Nikon Coolpix 995
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| Nikon Coolpix 995 | |
| Sensor | CCD |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 3.3 megapixels |
| Lens type | 4x (8-32mm) Zoom Nikkor; 1:2.6-5.1 |
| Shutter speed range | 1/8000 to 10min in various modes |
| Exposure Metering | Matrix, centre-weighted, spot and AF spot |
| Viewfinder | yes (optical, 80% frame coverage, dioptre adjust) |
| ASA/ISO range | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800 (ISO equivalent) |
| Flash | yes |
| Custom WB | auto, flash, manual preset, fluorescent (white, neutral/daylight white, daylight), incandescent, cloudy, sunny (the latter three modes offer color temperature compensation adjustment from -3 to +3 unit steps) |
| WB bracketing | yes |
| Rear LCD monitor | 1.8", 112,000 pixel TFT |
| Storage | CF Card |
| Battery | Nikon EN-EL1 Lithium-Ion & charger, or disposable 2CR5 Lithium |
| Weight | 320 g (11.3 oz) [without battery and storage media] |
The Nikon Coolpix 995 was announced on April 25, 2001 to supersede the Coolpix 990 in the Nikon Coolpix series. Similar in appearance to the 990, changes include a switch to a high-impact plastic case for the lens half of the swivel body, a pop-up flash to reduce red-eye by moving the bulb away from the lens, an increase in zoom capability to 4x, CompactFlash Type II compatibility and use of the EN-EL1 rechargeable Li-Ion battery in place of the previous four AA batteries.
The Coolpix 9xx series of cameras are noteworthy for their 28mm threaded lens ring, which is present on the entire series, making them system cameras; a set of intercompatible telephoto, wide-angle, and fisheye converters were available, and worked on any of the 9xx cameras. They also have exceptional macro capabilities due to their lens construction, and the swivel-body form factor is renowned for reducing the need for neck-craning to view the LCD, and facilitating self-photography.
The Coolpix 9xx cameras were widely considered among the best cameras in their price range. Downsides of the Coolpix 995 included a flimsy CF compartment door and its rather less attractive appearance next to its predecessor's.
The Coolpix 995 was later superseded by the Coolpix 4500 and more recently by the Coolpix S4, with a 6 megapixel sensor, more point-and-shoot type photography features and less manual modes, among other changes.
