Capture the amazing with an optical Zoom-NIKKOR 24mm-1,000mm ED glass lens coupled to a 16.1 MP CMOS sensor. Your photography will never be the same.
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- AN-CP21 Strap
- UC-E6 USB Cable
- EG-CP16 Audio Video Cable
- EN-EL5 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- EH-69P AC Adapter/Charger
- LC-CP24 Lens Cap
- NikonView NX 2 CD-ROM
COOLPIX P510
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I have compared like cameras for the last two months trying to determine which product to purchase. Having used cameras of friends, I finally decided on the Nikon P-510. The picture quality and performance is unbelievable. I do not regret my purchase and would do this all over again as I believe I have purchased the finest camera in it's class!
July 16, 2012
Awesome zoom and fine piictures!
This camera is so impressive. The mega zoom is awesome and the pictures taken with the zoom are fine and have the balance and brightness.
July 15, 2012
Great Camera with so many extras
I have owned so many cameras but this is the best camera. It has everything that a person could want. There are some individuals that don't like the video portion but they just have to learn to use it right..
This camera as special effects when taking pictures that I have enjoyed and used many o them. I look forward to continuing to learn to use more of this camera's options and effects.
July 11, 2012
Excellent portability! See's Saturn!
I use this camera for reasons that should be done with a DSLR. The zoom helps me get the best picts from a safe distance in a war zone. I use manual settings for most of my shots. I included a picture of Saturn from a dark sky location. I used 1/80 shutter, 7.8 fstop and 1600 ISO on a Manfrotto tripod with a 10 second delay. For a point and shoot to reach out this far, is the reason why I do not have a DSLR and spare zooms. We had a mortor explode close by and the camera fell while attached to the tripod. The tripod 1/4" mount broke off the bottom plastic of the P510, so I epoxied the lower half of the camera back on. I would like to see a few changes in firmware. Allow full 8 sec shutter at any ISO. Add a RAW NEF or JPG choice. Allow digital zoom in Manual mode. Add a bulb function. Allow the screen to dim much more for night astrophotography. Add a finer focus control as the current one moves too course. Finally, make it in Gloss Yellow.
July 11, 2012
Moral of the story - Stick with Nikon
I've been a Nikon user for the past 25 years and have purchased several Nikon cameras, film and now digital. I recently read the specs of the Canon G1-X and bought it-and then took it back three days later and bought the P510.
I was looking for a smaller, but quality-speced camera to use when my Nikon Digital SLR with accessories was too bulky. The most important spec for me was an electronic viewfinder which the P510 has. Everything else is icing on the cake and their's lot of icing - 42x optical zoom, built in GPS, PSA and M modes, 16.1 MP sensor but having an electronic view finder was the big one! Photos are great-a perfect camera for what I was looking for and it's easy to use.
July 7, 2012
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All1 month, 2 weeks ago
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The only product specifications which are made available to the public may be found in the product user guide, or the specification sheets posted at www.nikonusa.com.http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Produ...
support memory cards like sandisk UHS-I ?
1 month, 2 weeks ago
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Why is this camera not recognized by my PC when I plug the USB cable? I have already installed the software, but there seems to be a driver problem.
1 month, 2 weeks ago
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In order to better assist you, please click on the link below:Answer Title: How to ask or update a Technical Support question
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1 month, 1 week ago
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Nikon Amateur
Favorite Subject: Nature
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For a class 10 memory card, what max. transfer rate is sufficient for coolpix p150: 20,30,45 or 90 mb/seg ?
1 month, 1 week ago
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Please click on the link below for information:Answer Title: Approved Memory Cards - Coolpix P510
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Can the P510 stream live video of any sort over the USB - IE can it function as a seriously good Webcam?
1 month, 1 week ago
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gordwait
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No it cannot.
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How do I power it with the AC adapter? I want to do time lapse, but battery doesn't last long enough. Camera won't power up with/without battery on AC
1 month, 1 week ago
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Justin
Seattle, WA
Location :
Seattle, WA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Professional photographer
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You need a EH-62A ac adapter, you cannot use the charger supplied with camera.Has staff answer
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Charging the camera via computer for long photo shoots where the normal battery will not last
A time lapse shoot, for example: if the battery would not last for the entire shoot, is it possible to have the camera taking pictures while being charged by the computer?
If it is possible, are there any special USB adapters/cables i would need?
Thanks so much!
If it is possible, are there any special USB adapters/cables i would need?
Thanks so much!
1 month, 1 week ago
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Jeffrey
Chesterfield, MO, USA
Location :
Chesterfield, MO, USA
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Nature
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You'll need the EH-62A AC Adapter, that can be used to power from an AC power source, useful when shooting long sessions.Has staff answer
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Please expand on why there is no Filter capability for the Nikon P510
I found the answer to my question regarding the use of a filter on the Nikon P510. Apparently from the answer posted on this page by Nikon, this camera lens has not been designed to accommodate a filter. I am quite sure that Nikon didn't accidentally overlook including this capability.
So NIKON, is there a software solution lurking inside the P510 that a user can access to get those beautiful cloud pictures that can result from use of a quality Circular polarizing filter? Or maybe the camera is smart enough to do it through its own automatic internal algorithm design (which I haven't noticed happening) I tried 3 times to upload an example photo but your server just hung for many minutes each time.
So NIKON, is there a software solution lurking inside the P510 that a user can access to get those beautiful cloud pictures that can result from use of a quality Circular polarizing filter? Or maybe the camera is smart enough to do it through its own automatic internal algorithm design (which I haven't noticed happening) I tried 3 times to upload an example photo but your server just hung for many minutes each time.
1 month, 1 week ago
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Jim - SoDigital
Alexandria, VA, USA
Location :
Alexandria, VA, USA
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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This model of Coolpix has pre-set settings. You can use one of the scene modes settings to see which one will work for the type of photography you’re looking for. Also, you can control the settings by choosing Program, Aperture or Shutter priority or Manual Mode.Please visit our Learn and Explore website for Photography Techniques:
http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-E...
3 weeks, 3 days ago
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You can select the picture resolution for HDMI output from Auto (default setting), 480p, 720p, or 1080i. When Auto is set, the output resolution that is best suited to the connected TV is selected automatically from 480p, 720p or 1080i.Has staff answer
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i can't find the hdr/backlight menu to turn on this feature on P510? can it be done?
3 weeks, 3 days ago
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G V
Mexico
Location :
Mexico
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
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You'll have to select the Backlighting Scene mode and then press the Menu button to set HDR to Level 1-Level 3.
I've shot about 100 photos so far, out in a wide open area. (Fiesta Island, near Sea World/San Diego), With the camera being used typically, turn it on, take a few photos, let it sleep, turn it on, take a few more..
After a day of this, I have not ONE at all that is GPS tagged.
What's the deal? Come on. the AW100 just works, this thing has real issues.
If you have to leave the camera on full time for the GPS to start to work, then what is the point? The battery will go in real short time.
Even when the GPS claimed to be locked on. I also used the function to set the clock via the GPS and the camera never actually set the time, it just said "Please Wait", after about 10 minutes I just yanked the battery out.
After a day of this, I have not ONE at all that is GPS tagged.
What's the deal? Come on. the AW100 just works, this thing has real issues.
If you have to leave the camera on full time for the GPS to start to work, then what is the point? The battery will go in real short time.
Even when the GPS claimed to be locked on. I also used the function to set the clock via the GPS and the camera never actually set the time, it just said "Please Wait", after about 10 minutes I just yanked the battery out.
1 week, 2 days ago
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6502
Oceanside, CA, USA
Location :
Oceanside, CA, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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GPS tracking typically requires an initial startup period to acquire satellites. This period may vary depending on available satellites and atmospheric conditions. If you experience a connection problem initially, do not move the GPS device for up to 20 minutes under a clear sky to establish connection (may take longer if cloudy). If the device is new or has been moved since last acquisition, it may require time to re-establish connection. Once acquired, subsequent acquisitions should be faster. If the unit has been moved a great distance ( several hundred miles or more ), then re-acquisition of the GPS signal will of course be necessary.Has staff answer
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Lens rror message. It will not resolve after taking recommended actions, what's next?
Jul 8, 2012 by
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was taking pictures in auto mode and the camera lense stopped working.....
1 week, 2 days ago
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You will need to send your camera for service in order to be evaluated by one of our technicians.Title: How do I get my Nikon product serviced?
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With a UV filter built in, the camera lens would benefit from having a clear lens protector filter as a safety measure for the lens.
Suggest, that this be considered in future updates. The main lens needs protection from fingers and dirt, I would think?
1 week ago
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RWJ
Anchorage Alaska
Location :
Anchorage Alaska
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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This camera does. not have ability to exceptscrew on n filters n such...
Jul 11, 2012 by
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NikonD
Sedona, AZ, USA
Location :
Sedona, AZ, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than 10 years
Role: Semi-professional photographer
Is it possible to increase the time a newly-taken photo remains displayed in the monitor before it gives way to the "live" display?
5 days ago
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Nikon Newbie
Chicago, IL
Location :
Chicago, IL
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The time is already pre-set, cannot be increased.
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1000mm is not 42X when equated to 35mm film. How did you determine your math?
Apr 10, 2012 by
According to your website this camera is 4.3-180mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 24-1000 mm lens in 35mm [135] format). 2X is twice as large as seen by the naked eye. At 35mm 2X is a 100mm lens. Since your website makes a comparison to 35mm film 42X would be 2100mm using 35mm film. Which of the following is correct:
1. You are getting 42X compared to the sensor size.
2. You are getting 1000mm compared to the senor size.
It does not appear that it could be both only because your website has consciously referenced the 35mm format against this camera.
1. You are getting 42X compared to the sensor size.
2. You are getting 1000mm compared to the senor size.
It does not appear that it could be both only because your website has consciously referenced the 35mm format against this camera.
3 months, 1 week ago
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Eric
Virginia
Location :
Virginia
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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They got the 42X calculation by dividing 1000mm/24mm to get 41.66666. The 42X should not be compared to 10X on binoculars or a 20X spotting scope. If they took a 250mm lens and reduced the sensor to ¼ of 35mm format that would yield 1000mm.Apr 10, 2012 by
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Eric
Virginia
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Does this camera have a battery charger that does not require the camera to be plugged in?
2 months, 1 week ago
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Fran
Canton OH
Location :
Canton OH
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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You must purchase a MH-61 external battery chatger
After I've taken my photo, what type of computer or program can I view my 3D picture on?
3 days ago
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Anonymous
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You must have a 3D monitor or TV.
We would like to use the GPS function of the Nikon CoolpixP520 in rural areas of Puno, Peru as well as on river basins and Lake Titicaca in the same region. Is this possible? Will it give accurate readings of the coordinates? Is the GPS reading of the location from where the photo is taken or of the subject of the photo? THANK YOU FOR ANSWERING THESE QUESTIONS!
1 day ago
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Pat
Puno, Peru
Location :
Puno, Peru
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Please see page # 103 of the user's manual for the COOLPIX P510, regarding GPS.
Is it true that i can buy adapter lenses for this camera? Like the fisheye?
16 hours ago
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Keinikon
Spain
Location :
Spain
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Looking for a camera for quality pics of our 7 month old son
11 hours ago
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Gregg
Somerville, NJ
Location :
Somerville, NJ
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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Nikon COOLPIX P510 Review
by Joshua GoldmanMarch 2012
Joshua Goldman posted his review of the Nikon COOLPIX P510 on the CNET website, giving the camera a 3.5 rating out of 5 stars. He said the P510 "is a fun camera to shoot with, overflowing with photo and movie features, and backed by very fast shooting performance and excellent low-ISO photo quality." Goldman noted that the zoom range gives users a lot of flexibility. He also found the photo quality to be "very good to excellent."
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Nikon COOLPIX P510 Review
by Liam McCabeApril 2012
Liam McCabe posted his review of the Nikon COOLPIX P510 digital camera on the Digitalcamerainfo.com website, giving it an overall score of 8.5 out of 10. McCabe said the camera offers "strong all-around image quality" with an ergonomic design. He found the camera to be a quick shooter "with short shot-to-shot times and a speedy burst mode." McCabe said the image quality is solid, with realistic colors and details. He added: "We were particularly impressed with the quality of telephoto shots. They’re as sharp as at any other point in the focal range."
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Nikon COOLPIX P510 Review
by Terry SullivanApril 2012
Terry Sullivan posted his review of the Nikon COOLPIX P510 on the Consumer Reports website, touting the camera as having the longest zoom on the market. Sullivan was impressed with the zoom range, electronic viewfinder, swiveling LCD and variety of shooting modes. He said the camera's is well worth its price "since its long zoom, wide selection of controls, and versatile feature set let you capture standard types of photos and also explore more creative types of image taking."
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Nikon COOLPIX P510 Review
by Jim FisherMay 2012
Jim Fisher posted his review of the Nikon COOLPIX P510 on the PCMag.com website, noting that the camera received their Editors' Choice for the best full-size superzoom camera. He said the P510 is a versatile camera that produces very sharp images, handles low light well and shoots colorful and sharp video. Fisher noted the P510 has enough physical controls to satisfy demanding shooters. He added: "If you're in the market for a camera with a really long zoom lens, the P510 is the best of the bunch."
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Nikon COOLPIX P510 Review
by Mike FlacyMay 2012
Mike Flacy posted his review of the Nikon COOLPIX P510 on the Steve's Digicams website, touting the camera's wide zoom range. He said the P510 has an "unbelievable 42x optical zoom lens from 24-1000mm." Flacy said the camera offers excellent 1080p video recording, has a powerful built-in flash and very good performance. He added: "Nikon's COOLPIX P510 is the most versatile and longest reaching super-zoom currently on the market. Its great performance and excellent image quality make this a must have for anyone looking for a camera that can handle almost any situation; without needing additional lenses."
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