A great camera for nights out (Nikon Coolpix 5600)

Member Name: spykey_uk

Product:	Nikon Coolpix 5600
Date:	02/12/08 (72 review reads)
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Advantages: Sleek, compact, great features, nice price

Disadvantages: Not for the serious photographer

This camera looks very sleek and stylish, and is the perfect size for slipping into a pocket or handbag for a night out. It is around £60-70 at the moment, which is excellent value for money given the quality of the camera.

It has 5.1 megapixels and a 3x optical zoom, and even has a red-eye reduction feature. It is very easy to operate, and has a big screen on the back where you can view the photo, or the traditional small eye piece for those who like to take photos the old fashioned way.

The controls are really easy to use and there are seven settings for taking photos. These are automatic (where the camera chooses the best settings for the light), portrait, movement, scenery, a set up stage, landscape, and night-time. The zoom is really easy to operate, and there is even an extra zoom, where the pictures sometimes become a little blurry but it does get very close!

I would definitely recommend this camera to someone who wants a camera for nights out and events etc, as it is very compact, allowing it to be packed easily. Probably not one for the serious photographer though.

Summary: A nice cheap camera that does what it says on the tin

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