Nikon COOLPIX 880 Point & Shoot Camera
The Nikon Coolpix 880 is a 3MP 1/1.8 inch compact camera — with 640x480 video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon COOLPIX 880 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Nikon Coolpix 880
Key Features — Nikon Coolpix 880
3MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor: Captures images at up to 2048x1536 pixels, typical of early 2000s consumer digital cameras at this price tier.
5-Point Contrast AF: Contrast detection autofocus with 5 selectable points gives users structured control over focus placement.
Optical Viewfinder: Traditional optical viewfinder offers an alternative to the LCD for composing shots, useful in bright outdoor light.
1.8-Inch Fixed LCD: 110,000-dot rear display is used for image review and composition in typical shooting conditions.
CompactFlash Storage: Uses CF cards for image storage, a common format of the era that is still readable with widely available card readers.
Dual Battery Options: Accepts either a 2CR5 lithium disposable or the EN-EL1 rechargeable battery, with approximately 120 shots per charge.
Camera Specifications — Nikon Coolpix 880
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.8 inch |
| Resolution | 3MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 5 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2048x1536 |
| Burst Rate | 1.5 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 640x480 |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 1.8 inches Fixed LCD |
Description — Nikon Coolpix 880
The Nikon COOLPIX 880 is a compact point-and-shoot camera built around a 1/1.8-inch sensor with 3MP resolution, capable of capturing images at up to 2048x1536 pixels. Its autofocus system uses contrast detection across 5 focus points, giving shooters structured control over focus placement. The ISO range spans 100 to 400, and when the moment calls for it, the burst mode can fire at 1.5 frames per second.
On the back, a 1.8-inch fixed LCD with 110,000 dots handles image review, with an optical viewfinder available as an alternative. The built-in pop-up flash covers basic low-light needs. Storage runs on CompactFlash media, and the camera connects via USB for file transfers.
Power is supplied by a 2CR5 lithium or EN-EL1 rechargeable battery, rated at approximately 120 shots with the LCD active. The body is plastic with metal accents, measuring 100 x 75 x 53 mm and weighing 325g, with no weather sealing. Video recording is supported up to 640x480 resolution.
Pros — Nikon Coolpix 880
- ✓1/1.8-inch sensor with 3MP resolution delivers a maximum image size of 2048x1536 pixels
- ✓5-point contrast detection autofocus system provides structured focus control for a point-and-shoot
- ✓Dual power options — 2CR5 lithium or EN-EL1 rechargeable battery — offer flexibility in the field
Cons — Nikon Coolpix 880
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither optical nor digital — which may impact sharpness in lower light
- ✗ISO tops out at 400, limiting shooting options in darker environments
- ✗1.8-inch LCD at 110,000 dots is small and low-resolution by modern standards
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