megapixels:  12.1 (effective)
image stabilization:  Yes, optical
min shutter speed:  4 sec
max shutter speed:  1/2000 sec
resolution:  4000 x 3000 pixels
optical zoom:  3x
storage:  SD/SDHC, 52 MB internal
ISO range:  64 - 3200
display type:  2.7" LCD
camera dimensions:  3.5 x 2.1 x 0.9 in.
weight:  4.6 oz.
approx. price:  $379

Camera Summary:
The Nikon Coolpix S700 is a 12.1 megapixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom. It was designed to blend sophisticated construction with advanced and quick performance. The S700 features optical image stabilization, a brushed aluminum casing, a 2.7" LCD display, start-up time of less than one second, and a shutter lag of 5 milliseconds. It will be available starting September 2007 for about $379.

Nikon Coolpix S700 News Release Excerpt:
Nikon’s new Coolpix S700 digital camera blends elegant camera design with enhanced speed and imaging technologies. Slim model blends sophisticated styling and construction with advanced performance.

MELVILLE, NY (August 30, 2007) – Nikon is pleased to introduce a Style series camera that offers fast response and outstanding photographic performance. Developed for the savvy consumer who appreciates style and demands speed, the 12.1 megapixel S700 digital camera delivers increased resolution for high quality photos from the 3x Zoom-Nikkor glass lens, and Optical Vibration Reduction image stabilization technology. Nikon’s newest Style series offer picture-taking performance modeled in a sophisticated package: the S700 in sleek brushed aluminum.

“With the S700, Nikon is further distinguishing itself as a leader in compact camera design and innovation," says Bill Giordano, General Manager Marketing, Coolpix for Nikon Inc. "This camera combines elegant yet sophisticated compact designs with quick response to capture any memorable moment."

The Coolpix S700 features several imaging innovations designed to encourage carefree shooting for the consumer. Both cameras incorporate Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) image stabilization, a feature that helps to overcome camera shake to ensure sharp photos at shutter speeds up to three times slower than would normally be possible. They also offer High ISO capabilities: the S700 up to 3200, ideal for capturing images in low-light situations.

For sharing and composing, the S700 has an incredibly bright, high resolution 2.7-inch monitor, with an anti-reflective coating, easing the composition of photos, even in direct sunlight. It also has the ability to capture images at a 16:9 aspect ratio, making it ideal for sharing images on wide screen televisions. The S700 also offers Distortion Control that automatically corrects for barrel distortion, making this the ideal camera for cityscapes and interior photography.

Nikon has incorporated user-friendly imaging innovations into the new line of Coolpix cameras, designed to make the photo-taking process fun and easy. These technologies, referred to as “Nikon In-Camera Innovations” include In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, D-Lighting, and Face Priority AF. In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically detects and corrects red eye, a common condition that occurs in flash photography. In playback mode, D-Lighting compensates for excessive back-light or insufficient flash in images.

Nikon’s new enhanced Face-Priority AF automatically finds and focuses on up to 12 people’s faces within one frame. This feature also provides faster speed and sharper focus to produce clear, crisp portraits wherever the subjects are positioned in the frame.

Advanced performance is particularly pronounced in this camera. In comparison to other compact digital cameras, the Coolpix S700 delivers remarkably fast response including the class leading start-up time of less than one second, and a shutter lag of 5 milliseconds. Nikon’s new EXPEEDTM processing engine gives the S700 enhanced image processing and brilliant color reproduction.

The camera is compatible with the new high capacity SDHC cards and utilize the new ultra-compact EN-EL10 rechargeable Li-ion battery.

The Coolpix S700 will be available at photo-specialty stores nationwide beginning September 2007 at a MSRP of $379.95. For more information about these and other Coolpix cameras, please visit www.nikonusa.com.