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The Nikon Coolpix P5100 is one of those digital cameras that help bridge the divide between photography enthusiasts and occasional point-and-shoot shutterbugs. This camera is simple enough for the average user while still providing features that veteran photographers will appreciate. It’s perfect for those who want to make photography a hobby or those who simply want a reliable camera for vacations. The Nikon Coolpix P5100 comes with an impressive resolution. The camera takes up to 12 Megapixel photographs, which is more resolution than many of the competitors. It also has one of the highest amounts of internal memory. The 52 MB of memory can even make memory cards unnecessary for situations where you’ll only need to take a few photos. The camera also has a nice, 2.5 inch display screen that makes it easy to view photos. The experts appreciated the solid construction and feel of the camera, and they also rated the Nikon Coolpix P5100’s image quality as top-notch. Consumers also liked the image quality, though a few of them commented that the camera suffered from shutter lag more than competitor’s cameras. If you want the best qualities of both DSLR and point-and-shoot cameras, the Nikon Coolpix P5100 will not disappoint. It’s one of the top choices when it comes to digital cameras.

I recommend that any casual snapshooter consider the Nikon P5100, keeping in mind the caveats described above....

I love this camera. My guess is you'll love it too, at least if your needs are similar to mine:I cut my teeth on a Pentax Spotmatic in the 1970s, and appreciate the flexibility of manual controls. Point-&-Shoot digital cameras are small and light, but...
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