Nikon coolpix 8400 key features: 8.0 effective megapixels (3,264 x 2,448-pixels) 3.5x optical zoom-nikkor ed lens with a zoom ratio of 24-85 mm (35mm [135] format) 238,000-pixel high resolution through-the-lens evf (electronic viewfinder), enhances user experience with backlight LED illumination Programmed auto [p], shutter-priority auto [s], aperture-priority auto [a] and manual [m] exposure control modes Raw data image mode - nef Fast, accurate nine-area multi autofocus Macro shooting capability as close as 1.2-inches supported by best shot selector (bss) function Ae-bss (auto exposure-bss) for automatic selection of the best relative exposure - highlight, shadow or histogram Quick response - instant startup, reduced shutter release time lag and fast image processing 15 preset scene modes, including the new panorama assist mode Continuous shooting of up to 5 full-size images at 2.3 frames per second (fps) Nikon\'\'s exclusive 256-segment matrix metering, complemented by center- weighted, spot and spot af area metering Noise reduction mode for timed exposures slower than 1/4 of a second In-camera color control - saturation control (5 steps and b&w) Movie - TV movie (640 x 480 pixels; 30 fps) with audio, small movie (320 x 240 pixels; 15 fps) with audio, or sepia movie (320 x 240 pixels; 5 fps) with audio, or time-lapse movie (640 x 480 pixels; 30 fps) without audio Large vari-angle highly transmissible advanced TFT-LCD backlit monitor for greater visibility - even in bright sunlight