The new Nikon Coolpix cameras have started shipping. It is indeed a family affair. It may be awhile before all the Nikon Digital Cameras ship but we are seeing some now. There are new and exciting colors (I’m excited, are you excited?) and added features and larger and clearer LCD screens and, and, and…  O.K. I’ve caught my breath. All this excitement, I got a little dizzy.

Above is the new entry level models from Nikon Camera sales. The silver model is the L19, with 8 megapixels, a 2.7 inch screen and many new or upgraded features. Here are a few of Nikon’s bullet points.

• 3.6x Optical Zoom-NIKKOR Glass Lens NIKKOR optics provide exceptional pictures and gets you close to the action. The lens is built on a proud heritage of producing precision camera optics that deliver superb color and razor-sharp results.
• New EXPEED Image Processor ensures high-quality pictures with stunning color and sharpness. Nikon’s comprehensive digital imaging processing concept incorporates know-how and technologies accumulated throughout our long history of photographic and digital imaging development. EXPEED is custom-tuned for COOLPIX and applies optimized technologies to render natural-looking pictures of incredible quality and quick response so you will not miss that special moment.
• Incredible, Bright 2.7-inch High-Resolution LCD makes it easy to compose and share your pictures. In addition, the high-contrast and anti-reflection coating on the screen assist in clear viewing, even in direct sunlight.
• Motion Detection automatically controls shutter speed and ISO settings to compensate for camera shake and subject movement reducing the chances of getting image blur.

There is more, but you get the gist. Newer, better, faster, stronger. Are we looking at the Steve Austin of Digital cameras? No, at under $110.00 this camera does things even the six million dollar man couldn’t! And just that’s the entry model.  The other two cameras above are the new L20′s the deeper Red is new, as are the 10 megapixels and 3 inch high resolution LCD.
See I can tell you are joining me in the excitement.  Wait until my next blog when I introduce the next cameras in the line-up.
Get me Oscar Goldman on the line!