Nikon COOLPIX S520 - 8MP & 3X Optical Zoom
Elegant design, quality finish and unique advanced functions take the
effort out of taking beautiful pictures
January 29, 2008, Tokyo — Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the
introduction of the COOLPIX S520, a stylish new camera that pushes the level
of photographic performance, operating ease and design elegance to new heights.
Built on a custom application of Nikon's innovative EXPEED digital image processing
concept and incorporating the precision optics of a NIKKOR lens, the COOLPIX
S520 makes it easier to express individual expression in beautiful fashion.
The COOLPIX S520 offers 8.0 effective megapixels of sharp resolution, quick
response, and maintains image quality and clarity with sensitivity settings
as high as ISO 2000. It also includes the clarity and precision of a 3x Zoom-NIKKOR
lens featuring Nikon's optical lens shift VR image stabilization.
Unique new functions for the COOLPIX S520 provide easier ways to express the
scene and organize results. Food mode is a new scene mode selection enabling
beautiful close-ups of food at high ISO settings in restaurants and other locations
where flash photography is not permitted. Another new feature allows users to
select their favorite three of the 16 available scene modes to appear in the
Mode menu for easier access. Easy in-camera image organization allows favorite
pictures to be saved to individual albums. And new viewing options include Face
Zoom-in, which allows quick zooming in on and switching between faces during
playback, to ensure that all subjects in the frame are captured clearly.
The COOLPIX S520 is housed in a quality-crafted aluminum body that fits comfortably
in the hand. From the hairline treatment on the face to the clean design of
the back and cable connectors hidden along the bottom, the compact body conveys
functional beauty and classic camera appeal. The COOLPIX S520 will be available
in a choice of Light Bronze, Urban Black, Purple, Pink, or Magenta body colors.
Color availability may vary according to region.
Note: Specifications, design, product name, standard accessories,
and release schedule may differ by country or area.
Nikon COOLPIX S520 Feature Highlights
Proven lens shift VR image stabilization
Optical lens shift VR (Vibration Reduction) is field proven technology originally
developed for Nikon SLR camera lenses. The VR system counteracts camera shake
in lower light or when shooting moving subjects, providing the ability to shoot
at shutter speeds as much as three steps slower without blurring the picture.
Active full time, VR also stabilizes images displayed on the 2.5-inch high-resolution
LCD monitor for easier framing and more reassured shooting.
ISO 2000 capability provides extended shooting range
Extended light sensitivity range with manual settings up to ISO 2000 makes
it easier to take great-looking pictures in lower lighting conditions, or to
capture moving subjects with outstanding clarity. Automatic sensitivity control
is also available, freeing you to concentrate on the shot while the camera selects
the optimal setting across a range between ISO 64 and ISO 1600. And the image
processing engine preserves high image quality even when shooting with high
ISO settings, thanks to enhanced noise reduction and an improved signal-to-noise
ratio.
Large 2.5-inch LCD monitor for quality viewing and menu operation
The COOLPIX S520 has a high quality 2.5-inch LCD monitor with anti-reflection
coating for better display in bright situations. Improved shooting displays
with revised icons and information feedback help make framing and shooting easier.
Nikon COOLPIX S520 Other Features
- Three Unique Nikon Image Innovations– Face-priority AF, In-Camera
Red-Eye Fix, D-Lighting
- 1:1 size format with black or white borders available on playback
- Macro shooting from as close as 15 cm (5.9 in.)
- Three movie modes with sound, plus time-lapse movie mode
- Time zone function for easy setting of multiple locations
- SDHC card compatibility
- Approx. 23 MB of internal memory
- USB connectivity
- PictBridge support
Nikon COOLPIX S520 specification
| Sensor |
1/2.5" Type CCD
8.29 million pixels total
8.0 million effective pixels |
| Image sizes |
3264 x 2448 (High: 3264/Normal: 3264), 2592 x 1944 ( Normal: 2592), 2048
x 1536 ( Normal: 2048), 1024 x 768 (PC: 1024), 640 x 480 (TV: 640), 3200
x 1800 (16:9), 2448 x 2448 (1:1) |
| Lens |
3x optical zoom
35-105 (35mm equiv.)
5.7 - 17.1 mm
f/2.8 - 4.7 |
| Image stabilization |
Lens-shift VR |
| Conversion lenses no Focus distance |
50cm (1 ft. 7.7 in.) to infinity (8) |
| Macro close-up mode |
15cm (5.9 in.) to infinity (8) |
| ISO sensitivity |
ISO 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, Auto (auto gain ISO 64 - 1600) |
| Viewfinder |
No |
| LCD monitor |
2.5-in., approx. 153k-dot, TFT LCD |
| Connectivity |
USB Storage |
| SD/SDHC card |
Approx 23MB internal memory
Power |
| Li-ion battery (EN-EL10) |
AC Adapter EH-62D (optional) |
| Dimensions |
94 x 53 x 22.5 mm (3.7 x 2.1 x 0.9 in.) |
| Weight (no batt) |
115 g (4.1 oz.) |
