Thanks to a backlit CMOS image sensor, you can capture detailed images even in the lowest light conditions with a Nikon Coolpix L820 camera. Photograph: Nikon
To mark the start of the New Year, the Guardian, in association with Duracell, is celebrating the most innovative gadgetry for children, homeowners, travel fans and photographers.
A series of features in Weekend and Observer Magazine will profile some of the most exciting new products alongside interviews with the people who champion them. You'll meet the woman behind a battery-powered Living Microscope for children which allows kids to grow organisms inside an incubation chamber; find out about the latest foodie device that will help many cooks to avoid spoiling their broth by stirring sauces continuously; discover the very latest travel gadget – just in time for a new holiday season; and hear from James Loader, senior product manager for Nikon's Coolpix range, talking through the latest innovations in battery-powered photography.
The four interviewees are also reflecting on the most important innovations in their fields, and explaining why they rate the longest-lasting batteries to power the devices they promote: with unrivalled performance, Duracell Ultra Power last 12 times as long as leading zinc batteries*.
In celebration of the latest innovations, the Guardian, in association with Duracell, is offering readers the chance to win a Nikon Coolpix L820 camera. A classic design, the 16-megapixel camera has an incredible 30x zoom lens and a remarkably sensitive backlit CMOS image sensor, so you can capture detailed images even in the lowest light conditions. A large (7.5cm/3in) LCD screen displays images with superb clarity and you can switch to filming in full HD at the touch of a button. Easy Auto mode takes care of camera settings for you and, to keep all your shots sharp, the side zoom lever combines with optical lens-shift vibration reduction technology. The camera can be powered-up with rechargeable or alkaline batteries, so you'll never get caught out without power, wherever you wander.
For your chance to win, simply enter your details below.
*Based on Duracell Ultra Power AA vs. Kodak ZnCl AA, Panasonic ZnC & ZnCL AA and Sony ZnCl AA batteries as tested in digital cameras. Results may vary by device
Terms and conditions
1. The Duracell Innovation 2014 prize draw (the "Prize Draw") is open to residents of the UK aged 18 and over.
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4. To enter the Prize Draw you must enter your details as above. If you have any questions about how to enter or in connection with the Prize Draw, please email sylvie.goy@theguardian.com with "Duracell Innovation 2014 Prize Draw" in the subject line.
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