Nikon WC-E80 Wide Angle Converter Lens for Select Coolpix Cameras (25106)

by Nikon

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 6 x 5.2 inches ; 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00006HYXV
• Item model number: 25106
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

One of the most frustrating problems facing any digital photographer is the inability to fit an entire group of people or breathtaking landscape scene in the picture. While you can't remove the standard Coolpix lens and replace it as you can on an interchangeable lens SLR camera, you can quickly and easily attach this accessory wide-angle lens onto the camera's built-in lens to get the results you want. The Nikon WC-E80 converter increases the wide-angle view of your lens by a magnification of x0.8 to offer enhanced coverage equivalent to that of a 22mm lens (Coolpix 8400) or 28mm lens (Coolpix 8700/ 5700) on a 35mm SLR. Both autofocus and auto-exposure functions work are retained and its large precision front lens element maintains your lens speed and low-light shooting capability. Matching the optical design of this accessory lens to their camera's prime lens, resulted in Nikon's creating the highest quality wide-angle lens attachment possible for the Nikon Coolpix 5700, 8400, and 8700 cameras. Please note that the WC-E80 requires optional Nikon UR-E8 Adapter (not included) on the Coolpix 5700 or 8700 and the NikonUR-E9 Adapter (not included) is required for use on the Coolpix 5400.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Ab-so-loot-lee Gotta Have It Accessory, December 4, 2004

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This review is from: Nikon WC-E80 Wide Angle Converter Lens for Select Coolpix Cameras (25106) (Electronics)

I'm an advanced amateur photographer, with over 40 years of 35mm experience. A Coolpix 5700 entered my life last Christmas. After about 6 months experience with the base camera, there was no hesitation in ordering the wide angle converter. The only shortcoming of the base camera was its lack of w/a capability. The telephoto capability of the camera should be sufficient for most users, those requiring the outer limits of telephoto may want to consider the tele converter. Let me tell you first, this lens weighs a bunch and is BIG! But it works great! I shoot mostly candids and wedding type photos and find this lens indispensable. Images are typically Nikon razor sharp. On my Coolpix 5700, it provides super sharp photos in auto mode, without the camera knowing a w/a lens is attached. At user setting 2 on my camera, with a Vivitar 285 flash attached, and the camera knowing there is a w/a lens on board, I've made some remarkable shots. IMHO, this converter makes my camera complete - BUY IT!