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The Nikon Coolpix S2 is a 5.1 megapixel splash proof digital camera. It has a large 2.5 inch LCD screen, 5 mode flash, USB connectivity and 3x Optical Zoom Nikkor ED Glass lens.
The Nikon Coolpix S2 will retail for $449.95 ($US) and be available in the spring (northern hemisphere).
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Pocket Lint reviews the 5 megapixel Nikon Coolpix S2 digital camera and gives it a rating of 8 out of 10. They write - 'Given my grumbles you’d be forgiven for thinking I don’t like this camera, not so. It’s a gem, if a little flawed around the edges. Anyone making standard sized prints from its images will be more than happy with its results and it is so nice to look at you’ll be hard pressed not to flaunt it wherever you go, just be careful you don’t wear it out by over-polishing that shiny face plate. '
Digital Camera Info reviews the Nikon Coolpix S2 and writes - 'The Nikon Coolpix S2 is built with style in mind, as well as ease of use for the fashion-conscious point-and-shooter. The 5 megapixel 1/2.5-inch CCD comes packed in a splash-proof metal body with a 3x optical zoom lens that remains flush with the camera body at all times. The stylish design includes a sliding lens door that protects the lens and flash while providing a nice mirror for your own fashion purposes.'
CNET Reviews the Nikon Coolpix S2 and give it a rating of 5.8 out of 10 (Average). They write - 'Tiny size, acceptable but not outstanding image quality, and a lack of manual controls make the ultracompact Nikon Coolpix S2 a fine choice for snapshot photographers who want a good selection of fun features but don't want to make many decisions on their own. This Nikon's strong points are abundant scene modes, a 3X zoom lens that doesn't protrude during use, a postshot fix that automatically brightens dark backgrounds, and a clever Face Priority focus mode that ensures that the closest person to the camera will come out sharp and clear. But given the Coolpix S2's limited shutter-speed range of 2 seconds to 1/350 second, you won't be using it for long exposures or very fast action.'
The Coolpix S2 benefits from Nikon’s Exclusive Feature System made available through its Coolpix line of products and even incorporates a 16th Scene Mode – Voice Recording Scene Mode - to its arsenal of on-board technology. These features include Nikon’s exclusive Face Priority Auto Focus, which ensures that faces remain in focus when shooting portraits by automatically sensing the presence of a human face within the frame and setting accurate focus points accordingly. The result is a sharp portrait with the press of a button. The S2 also boasts Nikon’s renowned In-Camera Red-Eye Fix technology, which detects and corrects red eyes in most typical situations without the need to press buttons or select and highlight the eyes in playback. The D-Lighting feature can be selected in Playback mode — automatically compensating for insufficient flash or excessive back lighting in order to obtain balanced exposure throughout the frame.
More Features in a Sleek, Splash-Proof Design
• 5.1 effective megapixels
• 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED Glass lens with a focal range equivalent to that of a 35-105mm lens in 35mm format
• Compact dimensions of (W x H x D – 3.6 x 2.3 x 0.9 inches)
• Light weight of approx 4.9 oz. (without battery and memory card)
• COOLSTATION MV-12 cradle included for easy downloading of images and recharging the battery in the camera
• AF-assist illuminator can be switched on and off
• 256-segment Matrix Metering with Center-weighted, Spot, or Spot AF metering
• 7 manual white balance settings and White Balance Bracketing
• Direct printing with PictBridge compatibility
• 4 of the 16 Scene Modes offer Scene Assist (Portrait, Night Portrait, Sports, Landscape)
• World Time function allows local time to be set easily anywhere
• USB compatibility enables swift transfer of image data to computers
• Voice memo function records up to 20 seconds of sound that can then be attached to an image
• 4x digital zoom capability
• Choice of Single AF and Continuous AF
• Options for playback: Single, 4- and 9-segment thumbnail, Slideshow, 10x magnification
• Built-in Speedlight: features settings for Auto, Red-eye Reduction by pre-flash, Anytime flash, Flash cancel and Slow sync.
The Nikon Coolpix S2 will be available this spring at select retailers nationwide, at an MSRP of $449.95. For a detailed listing of product specifications and a description of Nikon exclusive technology, please visit www.nikondigital.com.
Posted by Darren in our Nikon category on May 18, 2005