Nikon COOLPIX P310: Simply the Best Choice for an Advanced Point & Shoot

For an enthusiast level 16.1-MP camera, the P310 features a fast 24-100 mm f/1.8-4.9 stabilized High Refractive Index lens. Features include numerous automatic, semi-automatic and manual functions and a three-inch (921,000-dot) LCD.

Extras include a 1080p Movie mode, a 360°/180° Easy Panorama mode, high-speed 7-fps burst mode, Automatic Scene mode selector and two control dials for convenient operation.

Pros

• Great versatility
• High-grade lens
• Many AF options
• Full HD video
• Very fast drive mode
• CMOS sensor
• In-camera HDR
• Special-effects modes

Cons

• A Raw capture mode would be useful
• Photos taken in portrait mode don’t auto rotate

Video Review

A really good point and shoot

Although the camera has a good, solid feel when you hold it, it weighs in at a mere few ounces. Light and slim enough to fit into your pocket.

Sample Photos

Large, bright, sharp LCD

• 16.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor
• 4.2x Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens with f/1.8 maximum aperture
• 3-inch Ultra-high-resolution (921,000 Dot) LCD
• Full HD (1080p) Movies with Stereo Sound