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Nikon Coolpix S3100

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4 stars
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3 stars
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Consumer ratings:
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Editorial reviews:
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3.2 out of 5
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Pros

  • this is a good performance
  • Its metal shell
  • respectable zoom range and quick response

Cons

  • no sensor shift nor optical stabilisation mechanism
  • image noise creeping into shadow areas either
  • The orientation sensor was woefully unreliable

Key specs

  • CMOS
  • 6.17x4.55 mm
  • 14 Mpx
  • 4320, 3240 px
  • Nikon F
  • 3.2
  • Single Auto Focus
  • 3.0 in
  • no

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Nikon Coolpix S3100 - Pros & Cons

Nikon Coolpix S3100

Pros

  • this is a good performance
  • Its metal shell
  • respectable zoom range and quick response
  • The camera is easy to grip and the menu system is simple to navigate
  • at identifying areas to latch onto and Face Detection is swift and accurate
  • sharp
  • detailed and clean images
  • great dynamic range and noise control
  • vibrant but realistic colors and a good level of overall detail
  • excellent dynamic range and brilliant noise control
  • fantastic handling

Cons

  • no sensor shift nor optical stabilisation mechanism
  • image noise creeping into shadow areas either
  • The orientation sensor was woefully unreliable
  • noisy and blurred
  • menu navigation was sluggish
  • inflated megapixel ratings
  • images are slightly soft at the default sharpening setting
  • shiny curves and impressive-sounding specs
  • image noise creeping into shadow areas
  • no post processing will be required
  • no HDMI output here

Nikon Coolpix S3100 - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
3 in
Best:
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Screen size: 6.7 in
IconISO maximum
12800
Best:
Pentax KP
ISO maximum: 819200
IconEffective pixels
14 Mpx
Best:
Hasselblad H6D-100c
Effective pixels: 100 Mpx
IconMax resolution
4320 x 3240 px
Best:
Leica M11
Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px

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Nikon Coolpix S3100 - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Sensor typeCMOS
Sensor size0.24 in
Sensor photo detectors14.0 Mpx
Effective pixels14.0 Mpx
Max resolution4320 x 3240 px
Other resolutions
  • 4224x2376
  • 3264x2448
  • 2592x1944
  • 2048x1536
  • 1024x768
  • 640x480
ProcessorExpeed C2
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Optics and focus
Lens mountNikon F
Optical zoom3.6 x
Digital zoom4.0 x
Minimum aperture3.2
Maximum aperture3.2
Focal length equiv26 - 130
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
AutofocusSingle Auto Focus
Auto Focus (AF) lockyes
Manual focusNo
Normal focus range19.69 in
Auto Focus (AF) points selection
  • Auto
  • Manual
Macro focus range3.94 in
Number of focus points11
Image stabiliserElectronic
Filter threadno
Folded opticsno
Filter diameter2.05 in
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Photography features
Shooting modesAuto
Camera shutter typeMechanical
Minimum shutter speed4.0 s
Maximum shutter speed1.0 s
Shutter priorityno
Aperture priorityno
Manual exposure modeno
Exposure compensation plus2
Exposure compensation minus-2
Expousure compensation steps
  • 1/2
  • 1/3
Auto exposure lockyes
Self-timer delay
  • 2
  • 10
Histogramyes
WB BracketingNo
Subject / scene modesyes
Built-in flashyes
Flash range4.5
Flash modes
  • Auto
  • Flash OFF
  • Flash ON
External flash connectionHot shoe
External flashno
Continuous drive0.7 fps
Scene modes
  • Portrait
  • Self-portrait
Self-timeryes
Metering modes
  • Multi
  • Center-weighted
3D supportno
Manual settingsno
Self-timer options
  • 10
  • 2
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Audio features
Built-in microphoneyes
Microphone typeMono
Voice recordingyes
Audio systemMono
Supported audio file formatsLPCM
Noise reductionyes
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Dimensions
Weight17.81 oz
Width4.88 in
Height2.22 in
Depth3.78 in
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Power
Power source typeBattery
Battery life (CIPA)550
Battery life (max)2.0 h
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
Battery capacity700.0 mAh
Rechargeable batteryyes
Number of batteries supported1
AC adapter includedyes
On/off switchyes
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Other features
Timelapse recordingno
GPSno
Calendaryes
Energy Star certifiedno
Languages support
  • CHI
  • CHI
  • CZE
  • DEU
  • DUT
  • ENG
  • ESP
  • FIN
  • FRE
  • ITA
  • JPN
  • KOR
  • NOR
  • POL
  • POR
  • RUS
  • SWE
  • TUR
Tripod mounting supportedyes
On Screen Display (OSD) languages
  • ARA
  • CZE
  • ENG
  • ESP
  • FIN
  • FRE
  • ITA
  • JPN
  • KOR
  • RUS
  • SWE
Image editing modesCrop
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Image
ISO
  • 80
  • 100
  • 200
  • 400
  • 800
  • 1600
  • 3200
  • Auto
ISO Autoyes
ISO minimum100
ISO maximum12800
Maximum image resolution4608 x 3072 px
White balance presets5
White balance modes
  • Auto
  • Cloudy
  • Daylight
  • Flash
  • Incandescent
  • Manual
  • Sunny
Custom white balanceyes
Supported image file formats
  • JPEG XR
  • RAW
Photo effects
  • Black&White
  • Sepia
Image stabilizeryes
Image stabilization typeNo
Supported aspect ratios16:9
Uncompressed formatNo
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Screen and viewfinder
Screen size3.0 in
Articulated LCDno
Screen technologyLCD TFT
Screen dots230000
Touch screenno
Field of view100.0 %
Live viewyes
ViewfinderOptical
Viewfinder magnification0.8 x
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Videography features
Maximum resolution1920 x 1080 px
Video recordingyes
Recording resolutions
  • 640 x 480
  • 1280 x 720
HD typeFull HD
Supported video file formats
  • AVI
  • M-JPEG
Analog signal format system
  • NTSC
  • PAL
Camera playback
  • Movie
  • Single image
  • Thumbnails
Max frame rate (highest resolution)30.0 fps
Motion JPEG frame rate30.0 fps
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Design
Body typeSLR
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Pink
  • Purple
  • Red
  • Silver
  • Violet
  • Yellow
Anti-dust systemyes
Environmentally sealedno
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Storage
Internal storage45.0 mB
Compatible memory cards
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Maximum memory card size8.0 GB
Memory slots1
Storage types
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Camera file system
  • DCF 2.0
  • DPOF 1.1
  • Exif 2.3
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Connectivity
HDMIyes
HDMI ports quantity1
HDMI connector typeMini
USB version2.0
DC-in jackyes
Remote controlNo
PictBridgeyes
NFCno
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
Bluetoothno
AV outputyes

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Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon - Editorial Reviews (16)

3.2
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  • 1
Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon Coolpix S3100
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Published: 05.04.2011
Nikon Coolpix S3100
3.5

If you want a slender, good-looking compact to slip into your bag or pocket then the Nikon Coolpix S3100 makes perfect sense. However, the image

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon Coolpix S3100 Review | Photography Blog
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photographyblog.com
Published: 21.03.2011
Nikon Coolpix S3100 Review | Photography Blog
4.0

The Nikon Coolpix S3100 is a budget digicam with a sense of style thanks to its all-metal body and wide variety of colours. Costing just £130 / $140, the S3100 ticks all the right boxes - 14 megapixels, 5x wide-angle lens, 2.7 inch screen, range of do-it-all auto modes - at a price that won't break the bank. Read our in-depth Nikon Coolpix S3100 review complete with sample images, video and more to find out if this is the right point-and-shoot camera for you.

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon CoolPix S3100 Digital Camera
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Good Housekeeping
Published: 16.03.2012
Nikon CoolPix S3100 Digital Camera

The compact Nikon CoolPix S3100 boasts an easy-to-use menu layout and well-designed controls

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Digital Cameras - Nikon Coolpix 3100 Digital Camera Review, Information, Specifications
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Digital Cameras - Nikon Coolpix 3100 Digital Camera Review, Information, Specifications

IN-DEPTH review of the Nikon Coolpix 3100 digital camera, with actual sample images, and a detailed data sheet.

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon Coolpix 3100 Review
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DPReview
Published: 13.08.2003
Nikon Coolpix 3100 Review

Nikon introduced the Coolpix 3100 (three megapixel) and Coolpix 2100 (two megapixel) digital cameras. Although both models are based around the same body, operation and control setup there are some subtle differences. They have different lenses, different LCD displays and different movie clip maximum lengths. These cameras are Nikon's newest entry level offerings and compete directly with cameras such as Canon's PowerShot A60 and A70 (also two and three megapixel). The design of the Coolpix 3100 is compact, lightweight and easy to use. All controls are easy to understand with simple labelling and large buttons. Storage is via a Compact Flash Type I slot and the camera is powered by two AA batteries.

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon S3100 Review
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Imaging Resource
Published: 08.02.2011
Nikon S3100 Review

Nikon S3100 review, find out how the S3100 stacks up against the competition in our real-world review with in-depth image quality comparisons.

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon Coolpix 3100
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CNET
Published: 25.06.2003
Nikon Coolpix 3100

Nikon Coolpix 3100

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon Coolpix S3100 review
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Expert Reviews
Published: 11.03.2011
Nikon Coolpix S3100 review
1.0

A stylish ultra-slim camera at an attractive price, but image quality is simply appalling.

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon Coolpix S3100 Review
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Trusted Reviews
Published: 24.03.2011
Nikon Coolpix S3100 Review
4.2

The Nikon Coolpix S3100 is certainly pleasing to the eye, but can it take the images to match? Our Nikon Coolix S3100 review finds out...

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon Coolpix S3100
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CNET
Published: 02.08.2011
Nikon Coolpix S3100

The Nikon Coolpix S3100 is easy to carry, use and look at. But its image quality is pretty average, and you don't have to look hard to find other cameras that offer more features for less money.

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon S3100 Review | Camera Decision
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Camera Decision
Published: 09.02.2011
Nikon S3100 Review | Camera Decision
1.5

Nikon S3100 is a 14.0MP Ultracompact camera with a 1/2.3-inch sized CCD sensor and 26-130 mm F3.2-6.5 lens. Read our S3100 review to find its pros and cons.

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon S3100 Review @techradar
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Photoxels
Published: 06.04.2011
Nikon S3100 Review @techradar

“A slim compact camera with 5x zoom and HD video Score: 4/5” We’ve added a new Nikon COOLPIX S3100 [QuickPrice Check] Review to our Reviews Matrix. TechRadar has posted their revi…

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon Coolpix S3000 review
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TechRadar
Published: 22.07.2010
Nikon Coolpix S3000 review
3.0

This budget snapper looks great, but could be easier to use

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon Coolpix 3100
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Pocket-lint
Published: 16.12.2003
Nikon Coolpix 3100
4.0

Check out this model’s price again as it will have inevitably dropped, making it competitive against the usual suspects from Sony Kodak et al.

Nikon Coolpix S3100 Nikon S3100 review
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TechRadar
Published: 23.11.2011
Nikon S3100 review
4.0

A great little compact camera with 5x zoom and HD video