The stability you've been craving
No one alive has a perfectly steady hand. Usually, the minute movements of our hands aren't an issue. But sometimes, like when trying to take certain pictures, even the slightest twitch of a finger can ruin an otherwise perfect shot. To make sure you capture those shots, the Nikon COOLPIX L22 is equipped with a 3-way VR image stabilization system. This system includes electronic vibration reduction, so that your minor movements don't result in a blurred print. But the camera's movement isn't the only potential cause of blur in your shots. Motion in front of the lens can also lead to unclear results. The L22 detects motion and adjusts the shutter speed and ISO setting accordingly so that you get a clear picture no matter how fast the action you're photographing is. Finally, Nikon's original Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically takes up to 10 shots when the shutter is pressed and saves the best image. With the help of these three features, you'll get a great, clear shot every time you press the shutter of the Nikon L22.
Face the facts
While they're not the only subject you photograph, people are definitely one of your common subjects, and one of the most difficult to capture correctly. But getting good shots of your friends is essential; if you take a poor pic of your pal, next thing you know, he's untagging himself from the picture when you put it on Facebook. So Nikon wants to help you get good people pictures. Their COOLPIX L22 camera is equipped with what they call their Smart Portrait System to help you get top-quality photos of human subjects. For starters, a Smart Portrait Mode ensures that you always capture the picture while the subject is smiling. A Blink Warning lets you know when the person you're photographing might have blinked so you can re-take the picture. In-Camera Red-Eye fix automatically removes red-eye from your friends so you don't have to go back and edit it out on the computer later. Finally, Face-Priority AF finds up to 12 faces in your picture and adjust the focus so that those faces come out looking as great as they do in real life. So now, instead of untagging themself, your friend might just decide to use the photo you snapped of them as their profile picture.
The bottom line
This Smart Portrait system and image stabilization system are far from the only cool features of the L22, though. But it's got plenty of other neat extras you'll be sure to love, like 16 different scene modes, macro shooting up to 2" with clarity, and 5 different color effects for your pictures. It also has an Easy Auto mode with a Scene Auto Selector, and you can view all this on an awesome 3" screen. It even shoots video! But the best feature of this camera is the price. Costing well under $150, this Nikon offers you an incredible value. Get it before it's gone!
Included with purchase
The following items are included with the purchase of the Nikon COOLPIX L22 digital camera: L22 camera body, 2 AA alkaline batteries, USB cable, Strap (AN-CP19), and Software Suite CD-ROM.
COOLPIX L22 (February 27, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Srinivasa D. - Simi Valley, CA
Easy to use , need battery good camera for the price...
NIKON COOLPIX (February 07, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Donald B. - Silver Cliff,, CO
I am extremely happy with my purchase os the Nikon CoolpixL22.
Nikon Coolpix L22 (June 02, 2010)
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Reviewed By: Ila I. - Columbia, MO
I just received my new camera and am very pleased so far. I got it to replace my Nikon that my grand daughter got a hold of. This one seems so much clearer and the has a larger zoom feature.
Nikon Coolpix L22 (May 24, 2010)
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Reviewed By: Lewis H. Shoemaker - Quarryville, PN
Great camera, easy to use, takes great pictures
Value of money (May 19, 2010)
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Reviewed By: Anurag - OLDSMAR, FL
It is good camera and easy to use. In day light the photograph is very good but little noisy in low light.
The auto setting is good. Like L20 it is also good point to shoot camera with little user interaction.
On this price tag its worth.
nikon coolpix L22 (March 15, 2010)
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Reviewed By: diane m. - east setauket, NY
Love this camera - very easy to use for a beginner like me. Nice big screen. Loike it better than the SONY I had.
Comparison Specifications
- Effective pixels: 12.0 million
- 19MB internal memory; SD/SDHC card slot
- 3.6x optical zoom power
- 16 scene modes
- 640 x 480, 30fps video recording with sound
- 3.0" LCD viewscreen (approximately 230,000 pixels)
- Hi-speed USB interface
Additional Specifications
- NIKKOR glass lens
- Easy Auto Mode with Scene Auto Selector
- 3-way VR Image Stabilization System
- Electronic VR Image Stabilization
- Motion detection
- Best Shot Selector automatically takes up to 10 shots when shutter is pressed and saves the best
- Automatic ISO selection from 80 to 1600
- Smart Portrait System with Smart Portrait Mode to capture smiles
- Blink Warning
- In-Camera Red-Eye Fix
Manufacturer Specifications
- Face-Priority AF for up to 12 faces
- Uses 2 AA batteries
- Macro shooting keeps shot focused as close as 2"
- 5 color options for special filter effects
- EXPEED image processing
- 1/2.3" CCD image sensor
- Blue finish
Dimensional Specifications
- Dimensions: 3.9" W x 2.4" H x 1.2" D
- Weight: 6.5 oz (with included AA batteries and optional memory card)
Nikon COOLPIX L22 Warranty Details
1-year limited manufacturer's warranty
