Nikon Coolpix P7100

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 26 expert reviews

Excellent:

10
Good:

11
Average:

4
Bad:

1

Pros:

Improved all-around operational speed.
Very good image quality with very good corner sharpness.
Optical image stabilization.

Cons:

Chunky camera design could use slimmer ergonomics.
Camera still looks too much like the Canon G12.

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Last revision on August 28, 2013

Reviewers Liked

Improved all-around operational speed
Very good image quality with very good corner sharpness
Optical image stabilization
Handy Quick Dial is much quicker to use than previous model
Generous 7.1x zoom range for its class
Slightly improved ergonomics
Excellent image quality and deep imaging controls
Superb low light video
Full manual controls and RAW shooting
Tilting high resolution LCD and optical viewfinder
Long optical zoom range for its class
Lots of physical controls
Tilting LCD
Optical viewfinder
Raw shooting support
Hot shoe
Large variangle LCD screen
Improved Raw capture speeds
Great image quality

Reviewers Didn't Like

Chunky camera design could use slimmer ergonomics
Camera still looks too much like the Canon G12
No full 1080p HD video available in movie mode
While the camera is faster to use overall and an improvement over its predecessor
Complex controls and features can be intimidating
Maximum video resolution of 720p
Slow shot to shot times
Bulky
Expensive
HD video limited to 720p24
Some performance and control quirks
High pricetag

Expert reviews and ratings

The Nikon Coolpix P7100 and cameras like it represent a quirky in-between-breed — even more so than the mirrorless, interchangeable lens models taking over the market. You're buying a point and shoot without the convenience of fitting it in...

By Digital Trends on June 20, 2012

100

Nikon have sensibly retained all the best features of the P7000 and made sensible improvements to processing times, added a more flexible monitor and some extra effects, plus increased customised settings and rapid change options....

By itreviews.com on December 28, 2011

That said, the price tag on this camera will by itself exclude most happy snappers, but you do get what you pay for, as the Nikon Coolpix P7100 has no major flaws and delivers very satisfying images. With the PowerShot G12 over a year old now, the...

By theregister.co.uk on December 23, 2011

A welcome refinement to the P7000 and a pleasure to use, but the sensor isn't up to current standards at this price...

By Expert Reviews on December 12, 2011

The P7100 performed well in our Lab tests. It was able to start up and grab a shot in about 1.6 seconds, there was a 0.9-second wait time between shots, and the camera recorded a mere 0.1 second on shutter lag tests. It bested our Editors’ Choice...

By TechReviewSource on December 08, 2011

While it's too large to fit inside a pocket, the P7100 provides all of the functionality and quality that you could need. It's a shame that its performance is not class beating, otherwise it would easily make a great companion to an SLR or...

By CNET Australia on December 05, 2011

Best suited to existing Nikon DSLR users, the brick-like Coolpix P7100 ‘compact’ offers similar heft and control set, including the ability to shoot top quality Raw files alongside humble JPEG. Following on from the P7000 this 10.1 megapixel...

By T3 Magazine on December 01, 2011

Not only is the Nikon P7100 the equal of the current Canon PowerShot G12, in many ways it's superior. For a start it's cheaper, offers a wider focal range, while the LCD monitor is larger and sharper too. Of course it's not perfect; the 720p...

By Trusted Reviews on November 30, 2011

The Nikon Coolpix P7100 is available in India at a street price of Rs. 20,000. This camera is a delight to use for amateurs, professionals, as well as enthusiast level photographers. The ability to tinker around with all the settings allows one to...

By Tech2 on November 24, 2011

The Nikon CoolPix P7100 is a decent-quality expert compact. It has been nicely designed, built with quality and has a versatile zoom lens with an excellent macro mode. On the whole, the small-format CCD takes nice pictures but struggles with higher...

By DigitalVersus on November 08, 2011

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