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FOCUSA QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER FROM

ISSUE 15 • APR 07MICA (P) 324/06/2006

THEME : THE SECOND AFFAIRTHEME : CALM AND WELL COMPOSED (LI JIA WEI)

Q & A CONTEST

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02 EDITOR’S NOTE

03 - 33 NEW RELEASE: - D40X- AF-S DX VR ZOOM-NIKKOR 55-200MM F/4-5.6G IF-ED- COOLPIX COMPARISON CHART- COOLPIX L10/L11/L12- COOLPIX S50/S50c- COOLPIX S200/S500- COOLPIX P5000- EZ-MICRO- COOLPIX CONNECT

34 - 43 PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS BYSTEVEN YEE

45 D-SLR WORKSHOP

46 - 47 PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST

48 - 54 FEATUREDPHOTOGRAPHER- GWEE LEE

55 FREE DIGITAL PHOTOWORKSHOP

56 - 60 EVENTS- CNY DINNER

- IT SHOW 2007

61 Q & A CONTEST

62 DISCOVER NIKON

63 NIKON CLUB

64 COMING EVENTS &CONTACTS

WHAT’S WITHIN

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FEATURED PRODUCT - D40x

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FEATURED PRODUCT - D40

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE S$1388

Nikon’s smallest DSLR combines a 10.2-megapixelCCD with a simple, intuitive operation designed totake great, high-resolution pictures for everyone.TOKYO – Nikon Corporation is pleased toannounce the D40x, a new dig i ta l SLRincorporating a 10.2-megapixel CCD. The D40xis scheduled to launch soon in the first quarter of2007 and is a sister model to the D40, which hasa 6.1-megapixel CCD.

While maintainingthe compact s izeand por tabili ty ofthe D40 camerabody, t h e D40xproduces even moreoutstanding, detailed

pictures thanks to its 10.2-megapixel CCD andcutting-edge digital technologies. Its resolutionpower makes it easy for users to print up verylarge sizes or crop aggressively without losingany fine details. The D40x is loaded with everythingyou need for truly amazing images: a 10.2-megapixel CCD, Nikon’s exclusive 3D Color MatrixMetering II, an improved Image Processing Engineand superb Auto White Balance. Together with aworld-famous Nikkor lens, these features combineto ensure perfect exposure, refined details andnatural, vivid colors.

The D40x shares theD40’s e rgonomicd e s i g n a n dstreamlined interface,which means thes a m e i n t u i t i v eo p e r a t i o n t h a t ’s

simple and fun – even for entry-level users. Thebright and clear viewfinder ensures precisecomposition, while the 2.5-inch large LCD monitorutilizes an easy-to-use menu system and a wideviewing angle so that everyone can navigate theirsettings and view their images with ease. There isalso a handy built-in Help menu: simply press abutton and useful information on key features isdisplayed on the LCD monitor.

INSTANT STARTUP 0.18 SECONDThe D40x is fast. Itsnear-instant power-up(0.18 second) and fast,reliable responses helpphotographers act ont he momen t . T h i smean s t h e r e ’s nowaiting around for the

camera. With multiple shutter speed of up to1/4000th of a second, the Nikon D40x is able tofreeze just about any action : sports, wildlife,children , even splashing of water!

H IGH-SPEED CONTINUOUS SHOOTING(IMPROVED!)Timing is everything in photography, so why notincrease your chances of capturing the rightmoment with high-speed continuous shooting? Justhold down the shutter release button in continuousmode and you can take up to 100 frames at asfast as 3 frames per second. Great for sports andaction pictures, as well as portraits or other people

shots, as facial expressions can change quickly.(2.5fps for D40)

BROAD ISO SENSITIVITY RANGE (IMPROVED!)Your D40x has a wide range of ISO settings: from100 to 1600, plus one step higher (HI 1). Theresult: faster shutter speed capability and beautifulimages without a flash in many low-light situations,all free of blur from camera-shake or subjectmovement.(200 to 1600 p lus H I -1 for the D40) .

LONGER LASTING BATTERY ( IMPROVED!)Some of the D40x’s major improvements includean even longer-lasting battery that allows up to520 images* per charge under CIPA testing.(470 images* for the D40)*under CIPA testing condition

DIGITAL VARI-PROGRAM MODESNikon’s scene-optimized Digital Vari-Program

m o d e s a l l o w t h ep h o t o g r a p h e r t oconcentrate on capturingnearly any type of scenewithout being distractedby camera settings. Alleight modes – Auto, Auto( F l a s h O f f ) , P o r t r a i t ,Landscape, Child, Sports, Close Up and NightPortrait – are designed to produce remarkableresults by automatically calculating the best settingsand ISO-equivalent sensitivity for each scene. Thenew mode, Auto (Flash Off), prevents the Built-inFlash from popping up while boosting the ISO,thereby allowing the photographer to take picturesin museums, concerts, school plays, weddings andother low-light situations where flash photographyis prohibited. For more advanced creative control,the D40 offers Programmed Auto, Shutter-PriorityAuto, Aperture-Priority Auto and Manual modes.

MULT I -CAM 530 AF SENSOR MODULESharp focus can make or break an action shot,so when it comes to a quick focusing system, theD40X has you covered. The key is Nikon’s

exclusive three-area Multi-CAM530 AF SensorModule. Nikon’sc l a s s - l e a d i n gtechnology is at theh e a r t o f t h e

system, so you’ll get incredibly fast responses. Theresult: tack-sharp images, even when your subjectsare moving or dimly lit.

RETOUCH MENUTake advantage of the amazing in-camera imageediting features built into the Retouch menu. TheD40X makes it easy to crop, edit and enhanceyour images, all without the use of a computer.

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FEATURED PRODUCT - AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-EDFEATURED PRODUCT - D40x

A F - S D X V RZ o o m - N i k k o r5 5 - 2 0 0 m mf/4-5.6G IF-ED

A COMPACT TELEPHOTO ZOOMLENS WITH VR SYSTEM FOR NIKONDSLRS

List Price S$475

The Retouchmenu includesR e d - e y ecorrection forcorrecting thered-eye effectc a u s e d b yf lash, F i l te r

effects for changing an image’s color balance andImage overlay for creating a double-exposure outof two selected RAW images. Simply select animage, choose an effect and press OK, and yournew image is created and saved additionally onthe memory card, leaving the original image intact.

WIDE VARIETY OF NIKKOR LENSESOne of the most important advantages of usingNikon digital SLR cameras is the wide variety ofinterchangeable lenses available. The D40x isfully compatible with all AF-S/AF-I Nikkor lenses*,each providing the exceptional sharpness, imageclarity, color reproduction, and fast, accurateautofocus performance that Nikkor is famous for.*Autofocus is supported only with AF-S and AF-I CPU lenses,which are equipped with an autofocus motor.

ASSIST IMAGESThe newly introduced “assist images” help youselect the appropriate settings for many camerafeatures by showing an example image typical ofthat setting.

The D40x offers handy "assist images" for maincamera features when you change camera settings.These images are readily available to help youselect the right sett ings for your pictures.

I N N O VAT I V E I N F O R M AT I O N D I S P L AYD40x’s innovative information displays can beshown in Classic format or with the new Graphicand Wallpaper formats for Digital Vari-Programmodes and Program Auto, Shutter-priority Auto,Aperture-priority, Auto and Manual (P/S/A/M)modes.

TOKYO - Nikon Corporation is pleased toannounce the AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED, a compact, lightweight3.6x zoom lens featuring a host of state-of-the-art optical technologies such as the VibrationReduction (VR), Nikon ED glass element and SWM(Silent Wave Motor). The AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED has been specificallydesigned to complement the D80 as well as theupcoming D40 and D40x cameras. And it deliversoutstanding per formance at a remarkablyaffordable price.

The compact zoom lens offers powerful zoomperformance of 55-200mm (providing a pictureangle equivalent to an 82.5-300mm lens in 35mmformat) and is sui table for every type ofphotography from candid portraits to sports, natureand wildlife photography.

The Nikon Vibration Reduction (VR) system enablesusers to take substantially sharper handheldpictures at slower shutter speeds. With this lens,

users can take sharp pictures at shutter speedsapproximately 3 stops slower* than wouldotherwise be possible. The VR system minimizesimage vibration in the finder, making shutterrelease timing and image composition easier.

The AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mmf/4-5.6G IF-ED also incorporates proven Nikonfeatures and technologies such as the SWM, whichoffers quiet and smooth autofocusing, and oneED glass element that provide higher resolutionand high-contrast images.

The AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mmf/4-5.6G IF-ED is the only entry level VR lens ata very affordable price.*Under Nikon measurement conditions.

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FEATURED PRODUCT - AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED

MAJOR FEATURES• A compact telephoto zoom lens featuring

VR and SWM at an af fordable pr ice• Vibration Reduction (VR) offers the equivalent

of shutter speeds 3 stops faster for more flexiblehand-held shooting

• A wide 55-200mm (picture angle equivalent to82.5-300mm lens in the 35mm format)3.6x zoom range offers high quality images

• An ED glass element helps minimize chromaticaberration, providing superior contrast andhigher resolution

• Compact SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for quiet autofocusing

• Optical performance highly complementsNikon DSLR cameras

AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED Specifications

FOCAL LENGTH 55-200mm

(picture angle equivalent to a 82.5-300mm lens in the 35mm format)

MAXIMUM APERTURE f/4-5.6

MINIMUM APERTURE f/22-32

LENS CONSTRUCTION 15 elements in 11 groups (one ED glass element)

PICTURE ANGLE 28°50' - 8°

MINIMUM FOCUS RANGE 1.1m (3.6 ft.) (through the entire zoom range)

ATTACHMENT SIZE 52mm

DIMENSIONS (APPROX.) 73.0 x 99.5mm (2.9 x 3.9 in.)

WEIGHT (APPROX.) 335g (11.8 oz.)

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES 52mm Snap-on front lens cap (LC-52), Rear lens cap (LF-1),

Bayonet hood (HB-37), Flexible lens pouch (CL-0918)

ED glass elements

VR system

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5.0 million

1/2.5-in. CCD

3x Zoom-Nikkor; 6.2-18.6mm

(35mm [135] format picture angle:

37.5-112.5mm); f/2.8-5.2; 6

elements in 5 groups

NO

--

40cm to infinity (∞), Macro close-

up mode: 15cm to infinity (∞)

--

2.0-inch type; 153,000-dot TFT

LCD with brightness adjustment

SD / SDHC Cards and internal

memory (approx. 7MB)

Quicktime Movie With sound:

TV movie (640) at 30fps/15fps,

Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps,

Smaller size (160) at 15fps

4-1/2000

Auto (auto gain ISO 64-800)

--

Full-speed USB 2.0 (12Mbps)

Video OUT (NTSC/PAL)

--

--

Two AA alkaline, oxyride, or lithium

batteries, two EN-MH1

rechargeable NiMH batteries

(optional), EH-65A AC adapter

(optional)

Approx. 250 shots with alkaline,

600 shots with lithium, 300 shots

with EN-MH1, or 250 shots with

oxyride batteries (based on CIPA

standard)

Approx. 89.5 x 60.5 x 26mm

Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz.)

Effective PixelsImage Sensor

Lens

AF AssistVibration Reduction

Focus Range

ViewFinder TypeLCD Monitor

Storage Media

Video Recording

Min – Max ShutterSensitivity

Accessory Shoe

Interface I/O Terminal

Wireless Capability

PictmotionPower

Requirements

Battery Life

DimensionsWeight (without batteries)

6.0 million

1/2.5-in. CCD


(35mm [135] format picture

angle: 37.5-112.5mm); f/2.8-5.2;

6 elements in 5 groups

NO

--



--


LCD with brightness adjustment




TV movie (640) at 30fps/15fps,

Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps,

Smaller size (160) at 15fps

4-1/2000


--


Video OUT (NTSC/PAL), ImageLink

--

--





(optional)


600 shots with lithium, 300 shots

with EN-MH1, or 250 shots with

oxyride batteries (based on CIPA

standard)

Approx. 89.5 x 60.5 x 27mm

Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.)

7.1 million

1/2.5-in. CCD



angle: 35-105mm); f/2.8-4.7; 5


NO

Optical Lens shift VR



--

2.5-inch type; 115,000-dot, TFT

LCD with anti-reflection coating



AVI With sound: TV movie (640)

at 30fps, Small size (320) at

30fps/15fps, Smaller size (160)

at 15fps; Stop-motion (640)

4-1/1500


--


AV OUT (NTSC/PAL), ImageLink

--

--





(optional)


600 shots with lithium, or 370

shots with EN-MH1 batteries

(based on CIPA standard)

Approx. 91 x 61 x 26mm

Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.)

7.2 million

1/2.5-in. CCD.



angle: 38-114mm); f/3.3-4.2; 12


YES

Optical lens shift VR



--

3.0-inch type; 230,000-dot wide

viewing angle TFT LCD with anti-

reflection coating




TV movie (640) at 30fps,

Pictmotion (640) at 10fps, Small

size (320) at 30fps, Smaller size

(160) at 15fps; Without sound:

Time-lapse movie at 30fps, Stop-

motion movie (640) at 5, 10,

15fps, Electronic VR (Vibration

Reduction) available (except for

Time-lapse movie)

4-1/2000

Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600

--

Hi-Speed USB, IEEE 802.11b/g

AV/USB cable, EH-64 AC adapter

and ImageLink

IEEE 802.11b/g, wireless range

up to 50m (depending on

environment)

YES

Rechargeable Li-ion Battery

EN-EL8, AC Adapter EH-64

(supplied)

Approx. 130 shots with EN-EL8

battery (based on CIPA standard)

Approx. 97.5 x 59 x 21mm

Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.)

7.2 million

1/2.5-in. CCD.



angle: 38-114mm); f/3.3-4.2; 12


YES




--

3.0-inch type; 230,000-dot wide

viewing angle TFT LCD with anti-

reflection coating




TV movie (640) at 30fps,

Pictmotion (640) at 10fps, Small

size (320) at 30fps, Smaller size

(160) at 15fps; Without sound:

Time-lapse movie at 30fps, Stop-

motion movie (640) at 5, 10,

15fps, Electronic VR (Vibration

Reduction) available (except for

Time-lapse movie)

4-1/2000

Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600

--

Hi-Speed USB

AV/USB cable, EH-64 AC adapter

and ImageLink

--

YES


EN-EL8 (supplied), AC Adapter

EH-64 (optional)



Approx. 92.5 x 59 x 21mm

Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.)

7.1 million

1/2.5-inch. CCD



angle: 38-114mm); f/3.1-5.9; 6


YES

Electronic VR



--

2.5-inch type; 153,000-dot, TFT

LCD with anti-reflection coating

SD / SDHC memory cards and

internal memory (approx.20MB)

AVI With sound: TV movie (640)

at 30fps, Small size (320) at

30fps/15fps, Smaller size (160)

at 15fps; Without sound: Time-

lapse movie at 30fps, Stop-motion

(640), Electronic VR (Vibration

Reduction) available except with

Time-lapse movie

4-1/1000

Auto, ISO 50, 100, 200, 400,

800, 1000

--


AV OUT (NTSC/PAL)

--

--



EH-62D (optional)



Approx. 91.5 x 56.5 x 18.5mm

Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.)

7.1 million

1/2.5-in. CCD.



angle: 35-105mm); f/2.8-4.7; 5


YES




--


LCD monitor with anti-reflection

coating

SD / SDHC Cards s and internal


AVI movie With sound: TV movie

(640) at 30fps, Small size (320)

at 30fps/15fps, Smaller size (160)

at 15fps; Without sound: Time-

lapse movie at 30fps, Stop-motion

movie

4-1/1500

Auto, 50, 100, 200, 400, 800,

1600, 2000

--


Audio Video output (NTSC/PAL)

--

--



EH-62D (optional)



Approx. 88 x 51 x 22 mm

Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.)

10.0 million

1/1.8-in. CCD. Total pixels

(approx. 10.37 million)

3.5x Zoom-Nikkor; 7.5-26.3mm


angle: 36-126mm); f/2.7-5.3; 7


YES


30cm to infinity (∞) [W],

70cm to infinity (∞) [T]Macro

close-up mode: 4cm to infinity

(∞)

Optical view finder (OVF)


LCD monitor with anti-reflection

coating



AVI movie With sound: TV movie

(640) at 30fps/15fps, Small size

(320) at 15fps, Smaller size (160)

at 15fps, Sepia (320) at 15fps,

Monochromatic (320) at 15fps;

Without sound: Time-lapse movie

at 30fps

8-1/2000

Auto, 64, 100, 200, 400, 800,

1600, 2000, 3200

(ISO 3200: 5M or smaller)

Yes, iTTL with SB-400. SB-600

and SB-800


Audio Video output (NTSC/PAL)

--

--



EH-62A (optional)



Approx. 98 x 64.5 x 41mm

Approx. 200 g (7.1 oz.)

COMPARISON CHART

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FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX L10 & L11FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX L10 & L11

Tokyo – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announcethe introduction of the COOLPIX L11 and theCOOLPIX L10. With the COOLPIX L11 packing6.0 effective megapixels and the L10 packing 5.0effective megapixels, and both cameras offeringeasy operation, they enable even absolutebeginners to take great- looking pictures.

Each featuring a powerful 3x Nikkor-Zoom lenswith a focal range of 37.5-112.5mm (35mmequivalent), the COOLPIX L11 and L10 make iteasy for users to capture special moments withfriends and family, anytime. And because theyoffer the aforementioned image resolution of 6.0and 5.0 effective megapixels respectively, theCOOLPIX L11 and L10 are great for capturingfine detail with sharpness that remains even whenimages are significantly enlarged.

Both cameras additionally feature large LCDmonitors that make for easy image compositionand handy playback anywhere. The LCD of theCOOLPIX L11 measures an impressive 2.4-inchesacross while that of the L10 measures 2.0-inchesacross – ample dimensions that make it easy foreveryone to gather round and enjoy the results.

EASY SHOOTING WITH SMOOTH OPERATION, ENABLING ANYONE TOGET GREAT RESULTS, MORE OF THE TIME.

ISO 800 CAPABILITY EXTENDS SHOOTING INLOW LIGHT

Accurately measuring availablel i gh t , t he L11 and L10automatically select the bestsensitivity setting. And withimpressive sensitivity range up

to ISO 800, they make it easy totake great looking pictures in low light conditions.

SIMPLY BETTER PORTRAITSThe COOLPIX L11 and L10 both

feature three unique Nikoninnovations that enable anyone toimprove their images in-camera–

• F a c e - p r i o r i t y A F t h a tautomatically detects and achieves

sharp focus on people’s faces wherever they arein the frame.

• In-Camera Red-Eye Fix that can automaticallyovercome the red-eye effect sometimes caused byflash.

• Nikon’s D-Lighting that can rescue underexposedimages or shots taken with too much backlight.

COMPATIBLE WITH AA BATTERIESUnlike many compact digital cameras on themarket the COOLPIX L11 and the COOLPIX L10are compatible with AA-size batteries. Thanks tothis advantage, users never have to worry aboutrecharging their batteries or running out of powerat an unfortunate moment. They can simply pickup a new set of batteries no matter where theyare in the world and keep on shooting withoutworry.

S D H C M E M O R Y C A R D C O M PAT I B L EThe COOLPIX L11 and L10both support SD up to 2GBand SDHC of 4GB andabove. SD High Capacity(SDHCTM) card is the new

SD™ memory card based on the SDA 2.00specif ication, introduced by the SD CardAssociation. This new SDA 2.00 specificationenables SD cards to reach higher capacities -4GB-32GB.RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE COOLPIX L10: S$279 | COOLPIX L11: S$ 329

EFFECTIVE PIXELS L11: 6.0 million L10: 5.0 million

IMAGE SENSOR 1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: approx. 6.18 million (L11) / 5.05 million total pixels (L10)

LENS: 3x Zoom-Nikkor 6.2-18.6mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 37.5-112.5mm) ;

f/2.8-5.2; 6 elements in 5 groups; Digital zoom: up to 4x (35mm [135] format picture

angle: approx. 450mm)

FOCUS RANGE (FROM LENS): 40cm (1 ft. 4 in.) to infinity (∞),

Macro close-up mode: 15cm (5.9 in.) to infinity (∞)

MONITOR L11: 2.4-in., 115,000-dot, TFT LCD with brightness adjustment

L10: 2.0-in., 153,000-dot, TFT LCD with brightness adjustment

STORAGE MEDIA: Internal memory (approx. 7 MB), SD / SDHC memory cards

MOVIE: Quicktime Movie with sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps/15fps,

Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps

IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) L11: 2816 x 2112 (High: 2816*/Normal: 2816), 2048 x 1536 (Normal: 2048),

1024 x 768 (PC screen: 1024), 640 x 480 (TV screen: 640) L10: 2560 x 1920

(High: 2560*/Normal: 2560), 2048 x 1536 (Normal: 2048), 1024 x 768

(PC screen: 1024), 640 x 480 (TV screen: 640)

ISO SENSITIVITY Auto (auto gain ISO 64-800)

BUILT-IN FLASH Range: (W) approx. 0.4-3.0m (1 ft. 4 in. – 9 ft. 10 in.), (T) approx. 0.4-2.5m

(1 ft. 4 in. – 8 ft. 2 in.)

INTERFACE: USB

LANGUAGES: Czech, Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch,

Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified

and Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Thai

POWER SOURCES: Two AA alkaline, oxyride, or lithium batteries, two EN-MH1 rechargeable NiMH

batteries (optional), EH-65A AC adapter (optional)

BATTERY LIFE (APPROX.): Approx. 250 shots with alkaline, 600 shots with lithium, or 300 shots with EN-MH1,

or 250 shots with oxyride batteries (based on CIPA standard)

DIMENSIONS (WxHxD): L11: 89.5 x 60.5 x 27 mm (3.5 x 2.4 x 1.1 in.) excluding projections

L10: 89.5 x 60.5 x 26 mm (3.5 x 2.4 x 1.0 in.) excluding projections

WEIGHT: L11: Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) without battery and SD memory card

L10: Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz.) without battery and SD memory card

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

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FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX L12FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX L12

Tokyo – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announcethe introduction of the COOLPIX L12. A qualitycompact digital camera that combines qualityperformance with exceptionally easy operation,the COOLPIX L12 also offers the advantage of VRimage stabilization that enables even absolutebeginners to take sharp and steady shots inunstable conditions.

Offering the full imaging potential of 7.1 effectivemegapixels, the COOLPIX L12 captures true-to-life color with fine detail that remains even whenimages are considerably enlarged. The COOLPIXL12 also features a powerful 3x Zoom-Nikkor lenswith an ample range of 35-105mm that deliversthe compositional potential to capture everythingfrom closely composed portraits to wide-openviews.

VR IMAGE STABILIZATION CORRECTS CAMERASHAKE

One of the key advantages of theCOOLPIX L12 is its optical lensshift VR ability that overcomescamera shake to produceclearer, steadier images. And

because the function remains

TAKE PLEASING PICTURES WITH EASY OPERATION AND OVERCOMECAMERA SHAKE AT A TOUCH.

active as long as the camera is switched on, itproduces a sharper image on the LCD that makesit easier to choose the right moment to shoot.

The COOLPIX L12 alsofeatures a handy Anti-Shake button, too, thatactivates three featuressimultaneously for sharper images – lens shift VR,High-Sensitivity mode and BSS (Best Shot Selector).


The COOLPIX L12 takes greatpictures in more challengingconditions as well, thanks tohigh light sensitivity up to ISO1600. Not only does such

sensitivity make it easy to achievebetter pictures when shooting with less availablelight, but it also enables faster shutter speeds thatare essential for the capture of fast-moving subjects.

SIMPLY BETTER PORTRAITSThe COOLPIX L12 also boasts three unique Nikoninnovations that allow anyone to take better picturesin difficult conditions. Instantly accessible at the

touch of a handy One-touchportrait button, they comprise:

• . F a c e - p r i o r i t y A F t h a tautomat ica l ly de tec ts and

achieves sharp focus on people’sfaces wherever they are in the f rame.

• In-Camera Red-Eye Fix that can automaticallyovercome the red-eye effect sometimes caused byflash, and

• Nikon’s D-Lighting that can rescue underexposedimages or shots taken with too much backlight.

COMPATIBLE WITH AA BATTERIESUnlike many compact digital cameras on themarket the COOLPIX L12 are compatible withAA-size batteries. Thanks to this advantage, users

never have to worry about recharging theirbatteries or running out of power at an unfortunatemoment. They can simply pick up a new set ofbatteries no matter where they are in the worldand keep on shoo t i ng w i t hou t wor r y.

S D H C M E M O R Y C A R D C O M PAT I B L EThe COOLPIX 12 supportSD up to 2GB and SDHCof 4GB and above. SDHigh Capacity (SDHCTM)card is the new SD™

memory card based on the SDA2.00 specification,introduced by the SD Card Association. This newSDA 2.00 specification enables SD cards to reachhigher capacities - 4GB-32GB.

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE L12: S$379


EFFECTIVE PIXELS 7.1 million

IMAGE SENSOR 1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: approx. 7.41 million

LENS 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 5.7-17.1mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 35-105mm);


angle: approx. 420mm)

FOCUS RANGE (FROM LENS) 50cm (1 ft. 8 in.) to infinity (∞), Macro close-up mode: 15cm (5.9 in.) to infinity (∞)

MONITOR 2.5-in., 115,000-dot, TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating

STORAGE MEDIA Internal memory (approx. 21 MB) and SD memory cards

MOVIE AVI Movie with sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps,

Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Stop-motion (640)

IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) 3072 x 2304 (High: 3072*, Normal: 3072), 2592 x 1944 (Normal: 2592),

2048 x 1536 (Normal: 2048), 1024 x 768 (PC screen: 1024), 640 x 480

(TV screen: 640), 3072 x 1728 (16:9)

VIBRATION REDUCTION (VR) Lens shift VR

ISO SENSITIVITY Auto (auto gain ISO 50-1600)

BUILT-IN FLASH Range: (W) 0.5-8.0m (1 ft. 8 in. – 26 ft. 3 in.), (T) approx. 0.5-4.5m

(1 ft. 8 in. – 14 ft. 9 in.)

INTERFACE USB

LANGUAGES Czech, Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch,



POWER SOURCES Two AA alkaline, oxyride, or lithium batteries, two EN-MH1 rechargeable

NiMH batteries (optional), EH-65A AC adapter (optional)

BATTERY LIFE Approx. 150 shots with alkaline, 600 shots with lithium, or 370 shots with EN-MH1

batteries (based on CIPA standard)

DIMENSIONS (WxHxD) 91 x 61 x 26 mm (3.6 x 2.4 x 1.0 in.) excluding projections

WEIGHT Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz.) without battery and SD memory card

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OUTSTANDING STYLE AND PHOTO ENJOYMENT – WITH STATE-OF-THE-ART DESIGN, ADVANCES FOR MORE SUCCESSFUL SHOOTING ANDEXCITING FEATURES FOR SHARING.

Tokyo – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announcethe introduction of the COOLPIX S50c and theCOOLPIX S50. Two outstanding compact digitalcameras with stylish wave-surface designs, theyoffer a variety of advanced functions and makeit easy to share the joy of successful shooting.What’s more, the COOLPIX S50c also offers theadditional advantage of built-in Wi-Fi capability.

Not only do both the COOLPIX S50c and theCOOLPIX S50 feature powerful 7.2 effectivemegapixel imaging capability that allows imagesto stay sharp even when significantly enlarged.They also incorporate an especially compact built-in “right-angle” optical VR lens. Combiningp leas ing 38-114mm (35mm equ iva len t )performance with minimal dimensions, these 3xZoom-Nikkor lenses make it easy to compose allkinds of shots ranging from tight portraits to wide-open landscapes.

Thanks to their large 3.0-inch wide-angle LCDmonitors, composition with the COOLPIX S50c

and the COOLPIX S50 is a cinch. The large screenalso makes it easy to play back images anywhereand an anti-reflection coating means it’s alwayseasy to see the image on the screen – even indirect sunlight. Furthermore, the screen serves asan excellent platform for the Pictmotion functionthat allows users to select their favorite moviesand images, then combine them with music andvisual styles to share images in a more entertainingmanner. And as the Pictmotion function has nowbeen improved with new VGA quality, users canenjoy clearer display when viewing Pictmotionthrough TV output.


The COOLPIX S50c and theCOOLPIX S50 each feature anespecially compact built-in“right-angle” optical VR 3x

Zoom-Nikkor lens. Offering apleasing 38-114mm range (35mm

equivalent ) , they not on ly de l iver great

compositional freedom, but also overcome theeffects of camera shake to produce clearer, sharperimages. Whenever the power is switched on, theimage appearsstabilized on thelarge LCD monitoruntil the momentt h e s hu t t e r i spressed. And thes y s t e m i s s oeffective, it’s like shooting at a shutter speed threestops faster.

Coupled with a handy Anti-Shake button thatovercomes camera shake by activating lensshift VR, High-Sensitivity mode and BSS all atonce, the COOLPIX S50/S50c produce shots thatare steady, sharp and much more satisfying.


Light sensitivity can be manuallyset as high as ISO 1600. Thiscreates new creates newopportunities to take sharper,more natural looking photos in

lower lighting conditions. Thisallows the use of faster shutter speeds to avoidblurred results when shooting moving subjects ori n l oca t ions w i t h i n su f f i c i en t l i gh t i ng .

INNOVATIVE NIKON IN-CAMERA CORRECTIONFEATURES

The COOLPIX S50 and S50cfeature a selection of threeinnovative functions that providethe ability to actually improvethe quality of images within the

came ra . Fa c e - p r i o r i t y AFautomatically finds, then focuses on people’s facesfor crisp, clear results time after time. In-Camera

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE COOLPIX S50: S$499 | COOLPIX S50c: S$549

Red-Eye Fix automatically compensates to helperadicate traces of the annoying red-eye effectthat can sometimes be encountered during flashphotography. Completing the set is D-Lighting,which can be applied to improve underexposedimages or shots taken with too much backlight.D-Lighting automatically creates a copy of theimage with detail added where necessary, butwith well-exposed areas left completely untouched.* Face recognition capability may be limited in some shootingconditions.

PICTMOTIONPictmotion lets users select favorite

images and movies , thencombine them with musicpieces pre-installed, 10 piecesloadable) and visual styles to

create an entertaining audiovisualshow for enjoyment anywhere. Now offering VGAqua l i t y, P i c tmo t ion o f fe r s even c l eare rdisplay when viewed through TV output.

COOLPIX CONNECT WITH WIRELESS TRANSFER(FOR COOLPIX S50c ONLY)

The COOLPIX S50c features a built-in wireless unit that enables IEEE802.11b/g LAN suppor t .Thanks to this, users can makethe most of Nikon’s exciting

COOLPIX CONNECT servicescomprising Picture Mail and Picture Bank.

Picture Mail makes it easy to share the joy ofphotography with friends and family by wirelessly

FEATURED PRODUCT - S50/S50c FEATURED PRODUCT - S50/S50c

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SLIM STYLING AND FINE QUALITY THAT MAKES DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHYMORE FUN EVERYWHERE YOU GO

uploading pictures from the COOLPIX S50c to theNikon server, then sending an email messageinforming recipients of the URL where they arestored. Recipients can then view the images,download them or enjoy them as a slideshow.Picture Bank, on the other hand, can star tautomatically when an AC adapter is connectedor be operated manually, establishing a wirelessconnection to the Nikon server, then securelyuploading pictures not previously uploaded.

S D H C M E M O R Y C A R D C O M PAT I B L EThe COOLP IX S200support SD up to 2GB andSDHC of 4GB and aboveS D H i g h C a p a c i t y(SDHCTM) card is the new

SD™ memory card based on the SDA 2.00specif ication, introduced by the SD CardAssociation. This new SDA 2.00 specificationenables SD cards to reach higher capacities -4GB-32GB.



IMAGE SENSOR 1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: approx.7.41 million


f/3.3-4.2; 12 elements in 9 groups; Digital zoom: up to 4x (35mm [135] format

picture angle: 456mm)

FOCUS RANGE (FROM LENS) 30cm (1 ft.) to infinity (∞), Macro close-up mode: 4cm (1.6 in.) to infinity (∞)

MONITOR 3.0-in., 230,000-dot, wide viewing angle TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating

STORAGE MEDIA Internal memory (approx. 13 MB), SD memory cards

MOVIE Quicktime Movie With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Pictmotion (640)

at 10fps, Small size (320) at 30fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Without sound:

Time-lapse movie at 30fps, Stop-motion movie (640) at 5, 10, 15fps, Electronic VR

(Vibration Reduction) available (except for Time-lapse movie)

IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) 3072 x 2304 (High: 3072*/Normal: 3072), 2592 x 1944 (Normal: 2592),

2048 x 1536 (Normal: 2048), 1024 x 768 (PC: 1024), 640 x 480 (TV: 640),

3072 x 1728 (16:9)

VIBRATION REDUCTION (VR) Optical lens shift VR

ISO SENSITIVITY ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto (auto gain ISO 100-800)

PICTMOTION 5 styles selectable to playback movies or up to 200 still images, 5 music files

pre-installed, max. 10 music files loadable*

BUILT-IN FLASH Range: (W) 0.3 to 6.0m (12 in. to 19 ft. 8 in.), (T) 0.3 to 4.0 (12 in. to 13 ft. 1 in.)

INTERFACE S50c: Hi-Speed USB, IEEE 802.11b/g, S50: Hi-Speed USB




POWER SOURCES Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-64

(S50c: supplied, S50: optional)

BATTERY LIFE Approx. 130 shots with EN-EL8 battery (based on CIPA standard)

DIMENSIONS (WxHxD) S50c: Approx. 97.5 x 59 x 21 mm (3.8 x 2.3 x 0.8 in.) excluding projections,

S50: Approx. 92.5 x 59 x 21 mm (3.6 x 2.3 x 0.8 in.) excluding projections


SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES** Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8, AC adapter EH-64 (S50c), Battery Charger

MH-62 (S50), AV/USB Cable UC-E12, Strap, Printer Dock Accessory:

Dock Insert PV-12, PictureProject CD-ROM

FEATURED PRODUCT - S50/S50c


Tokyo — Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce

the introduction of the COOLPIX S200. Packing

style, advanced functions and high performance

into an ultra-slim design, this new compact digital

camera lets anybody enjoy the ease and quality

of COOLPIX photography.

With its advanced

functions wrapped

comfortably into a

super-thin aluminum

body measuring just 18.5mm*, the COOLPIX S200

blends classic camera design with sophisticated

styling. And its quality materials and construction

are instantly recognizable when taken into the

hand.

Combining 7.1 effective megapixels of imaging

performance with a 38-114mm (35mm equivalent)

3x Zoom-Nikkor lens, the COOLPIX S200 ably

captures everything from panoramic landscapes

to close-up portraits with outstanding clarity and

true-to-life color. Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction)

compensates for camera shake or movement by

unsteady subjects to realize yet sharper results.

VR IMAGE STABILIZATION CORRECTS CAMERA

SHAKE

The COOLPIX S200 features

electronic Vibration Reduction

(VR) capability that allows users

to overcome the ef fects of

camera shake to p roduce

satisfyingly sharp images. Taking data from a

built-in angular velocity sensor, the system applies

in-camera image processing to turn blurred images

into beautifully sharp results. Anti-Shake mode

also employs e-VR to deliver clearer, more stable

images in d i ve r se shoo t ing s i t ua t ions .

FEATURED PRODUCT - S200

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Face-priority AF automatically finds, then focuses

on people’s faces for crisp, clear results time after

time. In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically

compensates to help eradicate traces of the

annoying red-eye effect that can sometimes be

encountered during flash photography. Completing

the set is D-Lighting, which can be applied to

improve underexposed images or shots taken with

too much backlight. D-Lighting automatically

creates a copy of the image with detail added

where necessary, but with well-exposed areas left

completely untouched.

* Face recognition capability may be limited in some shooting

conditions.

S D H C M E M O R Y C A R D C O M PAT I B L E

The COOLPIX S200 support

SD up to 2GB and SDHC

of 4GB and above. SD High

Capacity (SDHCTM) card

is the new SD™ memory card based on the SDA

2.00 specification, introduced by the SD Card

Association. This new SDA 2.00 specification

enables SD cards to reach higher capacities -

4GB-32GB.

ANTI-SHAKE MODE

Anti-shake mode adds to the fun of carefree

shooting without compromising image quality,

automatically activating e-VR, setting the optimal

ISO for steady results, and employing BSS (Best

Shot Selector) to select the sharpest image from

up to ten sequential shots. And High-Sensitivity

mode makes the most of the cameras’ extended

light sensitivity range by choosing the optimal

setting up to ISO 1000, a major benefit when

shooting fast-moving subjects or aiming to achieve

clearer results in lower light.

ISO 1000 CAPABILITY EXTENDS SHOOTING IN

LOW LIGHT

Light sensitivity can be manually

set as high as ISO 1000. This

allows the use of faster shutter

speeds to avoid blurred results

when shooting moving subjects

or in locations with insufficient lighting. A new

image-processing engine with enhanced noise

reduction and an improved signal-to-noise ratio

preserves high image quality and demonstrates

superior light sensitivity. In High Sensitivity mode,

the ISO setting is automatically adjusted from ISO

50 to as high as ISO 1000 to ensure optimal

exposure and carefree shooting in lower light.

INNOVATIVE NIKON IN-CAMERA CORRECTION

FEATURES

The COOLPIX S200 features a

selection of three innovative

functions that provide the ability

to actually improve the quality

of images within the camera.

FEATURED PRODUCT - S200 FEATURED PRODUCT - S200



IMAGE SENSOR 1/2.5-inch type (Approx. 7.41 million total pixels)



angle: 456mm)

FOCUS RANGE (FROM LENS) 60cm (2 ft.) to infinity (∞), Macro close-up mode: 10cm (3.9 in.) to infinity (∞)



MOVIE AVI Movie with sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps,

Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Without sound: Time-lapse movie at 30fps, Stop-motion

(640), Electronic VR (Vibration Reduction) available except with Time-lapse movie

IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) 3072 x 2304 (High: 3072*/Normal: 3072), 2592 x 1944 (Normal: 2592), 2048 x 1536

(Normal: 2048), 1024 x 768 (PC: 1024), 640 x 480 (TV: 640), 3072 x 1728 (16:9)

VIBRATION REDUCTION (VR) Electronic VR

ISO SENSITIVITY ISO 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1000, Auto (auto gain ISO 50-800)

BUILT-IN FLASH Range: (W) 0.6 to 5.4m (2 ft. to 17 ft. 9 in.), (T) 0.6 to 2.8m (2 ft. to9 ft. 2 in.)

INTERFACE USB

SUPPORTED LANGUAGES Czech, Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch,

Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified and

Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Thai

POWER SOURCES Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-62D (optional)


DIMENSIONS (WxHxD) Approx. 91.5 x 56.5 x 18.5 mm (3.6 x 2.2 x 0.7 in.) excluding projections


SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES* Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10, Battery Charger MH-63, USB Cable UC-E6,

Audio Video Cable EG-CP14, Strap, PictureProject CD-ROM

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AC Adapter EH-62D

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FEATURED PRODUCT - S500 FEATURED PRODUCT - S500

THE ULTIMATE IN RESPONSIVE PERFORMANCE ELEGANTLY WRAPPED INTHE WORLD’S SMALLEST BODY

classic camera appeal of the most compact digitalcamera* among competing models also flaunt itsappeal. The same dedication to engineeringexcellence is also found in the slim design of thelens and its image-stabilizing optical lens shift VRunit. In some regions, the COOLPIX S500 will beavailable in a choice of Urban Black or Silverbody colors.


The COOLPIX S500 featuresproven lens shift VR (VibrationReduction) technology originallydeveloped for interchangeable

lenses used with Nikon SLRcamera systems. Nikon's exclusive

VR system provides the ability to shoot at shutterspeeds as much as three steps slower withoutblurring the image, helping to overcome camerashake and stabilize shots of unsteady subjects.Active the whole time the COOLPIX S500 is turnedon, VR also stabilizes images displayed on the2.5-inch high-resolution LCD, making it easier toframe shots and capture the moment as intended.

F a c e - p r i o r i t y A Fautomatically finds,t h e n f o c u s e s o npeople’s faces for crisp,clear results time aftertime. In-Camera Red-

Eye Fix automatically compensates to helperadicate traces of the annoying red-eye effectthat can sometimes be encountered during flashphotography. Completing the set is D-Lighting,which can be applied to improve underexposedimages or shots taken with too much backlight.

D-Lighting automatically creates a copy of theimage with detail added where necessary, butwith well-exposed areas left completely untouched.* Face recognition capability may be limited in some shootingconditions.

S D H C M E M O R Y C A R D C O M PAT I B L EThe COOLP IX S500support SD up to 2GB andSDHC of 4GB and above.S D H i g h C a p a c i t y(SDHCTM) card is the new


ANTI-SHAKE MODEOne press of the buttonactivates Anti-Shakemode for clearer resultsin low l ight or a ttelephoto focal length

settings. High-ISO automatically sets the optimalISO and works with VR (Vibration Reduction) todeliver steady results, while BSS (Best Shot Selector)selects and saves the sharpest image from up toten sequential shots.


Light sensitivity can be manually setas high as ISO 2000, allowingthe camera to select fastershutter speeds and preventblurred results when shooting in

lower lighting conditions or whencapturing fast-moving subjects. A new

image-processing engine with enhanced noisereduction and an improved signal-to-noise ratiopreserves high image quality, even when shootingat the high ISO settings it makes possible. In HighSensitivity mode, the ISO setting is automaticallyadjusted from ISO 50 to as high as ISO 1600 toensure optimal exposure and carefree shooting inlower light.


The One-touch portrait buttonmakes it easier than ever to takegreat-looking photographs byoffering direct access to aselection of three innovative

functions that provide the abilityto actually improve the quality of images withinthe camera.


Tokyo — NikonC o r p o r a t i o n i spleased to announcethe introduction ofthe COOLPIX S500.B l e n d i n gsophisticated stylingand quality construction with advanced featuresand high performance, the COOLPIX S500 bringspure enjoyment and new meaning to carrying acompact digital camera.

Combining 7.1 effective megapixels of resolutionand a new high-performance image-processingengine with a 35-105mm (equivalent with 35mmformat picture angle) 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens, theCOOLPIX S500 ably captures everything frompanoramic vistas to close-up portraits withouts tanding clari ty and true-to- l i fe color.

Nikon chose stainless steel for the body to deliveran elegant package that clearly demonstratesdedication to quality materials and craftsmanship.Not only does it provide a solid metallic feel andreassuringly firm grip, but the chic contours and

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FEATURED PRODUCT - S500


IMAGE SENSOR 1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: approx. 7.38 millions

LENS: 3x Zoom-Nikkor; 5.7-17.1mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 35-105mm);


angle: 420mm)

FOCUS RANGE (FROM LENS) 50cm (1 ft. 8 in.) to infinity (∞), Macro close-up mode: 15cm (5.9 in.) to infinity (∞)



MOVIE With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps, Small size (320) at 30fps/15fps, Smaller size

(160) at 15fps; Without sound: Time-lapse movie at 30fps, Stop-motion movie

IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) 3072 x 2304 (High: 3072*/Normal: 3072), 2592 x 1944 (Normal: 2592), 2048 x 1536

(Normal: 2048), 1024 x 768 (PC: 1024), 640 x 480 (TV: 640), 3072 x 1728 (16:9)


ISO SENSITIVITY ISO 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, Auto (auto gain ISO 50-1000)

BUILT-IN FLASH Range: (W) 0.5 to 7.5m (1 ft. 8 in. to 24 ft. 7 in.), (T) 0.5 to 4.0m

(1 ft. 8 in. to 13 ft. 1 in.)

INTERFACE USB




POWER SOURCES Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-62D (optional)


DIMENSIONS (WxHxD) Approx. 88 x 51 x 22 mm (3.5 x 2.0 x 0.9 in.) excluding projections


SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES* Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10, Battery Charger MH-63, USB Cable UC-E6,

Audio Video Cable EG-CP14, Strap, PictureProject CD-ROM


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FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX P5000 FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX P5000

Tokyo — Nikon Corporation is pleased to announcethe introduction of the COOLPIX P5000, a newcompact digital camera that offers advancedfunctions, ease of operation and high image qualitythat is sure to satisfy photo and camera enthusiasts.

High performance and outstanding image qualityare the hallmarks of the COOLPIX P5000. The funstarts with a full 10.0 megapixels of sharpresolution. That’s enough to capture the finestdetails, crop creatively, and produce beautifulenlargements. Featuring the compositional freedomof 3.5x optical zoom capability, the COOLPIXP5000 incorporates a 36-126mm Zoom-Nikkorlens (35mm equivalent) that proves equally handywhen zooming in for tight compositions or zoomingout to capture sweeping vistas or buildings.

Extended light sensitivity range up to ISO 3200*opens new worlds of photographic opportunitiesby adding the power to shoot more effectively inlower lighting conditions, or to capture fast movingsubjects with outstanding clarity. The COOLPIXP5000’s new image-processing engine withenhanced noise reduction and an improved signal-

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS, FLEXIBLE CONTROL, OPERATING EASE ANDSUPERIOR IMAGE QUALITY ADD UP TO GREATER PHOTO ENJOYMENT

to-noise(S/N) ratio preserves high image quality,even when shooting at high ISO sett ings.*ISO 3200 is avai lable only for image sizes of 5M(2592 x 1944) or smaller.

Logically placed and easily accessed buttons andcontrols simplify and streamline camera operation.This includes the new Mode dial, which providesquick access to a selection of 16 different scene-optimized modes, seven movie modes, Anti-Shakemode and High-Sensitivity mode.

The Mode dial also offers learning and advancedphotographers a choice of

Programmed Auto [P],Shutter-priority Auto [S],Aperture-priority Auto[A], and Manual [M]exposure modes for even

grea te r con t ro l overcamera operation.

The COOLPIX P5000 features advanced functionswhich are skillfully packed into a lightweight yetsolid body that features a magnesium alloy front

panel, an optical viewfinder, a textured finish thatis reminiscent of the feel of leather, and acomfortable new grip covered in grid-patternrubber for a reassuring hold.


The COOLPIX P5000 featuresproven optical lens shift VR(Vibration Reduction) technologyo r ig i na l l y deve loped f o rinterchangeable lenses used in

Nikon SLR camera sys tems.

Angular veloci ty sensors measure cameramovement, calculate the amount of compensationrequired, and the VR lens unit instantly adjustsposition to offset camera shake. Nikon’s exclusive

VR system provides the ability to shootat shutter speeds as much as

three steps slower withoutblurring the image, whilealso providing a smootherimage on the LCD monitor

that aids composi t ion.

The result is sharper whenshooting in low light, when taking advantage ofthe reach of the 3.5x Zoom-Nikkor lens, or whenreaching farther with an optional TelephotoConverter lens.

ANTI-SHAKE MODEA turn of the Mode dial activates High ISO andBSS (Best Shot Selector) in addition to VR (VibrationReduction), automatically sets the optimal ISO forsteady results, and selects the sharpest image fromup to ten sequential shots.


Extended light sensitivity range ofISO 64 to ISO 3200* and thenew image-processing engine’sability to preserve high imagequality at high ISO settings

provide new opportunities to shootmore effectively in lower lighting conditions.* ISO 3200 is available only for image sizes of 5M

(2592 x 1944) or smaller.


The COOLPIX P5000 features aselection of three innovativefunctions that provide the abilityto actually improve the qualityof images within the camera.

Face-priority AF automaticallyfinds, then focuses on people’s faces for crisp,clear results time after time. In-Camera Red-EyeFix automatically compensates to help eradicatetraces of the annoying red-eye effect that cansomet imes be encountered dur ing f lashphotography. Completing the set is D-Lighting,which can be applied to improve underexposedimages or shots taken with too much backlight.D-Lighting automatically creates a copy of theimage with detail added where necessary, butwith well-exposed areas left completely untouched.

COMPATIBILITY WITH SYSTEM-EXPANDINGACCESSORIESThe COOLPIX P5000 is compatible with optionallens accessories, including the 0.67x Wide-angleConverter (WC-E67) and 3.0x Telephoto Converter(TC-E3ED) lenses. A built-in accessory shoesupports the use of Nikon’s advanced i-TTL flashcontrol for external flashes, including the SpeedlightSB-400, SB-600 and SB-800.

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE P5000: S$629

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S D H C M E M O R Y C A R D C O M PAT I B L EThe COOLP IX P5000support SD up to 2GB andSDHC of 4GB and above.S D H i g h C a p a c i t y(SDHCTM) card is the new




IMAGE SENSOR 1/1.8-in. CCD; total pixels: approx. 10.37 million

LENS 3.5x Zoom-Nikkor; 7.5-26.3mm (35mm [135] format picture angle: 36-126mm);


angle: 504mm)

FOCUS RANGE (FROM LENS) 30cm (1 ft.) to infinity (∞) [W], 70cm(2 ft. 4 in.) to infinity (∞) [T]; Macro close-up

mode: 4cm (1.6 in.) to infinity (∞) [W], 40cm (1 ft. 4 in.) to infinity (∞) [T]

MONITOR 2.5-in., 230,000-dot, wide viewing angle TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating

STORAGE MEDIA Internal memory (approx. 21MB), SD / SDHC memory cards

MOVIE AVI Movie With sound: TV movie (640) at 30fps/15fps, Small size (320) at 15fps,

Smaller size (160) at 15fps, Sepia (320) at 15fps, Monochromatic (320) at 15fps;

Without sound: Time-lapse movie at 30fps

IMAGE SIZE (PIXELS) 3648 x 2736 (10M), 2592 x 1944 (5M), 2048 x 1536 (3M), 1600x1200 (2M), 1280 x

960 (1M), 1024 x 768 (PC), 640 x 480 (TV), 3648 x 2432 (3:2), 3584 x 2016 (16:9)


ISO SENSITIVITY ISO 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, 3200, Auto (auto gain ISO 64-800)

BUILT-IN FLASH Range: (W) 0.3 to 8.0m (1 ft. to 26 ft. 3 in.), (T) 0.3 to 4.0m (1 ft. to 13 ft. 1 in.)

INTERFACE USB




POWER SOURCES Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-62A (optional)


DIMENSIONS (WxHxD) Approx. 98 x 64.5 x 41 mm (3.9 x 2.5 x 1.6 in.) excluding projections


SB-400SB-800 SB-600

TC-E3EDWC-E67

FEATURED PRODUCT - COOLPIX P5000

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EASILY CONNECTT O A L A R G EMONITOR OR APROJECTOR.

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MAGNIFICATION 20x (fixed)

INTERPUPILLARY DISTANCE 51mm to 72mmADJUSTMENT

OPTICAL SYSTEM Erect unreversed image, eyepiece dioptre separately adjustable

REAL FIELD OF VIEW 11mm (diameter)

FOCUSING RANGE 38mm above from the base of the stage

LIGHT SOURCE Two white LEDs

POWER SWITCH 3-steps (OFF/one LED ON/two LEDs ON)

POWER SOURCE One AA-size alkaline battery

BATTERY LIFE Approx. 10 hours at normal temperature (20°C/68°F)

HEIGHT 162 to 202mm (when observing), 135mm (when not in use)

DEPTH 145mm

WIDTH 106mm

WEIGHT Approx. 595g

COMBINATION OF USABLE • COOLPIX S1/S3/S5/S6/S7/S7c/S8/S9 + FSB-5 • COOLPIX P3/P4 + FSB-4

DIGITALCAMERAS AND • COOLPIX P1/P2 + FSB-3 • COOLPIX 5600 + FSB-2

FIELDSCOPE DIGITAL • COOLPIX 4200/5200/7900 + FSB-1A

CAMERA BRACKET * Shooting magnification varies with digital camera to be used; e.g. when COOLPIX

P3/P4 is connected; approx. 20x at the widest-angle setting, approx. 70x at the maximum

telescopic setting

SYSTEM DIAGRAM


P H O T O G R A P H I C A L L Y P R E S E R V E T H EMICROSCOPIC IMAGES YOU UNCOVER.Make observations and take photos simultaneouslyby easily attaching a Nikon COOLPIX digitalcamera (sold separately), using an FSB-seriesdigital camera bracket (also sold separately). UseZoom function of the COOLPIX to take photoswith up to 70x magnification*.

*Only when using a COOLPIX P3 or P4, with output at A4 size.Use of an COOLPIX S1, S3, S5, S6, S7, S7c, S8 or S9 cameraprovides 60X magnification at A4 size.

CAPTURETokyo – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announcethe introduction of the Nikon EZ-Micro to thefamily of Fieldmicroscope.

With the Nikon EZ-Micro, you don’t have tostruggle with a complex process to view themicroscopic world. Simply place the specimen onthe stage plate and adjust the focus. You canobserve everything within an 11mm field of visionat 20x magnification.

Enjoy powerful microscopic images at 20 timesthe actual size across an 11mm wide field of vision

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Using a special AV Cable connected to COOLPIXcameras that support built in Video output, it iseasy to connect the EZ-Micro to a large screenexternal monitor or LCD projector. In this way, agroup of people can simultaneously view loveimages from the EZ-Micro. An external monitoris excel lent for school c lasses, researchpresentations, or corporate classes.

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Nikon offers latest technology to photo-sharing service from the COOLPIX S50c

PICTURE BANKPicture Bank, on the otherhand, allows users to securelytransfer and store pictures thatare in the camera to the Nikonserver. Uploading of selectedimages can be initiated fromthe [Picture Bank] option in

the [COOLPIX CONNECT] item of the playbackmenu, or images upload can be set to beginautomatically when the AC adapter is connectedto the camera to charge the battery.Singapore – Nikon has unveiled the most

technologically advanced COOLPIX S50c, whichallows pictures to be sent directly to emails orstored securely on a Nikon server via a wirelessconnect ion. This new ser vice - COOLPIXCONNECT, provides users with unique functionsthat have never been available in any compactcamera in this digital age.

With integrated Wi-Fi capability on the COOLPIXS50c, users gain access to Nikon’s unique photo-

sharing service – COOLPIX CONNECT, a newand exciting lifestyle enhancing tool that willchange the way users share and store their pictures.Break away from conventional uploading methodswith COOLPIX CONNECT by sharing and storingpictures using a wireless (Wi-Fi) connection.Nikon's exciting COOLPIX CONNECT comprisesPicture Mail and Picture Bank services, bothoffering ease and convenience in transferringimages.

PICTURE MAILPicture Mail makes it easy to share the joy ofphotography with friends and family by wirelesslyuploading pictures from COOLPIX S50c to a Nikonserver. An email message will then be sent to therecipients informing them of the URL where thepictures are stored. The images can then be viewed,

downloaded or enjoyed as a slideshow online bythe specified recipients.

COOLPIX S50c users can start sharing their picturesas soon as they have taken them and do not haveto wait till they get home before emailing thoseprecious moments to their friends and family.

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LURKING SHADOWText and Pictures By

Steven Yee Pui ChungB.Eng (Mech), FRPS, FPSS, FPSM, Hon.FPSM, Hon.FKCC, AFIAP

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PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS

In this sixth part of a series of techniques, Steven Yee shall sharewith you the tips on how to make use of shadow to createinteresting images. A travel photographer and photographyinstructor, Steven Yee conducts the Nikon D40/D40x, D70sand D80 workshop monthly at The Photographic Societyof Singapore. More of his works can be found onwww.stevenyeephotography.com and www.discovernikon.com

THE FUNNIEST THING ABOUT SHADOW IS THE WAY HE LIKESTO GROW -

Not at all like proper children, which is always very slow;For he sometimes shoots up taller like a rubber ball,And he sometimes gets so little that there’s none of him at all.

Stevenson, Robert Louis (1850–1894). A Child’s Garden of Verses and Underwoods

Shadow come and go in a fleeting moment. Weencounter shadow everyday and everywhere.Sometimes it is very obvious, sometimes it is not.Sometimes it is long, sometimes it disappears.Most often, many people simply walk away withoutnoticing how shadow can help create an interestingphotograph.

There are no special lenses needed to capture theshadow. The COOLPIX with its Program mode isable to do the job well. But of course, the DigitalSLRs provide the photographers with more optionsto play with, such as the higher range of ISO andwider range of aperture.

Your main problem would probably be camerashake due to shutter speed slower than 1/(focallength). In this case, you may have to considerusing a higher ISO and a bigger aperture to getyou a faster shutter speed to minimize camerashake.

The below shall serve as a useful guide to aid youin the search for shadow.

The ingredients for shadow:

☛ The best time to get good natural shadowwill be early morning or late evening on asunny and non cloudy day. The quality oflight and shadow is at its optimum duringthis period.

☛ Shadow is longer early in the morning orlate in the afternoon.

☛ Shadow from artificial light will be great ifthe l igh t source emi t s s t rong l igh t .Sounds like common sense but spotting suchopportunities is not easy even though it canbe found everywhere. The Art of Seeing!

☛ The main subject must have distinct outlinesso that the shadow will be obvious. Avoidgroup of subjects or else the shadow will justbecome one big black area with no distinctshape.

With the above in mind, you can use this techniqueand tips in your quest to catch the lurking shadow.

Center weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO320, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/180s, Aperture f3.8, D2X,18-200mm DX lensWhile checking out at a hotel lobby in China, one of the hotel staff walked in and I immediately shot about ten pictures, out of which I canchoose one or two. Every picture is different, such as the hand and legs movement. No harm shooting more, as opportunities do not repeat

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3-D Matrix metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO400, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/320s, Aperture f3.5, D2X, 18-200mm DX lensWhile walking towards the gate to board the plane, the strong light shines into the waiting area. I anticipated some good photo opportunities and took out mycamera. The long shadow shows that the shot was taken very early in the morning. I waited for a minute for someone to walk past the chairs in the waiting areaand I fired away. It worked well to have the person as a subject. It is good to have a camera all the time.

3-D Matrix metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO125, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/125s, Aperture f4, D2X, 12-24mm lensThe shadow reveals the shape of the windows of a domestic airport in Myanmar. Fortunately, a kid walked out and became my main subject. As usual, took aseries of shots to choose from as he walked towards me.

Centre weighted metering, ISO400, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/250s, Aperture f5.6, D70, 18-70mmI was in an alley in one of the villages in Lijiang, China. The architecture is interesting and the older people there wear traditional costumes. Opportunity camewhen the strong sunlight created the shadow of the roof on the wall. It formed an interesting graphic image with the lady as the subject.

Centre Weighted metering, ISO400, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/250s, Aperture f4, D2X, 18-70mmUpon touch down in Bagan, Myanmar, we made a dash for this shot to catch the early morning light. We were fortunate that we were not late and the shadowis relatively long. We cannot afford to wait for a candid subject to walk in as the shadow becomes shorter quickly as time flies. I asked my guide to ask the foodseller near us to pose for us.

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Centre weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO500, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/320s, Aperture f9, D2X, 18-70mmWhile on a bus, we passed by a slip road and the noon sun created a shadow of the overhead bridge on the road. Graphically, it looks liketwo “Cs”. A bicyclist cycled past and I fired a few shots.

Centre weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO500, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/320s, Aperture f8.5, D2X, 18-200mm DX lensWe were walking along a street in Pushkar, India in the late afternoon. The long shadows looked interesting and I shot this “group photo”. You can guess whichshadow is mine. Third from left.

3-D Matrix metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO250, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/640s, Aperture f4.5, D2X, 18-200mm DX lensAs it approached noon as shown in this picture, the shadow became very much shorter and the quality of light is not very good. The harsh lighting resulted insevere “hotspot” and the “glaring” floor is something which we should try to avoid. Details on the floor are lost.

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Centre weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO400, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/320s, Aperture f8.5, D2H, 18-70mm DX lensThe shadow resulted in interesting shapes on the wall, and created something like a framing effect. The couple became my main subject.

Centre weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO400, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/125s, Aperture f5.6, D70, 18-70mmThe sun was setting. I was in front of a Tibetan house with the door closed. The sun created very good shadows of the tree branches on the white coloured wall.I asked my guide whom I requested to be in traditional Tibetan costume to be my model and it worked well.

Centre Weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO320, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/3200s, Aperture f5, D2X, 18-200mm DX lensTwo people or four people? The early morning light created the shadow of the two people on the wall as we walked up the slope of the Potala Palace, Tibet.Oxygen is very thin there and it was sure not an easy walk.

3-D Matrix metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO800, Aperture Priority Mode, Shutter speed 1/5000s, Aperture f5.6, D2X, 18-70mm ED lensWhy did the chicken cross the road? The bus was moving at high speed along an expressway when the mother hen walked onto the road with her charges. Thebus has to do a jam break white I fired a few shots.

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COMING UP NEXT...Coming up in the next issue, Steven Yee shallshare with you on how to get great shots usingbacklighting. He shall talk about the appropriatesubject matter, background and the execution ofthe technique. Look out for it.

Centre Weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO1600, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1s, Aperture f2.8, D2X, 10.5mm DX lensAfter a sumptuous dinner, we waited for the bus to pick us up. The street was very dark and a car headlamp suddenly shone in our direction with the two menwalking away from us. There was no time to setup a tripod. I set my ISO at 1600, use the wide angle fisheye and fired rapidly. I think I shot almost 8 shots handheldand somehow two or three appeared quite well with no camera shake, at 1s shutter speed.

Centre weighted metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO100, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/125s, Aperture f5.3, D2X, 12-24mm DX lensGroup photograph of myself and my students, we stood in a line in the midst of the setting sun.

3-D Matrix metering, Daylight White Balance, ISO100, Program Mode, Shutter speed 1/500s, Aperture f4, D2X, 12-24mm DX lensI got tired of shooting the ancient ruins of an old city in Xinjiang. The setting sun emitted a very strong orange light which made the place looked so good. I spottedthis angle where I can shoot my shadow.

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WORKSHOP FOR

D80/D70s/D40/D40xDIGITAL SLR

CONDUCTED BY:Mr Steven Yee, an award winning photographer, is the youngest in the world to beconferred the Fellowship of The Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain (FRPS)and the Photographic Society of Singapore (FPSS) in 2003 at the age of 23. He shallshare with the participants the different ways to harness the potential of Nikon D-SLR.

• Survival tips to get good images -- Steven Yee'sWorkflow for freezing objects

• Setting the ASA and White Balance

• The settings in the menu

• Focusing

• How to hold the camera

• File types, compression and sizes

• Camera maintenance (Cleaning the CCD, do's anddon'ts, maintenance of CF card)

• What to do if you want to change lenses

• Having that ideal set of equipment

To apply for Digital Workshop, please contact Dianaor Kellyn

DID: 63343361Fax: 63344657Email: [email protected]

Operating Hours: Mon to Fri: 2pm – 10pmSat to Sun: 12pm – 6pmClosed on Public Holiday

VENUE:The Digital Workshop will be conducted at:

The Photographic Society of Singapore30 Selegie Road, Selegie Arts Centre BuildingLevel 2, Singapore 180030

NOTE:- Course Fee: SIN$20- Course Duration : Approx. 3 hours- Participants must bring along their D40/D40x, D70s or D80 for the workshop.

HIGHLIGHTS OF D80/D70s/D40/D40x WORKSHOP

• The features of the D80/D70s/D40/D40x

• Expectations -- Difference with the Coolpix, advancedfeatures that stand out

• The specifications in brief

• Exposure in brief (Quick into to shutter speed andaperture)

• Using the Program Mode

• Quick intro to P, A, S, M

• Metering settings

• Using the Custom modes

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TERMS & CONDITIONS• Eligibility – Open to all Nikon users residing in Singapore except Nikon staff; photo must be taken by Nikon camera only • Each photographeris only allowed one entry with one photo • Only prints in 8X10 size will be accepted or send to [email protected]. For more information,please visit: www.nikon.com.sg/focus • Print submitted are not returnable • Nikon will not be held for entries lost or damaged Nikon reserves therights to use any photograph entered for publicity and other purposes • The entries will be judged on their relevance to the theme, creativity andoverall technical quality • The winner will be notified by post and his/her name will be published in the next issue of FOCUS

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fellow photographers, her recent works on the Doha AsiaGames were showcased at VivoCity, in an exhibitionorganised by Singapore Sports Council and Nikon Singapore.

Gwen loves the variety of opportunities being a photographerprovides. Aside from engaging in the process of photography,she also believes that photographers need to be savvy inmarketing the art of photography, and to constantlycommunicate with viewers in order to reach a commonground. Gwen values individual expression in the creativefield. She feels that it is crucial to strike a balance betweencommercial assignments and personal works so that the joyof photography will not burn out. In 2005, she decided toset up a photography collective known as The Meeting Pointto share ideas among photographers. Today, The MeetingPoint serves as a platform for photographers and potentialclients to meet and bounce creative ideas off each other.For the love of the art, she hopes that there will be greaterinteraction among photographers in Singapore as well asin the region. Currently, Gwen is pursuing her Master ofArts in Arts & Cultural Management in LASALLE College ofthe Arts.

For more information, please contact

GWEN LEE

Mobile : +65 91845438

Email : [email protected]

THE MEETING POINT

Website : www.themeetingpoint.com.sg

Email : [email protected]

Gwen Lee's love affair with the camera started at 14 whenshe discovered a radical new meaning to the phrase “lookingat the world through tinted lenses” (amongst other excitingparaphernalia). Since then, Gwen has tumbled down rabbitahole into the Wonderland of silver halides. Her curiosity toexplore and to share her thoughts made photography theperfect medium in her life. In 2005, Gwen emerged intothe light a full-time photographer.

Social issues are WRIT LARGE in Gwen’s vocabulary asphotography becomes her visual analogue of the proverbialsoapbox harangue. Amongst her visual polemics deliveredfrom that personal pulpit is “Spirits”, a series that slices theunderbelly of Geylang sleaze to reveal a portrait study byturns both exuberantly transient and lingeringly nostalgic.Using old school method of transparency films and reversedprocessing, Geylang emerges in all her saturated blurredglory to underscore the ephemeral ethos of a nameless andfaceless throng that haunt her. Her personal long termprojects include the photo documentation of Singapore 70'sthrough the exploration of second generation families holdingto trades passed on by their parents. Being restless with aninsatiable desire to explore, she traveled to Tibet three times,and is always contemplating where the next destination is.

Commercially, she covers a range of photography genresfrom editorial, corporate, sports, reportage to travel. In2005, she collaborated with three travel mates to showcasetheir travelogue of Tibet in her first group exhibition, Tibet:Through the Eyes of Four Travellers. In February 2006,Gwen held her first solo exhibition, Travel Light: Storiesfrom Asia, which showcased 60 images taken during herAsia backpacking trips over the last six years, at the OrchardLibrary and Woodlands Regional Library. In July 2006, sheexhibited in the Shooting Home 2005 Reunion exhibitionorganised by Objectifs. In early 2007, together with 2 other

FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: GWEE LEE FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: GWEE LEE

• Despite stiff competition and in the midst of intense pressure, Singapore's musclemen maintained our proud tradition in bodybuilding, with Simon Chua clinchinggold at the Asian Games in Doha

• Singapore's rower Elsie Lim put up commendable performances in races despite windy condition at West Bay Lagoon, Doha.

THE MOMENT PHOTO EXIBITION AT VIVOCITY

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• Lim Heem Wei takes a leap of confidence onto a springboard as he anticipates his land on the vault apparatus. In competition are strong contenders from People’sRepublic of China, Japan and Korea.

• Lim Heem Wei takes a leap of confidence onto a springboard as she anticipates her land on the vault apparatus.

• Peter Gilchrist in action in English snooker category.

• Solitude in Tibet

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• Child outside Jorkhang Temple, Lhasa Tibet

• Old Tibetan lady on inner pilgrim circuit within Jorkhang Temple, Lhasa Tibet

• Morning at Sera Monastery outside Lhasa, Tibet

• Rural child from a village in Eastern part of Tibet.

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• Bird market at Solo, Java

• Scripture Debate at Jorkhang Temple

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A night to celebrate the Lunar New Year aswell as to thank all our fellow businesspartners and dealers! The support renderedby them to Nikon has been tremendous andwords alone would not suffice.

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Here’s a toast to many prosperous yearsahead! Cheers!

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IT SHOW 2007VENUE: Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre • DATE: 8 to 12 March 2007

The numbers just keep growing as the yearsgo by! This time round, the IT show attracteda whooping 718,000 visitors over the 4 days!And Nikon is always there to get a piece ofthe action!

With the arrival of the new products, saleswere constantly churning out. By the secondday, two camera models were already soldout! Customers were asking for more! Eitherthe facelift given to our camera models orour pretty supermodels did the trick! In anycase, a big THANK YOU to all our customerswho have given their trust into Nikon forproducing great pictures!

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1) L122) S50c3) S5004) P5000

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1) It can shoot up to 520 shots on a fully hargedbattery.

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3) The continuous shooting mode can take as fastas 2.5 fames per second

4) Nikon’s Multi-CAM 530 AF Sensor Module gaveyou tack-sharp images, even when your subjectsare moving or dimly lit.

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Q4. Nikon has unveiled the most technologicallyadvanced COOLPIX S50c, which allows pictures tobe sent directly to emails or stored securely on aNikon server via a wireless connection. This newservice is called?

1) Coolpix Link2) Coolpix Connect3) Coolpix S Connect4) Coolpix@ Wireless

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