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kon Reveals World’s First Projector Camera

Nikon has revealed four new Coolpix models today, though none of this is news if you read any of the gadget blogs or rumor sites (this blog post on DPReview pretty much sums up my feelings on this issue). The first camera is something I never knew that anyone needed: a compact camera with a built-in projector. Really.

Coolpix S1000pj 

• 12.1 Megapixel CCD
• F3.9-5.8, 5X optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28 – 140 mm
• Vibration Reduction system combines both optical and electronic image stabilization
• 2.7″ LCD display with 230,000 pixels
• Ultra-compact body comes in matte black
• Built-in projector displays photos and movies up to 6.5 feet away at sizes as large as 40 inches
  • Projector has VGA resolution and can run for about an hour before the battery dies
  • Stand and wireless remote control included
• Point-and-shoot operation, with auto scene selection
• Smart Portrait system detects faces, watches out for blinking, removes redeye, and softens skin tones
• Records movies at 640 x 480 (30 fps) with sound
• 36MB onboard memory + SD/SDHC card slot
• Uses EN-EL12 li-ion battery; 220 shots per charge
• Ships in September for $429