Nikon Coolpix 5000

Nikon Coolpix 5000 | 5.0 MP Digital Classic - Good Condition | The Professional’s Pocket Tool

The Nikon Coolpix 5000 (E5000) was a landmark release in the evolution of digital photography, designed for enthusiasts and professionals who demanded high-end features in a compact body. Featuring a high-resolution 5.0-megapixel CCD sensor, it is celebrated for its natural color rendering and sharp detail. The E5000 was pioneering for its time, offering a wide-angle 28-85mm equivalent Zoom-Nikkor lens and a fully articulating vari-angle LCD screen—perfect for creative framing from any angle. Encased in a robust magnesium alloy body and featuring a dedicated hot shoe for external Nikon Speedlights, the Coolpix 5000 feels like a serious photographic tool, bridging the gap between compact convenience and SLR capability.

Key Features

• 5.0 Megapixel CCD sensor for classic, vibrant digital image quality

• High-quality 28-85mm (equiv.) Wide-Angle Zoom-Nikkor lens

• Fully articulating vari-angle LCD monitor for shooting at difficult angles

• Professional-grade Magnesium Alloy body for superior durability

• Full manual control options and RAW (NEF) data recording capability

• External flash hot shoe compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System

Technical Specifications

• Camera Type: Digital Compact Camera

• Lens Mount: Fixed Lens (None)

• Sensor: 5.0 MP 2/3-in. CCD

• Lens: 7.1-21.4mm f/2.8-4.8 (28-85mm equiv.)

• Category: Cameras ▸ Digital Compact Camera

• Battery Type: EN-EL1 Li-ion

Specialist Note "The Coolpix 5000 remains a favorite among 'digicam' enthusiasts because it feels so much like a miniature Nikon DSLR. Unlike most compacts of its era that started at a narrow 35mm, the E5000 starts at a true wide-angle 28mm, which makes a world of difference for architecture and street photography. The build quality is exceptional—you can feel the magnesium chassis the moment you pick it up. It’s a tactile, mechanical-feeling digital camera that captures images with a unique depth and character that modern smartphones simply cannot replicate."

Condition Report Good condition. The magnesium body (S/N: 4513591) shows normal signs of light use and minor surface wear consistent with its age. The lens optics are clear, and the zoom mechanism operates smoothly. The vari-angle screen hinge is firm, the LCD is clear, and all buttons and dials are fully responsive.

What's Included

• Nikon Coolpix 5000 Digital Camera (S/N: 4513591)

• Original Box + Everything on the picture