Nikon's 26x bridge camera — the Coolpix P100 with tilting screen and HD video.
The Nikon Coolpix P100 is a bridge camera from 2010 with a 26x optical zoom lens covering 26-678mm equivalent. It features a tilting LCD screen, 1080p HD video recording, and a small 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor. Bridge cameras offered significant zoom range in a single non-interchangeable package, targeting casual photographers wanting telephoto reach.
Image quality is limited by the small sensor — acceptable for web use and small prints but lacking the detail and dynamic range of interchangeable lens cameras. The 26x zoom provides useful reach for wildlife and sports at casual distances. Continuous shooting and burst modes are available. The tilting screen enables high and low-angle shooting.
Fixed 26x zoom lens — non-interchangeable. Weight is approximately 480 grams — light for a bridge camera. Build quality is basic consumer-grade plastic. Powered by rechargeable lithium battery. The electronic viewfinder supplements the tilting LCD. Built-in image stabilisation helps at longer focal lengths.
Very cheap on the used market. Check zoom mechanism, LCD, and sensor condition. Thoroughly outdated by modern smartphones and entry-level mirrorless cameras. Only of interest at an extremely low price for casual telephoto work. Modern alternatives in every category are dramatically superior.