Nikon COOLPIX 100 Point & Shoot Camera
The Nikon Coolpix 100 is a 0.3MP 1/3 inch compact camera — known for its 0.3MP 1/3-Inch Sensor and Fixed ISO 100. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon COOLPIX 100 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Nikon Coolpix 100
Key Features — Nikon Coolpix 100
0.3MP 1/3-Inch Sensor: Captures images at 640x480 pixel resolution, suited to basic digital photography and early-era digital output needs.
Fixed ISO 100: Exposure sensitivity is locked at ISO 100, optimized for shooting in bright, well-lit conditions.
Manual Focus Only: No autofocus system is present, keeping operation straightforward with no AF settings to configure.
Built-In Flash: Supports Auto, On, Off, and Red-Eye Reduction modes to handle a range of basic indoor and outdoor lighting situations.
Optical Viewfinder: Provides a direct optical view for composing shots without relying solely on a screen.
4x AA Battery Power: Runs on standard AA batteries, making it easy to replace power in the field without a proprietary charger or battery pack.
Camera Specifications — Nikon Coolpix 100
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/3 inch |
| Resolution | 0.3MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 100 |
| AF System | Manual Focus Only |
| Max Photo Resolution | 640x480 |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | Basic LCD (status only) |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| Storage Media | Internal Storage |
| Battery | 4x AA batteries |
| Weather Sealing | None |
Description — Nikon Coolpix 100
The Nikon COOLPIX 100 is a compact point-and-shoot camera built around a 1/3-inch sensor delivering a maximum resolution of 640x480 pixels at 0.3MP. Designed for straightforward still photography, it operates with a manual focus-only system and a fixed ISO of 100, keeping its feature set simple and approachable. A built-in flash offers four modes — Auto, On, Off, and Red-Eye Reduction — to assist in varied lighting conditions.
The camera stores images on internal storage and is framed through an optical viewfinder. Power comes from 4x AA batteries, a practical choice that avoids reliance on proprietary cells. The body measures 60 x 155 x 35 mm and weighs 200g, making it a genuinely portable option.
There is no image stabilization, no wireless connectivity, and no video recording data available. The COOLPIX 100 is a no-frills digital camera suited to basic still image capture in its intended use case.
Pros — Nikon Coolpix 100
- ✓Lightweight at 200g body weight, making it easy to carry
- ✓Built-in flash supports four modes: Auto, On, Off, and Red-Eye Reduction
- ✓Powered by readily available 4x AA batteries — no proprietary battery needed
Cons — Nikon Coolpix 100
- ✗Maximum image resolution of only 640x480 pixels at 0.3MP is extremely limited
- ✗ISO is fixed at 100 with no ability to adjust sensitivity
- ✗No image stabilization of any type — optical, in-body, or digital