Nikon Coolpix S10 Customer Reviews

Packing powerful imaging performance, 10x zoom capability and a stylish swivel design into compact dimensions, the Coolpix S10 makes it easy to take great-looking shots from more imaginative angles.

Coolpix S10 Technical Details

* 6.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
* 10x image-stabilized optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD with 170-degree viewing angle
* Face Priority AF, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, and D-Lighting
* Auto-adjusts ISO up to 800, for shooting in low-light situations
* Stores images on SD memory cards; powered by lithium-ion batteries

Reviewer:Mitchell Malpartida “some guy” (Jersey City, NJ USA)

I bought the S10 mainly because it reminded of my much loved Coolpix 990. The camera body is very light save for the lens which will tip the camera on its side when set facing forward. The body feels kinda hollow and cheap though it is metal (feels like plastic on the back). The LCD is great with nice brightness, actually too bright for my normal viewing pleasure. What annoys me at the moment is the menu system. It takes a few steps to choose between mode and custom scene settings, compared to my Canon Sd700IS which is very simple to switch modes and make selections. With some practice Im sure the menus will become second nature. I simply love the clarity and details I have been getting with this camera.
When set to Auto White Balance, it takes maybe a minute or two to calibrate which is not good when you need to whip out the camera and take some quick snaps indoors. Suggestion is to plan ahead; if you are going to be under any type of artificial lighting change the setting to fit the environment and youll be snapping great pics quickly. Vibration reduction works without a hitch although I havent tried running and taking pictures at the same time yet. The portrait modes are really cool and easy for a novice to use. There is an interesting slideshow mode which will allow you to do some nice Ken Burns effects (pan and zoom) to the music of your choice.
The thing that disappointed me was the lack of a full manual mode which I was really hoping for like my old 990. To compensate you need to study the various scene modes to get the desired results so experiment and read the manual.
A screen protector is a must as your right thumb has a tendancy to touch the LCD. Id go with a fellowes screen protector as you get more than one per pack unlike some of these other lame companies which only give you one per pack and charge the same price.All in all, despite the body issue (plastic), you get excellent photo quality and 10x optical zoom in a small body. (Man-purse necessary to carry as it doesnt fit in pocket)

Update: Its soo light on the body side that to me it feels like the whole thing is plastic but its actually just the back where the lcd is and VR/Portrait buttons are. Thanks for the comments!

Reviewer:Debi “kysmom” (Pleasanton, CA)

It takes a little getting used to but is very similar to any of the movie cameras out now (focusing and tilting). Takes awesome pictures. I wanted a camera that was small but had at least 10x optical for those basball, recital, play pictures of the kids. I could never get close enough and would get a picture of the entire class on stage. Very happy now! Close ups of items are wonderful too. My daughter needed close up pictures of flowers that showed detail for her science project and I was so impressed with what we got! My 10 year old can take pictures without a problem so that shows you how easy it is to use. Oh, and yes, you CAN see the screen in the sunlight AND it is a very sharp image.

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