Nikon COOLPIX P3 Point & Shoot Camera
The Nikon Coolpix P3 is a 8MP 1/1.8 inch compact camera — known for its 8MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor and Optical Image Stabilization. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon COOLPIX P3 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Nikon Coolpix P3
Key Features — Nikon Coolpix P3
8MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor: A larger-than-typical compact sensor format that captures more light and detail compared to smaller point-and-shoot sensors of the era.
Optical Image Stabilization: Lens-based OIS reduces the effect of camera shake during handheld shooting, helping produce sharper images in lower light.
Built-In Wi-Fi: Allows wireless image transfer to compatible devices — a notably forward-thinking feature for a compact camera of this period.
Aluminum Body Construction: Lightweight yet solid aluminum chassis weighs just 170g and measures 92 x 61 x 31mm, making it genuinely pocketable.
2.5-Inch LCD Display: Rear LCD screen handles framing and image review without the need for a separate optical viewfinder.
ISO 50–400 Range: A low base ISO of 50 gives added exposure control in bright conditions, while ISO 400 extends usability in dimmer environments.
Camera Specifications — Nikon Coolpix P3
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.8 inch |
| Resolution | 8MP |
| ISO Range | 50 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| Burst Rate | 1.5 fps |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
| Image Stabilization | Optical (OIS) |
| Display | 2.5 inch LCD |
| Storage Media | SD |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi |
Description — Nikon Coolpix P3
The Nikon COOLPIX P3 is a compact point-and-shoot camera built for portability and ease of use. Its 8MP sensor sits in a 1/1.8-inch format, and the whole package is wrapped in an aluminum body measuring 92 x 61 x 31mm and weighing just 170g — light enough to carry all day without notice. The 2.5-inch LCD handles both composition and playback, while Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) works to minimize blur from camera movement during handheld shots.
Sensitivity can be adjusted between ISO 50 and ISO 400, and the camera supports burst mode at 1.5fps for capturing sequences. Video recording runs at 30fps. On the connectivity front, the P3 offers Wi-Fi and USB, with SD card storage rounding out a practical feature set.
Power comes from an EN-EL5 Li-ion battery. Weather sealing is listed as None, so some care is warranted in adverse conditions.
Pros — Nikon Coolpix P3
- ✓Wi-Fi connectivity built in, enabling wireless image sharing — uncommon for cameras of this class
- ✓Optical image stabilization (OIS) helps reduce camera shake during handheld shooting
- ✓Compact aluminum body at just 170g and 92 x 61 x 31mm makes it genuinely portable
Cons — Nikon Coolpix P3
- ✗ISO tops out at 400, limiting flexibility in low-light environments
- ✗No weather sealing, so the camera needs protection in rain or dusty conditions
- ✗Burst rate of 1.5fps is quite modest for action or fast-moving subjects