The Nikon Coolpix P60 is an 8.1 megapixel point and shoot digital camera with a 5x optical zoom lens. The Coolpix P60 is designed for the consumer looking for "creative control" in their digital camera.

It features vibration reduction image stabilization, and also packs an electronic viewfinder in addition to the LCD and Nikon’s EXPEEDTM image processing to keep noise to a minimum even when shooting at a max ISO 2,000 sensitivity.

The Coolpix P60 have a retail price of $299.95 USD when released in March. 

Nikon Coolpix P60 News Release Extract

NIKON’S NEW COOLPIX P60 DIGITAL CAMERA BLENDS FUNCTIONAL STYLING AND ADVANCED FEATURES FOR SOLID PERFORMANCE

Developed for the consumer looking for a compact digital camera with creative control, the 8.1 effective megapixel P60 delivers powerful resolution and a 5x Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens with Vibration Reduction (VR) Image Stabilization for stunningly sharp images. A first in the COOLPIX line, the P60 offers an electronic viewfinder for consumers who like to compose a photo with the camera close to their eye.

The COOLPIX P60 comes with a functional body design and a defined hand grip for secure finger placement and easy operation. The camera’s mode dial includes two exposure modes – Programmed Auto and Manual – to offer consumers creative control over the pictures they take. To ensure sharp and steady images when utilizing the camera’s 5x zoom, the P60 boasts sophisticated Vibration Reduction (VR) Image Stabilization technology, which helps overcome the effects of camera shake. The P60 also sports an extended light sensitivity range up to ISO 2000, which helps capture stunning pictures in low light settings.

The COOLPIX P60 will be available nationwide March 2008 with an MSRP of $229.95**.