Poor | Average | Good | Excellent | |
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Screen size | 3 in Best: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 Screen size: 6.7 in | |||
ISO maximum | 3200 Best: Pentax KP ISO maximum: 819200 | |||
Effective pixels | 12 Mpx Best: Hasselblad H6D-100c Effective pixels: 100 Mpx | |||
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 px Best: Leica M11 Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px |
Sensor type | CMOS |
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Sensor size | 0.24 in |
Sensor photo detectors | 13.0 Mpx |
Effective pixels | 12.0 Mpx |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 px |
Other resolutions |
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Processor | Expeed C2 |
Optical zoom | 18.0 x |
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Digital zoom | 4.0 x |
Minimum aperture | 3.5 |
Maximum aperture | 3.5 |
Focal length equiv | 25 - 450 |
Focus adjustment | Auto |
Autofocus |
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Manual focus | yes |
Normal focus range | 19.69 in |
Macro focus range | 1.57 in |
Number of focus points | 9 |
Image stabiliser | Optical |
Filter thread | no |
Folded optics | no |
Camera shutter type |
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Minimum shutter speed | 4.0 s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1.0 s |
Shutter priority | no |
Aperture priority | no |
Manual exposure mode | no |
Exposure compensation plus | 2 |
Exposure compensation minus | -2 |
Expousure compensation steps | 1/3 |
Self-timer delay |
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WB Bracketing | No |
Subject / scene modes | yes |
Built-in flash | yes |
Flash range | 4 |
Flash modes |
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External flash | no |
Continuous drive | 9.5 fps |
Scene modes |
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Self-timer | yes |
Metering modes |
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3D support | no |
Manual settings | no |
Self-timer options |
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Built-in microphone | yes |
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Microphone type | Stereo |
Voice recording | yes |
Supported audio file formats |
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Weight | 7.55 oz |
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Width | 4.13 in |
Height | 2.44 in |
Depth | 1.36 in |
Power source type | Battery |
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Battery life (CIPA) | 15 |
Battery life (max) | 3.0 h |
Battery technology | Lithium-Ion |
Battery capacity | 1050.0 mAh |
Rechargeable battery | yes |
Number of batteries supported | 1 |
AC adapter included | yes |
GPS | no |
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Orientation sensor | no |
On Screen Display (OSD) languages |
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ISO |
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ISO Auto | yes |
ISO minimum | 160 |
ISO maximum | 3200 |
Maximum image resolution | 4000 x 3000 px |
White balance presets | 5 |
White balance modes | Auto |
Custom white balance | yes |
Supported image file formats | JPG |
Photo effects |
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Image stabilizer | yes |
Image stabilization type | Sensor-shift |
Supported aspect ratios |
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Uncompressed format | No |
Screen size | 3.0 in |
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Articulated LCD | no |
Screen technology | LCD |
Screen dots | 921000 |
Touch screen | no |
Field of view | 97.0 % |
Live view | yes |
Viewfinder | None |
Maximum resolution | 1920 x 1080 px |
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Video recording | yes |
Recording resolutions |
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HD type | Full HD |
Supported video file formats |
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Analog signal format system |
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Camera playback |
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Max frame rate (highest resolution) | 30.0 fps |
Motion JPEG frame rate | 30.0 fps |
Body type | Compact |
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Colour of product |
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Environmentally sealed | no |
Internal storage | 74.0 mB |
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Compatible memory cards |
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Memory slots | 1 |
Storage types |
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Camera file system |
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mini connector | yes |
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HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
USB version | 2.0 |
DC-in jack | yes |
Remote control | No |
PictBridge | yes |
NFC | no |
Wireless network (Wi-Fi) | no |
Bluetooth | no |
AV output | yes |
I make no apologies for reviewing this humble compact digicam – the Nikon Coolpix S9100 – in amongst the heavy hitting DSLRs and maxi-zoom models. Why? ‘Cos it has a few features the DSLRs do not have. Nikon Coolpix S9100 Features To begin with it has a moderate 18x zoom, starting at a wide 35
The Nikon Coolpix S9100 is the rare beast that will please both novices and experienced shooters, even with its lack of manual controls. Thanks to its great image quality and creative modes, practically anyone will find this camera a pleasure to use.
Review posted 5/13/2011Quick TakeProsVery compact for a camera sporting an 18x optical zoom lens25-450mm equivalent range is incredibly versatileProduces sharp images with good colorsSmooth, Full 1080p HD video captureStereo SoundDedicated video recording buttonNumerous Creative Shooting ModesHigh-quality
The Nikon Coolpix S9100 is a new travel-zoom compact camera sporting a whopping 18x zoom lens with a focal range of 25-450mm. Also featuring a sensible 12 megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor, high-resolution 3-inch screen and 1080p Full HD movies, the Nikon S9100 certainly offers a lot on paper, but how does it shape up in reality? Read our in-depth Nikon Coolpix S9100 review to find out.
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Nikon S9100 review, find out how the S9100 stacks up against the competition in our real-world review with in-depth image quality comparisons.
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Nikon COOLPIX S9100 review: A compact camera with an 18x zoom and a good CMOS sensor
As the travel zoom marketplace has expanded, the technology has advanced, to the extent that even some of last year's crop of products look under-specified compared to current models. One of the most noticeable effects of the increased competition in this sector is the increased sophistication of the hardware, not just with regards to the angle of view covered by the lenses, but also pixel counts and the increased prevalence of 'extras' like built-in GPS.
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The Coolpix S9100 isn't the smallest camera in the world, nor the most elegant. Frankly, it's nothing special to look at – and on paper its specifications don't look inspiring either. It has a small, 1/2.33in
The Nikon Coolpix S9100 telescopes out to an astounding 18x optical zoom from a surprisingly compact body, but lacks the optical image stabilization to make full use of it.
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A compact ultra-zoom camera that copes well in low light is a rare treat; excellent videos and a superb screen round it out nicely