MELVILLE, N.Y., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikon®, the world leader in photography, today announced their new "Coolpix® Cash Back Event" promotion which includes a series of Fall rebates and savings programs on five of its most popular Coolpix digital cameras (http://www.nikoncoolpix.com) purchased between October 1 and December 31, 2002 -- the Nikon Coolpix 2000, Coolpix 2500, Coolpix 3500, Coolpix 4500 and Coolpix 5000.

Nikon is offering $20 instant savings on the Coolpix 2000, Coolpix 2500 and Coolpix 3500 digital cameras. The Nikon Coolpix 2000 is the newest 2.0 effective megapixel digital camera, designed for the novice photographer, which offers a 3x Optical Zoom-Nikkor lens. The Nikon Coolpix 2500 is a pocket-sized 2.0 effective megapixel digital camera featuring the world's first inner-swivel lens design, and the new Nikon Coolpix 3500, which builds upon the Coolpix 2500's inner-swivel design, sports an enhanced 3.2 effective megapixel CCD into the camera's sleek new charcoal gray body.

Consumers will be eligible for a $50 rebate, direct from Nikon, upon the purchase of a Nikon Coolpix 4500 digital camera. The Nikon Coolpix 4500 offers a 4.0 effective megapixel CCD to capture superior quality images and a 4x Optical Zoom-Nikkor lens in a swivel lens body, with a combination of full manual control options and automatic features.

Nikon is also offering a $100 rebate to eligible customers who purchase the Coolpix 5000 between October 1 and December 31, 2002. The Coolpix 5000 digital camera features a 5.0 effective megapixel CCD, 3x Optical Zoom-Nikkor lens and a top shutter speed of 1/4,000 second for a shooting speed of up to three frames per second at full resolution.

To learn more about the complete Coolpix line of digital cameras, please visit the Coolpix website at http://www.nikoncoolpix.com. The site features interactive product descriptions, a "Compare Cameras" tool and links to other Coolpix related programs and news.

About Nikon

Nikon Inc., the world leader in precision optics, 35mm and digital imaging technology, is recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance in consumer and professional photographic equipment. Nikon Inc. distributes the Nikon Total Imaging System of consumer and professional 35mm film and digital SLR cameras, Nikkor optics, Speedlights and System Accessories; Advanced Photo System cameras; 35mm compact cameras; Coolpix® compact digital cameras; Coolscan® digital film scanners; Nikonos® underwater photographic systems; and Nikon sports and recreational optics. The company plays an active role in supporting aspiring and advanced photographers through a variety of organizations, educational programs, events and workshops. For product information, contact Nikon at (800) NIKON-UX or visit http://www.nikonusa.com, which links all levels of photographers to the web's most comprehensive photo learning and sharing communities.