The Nikon Coolpix L26 is an excellent camera for beginners. It is a described as a no frills camera- and is one of the cheapest around, but has a surprising array of features and still retains the quality you would expect from Nikon. The 5x lens is the usual high Nikon standard and it produces a 16 mega-pixel file. It has an easy to use auto mode (with 18 simple options) and has a larger than average LCD screen. Portraits are easy with the Smart Portrait System, which has blink warning and skin toning.
It slips into video recording at the touch of a button and can shoot remarkably crisp 720p video.
The L26 takes AA batteries and is available in silver, red and black.
The Coolpix L26 is ideal for someone who just wants a basic point and shoot, a youngster showing an interest in photography, or to take to places you wouldn’t want to take an expensive camera. Although it seems basic, it is capable of taking some great shots.
Nikon Coolpix L26 Features
16 MP File Size:This is really impressive. You can blow pics up to poster size
Easy Auto mode: This optimizes all the settings to ensure good photos
5x optical zoom lens (26–130mm): Not the biggest range, but a great quality lens
720p video recording: One touch recording and really good quality video
e-VR (vibration reduction): Similar to the system on other nikon compacts
7.5 cm (3.0-in.) LCD screen: Larger than other cameras in this bracket
ISO up to 1600 and Motion detection: All these contribute to your picture quality
Best shot selector: Selects your sharpest shot for you
18 scene modes: All the popular styles catered for here
Wireless transfer: Transmit your pictures directly to your phone or computer