look at our news story.

Nikon COOLPIX P7700 Hands-On Photos of Equipment
Nikon COOLPIX P7700 Specifications
Manufacturer | Nikon | |
Lens | ||
Max Aperture | f/2 - f/4 | |
35mm equivalent | 28mm - 200mm | |
Optical Zoom | 7.1x | |
Image Sensor | ||
Pixels | 12.2Mp (Megapixels) | |
Pixels (W) | 4000 | |
Pixels (H) | 3000 | |
Sensor Type | CMOS | |
Sensor Size | 1/1.7 inch | |
Sensor Size (width) | No Data | |
Sensor Size (height) | No Data | |
Aspect Ratio |
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LCD Monitor | ||
LCD Monitor | 3in | |
Screen resolution | 921,000 dots | |
Touch Screen | No | |
Focusing | ||
Min Focus | 2cm | |
Focusing modes |
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Exposure Control | ||
Shutter speeds shortest | 1/4000sec | |
Shutter speeds longest | 60sec | |
Bulb mode | No Data | |
Exp modes |
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Metering |
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ISO sensitivity | 80 - 6400 | |
White balance |
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Exposure Comp | +/-3 | |
Shooting Options | ||
Continuous shooting | 8fps | |
Video | ||
Movie mode | Yes | |
Video Resolution |
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Video FPS | 30 | |
Stereo Sound | Yes | |
Optical Zoom with Video | Yes | |
Other Features | ||
Image Stabilisation | Yes | |
Interface | ||
HDMI | Yes | |
USB | USB 2 | |
Wi-Fi | No | |
Storage | ||
Card Type |
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File Type |
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Power Source | ||
Battery Type | Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14 | |
Battery Life (CIPA rating) | 330shots | |
Box Contents | ||
Box Contents | Camera Strap, Lens Cap LC-CP26 (attached to the camera body), Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14 (with terminal cover), Battery Charger MH-24, USB Cable UC-E17, Audio Video Cable EG-CP16, ViewNX 2 CD, Reference Manual CD | |
Dimensions | ||
Weight | 392g | |
Width | 118.5mm | |
Height | 72.5mm | |
Depth | 50.4mm |
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