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Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black)

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  • B&H # NICPS8100B
  • Mfr# 26219

Product Highlights

  • 12.1MP High Resolution Sensor
  • 3" Ultra High Resolution Display
  • 10x 30-300mm Zoom Lens (35mm Equivalent)
  • Full HD Video at 1080p Resolution
  • High-Speed Shooting at Up to 5 FPS
  • Subject Tracking Auto Focus
  • Greatly Enhanced Low-Light Photography
  • 17 Scene Modes
  • Simplified Adjustments W/Creative Slider
  • Smart Portrait for Better People Pix

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The Nikon CoolPix S8100 (Black) isn't loaded with frivolous bells and whistles--it's got seriously awesome bells and whistles like a 12.1MP CMOS sensor, a sharp, wide-angle to telephoto 10x optical zoom lens (30-300mm 35mm equivalent) made with Nikon ED glass, 1080p HD video, 5 frames per second shooting, 4-way image stabilization for sharp photos even in low light, and a beautiful 921,000-dot high resolution 3" LCD display.

But there's a lot more. Like Subject Tracking to automatically track and auto focus on a moving subject; one-touch video recording with optical zoom, stereo sound and an in-camera editing function; HDR (high dynamic range) function that automatically merges several images of the same scene to achieve a single image with a broad, beautiful range of tonal detail not otherwise possible; and 17 scene modes including the Scene Auto Selector, which automatically recognizes any shooting situation and optimizes all the settings for that scene.

Night Portrait combines consecutive shots of the background while the subject in the foreground is taken using the flash, allowing challenging night scenes to be easily captured during handheld shooting and eliminating any subject movement.  Night Landscape combines a series of five consecutive shots taken at a fast shutter speed into a single image with reduced noise for taking handheld shots in low light.

There's also the Smart Portrait System, with In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, improved Face-Priority AF, Blink Warning, Smile Timer, and Skin Softening to make your friends and family actually happy to see themselves in your pictures.

12.1MP high resolution sensor
3" ultra high resolution (921,000 dots) Clear Color Display with a wide viewing angle and anti-glare coating
10x 30-300mm Nikon ED glass zoom lens (35mm equivalent)
Full HD video at 1080p resolution with one-touch recording, optical zoom, stereo sound recording while filming, in-camera editing functions, and shooting still photos while recording video
High-speed shooting full resolution frames at up to 5 frames/second (fps)--for extremely fast action shots
With Subject Tracking, the S8100 automatically tracks a designated subject by activating autofocus (AF), enabling the user to capture the best moment confidently
The S8100 incorporates Nikon's exclusive EXPEED C2 image processing engine, which is customized to each CoolPix model to further drive enhanced performance, outstanding image quality and HD video
Greatly enhanced low-light photographs: the 12.1MP backside illumination CMOS sensor enables exceptional image quality even when shooting in low-light settings, including the advanced Night Portrait mode, which reproduces night scenes and indoor portraits as the user sees them while reducing image blur.
To further help deliver crisp, sharp photos, the S8100 features a 4-Way vibration reduction (VR) Image Stabilization System with ISO settings up to 3200.
The Night Portrait mode combines consecutive shots of the background while the subject is taken by using the flash, allowing challenging night scenes to be easily captured during handheld shooting and eliminating any subject movement.
The advanced Night Landscape mode combines a series of five consecutive shots taken at a fast shutter speed into a single image with reduced noise for when taking handheld shots.
Enhanced shooting and editing functions include a new Mode Dial conveniently placed next to the shutter-release button for quick and easy access to shooting modes, the Creative Slider (which simplifies adjusting brightness), saturation and color tone in-camera, Quick Retouch, and D-Lighting, giving users the ability to adjust their images during playback.
There are 17 Scene modes, including the Scene Auto Selector, which automatically recognizes the shooting situation and adjusts camera settings accordingly for great photos in any environment. For outstanding portraits, Nikon's Smart Portrait System incorporates a series of automatic functions including In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, improved Face-Priority AF, Blink Warning, Smile Timer and Skin Softening to flatter even the most camera-shy subject.
Imaging
Resolution 12.1 Megapixel
Sensor 1/2.3" CMOS
Bit Depth Not Specified By Manufacturer
File Formats Still Images: JPEG
Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV
Audio: AAC
Max Resolution 12MP: 4000 x 3000 @ 4:3
Other Resolutions 3968 x 2232 @ 16:9
Aspect Ratio 4:3, 16:9
Image Stabilization Optical, 3-Way
Color Spaces Not Specified By Manufacturer
Optics
Lens 10 elements in 8 groups
(35mm equivalent: 30-300 mm)
Aperture: f/3.5 (W) - 5.6 (T)
Zoom Optical: 10x
Focus Range Auto: 1.66' (0.51 m) - Infinity
Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity Auto, 160-800 (Extended Mode: 160-3200)
Shutter 2 - 1/2000 sec
4 - 1 seconds in Fireworks Mode
Exposure Metering Center-weighted, Matrix, Spot
Exposure Modes Modes: Program
Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 0.33 EV steps)
Burst Rate Up to 5 fps at 12.1 MP for up to 5 frames
Self Timer 2 Sec, 10 Sec
Interval Recording Not Specified By Manufacturer
Remote Control Not Specified By Manufacturer
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes: Auto
Effective Flash Range Wide: 1.66 - 13' (0.51 - 3.96 m)
Telephoto: 1.66 - 8.16' (0.51 - 2.49 m)
Memory
Built-in Memory 102MB
Memory Card Type SD
SDHC
SDXC
Still Images per GB Not Specified By Manufacturer
Recording
Video Recording Yes, NTSC/PAL
Video
Video Clip Length Not Specified By Manufacturer
Audio Recording Not Specified By Manufacturer
Viewfinder/Display
Screen 3" LCD (921000 pixels)
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity USB 2.0
AV Output
HDMI C (Mini)
Environmental
Operating/Storage Temperature Operating
32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C)
Humidity: 0 - 85%
Power
Battery EN-EL12 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
AC Power Adapter EH-62F (Optional)
Physical
Dimensions (WxHxD) 4.1 x 2.4 x 1.2" / 10.41 x 6.10 x 3.05 cm
Weight 7.4 oz / 210 g

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Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black)
 
4.4

(based on 153 reviews)

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    (87)

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    (52)

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    (11)

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95%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (85)
  • Good image quality (79)
  • Zoom range/performance (74)
  • Large clear LCD (71)
  • Compact (63)

Cons

  • No viewfinder (17)
  • Poor flash (14)
  • Short battery life (14)
  • Lag / shutter delay (7)
  • No image stabilization (4)

Best Uses

  • Travel (70)
  • Family photos (63)
  • Landscape/scenery (59)
  • Low light (51)
  • Video (34)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual photographer (42), Photo enthusiast (30), Semi-pro photographer (15), Pro photographer (5)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (84), Yes (4)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Powerful features for an all-in-one

first impression of the S8100 camera is that it is well built and has a great finished quality to it. The camera operating system is fast and loads menus and pictures quickly, I purchased ...Read complete review

first impression of the S8100 camera is that it is well built and has a great finished quality to it. The camera operating system is fast and loads menus and pictures quickly, I purchased it for the high megapixes picture quality and the ability to shoot high definition video with a realtime auto focus and zoom while filming. It performs these functions great! the HDMI connection is a plus.

perhaps the biggest draw back is that the flash pops up right where you tend to hold the camera with your left hand, this will take getting used to.

Have been shopping around for over a month and settled on this camera, for the price and features it seemed to be the best avail, I am very impressed and look forward to a few years of use.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Good low light performance

I bought the S8100 cause i wanted a lightweight travel zoom camera for all my holiday snapshots - a "don't think just shoot" camera who fits in my pocket, and caus...Read complete review

I bought the S8100 cause i wanted a lightweight travel zoom camera for all my holiday snapshots - a "don't think just shoot" camera who fits in my pocket, and cause i do not want to carry my canon SLRs around in my vacation time. So I use the S8100 side by side with my Olympus E-p2. The Nikon is for tourist stuff and the Olympus i use if i find something more interesting when Im traveling which could be worth a reportage or other i can sell.

Nikon S8100 - The good things.
First of all the camera performs well in low light situations (night scene mode).

The camera handles noise in high ISO areas impressive for a small sensor, and the stabilizer works great in low light to - even handheld.

overall the camera is fun to shoot with (specially if you are used to a heavy SLR where you have total control).

There are no geo tagging which I think is a big plus that Nikon do not follow all the other companies (panasonic, Leica, Sony and so on...) who seem more interested in stupid features as the geo tagging than the actual picture and video quality (Well done Nikon!)

The Camera is well build (besides a couple of flip floppy plastic covers).
And the ergonomics is great, so the camera is easy to hold and you do not accidently hit buttons while you are shooting.

Nikon S8100 - The bad things.
No RAW shooting.

The camera has very limited user control and it is a bit frustrating that you do not have the shutter priority or the aperture priority.

The flash - can not be controlled, it is not possible to turn it down or up and that is not good when the flash automatics often is to strong.

The automatic scene mode (who decides what kind of scene you are shooting) is not very intelligent and 8 out of 10 times it doesn't get the scene right.

in low light with or without flash, the camera has a very hard time photographing moving objects - even if they are moving slow.

Overall the camera is a fine point and shoot camera it does the job snapshooting family, parties, vacations. The 10X zoom is a bit slow compared to sony or canon point and shoot cams and that can be a bit irritating.
I have not noticed any distortion when zooming or shooting at the widest (30 mm).
I probably wont look for nikons small cameras next time Im buying a point and shoot, because it is offering that much value for money. It seems that Sony or Canon cameras is slightly better in build quality has a faster zoom, offers more manual like controls, shoots and focuses faster (specially the Sony hx5v which is a lot faster).
The Nikon S8100 photo quality looks fine but its not a revolution, and I really miss the RAW files when i edit.

My girlfriend now use the camera, she is new to photography so i thought the camera would be perfect for her, but it seems that it is not, because of the cameras complete auto modes which often makes the wrong decisions.
In short terms - you have to know to much about what the different auto modes does to avoid getting to many ruined photos.
So if the camera (as i think it is) is made for people who just wanna shoot and not think then it is in my opinion a failure.

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4.0

Fit in your pocket

By sktncat

from saskatoon

About Me Semi-pro 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
  • Short Lag Time
  • Small / Compact

Cons

  • Video button location

Best Uses

  • Casual walking around
  • Family Photos
  • Travel
  • Weddings/Events

Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

The only thing I am uncomfortable with is the location of the video button. It is located where you normaly put your thumb and I am constantly turning on the video mode.

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

Comment on this review

 
4.0

Great product

By Eyal

from Israel

About Me Casual Photographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Fast/accurate auto-focus
  • Good Image Quality
  • Great Zoom

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Family Photos
    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Video

    Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

    Great product

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

    Comment on this review

     
    5.0

    Solid Shooter with some fun options

    By Adie

    from Springfield, MO

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    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
    • Short Lag Time

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Family Photos
      • Indoors/Low Light
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Macro
      • Sports/Action
      • Travel

      Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

      I wanted this camera to be our all-purpose go-to camera, easy for travel. I also wanted it to take photos of products I make and sell on etsy. It's working out great for both uses. I had to learn a bit how to adjust and get my lighting right for the product photos- but they're turning out great.
      The detail is amazing. The clarity is great. Now that I've figured out how to adjust white balance (called hue on this camera) It's really going well. Oh- and it's so fast! I compared and researched until my head was spinning- and my general love of Nikons plus the fast speed of this camera (I checked it out in a local store) won me over. It doesn't feel flimsy either.
      I love the night portrait feature. I've taken pics at night on a camping trip (the day after we got the camera!) and they turned out great. Compared the night portrait with just regular flash- no contest. The night features flash but don't wash out the subject. And, you can tell it's night still.
      Used the macro function on the trip as well to snap pics of some flora- got great results. Was easily able to focus in on a flower and blur the background- with the camera just an inch in front of the flower- it's clear and crisp and the color is outstanding.

      The screen on the camera is so clear- it's easy to see what you're getting and to view/review shots.

      I love the smile feature as well- that's a lot of fun.
      I thought the pop up flash would be hard to get used to, but so far it's not. Although I haven't had need of the flash too much. Once the flash is up it's not a big deal. It's just remembering on that first flash pic that it will pop up. There is a tiny bit of space to the left of it so that I can have my finger on the corner (I notice in the newer model that the flash is almost flush with the outside edge- I like this design better)

      It's small but feels sturdy in your hands. Great big lens-

      all in all I love it.

      negatives- I knew this purchasing, but no there aren't that many manual controls here. But the ones I really need to have are there (exposure, white balance, etc) I wouldn't say that's a negative, just wouldnt be for everyone. I wanted a point and shoot- this is a great one.

      pop up flash- I worried about it and still hope that I don't do something to break it (forget it's up and put it in the case, for example) but I don't foresee this to really be an issue. I think that I've gotten used to it enough to be mindful.

      Last potential negative: I went ahead and purchased an external battery charger- I just don't want to have to have the camera plugged in. I think an external battery charger is pretty essential- especially as I purchased an extra battery and plan to always have a charged one ready to go.

      I haven't noticed extremely short battery life- I suppose it depends on shooting conditions, flash, video usage, etc. But I played around with the camera for a full day, then used it a lot on a camping trip, and when I got back just a bit. Only then did battery say low. I wasn't using video much/at all during this time. I was pleased. I took around 200+ pics (minimum) during this time playing around with all the settings and such, reviewing lots as well.

      I'm happy. I love it. I'd recommend it. I think it's a solid little camera with just enough bells and whistles.

      • Ease of Operation:
      • 7

      Comment on this review

       
      4.0

      Very good product

      By Patty Correa

      from São Paulo, Brazil

      About Me Photo Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Good Image Quality
      • Great Zoom
      • Nice Body Color

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Family Photos
        • Travel

        Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

        I use to travel and family pictures.

        • Ease of Operation:
        • 7
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

         
        5.0

        Cool Cam

        By Kel

        from Mobile, AL

        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
          • Video
          • Weddings/Events
          • Wildlife photos

          Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

          Enjoy the easy use of this very portable camera. It has all the features one would want for everyday photography and/or video. Pictures are clear and shake does not seem to be an issue. This camera was recommended to me by a family member and I am very happy with my purchase so far. Looking forward to many years of good use.

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

          Comment on this review

           
          5.0

          Excellent!!!

          By FG

          from Argentina

          About Me Photo Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Fast/accurate auto-focus
          • Good Image Quality
          • Good Image Stabilization
          • Good in Low Light
          • Great Zoom
          • Small / Compact

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Family Photos
            • Indoors/Low Light
            • Sports/Action
            • Travel
            • Video
            • Wildlife photos

            Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

            The best relation product-price in photo entusiast use with semi-professional specifications.

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

            Comment on this review

             
            5.0

            "I would buy this product again and agai

            By gorfor

            from Zagreb ,Croatia

            About Me Casual Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

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

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Family Photos
              • Landscape/Scenery
              • Travel

              Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

              I am using it very often, and try camera to be with me especialy when I am traveling

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

              Comment on this review

               
              4.0

              A better quality point and shoot camera

              By scrowe

              from Detroit, MI

              About Me Casual Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

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

              Cons

              • No Viewfinder
              • Short Battery Life

              Best Uses

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

              Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

              I use the camera for general use. The zoom is good and picture quality is good. I just wished it had a viewfinder.

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

              Comment on this review

               
              5.0

              It´s an excelent camera with an excelent

              By Doc

              from Mexico

              About Me Casual Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

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

              Cons

                Best Uses

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

                Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

                Easy to use, with a good quality of images.

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

                Comment on this review

                 
                4.0

                nice point and shoot

                By bob the jock

                from new york city

                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

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

                Cons

                • Lag / Shutter Delay
                • Short Battery Life

                Best Uses

                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Travel

                Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

                This little camera produces files that are quite large-12MB. The images it produces are quite colorful presumably by the presets in the camera itself, but I found them quite saturated but pleasing for most images. The presets for taking the picture make using this camera relatively simple. The camera does take longer in transcribing the images than similar point and shoot but this is generally a problem.

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                • No

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                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Can't go wrong for the $

                By arri_eyed

                from Chicago

                About Me Pro Photographer

                Pros

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

                Cons

                  Best Uses

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

                  Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

                  I shoot professionally with canon & panasonic and sometimes Red, so I have better quality cameras to compare this to whether fair/unfair. For the money this little camera is great to have on hand because it takes really nice pics. The strength of this camera is shots taken with natural light (outdoors). I personally prefer the look of Nikon over Canon, but Nikon still lags behind in the features dept (as of this writing). I think the stereo mic was overkill, it's not like you're shooting a movie with this thing, but the video is adequate. If you want a true little work horse, thats blazingly fast when autofocussing, and don't want to break the bank, buy this camera. My last pocket camera was Sony and i'm soooooo glad I upgraded. I keep it in my pocket or camera bag all the time.

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

                  Comment on this review

                   
                  4.0

                  I also have a D90, but love this one too

                  By Big Al

                  from staten island ny

                  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
                  • It's great
                  • Large Clear LCD
                  • Nice Body Color
                  • Short Lag Time
                  • Small / Compact

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                      Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

                      Like the man, said it I has all the bells whistles. I love this camera just love the slow mo.

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

                      Comment on this review

                       
                      5.0

                      Great camera for Price!

                      By Pete

                      from Chicago, 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

                      Cons

                      • Poor Flash

                      Best Uses

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

                      Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

                      Great camera for what you pay. Quality is phenomenal and just what to expect from a Nikon.

                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

                      Comment on this review

                       
                      3.0

                      Not What I Expected

                      By Winestar

                      from Delray Beach, FL

                      About Me Casual Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Good price value
                      • Great Zoom

                      Cons

                      • Lag / Shutter Delay
                      • Poor Flash

                      Best Uses

                      • Family Photos
                      • Landscape/Scenery
                      • Travel

                      Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

                      The flash opens up right at your finger when holding the camera to shoot. The batery is charged inside de camera and not with a charger.

                      • Ease of Operation:
                      • 7
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

                      Comment on this review

                       
                      5.0

                      Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera

                      By Loving Grandmother

                      from Madison, Tn.

                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                      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
                      • Short Lag Time
                      • Small / Compact

                      Cons

                      • No booklet User Manual
                      • No Viewfinder

                      Best Uses

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

                      Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

                      I use my camera for personal use of family and friends. I'm not an advanced camera user and mostly use the Auto function. So far, every picture and movies has been perfect!!! I'm not crazy about the user manual being on disk rather than hard copy. I also prefer a lens view for some pictures - which this camera does not have. Other than that, I love the camera!

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

                      Comment on this review

                       
                      4.0

                      Great Camera

                      By ohiocamera

                      from NE Ohio

                      About Me Casual Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

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

                      Cons

                      • Poor Image Stabilization

                      Best Uses

                      • Family Photos
                      • Indoors/Low Light
                      • Travel
                      • Video
                      • Wildlife photos

                      Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

                      Every aspect of this camera is great!

                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • Yes

                      Comment on this review

                       
                      5.0

                      Great camera

                      By Tom

                      from Amelia Island, FL

                      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
                        • Travel
                        • Wildlife photos

                        Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

                        All components are great

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

                        Comment on this review

                         
                        5.0

                        I would buy this product again and again

                        By Manuela Duarte

                        from BH, Brasil

                        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
                        • Small / Compact

                        Cons

                        • None

                        Best Uses

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

                        Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

                        Nikon cameras are always the best ones!

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

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                        4.0

                        Great value found in refurbished Nikons

                        By george_o25

                        from Concord, Ontario, Canada

                        About Me Pro 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

                        Cons

                        • Not much to see here

                        Best Uses

                        • All around good
                        • Family Photos
                        • Landscape/Scenery
                        • Sports/Action
                        • Travel
                        • Video
                        • Wildlife photos

                        Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

                        Full of advanced features in a P & S digital camera.

                        • Ease of Operation:
                        • 8
                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • No
                        • Similar:
                        • Nikon D70, Nikon P7000

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                        4.0

                        Great photos and videos!

                        By Jerry

                        from Stuttgart AR

                        About Me Photo Enthusiast

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

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

                        Cons

                        • No Viewfinder

                        Best Uses

                        • Sports/Action
                        • Travel
                        • Wildlife photos

                        Comments about Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black):

                        I use this whenever I don't want to lug my larger cameras along. It takes excellent, fine grained photos and videos and is easy to use. I also use it in a housing for underwater stills and videos and have been very pleased with the results. Flash position makes holding it awkward.[...] Then flooded housing, ruined camera. Liked it enough that I bought another.

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

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                        Memory Cards

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

                        SanDisk -  4GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4
                        • Price: $7.95
                         

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

                        Bags & Straps

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

                        Pearstone -  Onyx 230 Camera Pouch (3.4 x 2.4 x 5.1", Black)
                          • Original: $10.49
                          • Save: $1.05
                        • Price: $9.44
                         

                        Screen Protectors

                        Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.

                        GGI -  Digital Screen Care Kit
                        • Price: $7.49
                         

                        Card Readers

                        Download your pictures faster and save battery life.

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

                        Nikon CoolPix S8100 Digital Camera (Black)
                        • EN-EL12 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
                        • UC-E6 USB Cable
                        • EG-CP16 Audio/Video Cable
                        • AN-CP19 Strap
                        • EH-68P Charging AC Adapter
                        • Software Suite for COOLPIX CD-ROM
                        • 1-Year Manufacturers Limited Warranty
                         
                         
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