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Nikon announces US pricing, availability of its CoolPix W150 point-and-shoot

16 Aug

Four months after Nikon announced its CoolPix W150, Nikon has released availability and pricing information for the version set to retail in the United States.

As a refresher, the CoolPix W150 features a 13.2-megapixel 1/3.1” CMOS sensor with an electonically-stablized Nikkor 3x zoom lens (30-90mm 35mm equivalent) in front of it. The camera also features a built-in flash and a built-in two-stop ND filter for shooting in bright environments.

As with Nikon’s past W-series cameras, the W150 is waterproof (IPX8), shockproof (from 1.8m/5.9ft) and freezeproof (down to -10°C/14°F, or 0°C/32°F during underwater use).

On the rear of the camera is a 2.7” 230K-dot LCD display used to navigate the menu and compose/review images captured with the camera. Nikon has included 18 different scene modes with the camera in addition to dedicated underwater and underwater face framing features that will automatically correct color casts caused by shooting underwater.

The W150 features Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for wirelessly transferring images to mobile devices via SnapBridge to a connected smartphone or table. Charging is done via the onboard Micro USB port.

The CoolPix W150 is set to ship in September 2019 and is currently available pre-order starting today for $ 169.95 (Adorama, B&H). Nikon is offering a white, blue, orange, pink floral and tropical variations, but U.S. customers are limited to the white model.

Press release:

The New CoolPix W150 – The Waterproof and Shockproof Camera the Whole Family Can Enjoy

From beach vacations and pool-side getaways, to hiking trips and camping expeditions, the family- friendly COOLPIX W150 was made to capture one-of-a-kind moments on every adventure

MELVILLE, NY (August 14, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. EDT) – Today, Nikon Inc. announced the U.S. retail availability of the COOLPIX W150, the latest rugged yet family-friendly compact digital camera. Thanks to being both waterproof and shockproof, the COOLPIX W150 allows users to easily capture and share unforgettable moments on every adventure, vacation or get-together. The W150 boasts an extremely easy-to-use design, sharp image quality and variety of unique scene modes, making it a great travel camera for the whole family.

With a 13.2-megapixel image sensor, 3x optical zoom and full HD video recording, the COOLPIX W150 offers the flexibility to easily capture both stunning still images and Full HD videos, wherever life takes a person. Even those who have never used a camera will immediately be comfortable snapping shots due to the simple menu system, 2.7-inch 230-k dot LCD screen and Target Finding autofocus, which allows for easy detection and focus on the primary subject.

Built to capture memories, the COOLPIX W150 is waterproof up to 10m (33 feet), shockproof from 1.8m (6 feet) and freezeproof up to -10°C (14°F). Additionally, the COOLPIX W150 is equipped with a variety of scene modes and editing functions, allowing users to explore their creativity and create fantastic photos, even underwater. Users can also seamlessly upload to their phone wirelessly for sharing, all with the Nikon SnapBridge app.

Price and Availability

The COOLPIX W150 in white will be available in the U.S. in early September 2019 at a suggested retail price (SRP)* of $ 169.95. For more information on the latest Nikon products, including the new COOLPIX W150, please visit www.nikonusa.com.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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Nikon announces COOLPIX W150 kid-friendly waterproof digital camera

24 Apr

Nikon has announced the COOLPIX W150, a colorful and rugged point-and-shoot digital camera that’s shockproof from drops up to 1.8m (5.9ft), waterproof down to 10m (33ft), dustproof and coldproof down to -10C (14F). The new model features a 13-megapixel sensor and a 3x optical zoom NIKKOR lens, Target Finding AF, multiple scene modes and support for recording Full HD videos with stereo audio.

Nikon has positioned the W150 as a digital camera suitable for both adults and children; the camera maker utilized a modified user interface that is simple enough for first-time users to navigate. The camera supports SnapBridge for automatically transferring images from the camera to an Android or iOS device.

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The W150 includes a few unique scene modes, including ‘underwater face framing,’ ‘add clarity underwater,’ ‘picture-in-picture’ and ‘add little planet effect.’ Other features include image lock, Smile Timer, Exchange Messages for adding voice messages to photos and a grading function for rating images and videos.

The Nikon W150 will be available in white, orange, blue, flower and resort color and pattern options. Nikon hasn’t made any mention of pricing or availability yet.

Press release:

Nikon releases the COOLPIX W150 compact digital camera

A waterproof and shockproof camera with a wide variety of scene modes and editing functions to offer users an enjoyable shooting experience

TOKYO – April 23, 2019 – Nikon Corporation (Nikon) is pleased to announce the release of the COOLPIX W150, a compact digital camera that offers superior water- and shock-proofing.

The COOLPIX W150 is a highly water-, shock-, cold- and dust-proof camera that supports shooting in a wide variety of situations, including capturing leisure activities at the pool or beach. A compact, rounded design makes it easy to handle for both children and adults alike. The addition of new and appealing color options and patterns to the camera body will make shooting leisure activities even more enjoyable.

The camera offers an effective pixel count of 13.2 million*1 pixels, and is equipped with a 3x optical zoom NIKKOR lens. It is also equipped with functions that make recording photos and movies with superior image and picture quality fun and easy for anyone. These include the Target Finding AF*2function, where the camera detects and focuses on the primary subject, and a function for recording Full HD movies*3 with stereo sound.

It also offers a variety of scene modes*4 and editing functions that allow users to capture memories and experiences in impressive photos. The variety of scene modes and effects allow users to explore unique possibilities and share these photos and movies with their loved ones.

Its compatibility with SnapBridge allows photos taken with the camera to be automatically downloaded*5 to a smart device*6 for easy sharing of high-quality photos.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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