Grab a rugged, waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof COOLPIX AW100 with 5x Zoom-NIKKOR ED glass lens and 16-MP CMOS sensor to record action photos and Full HD (1080p) movies. Life on the road deserves GPS + Electronic compass, so the COOLPIX AW100 has these too.
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- AN-CP23 Strap
- UC-E6 USB Cable
- EG-CP16 Audio/Video Cable
- EN-EL12 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- MH-65 Battery Charger
- UR-E23 Filter Attachment
- NikonView NX 2 CD-ROM
- Reference Manual CD
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Very satisfied with the AW100
I live on Maui so naturally, much of our activity is in the water. When my Golden Retriever was diagnosed with cancer, I wanted to make sure I had some "in the water" pictures of her from close up rather than always having distance photos from shore. I did some quick research and then bought the AW100.
I haven't had the time to really explore using all the different settings so I've been using the easy mode - letting the camera decide what setting to use. The way I've been using it in the water means that sometimes it's underwater and then above the surface. I can see the indicator showing "underwater" until the water drips off the lens/sensor. Even so, I think the results are great.
I've also seen great results from the "dry land" photos I've taken. For such a small and relatively inexpensive camera, this thing does a great job.
July 11, 2012
Nikon quality we love!
Bought a Fugi and used it once because it filled with water the first time it was taken under water! So back it went and I purchased a name that is trusted in the photography world and I am certainly glad I did! The Nikon AW100 takes beautiful pictures and video. I just love how easy it is to use and there is no doubt that you can go swimming with it! I highly recommend this camera for backyard or beach or anywhere in between! It was one less thing I had to worry about on vacation because I knew the pictures would come out great!
June 14, 2012
Don't leave home without it
This camera was purchased to augment a Nikon D7000; a small camera to take along when the SLR is left at home. The HD video and crisp photo capability of the same 16MP chip in both cameras does not disappoint with the AW100! The manual could be a bit clearer on all the features, especially the menu navigation.
May 29, 2012
Best Compact Digital Camera
Let's start with the good. It takes great pictures and video, even under water. It takes the best pictures of any compact digital camera I've owned. But the ability to shoot underwater is why we got it, and those pictures are amazing. We took both still pictures and video, and they both came out great.
The Easy Auto mode figures out the most common scenes, and it automatically switches to underwater mode. We started taking video above the water, then went under the water (and the camera automatically switched to Underwater mode), then went back above the water. The video came out great.
However, you can't change most of the settings from Easy Auto mode. The Auto mode (strangely enough) is where you can change most of your settings.But the strangest thing is all the scene types you can choose - you have normal things like Portrait and Landscape, but you also have specialty scenes like Food, Sunset, and Fireworks. They each make the appropriate settings automatically so the intent is you don't have to mess with the settings. I've only tried a couple of these, including the very cool Pet Portrait), and they all came out great.
The GPS feature is nice, but you can accomplish nearly the same thing by tagging your pictures manually with your location. It does cause the battery to wear down much quicker though, so I usually leave this off.
The side button can either display the map, or provide a menu. The map doesn't do anything with the GPS turned off, but it's the only place to access the GPS menu. In the menu mode, you have to tilt the camera left and right or forward and back to change the settings. This doesn't work easily (for me) and I just found it very silly. So I leave it in map mode.
The other thing I didn't like was that the default setting for Auto Focus is to focus once. This is not what you expect from a digital camera, and especially not for a video camera. You can change it to full-focus where it is constantly refocusing. This is more natural for me and especially for video. Single focus seems especially silly for video, but since I was able to change this, it wasn't a problem.
Overall, this is, by far, the best compact digital camera I've ever owned. I highly recommend it.
May 23, 2012
Pleasantly surprised
This is the second underwater camera I have owned. The other one was a Olympus Stylus 770SW. The Olympus died on me in early April. I was thinking buying another Olympus, when I checked out the Nikon AW100. I decided to buy Nikon because it seemed a better camera than the Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 14MP Digit al Camera or Olympus ToughTG-1 iHS. In the end I am glad I bought the Nikon AW100. It has been a month now and I am glad to say I made a good choice.
May 16, 2012
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The manual link doesn link to any manuals
10 months ago
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Anonymous
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The new COOLPIX AW100 was release a couple of weeks back and it’s usually available after 30 to 45 days after release date. Once is at the stores the user's manual will be available in our website.Has staff answer
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Does the GPS mapping work world-wide? I am purchasing for a trip to Asia
10 months ago
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Bob
Anaheim
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Anaheim
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based navigation system using the electro-magnetic waves of a network of GPS satellites placed into orbit. It allows users to determine their locations anywhere on Earth.10 months ago
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Masoy
Gilbert, AZ
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Gilbert, AZ
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The new COOLPIX AW100 was released a few weeks back and it’s usually available after 30 to 45 days. You may want to check with your local dealer for availability.Has staff answer
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Where can I find the english version of the AW100 manual as a PDF? I was able to locate the Japanese version, but my Japanese is a bit rusty.
There is a link on the prouduct page but the link is of no value. Please fix this ASAP
10 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
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The User's manual for the New COOLPIX AW100 would be available online once the camera is on sale at the stores. The New COOLPIX AW100 was released a couple of weeks back and it’s usually available after 30 to 45 days.
I would like to see an external trigger option. For example, I would like to use this camera to record an event such as an animal crossing a tripwire or light beam. Are there cameras in this class with such a feature?
10 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The New COOLPIX AW100 doesn't have the feature to use an external trigger.
Any plans for a floating strap for water sports or a handle bar mount for bicycles?
9 months ago
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Bill
New Hampshire
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New Hampshire
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The EH-62G is an AC Adapter that can be used to power continuously you camera, is not a charger. Please verify the user's manual of your camera model for battery and charger information.
How quickly camera updates the GPS data? If I make a walk, do I need to manually update the GPS position? Whether there is a function of tracking the route? In what file format the route is stored?
9 months ago
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RAY40RUS
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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When the Record GPS data of the GPS options menu is On, the GPS function will continue to operate even when the camera is turned off. Also, when the Record GPS data is set to On, the battery will be drained, even when the camera is turned off. The GPS information is store in the metadata of each picture.
if taken under water within the specified depth (10ft or 1.5m) what precautions are needed and how do you dry off the camera?
9 months ago
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JCarroll
New York
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New York
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Keep the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover closed and wash off the camera with fresh water.Immerse the camera in a shallow basin filled for 10 minutes. Wipe off water droplets with a soft cloth and dry the camera in the well-ventilated and shady place.
9 months ago
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Matt
USA
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For compatibility information you will need to get in contact with the Eye-Fi manufacture.Has staff answer
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Besides the battery charger, what methods can be used to charge the battery for the AW100? ie USB (and how long does it take)? AC direct to camera?
I just bought my first Nikon, the AW-100, on-line from one of your dealers, and expect to receive it in the next 10 days. I will be using this camera on several trips starting in about 14 days, so I need to be sure I have all the proper accessories.
9 months ago
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BL
Florida
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Florida
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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You can only charged your battery using the MH-65 Battery Charger.Has staff answer
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Can the camera battery be charged via the supplied USB cable?
9 months ago
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Anonymous
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No, you will need the MH-65 Battery Charger.
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what class (2, 4, 6, 8, 10) sdhc is recommended for the AW100?
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BL
FL
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FL
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
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It depends for what you are using the camera. For Standard Definition video and regular picture taking a Class 2 memory card should be able to do the job (Class 4, 6 & 10 will also do the job). For High Definition video filming you will require a Class 4 memory card as a minimum, but a Class 6 or Class 10 will also do the job.FWIW, the more the card is filled with pictures and videos, the slower it becomes, That being the case and with the price differential being so close between cards with the same capacity but different Speed Classes, I will strongly suggest to go for the Class 10 and be on the safe side.
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Joey F
Age: 45-54
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Is black camera face more durable and less prone to fingerprints?
9 months ago
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rgscharman
West Jordan, UT
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West Jordan, UT
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: Less than a month
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Regardless the color they have the same durable quality. However, the color black is less glossy than others.
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Are there plans to create a hardcopy reference manual? If so, when can I get one?
The quick start guide makes many references to pages in the reference manual. I have the manual on a disk, but it is very inconvenient to use because I'm taking two trips out of country this month and next. The manual indicates it cannot be copied or reproduced, and even if we could, many pages have a solid black header that would make printing those pages impractical. What options do I have for getting a hard copy manual that I can easily use?
9 months ago
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BLeid
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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As long as your camera has a valid serial number, register it with Nikon, create an account and you can download and print your camera's manual.
I just bought an AW100 and when I push the "action button" nothing happens. The map or the action menu will not display.
Is there something I am missing? Followed all the instructions from the manual...
Is there something I am missing? Followed all the instructions from the manual...
9 months ago
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Chip
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You say the maximum movie recording time for a single movie is 4 GB/29 minutes. Please define the term "single movie" as used in this context.
9 months ago
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Tom
Fairfax, Virginia
Location :
Fairfax, Virginia
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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Each movie you take is 29 minutes long.Has staff answer
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Does this AW100 camera store the orientation (portrait vs landscape) into the exif / metadata of the photo?
I want to know which way I was holding the camera (portrait vs landscape) when I took a photo. This way some other software can rotate the photo automatically for me. Lots of other cameras (Sony, Ricoh) store the ImageRotation into the exif / metadata of the photo. What I'm asking has nothing to do with storing the compass info along with the GPS info.
9 months ago
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Brian
Denver Colorado, USA
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Denver Colorado, USA
Age: 35-44
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Yes, the AW100 has thr feature to store the orientation, it will show in the metadata of the image using View NX 2.
if and when they have to be replaced, where can they be replaced ? Thanks.
9 months ago
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Anonymous
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The COOLPIX AW100 is warranted by Nikon, Inc. to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase.
Hello.
These 2 questions are without regard to disk space.
Does the camera work with a Sandisk Extreme Pro which is a UHS Class 1 card that goes up to 45MB/s?
Will it allow me to record video or use the continuous shooting mode without slowing down for a longer period than with an Sandisk Extreme which is a class 10 that goes up to 30MB/s or there won't be much difference ?
These 2 questions are without regard to disk space.
Does the camera work with a Sandisk Extreme Pro which is a UHS Class 1 card that goes up to 45MB/s?
Will it allow me to record video or use the continuous shooting mode without slowing down for a longer period than with an Sandisk Extreme which is a class 10 that goes up to 30MB/s or there won't be much difference ?
8 months ago
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shadelv
France
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France
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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A memory card with an SD speed class of Class 6 or higher is recommended. If the transfer speed of the card is slow, the movie recording may end unexpectedly.The maximum file size for a single movie is 4GB or 29 minutes, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording.
I've read that the weakness of the BSI CMOS is that it can't withstand too much light for extended periods of time because of overheat.
If I record video on a snow white mountain at high altitude and during a clear and sunny day, will it damage the camera ?
Is there some feature to protect it ?
If I record video on a snow white mountain at high altitude and during a clear and sunny day, will it damage the camera ?
Is there some feature to protect it ?
8 months ago
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shadelv
france
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france
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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In that will it constantly record points on the map as the video records? Or will it only mark where the video was started/finished? or nothing at all?
8 months ago
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tad604
Cincinnati OH
Location :
Cincinnati OH
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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GPS data information is only recorded for images.
How does the Nikon AW100 uses the A-GPS file to help determine position faster?
This link is listed in the manual.
http://nikonimglib.com/agps/index.html.en
I have not downloaded the file, but have noticed two NCLF folders on my memory card. Does the camera create the folders and the A-GPS file too?
Thanks,
This link is listed in the manual.
http://nikonimglib.com/agps/index.html.en
I have not downloaded the file, but have noticed two NCLF folders on my memory card. Does the camera create the folders and the A-GPS file too?
Thanks,
8 months ago
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pahl
South Dakota
Location :
South Dakota
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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8 months ago
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electraman
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Available Flash Modes in the COOLPIX AW100 are: Auto, Auto with re-eye reduction, off, fill flash and slow sync.
the tech specs say that it is water proof to 33ft.
how come you can only take it no more than 10 ft while swimming (according to a previous post)?
how come you can only take it no more than 10 ft while swimming (according to a previous post)?
8 months ago
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tparring
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You can take pictures underwater at a depth of 33 ft (10 meters) for up to 60 minutes.
For example, I am a geocacher. I would like to be able to upload a GPX file to the camera. The camera would then display the waypoints on the map. They would be selectable and trackable.
8 months ago
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rreynolds63
Indianapolis, IN
Location :
Indianapolis, IN
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Could I have the video camera recording but use the screen to view the GPS map at the same time?
8 months ago
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rreynolds63
Indianapolis, IN
Location :
Indianapolis, IN
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The GPS information will only be recorded for still images, not for videos.
Or can you change it to black and white in the camera settings after the picture is taken? I like to be able to shoot in b&w.
8 months ago
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Anonymous
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Yes, you can shoot in Monochrome using the special effects mode.
I like to shoot photos while riding my motorcycle. I don't have the chance to look at what I am shooting. I want to be able to shoot a string of exposures but I haven't been able to figure out how this works in the camera. The manual seems to explain very little. (I'm a novice with cameras)
8 months ago
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Anonymous
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
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put in settings AF-C8 months ago
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Say for example, you take it snorkling. You take some pictures while underwater. and you can't put it in a bowl of fresh water right away. say a few hours goes by before you can clean and dry it properly. does that effect or ruin the camera in anyway?
8 months ago
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Anonymous
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After using the camera underwater, clean the camera within 60 minutes. If you leave the camera in wet conditions where salt particles, hot spring particles, or other foreign substances are adhere to it, this could cause damage, discoloration, corrosion, a bad smell or deterioration of the waterproof performance.
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National Geographic Adventure Gear of the Year
Steve Casimiro announced that the Nikon COOLPIX AW100 has made the list of the National Geographic Adventure Gear of the Year, Must-Have Gear: Fall and Winter, which spotlights the most innovative gear of the season. Casimiro said the camera is “packed with high-quality specs, including full HD video at 1080p, and it cranks out top-shelf images in challenging conditions.”
October 2011
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IF Product Design Award 2012
The Nikon COOLPIX AW100 has been honored with the iF Product Design Award 2012 from the International Forum Design GmbH of Hanover, Germany. The iF design awards have been awarded since 1953; to products exhibiting superior design. In selecting recipients, product aspects including quality of design, functionality, degree of innovation, simplicity of operation and environmental impact are considered for the product design award. Features of the AW100 to note include its waterproof, freezeproof and shockproof capabilities as well as its built-in GPS + Electronic compass.November 2011
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Nikon COOLPIX AW100 Review
by Christopher SnowNovember 2011
Christopher Snow posted his review of the Nikon COOLPIX AW100 on the Digitalcamerainfo.com website, touting the camera's lens as a testament to Nikon technology. "Thanks to an expertly-crafted lens, resolution is the main area in which the AW100 will set itself apart from the pack," he said. Snow said, "It’s been a great year for ruggedized cameras and we see Nikon’s AW100 as the capstone." Additional features that Snow noted which make the camera fun include: "Full HD (1080p) video, ultra high speed shooting at 240 frames per second, a GPS suite that actually works, and a variety of scene modes, picture effects, and in-camera editing options." He also appreciated the filter adapter that ships with the camera, allowing for the use of 40.5mm filters. Concluding, Snow explained that the COOLPIX AW100 is the website's best rugged camera of 2011.
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Nikon COOLPIX AW100 Review
by Jim FisherDecember 2011
Jim Fisher posted his review of the Nikon COOLPIX AW100 on the pcmag.com website, touting the camera's rugged build and performance. He added that the AW100 performs faster than any camera in its competitive set, receiving an Editors' Choice for the rugged camera category: "the AW100 is the speediest rugged camera that we've tested." Other features of the camera that impressed Fisher included its sharp details, accurate colors, low noise, in addition to the camera's built-in GPS.
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Nikon COOLPIX AW100 Review
by Mike PerlmanDecember 2011
Mike Perlman posted his review of the Nikon COOLPIX AW100 on the Technobuffalo.com website. Taking the camera to "Sgt. Perlman's Rugged Device Boot Camp" he put the camera through testing of its waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof features as well as its general photography and video modes. Perlman noted that the COOLPIX AW100 "will get the job done." He liked the fun filters as well as the incorporated GPS, Electronic Compass and 16 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Perlman concluded his review by stating, "The Nikon Coolpix AW100 was a bonafide fighter, and I salute it."
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Nikon COOLPIX AW100 Review
by Kimberly HallenDecember 2011
Kimberly Hallen posted her review of the Nikon COOLPIX AW100 on the DigitalCameraReview.com website. Hallen noted that, "the overall performance of the Nikon AW100 leaves a good impression." Features that impressed her included the GPS functionality and Action Control, as well as the camera's ruggedness and quick start up time. Hallen also touted the VR, long exposure capabilities, macro mode, and continuous shooting mode. She was impressed with the image quality, saying, "the AW100 offers impressive resolution, with a sharpness close to that of a DSLR."
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red dot award: product design
The Nikon COOLPIX AW100 has received the red dot award: product design, which is sponsored by Germany’s Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen. The award is given to products released over the past two years that exhibit superiority in functionality, innovation, ergonomics, ecology and durability. Features of the AW100 that are notable include its adoption of a lens design that has allowed for a slim, compact digital camera; in addition to its variety of functions that make it convenient for outdoor shooting.March 2012
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