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Nikon COOLPIX L2

6.0 megapixels, first seen: 22 March 2006

Information found in: from 58 sources in 26 countries.

Best Price: 85.19 USD

  • User Score (106)
    7.7 7.7 from 106 reviewers
  • Expert Score (13)
    6.3 6.3 from 13 reviewers
  • Design (6)
    6.1 6.1 from 6 reviewers
  • Value for money (12)
    5.3 5.3 from 12 reviewers
  • Features (15)
    5.6 5.6 from 15 reviewers
  • Ease of use (21)
    6.5 6.5 from 21 reviewers
  • Performance (14)
    5.4 5.4 from 14 reviewers
  • Picture quality (23)
    5.9 5.9 from 23 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • sharp pictures, in camera guide, great size, simple controls, great image capturing
  • iso 200 max, fuzzy lcd, no view finder, flash offers limited range, extremely limited image options

Behind the smooth, elegant design of the COOLPIX L2 is a range of sophisticated features designed to preserve the moment perfectly. With a generous 6 megapixel resolution, this camera delivers instantly recognizable quality. The 3x optical Zoom-Nikkor lens puts everything from group portraits to expansive landscapes within easy reach and the bright 2.0-inch LCD monitor simplifies composition and playback, leaving you free to enjoy your special moments. 15 different Sc…

The Nikon Coolpix L2 is a great digital camera choice for anyone that is looking for a camera which has the ability to take good pictures. This is one of the things that CNET likes the most about the camera. According to CNET, even though the LCD on this camera is smaller than that of most, you can still view bright images on the camera majority of the time. They also found the image quality of photos produced from this camera to be extremely good.

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The Nikon Coolpix L2 is a great digital camera choice for anyone that is looking for a camera which has the ability to take good pictures. This is one of the things that CNET likes the most about the camera. According to CNET, even though the LCD on this camera is smaller than that of most, you can still view bright images on the camera majority of the time. They also found the image quality of photos produced from this camera to be extremely good.

Some of the things that Cameras loved about the Nikon Coolpix L2 include the fact that the build of the Nikon Coolpix L2 is sturdy and that the features which it contains are very easy to use. One thing which Cameras disagreed about with CNET is the image quality of the images which it produces. While CNET thought that the image quality was pretty good most of the time, Cameras was very disappointed in the image quality of the Nikon Coolpix L2. They do feel that this camera has the ability to produce good photos, however. While the quality of the images which were taken in outdoor environments or in settings which had a lot of light were pretty good overall, unfortunately, the pictures that were taken in low light settings could have been improved greatly. One of the main things which they actually liked about the camera is the fact that it does have a nice style. So overall, it is safe to say that if you are looking for a camera which has the ability to take good pictures and is also easy to use, the Nikon Coolpix L2 is an excellent choice for you. The Nikon Coolpix L2 is definitely an ideal digital camera for anyone who is looking for a beginner’s camera.

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Reviews of Nikon COOLPIX L2

  1. Reviewer: Cameras
    16 July 2006
    Overall 7
    7.1
    Value for money 6
    6.0
    Features 6
    6.0
    Ease of use 9
    9.0
    Picture quality 6
    6.0
     

    "The Nikon Coolpix L2 looks good and I like the build quality of this camera. It is certainly a step ahead of many similar models. Picture quality is mixed though and I feel there are other six megapixel, point and shoot models offering better value for money." Read more

  2. Nikon Coolpix L2

    Reviewer: Neo Camera
    7 April 2007
    Overall 3
    2.5
     

    Clearly, Nikon has cut too many corners with the Coolpix L2. The lens, which delivers good sharpness, is betrayed by strong barrel distortion at wide-angle and a very narrow aperture (F5.3) at telephoto. Combined with a maximum ISO of 200, even this camera's typical 3X optical zoom has limited usability. This camera also lacks control over ISO sensitivity. This is a serious limitation which means the camera chooses the quality of images rather than the user. Given its... Read more

  3. Reviewer: DPexpert
    21 May 2009

    Nikon is one of the proudest names in the camera business, with a range of DSLRs second to none. So we are perplexed. The Coolpix L20 is not a camera to enhance their reputation. It feels insubstantial and cheap. It is lacking in features, such as image stabilisation, that other makers fit into their cheaper cameras. And the wretched LCD makes it almost unusable. For a few dollars more buy the lovely little Canon Ixus 80is. Read more

  4. Reviewer: MacUser
    28 January 2007
    Overall 4
    4.0
     

    Ultimately, with the Coolpix L2, Nikon has produced a competent, middle-of-the-road consumer camera, but one that fails to excite Read more

  5. Nikon Coolpix L2 Review

    Reviewer: CNET
    9 June 2006
    Overall 6
    6.0
     

    The no-frills Nikon Coolpix L2 is slow, but its image quality is excellent for its class Read more

  1. Junk

    Reviewer: Wayne Casciola, TheOfficeGuide
    29 October 2009
    Overall 5
    4.5
     

    This camera sucks! The screen died after 10 months. It requires surgeon's hands for the image to come out ok. My daughter hates it. It takes good video. Go for Canon S20 and above instead. Read more

  2. YES and YES and YES!

    Reviewer: Andris Goncarovs, Amazon
    17 December 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    LOVE MY CAMERA!!!!!!!!!!!! Pros: Sleek looking Thin Made by Nikon so you know your getting good stuff 6.0 megapixel makes beautiful prints Lots of modes: Has a great close up mode Cheap: Got mine for $60 Cons: A little slow taking the picture. I would say that it takes about second of holding down the button to start the process The screen goes black for a few seconds after there is a flash then there is no autopreview It drains AA batteries(Should get rechargeable) This... Read more

  3. Excellent small camera.

    Reviewer: Amazon
    26 October 2009
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    This review is from: Nikon Coolpix L2 Digital Compact Camera (Grey) [6mp, 3 x optical zoom] (Electronics) I have been using one of these little cameras for a while now, and I have been pleasantly surprised by what a 6Mp camera can do. It is a small camera, but handles very well. The controls are easy to see and operate, and the menus are laid out in a logical and easy to understand way. The 3 position mode switch takes you through 'still image', 'scene' and 'movie'. You... Read more

  4. The Best Camera

    Reviewer: DealTime UK
    10 June 2010
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    The Nikon COOLPIX L20 digital Camera is the best everyone should have one! I bought mine at Wal*Mart. I love that this camera has a big screen so when you take a picture you can see it without having to squint! But i hate when sometimes it takes a long time to take the picture. Read more

  5. Reviewer: CNET
    22 January 2007
    Overall 10
    10
     

    A great camera. I got mine discounted at £110, and the pictures that it takes are amazing. Scene assist works really well and D-Lighting is very handy. RECOMMENDED! Read more

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