1. 9-megapixel resolution for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches
2. 3x optical Zoom-Nikkor glass lens; Optical VR image stabilization
3. 3.0-inch high-resolution LCD display; 170-degree viewing angle
4. One-touch Portrait Button automatically activates In-Camera Red-Eye Fix and Face-Priority AF functions
5. Capture images to SD memory card (not included)

Editorial Review :

Nikon Coolpix S52 has some unique features you simply may not find at this price range. New EXPEED Image Processor ensures high-quality pictures with stunning color and sharpness Optical Vibration Reduction Image Stabilization compensates for camera shake to prevent blur and produce clearer, sharper results in lower light or unsteady conditions 9 Megapixels for up to 3456 x 2592 still image resolution 3-Inch Bright LCD screen with 170-degree wide view angle Scene Modes - Portrait, Night Portrait, Sports, Landscape, Party, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night Landscape, Museum, Fireworks Show Built-in electronic flash with maximum distance up to 18 feet USB Video out

Customer Review :

Excellent camera, but a few caveats

I am a novice photographer, who was looking for a good quality point-and-shoot to (hopefully) improve my ability to take good pictures. Specific features that interested me in this camera: the picture stabilization that compensates for hand-shaking; the compact size; usability of the interface and (I admit it) the 'cool' factor of this Nikon.

Some small gripes: The nonwireless version of the camera - the S52 - comes with a battery charger and charger cord. You cannot recharge the batteries through the USB connector to the camera; the only way to recharge is to have the battery charger at hand. Thus, you either have to lug around the charger and cord with you, or have a second charged battery for long outings. This isn't really made clear in any of the product literature online - I did not understand this aspect until I read the user manual.

Another small gripe: The S52 Nikon camera here on Amazon.com here is at a great price (about $50 less than the price Nikon quotes on its website). I expected there to be at least a cheapo carrying case - for example, a felt bag - for the camera, but Nikon does not include any kind of case in the package. The camera is indeed small enough to slip in a pocket or purse, but it seems like a slipcase of some kind would have been a nice addition to the kit. Especially since there are a number of accessories you might need to take with you.

The camera itself is quite elegant, and packed with nice features. I love the camera but I am irritated about the cumbersome two-piece charger.

Rating :

Battery charger is included

I purchased this camera about 5 weeks ago, just before leaving on a 3 week overseas trip, so had little time to familiarize myself with the majority of the numerous features. But the camera is easy to use, at least as far as the basic "point and shoot" practice goes. I'm very pleased with the large display, although it sometimes still is hard to see the shot when in a bright outdoor setting. But I typically could make out some basic outlines, as opposed to my previous p & s pocket size Minolta camera (S2), where the display was useless in any lighting conditions brighter than daytime outdoor with a full cloud cover. That, as well as the fact that the battery charge on the Minolta seemed to last for fewer and fewer shots, even on replacement batteries.
A viewfinder (on the Nikon) would be nice in those very bright outdoor situations, but I guess that that is the trade-off for getting a screen that is almost the size of the camera (I'm not kidding: it's 2 3/8 inches wide on the camera which is 3 3/8 wide overall). I'm very pleased with the quality of the shots (I took about 200), some of which were shot from a moving train, and still seem sharp.
My main reason for writing this review is to make others aware of two things: 1. The camera comes with its own battery charger. The reason I bring this up is that no-where in the written specs on Amazon did it say anything on this topic. Furthermore, somewhere on the Amazon website it also drew attention to "Customers who purchased this (camera), also purchased the following:" one of which was a battery charger. I went to the Nikon website, and got the impression that a charger was included, which is what I would have expected. Since I could not afford the time it would take to order a battery charger once I received the camera and found no charger, I phoned Amazon customer service to ask the question. That person came back on line after researching this for several minutes, and told me that the camera did NOT come with a charger. So I of course ordered the charger (from a different supplier than the camera, all thru Amazon). Both Amazon and this second supplier were very accomodating in giving me a refund, as well as (Amazon) refunding my s & h charge, but it still cost me some $7 for return shipping.
The second issue is the tight fit of this camera in the Nikon Coolpix leather case (also offered by Amazon, from yet a third supplier). It is very easy to inadvertently turn the camera on when pushing the camera into the case, and evidently the camera stays "on" until the battery is totally discharged. Nikon had no suggestions / never heard of this problem. I managed to pound out the top of both sides of the case enough to not have that happen again.

Rating :

Excellent Photos, Abysmal Audio

I was so excited to receive my brand new CoolPix S52 (Eco-Green), and the photos were really quite excellent. I was also pleased that it was very easy to learn how to use the various camera features. HOWEVER, when I used the movie or voice recording modes there was a very high level of awful static sound recorded EVERY TIME. I upgraded to the best memory card I could find, and that did not make a bit of difference.

Naturally, I returned the camera under Warranty (with sample video/audio) to Nikon TWICE for repair or replacement. To my dismay, they returned it to me both times stating "Your unit was thoroughly checked and was found completely within the factory standards". They also said not to expect the sound quality to be excellent because it didn't have a "sophisticated microphone". Maybe so, but it shouldn't be so poor that you cringe when you listen to the playback.

I was so disappointed that I sold the camera used and replaced it with a Canon PowerShot SD850 IS (Digital Elph) Canon PowerShot SD850 IS 8.0 MP Digital Elph Camera with 4x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom that I am extremely happy with (both photos and sound are fantastic).

Bottom line - if recording movies is important to you, don't buy this camera. It will be a big disappointment and a waste of money. If you decide to buy it, be sure to test the movie and sound recording modes soon after you receive it to be sure you are satisfied.

Rating :

Great pocket Nikon, but requires patience

I needed a VIP gift for a person so important that other people carry their camera and shoot their pictures for them. And so I began testing little cameras.
I ended up keeping this one for myself.
Why? Well, after shooting 1500 pictures with this camera, I can tell you.
First, small and sleek, beautifully designed, the optics are internal with no lens to protrude. It carries in a pocket like a hundred dollar bill.
Second, a 3 inch LCD that makes it so easy to check focus, or review pictures. A huge and useful viewing screen. There is no optical viewfinder or any need for one.
Image quality is very good, and Nikon handles noise and high ISO speeds so very well.
The shake reduction really works: and I can shoot from a fast moving car at high ISO speeds with no noticeable blur. The higher speed is predictably grainy, but the grain is pleasingly mild.
Battery life is good, 150 shots or so. When I feel serious, I carry a second charged battery.
If you like, turn off the flash and turn off the the synthetic camera sounds from "settings", and you have a very discreet camera that would please James Bond.
The auto focus works well, even without the focus assist lamp.
At first I had a few shots where the focus would not lock.
Then I found that the secret to focusing seems to be holding the camera still. After I discovered that, I had no more focus problems.
I also found that the macro mode continuously focuses. It draws a little more from the battery, but can be useful for faster shooting.
The color saturation is very good, even the auto white balance works, and the image you see is what you capture.
Nikon means good images. I am Happy. Well, almost...
....
The time to focus an image can run to 2 seconds or so.
The time to write an image to the SD card can be 3 seconds or more, even with high speed cards. In fact, there does not seem to be any difference in write speed between high speed and regular cards.
Expect to have to concentrate while shooting, which may not be a bad thing after all. Not quite "point and shoot", but "hold down the shutter release half way to focus, then frame and shoot".
It suits me, but I am from the old school of the manual camera.
Another annoyance is that the lens stays open while reviewing pictures, and can easily get smudged by a wandering fingertip.
The power switch is not well defined by touch, and is easily turned on accidentally. I learned to set the display timeout to go to standby mode in 30 seconds to save battery life in case of accidental turn on.
So, if you are patient and can live with a few annoyances, you will have a sleek little camera that goes anywhere and gets the most use.
I really like it after all.


Rating :

Flexible, fast enough, and very small

If you need quick, good resolution pics, this is a fine small camera. Very bright screen. Good battery life. Easy to whip out of a pocket or case. Much quicker to adjust exposure, flash, ISO than my more expensive Nikon. The only drawback is that the lenses don't seem as sharp as higher-end models; but who would use this to shoot and print 16 x 20 professional pics anyway? Oh, and the 3X zoom is a limit, but not one that I felt uncomfortable with. This camera is becoming an unconscious extension of my seeing, unlike bigger cameras that are always somewhat intrusive.

Rating :

More reviews...

1. 10.0-megapixel resolution for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches
2. 5x optical Zoom-Nikkor glass lens; Optical VR Image Stabilization
3. 3.5-inch high-resolution touch-panel LCD; customizable touch-panel display
4. Auto adjusts up to ISO 3200; Shutter and Blink Warning
5. Captures images to SD/SDHC cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

Take advantage of touch-screen technology. The Nikon Coolpix S60 has a 3.5-inch High Resolution TOUCH PANEL LCD, which offers 160º Wide-Angle of View. You'll get easy access to all the camera controls without the conventional buttons to push. You can write a personal message on your photos with the included stylus. Its Touch Autofocus and Auto Exposure lets you touch the subject on the screen that you want to focus on and the camera automatically adjusts for sharp focus and optimal exposure.

Retouch Function allows you to paint a frame, add hand written memos in 5 different pen colors and thicknesses, attach stamps to a picture and more HD Pictmotion Slide Shows Scene Auto Selector automatically recognizes the scene in your picture and adjusts the camera setting Blink warning will let you know when your subject's eyes are closed so you can retake your picture Face Priority AF - face-finding technology focuses on up to 12 faces ISO up to 3200 D-Lighting - rescue those photos that are too dark by enhancing the underexposed areas of the picture while not touching the properly exposed areas High Quality TV Movies with Sound - duration is limited by the available space on your SD/SDHC card Approx. 20MB Internal Memory Formats - JPEG, AVI, WAV Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Dimensions (H x W x D) - 2.4 x 3.8 x 0.9 in. (60 x 97.5 x 22 mm) Weight - 5.1 oz. (145g)

Customer Review :

nikon s60 write on screen

The write on screen is perfect for enhancing Native American rock art pictures on site. Often very faded rock art turns out to be a picture of a rock unless you are on site and can see the faint outlines which you can then mark on the picture. Bet they didn't think of this use!
NOw how about a bigger lcd?

Rating :

lovin it!

I have loved loved loved my new camera. The quality of the pictures is awesome for a small digital camera. I love the fact that when you move the camera from side to side the picture changes positions like an iPod. The settings work fantastic as well and I love the touch screen. It also takes pictures close up very well. The resolution is good where as with other cameras I've had a problem of close ups. I recommend this camera for everyone-maybe not if you have really big or clumsy fingers because you might not like the touch screen since the icons are kind of small.

Rating :

Great!!

I love this camera! It got here fast and I was so excited. it takes great pics and you can do so much more with them! I love how big the screen is too!

Rating :

Great stylish camera for your night outs!!!

Bought this camera for almost a month and i absolutely loves it! A lot of people are complimenting on the camera especailly saying how cool and stylish it looks. It also takes great pictures. I'm not sure what other reviewers are reviewing but this is a decent camera with a good VR and Zoom.

Rating :

Great camera

I've had this camera about a month now and really like it. The picture quality is great, it's easy to use and fun as well. I especially like the 'scene' option and use the sports selection when I want to get an action shot, finally I can take pictures of my dogs doing more than sleeping! The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because the touch option to move between pictures is a bit slow, not a real problem because clicking on the arrow works just fine.

Rating :

More reviews...

1. 13.5-megapixel resolution for stunning prints as large as 20 x 30 inches
2. 4x wide-angle optical Zoom-Nikkor glass lens; Optical VR Image Stabilization
3. 2.7-inch high-resolution LCD and optical viewfinder
4. my Picturetown with Wired LAN; automatically upload pictures to Nikon¿s my Picturetown
5. Captures images to SD/SDHC cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

Can any photographer be happy with a point-&-shoot camera? Precision built to enable photo and camera enthusiasts of all levels of experience to enjoy real photography, introduce yourself to the compact Nikon COOLPIX P6000. Class-leading imaging ability is a feature trait of the P6000. A new 13.5 megapixel image sensor captures the finest details with sharp resolution. A 4x Zoom-NIKKOR lens with ED lens elements covers focal lengths from a wide 28mm (35mm format equivalent), delivering clarity and precision throughout its range. And an optimized processing system based on Nikon's original EXPEED digital image-processing concept quickly delivers quality results with faithful color reproduction and subtle tones. Wired LAN support offers easy access to the Internet for automatic and secure online image storage using the Picture Bank service of my Picturetown, which also provides the ability to send images directly to a blog or other websites. And a new built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) unit can record the location of shots when taken and attach ?geotags" with information about latitude and longitude to each image file. This adds the fun of being able to view the location on maps available in ViewNX or my Picturetown, or to edit or add geotag information. New tab-format menu interface adapted from Nikon D-SLR cameras 1 - 1 size (square) format with a choice of three black border options 15 handy scene modes for optimized results in various shooting situations Five movie modes with sound, plus time-lapse movie mode SD SDHC card compatibility for memory expansion / Approximately 48 MB of internal memory for immediate use USB (Hi-Speed) connectivity Up to 4224 x 3168 still image resolution Up to 640 x 480 (TV) video resolution Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied), AC Adapter EH-66 (supplied) / Battery life Approx. 260 shots with EN-EL5 battery Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx.

Customer Review :

Great Point & Shoot

After reading all the other reviews I couldn't help but laugh....what did you guys think this camera was going to be? For those of you not old enough to remember, I can assure you that back in the Nikon F days of the late 60's & early 70's the 35mm rangerfinders were a compromise vs the SLR's too! That what this camera is, a compromise between a DSLR and a DP&S (glorified digital instamatic).

This is actually the first digital P&S camera I have ever owned, but have in the past owned a D-70 and currently have a D-200 with the extra battery pack and many Nikon lenses including the 300 2.8 (which weighs a ton.

But I needed a very small HQ camera that would fit in my pocket, give some of the creative control I wanted, be durable and most of all be one 20th the weight of my other camera gear so I would carry it with me all the time and the P6000 has filled that need.

In the last week and a half, I have given this little camera a great workout and tried every conrol feature, every image quality feature, time lapse, GPS & more and have had better than good results in many different modes and conditions leading me to say I am more than happy with this camera because I didn't expect too much and judged it on it's own merits.

It will require a bit tweaking to get the image you want but it is well worth it in the end and that is one part of photography I have always liked the best, playing around with the equipment until I get the results I want!

I agree the GPS is semi useless inside a building and the battery life could be better but overall I like this little camera and really enjoy having it with me at all times to capture life's unexpected moments.

Rating :

Fancy Features, but still just a point and shoot

I'm a Nikon enthusiast. I own two professional digital SLR bodies and several lenses, but I wanted something small to carry around when I didn't want to lug a big SLR around. You know, night on the town or anywhere where a big camera would attract too much unwanted attention. So when Nikon announced a point and shoot (P&S) camera that supported a RAW file format, I was immediately interested. When I heard about all the other bells and whistles on this P&S, I was determine to get one. So does it live up to all the hype? Let begin with what I liked.

THE GOOD

13.5 Megapixel RAW files - Yep, it's even got a higher pixel count than my D300 and depending on the settings I can get some great enlargements or a lot of flexibility to crop. With RAW files, there's more latitude for post-processing adjustments.

Fully Automatic or Manual - Just like its bigger brothers, the P6000 has Programmed Auto, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority or Full Manual modes. A large selection dial on top of the camera selects the mode. The command dial near your thumb controls the selection of speed, aperture or both in manual or programmed modes. It also has specific scene modes just like Nikon's other P&S cameras.

Two User Modes - After you've customized the settings to what you like, you can save them to one of two user modes to recall anytime by just selecting U1 or U2 on the mode dial. Pretty handy.

Auto or Manual Focus - Yes, manual focus on a P&S. Select the macro/MF button and put the camera into manual focus mode and you have even more control. Another to the left of the screen activates a close up section of the screen--apparently to help focus--and also allows the same command dial that control everything else to also focus the lens. It sounds good in theory, but more about that later. Auto focus is probably easier and does a good job.

Facial Recognition - Select Face Recognition for focus mode and the camera will find the faces in the image shown on the screen and put a square yellow box around each face. A half-press of the shutter and the box changes to green to indicate it's in focus. The caveat here is that the entire face must be visible for the camera to recognize it. If your subject has their face slightly turned, it won't see it.

Geotagging - This is Nikon's first foray into the GPS arena and when it does work, it works well. It's not as quick in acquiring a position as the one I use on my SLR, but because it's built-in, it's always available and convenient. When you use it with good software or upload your pictures to Flickr, it proves to be very accurate. Great if you do location scouting or if you're just getting old like me and having a harder time remembering where you took a picture.

VR (Vibration Reduction) - By default the VR mode is on. I can't see any reason to turn it off. Even when mounted on a tripod, it works fine and causes no problems. Of course, I haven't tried a long time exposure yet and that's usually where VR gives me problems on my bigger cameras.

Optical Viewfinder - This is a rarity in this day and age, but I like to have this option when I really want to be discreet and not even have the viewfinder screen turn on. It zooms with the lens but only shows about 80% of the actual image.

Decent Movie Mode - It's only TV quality and not HD, but it works for those few times I would want to record a short video. I captures the sound and allows you to zoom the lens during the movie, unlike some cameras.

Ergonomic Design - The camera has enough size and weight to be substantial but not too much to be difficult to carry around. Granted, it probably won't fit into your shirt pocket, but it can certainly fit in places your big SLR won't. The camera has a magnesium front and rubberized grip and feels like a bigger camera. The buttons are, for the most part, in logical places and the layout will seem familiar to Nikon SLR owners. The one thing that I had to get used to was the zoom control. On the P6000 it's in the same place that the power control is on Nikon SLR's.

Flash i-TTL Hot Shoe - You can use your big flash on this little camera. When I mount the SB-800 on this camera, it dwarfs the camera itself. I think the SB-400 would be ideal if you need more flash power than the built-in flash provides, but for most situation, I think the built-in is more than sufficient.

4X Zoom ED Lens - Equivalent to a 28-112mm in 35mm format. It's more than enough for most needs. If I need more than than, I'll grab my SLR. The two ED elements do a good job of correcting chromatic aberrations.

Lens Accessories - There's a screw ring that allows a 0.75X wide-angle adapter to be used, making the effective focal length about 21mm.

THE BAD

Distortion - At the widest zoom, there is a lot of barrel distortion. You'll especially notice it when taking pictures of building or anything that has parallel lines in the image. At the telephoto end of the zoom there is just a slight amount of pincushioning. Nikon must have been aware of this issue since they've included a menu option for Distortion Control. It works, but there are limitations which I mention further in this review. At the widest zoom, there is a fair amount of image softness in the corners which I would expect in a P&S.

Noise - Even though Nikon advertises that this camera goes from ISO 64 to 6400, The usable range is effectively 100-400. ISO 64 is just too slow unless you have a tripod. Everything above ISO 400 produces too much noise. Even at ISO 800, the number of artifacts in the image starts to get distracting. At ISO 3200 and 6400, the camera automatically reduces the resolution to 3 megapixels. So you end up with a photo that's grainy from both the noise and the small resolution. In other words, barely usable. I can't really think of a situation where I would want that.

Horrible Software and Mac Support - This is usually Nikon's downfall. There software is so bad, it's not even usable. As a matter of fact, I can't even use the latest ViewNX software that the installation program downloads from Nikon. Every time I try to view my images, it crashes on my Mac. The RAW format is a new Nikon proprietary format: NRW, and it only seems to work natively on Windows Vista machines. To use it on my Mac, I need to convert them using Lightroom or ViewNX...which, of course, doesn't work. I'll need to wait until Apple releases Aperture NRW support so I can use my normal workflow.

Poor Battery Life - The P6000 is using battery technology developed nearly 4 years ago. It's the same battery that my old 3700 P&S used: the EN-EL5. Good for maybe 250 shots if you don't use the flash much and turn off the GPS. With the GPS on, and updating only every 5 minutes, the battery life can be measured in hours since the GPS updates even when the camera is turned off. With all the bells and whistles this camera has, you would think they would come up with better battery technology. A spare is essential.

GPS Acquisition - It takes a long time to acquire the satellites when you first get to an area and turn on the GPS. In an open area, it took over 5 minutes to first acquire. Thereafter, it still sometimes took up to 2 minutes to get a good signal. If you're inside or amongst trees or buildings, it may take even longer and even then, it may only get three good satellite fixes which means your altitude measurement may be less than accurate.

Features Disabled in RAW mode - Talk about bait and switch. If you use RAW mode, many of the image adjustment features are disabled. True, you would probably do most of the adjustments in post-processing, but if the Nikon software doesn't work, how do I correct the barrel distortion since the Distortion Control is disable? Active D-lighting isn't a great loss, nor is the ISO 3200 and 6400 settings that won't work in RAW mode, but Auto Bracketing is a nice feature to lose. They don't tell you this in any of the advertising or on most of the trade sites.

THE QUESTIONABLE

Popup Flash - I'm not sure why Nikon did this. There was plenty of room to have the flash flush with the front. In the fully automatic mode, I would expect the flash to pop up and fire if needed, but that doesn't happen. You have to manually pop up the flash if you want flash. Some people may like this feature as an easy way to disable the flash, which then begs the question: why is there a disable option in the flash menu?

Built-in LAN - Sounds like great idea until you realize that it's wired Ethernet and it only connects to Nikon's Picturetown service. Pretty much useless if you're using wireless like most people.

2.7 inch Screen - There was room for a 3 inch screen but Nikon opted to use the smaller screen when everybody else is maxing out screen sizes.

No Battery Charger - With such poor battery performance, you'll need an extra battery. But how to charge it? You only get an AC adapter with the camera which forces you to charge the battery IN the camera. Which means you're tethered to a wall outlet until you charge two or more batteries. Add the separate MH-61 battery charger to your shopping list.

Remote Control - You can use an infrared remote to trigger the camera. Why didn't they include it with the camera though? Minor, but annoying point. (I have the infrared remote from a previous camera, but most people will not and I always find it annoying when companies make you pay extra for these little things.)

SUMMARY

As a point and shoot camera, the P6000 is very good. It takes excellent pictures that you would typically use a P&S for. But for those occasions when you want to do a little more, and you would think with all the features of this camera, it's not an unreasonable expectation that it should do a much better job. Unfortunately, even all the features have limitations if you choose to use the NRW format. And forget about making it work on your Mac.

After looking at this and the Canon G10, I'm tempted to return the P6000 and get the Canon. It's priced competitively and has many of the same problems but at least it works on my Mac. But then, I'd have to give up the GPS.

Should you buy one? That depends. Do you really need 13.5 megapixel RAW images? Do you need the GPS feature? Can you live with poor battery performance and the need for a charger and extra batteries? Are you willing to spend $550 for the camera and necessary accessories? If so, you might consider the P6000. You might also want to consider a D40 or D40x. But if these features are a mystery to you, you'd be better off with a much cheaper camera without all the extra features. Any of the Nikon S-series P&S cameras or the Panasonics would do the job splendidly.


Rating :

Good as a P&S only I think.

let me start out by saying I know nothing about camera's. I am your every day user.
Eric Hwang has put most of the concerns I have about this camera. I have only had this camera for about three hours now and see the power and GPS issues he talks about. I need to take pictures at remote radio sites on public land. I wanted to be able to know where the picture was taken. I order to find the name of the mountain and name of the site after a week or two on the road.
I wise that Nikon would have used the USB power as a charger too. With the GPS on the battery life is short. I think it was about two hours just sitting on the table connected to my laptop. The owner's manual tells you to turn on the GPS off when the camera is not in use so that it does not run the battery down.
The software that comes with the camera is not as good as the FREE software that comes with Canon's P&S cameras. Nikon wants you to pay for their program called Capture NX 2. I have not used it yet, so I don't know why I would pay for the program yet.
My needs for the options that don't work nicely on this camera may cause me to send it back. I will test this camera out for a day or two once I get the memory card, camera came with little internal memory. This is my first and may be my last Nikon. Yes, I am a Canon fain to date and if this is how all Nikon's are than I may stay that way.
This is how I see its faults.


Rating :

Coolpix P6000

The Coolpix P6000 is a great little camera. The Vibration reduction feature works flawlessly. However in bright sunlight, the Monitor screen is difficult to see, and the viewfinder is somewhat small. GPS is interesting feature, but, until I cruise around Europe, I'll probably be able to tell where I took the picture from the content. Overall: Great!

Rating :

Poor Image Quility, and even worse software

You can not edit the pictures on picture project a super fast ans easy Nikon software, It's super quick and easy to re-sharpen and crop. the softwart package it comes with, well it might as well have not come with anything.
The camera is built very well and easy to use, lots of options to select from, I would just have expected better picture quality for a Nikons top of the line point and shoot. Maybe I'm just use to my Nikon D-300 cameras.

Very disappointed!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rating :

More reviews...

1. 14.5-megapixel resolution for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches
2. 3.6x wide-angle Optical Zoom-Nikkor glass lens; Optical VR Image Stabilization
3. 3.0-inch high-resolution LCD; Program, Aperture, Shutter, and Manual Exposure modes
4. Auto adjusts up to ISO 3200; In-Camera Red-Eye Fix and Enhanced Face-Priority AF
5. Captures images to SD/SDHC cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

Get a camera that's perfect for any type of photographer. The Nikon Coolpix S710 has many features for people who want great pictures without fussing with settings, but it also has complete manual control for those who like to get creative.

Program, Aperture, Shutter, and Manual Exposure Modes Scene Auto Selector automatically recognizes the scene in your picture and adjusts the camera setting Blink warning will let you know when your subject's eyes are closed so you can retake your picture Smile Shutter - The camera can detect up to three faces with the subject's smile, determine which is closest to the center of the frame, ultimately firing the shutter Face Priority AF - face-finding technology that quickly finds and focuses on up to 12 faces in a group portrait Auto adjusts up to ISO 3200. Plus, using pixel addition, ISO sensitivity can be set to an amazing ISO 6400 and ISO 12800 (image sizes of 3mb or lower are required) In-Camera Red-Eye Fix D-Lighting - rescue those photos that are too dark for printing by enhancing the underexposed areas of the picture while not touching the properly exposed areas 16 Scene Modes High Quality TV Movies with Sound with a press of a button - duration is limited only by the available space on your SD/SDHC card Approx. 42MB Internal Memory Formats - JPEG, AVI, WAV Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Dimensions (H x W x D) - 2.3 x 3.6 x 1 in. (57.5 x 93 x 24 mm) Weight - 5.5 oz. (155g)

Customer Review :

The perfect digital camera

I have a D-SLR that I use on a regular basis since photography is my hobby. I wanted a small camera that I could put in my pocket or purse instead of carrying my backpack of camera & lens around when I was just out & about. This camera takes as nice of pictures as my Canon and I am able to adjust the f/stop & shutter speed as well. There are around 16 pre-set modes that are helpful. The 14.5 mp is an added bonus if I want to enlarge my photographs. The case is sturdy and it does come with a ac charger & USB cable. I used a SDHC class 6 memory card to remove any lag time between pictures and for good video footage. You will not be disappointed.

Rating :

Quick Review

I had the canon sd870 Canon PowerShot SD870IS 8MP Digital Camera with 3.8x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver) but returned it because the wide angle lens had too much distortion.

This camera looked really nice and had great technical specs so I pre-ordered it. I waited and waited and finally it came in the mail and within a day I sent it back. It is a plastic piece of crap. It is loud, big, heavy, cheap feeling and cumbersome to operate. The pictures were alright but nothing to brag about or pay this amount of money for.

I just ordered the canon sd880 Canon PowerShot SD880IS 10MP Digital Camera with 4x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Gold)And I love it, it is great and I couldn't ask for anything more.

I was trying to be open minded and try Nikon out but they just disappointed me. I'm not a canon fanatic I promise, they are just a really reliable brand and are built really well. I know that all higher- end SLR's and lenses are on par with each other from all companies. It's just Nikon fell short with their point and shoots.

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Love this Camera!

I just received my new Coolpix S710. Wow - it is fabulous. It has so many features - it is by far the best digital camera I've owned. I would highly recommend it. You name it and it can do it and the instructions are written very well. This is a camera that is well beyond the rest!

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1. 10 Megapixels for prints as large as 16 x 20 inches
2. 5x Optical Zoom-NIKKOR Glass Lens
3. EXPEED image processing - high-quality pictures with stunning color and sharpness
4. Optical VR Image Stabilization compensates for camera shake to prevent blur. The benefits extend to faster framing on the monitor and smoother action when using the movie mode
5. 2.7-inch High Resolution LCD - the high-contrast and anti-reflection coating on the screen assist in clear viewing, even in direct sunlight

Editorial Review :

Take a great picture no matter the conditions. The Nikon Coolpix S560 has many features that help you do just that. For example, for fast-moving subjects, there's Face Priority AF, a face-finding technology that quickly finds and focuses on up to 12 faces in a group portrait. Blink warning will let you know when your subject's eyes are closed so you can retake your picture. And with a possible ISO of 3200, you'll get that important picture you want.

Scene Auto Selector automatically recognizes the scene in your picture and adjusts the camera setting Blink warning will let you know when your subject's eyes are closed so you can retake your picture Smile Shutter - The camera can detect up to three faces with the subject's smile, determine which is closest to the center of the frame, ultimately firing the shutter Face Priority AF - face-finding technology quickly finds and focuses on up to 12 faces in a group portrait In-Camera Red-Eye Fix D-Lighting - rescue those photos that are too dark for printing by enhancing the underexposed areas of the picture while not touching the properly exposed areas ISO up to 3200 15 Scene Modes High Quality TV Movies with Sound - duration is limited by the available space on your SD/SDHC card Approx. 44MB Internal Memory Formats - JPEG, AVI, WAV Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Dimensions (H x W x D) - 2.1 x 3.7 x 0.9 in. (54.5 x 93 x 23.5 mm) Weight - 4.6 oz. (130g)

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