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Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green)

  • Sugg Retail Price: $149.95
  • GBP 95.74
  • No Longer Available
  • B&H # NICPS3000G
  • Mfr# 26208

Product Highlights

  • 12.0 Megapixel CCD
  • 4x, 27-108mm Equivalent Zoom
  • 2.7" LCD
  • Video with Sound (640 x 480 @ 30 fps)
  • Slim, Narrow-profile Design
  • 4-Way VR Image Stabilization System
  • Smart Portrait System
  • In-Camera Retouching
  • 16 Easy-to-Use Scene Modes
  • Up to ISO 3200

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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
  • 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:
  • 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
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®

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Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green)
 
4.5

(based on 11 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Nice body color (10)
  • Image stabilization (7)
  • Good in low light (6)
  • Compact (5)
  • Easy to use (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Family photos (7)
    • Travel (5)
    • Low light (4)
    • Wildlife (4)
    • Landscape/scenery (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual photographer (7), Photo enthusiast (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (4)

    Reviewed by 11 customers

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    4.0

    Good compact point and shoot

    By old building guy

    from Washington

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Good Image Quality
    • Good in Low Light
    • Small / Compact

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Family Photos
      • Travel

      Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green):

      Good for family snapshots, or as a small traveling camera. Definitely a step up from our previous point and shoot (Nikon Coolpix L20). The smile finder feature works well, and the flash is good at not washing out everything.

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

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      5.0

      Great Camera

      By Marketing_Gal

      from Minnesota

      About Me Casual Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

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

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green):

          Following the recommendation of a fellow photographer, we bought this camera for our marketing department staff to use at various events to record display set ups and take other misc. photos. We have a professional series Nikon camera also, but we needed something that was small, easy to transport and fast to pull out when needed. The camera takes great pictures, has a great ergonomic design to fit in your hand to snap fast photos, and works great. It's also easy to use. It was an added bonus that there were so many color options. By choosing the green option, everyone in our organization knows the camera belongs to the marketing office, as it's very distinct looking and works with our corporate logo colors. After using the camera for business needs, I would consider purchasing it for personal use, as it's a great little camera, especially for the price. It's also great that it comes with a rechargable battery!

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

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          5.0

          It´s great

          By Flávio Stocco

          from São Paulo Brazil

          About Me Casual Photographer

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Fast/accurate auto-focus
          • Friendly 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
            • Weddings/Events

            Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green):

            It was a great purshasing and a big surprize,I`m very satisfied.

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

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            5.0

            Great point and shoot camera

            By Chasman

            from NE Ohio

            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
              • Weddings/Events
              • Wildlife photos

              Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green):

              Excellent photo quality from a pocket size camera

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

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              5.0

              Excellent Camera!

              By photo mom

              from New Jersey

              About Me Casual 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
              • Small / Compact

              Cons

              • Lag / Shutter Delay

              Best Uses

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

              Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green):

              Easy to use, even for a first time user! I bought this as a replacement for my canon powershot which died after only 2 years. The Nikon has terrific picture quality, a ton of options, and long battery life! I use it everywhere to take pictures of my son! This Camera is small and easy to carry around. I love it!

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              4.0

              Great Value

              By chunpunzee

              from New York, NY

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Good Image Stabilization
              • Nice Body Color

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green):

                  Crisp pictures, nice feature set and very easy to use.

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                  4.0

                  Great green little camera!

                  By Bekksy

                  from Boonsboro, MD

                  About Me Casual Photographer

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Good in Low Light
                  • Great Zoom
                  • Nice Body Color
                  • Short Lag Time

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

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

                    Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green):

                    I use this camera mainly to document my life, and it's perfect! It's small enough that I can put it in my pocket and take it anywhere. It's especially great for taking photos outside. I would definitely recommend this camera to my friends.

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                    4.0

                    Excellent Value!

                    By teamgreensnow

                    from North Dakota

                    About Me Casual Photographer

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Good Image Stabilization
                    • Good in Low Light
                    • Great Zoom
                    • Nice Body Color
                    • Short Lag Time

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Travel
                      • Young Adults

                      Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green):

                      Simple to Operate!

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                      4.0

                      Gets the job done

                      By Sam in NH

                      from New Hampshire

                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Nice Body Color

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                          Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green):

                          I needed a compact and cheap camera to keep in my bag at all times for fun shots with friends and family. This is a nice thin camera with a pretty good zoom that takes decent pictures. It is light, but not super durable. It is a great camera for what I'm using it for; however, I would not want it as my primary camera.
                          It is a good practical camera for the price if you want something to play around with.

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                          4.0

                          Purchased for my 11 year old daughter

                          By Elliott B

                          from New York, New York

                          About Me Casual Photographer

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Nice Body Color

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Family Photos

                            Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green):

                            It's a good simple camera. Takes a few seconds for the image to pop up on the LCD screen, to allow you to take another shot.
                            I am using a basic SD card. Perhaps it would be better with a faster SD card.

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                            5.0

                            "I love this camera!"

                            By Jenn

                            from Brookyln

                            About Me Photo Enthusiast

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Good Image Stabilization
                            • Nice Body Color

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

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

                              Comments about Nikon CoolPix S3000 Digital Camera (Green):

                              I use this camera AT LEAST every other day. I have it with me all of the time. It is portable, light and photographs well!

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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-EL10 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery
                              • Price: $19.95
                              • GBP 12.74
                               
                              Pearstone -  LI-42B Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (3.7V, 720mAh)
                                • 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.

                              Nikon -  S Series Leather Case
                              • Price: $13.95
                              • GBP 8.91
                               
                              Pearstone -  Onyx 110 Camera Pouch
                              • Price: $7.99
                              • GBP 5.10
                              Used Dept.
                               

                              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 S3000 Digital Camera (Green)
                              • 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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