Nikon camera breaks $1,000
New digital cameras from Nikon and Panasonic emphasize the spectrum of features and form that have begun to dominate the market.
Nikon introduced what analysts call the most impressive offering
Nikon Coolpix 600 |
The Coolpix 900 offers 1.3 megapixel (million pixels) resolution, or 1,300,000 pixels per image, with a high quality lens for an estimated retail price of $899.
Like other cameras in this realm, the CoolPix 900 is targeted at "prosumers," or technically advanced amateur photographers and professionals who demand high quality digital imaging capabilities. Nikon and other digital camera makers identify these prosumers as real-estate and insurance professionals and photography enthusiasts looking to delve into digital technology.
"If this sticks at $899, it is a very good product for the dollar," said Gary Peterson, an imaging analyst with market research firm ARS.
Nikon is positioning the Coolpix 600 as part of its entry-level
Nikon Coolpix 900 |
The Coolpix 600 carries an estimated retail price of $599, which analysts believe is not a bargain for a camera that doesn't offer megapixel resolution. Hewlett-Packard has already said that they are planning to introduce a megapixel camera for $699 later this spring.
The PV-DC1580 PalmCam will be available in May. Pricing has not yet been determined.