does it have a viewfinder
994841
Yes, it has an optical view finder, which I prefer to framing an image in the LCD screen -- even though the VF shows only about 93% of the area.
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cg: Yes it does. the viewfinder also zooms as you zoom the lens. However, be aware that the viewfinder only shows about 80% of the actual scene. To determine exact coverage, view the scene on the LCD, then through the viewfinder. I bought the P7100 instead of the P7700 strictly for the viewfinder.Marv
994843
Yes, the P7100 has a viewfinder, but when I say viewfinder, its basically a viewing area of our shot only, no display of settings etc. It does work for me when i want o look through it to set the composition of my shot.
994844
This camera DOES HAVE a viewfinder!! Yes, I am frustrated by the new cameras coming out without viewfinders. It is very hard to see those LCD screens when you are taking photos outdoors. I LOVE this camera. I have 5 Nikon Coolpix cameras, and this is the best for its lightness, automatic lens cover, takes fabulous photos and picture perfect videos without the zoom making any noise if you zoom in and out. If I lost this camera, I would replace it with the exact same model.
994845
Yes, and that's one of the reasons I bought it. It comes in handy during very bright days, especially when the sun it at your back and the LCD is "blown out." Also, when you're shooting a low shutter speeds, holding against your face stabilizes it more. The newest COOLPIX elimiated the viewfinder. I think that was a mistake.
1758959
Yes, and if you are going to use this camera properly you need to take shots with the view finder and not the LCD. It is an amazing camera. I matched it up with another camera that was 4 times the cost and this camera beat it hands down. Great camera. Best purchase I have made in years.
1133285
No it does not have a view finder but the LCD screen seems really reliable so far.
1985818
No, it only has a rear facing camera. But, the camera is does have is decent.
732977
It does, but it's digital. When you look in the viewfinder your looking at a small screen inside the viewfinder.
1547317
No it does not have a view finder. I wish it did because I like the camera.
1549410
No. Most cameras in this class do not have a viewfinder. The S120 I purchased doesn't either. You must use the LCD panel on the back of the camera.
1747718
No, it does not. For the price it is a good system but it would be better if the lens had a wider angle of view
1840918
Correct there is no viewfinder. I didn't have much trouble with the screen in bright sunlight. Took the camera to Cabo San Lucas for vacation and it worked great. And I should add that it will depend somewhat on how sensitive your eyes are in the sun and if you are wearing sunglasses. I had sunglasses with a medium tint. I didn't find it to be an issue like it is on a lot of smart phones.
208349
There is no viewfinder on this camera - monitor is big enough so viewfinder not really needed.
4637
No, the camera just has the viewing screen. What looks like a view finder iis the flip up flash. All in all, it is an excellent multi-function camera for everyday or vacation use.
739679
Yes. The viewfinder is great when you are taking pix in very bright sunllight conditions and the display gets "washed out" and slmost impossible to see.
1097533
If the screen on the back that shows what the picture will be qualifies as a viewfinder, then, yes. By the way, my wife and I are very happy with this camera.
604713
It comes with the viewfinder. One caution. The screws that come with it are too long for most doors so you will have to get your own screws or cut down the ones that come with it.
1985017
Does not have eyepiece viewfinder. Has LCD screen. Can buy third party eyepiece viewfinder
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Only some special purpose cameras do not have viewfinders at all. These are, for example, web cameras and video surveillance cameras. They use external monitors as their viewfinders.To better explain the answer I will guess you are asking about an optical viewfinder and not an electronic one.To which the answer would be; No it doesn't have an optical viewfinder.However, it does have an electronic viewfinder; the LCD screen. In addition to its primary purpose, the LCD screen; an electronic viewfinder, can be used to replay previously captured material, and as an on-screen display to browse through menus. Only some special purpose cameras do not have viewfinders at all. These are, for example, web cameras and video surveillance cameras. They use external monitors as their viewfinders.To better explain the answer I will guess you are asking about an optical viewfinder and not an electronic one.To which the answer would be; No it doesn't have an optical viewfinder.However, it does have an electronic viewfinder; the LCD screen. In addition to its primary purpose, the LCD screen; an electronic viewfinder, can be used to replay previously captured material, and as an... » Read More Only some special purpose cameras do not have viewfinders at all. These are, for example, web cameras and video surveillance cameras. They use external monitors as their viewfinders.To better explain the answer I will guess you are asking about an optical viewfinder and not an electronic one.To which the answer would be; No it doesn't have an optical viewfinder.However, it does have an electronic viewfinder; the LCD screen. In addition to its primary purpose, the LCD screen; an electronic viewfinder, can be used to replay previously captured material, and as an on-screen display to browse through menus. « Show Less
2038628
Ok so the pictures say it has a viewfinder (the little eyehole on the back of the camera for the unintelligent), yet some people are saying it does NOT have one and some people are saying it DOES have one.... how is someone who NEEDS a viewfinder supposed to know whether to purchase this camera or not