* The fastest start-up time
in its class*
* High ISO 6400 capability at any image size up to its maximum
of 4000 x 3000 pixels
* 12.2 effective megapixels for high-resolution images
* 4x Zoom-NIKKOR lens
* 2.7-in. high-resolution LCD monitor
* High performance optical lens shift VR image stabilization
* Motion Detection for sharp, steady results
* Scene Auto Selector provides quick, carefree picture-taking
in a variety of situations
* Subject Tracking for automatic tracking and focusing on a subject
* Quick Retouch for the best balance of contrast and saturation
* Smart Portrait System – Face-priority AF, Smile Mode,
Blink Proof and In-Camera Red-Eye Fix
* D-Lighting adds detail and optimizes exposure to rescue underexposed
images
* Among compact cameras equipped
with 28mm (35mm format equivalent) zoom lens and optical vibration
reduction as of February 3, 2009 (according to research conducted
by Nikon Corporation).