September 2001



TOKYO - Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the COOLPIX 5000 Digital Camera, on September 18, 2001.

A compact, lightweight digital still camera with 5.0 effective megapixels, the COOLPIX 5000 was developed as the "flagship" model of the COOLPIX lineup. It is a top-of-the-line model in the Nikon COOLPIX series, which features superior image quality and ease-of-use.

The camera's core users reach to advanced amateurs, digital enthusiasts, and semi-professional photographers who prefer the best compact digital still camera out in the current market, and cannot compromise other than the highest digital image quality. It is also used for enthusiastic photographers who enjoy the features of film cameras, as well as make use of the variety of accessories to broaden the shooting potential.

Nikon's newly developed 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens, with its 7.1-21.4mm (equivalent to 28-85mm in 35mm [135] camera format) focal range, delivers exceptional optical performance with three aspherical lens elements, and together with the 5.0 effective megapixels, ensures images of remarkable color, contrast and clarity.

The compact and lightweight, body is made of magnesium alloy, which offers unparalleled portability and an ergonomic, easy-grip design for easy operation.

AUTO mode and 3 custom settings allows the photographer to choose an easy way of shooting good pictures, or to choose different settings manually, just the way the photographer likes it to be.

"Film camera" features, such as 5-area multi autofocus and various exposure metering settings are some of the features that will certainly satisfy the conventional film camera users.

Features like the new Clear Image Mode, Noise Reduction Mode, Saturation Control and White Balance Bracketing aid in improving and the quality of digital images. Multiple capture modes can be selected, including movies with audio. It also has a built-in speaker, therefore an instant confirmation playback of movies is possible.

The new Vari-angle LCD monitor gives total convenience in every shooting position. This digital camera also has an accessory shoe to connect to an external Speedlight.

The COOLPIX 5000 comes with essential accessories -- including an all-new optional "19mm" wideangle converter lens, that extends the photographer's creative potential, and the new optional battery pack that uses six 1.5V LR6 (AA-size alkaline), 1.5V Lithium, 1.2V NiMH, or 1.2V NiCd batteries for easier vertical shooting position. Other accessories include rechargeable battery and charger*, CompactFlash™ Card, USB cable and software. With a lens adapter, it can accept various converters, such as Wideangle, Telephoto and Fisheye. And an optional LCD hood increases LCD monitor visibility when shooting in daylight. With so many more features and accessories, the COOLPIX 5000 is surely to become something truly special in digital photography.

*Depending on the country or area, the battery and charger may not be included, but will be available as an option.

Note: Specifications, design, product name and standard accessories may differ by country or area.

Nikon COOLPIX 5000 Feature Highlights

Remarkable image quality with 5.0 effective megapixels
5.0 effective megapixels can capture razor-sharp pictures at a recording image size of up to 2,560 x 1,920 pixels. Nikon makes this new image-sensing CCD even more powerful using the latest image-processing technology, for crisp, brilliant images that can print as large as A3 size (297 x 420mm) or 11 x 14 in.

Superfine Zoom-Nikkor lens
This new camera incorporates bright Nikkor lens with three aspherical lens elements. The light penetrates through a large-diameter aspherical lens that pares image distortion to an absolute minimum. The resulting 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens is the embodiment of Nikon optical performance, offering a focal range of 7.1-21.4mm (equivalent to 28-85mm in 35mm [135] format).

Rapid response
The COOLPIX 5000 is surprisingly fast: instant startup, high-speed autofocus, rapid zoom, and a shutter release that conveys the easy confidence of an AF SLR film camera.

The shutter release time lag has been reduced to a speed as fast as any other AF SLR cameras.

Creative potential
The versatile exposure and image controls, such as white balance setting, an all-new Clear Image mode, Noise Reduction mode, numerous auto and manual focus functions, and other features is sure to enhance the photographer's potential and enthusiasm.

Lighting needs are handled with a built-in Speedlight and an accessory shoe for an external Nikon Speedlight. Movies with audio can also be captured to enjoy the subject both in motion and in still.

Nikon COOLPIX 5000 Major Features

  • 3x Zoom Digital Camera featuring 5.0 effective megapixels
  • Recording image size of 2,560 x 1,920 pixels (full size)
  • 2/3-inch type CCD
  • Newly designed 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens with 7.1-21.4mm coverage (equivalent to 28-85mm in 35mm [135] camera format); digital zoom up to 4x magnification (12x when combined with optical zoom)
  • Nikon’s advanced image-processing algorithm ensures faithful color reproduction
  • Stylish and durable magnesium alloy body with ergonomic design and compact size that weighs approx. 360g/12.6 oz.
  • Bright, clear 1.8-in., 110,000-dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT Vari-angle LCD monitor for total convenience in every shooting position
  • Exclusive 256-segment Matrix Metering and Matrix Auto White Balance guarantee outstanding exposure and white balance control in every image
  • Shutter speeds from 1/4,000 to 8 sec.
  • Macro shooting capability as close as 2cm (0.8 in.) with the convenient Best Shot Selector (BSS) function
  • 5-Area Multi Autofocus for easier photo composition
  • AUTO Mode and 3 custom settings available for versatile operation
  • Versatile white balance settings and White Balance Bracketing
  • Saturation control (4 steps and B&W) for in-camera color control, enabling direct connection to a printer
  • Clear Image mode for ultra-smooth color gradation for images up to 1,280 x 960 pixels (SXGA size)
  • Noise Reduction mode for long-time exposures
  • Multiple capture modes, including Continuous shooting of up to 3 frames per second in full-size and Ultra High-speed Continuous shooting of up to 30 fps at 320 x 240 pixels (QVGA size)
  • Movies with audio (up to 60 sec.) and a built-in speaker for confirmation playback
  • Quick Review button to check any captured image while in record mode (both captured photos and your current subject are displayed in the LCD monitor); pressing the shutter button once reactivates record mode
  • Plug-and-play USB (1.1) interface for connection to computer (USB Mass Storage Class)
  • Extended battery life of approx. 100 min. with Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL1
  • Advanced, built-in 5-mode Speedlight and accessory shoe for connection with external Nikon Speedlight
  • Full line of system accessories including a new “19mm” (35mm [135] format equivalent) wideangle converter lens, along with an optional power pack that uses six 1.5V LR6 (AA-size alkaline), 1.5V Lithium, 1.2V NiMH, or 1.2V NiCd batteries, and enables easier vertical shooting

Nikon COOLPIX 5000 Specifications
Type of camera Digital camera E5000
Effective pixels 5.0 million
CCD 2/3-inch-type CCD (total pixels: 5.24 million)
Image size 2,560 x 1,920 pixels,
UXGA-size (1,600 x 1,200), SXGA-size (1,280 x 960),
XGA-size (1,024 x 768), VGA-size (640 x 480),
3:2 (2,560 x 1,704) selectable
Lens 3x Zoom-Nikkor; f=7.1~21.4mm [35mm (135) format equivalent to 28~85mm] /F2.8~4.8 with macro;
9 elements in 7 groups; all elements are made of environmentally friendly glass; Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) applied; three glass molded aspherical lens elements included
Digital zoom Up to 4x
Autofocus Contrast-detect TTL AF;
7,514-step autofocus control including macro range;
5-Area Multi AF or Spot AF selectable
Focus modes 1) Continuous AF mode (when using LCD monitor),
2) Single AF mode (when not using LCD monitor and/or selectable from shooting menu),
3) Manual (50 steps from 2cm [0.8 in.] to infinity () with Focus Confirmation Indication
Focus range 50cm (19.7 in.) to infinity ();
2cm (0.8 in.) to infinity () in Macro mode
Optical viewfinder Real-image zoom viewfinder; diopter adjustment: -2 ~ +1m-1
LCD monitor 1.8-in., 110,000-dot, low-temp. polysilicon TFT LCD (white LED backlight); brightness/hue adjustment; frame coverage: approx. 97%t
Storage System: EXIF 2.1 file (uncompressed TIFF or compressed JPEG),
Design rule for Camera File system (DCF), Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), QuickTime Motion JPEG (Movie)
Media: CF Card Type I/II, 512MB/1GB Microdrive™ Card
Number of frames with 32MB CF Card (approx.)
Image size FULL 3:2 UXGA SXGA XGA VGA
Image quality
HI 2 2 - - - -
FINE 13 14 32 50 75 173
NORMAL 26 28 62 95 139 289
BASIC 51 55 118 173 243 459
User setting 1) Automatic mode (default); Custom mode (three combinations of mode setting can be memorized in #1-#3), 2) White Balance, 3) (Exposure) Metering, 4) Continuous (Shooting), 5) Best Shot Selector (BSS), 6) Image Adjustment (Auto/Normal/More Contrast/Less Contrast/Lighten/Darken), 7) Saturation Control (-2 ~ +1/Black & White), 8) Lens, 9) Exposure Options (AE Lock, Maximum bulb duration 1 min./5 min.), 10) Focus Options, 11) Image Sharpening, 12) Auto Bracketing, 13) Noise Reduction, Clear Image
Capture modes 1) Single, 2) Continuous H (3 fps; up to 3 frames), 3) Continuous L (1.5 fps), 4) Multi-Shot 16 (consecutive 16 frames at 3 fps), 5) High-speed Continuous (SXGA, XGA, VGA-size images; 3 fps), 6) Ultra High-speed Continuous (QVGA-size images; 30 fps; number of frames selectable, up to 100 frames), 7) Movie with audio (QVGA-size images; 15 fps; up to 60 sec.)
Shutter Mechanical and charge-coupled electronic shutter;
1/4,000 (with minimum aperture) to 1 sec. in AUTO mode and Programmed Auto; 1/4,000 to 8 sec. in Aperture-Priority Auto; 1/2,000 to 8 sec. in Shutter-Priority Auto and Manual; Bulb time limit (up to 5 minutes)
Aperture 7-blade iris diaphragm; 10 steps in 1/3 EV increments
Exposure control 1) Programmed Auto with Flexible Program [P],
2) Shutter-Priority Auto [S], 3) Aperture-Priority Auto [A], 4) Manual [M]; Exposure Compensation (±2 EV in 1/3 EV steps);
Auto Exposure Bracketing (3 or 5 frames within ±2 EV)
Exposure metering 4-mode TTL metering; 1) 256-segment Matrix,
2) Center-Weighted, 3) Spot, 4) Spot AF Area
Exposure range EV -2.0 ~ +18.0 (W), EV -0.5 ~ +17.0 (T) (ISO 100 equivalent)
Sensitivity (approx.) ISO 100 equivalent; 100, 200, 400, 800, and Auto
(can be controlled in any exposure mode)
White balance 1) Matrix Auto White Balance with TTL control, 2) 5-mode Manual with fine tuning (Fine/Incandescent/Fluorescent/Cloudy/Speedlight), 3) Preset, 4) White Balance Bracketing
Self-timer 10 sec. or 3 sec. duration
Built-in Speedlight Guide number: 10 (when sensitivity is at ISO 100 equivalent)
Flash control: Sensor flash system
Flash modes: 1) Auto Flash, 2) Flash Cancel, 3) Anytime Flash, 4) Slow Sync, 5) Red-Eye Reduction
Accessory shoe Standard ISO 518; lock pin provided prevents Nikon Speedlight from slipping off
External Speedlight Hotshoe connects to external Nikon Speedlight SB-80DX/28DX/50DX/28/27/26/25/24/23/22s/30; built-in Speedlight can be canceled when using external Speedlight(s)
Playback menu options 1) 1 frame, 2) Thumbnail (4/9 segments), 3) Slide show, 4) Movie with audio, 5) Enlarged playback (up to 6x);
Shooting information; Histogram indication and highlight point display; Hide and protect attributes can be set to each image; Focus confirmation indication
Interface USB 1.1
I/O terminal

Power input, Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable),
Digital terminal (USB 1.1/Remote Cord)
Power requirements One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL1 (included),
One 6V 2CR5/DL245 lithium battery (optional),
Six 1.5V LR6 (AA-size alkaline) batteries* with Battery Pack MB-E5000 (optional),
AC adapter (optional)
*1.5V Lithium, 1.2V NiMH, or 1.2V NiCd batteries can also be used.
Battery life Approx. 100 min. when using LCD monitor and
EN-EL1 battery at normal temperature (20°C [68°F])
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 101.5 x 81.5 x 67.5mm (4.0 x 3.2 x 2.7 in.)
Weight (without battery) Approx. 360g (12.6 oz.)
Accessories included* Lens cap, Camera strap, AV cable, CompactFlash™ Card,
USB Cable UC-E1, Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL1,
Battery Charger, Nikon View 4 CD-ROM
Optional accessories Fisheye Converter FC-E8, Wideangle Converter WC-E68, Telephoto Converter TC-E2, Telephoto Converter TC-E3ED**, Slide Copy Adapter ES-E28***, Step Down Ring Lens Adapter UR-E5 and UR-E6, Lens Hood HN-E5000, LCD Hood HL-E5000, Battery Pack MB-E5000, Remote Cord MC-EU1

*Standard accessories may differ by country or area.
** Recommended for use with 1.2x digital zoom or higher (vignetting occurs otherwise)
*** Recommended for use with 1.4x digital zoom or higher

Nikon View 4 System Requirements
Macintosh

OS Mac® OS8.6 ~ 9.2

Models iMac™, iBook™, Power Macintosh® G3 (Blue/White), Power Mac™ G4 or later; PowerBook® G3 (only built-in USB ports supported) or later

RAM 32Mbyte (64Mbyte or more recommended)

Hard disk 15MB required for installation, with additional amount equivalent to twice the capacity of the camera memory card required when Nikon View 4 is running

Display 640 x 480 with 16-bit color (800 x 600 or greater, full color recommended)

Others CD-ROM drive
USB interface (only built-in USB ports supported)
Mac® OS8.6 needs USB driver (ver. 1.3.5) on Apple's website
Windows

OS/Models Windows® 98/98SE, Windows® 2000 Professional, Windows® Me pre-installed model

CPU MMX® Pentium® or later

RAM 64Mbyte (128Mbyte or more recommended)

Hard disk 15MB required for installation, with additional amount equivalent to twice the capacity of the camera memory card required when Nikon View 4 is running

Display 640 x 480 with 16-bit color (800 x 600 or greater, full color recommended)

Others CD-ROM drive, USB interface (only built-in USB ports supported)

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