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US PR

Today, Nikon Inc. announced the U.S. availability of the COOLPIX A1000 and COOLPIX B600, Nikon's newest high-power point-and-shoot cameras with exceptional zoom capabilities built-in. Designed for the everyday photographer who wants optical capabilities that far exceed a smartphone, the A1000 and B600 feature lenses with 35x and 60x zoom respectively, enabling users to capture high-quality images across a wide range of shooting scenarios.

"Customers looking for a compact camera are seeking features smartphones simply cannot deliver, including amazing zoom and the low-light capabilities to capture the moments that matter most," said Jay Vannatter, Executive Vice President, Nikon Inc. "The COOLPIX A1000 and COOLPIX B600 are the ideal tools to deliver just that, by providing the photo, video and optical power that users need to take their photography to the next level."

The COOLPIX A1000 -- Stylish, Portable, Powerful

The stylish COOLPIX A1000 delivers high-powered features packed within a sleek, compact design that fits comfortably in a pocket -- ideal for a fast-paced, on-the-go lifestyle. Designed with a 35x optical zoom lens that covers a versatile focal range that begins at the wide-angle 24mm^1^ equivalent and extends to the super-telephoto 840mm^1^ equivalent, the camera is versatile enough to handle everything from everyday events to a once-in-lifetime vacation.

Beyond stunning imagery, the COOLPIX A1000 is also designed to capture dazzling 4K UHD videos of life's treasured moments and epic adventures.

Primary Features of the COOLPIX A1000:

• Superb 35x optical zoom NIKKOR lens that covers an expansive 24-840mm^1^range to capture anything from vast landscapes to distant subjects
• With Dynamic Fine Zoom, sharpness is preserved throughout the digital zoom range, which can be expanded up to 70x or a focal length equivalent to approximately 1680 mm (in 35mm [135] format)
• Macro close-up mode that allows users to enjoy macro photography when shooting as close as 1 cm (0.4 in.) to the lens at the maximum wide-angle position
• 16-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor with an ISO range of up to 6400 (when using P/S/A/M modes) enables beautiful images even after the sun sets
• 1166k-dot electronic eye-level viewfinder that aids in the framing process, enabling users to compose their shot even in bright light situations
• Capture uncompressed RAW (NRW) images for easier editing and post-processing using Capture NX-D, Nikon's RAW processing software, to create beautiful photographic works without compromising image quality
• Lens-shift vibration reduction (VR) function to produce sharp images, even without a tripod
• Record 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160) videos with full stereo sound and Hybrid VR functionality for smooth and steady footage
• Equipped with Nikon's Active D-Lighting function for enhanced photo quality in high-contrast scenarios, such as shooting backlit portraits. In addition, the Active D-Lighting function, which effectively reduces the loss of details in highlights and shadows in scenes exhibiting great contrast, can also be applied during movie recording
• 1036K-dot 3-inch tilting touchscreen display for easier image capture from challenging angles
• Snap Back Zoom and Side Zoom controls to comfortably adjust camera settings while using the viewfinder
• Five pre-set Creative Modes and 20 different image effects for photographers who want to enhance their images in-camera
• Built-in Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth connectivity that makes sharing high quality Nikon images easy when using the Nikon SnapBridge app and a compatible mobile device

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