Nikon Coolpix P510 Review

Review posted 05/15/2012

Quick Take

Pros

Unbelievable 42x optical zoom lens from 24-1000mm dSLR style body is easy and comfortable to handle Fully Automatic and Manual controls Much Improved image quality from previous model Excellent 1080p video recording with full use of the optical zoom Robust shooting performance High quality Vari-angle 3.0-inch LCD screen, shows amazing detail Powerful built-in flash Lens mounted zoom control is very convenient and easy to use Lens Shift VR stabilization works well Stereo Microphone Built-In GPS HDMI output

Cons

At full telephoto, the camera can be very hard to hold steady, even with the optical image stabilization Bad sound with built-in mics No audio input Trouble with our battery

Bottom Line

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 any situation. Read more in our Full Conclusion.

If you're not quite ready for a dSLR (perhaps it's a budget issue, or confidence), but want quality glass, advanced optics, and the ability to shoot across great distances; then you might want to consider the Nikon Coolpix P-series. The new flagship is the P510, which features an astounding 42x optical zoom lens (with a 1000mm zoom in 35mm terms). Because you can shoot so far, Nikon has included Advanced Optical Vibration Reduction image stabilization technology.

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