Nikon Coolpix 2100 2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Product Description

A compact, lightweight digital still camera with 2.0 effective megapixels and a powerful 3x zoom lens, the COOLPIX 2100 is an affordable, friendly and versatile model, even for those who are using a digital camera for the first time. The COOLPIX 2100 is ideal for people who want an easy-to-use digital still camera that offers great image quality, and who are looking to get more fun out of digital photography. The camera's compact body fits easily in a pocket for carry-anywhere portability.

Amazon.com Review

The Nikon Coolpix 2100 is a good choice for digital photography beginners, offering a compact size, 2-megapixel resolution, 3x optical zoom, and a bevy of automated scene controls that are customizeable.

The 2-megapixel CCD sensor captures bright images that can be printed up to 8 x 10 inches. However, 2 megapixels just doesn't seem enough, especially when 3-megapixel cameras--like the Nikon 3100--are becoming so affordable. The movie mode captures smooth video up to 640 x 480 pixels for 7 seconds (or a more jaggy 15-second, 320 x 240-pixel videos), but it doesn't offer any sound.

One of the most impressive features of the Nikon 2100 is its size. From the online pictures we originally viewed, we imagined it to be large and a bit clunky. While it's a bit on the chunky side, the 2100 is surprisingly small. Plus, the rounded ergonomic hand grip rested comfortably and securely in our hand.

The Nikon 2100 offers a whopping 14 scene modes that automatically set the camera's white balance, exposure, and focusing point for different situations. The easy-to-learn software system features large icons and text to guide you through your choices. And some of the modes even provide an "assist" feature, with outlines of figures or landscapes to help line up the shot.

We had fun playing around with the scene modes and snapping pictures that made the most out of the shooting environment. However, we felt we lost some spontaneity if we relied too much on switching through the modes.

The Nikon 2100 is an affordable choice for a point-and-shoot camera that offers sharp, bright images and brings a lot of flexibility to the party. It comes with a starter 16 MB memory card and alkaline batteries, and we recommend a higher-capacity Compactflash card and rechargeable AA-size NiMH batteries. --Agen G.N. Schmitz

Pros:

Compact size, comfortable in the hand
Customizeable scene modes
2-megapixel resolution for prints up to 8 x 10 inches

Cons:

Scene modes can be a bit too customizeable, and distract you from the shot

Amazon.com Product Description

Enter the world of digital photography with the easy to use, affordable Nikon Coolpix 2100. Nikon's world-renown Nikkor optics are combined with a 2-megapixel CCD to create images at resolutions up to 1,600 x 1,200 pixels, which can provide spectacular prints as large as 8 by 10 inches. It has a 3x optical zoom (a 35mm equivalent of 36-108mm) that gets you close to the action.

The Coolpix offers a bevy of features that make capturing memories a snap. Selecting a scene mode automatically sets the camera for the optimum performance in most popular picture-taking situations. The 14 scene modes include party/indoor, dawn/dusk, back light, beach/snow, sunset, and more.

The one-touch upload feature enables you to move your photos to the Web or your computer via USB cable with a single press of a button. This ease-of-use feature makes sharing images one-button easy and helps organize and store images safely on your computer.

View your pictures instantly on the camera's LCD by pressing the playback button. Nikon's unique in-camera cropping feature allows you to use the zoom buttons in playback to select the part of the image you want to save and delete the rest.

Nikon's NikonView 6 imaging software offers a number of powerful features. Add the date and time (or just the date) to the front of your picture as a reminder when the image was taken. Select one or more images you want to share, then use the simplified e-mail function within NikonView 6 to size it for a small, medium, or large screen. A copy of the image is resized (the original is maintained), then is attached to a new e-mail message in your default e-mail program. NikonView 6 also has a new feature that automatically removes most typical occurrences of red eye with the touch of a button.

The Coolpix 2100 comes with a 16 MB Starter CompactFlash card, battery, and USB and A/V cables.

Customer Reviews:

Dated technology, Good Pictures.......2007-09-23

Back when I first purchased one of these cameras (the first year it hit the market) the 2100 was downright nifty. I did an inordinate amount of research before buying (a latent Asperger's kicks in whenever I shop for technogizmos) and spoke to a number of serious photogeeks. There was a consensus: A good lens is of paramount importance.

That advice continues, I believe, to hold true, even several technological generations later: all cameras, digital or not, capture the image using a lens. No matter how nifty the digital guts of the camera, the lens is what hands the image to the CCD.

Pro:

Nikon makes really good lenses. And this camera takes very, very good pictures. 2.1 MP is plenty big enough for any digital photo displayed on a webpage. The images are sharp, clean, nice color saturation, and all of the digital "mode" doodads give you lots of versatility and entertainment until you become bored with 99% of them and recognize them as a waste of time (just like 2007 technology cameras.) It's very easy to use, and the thumb controls are basically identical to 2007 technology. It's very lightweight. I never dropped mine once, not even from a few inches, so I can't attest to any mil-spec durability, but in years of use, it always worked just fine, cold weather or hot. It's small but thick: you can put it in a shirt pocket, but you probably won't.

Con:

OK, so it's only 2.1 MP. And it's a slow as cold molasses: push the shutter button and at least a full second elapses before the picture is captured. The screen then goes black, and you wait for another second or so before the camera recovers for another shot. If you happened to shoot in conditions that trigger the flash, then you get to wait for a good eight seconds before you can shoot again. Battery life is a joke, and batteries go dead sitting in the camera even when it's turned off. The LCD screen in the back is tiny.

Why you might want one:

If you can get one for really cheap, go for it. It's very easy to use, small and light enough to take everywhere, takes very good pictures with a resolution adequate for web use, and even a kid can figure out how to use it.

Me, I just gave mine away. Technology marches on, and the Coolpix 2100 got left far, far behind. But that advice still holds about lenses, so the replacement will be a Panasonic -- with a Leica lens. I'll post a review after I've had time to try out my new camera -- when I finally decide. Still doing research...

Wow what a camara!!.......2007-01-11

I have owned this camera now for 3 years and it still amazes me how great of a little camera it is. By now its considered an old camera but i tell you the truth this camera is such a great point and shoot camera thats its worth getting. Also i will share with you all that it was very difficult to find a replacement for this camera due to the fact that it takes such phenomenal pictures. Its best pictures are taken with a lot of light however so just be aware of that. Highly recommend this great little camera

my first digi cam.......2006-04-03

I got this 2 or 3 years ago, when I was in year 7. I begged and begged my parents for one and they agreed on getting me this - although I was hoping for something more funky looking. But after I had it, I just absolutly loved it! :) It's great!

It's very durable. Let me tell you about how I've trashed this so far..
-I had my camera in my school bag (without the cover) and somehow the batterie flap broke and couldn't close properly anymore. I had to send it in to get it fixed (1st time)
-I slid my camera into my back pocket and I didn't realize that while doing that, the camera had switched itself on. So out the lense came. Then stupidly, (I don't know why I did this.. ) but I sat down. And oops.. I took my camera out of my back pocket. The lense was crooked. And it couldn't close properly. So in it went for service again. And btw, that did not come cheap. (2nd time)

Since then I have been handling my camera very carefully. I'm such a klutz!

There are some cons though...
-reacts a bit slowly now
-turn button, which means camera turns on, when sliding into pocket
...but I think that it's that way, because of my misshandling.

All in all: It's a great camera. And perfect for klutzes. Look what it's been through with me! :)

A great camera for anyone new to digital photography.......2006-04-01

This was my first digital camera and I have to say that when I first got it I loved it. However it has it's share of problems. It is almost impossible for one to shoot anything without a flash using this camera--when you try it is usually blurred. The focus is also a bit dodgy--the background of many of my photographs are very smudged looking. My recommendation is to invest a little bit more money and look into a camera with higher mp.

Battery problems workable.......2005-04-12

Reviews of this camera, as late as the Fall of 2004, seem to place the Coolpix 2100 above all its competitors (2 Mpxl, non-SLR).

My two complaints: there is no manual focus (but you can use the focus lock, half-depressing the shutter switch, to "lock in" a focus range - except in macro mode), and a wimpy flash (really only good to 6-8' (2-2.5 m). A separate flash is the answer here.

The battery issue mentioned by others below is troublesome, but not really a big problem. In short, rechargeable batteries are a must, but they tend to carry a lower voltage, which the camera battery meter reads as being "nearly empty". So, like a car with a bad fuel gauge, you eventually learn to disregard the "low battery" warning, and always carry a backup pair of charged batteries.

I've shot - ready for this? - over a hundred flash photos in a row from a single pair of rechargeable AA's. Pretty good lifetime! But the meter claimed they were low after the first 5-10...

Average customer rating:

Don't buy!!

color other than black

Casio Phonemate TC930 Cordless 900 MHz Telephone

Manufacturer: CASIO
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

900 MHz - Analog | Cordless Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics
Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Phones | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Telephones | Casio | Custom Brands | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Electronics Features | Electronics
Accessories:

RCA RC920 Wireless Phone Jack Extension

RCA RC930 Caller-ID-Compatible Wireless Modem Jack

AT&T 90800 Mini Headset

Plantronics T100 Practica Headset with Built-in Telephone

Plantronics S10 Convertible Headset with Amplifier

Product Features:

900 MHz analog operation

Digital answering machine

Caller ID call waiting

Remote operation with voice menus

Modem monitor connection protection

ASIN: B00000J58O

Amazon.com Product Description

Many homes today have multipurpose phone lines for managing modems, faxes, and multiple users. The Casio TC930 Phonemate cordless telephone withcaller-ID compatibility gives you control of your telephone time. Decide whether to take a call with the help of displayed name and number of the incoming calls, call screening, and caller ID. Casio also included a digital answering machine along with other features essential for a busy home or small business, such as 20-minute all-digital recording and selective save and erase functions.

The Modem Monitor protects modem or fax connections when you make a call bydistinguishing between data and standard voice communication. A 30-channelautoscan monitors multiple channels, automatically selecting the bestone to ensure clarity in your conversation. And the Phonemate's 900 MHz frequency extends your freedom, providing you the liberty to multitask from greater distances.

Additionally, when you're away, remote operation with voice menus allow you full access to your messages. The Casio Phonemate TC930 comes with a rechargeable battery pack plus an AC adapter/recharger.

Customer Reviews:

Don't buy!!.......2000-10-11

My regular phone has better sound quality then TC930 900MHz phone. May times answering machine does not record messages. Finally I had to replace it.

color other than black.......2000-07-09

We love the phone, we had one before. I'm looking for the model 930 w/caller ID, but not in black. we are looking for the ivory or cream colored one. can u help?

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CMS Peripheral 80GB UNIVERSAL 2.5IN HARD DISK ( HDD-80.0 )

Manufacturer: CMS
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

External Hard Drives | Hard Drives | Drives & Storage | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics | FireWire | USB 1.1 | USB 2.0
Product Features:

Manufacturer Part Number: HDD-80.0

Product Line: Easy-Plug Easy-Go

Storage Capacity: 80GB

Heads: 16 Logical, 4 Physical

Discs/Platters: 2

ASIN: B00009V3LY

Product Description

CMS' Easy-Plug Easy-Go notebook hard drives are complete upgrade solutions for all popular brands of notebooks. They are fully tested for compatibility and reliability to meet or exceed the original notebook manufacturer's drive specifications.

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Canon DR 7080C - Sheetfed scanner - 12 in x 17 in - 600 dpi x 600 dpi - Hi-Speed USB / SCSI

Product Description

Directed Electronics is the world's largest manufacturer of vehicle security systems, and an increasingly important producer of car audio equipment as well. Directed's size is the company's widespread influence and leadership position in the mobile electronics industry.PRODUCT FEATURES: Active Matrix Color TFT LCD; RCA composite video input; Wireless remote control receiver built in; Front panel controls; On-screen display/programming; Low-profile, flat-panel display; Each passenger sees the same crystal-clear picture, even from the third seat; Can be easily removed for security or for use in another vehicle or in home; Wide viewing angle.

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Cisco Aironet 350 Series 11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Adapter ( AIR-PCI352 )

Manufacturer: CISCO SYSTEMS - ENTERPRISE
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Desktop Cards | Wireless | Networking & Online Communication | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
Product Features:

2.4GHz/802.11b wireless standard

Up to 128-bit WEP encryption

Desktop PCI w/dipole antenna

ASIN: B00006L4R2

Product Description

Cisco Aironet 350 Series 11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Adapter with Dipole Antenna (10-Pack) ( AIR-PCI352/10 )

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Cisco Aironet 350 Series 11Mbps Wireless LAN PCI Adapter with Dipole Antenna (10-Pack) ( AIR-PCI352/10 )

Manufacturer: CISCO SYSTEMS - ENTERPRISE
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

NIC & ANT FOR 350/1100/1200 MF SING

ASIN: B00006HS0K

Product Description

Wireless client adapters are the key to adding mobility and flexibility to an enterprise-increasing productivity by enabling users to have network and Internet access anywhere within a building without the limitation of wires. The Cisco Aironet 350 Series Client Adapters are a complement to Aironet 350 Series infrastructure devices, providing an enterprise-ready solution that combines mobility with the performance, security, and manageability that people have come to expect from Cisco.Wireless client adapters connect a variety of devices to a wireless network either in ad hoc peer-to-peer mode or in infrastructure mode with APs. Available in PC Card (PCMCIA) and Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) form factors, Cisco Aironet 350 Series Client Adapters quickly connect desktop and mobile computing devices wirelessly to all network resources. With this product, you can instantly add new employees to the network, support temporary workgroups, or enable Internet access in conference rooms or other meeting spaces.With a full 100 milliwatts (mW) of transmit power and the best receive sensitivity in the industry, the Cisco Aironet 350 Series Client Adapters provide the longest range and best reliability available for wireless clients. Advanced signal processing in the Cisco Aironet 350 Series helps manage the multipath propagation often found in office environments. Intelligent filtering addresses ambient noise and interference that can decrease network performance. Building upon Cisco leadership in wireless LAN (WLAN) performance, the Cisco Aironet 350 Series Client Adapters provide the greatest throughput available so users can enjoy virtually the same connectivity they gain from wire-line connections. Based on direct sequence spread spectrum (DSSS) technology and operating in the 2.4-GHz band, the Cisco Aironet 350 Series Client Adapters comply with the IEEE 802.11b standard-ensuring interoperability with all other compliant WLAN products.

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Dell Dimension XPS D266 Desktop (266-MHz Pentium II, 32 MB RAM, 4.3 GB hard drive)

Manufacturer: Dell Computer
ProductGroup: Personal Computer
Binding: Personal Computers

Categories | Electronics | Accessories & Supplies | Audio & Video | Camera & Photo | Car Electronics | Computers & Add-Ons | GPS & Navigation | Home Automation & Security | Office Electronics
Dell | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
Accessories:

Targus NW03BM Noteworthy Optical Screen Scroller Mouse

Targus PA235U Universal Monitor Stand - Black

Targus PAUM01U Ultra Mini Retractable Optical Mouse

Netgear WGR614 54 Mbps 2.4 GHz Cable or DSL Wireless Router

Netgear WG311 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter

ASIN: B00005UJYR

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Compaq Presario 2599us Notebook PC (2.66 GHz Pentium 4, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD+RW/CD-RW)

Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
ProductGroup: Personal Computer
Binding: Personal Computers

Notebooks | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
Presario Notebooks | Compaq | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
All Hewlett-Packard | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
HP Notebooks | Computers | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
Pentium 4 | Notebooks | Intel | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
Accessories:

Sennheiser MX500 Lightweight In-Ear Headphones (Blue)

Portsmith USB Port Replicator Supporting 10/100 4 USB Mouse

Kensington Microsaver Slim Security Cable Upgraded Version of Mircosaver

Kensington 62210 Saddle Bag Pro Computer Carrying Case

Targus CBT600 BlackTop Deluxe Notebook Backpack - Blue/Black

Product Features:

2.66 MHz Intel Pentium 4 processor

512 MB of installed memory

15" XGA TFT active matrix display

60 GB hard drive

DVD-ROM/CD-RW combo drive

ASIN: B0001BRQHI
Release Date: 2004-01-20

Product Description

The Compaq Presario 2500 Series notebook delivers unbeatable digital multimedia performance for mobile users demanding workstation-class digital multimedia experience for seamless wireless connection - all in a stylist, convenient all-in-one design.

Amazon.com Product Description

For the value-minded mobile professional with multimedia needs, Compaq offers its lightweight and lean Presario 2599US Notebook PC. Featuring a speedy 2.66 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor (upgrading from the 2596US's Intel Celeron processor), this notebook also features a combo DVD+RW and CD-RW drive, 512 MB of built-in RAM, a 60 GB hard drive, and integrated wireless LAN (802.11g, offering up to 54 Mbps connectivity speed). (The Compaq Presario 2598US offers the same PC hardware specs, but is a bit more affordable due to having just a combo DVD player, CD-RW drive.)

The Basics

Hard Drive: The 60 GB enhanced-IDE hard drive (4200 RPM) offers a premium amount of storage for a notebook PC and more than enough capacity for road warriors.
Processor: The 2.66 GHz Mobile Intel Pentium 4 processor offers enough speed for your work today and into tomorrow. Thanks to its Mobile features, the processor can save power when it's not needed, thus conserving battery life.
Memory: The 2599US comes with a 512 MB built-in memory (DDR SDRAM, 266 MHz)--a good start for power users--with a maximum memory expansion up to 1 GB (2 x 512 MB). It also has an L2 cache of 512 KB.
CD/DVD Drive: It is equipped with a combo drive that is capable of reading and writing of both DVDs and CDs (4x DVD+R, 2.4x DVD+RW, 8x DVD-ROM, 16x CD-R, 10x CD-RW, 40x CD-ROM). It uses the DVD+RW format, one of two formats for rewriteable DVDs.
Keyboard & Mouse: The 2599US has a 101-key keyboard and two-button touchpad.

Sound and Graphics
The 2599US features an integrated AC'97 (Audio Codec '97) sound card--producing 16-bit Sound Blaster Pro-compatible audio--that is built into the computer's main board. This notebook is outfitted with internal JBL Pro Performance speakers.

The video/graphics card--ATI Mobility Radeon 4X AGP--offers 3-D architecture with 64 MB of shared video memory and can easily drive an external monitor. If you plan on working with professional design or graphics software, you'll want to consider upgrading this video/graphics card. The 15-inch XGA TFT active matrix screen has a native resolution of 1024 x 768.

You get a decent amount of connectivity options with the 2596US, including high-speed USB 2.0:

3 USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals--from digital cameras to MP3 players
1 parallel port for connecting older printers and scanners
1 RGB monitor port
1 TV-out (S-Video)
1 PS/2 port for connecting keyboard or mouse
1 PCMCIA (or PC Card) slot (Type I/II compatible)
1 headphone jack and 1 microphone jack

It also has an integrated 802.11g wireless LAN (which is compatible with the more widespread 802.11b and offers faster data transmission rates), integrated 56K modem (V.92), and an RJ-45 LAN network port (for a 10/100 Ethernet connection to networks and DSL/cable modems).

Preloaded System and Software
The 2599US comes with the Windows XP Home Edition operating system, and it also features Microsoft Works (for working with word processing and spreadsheet documents). Other preloaded software includes Norton Antivirus 2003 (with 60 days of complimentary live updates), Quicken, Microsoft Money, Microsoft Encarta Online Deluxe, Adobe Acrobat Reader, InterVideo WinDVD SE (for playing DVD movies), MusicMatch Jukebox, and Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator (Basic).

Dimensions and Weight
The Presario 2599US Notebook measures 12.96 x 10.72 x 1.79 inches (L x W x H) and weighs a comfortable 7.5 pounds.

Power
The included rechargeable lithium-ion battery offers a standard amount of power for a Notebook PC (around 2 hours of typical use).

What's in the Box
This package includes the Compaq Presario 2599US notebook PC, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and operating instructions.

Product Description

Looking for a single, well-built, inexpensive joystick for all your games? CH Products' GameStick 3D USB may be what you're looking for. The stylish Gamestick design is equally easy to use in either the left or right hand, with a comfortable grip and base. In addition to the features of its basic predecessor, the GameStick 3D adds a four-way hat switch and a twisting, 3D handle that lets you easily execute rolls and other maneuvers in a 360-degree environment. Four programmable fire buttons give you multiple ways to obliterate the enemy. A precise slide throttle and trim control are located on the base, allowing you to adjust and center your joystick accurately, and a seven foot long cable gives you that extra reach you sometimes need. The USB connector of this GameStick allows it to be used with Apple's iMac and other computers equipped with standard USB ports and USB-capable operating systems. Overall, the GameStick 3D is a sleek, durable all-purpose joystick that you'll be able to use to complete any mission in any game.

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