Nikon has announced two new cameras in their Coolpix "Life" or L lineup of digital cameras.  The Nikon Coolpix L5 features 7.2 megapixels, 5x optical zoom, 2.5 inch LCD and Nikon's Vibration Reduction system.  It will be available in September for $299.  The Nikon Coolpix L6 features 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom, 2.5 inch LCD, and 1000 shots on the included Energizer lithium AA batteries.  The L6 will available in September for $199.

With the Nikon L series, the whole goal is a compact, easy to use, well-featured, affordable camera.  The cameras are powered with AA batteries and include in-camera features that casual shooters appreciate.  Nikon's "In-camera Innovations", which are easy to access with the "One-Touch Portrait Button" include:

  • D-Lighting
  • Red-eye reduction
  • Face Priority AF

Nikon Coolpix L5


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Features:

  • 7.2 megapixels
  • 5x optical zoom
  • Vibration Reduction
  • 2.5 inch LCD (115K pixels)
  • Best Shot Selector (BSS) - camera chooses best picture out of a series
  • One-Touch Portrait Button
  • 15 scene modes
  • Accepts SD media
  • Weight: 6 ounces
  • Available in September for $299

Nikon Coolpix L6


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Features:

  • 6 megapixels
  • 3x optical zoom
  • 2.5 inch LCD (115K pixels)
  • 1000 shots with included Energizer lithium AA batteries
  • ISO 800
  • Best Shot Selector (BSS) - camera chooses best picture out of a series
  • One-Touch Portrait Button
  • 15 scene modes
  • Accepts SD media
  • Weight: 4.4 ounces
  • Available in September for $199