Nikon adds more megapixel power to its popular 2200/3200 models
with the Coolpix 4100. Featuring the same stylish, comfortable grip, the compact
Coolpix 4100 has a 4-megapixel resolution as well as an internal 14.5 MB memory, which
enables you to shoot pictures when you've filled your SD memory card. Other features
include Nikon's exclusive one-touch red-eye fix (using the included PictureProject
software), 3x optical zoom lens, movie mode with audio, and 15 versatile scene modes
(for with Nikon's Scene Assist function).
Optics and Resolution
The Coolpix 4100 has a maximum resolution of 4 megapixels for 2288 x 1712 images--good
enough for print enlargements up to 20 x 30 inches. It also has three lower resolution
modes: 1600 x 1200 (2 MP), 1024 x 768 (SVGA), and 640 x 480 (VGA). The high-quality 3x
optical Zoom-Nikkor lens has a focal range of 5.8-17.4mm (35-105mm, 35mm photography
equivalent). The handy Macro mode can be used as close as 1.6 inches (4cm) so that
small objects can fill the frame.
Movie Mode
Capture video (without audio) at 15 frames per second (fps) at three different
settings: 640 x 480, 320 x 240, or 160 x 120 pixels. Movie length is only limited by
the amount of storage you have on hand (either internal memory or external memory
cards).
More Features
The exclusive Nikon In-Camera Red-Eye Fix function analyzes image data and corrects
typical instances of red-eye in less than 3 seconds. It's activated when the camera is
set to the red eye reduction flash mode, where a the typical pre-flash first minimizes
red eye effect. The camera then analyzes the picture using powerful image processing
and analysis technology, which is completely automatic and transparent.
The Coolpix 4100 features 15 specially programmed modes to automatically handle
focus, exposure, white balance and other adjustments that help you take great pictures
at the press of a button. Four scene modes (Portrait, Night Portrait, Landscape, and
Sports) come with Scene Assist, which offer a selection of easy framing assist options
to help you compose your pictures with the assistance of framing guides displayed in
the monitor.
Other features include:
- 1.6-inch, 80,000-pixel low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with 5-level brightness
adjustment
- Built-in flash with red-eye reduction, auto, anytime flash, flash cancel, and slow
sync modes
- Date Counter imprints the number of days to, or time since a specified occasion
- Playback options include Full frame playback, Zoom to 10x maximum with photo
trimming, and a Small picture function
- Noise Reduction automatically reduces noise to ensure faithful color reproduction
in some scene modes
- Best Shot Selector (BSS) takes a series of shots, then automatically picks and
records the clearest one
- Blur Warning function alerts users of shots compromised by camera shake, giving
you the choice to record them or not
- AF assist illuminator makes focus easier when shooting in darker situations
Printing
The Coolpix 4100 is PictBridge compatible, which enables you to transfer pictures from
your digital camera to your printer, without a PC or image-editing software. All
PictBridge devices share three basic features: camera-to-printer connecting,
single-image printing, and uniform error messages (in case something goes wrong)
Storage and Transfer
In addition to storing images in the built-in 14.5 MB memory, the Coolpix 4100 is also
compatible with Secure Digital (SD) and MultiMedia (MMC) memory cards. It transfers
images to Macs and Windows-based PCs via a USB 1.1 connection.
Power and Size
The camera is powered by 2 AA batteries (alkaline included; NiMH rechargeables
recommended). It measures 3.5 x 2.6 x 1.5 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 4.9 ounces without
battery or recording media.