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Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black)

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  • B&H # NICPS8000B
  • Mfr# 26191

Product Highlights

  • High-resolution 14.2 Megapixel CCD
  • 10x, 30-300mm Equivalent Zoom
  • Slim, Narrow-profile Design
  • 3" 921,000-dot LCD
  • HD 720p Video with Stereo Sound
  • Up to ISO 3200 for Low-light Imaging
  • 4-Way VR Image Stabilization System
  • Creative Slider for Optimizing Images
  • Smart Portrait System

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For a camera that fits easily into your jacket pocket, the Nikon CoolPix S8000 offers an extremely broad (10x) 30-300mm equivalent zoom range coupled with 14.2 megapixels of resolving power, and a bright, 921,000-dot 3" LCD. Along with sharp, richly-toned still images, the CoolPix S8000 can also capture HD 720p video clips with stereo sound at 30 frames-per-second in lengths up to 1.5 hours long.

To ensure sharp, usable pictures under any and all lighting conditions, the CoolPix S8000 features a 4-way VR optical image stabilization system , the ability to boost ISO ratings up to 3200, a Motion Detection function that automatically adjusts the camera's shutter speed and ISO rating to compensate for fast-moving subjects, and Nikon's Best Shot Selector (BSS) that quickly captures 10 exposures and automatically edits and saves the sharpest of the batch.

For capturing the fastest of activities the CoolPix S8000 can also capture up to 20 pictures at bursts up to 11 frames-per-second (fps), or 3 fps for up to 45 exposures.

Other image-enhancing features found the Nikon CoolPix S8000 include macro shooting down to 0.4" from the front lens element, Face Priority AF for up to 12 faces, Skin Softening for more flattering portraits, Advanced Flash controls, and a Creative Slider that enables you to easily adjust the brightness, saturation, and color hue levels of your pictures in-camera.

14.2 Megapixels for stunning prints as large as 20 x 30 inches.
10x Wide-Angle Zoom-NIKKOR ED Glass Lens has a versatile zoom range from 30mm to an impressive 300mm telephoto coverage that gets you close to the action while capturing expansive landscapes. The NIKKOR ED lens is built on a proud heritage of producing precision camera optics that delivers superb color and razor-sharp results.
Extra Bright 3.0" High Resolution VGA (921,000-dot) Clear Color Display makes images and movies come alive with rich detail and improved contrast. The large LCD makes it easy to compose and share your pictures with a wide-viewing angle and anti-glare coating.
Quick Performance with ultra-fast start-up, autofocus and shooting. Sports Continuous shooting enables high-speed shooting at approximately 3 fps for images up to 45 frames.
HD Movie with HDMI Output 720p HD movie recording at 30fps and HDMI output for easy in-camera playback or on your TV or computer.
4-way VR Image Stabilization system.
Optical VR Image Stabilization by lens shift minimizes the effect of camera shake.
Motion Detection automatically detects moving subjects and adjusts shutter speed and ISO setting to compensate for camera shake and subject movement.
High ISO up to 3200 at full resolution capability helps give you better results when shooting in low light or capturing fast-moving subjects.
Nikon's original Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically takes up to 10 shots while the shutter is pressed and saves the sharpest image.
Slim, Stylish, Metal Design packs high performance into portable convenience for the slimmest in its class. 1
Creative Slider creates pictures, in camera, the way you imagine them by simply you adjusting brightness, vividness and color hue.
Smart Portrait System includes:
  • Smile Timer and Blink Proof makes sure you'll always catch the decisive moment when your subject smiles, and Blink Proof function shoots two pictures and automatically saves the one in which the subject's eyes remain open
  • Blink Warning, when activated alerts you that the subject may have blinked and allows you to retake the photo
  • In-Camera Red-Eye Fix™ automatically fixes, while shooting, most instances of red-eye in the camera. You may never see red-eye again
  • Face-Priority AF Nikon's face-finding technology that automatically focuses on up to 12 faces
  • Skin Softening smoothes skin tone at three different levels for optimal portraits
Advanced Flash Control delivers natural flash images even when ambient or assisted lighting is typically insufficient, such as backlight or telephoto shooting.
EXPEED Image Processing ensures high-quality pictures with stunning color and sharpness. Nikon's comprehensive digital imaging processing concept incorporates the know-how and technologies accumulated throughout Nikon's long history of photographic and digital imaging development and is custom-tuned for COOLPIX. Applied optimized technologies render natural-looking pictures of incredible quality and quick response so you won't miss that special moment.
Subject Tracking will track a moving subject to ensure sharp focus. The camera will automatically track your subject - even if they temporarily move out of the frame.
Quick Retouch optimizes contrast and color vividness for beautiful images.
Scene Auto Selector automatically recognizes the scene in your picture and selects the most appropriate scene mode (6) + auto mode.
D-Lighting rescues dark or backlit images by improving brightness and detail during playback.
16 Scene Modes for optimized shooting in various settings.
Macro shooting as close as 0.4".
Camera Type Point-and-shoot Digital Camera
Imaging
Resolution Effective: 14.2MP, Recorded: 14.48MP
Sensor 1/2.3" CCD
Bit Depth Not Specified By Manufacturer
File Formats JPEG, AVI
File Size 14M (High) (4320 x 3240), 14M (4320 x 3240), 8M (3264 x 2448), 5M (2592 x 1944), 3M (2048 x 1536), PC (1024 x 768) VGA (640x480) 16:9 (4224 x 2376)
Color Spaces sRGB
Image Stabilization Yes
Crop Factor N/A
Optics
Lens 5.4-54mm f/3.5-5.9 (35mm film equivalent: 30-300mm)
Zoom Optical: 10x
Digital: 2x
Lens Mount N/A
Focus Type Autofocus
Focus Range Normal: 1.5' (50cm) - infinity
Macro: 0.4" (1cm) - infinity
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount N/A
Shooting Controls
Sensitivity ISO 100-3200
Shutter Speeds 1/2000 - 8s (when ISO sensitivity is set to 100, 200, 400)
1/2000 - 2s (when ISO sensitivity is set to 800)
1/8000 - 1s (when ISO sensitivity is set to Auto, 1600, 3200)
4s ( Fireworks show scene mode)
Metering 224 - segment matrix, center-weighted
Exposure Modes Auto, Scene
White Balance Auto, Preset, Daylight, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Cloudy, Flash
Mirror Lock-Up N/A
Burst Capability 11 fps, up to 20 frames
Self Timer 10 or 2 seconds
Interval Recording No
Remote Control No
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
Effective Flash Range Wide: 1 to 18' (0.3 to 5.47m)
Tele: 2 to 12' (0.6 to 3.66m)
External Flash Connection None
Dedicated Flash System N/A
Max Sync Speed N/A
Memory
Built-in Memory 32MB
Memory Card Type SD/SDHC
Still Images per GB Not Specified By Manufacturer
A/V Recording
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolution 1280 x 720 pixels (HD) & 30 fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Video Clip Length 29 Minutes
Audio Recording Stereo Audio with Video Only (Internal mic only)
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type None
Viewfinder Coverage N/A
Display 3" LCD
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity HDMI, USB 2.0, A/V Out
System & Software Requirements Windows 7, XP (SP3), Vista
Mac OS OS X (10.3.9 or later)
Environmental
Operating/Storage Temperature +32 - 104°F (0 - +40°C)
Weatherproofing None
Durability Not Rated
Power
Battery Type EN-EL12 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Power Adapter AC Adapter EH-62F (optional)
Physical
Dimensions 4.1 x 2.3 x 1.1" (103 x 57 x 27mm)
Weight 6.5 oz (183g)

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black)
 
4.3

(based on 61 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

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    (30)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (24)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (2)

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91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Zoom range/performance (54)
  • Image stabilization (44)
  • Good in low light (32)
  • Nice body color (30)
  • Short lag time (27)

Cons

  • Poor flash (8)
  • Short battery life (7)
  • Lag / shutter delay (4)
  • No viewfinder (3)

Best Uses

  • Family photos (50)
  • Travel (49)
  • Landscape/scenery (36)
  • Low light (25)
  • Video (15)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Photo enthusiast (24), Casual photographer (17), Semi-pro photographer (15), Pro photographer (4)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (21), Yes (7)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

a great CoolPix upgrade model

I bought this camera since my CoolPix 7600 wasn't cutting it anymore for my needs (pics looked low-quality, flash had TOO MUCH LAG, and low-light pics didn't come out anymore). I'm VERY happy...Read complete review

I bought this camera since my CoolPix 7600 wasn't cutting it anymore for my needs (pics looked low-quality, flash had TOO MUCH LAG, and low-light pics didn't come out anymore). I'm VERY happy that this model is much improved over the 7600!

My most important pics are taken on family camping trips (hiking, boating, sightseeing, or just around the campsite) in different lighting situations (daytime, forest, nighttime), and this camera takes excellent pics! I've played around with different scene modes and many of them work very well. when I use "museum" mode (NO flash--some museums have this rule), pics come out much better than with my previous camera.

I don't consider battery life a crisis--when it's low and I'm on the go, I can charge it through a computer or through my car (with a USB-to-car-power-outlet thingy).

my biggest gripe is with the flash placement on the top left--I've taken pics and realized that my finger was ON the flash, preventing it from popping up! I have petite fingers and it's tough to know where to hold the camera with your left hand. also, the outside front left of the camera is too smooth, so my fingers have sometimes slipped when holding the camera (GOOD THING I always use the wrist strap)! I actually bought a Zagg Design clear protective skin for my camera, so that helped with holding the camera.

Overall, I'm VERY happy that I own this camera!

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Nikon S8000

I was expecting more, given the hype and the wait.
The lag is better than most pocket cameras i have, but not great. i am spoiled by nikon's dslrs, though. maybe t...Read complete review

I was expecting more, given the hype and the wait.
The lag is better than most pocket cameras i have, but not great. i am spoiled by nikon's dslrs, though. maybe there is not one to come close.

The flash, i feel, is poor design. with it popping up when called upon, it presents a problem if you happen to have your hand where it sits, which is where you would normally be holding it. if your fingers are on the left side and a flash is needed, it simply does not exert enough pressure to give you the hint it needs to come up. It will pop up after you release your hold, then becoming vulnerable to damage.

also, you can easily press or inadvertently twirl the rotary dial when you did not mean to change a setting. the idea is clever, but as a low light camera, it is possible to change settings you did not mean to change. might be good if there was a button lock on the rotary.

photo quality is good.

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3.0

I am ticked....

By Paul

from Toronto, Canada

Verified Buyer

Pros

    Cons

    • Short Battery Life

    Best Uses

      Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

      Got the camera....plug it in to charge the battery. Would not charge...read the manual and the recommend problem is battery...went out bought new battery. Worked right of way. What a pain. Now have to trying and recoupe....and fight.

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      5.0

      good value

      By Lauren2

      from Deering, NH

      About Me Casual Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Fast/accurate auto-focus
      • Good Image Quality
      • Large Clear LCD
      • Nice Body Color
      • Small / Compact

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Family Photos
        • Indoors/Low Light
        • Travel

        Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

        I've been using an APS film camera for almost two decades; this is my first digital camera. I like it b/c it's very easy to use and the pictures are very sharp, the colors are very sharp and true to life, it's small and light, and the video is of good quality, too.

        • Ease of Operation:
        • 9
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

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        4.0

        Good, not great camera, at a good price.

        By kickassmomnyc

        from New York, NY

        About Me Photo Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Good Image Quality
        • Good Image Stabilization
        • Great Zoom
        • Nice Body Color
        • Small / Compact

        Cons

        • Bad closeup focus
        • Poor Flash

        Best Uses

        • Family Photos
        • Landscape/Scenery
        • Travel

        Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

        This is a good camera with a few problems. The flash is in a terrible position and the lens does not focus well at close range, even in the macro mode. Very hard to take a decent closeup.

        Otherwise, quality is good, lens is sharp ant normal ranges.

        • Ease of Operation:
        • 8
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

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        5.0

        Very nice camera

        By David

        from Duluth, MN

        About Me Photo Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Fast/accurate auto-focus
        • Good Image Quality
        • Good in Low Light
        • Good pricevalue
        • Great Zoom
        • Large Clear LCD
        • Long Zoom
        • Short Lag Time
        • Small / Compact

        Cons

        • Position of Flash

        Best Uses

        • Family Photos
        • Indoors/Low Light
        • Landscape/Scenery
        • Sports/Action
        • Travel
        • Weddings/Events
        • Wildlife photos

        Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

        This camera has more settings than I expected from the reviews I read. Not only is the zoom 1:10 but it has a macro function which gets down under 1". There are numerous automatic scene settings for such things as sunsets or fireworks. One setting I particularly like is a 1-button setting to increase or decrease exposure by up to 3 stops.

        Picture quality is good, although I haven't blown up pictures very large.

        Overall I would definitely buy it again.

        • Ease of Operation:
        • 8
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

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        4.0

        Nikon knocked it out!!!

        By bps photo

        from philadelphia PA

        About Me Casual Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Fast/accurate auto-focus
        • Good Image Quality
        • Good Image Stabilization
        • Great Zoom
        • Large Clear LCD
        • Nice Body Color
        • Small / Compact

        Cons

        • Body design flaw - flash

        Best Uses

        • Family Photos
        • Landscape/Scenery
        • Sports/Action
        • Travel
        • Wildlife photos

        Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

        Recently gave this camera to my father as a gift and it is amazing!! The zoom is awesome and the resolution is sooo clear!!! It's a perfect gift for the shooter who wants a small camera body to carry around with a powerful zoom !!!
        Way to go Nikon!! The downside is the flash...it can pop up and hit your left hand while holding the camera but it just takes some getting used to...

        • Ease of Operation:
        • 9
        • Was this a gift?:
        • Yes

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        5.0

        Fast shutter speed

        By Rick

        from New Jersey

        About Me Casual Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Fast/accurate auto-focus
        • Good Image Quality
        • Good Image Stabilization
        • Great Zoom
        • Large Clear LCD
        • Short Lag Time
        • Small / Compact

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Family Photos
          • Travel

          Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

          Looked for a point and shoot camera with fast sutter speed. This camera worked out nicely on a family vacation to Disney. Stills turned out nice using the auto settings. Video worked well even in low lighting conditions. This camera did not have the noise issue in video mode.

          • Ease of Operation:
          • 10
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

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          4.0

          I'd do it all over again!

          By PhentinL

          from Baltimore, MD

          About Me Casual Photographer

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Fast/accurate auto-focus
          • Good Image Quality
          • Great Zoom
          • Large Clear LCD
          • Small / Compact

          Cons

          • No Viewfinder

          Best Uses

          • Family Photos
          • Indoors/Low Light
          • Landscape/Scenery
          • Travel
          • Weddings/Events

          Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

          This camera is easy to use, has a setting for nearly any situation and yields great pictures. It has a rechargeable battery that doesn't allow you to simply replace batteries if it runs out. It is quick at allowing you to see shots you've taken.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • Yes

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          4.0

          Awesome Camera

          By Kaushik

          from Houston, Texas

          About Me Photo Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Fast/accurate auto-focus
          • Good Image Quality
          • Good Image Stabilization
          • Great Zoom
          • Large Clear LCD
          • Nice Body Color
          • Small / Compact

          Cons

          • Not good in low light

          Best Uses

          • Family Photos
          • Landscape/Scenery
          • Sports/Action
          • Travel

          Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

          I got this camera 15 days back. The features are really nice. I got a refurbished one, so I was worried if I would have all the features perfect in it. I explored all the features and it worked perfectly fine.
          Based on other reviews of what people have said, you cant zoom in while shooting vidoes thats correct. But the trick is in you can zoom in with photo shooting mode first and then press the video recording button. Obviously you cant change the optical zoom then. You still can use the 4x digital zoom. The flash position is slightly awkward but you get used it in a day or two. The macro option is amazing it worked well. Its not that good for low light in night. You have to take it from nearby. As has been said in some of the reviews the photo appears as a painting in night in somecases. You have to work around with it a bit. Battery life is good, no problem at all. It has very good sports contious options. The smile detection also is awesome. But all in all a great value for money.

          • Ease of Operation:
          • 10
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

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          5.0

          I bought this camera twice in 6 months.

          By lynn

          from laguna beach, california

          About Me Photo Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Fast/accurate auto-focus
          • Good Image Quality
          • Good Image Stabilization
          • Great Zoom
          • Nice Body Color
          • Small / Compact

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Landscape/Scenery
            • Travel
            • Wildlife photos

            Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

            I love this camera. When my cleaning team in my office mistakenly threw out my camera, I immediately bought a new one. My camera is my best friend. I take it with me on all my travels. I use it to make Art Books, greeting cards, presents. I love that I can edit my photos as I take them (brightness, zoom,
            etc.) I love the 10x zoom. The clarity of the focus. I cannot think of anything about the camera that I do not love.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

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            5.0

            Nikon Cool pix s8000

            By ravi

            from buffalo grove, IL

            About Me Casual Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            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

              • Family Photos
              • Indoors/Low Light
              • Landscape/Scenery
              • Sports/Action
              • Travel
              • Weddings/Events
              • Wildlife photos

              Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

              its a very cool product i am not only recommend this to a friend but gifting it to my friend.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • Yes

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              5.0

              Small but big

              By Benny

              from WI

              About Me Photo Enthusiast

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Fast/accurate auto-focus
              • Good Image Quality
              • Good Image Stabilization
              • Great Zoom
              • Large Clear LCD
              • Nice Body Color
              • Short Lag Time
              • Small / Compact

              Cons

              • Poor Flash

              Best Uses

              • Family Photos
              • Sports/Action
              • Travel
              • Video
              • Wildlife photos

              Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

              small camera with big features.
              very good product.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • Yes

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              4.0

              CoolPix!!

              By Chihuahua Gal

              from Springfield, MA

              About Me Casual Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Use
              • Fast/accurate auto-focus
              • Good Image Quality
              • Good Image Stabilization
              • Good in Low Light
              • Great Zoom
              • Large Clear LCD

              Cons

              • Lag / Shutter Delay

              Best Uses

              • Family Photos
              • Indoors/Low Light
              • Travel
              • Weddings/Events

              Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

              I lost my Canon PowerShot at the beach and was heartbroken. I loved the camera and I lost a bunch of great pixs. I checked out consumer reports to see the top recommeded camera in a similar class as the Canon and the Nikon CoolPix S8000 took the vote. I bought it site unseen, little diappointed in the look at first but LOVE everthing else about this camera! The look is growing on me!

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              5.0

              Simple and Great

              By Vini Serafim

              from Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil

              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Use
              • Good Image Quality
              • Good Image Stabilization
              • Great Zoom
              • Large Clear LCD
              • Small / Compact

              Cons

              • No Viewfinder

              Best Uses

              • Family Photos
              • Landscape/Scenery
              • Travel

              Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

              This is a really good camera for those than don't want to care about all the stuff an SLR gives you to control. For the point&shoot people this is the one, easy to use and very good quality.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • Yes

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              4.0

              Excellant Canmera

              By Ski

              from Ithaca, NY

              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Use
              • Good Image Quality
              • Good Image Stabilization
              • Good in Low Light
              • Great Zoom
              • Large Clear LCD
              • Nice Body Color
              • Short Lag Time
              • Small / Compact

              Cons

              • No Viewfinder

              Best Uses

              • Family Photos
              • Indoors/Low Light
              • Travel

              Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

              I have been using this camera to record my inspection of infrastructure at an Ivy league campus. It is compct but offers a boatload of features. Has very sharpe resoultion. Long battery life between charges. Powerful flash. Solid metal body construction. I would recommend the Coolpix S8000 to anyone.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              5.0

              ease of use..right out of the box..

              By budspix

              from long island ,new york

              About Me Photo Enthusiast

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Use
              • Good Image Quality
              • Good Image Stabilization
              • Good in Low Light
              • Great Zoom
              • Large Clear LCD
              • Nice Body Color
              • Small / Compact

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Family Photos
                • Indoors/Low Light
                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Travel

                Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

                never opened the instruction manuel.Just mount it to you're hip and go anywhere.Beautiful ,bright screen,self explainatory menus.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

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                4.0

                Great Camera

                By Sara

                from Scottsdale, AZ

                About Me Casual Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use
                • Good Image Quality
                • Good Image Stabilization
                • Great Zoom
                • Large Clear LCD

                Cons

                • Poor Flash

                Best Uses

                • Family Photos
                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Travel

                Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

                Really Great. Only flaw, flash is where your finger normally goes, but you get use to it after a few uses. Great camera for the money.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

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                5.0

                Very nice point and shoot camera

                By Dave DDS

                from Benicia CA

                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use
                • Good Image Quality
                • Good Image Stabilization
                • Good in Low Light
                • Great Zoom
                • Large Clear LCD
                • Short Lag Time
                • Small / Compact

                Cons

                • Lag / Shutter Delay

                Best Uses

                • Family Photos
                • Indoors/Low Light
                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Travel
                • Video
                • Weddings/Events

                Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

                I got this camera just 4 days before a cruise in the Greek Isles so did not have alot of time to learn the camera. I read the quick start guide and did some little tests at home and then started to read the manual on the flight to Europe. After just a few uses and 1-2 hours of use it was easy and intuitive to use. I could change parameters and settings with ease .
                After a couple of days I felt comfortable shooting movies and trying some more "exotic" settings to be a bit more artsy with exposures and focus points. I took over 1500 pictures during the trip and about 20-25 minuites of video. All on less that 2 4 GB cards. the pictures on the computer screen look great.
                the battery lasted about a day of shooting, so every night I would swap out the battery and charge the other for the next day and carry it asa backup. My wife also has a Nikon that uses the same battry and we each had a camera and a total of 3 batteries.. This worked out great as we never missed a shot because of lack of a battery.
                The pop up flash is easily blocked by holding the camera. got used to that in just a couple of days.
                I am glad I got this camera.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

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                5.0

                Nice camera

                By Maranatha Spring Pictures

                from Elyria, Ohio

                About Me Casual Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use
                • Good Image Quality
                • Good in Low Light
                • Great Zoom
                • Large Clear LCD
                • Nice Body Color
                • Small / Compact

                Cons

                • Lag / Shutter Delay
                • Poor Image Stabilization

                Best Uses

                • Family Photos
                • Indoors/Low Light
                • Landscape/Scenery

                Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

                I used the camera to take pictures outdoors at night, daytime and indoors. The camera worked well and I was pleased with the pictures. I have not developed them yet. I am not an experienced photographer. In the past I have used disposables.

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                5.0

                Nikon Coolpix S8000: Nice little digicam

                By Rafe

                from Brooklyn

                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use
                • Good Image Quality
                • Great Zoom
                • Large Clear LCD

                Cons

                • Short Battery Life

                Best Uses

                • Family Photos
                • Indoors/Low Light
                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Travel

                Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

                Plan to use this as a take-everywhere camera for family shots and vacation pics, when I don't want to carry my Nikon DSLR. Quality of photos is very good - after adjusting a few out-of-the-box settings. Auto mode works for very well for most situations. Menus are easy to use, with quick acess to frequently used functions and settings. The camera is a little bit bigger than most digital point & shoots, which could be a drawback for some users. Battery life is very short; on a recent trip it lasted just a day and had to be charged each night. And the battery can only be charged in the camera - it would be nice to have an external charger for a second battery. Location of pop-up flash is not a big issue - the camera tells you if you're holding it down - but you may need to adjust the way you hold the camera.

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                5.0

                Awesome camera for the price and feature

                By Donald

                from Florida

                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use
                • 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

                  • Family Photos
                  • Indoors/Low Light
                  • Travel

                  Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black):

                  I used the camera at the disney on ice event with my daughter. It work well in low light and I was able to capture the skaters during the performance with out any blurring.

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                  Memory Cards

                  Required item: Sufficient memory is not included so be sure to have enough storage capacity.

                  PNY Technologies -  4GB SDHC Memory Card Premium Class 4
                  • Price: $6.20
                  • GBP 3.96
                   

                  Batteries & Power

                  Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.

                  Nikon -  EN-EL12 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (3.7V, 1050mAh)
                  • Price: $24.95
                  • GBP 15.93
                   
                  Pearstone -  EN-EL12 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (3.7V, 875mAh)
                    • Original: $17.95
                    • Save: $1.79
                  • Price: $16.16
                  • GBP 10.32
                   

                  Bags & Straps

                  Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a strap.

                  Lowepro -  Rezo 30 Pouch (Black)
                  • Price: $10.99
                  • GBP 7.02
                   

                  Screen Protectors

                  Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.

                  GGI -  Digital Camera/Camcorder Screen Protector Kit
                  • Price: $6.95
                  • GBP 4.44
                   

                  Card Readers

                  Download your pictures faster and save battery life.

                  GGI -  Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0
                  • Price: $9.95
                  • GBP 6.35
                   
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                  What's in the Box

                  Nikon Nikon CoolPix S8000 Digital Camera (Black)
                  • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12
                  • Charging AC Adapter EH-68P
                  • USB Cable UC-E6
                  • Audio Video Cable EG-CP14
                  • Strap AN-CP19
                  • Software Suite CD-ROM
                  • 1-Year Manufacturer's Warranty
                   
                   
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