Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver)
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The Nikon CoolPix S3000 offers a 4x, 27-108mm equivalent zoom range coupled with 12.0 megapixels of resolving power, and a bright 2.7" LCD.
To ensure sharp, usable pictures under any and all lighting conditions, the CoolPix S3000 features a 4-way VR optical image stabilization system, the ability to boost ISO ratings up to 3200, and Nikon's Best Shot Selector (BSS) that quickly captures 10 exposures and automatically edits and saves the sharpest of the batch.
Other image-enhancing features found the Nikon CoolPix S3000 include an EXPEED Image Processor, macro shooting down to 3.1" from the front lens element, D-Lighting for optimized image quality , a Quick Retouch feature, 16 Scene modes, and 5 color options for special effects.
- 12.0 Megapixels for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches
- 4x Wide-angle Zoom-NIKKOR Glass Lens has a versatile zoom range from wide 27 to 108mm telephoto coverage that gets you close to your subject while capturing expansive landscapes
- Bright 2.7" LCD makes images and movies easy to compose and share with a wide-viewing angle and anti-glare coating
- 4-way VR Image Stabilization System
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- Electronic VR Image Stabilization 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 capability helps give you sharper results when shooting in low light or capturing fast-moving subjects
- Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically takes up to 10 shots while the shutter is pressed and saves the sharpest image
- High Quality TV Movies with Sound records 640 x 480 at 30 fps movies for easy playback on your computer
- Slim, Stylish, Metal Design in a variety of colors for pocketable convenience and individuality
- Smart Portrait System Includes:
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- 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.
- 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 automatically track a moving subject to ensure sharp focus
- Quick Retouch optimizes contrast and color vividness for beautiful images
- Scene Auto Selector automatically recognizes the scene in your picture and adjusts camera setting
- 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 3.1"
- 5 Color Options for special filter effects. Choose from: standard color, vivid color, black-and-white, sepia and cyanotype
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| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Effective: 12.0 Megapixel, Actual Pixels: 12.39 Megapixel |
| Sensor | 1/2.3" CCD |
| File Formats |
Still Images: JPEG Movies: AVI Audio: WAV |
| Max Resolution | 12MP: 4000 x 3000 @ 4:3 |
| Other Resolutions |
8MP: 3264 x 2448 @ 4:3 5MP: 2592 x 1944 @ 4:3 3MP: 2048 x 1536 @ 4:3 0.8MP: 1024 x 768 @ 4:3 0.6MP: 640 x 480 @ 4:3 8.9MP: 3968 x 2232 @ 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3, 16:9 |
| Image Stabilization | Digital |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens |
NIKKOR, 6 elements in 5 groups EFL: 4.9-19.6 mm (35mm equivalent: 27-108 mm) Aperture: f/3.2 (W) - 5.6 (T) |
| Zoom | Optical: 4x |
| Focus Range |
Normal: 19.69" (50 cm) - Infinity Macro: 3.2" (8.13 cm) - Infinity |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 80-3200 |
| Shutter |
Type: Electronic & Mechanical Speed: 1 - 1/2000 seconds 4 - 1/2000 seconds in Fireworks Mode |
| Exposure Metering | Center-weighted, Spot, TTL 256-zones |
| Exposure Modes |
Modes: Program Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Manual |
| Burst Rate | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Self Timer | 2 Seconds, 10 Seconds |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Remote Control | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes: Auto, Flash On, Off, Red-eye Reduction |
| Effective Flash Range |
Wide: 1.64 - 14.76' (0.5 - 4.5 m) Telephoto: 1.64 - 7.87' (0.5 - 2.4 m) |
| External Flash Connection | None |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Memory | 47MB |
| Memory Card Type |
SD SDHC |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
| Video | |
|---|---|
| Video Clip Length | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Audio Recording | With Video, Mono |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | None |
| Screen | 2.7" LCD (230000 pixels) |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
| Environmental | |
|---|---|
| Operating/Storage Temperature |
Operating 32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C) Humidity: 0 - 85% |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery | EN-EL10 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack |
| AC Power Adapter | EH-62D (Optional) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 3.71 x 2.20 x 0.75" / 94.3 x 55.9 x 19 mm |
| Weight | 4.09 oz / 116 g (With battery and SD Card) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 14 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (9)
- Good image quality (8)
- Compact (7)
- Image stabilization (7)
- Zoom range/performance (7)
Cons
- Short battery life (3)
Best Uses
- Family photos (11)
- Travel (9)
- Landscape/scenery (8)
- Low light (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (6), Photo enthusiast (3), Semi-pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (7), Yes (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Camera for the price!
My main camera is a Nikon D60. I purchased this slim Nikon Coolpix because of its size for times that I don't want to carry around a SLR.
This camera is very eas...Read complete review
My main camera is a Nikon D60. I purchased this slim Nikon Coolpix because of its size for times that I don't want to carry around a SLR.
This camera is very easy to use and the perfect size to keep with you at all times to capture those unexpected moments. The start up time for this camera is amazingly fast and short lag time.
I love the fact that it can charge while downloading pictures to your PC or Laptop.
The only short fall for this camera that I have found so far is the short life of the battery. My SLR can take around 600 pictures when fully charged, this Coolpix took around 300. So if you are looking to take a lot of pictures I highly recommend an extra battery!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Easy and convenient, not instantaneous
This is a small, sleek camera, easy to use once you spend time learning the menus.
I am accustomed to old 35mm SLR film cameras and the one thing I miss ho...Read complete review
This is a small, sleek camera, easy to use once you spend time learning the menus.
I am accustomed to old 35mm SLR film cameras and the one thing I miss horribly is the instantaneous click. When I hit the trigger, the shutter releases. With these auto digital cameras, there is a delay and I often miss the moment I was aiming for. Perhaps I can turn off the auto features that prevent instantaneous release, but I need to explore the point and shoot more to learn what it's good at. For the money, this is an easy camera. But I think I may invest in a digital camera with a traditional viewfinder and more manual options next time.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
This camera is for my husband who demands quality & simplicity. He has both in the Nikon S3000. Before it came, we visited my uncle who was showing off his new little camera. Yes, a Nikon S3000.
My husband is getting used to the camera & has installed the necessary computer software, complaining every step of the way about having to learn something new.
Now, a couple of weeks later, he's very happy with the new camera. BTW, my uncle is 95, my husband is 64, & still misses the old Brownie cameras.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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
Best Uses
- Family Photos
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
I use this product to take picture and video of my kids. It is slim and just the right size to carry around in a purse or even pocket.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- No Viewfinder
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
Bought for my wife to throw in her purse. Works great and takes fantastic picture. Super slim.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- No Viewfinder
- Very lightweight
Best Uses
- Family Photos
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
I bought this as a gift for my mom for Christmas. She's ecstatic. It is simple enough that she doesn't have to work to hard just to take pictures when she wants. The pictures are not the highest quality ever, but they are adequate.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
I bought this camera for my 15-year-old daughter based on Nikon's reputation, the price of the camera and the features. My daughter travels often for school and extracurricular activities, so the size is perfect and the features on the camera are sufficient for what she will use it for. I don't have any regrets, thus far, and she is enjoying it. [...]
- Ease of Operation:
- 7
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast/accurate auto-focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Good sound
- Good video quality
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
The camera took very nice images in auto mode as well as the various scene modes. I used it over the holidays to capture family and friends in a variety of settings from action to low light and all the image looked great! I found the large LCD to be very crisp and clear and everything about the camera was easy to use. Well thought out design.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
Cons
- Poor Flash
Best Uses
- Family Photos
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
i USE THE PRODUCT FOR FAMILY PICTURES
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- 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
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
As a professional photographer I found this camera met my expectations for a point and shoot. The size is awesome...about that of a cell phone. The quality of the pictures and video are great. The LCD is sooo awesome being larger that lots of other cameras. The price was awesome as well. It is simple and easy enough for my mother (whom this was bought for) to use and not get overwhelmed with options and size. I would highly recommend this to anyone and when my old point and shoot dies...this will be my next purchase.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Good Image Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
Very good pictures, easy to use it
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
This is a small, sleek camera, easy to use once you spend time learning the menus.
I am accustomed to old 35mm SLR film cameras and the one thing I miss horribly is the instantaneous click. When I hit the trigger, the shutter releases. With these auto digital cameras, there is a delay and I often miss the moment I was aiming for. Perhaps I can turn off the auto features that prevent instantaneous release, but I need to explore the point and shoot more to learn what it's good at. For the money, this is an easy camera. But I think I may invest in a digital camera with a traditional viewfinder and more manual options next time.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Nice Body Color
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
SIMPLE, SIMPLE SIMPLE
Pros
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
i use it for pleasure, the pictures are clear.
the camera is small and fitt in any hand bag
Pros
- Affordable
- Compact size
- Easy to use
- Good Image Stabilization
- GREAT PICTURE QUALITY
- Great zoom range performance
- Image quality
- Lightweight
- Pocket size
- size
- User friendly
Cons
- Optical view finder
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
My main camera is a Nikon D60. I wanted a small camera that can just fit in my pocket when I don't want to carry around a SLR. It is a great camera loaded with options. So far the pictures have turned out great. Love the option of taking wide screen pictures. Great camera at a great price. My one recommendation is if you plan to take it on a trip and plan to take a lot of photos purchase the extra battery!
Pros
- Easy to use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Image quality
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Silver):
My main camera is a Nikon D60. I purchased this slim Nikon Coolpix because of its size for times that I don't want to carry around a SLR.
This camera is very easy to use and the perfect size to keep with you at all times to capture those unexpected moments. The start up time for this camera is amazingly fast and short lag time.
I love the fact that it can charge while downloading pictures to your PC or Laptop.
The only short fall for this camera that I have found so far is the short life of the battery. My SLR can take around 600 pictures when fully charged, this Coolpix took around 300. So if you are looking to take a lot of pictures I highly recommend an extra battery!
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Memory Cards
Required item: Sufficient memory is not included so be sure to have enough storage capacity.
- Price: $6.20
- GBP 3.96
Batteries & Power
Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.
- Price: $19.95
- GBP 12.74
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- Original: $16.95
- Save: $1.69
- Price: $15.26
- GBP 9.74
Bags & Straps
Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a strap.
- Price: $13.95
- GBP 8.91
- Price: $7.99
- GBP 5.10
Screen Protectors
Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.
- Price: $6.95
- GBP 4.44
Card Readers
Download your pictures faster and save battery life.
- Price: $9.95
- GBP 6.35
What's in the Box
- Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10
- Charging AC Adapter EH-68P
- USB Cable UC-E6
- Audio Video Cable EG-CP14
- Strap AN-CP19
- Software Suite CD-ROM
- 1-Year Warranty
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