Nikon Coolpix L810

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 10 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

2
Average:

5
Bad:

3

Pros:

Low price tag; large focal range and lensshift VR system; high resolution LCD screen
The Nikon Coolpix L810 is an inexpensive 26x megazoom point-and-shoot that's easy to use and runs on AA batteries.

Cons:

Certain elements feel a touch low end; AA batteries not to everyone's taste; slow operational speeds
Very poor continuous shooting, Slow and limited Autofocus, Slow video response, Slow zoom response, Screen difficult to see in bright light.

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Last revision on August 20, 2013

Reviewers Liked

Low price tag; large focal range and lensshift VR system; high resolution LCD screen
The Nikon Coolpix L810 is an inexpensive 26x megazoom point-and-shoot that's easy to use and runs on AA batteries

Reviewers Didn't Like

Certain elements feel a touch low end; AA batteries not to everyone's taste; slow operational speeds
Very poor continuous shooting, Slow and limited Autofocus, Slow video response, Slow zoom response, Screen difficult to see in bright light
The L810 performs poorly in low light and indoors without a flash, and its shooting performance is slow, as is its autofocus

Expert reviews and ratings

Nikon COOLPIX L810 review full sample image gallery If you'd have told a photographer three years ago that they'd be able to pick up a 26x optical zoom bridge camera for a little over £100, you'd most likely have been laughed at....

By What Digital Camera on February 12, 2013

The Nikon COOLPIX L810 is a no-frills superzoom with a long range, point-and-shoot functionality and a budget price tag. For those looking for a longer range than is currently available from compact super-zooms, and who aren't interested in manual...

By Camera Labs on October 01, 2012

Every manufacturer releases a megazoom model to entice certain photographers into buying their brand. The Nikon Coolpix L810 would suit the outdoor rambler who likes to take pictures of wildlife without disturbing them. Alternatively the large zoom...

By PhotographyBLOG on August 07, 2012

In terms of finding a fit with an audience, the Nikon Coolpix L810 is most aptly suited to holidaying families wanting a 'one lens does it all' option, with the bonus of being able to zoom back and forth, if a little sluggishly, to catch young...

By TechRadar on July 23, 2012

The Nikon Coolpix L810 is an inexpensive 26x superzoom point-and-shoot; it's easy to use and runs on AA...

By CNET Australia on June 06, 2012

The Nikon Coolpix L810 offers a lot of specs at a low price. If you need fast shooting performance, though, you'll need to spend more...

By cnet on May 11, 2012

A noisy sensor and unreliable autofocus undermine some impressive specifications...

By Expert Reviews on May 09, 2012

There's no doubting the L810 has a handy amount of optical zoom and is capable of taking a decent picture, but it isn't great if you are looking for a camera capable of shooting fast moving pictures, such as sports. Focusing just isn't quick...

By ePHOTOzine on March 26, 2012

As far as I can recall, this is Nikon’s longest range maxi-zoom compact. Previously there was the L20, with a 21x zoom — but nothing at this 26x level.There is a demand for such cameras. And, as I’ve said before, if you want long...

By Digital Photography School on July 01, 2012

Das ist doch mal ein Wort: Ein 26fach-Zoom mit einem Brennweitenbereich zwischen 23 und 585 Millimeter (entsprechend Kleinbild). Weitwinkelaufnahmen sind damit ebenso möglich wie extreme Telezoombilder. Und noch etwas beeindruckt auf den ersten...

By Chip.de on August 20, 2012

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