Nikon Coolpix S52 Digital Camera (Red)
The Nikon Coolpix S52 Digital Camera combines 9.0 effective megapixels of imaging performance with a 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED lens to capture everything from wide-open landscapes to tight portraits with outstanding clarity and true-to-life color. It features a large, bright 3" LCD monitor with a wide 170° viewing angle, enabling easier composition and high-quality image playback. It also incorporates Nikon's optical lens shift VR (Vibration Reduction) system, which compensates for camera movements to produce sharper, steadier images, and a High-Sensitivity mode selects the optimal setting up to ISO 3200 when shooting fast-moving or poorly lit subjects.
- 9.0 Megapixel Resolution
- With 9.0 million pixels of image information, the Nikon Coolpix S52 can produce stunning, photo quality prints up to 16 x 20".
- 3x Optical Zoom-Nikkor ED Glass Lens
- The Zoom Nikkor Lens incorporates exclusive ED lens elements and provides a 3x optical zoom (38 - 114mm equivalent) while the Macro capability lets you get as close as 1.6" to your subject inch. This combination is supported by Nikon's world-renowned optical technology delivering crisp, clear images.
- VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
- The lens of the Coolpix S52 incorporates Nikon's optical lens shift VR (Vibration Reduction) system, which compensates for camera movements to produce sharper, steadier images and video clips. And because the VR system remains active whenever the camera is on, images also appear more stable on the LCD monitor, making it much easier to judge the right moment to take the shot.
- Slim, Stylish, All-Metal Design
- With a slim, sophisticated design this ultra-compact digital camera easily slips right into your shirt pocket or purse, and its good looks are complemented by incredible durability due to the all-metal casing.
- Auto Adjust Sensitivity up to ISO 3200
- High light sensitivity up to ISO 3200 opens up a whole new world of photo opportunities. Allowing you to tackle scenes and situations far beyond the capabilities of conventional compact cameras, it offers you new power to capture fast-moving objects with outstanding clarity and gives you great exposures in significantly lower light.
- Nikon In-Camera Red-Eye Fix
- The Red-Eye Fix system automatically corrects for most instances of the red-eye effect that is commonly caused by the use of a built-in flash on a compact camera.
- Nikon D-Lighting
- The Nikon D-Lighting feature can rescue underexposed images or shots taken with too much backlight by automatically brightening the dark areas in the picture, while maintaining the brighter areas of the image.
- Nikon Face-Priority AF
- The Face-Priority AF system automatically detects and achieves sharp focus on people's faces wherever they are in the frame for crisp, sharp portraits.
- One-touch Portrait Mode
- The handy Portrait button provides one-touch direct access to Face-priority AF, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, and Nikon's D-Lighting, to ensure that users have the simplest path to astounding portraits and posed group shots.
- Scene Modes
- The Coolpix S52 incorporates user-friendly scene modes that cover some of the more common difficult shooting situations. The scene modes automatically adjust focus, exposure, white balance and other settings to make getting a good exposure easy.
- Movie and Voice Recording
- Shoot QuickTime movies with sound at 30 frames per second at a length that is only limited by the available space on the internal memory or your SD memory card. The Voice Memo Function Records up to 5 hours of sound that can then be attached to an image, or played back by itself.
- Auto Image Rotation
- The Auto Image Rotation feature detects pictures that have been taken with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates the image for in-camera LCD playback or for slide shows.
- Nikon In-Camera Innovations
- The Nikon Coolpix S52 includes a number of in camera innovations in addition to what has been described above, including In-Camera Cropping, which allows you to crop out the part of the image you don't want and keep the part you like. There is also a Saturation Mode that allows you to control the color saturation; Blur Warning alerts you to a blurry image; Noise Reduction Mode minimizes digital artifacts in long exposures; Voice Memo Function records up to 20 seconds of sound that can then be attached to an image; Best Shot Selector enables the camera to take a series of photos and automatically select the one with the sharpest focus; and Date and Time Imprinting is available to document the exact time and date that your photo is taken.
- Rotary Multi Selector
- The Rotary Multi Selector enables easier camera use. Swift circular scrolling action allows speedy image browsing at up to 10 pictures per second, and a range of buttons ensures intuitive operation. An onscreen icon with a cursor that tracks Rotary Multi Selector scrolling makes it easy to select various features.
- In-Camera Help Button
- The In-Camera Help button on the Coolpix S52 instantly displays an explanation for all the functions within all menus.
- Built-in and Expandable Memory
- The camera includes 38MB of built-in memory so you can begin taking shots immediately without having to purchase a memory card, and the memory capacity can be expanded dramatically with Secure digital (SD) or Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) memory cards.
- Huge, Bright 3.0-inch LCD
- The Coolpix S52 is equipped with a huge 3.0" LCD great for viewing images anywhere, anytime. The impressive 170° wide viewing angle makes it easier for everyone to see and enjoy images. The larger 230,000-dot LCD lets you make the most of smooth, sharp movies, fantastic looking stills and exciting Pictmotion shows.
- Pictmotion On-camera Entertainment
- With the Pictmotion feature, you can create sophisticated multimedia presentations right on your camera. Simply select your favorite images (up to 200 still images) and movies, decide on a style (5 styles selectable), and pick a music file (there are 5 pre-installed music files, load up to 10 music files). The Pictmotion feature will then automatically combine your elements into a professional looking presentation, using appropriate transitions and style that are synced to your music.
- Print Directly to a Printer or Show Pictures on a TV
- You can send images directly to print, without the need of a PC, when using PictBridge and USB Direct Print compatible printers, or connect directly to your TV for family slide shows and presentations.
Go To
| Camera Type | Ultra Compact Point-and-shoot Digital Camera |
| Image Quality | |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 1/2.5" 9.3 Megapixel CCD |
| Effective Resolution | 9.0 million pixels |
| Color Depth | 24-Bit RGB |
| Color Modes | Standard, Vivid Color, Black and White, Sepia, Cyanotype |
| Image File Formats | JPEG (High, Normal) |
| Recorded Resolution |
9M (3456 x 2592) 5M (2592 x 1944) 3m (2048 x 1536) PC (1024 x 768) TV (640 x 480) |
| Video Recording |
AVI Moton JPEG with sound TV movie (640 x 480 @ 30fps) Pictmotion (640 x 480 @ 10fps) Small size (320 x 240 @ 30fps) Smaller size (160 x 120 @ 15fps) Time-lapse movie (30fps without sound) Stop-motion movie (640 x 480 @ 5, 10, 15fps without sound) Clip length limited only by available memory |
| Audio Recording |
WAV format (monaural) Records up to 5 hours with or without image, further limited by available memory |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Zoom-Nikkor Lens (12 elements in 9 groups) |
| Optical Zoom | 3x |
| Lens Focal Length | 6.3 - 18.9mm (38 - 114mm equivalent) |
| Digital Zoom | 4x |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.6" (4cm) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.3-4.2 |
| Optical Image Stabilization | Yes (Optical lens shift VR) |
| Accessory Lens/Filter Mount | No |
| Focus Control | |
|---|---|
| Focus Type | Contrast-detect AF (up to 5-area) with AF assist lamp |
| Focus Modes | Autofocus (Auto area, 5-area, Single point) Face-Priority AF, Focus lock |
| Focus Range |
Normal: 12" (30cm) - infinity Macro: 1.6" (4cm) - infinity |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity |
Auto Gain ISO (100-800) High Sensitivity Auto ISO (100-2000) Selectable ISO (100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200) |
| Shutter Type | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Shutter Speed | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Aperture Range | f/3.3-4.2 (max.) |
| Exposure Metering | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Exposure Modes | Auto, High Sensitivity (up to ISO 1600), Scene Modes (4 with Scene Assist), Exposure Compensation (±2EV in 1/2EV increments), Exposure Lock |
| White Balance Modes | Auto with TTL control, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Flash, White Balance Preset |
| Scene Modes | Portrait, Night Portrait, Sports, Landscape, Party, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night Landscape, Museum, Fireworks Show |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes (Auto, Red-eye Reduction (In-Camera Red-Eye Fix), Flash cancel, Anytime flash, Slow sync.) |
| Effective Flash Range | 1' (0.3 m) - 18' (5.5 m) |
| External Flash Connection | No |
| External Flash Control | Not Applicable |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Start-Up Time | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Shutter Lag | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Time Between Shots | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Burst Capability |
Continuous @ 0.9 fps Multi-shot 16 @ 1.6 fps (only available at 5M/normal image size) |
| Self Timer | 3 seconds or 10 seconds |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Date & Time Stamp | Yes |
| Memory & Power | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Memory | 38MB |
| Compatible Memory Cards | Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Card |
| Recording Capacity | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Battery Type | EN-EL8 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery |
| Power Adapter | EH-63 AC Adapter (optional) |
| Input/Output | |
|---|---|
| Computer Interface | USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) |
| Direct Print Capable | Yes (PictBridge, ImageLink) |
| Remote Control | No |
| Video Output | Yes (NTSC & PAL) |
| Web-Cam Capable | No |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows XP, Vista (32bit) Macintosh OS X (10.3.9, 10.4.x) |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder | No |
| LCD Display | 3.0" TFT color LCD (230,000 pixels) with wide viewing angle and anti-reflection coating |
| Language Options | Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish |
| Playback Options | 1 frame, Thumbnail (4, 9 or 16 up), Slide show, Zoom playback, Shooting information display, Delete Function (Delete all frames, delete selected frames, protect function available, card format), Image adjustment (Image sharpening, Saturation control, In-camera crop), Pictmotion (5 styles selectable to playback movies or up to 30 still images, 5 music files pre-installed, max. 5 music files loadable) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3.6 x 2.3 x 0.8" (93 x 59 x 21mm) |
| Weight | 4.4 oz (125g) without battery |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Pros
- Simple controls (7)
- Easy to setup (6)
- Large clear LCD (6)
- Easy to keep clean (3)
- Short lag time (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Fun (6)
- Travel (4)
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Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
Cons
- Long Lag Time
Best Uses
- Fun
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S52 Digital Camera (Red):
I am a professional photographer that never leaves home without a camera. The S52 is a great point and shoot that never leaves my pocket.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Short Lag Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Documentary
- Fun
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S52 Digital Camera (Red):
My wife had a Exlim and loved it until the zoom motor started grinding. She really wanted something that had a larger screen and was easy to use. I loved my D300 and the quality of the images from the unit, so I took a chance that I might have a similar experience with a camera in this class. It absolutely didn't disappoint.
Color and clarity are excellent, focus is fast, and the screen is HUGE.
What I'm not wild about is the light, plastic feel the body has. I prefer a heavier solid feel, but my wife loves the weight and ease of use.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
Cons
- Prone to accidents batter
Best Uses
- Art
- Documentary
- Travel
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S52 Digital Camera (Red):
in my shirt pocket daily.
small and easy to handle.
delicate and prone to costly accidents battery exchange system.
does not offers the highest quality Nikor lens.
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Fun
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S52 Digital Camera (Red):
Bought this for my daughter who is leaving for college. It is easy to use, nice to handle - amazing how much the technology has changed in such a short time. This camera was replacing an older model Nikon Coolpix.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Short Lag Time
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S52 Digital Camera (Red):
Gave it to my girlfriend on her birthday and took many many many pictures. Quality was superb and she was very happy, which fulfils my intention of buying this RED colour version as it is not available in Singapore. COOL!!!
Pros
- Big bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Short Lag Time
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Lacks an included case
Best Uses
- Fun
- Restricted spaces
- Travel
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S52 Digital Camera (Red):
WOW! The Nikon S-52 is an amazing P&S pocket camera!
I love the bright 3 inch display which occupies about 80 percent of the back of the camera with the controls in the remaining portion. The large multi function button adds a lot to the ease of use of such a diminutive camera. The images are incredibly crisp and sharp with excellent color rendition. Impressive 8 1/2 x 11 prints at 300 dpi rivaling current DSLR capabilities are not a problem. I use this camera to photograph difficult to see and reach details of structural connections typically hidden in attics, crawl spaces, or ceilings where a small camera is a great asset. It is the best camera I’ve found to date for this task.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Lightweight
Cons
- Low on internal memory
Best Uses
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S52 Digital Camera (Red):
It a great on the go camera. Just keep it in your bag and you wont miss everyday shots. I use it as a lightweight tourist camera too. Crisp, clear photos from an easy to use lightweight camera.
Plan to buy more memory.
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What's in the Box
- EN-EL8 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery
- MH-62 Battery Charger
- UC-E12 AV/USB Cable
- Wrist Strap
- Printer Dock Accessory Insert (PV-12)
- PictureProject Software CD-ROM
- User Guide
- 1-Year Manufacturers Limited Warranty
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