Nikon Coolpix P520 Review

The Nikon Coolpix P520 boasts the most powerful lens in Coolpix camera yet, incorporating a 42x optical zoom lens which provides an effective focal range of 24-1000mm. How does the rest of the camera weigh up? Find out in our full Nikon Coolpix P520 review

Product Overview

Overall rating:

87%

Nikon Coolpix P520

Overall score:87%
Value:95%
Performance:85%
Image Quality:85%
Design:85%
Features:80%

Pros:

  • GPS system can work well (if tended to), excellent LCD, price, overall image quality

Cons:

  • GPS can deliver erroneous results (and sometimes none at all), build quality

Product:

Nikon Coolpix P520 Review

Manufacturer:

Price as reviewed:

£339.00

Sample Image Gallery

These are just a small selection of sample images taken on the Nikon Coolpix P520. For the full range, head on over to the Nikon Coolpix P520 sample image gallery.

Nikon COOLPIX P520 sample image 1

1/100 sec @ f/4.1, ISO 100, AWB
100mm focal length in 35mm equivalent terms

Nikon COOLPIX P520 sample image 2

1/125 sec @ f/4.5, ISO 280, AWB
170mm focal length in 35mm equivalent terms

Nikon COOLPIX P520 sample image 3

1/30 sec @ f/3.1, ISO 400, AWB
28mm focal length in 35mm equivalent terms

Nikon COOLPIX P520 sample image 4

1/80 sec @ f/3.9, ISO 400, AWB
75mm focal length in 35mm equivalent terms

Nikon COOLPIX P520 sample image 5

1/200 sec @ f/4.8, ISO 400, AWB
300mm focal length in 35mm equivalent terms

Details

Sample Photos: See sample image gallery
White Balance:CloudyDaylightFlashFluorescentIncandescentPreset ManualAuto 1Auto 2
Video:1920x1080p
Memory Card:SD memory cardSDHC memory cardSDXC memory card
Sensor:1/2.3in type, 18.1MP
LCD:3.2in LCD, 921k dots
Metering System:MatrixCenter-weightedSpot
Exposure Modes:Programmed Auto
Connectivity:Wi-Fi
Flash Modes:built in flash
Power:One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied)AC Adapter EH-69P and plug adapter (supplied)
Weight:550g (including battery and card)
ISO Range:80-3200 (exp. to ISO 12,800 equivalent)
Lens:24-1000mm f/3-5.9
Dimensions:125.2 x 101.6 x 84.1mm
Shutter Speeds:8-1/4000sec
File Formats:DCFEXIF 2.3DPOF and MPF compliant
  1. 1. Introduction
  2. 2. Design
  3. 3. Performance
  4. 4. Image Quality
  5. 5. Verdict
  6. 6. Sample Image Gallery
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