Nikon Coolpix S50 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Vibration Reduction Zoom (Black) by Nikon
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Digital camera reviews of Nikon Coolpix S50 7.2MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Vibration Reduction Zoom (Black)
Digital camera Review: Not friendly for lightweight travelers
Summary: 3 Stars
For those of you looking to travel light, either for business or pleasure, there are a number of factors you should be aware of with the S50 that make it not nearly as travel friendly as other makers.
1)Battery charger comes with long proprietary power cord that must be taken along for it to work. Not only is this cord bulky (think laptop powercord without the brick), it adds lots of weight. The battery charger and cord together weigh 5.7oz (compared to 2.0 oz for the Canon charger that plugs directly into the wall).
2)Proprietary cable connection to camera. Unlike most compact digitals that use the standard mini-USB connector to allow you to connect the camera to computers or printers, the S50 uses a proprietary connector, that requires you to carry the proprietary Nikon cable along with you. Most folks these days have multiple electronic devices that use USB as the standard connection (e.g. iPod, blackberry, etc.), allowing you to carry just one cable to connect these devices to your computer. The S50 will thus require you to carry its unique cable with you all the time.
3)Combined computer/video cable. Adding insult to #2 above, the actual cable (with the proprietary connector) is actually two sets of cables attached together ... the USB cable to connect to the computer ... and another set of video cables to connect to the tv. This combined cable weighs 4.2oz (compared to 1.1oz for a normal standalone USB cable). Unlike most other manufacturers that allow you to only carry the cable that you need (potentially no camera-specific cables at all, if you have other mini-USB devices), the Nikon forces you to carry this double cable all the time.
Digital camera Review: Not so good design
Summary: 3 Stars
I purchased this camera a few days ago and returned it because I wasn't satisfied with picture quality and my fingers would end up in a few of the pictures. I think that camera should have been designed a little better because it is a very stylish camera. I ended up buying the Canon SD750 which works well even without the image stabilization feature. The Canon picture quality is superb on the SD750.Digital camera Review: Poor
Summary: 2 Stars
Had camera for just over a year just stopped working ( out of warranty ) by 1 month wanted more to fix than i could get a newer Model No more Nikon Point N Shoots Checked on line Not the only this has happen toDigital camera Review: Potential King of the Compacts
Summary: 5 Stars
Nikon's two newest 3" LCD entries have a tough act to follow, the very popular S7c. The first of these two is the S50. Nice sized camera that easily fits a pocket or purse. But here's what really makes it stand out:
1) Good quality 3x optical periscoping lens with true VR. The periscoping feature means the lens zooms inside the camera body, not outside. This protects the lens from damage if dropped or accidently turned on while in a case (or restricted area like a purse or pocket). The VR is of the optical shift variety, which is far superior to the "anti-blur" modes that simply boost the ISO. But this camera can also go to ISO 1600, getting the best of both worlds;
2) Large 3 inch screen you can see reasonably well at poor angels (such as when holding the camera at low angles or above your head), and better than average outside (at least well enough to take your photographs);
3) Reasonably prices accessories. Nikon reasonable? Yes. Nikon is very reasonable on additional batteries and replacement items. Additionally, they use the SD memory cards, the easiest to find and the most price competitive out there;
4) Great in camera editing. No, it's not a PC-in-a-camera, but it does allow the best in camera editing of any point-and-shoot digital. The D-Lighting is particularly good as saving photos where the important areas are too dark without washing out the light areas.
I also prefer the black finish of the S50 to the silver finish of the S50c. The latter camera features a wireless capability that will not be useful to most, for about $50 more.
Digital camera Review: Returned due to low picture quality
Summary: 3 Stars
The functionality on this camera is phenomenal, but I was disappointed in the quality of the images. They all seemed to be grainy to me.
I used the camera for 1 - 2 weeks, then returned it and purchased a Canon SD800IS, which I'm very happy with.