Nikon COOLPIX L26 16.1 MP Digital Camera with 5x Zoom NIKKOR Glass Lens and 3-inch LCD (Red) (OLD MODEL)

This camera is awesome! It's to the mind what Gigabytes of memory is to a computer.I would not categorize myself as a shutter-bug by any stretch, but I do like to capture the occasional 'special moments, which this camera performs perfectly.Mostly though, I will be using this camera to gather the same sort of information where years ago I used the Polaroid, which was information one would usually relegate to a notepad.The features in this camera allow you to do just about anything you would ever need from a camera, and the picture are crystal clear. I say 'about' because I am sure I haven't even scratched the surface as to the capabilities of this camera.It was easy to set up as a simple point and shoot, so I was literally taking pictures in a few minutes. But even before I set up the camera for simple 'point and shoot", I read the direction meticulously and suggest this to be the best approach for everyone. Because even though you may not understand everything at the time you read the directions, it will all become clear to you when you come across it again while manipulating the buttons on the camera itself.I would sincerely say in no more than a weeks time of using this camera I was expert enough to accomplish anything I wanted to do.In all the reviews I read regarding this camera, I would say the women were spot on, whereas the men generally were to critical. Trust me as a man I can say it is in our nature to over-think just about everything! Trust me, I used to be one of those types! But, alas, eventually I learned that everything isn't exactly rocket science!!The price was great, I can only think the reason is, it's a new product and they want to get of to a good start. I can tell you this, I have spent more than twice as much for less than half the quality and features I have found in this camera. Definitely a great value!I am retired now from a career in mechanical engineering, where my use of a camera was primarily for gathering technical information. It is different now but not all that much, because I still use a camera for gathering information. :)ON THE NEGATIVE: About the camera (per se), NOTHING!But in regard to a camera case, I was unable to find a case to match my lifestyle and the size I would have perferred. The ideal case for me would have had an armored exterior, and interior with just enough room to hold the camera, two AA batteries and a extra SD memory card.A horizontal belt loop equal to the horizontal length of the case, and suitable for mounting on a 1-1/2 inch ( nylon web ) belt.The opening would be at the top with the camera situated ( shutter release button up ),and opening equal to half the height of the camera.I was not able to find a case of this description but I found one that was somewhat close, that was also featured at Amazon.com, in close proximity of this camera.I finally purchased the 'Case LOGIC' case, that featured a small, silver, belt loop style, ( Carabiner ) and added armored protection, of my own design, that included a ('Zytel') panel sewn in a ('U' shape configuration) within a piece of ('micro-fiber) cloth.The armor was then assembled in the case, such that the Camera when sitting (shutter release button up) was cradled in the U-shaped protector.Otherwise, without the (armor) the 'Case LOGIC' case would be perfectly fine for just about everyone. Nice case!I hope this information is helps someone.Live Good and Happy!

Unfortunately I received a used camera with markings and missing box, instructions & accessories. Clearly unacceptable and very disappointing.

Bought this one for my mother's birthday coming up soon. What prompted me buy it was the fact my niece has the Nikon Coolpix L20 ( I think that's it anyway ) and it always took good pictures. I had also bought my wife and daughter the Nikon Coolpix L22 and neither one of them have complained one bit. They both went threw (combined) five cameras, from various manufactures (Olympus being one of them) and nothing came close to the quality and ease at which you can use these Nikon Coolpix series cameras. They are fantastic little cameras. I tested this one out when I first got it to make sure it worked alright and it's just as it should be. This model has a better optical zoom and bigger MegaPixal count than previous models and for the price it beats out a ton of the other cameras it's size. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one at all.The video is of real good quality also. Took the wife's camera to a concert last month and the quality of the video and sound were really good. I was surprised to say the least, as it was a rock concert and I figured the sound would be distorted. Nope, good picture and sound, and that was on the L22, so I can only imagine the L26 will even be better with it's better optical zoom.It uses two double A batteries. The whole family uses the Duracell Rechargeables, which saves you a bunch of money over time. The memory cards for the Coolpix series are getting pretty cheap also, so no worries about expensive cards.Have you wanted a digital camera or just wanted to upgrade what you have? Buy it.Thinking of a gift for someone, even a person who's never used a digital camera? But it. It's not overly complicated like some can be and they will love it.I've only bought Olympus (digital) for myself over the past 13 years, BUT when the time comes to replace my DSL camera with a newer model, it'll be a Nikon that replaces it.

The first camera I received was totally inoperative right out of the box. Lens would try to open then close and camera would power off. Several times it showed a "Lens Error" on the LCD screen but otherwise no success getting it to take a single picture. Decided to get a replacement and of course Amazon had the replacement on my front steps in 2 days. Unfortunately, the second camera had a defective playback button so I was unable to review pictures or movies taken with the camera. I don't expect much from a $100 camera but it would be nice if Nikon's quality control caught these defects before they left their factory. Also, neither of the packages had any signs of rough handling in shipment so again it seems to point toward poor quality control on Nikon's part. I've had inexpensive Nikon point and shoots in the past and always been pleased so very disappointed and not sure I will buy another Nikon.