Nikon Coolpix 5400 5.1 Megapixel Compact Camera

1.5" LCD - 2592 x 1944 Image - 320 x 240 Video - MPN: 25513 See Product Details

Product Details of Nikon Coolpix 5400 5.1 Megapixel Compact Camera

Description

5.1 Effective Megapixels capturing high quality images at a maximum resolution of 2,592 x 1,944 pixels for photo quality prints up to 16 x 20 inches. Ultra Macro Close-Up to less than 1/2 of one inch. Advanced Flash Features including Rear Curtain Sync and Repeating Flash. 15 Scene Modes automatically adjust controls for great pictures instantly. Simply set to one of 15 settings from Portrait to Sunset. One-Touch Red-Eye Fix in NikonView 6 is a Nikon exclusive that automatically corrects red-eye in most typical situations.

Quick Glance

Memory Type: CompactFlash

LCD Screen Size: 1.5"

Camera Type: Compact Camera

Megapixels: 5.1 Megapixel

Weight: 11.30

Summary

Product Title: Nikon Coolpix 5400 5.1 Megapixel Compact Camera

Manufacturer: Nikon

Power Score: 4.4 | 32 Reviews

Image Processor

Image Sensor: CCD

Effective Megapixels: 5.1 Megapixel

Total Pixels: 5.3 Megapixel

Lens Features

Camera Type: Compact Camera

Digital Zoom: 4x

Max Aperture: 4.6 1/f

Focal Length: 0.23" to 0.94"

Storage

Memory Card Support: CompactFlash

Removable Flash Memory Included: 16 MB

Other Features

LCD Screen Size: 1.5"

Maximum Video Capture Resolution: 320 x 240

Flash: Auto Flash

Interface Connection: 1 x USB, 1 x Audio/Video Out

Dimensions

Class: Audio Visual Accessory

Category: Cameras

Height: 2.90"

Width: 4.30"

Depth: 2.70"

Weight: 11.30 oz

Reference

Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited

URL: Manufacturer Link

Additional Specifications

Camera Modes: Shooting Modes: Auto Scene P S A M Movie Scene Modes: Portrait Party/Indoor Night Portrait Beach/Snow Landscape Sunset Night Landscape Museum Fireworks Show Close Up Copy Back Light Sports Panorama Assist Dawn/Dusk Capture Modes: Single Continuous H (3 fps; up to 7 frames) Continuous L (1.5 fps; up to 18 frames) Multi-Shot 16 (consecutive 16 frames at 2 fps) Ultra High-speed continuous (QVGA-size images; 30 fps, number of frames selectable, up to 100 frames) 5 shot buffer (1.5 fps) Movie with audio: TV movie mode (VGA-size images, 640 x 480 pixels) at 15 fps; up to 70 sec., or Small Movie (QVGA-size images, 320 x 240 pixels) at 15 fps; up to 180 sec., are selectable Time Lapse Movie

Exposure Control: Programmed Auto with Flexible Program Shutter-Priority Auto Aperture-Priority Auto Manual

Viewfinder Type: Optical

White Balance Modes: Matrix Auto White Balance with TTL control 6-mode Manual with fine tuning (Daylight/Incandescent/Fluorescent/Cloudy/Speedlight/Shade) Preset White Balance Bracketing

Maximum Frame Rate: 15 fps

GPS: No

Longest Shutter Speed: 8 Second

Shortest Shutter Speed: 1/8000 Second

HD Movie Mode: No

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Reviews on Nikon Coolpix 5400 5.1 Megapixel Compact Camera

  • 1
  By member: lenprovost - Jan 12, 2007

Coolpix 5400 FAILURE

Strengths: Great while it worked.

Weakness: The CCD failed as in their 5700 model which was recalled and repaired at no charge.The CCD went "black". Pictures can no longer b taken; though you can print black squares and waste consumables.

DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA. I had a similar problem with a Canon Powershot 400 that I bought in Washington DC in 2003. They repaired the camera at no charge; evn paid freight both ways. Nikon is not supporting product that was shipped with a manufacturing defect in my opinion and that of many others on the web. Search with the string: black coolpix 5400 ccd if you want to see a few more vistims...

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  • 3
  By member: geocam - Nov 27, 2006

coolpix nikon 5400

Strengths: size, features, many useful capabilities, 15 scenes

Weakness: slow to cycle up, no blur motion corection feature, poor reliability CCD failed after 8 months

This was a very nice camera. I really liked all the advanced features and after 6 months still enjoyed learning all the pleaseant new features this camera offered. I was taking some very nice photographs and was limited by the inability to focus correctly in the low light situations that this camera did not excel in. This could be worked around by using other features and a monopod to capture...

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  • 5
  By member: biantim - May 6, 2005

Nikon Coolpix 5400 5.1 Megapixel Compact Camera

Strengths: wide-angle coverage, great image quality, Video capture with room in and out, low comparative price ,15 modes of shooting

Weakness: a bit heavy, CF card is slow in response, no automatic cover

I've used quite a few different digital cameras and this one can be called a mid-professional one. 5M is the trend for today's digital camera and 4X room is necessary. With small LCD, its battery can sustain longer time, so in my opinion, its 1.5 inch LCD is an advantage! CF card responds slower than XD or SD, yet it is the cheapest storage. I totally bought 1G CF card, which means 800 pics! Its...

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  • 4
  By member: Snakedance - Jan 10, 2005

Nikon Coolpix 5400 5.1 Megapixel Compact Camera

Strengths: Includes everything this Novice needs to produce and display quality (5 MP) pictures, straight from the box. Remarkable simplicity and flexibility at an irresistible ($248 total, delivered) price

Weakness: I find no clear weaknesses, although, I've not figured out how to trigger manually a succession of shots quickly, yet one of the semi-manual, "Continuous" settings seems to accomplish this.

I like this camera. I've given it a rating here of four stars only because I have neither adequate experience nor the proper perspective from which to grant it five ("One of the Best"). ~ First, a confession and a partial disclaimer: ~ I'm a novice photographer who's never held anything (well, at least not any camera) any more sophisticated than a fixed-focus, point-and-shoot, 35 mm film camera...

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  • 5
  By member: pandatoledo - May 25, 2004

Nikon Coolpix 5400 5.1 Megapixel Compact Camera

Strengths: This is a 5MP digital camera with 4 digital zoom. Many preset macros to use. It also has optional remote control you can get from ebay for about $70.

Weakness: Little buzz sound when I use LCD in photo mode. I'm not sure if i'm the only one who has this minor problem.

Like this light weighted camera, and plan to take it with me in summer vacation. It has many preset configurations in scence mode, that lets you take landscape, close-shot, book-copy, etc (like 20 options) without configure the shutter speed and aperture yourself. For a novice like me, this is a wonderful feature. When I want to copy some documents, point and shoot in book-copy mode, then I can...

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  • 4
  By member: maynardflower - Mar 29, 2005

Nikon Coolpix 5400 5.1 Megapixel Compact Camera

Strengths: Excellent picture quality. You can choose to use its point and shoot function or you can also get your more professional pictures by playing and tweaking it

Weakness: a little heavy, i can't carry it for a long time

This is a 5MP digital camera with 4 digital zoom. Picture comes out in very good resolution.Because of this, my younger sister even decided to buy a 4MP one for she is so afraid of been captured of her pimples on the face:-) This is a go-between product, i mean between a consumer and professional camera, good for those who want to upgrade their interests. Besides all the goods this camera has, i...

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  • 4
  By member: philcrocetti - Jul 3, 2004

Nikon Coolpix 5400 5.1 Megapixel Compact Camera

Strengths: Image quality, manual controls, battery life, accessories

Weakness: None

I purchased this camera for Real Estate work. The panorama assist mode made it easy to do virtual tours of homes to post to the web. I no longer work in Real Estate, but this camera is great for family events too. Image quality is fantastic. If you want to get creative, take the camera out of automatic mode and adjust the controls to your liking. This camera has a lens with a wider angle than...

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  • 4
  By member: tshi - Jan 7, 2005

Nikon Coolpix 5400 5.1 Megapixel Compact Camera

Strengths: 5M pixels & 4x optical zoom provide a good enough image quality for most customers. Cool appearance. Nice night photo mode. Battery good for around 100 minutes operation with LCD opening.

Weakness: A little bit heavy. Some keys are too small for operation. Small LCD 1.5". Lens cap is not automatic.

This is nice median level digital camera that may meet the requirements for most people. Easy to operate and connect with computer. Separate recharger for the battery included. Currently, there is a nice rebate of $200 from the manufacturer. Together there may be some printers after rebate. So it is a good deal if handling properly. Hurry up and get one!

  • 5
  By member: ceelo421 - Oct 23, 2003

Nikon Coolpix 5400 5.1 Megapixel Compact Camera

Strengths: Simple to use. About the size of a regular 35mm camera. Quality of the shots are wonderful! Extremely clear. Swiveling LCD screen allows for more shot mobility.

Weakness: None so far.

The Nikon Coolpix 5400 is great for me, an ametuer photographer. Its simple to use! Everything on it is straightforward and user friendly. The 5400 is just right for those who want a lot out of a camera, but don't know much about them. If you want to get complicated, hop up to the 5700. Other reviews I've read say that this camera sucks in taking low-light shots. I disagree. This camera...

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  • 5
  By member: gpapajohn45 - Apr 14, 2004

Nikon Coolpix 5400 5.1 Megapixel Compact Camera

Strengths: One of the strong points of this camera is definitely the ease of use. If you can point, you can shoot.

Weakness: The only weakness I can find is the users' manual. You have to flip back and forth to get all information about certain topics.

This is a product I would recommend to anyone looking for a very good, reliable camera that is as easy to use a camera from the grocery store, yet with many functions you can use as you progress in your picture taking techniques. It can range from the the beginner to the expert and everywhere in between.

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  • 4.0
  letsgodigital.org - Mar 20, 2007

Nikon Coolpix 5400

Nikon has delivered an excellent camera, this Coolpix 5400. The images are fresh and colourful. There are lots of settings for those who want to creatively take pictures and at the same time Nikon has broadened the possibility of automatic settings.

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  • 4.0
  Macworld.com - Jan 1, 2004

Nikon Coolpix 5400

It's nice to see some camera manufacturers trying new things these days.

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  • 5.0
  Imaging Resource - Jul 12, 2003

Nikon Coolpix 5400

Nikon's new 5 megapixel/4x zoom Coolpix 5400 manages to deliver every feature an "enthusiast" could ask for, yet at the same time remains approachable for rank beginners, thanks to a very simple full auto mode and an rich assortment of scene modes. Overall, a very worthy contender in the 5 megapixel end of the market.

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