Nikon COOLPIX 800 Point & Shoot Camera
The Nikon Coolpix 800 is a 2MP 1/2 inch compact camera — known for its 2MP 1/2-Inch Sensor and Optical Tunnel Viewfinder. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Nikon COOLPIX 800 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Nikon Coolpix 800
Key Features — Nikon Coolpix 800
2MP 1/2-Inch Sensor: Captures images at up to 1600x1200 pixels, typical of early 2000s compact digital cameras.
Optical Tunnel Viewfinder: Provides an alternative to the LCD for composing shots, useful in bright outdoor conditions.
1.8-Inch TFT LCD: 112,000-dot rear display allows for image framing and playback review in the field.
Five Built-In Flash Modes: Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow, and Off modes cover a range of common shooting situations.
CompactFlash Storage: Uses CF cards for image storage, a format common to digital cameras of this era.
Four AA Battery Power: Runs on readily available AA batteries, with NiMH cells recommended for improved performance over alkaline.
Camera Specifications — Nikon Coolpix 800
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Beginner-Friendly |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2 inch |
| Resolution | 2MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 1 point |
| Max Photo Resolution | 1600x1200 |
| Burst Rate | 1.5 fps |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 1.8 inches TFT LCD |
| Display Resolution | 112,000 dots |
Description — Nikon Coolpix 800
The Nikon COOLPIX 800 is a point-and-shoot compact camera centered on a 2MP, 1/2-inch sensor with a maximum capture resolution of 1600x1200 pixels. Its ISO sensitivity spans 100 to 400, and five color profile modes — Standard, Contrast+, Contrast-, Lighten, and Darken — give users meaningful control over the look of their images in-camera. The optical tunnel viewfinder and 1.8-inch, 112,000-dot TFT LCD offer two options for composing shots.
The built-in flash supports Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow, and Off modes, while a burst mode at 1.5 fps enables sequential captures. Storage is handled via CompactFlash media. The aluminum/plastic body measures 119 x 69 x 61 mm and weighs 360g.
Four AA batteries (NiMH recommended) power the camera, rated at approximately 120 shots on alkaline cells. There is no image stabilization, and the camera lacks Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity.
Pros — Nikon Coolpix 800
- ✓Five color profile options (Standard, Contrast+, Contrast-, Lighten, Darken) offer in-camera image customization
- ✓Built-in flash with five modes — Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow, and Off — covers a range of lighting needs
- ✓1.8-inch TFT LCD display at 112,000 dots provides a usable rear screen for framing and review
Cons — Nikon Coolpix 800
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital — is present
- ✗Maximum 2MP sensor resolution at 1600x1200 is very limited by modern standards
- ✗No Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or USB connectivity makes transferring images cumbersome
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