Nikon Coolpix L340 Camera - Black (20 MP, 28x Optical Zoom) 3-Inch LCD

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The lens offers image stabilization, which works quite well to ensure footage is stable, even at the lenses maximum zoom. Cons Video Capabilities Other highlights include 3-inch LCD monitor, 720p HD video recording, scene modes and powered by AA batteries readily available almost anywhere.

Nikon Coolpix L340 Camera - Black (20 MP, 28x Optical Zoom) 3

If you’re a beginner looking for a capable, compact camera, with a tight budget, this camera is worth considering. While it’s a minor upgrade over the predecessor, the increased zoom range and flexibility create a more versatile camera. It makes for an appealing option for those desiring a super-zoom camera with an affordable price tag. The autofocusing performance on this camera is good and responsive, given enough light. The camera even features face-detection, which works well to ensure faces are sharp, when in the frame. Battery Performance It comes equipped with an impressively long zoom lens - with a 35mm equivalent of 22.5-585mm - which is claimed to be capable of focusing at a minimum distance of 1cm, perfect for macro shots. It also benefits from Nikon's high performance Vibration Reduction (VR) technology to keep images as stable and sharp as possible. The 20.2 MP CCD sensor and EXPEED C2 image processor delivers clear details images with brilliant colors.Nikon COOLPIX L340 houses a high-performance NIKKOR 28x (22.5-630mm) wide-angle zoom lens lets you capture a variety of scenes from dynamic landscapes to people or animals distant away. The Optical Image Stabilization reduces camera shake to keep clear, steady shots at all times. The camera uses AA batteries, instead of Nikon’s more typical EN-EL batteries. With that, purchasing rechargeable batteries is a must to avoid any additional expenses and to ensure reliable battery performance. Display SanDisk Ultra 32GB Class 10 SDHC UHS-I Memory Card Is the Nikon Coolpix L340 a good camera for you?

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The physical design is also quite simple and follows classic bridge camera design logic. However, the physical buttons featured are strategically placed and easily identifiable. And thankfully, Nikon hasn’t overcrowded the camera with any unnecessary buttons.The autofocus system used on this camera is contrast-detection only. These systems work great given enough light, but historically, they don’t provide good low light and video focusing performance. And, sadly, this camera falls victim to both. When shooting in low light environments, the camera struggles to find focus and often doesn’t. Overall, if you plan on shooting a lot in low light, focusing with this camera will be challenging for you. Battery Life The camera comes with a strap for the lens cap, although some may prefer to keep it separate as it does have a habit of dangling in the way - when shooting towards the ground for example. If you want to use the flash for your shots you can pop it up using the button to the side, and with its location directly above the lens you're unlikely to accidentally get your fingers in the way of this one.

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It features a 20.2MP CCD sensor and a fixed lens with image stabilization that offers a 22.5-630mm full-frame equivalent field of view. This lens delivers an impressive 28x optical zoom, which is further expandable by up to 4x using digital zoom. Z 6/Z 7 firmware version 2 added Eye Detection Autofocus functionality as well as some other features. Firmware version 3 for the Z 6/Z 7 added Animal AF Detection. How do you update the firmware in the camera? The Nikon COOLPIX L340 has a 28x optical zoom and a 2x digital zoom, with a minimum focal length of 22.5 millimeters and a maximum focal length of 630 millimeters (35mm film equiv). Unfortunately, it does not feature image stabilization technology. The camera's total number of megapixels amounts to 20.48 MP.

The user interface and menus are straightforward. They function well to simplify navigating the camera when the need to alter its settings arises and are beginner-friendly. Physical Layout & Ergonomics