Nikon Coolpix S3 6MP Slim-Design Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Includes Dock)

Nikon Coolpix S3 6MP Slim-Design Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Includes Dock)
Manufacturer: Nikon
Product Type: Photography

Editorial Review:
Product Description
In the Coolpix S3, Nikon has managed to create a high-performance digital-camera that's thin and compact. It's easy to use yet still retains the professional-grade quality that makes Nikon reknowned and popular all around the world. 6 Megapixel delivers outstanding still image resolution for most photographic needs. The S3 also lets you shoot movies at up to 640x480 VGA resolution. All images are stored on an SD Memory-card that can be transferred to a PC or Macintosh. No computer? It'll print to a PictBridge compatible printer without using a PC. So be cool with the Coolpix S3. It's feature filled, sleek, tiny, and black. Own a Nikon. 17 Scene Modes - Still - Auto, Scene Assist (Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Night portrait), Scene (Party/Indoor, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night landscape, Close up, Museum, Fireworks show, Copy, Back light, Panorama assist, Voice Recording, Underwater), BSS (Best Shot Selector), Color Options, Blur Warning, Date Imprint, Self-timer (10 sec.) / Movie - With sound - TV movie (640) at 15fps, Small size (320) at 15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Without sound - Time-lapse movie at 15fps Adjustable GUI (Graphic User Interface) with Help Button - choose between the traditional menu item view or the all new icon view. Press the Help button and it will instantly display an explanation for all main menu functions on the LCD Unit Dimension (W x H x D) - Approx. 3.5 x 2.3 x 0.8 in. (89.9 x 57.5 x 19.7mm) / Weight - Approx. 4.2 oz. (118g) (without battery and memory card)
Amazon.com Product Description
As one of the smaller digital cameras on the market, the Coolpix S3 combines a high-quality optical zoom lens with a range of automatic and preset shooting modes that will satisfy the most discerning of point-and-shoot photographers. Featuring a 6.0-megapixel CCD, a high quality 3x Optical Zoom-Nikkor 35-105mm ED Glass Lens, plus a 4x digital zoom for a total zoom of 12x, the Coolpix S3 delivers stunning prints up to 16 x 20 inches prints simply and easily.

The included Coolstation MV-11 cradle makes it easy to transfer and manage your photos, while charging the internal battery.

All controls are designed for ease of use, right next to the large, 2.5-inch LCD display. View larger.

Super slim! View larger.

A 3x optical zoom makes it easy to get close to the action. View larger.

Weighing just over six ounces with the battery and memory card loaded, the Coolpix 5600 is truly a "take anywhere" camera. With over 17 Scene Modes, you'll always be sure to get the precise shot you're looking for. An incredibly bright, 2.5-inch color LCD display and user-friendly interface means that you don't have to take the extra effort to get up to speed with the camera's functionality. Just power it up, and you'll be ready to go in no time.

Not to be outdone, the Coolpix S3 can also record high-quality movies at a rate of up to 15 frames per second. Other advanced features include Nikon's In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, which takes "red-eye reduction" a step further by remove red-eye directly in the camera; Face Priority AF, which automatically focus on faces for great portraits; and a D-Lighting feature that offers in-camera repair of dark images. In short, the Coolpix S3 is perfect for novice users or anyone looking for a point-and-shoot camera that produces sharp, colorful photos with great ease of use.

What's in the Box
Nikon Coolpix S3, Coolstation dock MV-11/MV-11B, strap, USB cable UC-E10, audio-video cable EG-E5000, AC adapter EH-63, rechargeable li-ion battery EN-EL8, and PictureProject CD-ROM.

Nikon Coolpix S3 6MP Slim-Design Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Includes Dock)

Average customer rating:

Too Small
These cameras are defective within 1-2 years
Nice
Easy and small
Cool pics

Nikon Coolpix S3 6MP Slim-Design Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Includes Dock)

Manufacturer: Nikon
ProductGroup: Photography
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Product Features:

6-megapixel digital camera captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display
17 programmed mode, 4 with Scene Assist; photograph as close as 1.6 inches in macro mode;
Nikon Exclusive Feature System includes In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, D-Lighting, and more
Stores images on SD memory cards (camera features 12 MB of built-in memory); powered by lithium-ion battery (battery and Coolstation dock/charger included)

ASIN: B000B8Y08E

Product Description

In the Coolpix S3, Nikon has managed to create a high-performance digital-camera that's thin and compact. It's easy to use yet still retains the professional-grade quality that makes Nikon reknowned and popular all around the world. 6 Megapixel delivers outstanding still image resolution for most photographic needs. The S3 also lets you shoot movies at up to 640x480 VGA resolution. All images are stored on an SD Memory-card that can be transferred to a PC or Macintosh. No computer? It'll print to a PictBridge compatible printer without using a PC. So be cool with the Coolpix S3. It's feature filled, sleek, tiny, and black. Own a Nikon. 17 Scene Modes - Still - Auto, Scene Assist (Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Night portrait), Scene (Party/Indoor, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night landscape, Close up, Museum, Fireworks show, Copy, Back light, Panorama assist, Voice Recording, Underwater), BSS (Best Shot Selector), Color Options, Blur Warning, Date Imprint, Self-timer (10 sec.) / Movie - With sound - TV movie (640) at 15fps, Small size (320) at 15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Without sound - Time-lapse movie at 15fps Adjustable GUI (Graphic User Interface) with Help Button - choose between the traditional menu item view or the all new icon view. Press the Help button and it will instantly display an explanation for all main menu functions on the LCD Unit Dimension (W x H x D) - Approx. 3.5 x 2.3 x 0.8 in. (89.9 x 57.5 x 19.7mm) / Weight - Approx. 4.2 oz. (118g) (without battery and memory card)

Amazon.com Product Description

As one of the smaller digital cameras on the market, the Coolpix S3 combines a high-quality optical zoom lens with a range of automatic and preset shooting modes that will satisfy the most discerning of point-and-shoot photographers. Featuring a 6.0-megapixel CCD, a high quality 3x Optical Zoom-Nikkor 35-105mm ED Glass Lens, plus a 4x digital zoom for a total zoom of 12x, the Coolpix S3 delivers stunning prints up to 16 x 20 inches prints simply and easily.

The included Coolstation MV-11 cradle makes it easy to transfer and manage your photos, while charging the internal battery.

All controls are designed for ease of use, right next to the large, 2.5-inch LCD display. View larger.

Super slim! View larger.

A 3x optical zoom makes it easy to get close to the action. View larger.

Customer Reviews:

Too Small.......2007-05-29

Quality and features are fine, but camera is probably too small for you if you have large hands. If I use two hands I am fighting to keep my fingers out of my shots. Because of the shape and weight distrubution I find it difficult to shoot with one hand. I have a much larger camera (Canon S1 IS) that I often use one-handed with no issues.

To be fair, this criticism certainly applies to lots of super small digital cams. The S3 seems even worse than many others to me though. Be sure to at least handle one before you buy.

These cameras are defective within 1-2 years.......2007-05-19

I had the Nikon Coolpix S3 for about 14 months (of course the warranty ended after 12), and the screen went black all of a sudden. You can still view old pictures, but all new pictures come out completely black. This is apparently a VERY common problem with Nikons, particularly this model. They have a service advisory for several other Coolpix models to fix this same problem, but not for the S3-S6 models - and Nikon will charge you a significant amount of money to fix it. DO NOT get suckered into buying this camera, or any Nikon for that matter - I was extrememly disappointed with the camera, but especially with their service.

Nice.......2007-02-07

I love the camera, but you may want to know that Nikon has dicontinued this item. It's been really hard to find replacement parts.

Easy and small.......2006-07-31

This camera really delivers. I appraise real estate and take from 40 - 100 pix a week. I want a SLR for serious work, but this camera is great for appraisal work because it is so handy. I have a clipboard in one hand and a laser measuring device in the other with the camera in my shirt pocket. I can switch LMD and camera as needed.

I was afraid it would be easy to lose but so far so good and I haven't dropped it nearly as often as my Coolpix 4300 which I gave to my assistant.

The one annoying feature is the on/off switch. It is difficult to depress and must be held down momentarily to operate. A far better system is a lens cover which slides back from the lens to turn on and close to turn off. That is the only improvement I would recommend

Cool pics.......2006-05-22

This little thing is perfect for anyone who is looking for a sleek, compact digital camera that will take amazing photos. I took it to Europe and was amazed at the shots it took - portraits, close-ups, landscapes, action, indoor, outdoor. No complaints.

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