Nikon Coolpix S610c Digital Camera (Midnight Black)
The Nikon Coolpix S610c Digital Camera blends elegant design and quality construction with high performance and intuitive controls and features; plus it is Wi-Fi capable, allowing users to upload pictures to Nikon's my Picturetown Internet services anywhere Wayport Wi-Fi (802.11b/g) service is available. The durable metal body houses a 10 megapixel image sensor that is partnered with a 4x wide-angle Nikkor zoom lens with an equivalent focal length of 28-112mm in 35mm terms. Additionally, the lens incorporates Nikon's Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) image stabilization, to overcome camera shake and ensure sharp photos at shutter speeds up to three times slower than would normally be possible, and also includes a High ISO of ISO 3200 for capturing images in low-light situations.
The camera features the EXPEED Processor that provides for high-speed operation, and powers Nikon's exclusive In-Camera Innovations that include In-Camera Red-Eye Fix that automatically detects and corrects red eye, D-Lighting which compensates for excessive back-light or insufficient flash in images, and Nikon's enhanced Face-Priority AF that can automatically finds and focuses on up to 12 people's faces within one frame. In addition the Coolpix S610c is equipped with Active Child Mode, which automatically tracks the movement of subjects, such as children and pets, to ensure that they are in crisp, clear focus, Smile Mode to automatically take photos when a subject smiles, and Nikon's Scene Auto Selector Mode, which automatically selects the right scene mode for the image you are shooting for trouble-free photography.
The intuitive controls and large and vivid 3.0" LCD display make it easy to compose photographs and allow users quickly search through images. The display has a wide-viewing angle of 170 degrees and an anti-reflection coating, so it is easily visible, even under bright ambient light conditions. In addition, the S610c comes bundled with the COOLPIX Software Suite for editing, organizing and sharing images. The camera is also compatible with SDHC cards, and utilizes a slim EN-EL12 rechargeable Li-ion battery, which provides plenty of power for a full day of shooting.
- 10.0 Megapixel Resolution
- With 10 million pixels of image information, the Nikon Coolpix S610c can produce stunning, photo quality prints up to 20" x 30".
- 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom-Nikkor Lens
- The high quality Zoom Nikkor Lens provides a 4x optical zoom (28mm-112mm equivalent) while the Macro capability lets you get as close as 5.9" to your subject. The wide-angle capability of the lens makes the camera well suited to architectural or real estate photography and also makes it easier to capture broad vistas or large groups. The lens also has a maximum aperture of f/2.8 for improved low light shooting.
- Optical VR (Vibration Reduction) Image Stabilization
- The lens of the Coolpix S610c incorporates Nikon's optical lens shift VR (Vibration Reduction) system, which compensates for camera movements to produce sharper, steadier images. 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, Metal Body
- 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.
- Wi-Fi Capability
- With WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) standard, and complementary Wayport Wi-Fi service through August of 2011, the Coolpix S610c makes it easy to connect to a wireless network by simply entering your PIN and selecting your connection method. This secure connection gives you direct access to Nikon's my Picturetown Internet services where photos can be automatically and securely stored for anytime-access using Picture Bank, or uploaded directly to a blog or other web site for easy posting and updating. You can also send a link to selected photos directly to a friend's email address, allowing them to view your pictures without having to download them as attachments.
- Light Sensitivity up to ISO 3200
- High light sensitivity up to ISO 3200 allows you to tackle scenes and situations that many compact cameras cannot, with the power to capture fast-moving objects with outstanding clarity and gives you great exposures in lower light.
- Nikon In-Camera Innovations
- 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. The 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. 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, and the Face Zoom-in feature zooms right in on the subject's face during playback for images shot with Face-priority AF.
- 16 Scene Modes
- The Coolpix S610c incorporates 16 scene modes that cover some of the more common difficult shooting situations to maximize the image quality. The scene modes automatically adjust focus, exposure, white balance and other settings to make getting a good exposure easy.
- Active Child Mode & Smile Mode
- Track a moving subject and ensure sharp focus with the Active Child mode. Since Children can never seem to sit still long enough to take a good picture of them, the Active Child mode has the camera's autofocus system will automatically track your subject - even if they, temporarily, move out of the frame. The Smile Mode will detect up to 3 faces, focus, then automatically releases the shutter only when the subject smiles.
- Scene Auto Selector
- The Scene Auto Selector automatically recognizes the scene in your picture and selects the appropriate scene mode for you, the uses the chosen scene mode to automatically adjust the camera setting for the best possible results.
- Movie and Voice Recording
- Shoot TV-quality (640x480 @ 30 fps) QuickTime movies with sound with the clip length limited only by the available space on the internal memory or your memory card. The Voice Memo Function Records up to 20 seconds of sound that can then be attached to an image.
- 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.
- 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.
- Built-in and Expandable Memory
- The camera includes 45MB 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.
- Bright 3.0-inch LCD
- The Coolpix S610c is equipped with a bright 3.0" LCD that is great for viewing images anywhere, anytime. The impressive 230,000 pixel resolution of the display makes your images look bright and sharp while the anti-reflective coating reduces glare so the display is easier to view in bright light.
- 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 Wide-angle Point-and-shoot Digital Camera with Optical Image Stabilization |
| Image Quality | |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 1/2.33" 10.34 Megapixel CCD |
| Effective Resolution | 10.0 million pixels |
| Color Depth | 24-Bit RGB |
| Color Modes | Standard, Vivid color, Black & White, Sepia, Cyanotype |
| Image File Formats | JPEG (High, Normal) |
| Recorded Resolution |
10M (3648 x 2736) 16:9 (3584 x 2016) 8M (3072 x 2304) 5M (2592 x 1944) 3M (2048 x 1536) PC (1024 x 768) TV (640 x 480) |
| Video Recording |
Quicktime Moton JPEG with sound TV movie (640 x 480 @ 30 fps) Small size (320 x 240 @ 30 fps or 15 fps) Smaller size (160 x 120 @ 15fps) Time-lapse movie (640 x 480 with playback @ 30 fps - no sound) Stop-motion movie (640 x 480 with playback @ 5, 10, 15fps - no sound) Clip length limited only by available memory |
| Audio Recording |
WAV format (monaural) Records up to 20 seconds with image |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Wide-angle Zoom-Nikkor lens (7 elements in 6 groups) |
| Optical Zoom | 4x |
| Lens Focal Length | 5.0mm - 20.0mm (28mm - 112mm equivalent) |
| Digital Zoom | 4x |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 5.9" (15cm) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.7-5.8 |
| Optical Image Stabilization | Yes (Optical VR image stabilization) |
| Accessory Lens/Filter Mount | No |
| Focus Control | |
|---|---|
| Focus Type | Contrast-detect AF with AF assist lamp |
| Focus Modes | Auto (9-area auto select), Center, Manual (99 steps), Face Priority AF |
| Focus Range |
Normal: 19.7" (50cm) - infinity Macro: 5.9" (15cm) - infinity |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity |
Auto ISO (100-800) Hi-Auto ISO (100-1600) Selectable ISO (100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200) |
| Shutter Type | Mechanical and Charged Coupled Electronic Shutter |
| Shutter Speed | 4 - 1/1500 seconds |
| Aperture Range | f/2.7 & F/5.8 (2-steps) |
| Exposure Metering | 256-segment Matrix, Center Weighted, Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Auto, Scene Modes (4 with Scene Assist), Exposure Compensation (±2EV in 1/3EV increments) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto with TTL control, Direct sunlight, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Cloudy, Flash, White balance preset |
| Scene Modes | Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Night portrait, Party/Indoor, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night landscape, Close up, Museum, Fireworks show, Copy, Back light, Active Child, Panorama assist, BSS (Best Shot Selector), Exposure BSS, Color Options |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes (Auto, Red-eye Reduction (In-Camera Red-Eye Fix), Flash cancel, Anytime flash, Slow sync.) |
| Effective Flash Range | 1.6' (0.5m) - 21.3' (6.5m) |
| External Flash Connection | No |
| External Flash Control | Not Applicable |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Start-Up Time | 0.6 seconds |
| Shutter Lag | 0.005 seconds |
| Time Between Shots | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Burst Capability | 1.4 fps continuous |
| Self Timer | 3 seconds or 10 seconds |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Date & Time Stamp | Yes |
| Memory & Power | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Memory | 45MB |
| Compatible Memory Cards | Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Card |
| Recording Capacity | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Battery Type | EN-EL12 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Power Adapter | EH-63 AC Adapter (optional) |
| Input/Output | |
|---|---|
| Computer Interface |
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Wi-Fi (802.11b/g) |
| Direct Print Capable | Yes (PictBridge) |
| Remote Control | No |
| Video Output | Yes (NTSC & PAL) |
| Web-Cam Capable | No |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows System
Macintosh System
|
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder | No |
| LCD Display | 3.0" TFT color LCD (230,000 pixels) with anti-reflection coating |
| Language Options | Czech, Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Thai (Some languages listed require firmware update) |
| Playback Options | 1 frame, Thumbnail (4 or 9 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) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 2.2 x 3.7 x 0.9" (57 x 94 x 23mm) |
| Weight | 6.0 oz. (170g) without battery |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 6 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
83%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (5)
- Easy to use (5)
- Good image quality (5)
- Large clear LCD (5)
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Family photos (4)
- Travel (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S610c Digital Camera (Midnight Black):
nice gift :)
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S610c Digital Camera (Midnight Black):
This camera offers excellent picture quality, easy to use and a nice zoom. I think is a great deal for its price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S610c Digital Camera (Midnight Black):
If I wasn't told it was refurbished, I wouldn't have known.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S610c Digital Camera (Midnight Black):
its a good pocket size camera and takes great pics. low light is good with fast focusing..
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S610c Digital Camera (Midnight Black):
The camera is easy to use and takes great pictures. It's fantastic in low light. There is a significant lag time between when the button is pressed and the picture is actually taken, but that is OK. My biggest gripe: the charger died after a year. I thought the camera was dead, so I wasted money on a new camera, when all I needed was a new charger.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Nikon Coolpix S610c Digital Camera (Midnight Black):
Excellent Camera. Very simple and easy to use. Love the wifi connectivity feature. All in all this camera is great.
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- Comparison Chart (PDF 256.1kb)
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- Wayport WiFi Service (PDF 105.4kb)
- Brochure (PDF 446.2kb)
- Coolpix Comparison Guide (Fall 2008) (PDF 1.7mb)
- Nikon Coolpix S610c Compact Digital Camera Lineup (PDF 6.4mb)
Memory Cards
Sufficient memory is not included so be sure to have enough storage capacity.
- Price: $9.95
- GBP 6.34
Batteries & Power
Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.
- Price: $24.95
- GBP 15.89
Bags & Straps
Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a strap.
- Price: $13.95
- GBP 8.89
Screen Protectors
Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.
- Price: $7.49
- GBP 4.77
Filters & Adapters
Get the desired effect with a filter and the appropriate adapter.
- Price: $13.98
- GBP 8.90
Tripod & Support
Place your camera on a tripod for the support and stability you need.
- Price: $12.95
- GBP 8.25
Books & Tutorials
Learn all that your new camera can do.
- Price: $17.95
- GBP 11.43
Warranties & Support
Guarantee your enjoyment with premium coverage and support.
- Price: $22.95
- GBP 14.62
What's in the Box
- EN-EL12 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- EH-63 AC Adapter/Charger
- Wrist Strap (AN-CP19)
- USB Cable (UC-E13)
- A/V Cable (EG-CP15)
- COOLPIX Software Suite CD-ROM
- User Guide
- 1-Year Nikon U.S.A. Limited Warranty
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