COOLPIX 2000
May 29, 2002
TOKYO - Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the COOLPIX 2000 Digital Camera on May 29, 2002.
A compact digital still camera with 2.0 effective megapixels, the COOLPIX 2000 is the most accessible model of the COOLPIX digital camera lineup. The extremely easy-to-use COOLPIX 2000 is designed to offer digital novices an ideal introduction to digital photography.
The camera's core users are people who have found the prospect of digital photography intimidating, but have a keen interest in exploring the various applications it offers, such as printing, e-mailing, online photosharing, and more. Such users will find the COOLPIX 2000 an easy and enjoyable way to make the jump into the exciting world of digital imaging.
Featuring a 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens, with a 5.8-17.4mm (equivalent to 38-114mm in 35mm [135] camera format) focal range and 2.5x digital zoom, the Nikon COOLPIX 2000 delivers exceptional optical performance, and together with the 2.0 effective megapixels, ensures images with impressive color, contrast and clarity.
The simplified, ergonomic design of the COOLPIX 2000 makes it easier than ever to enjoy the benefits of digital photography. Auto mode is ideal for most photo-shooting situations. With the camera's 5 Scene Modes, even beginning digital photographers can shoot with the confidence that they will get optimal image results for a range of situations.
The Transfer function simplifies image data uploading, and the Small Picture function produces reduced-size pictures ideal for e-mailing or Web posting.
The COOLPIX 2000 comes with some essential accessories -- including an 8MB CompactFlash™ card, USB cable, video cable, four AA-type alkaline batteries and Nikon View 5 software. The optional LCD Hood HL-CP11 increases LCD monitor visibility when shooting in daylight.
With its simplicity of operation and array of features and accessories, the COOLPIX 2000 promises to show how easy and enjoyable Nikon digital photography can be.
- Note: Specifications, design, product name and standard accessories may differ by country or area.
Nikon COOLPIX 2000 Feature Highlights
- Simple and fun
- The COOLPIX 2000 is designed to make it easy for anyone to enjoy digital photography. The camera body is compact (approx. 108 x 69 x 38mm/4.3 x 2.7 x 1.5 in.) and lightweight (190 g/6.7 oz.), and the large Mode Dial and ergonomically arranged buttons make operation truly simple. The Transfer button enables one-touch data upload and the Small Picture function automatically creates a reduced-size picture for e-mail and Internet applications. The COOLPIX 2000 makes all aspects of digital photography easy and enjoyable.
- Great image quality
- The COOLPIX 2000 features a 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens with a focal range of 5.8-17.4mm (equivalent to 38-114mm in 35mm [135] camera format) to deliver sharp images of near or distant subjects. The camera's 2.0 effective megapixels deliver high-definition 1,632 x 1,224-pixel images with impressive clarity and expression. Furthermore, Nikon's proven advanced image-processing algorithm delivers remarkably authentic color reproduction.
- A variety of modes for satisfying results
- The COOLPIX 2000's Auto mode and 5 programmed Scene Modes make it easy to capture optimal image results for a wide variety of situations. Even a beginner can take great images simply by choosing the appropriate mode for the next picture. Continuous shooting mode enables users to take several consecutive full-sized images in just seconds, while Movie recording mode provides up to 20 seconds of recording time (without audio).
- Portrait
- Emphasizes a subject with natural skin tones against a soft, pleasing background.
- Party/Indoor
- Captures the details of dimly lit scenes. The Speedlight fires automatically in extremely low-light situations.
- Night Portrait
- Fires the built-in Speedlight to illuminate the subject but keeps the shutter open long enough to capture the background.
- Beach/Snow
- Vividly captures the brightness of subjects such as snowy fields, beaches, or sunlit expanses of water.
- Back Light
- Speedlight fires automatically to illuminate the shadows that cover a subject.
- Quick-and-easy image transfer
- The COOLPIX 2000's Transfer function enables easy one-touch data upload* via the USB cable. This automatically transfers selected pictures in the COOLPIX 2000 directly into the user's computer.
- *Requires Nikon View 5 software (supplied).
- Convenient e-mail image data transfer
- The Small Picture function automatically creates an image size ideal for e-mailing or Web posting.
- Quick image checking
- A simple press of the Quick Review button allows users to see their photos without having to switch between modes.
Nikon COOLPIX 2000 Major Features
- 3x Zoom Digital Camera featuring 2.0 effective megapixels
- 2.0 effective megapixels for 1,632 x 1,224-pixel images
- 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens with 5.8-17.4mm coverage (equivalent to 38-114mm in 35mm [135] camera format); digital zoom up to 2.5x magnification
- Nikon's advanced image-processing algorithm ensures faithful color reproduction
- Macro shooting capability as close as 4cm/ 1.6 in. with the convenient Best-Shot Selector (BSS) function
- AUTO Mode for point-and-shoot operation
- 5 Scene Modes -- choose from 5 different “scenes” (Portrait, Party/Indoor, Night Portrait, Beach/Snow, Back Light)
- Advanced, built-in 5-mode Speedlight
- Quick Review allows users to view captured images at the press of a button even while the camera is in shooting mode
- Transfer function enables automatic uploading of selected COOLPIX 2000 image data to a computer
- Small Picture function creates smaller size image data for e-mail attachment
- Versatile White Balance settings (including Auto White Balance)
- USB 1.1 interface for Plug-and-Play class
- Ergonomic and simple design features intuitive button layout for superb operability
- Compact and lightweight (190g/6.7oz.) body
- Bright, clear 1.5-in., 110,000-dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD monitor
- 60 minutes of battery life with four AA-type alkaline batteries (Ni-MH or NiCd can also be used)
- Comes with Strap, 8MB CompactFlash™ card, Video cable, USB cable, Four AA-type alkaline batteries, Nikon View 5 (COOLPIX) CD-ROM
- *Depending on the country or area, the battery and charger may not be included, but will be available as an option.
Nikon COOLPIX 2000 Specifications
| Type | Digital camera E2000 |
|---|---|
| Effective pixels | 2.0 million |
| CCD | 1/2.7-in. type (total pixel approx. 2.11 million) |
| Image size | Selectable from: 1,632 (1,632 x 1,224 pixels), 1,024 (1,024 x 768 pixels), 640 (640 x 480 pixels) |
| Image quality (approx.) | Fine: 1/4, Normal: 1/8, Basic: 1/16 |
| Lens | 3x Zoom-Nikkor; f=5.8-17.4mm (135 format equivalent to 38 - 114mm); Digital zoom: up to 2.5x |
| LCD monitor | 1.5-in; approx. 110,000-dot low-temp. polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment |
| Storage media | CompactFlash™ (CF) card Type I |
| Shooting modes | Auto, Scene (Portrait, Party/Indoor, Night Portrait, Beach/Snow, Back Light), Movie (up to 20 sec. of QVGA frames at 15 fps) |
| Shooting menu | Image Quality, Image Size, White Balance, Exposure Metering, Continuous, Best-Shot Selector, Exposure Compensation, Image Sharpening |
| Capture modes | Single, Continuous, Multi-shot 16 (16 frames) |
| Number of frames with 8MB CF card | Fine: approx. 8; Normal: approx. 16; Basic: approx. 39 |
| Computer interface | USB 1.1 |
| Built-in Speedlight | Shooting range: approx. 0.4 - 2.7m/1.3 - 8.9 ft. (W), approx. 0.4 - 1.3m/1.3 - 4.3 ft. (T); Sensor flash system; Flash modes: Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Anytime Flash, Flash Cancel, Slow Sync |
| Power requirements | Four AA-type alkaline, Ni-MH or NiCd batteries, AC Adapter EH-53 (optional) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 108 x 69 x 38mm/4.3 x 2.7 x 1.5 in. |
| Weight | Approx. 190g/6.7 oz. without batteries and CompactFlash™ card |
| Supplied accessories* | Strap, 8MB CF card, Video cable, USB cable, Four AA-type alkaline batteries, Nikon View 5 (COOLPIX) CD-ROM
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| Optional accessories | AC Adapter EH-53, Various size CompactFlash™, cards, Soft Carrying Case CS-CP12, LCD Hood HL-CP11 |
Nikon View 5 System Requirements
Macintosh
| OS | Mac® OS 9.0- 9.2 (only built-in USB ports supported), Mac® OS X (10.1.2 or later) |
|---|---|
| Models | iMac™, iMac DV, Power Macintosh® G3 (Blue/White), Power Mac™ G4 or later; iBook™, PowerBook® G3 or later (only built-in USB ports supported) |
| RAM | 32MB (64MB or more recommended) |
| Hard disk | 25MB required for installation, with additional free disk space of 10MB plus double the capacity of camera memory card available on start-up disk when Nikon View 5 is running |
| Display | 800 x 600 or better with thousands of colors (millions of colors recommended) |
| Others | CD-ROM drive required for installation |
Windows
| OS | Windows® 98SE (pre-installed model), Windows® Me (pre-installed model), Windows® 2000 (pre-installed model), Windows® XP (Home & Professional) |
|---|---|
| Models | Only models with built-in USB ports supported |
| CPU | 300MHz Pentium® or later |
| RAM | 64MB (128MB or more recommended) |
| Hard disk | 25MB required for installation, with additional free disk space of 10MB plus double the capacity of camera memory card available on system disk when Nikon View 5 is running |
| Display | 800 x 600 or better with High Color (True Color recommended) |
| Others | CD-ROM drive required for installation |
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- "Exif Print" is the industrial term for Exif 2.2, which is a newly established standard for Digital Still Camera Image File Format.
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- The information is current as of the date of publication. It is subject to change without notice.