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Nikon Coolpix S3
161 reviews
May, 2025
alaTest has collected and analyzed 161 reviews of Nikon Coolpix S3. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the design and image quality. The size and portability are also appreciated. Views about the focus and flash are mixed. Many are less positive about the exposure and shutter.
usability, portability, size, image quality, design
performance, shutter, exposure
We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Nikon Coolpix S3 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.
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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)
Amazon.co.uk review summary for Nikon Coolpix S3
alaTest has collected and analyzed 20 user reviews of Nikon Coolpix S3 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the portability and zoom. The screen and size also get good feedback.
usability, size, screen, zoom, portability
100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.
May, 2025
Consumer review (amazon.com)
Amazon.com review summary for Nikon Coolpix S3
alaTest has collected and analyzed 37 user reviews of Nikon Coolpix S3 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the design and size. The portability and usability are also appreciated, whereas reviews are divided on the reliability. The price and performance get less positive views.
image quality, usability, portability, size, design
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62% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.
May, 2025
Expert review by (cameras.co.uk)
Nikon Coolpix S3
Nikon Coolpix S3 Review. This is a standard pocket sized digital camera. It has six megapixels and a three times zoom lens.
Menu help available ; General ease of use
Some images could be sharper ; Small flash range
The Nikon Coolpix S3 is a standard ultra compact digital camera. Very little stands out as being very good or very bad. One point in its favour is it is one of the few six megapixel slimline cameras.
Nov, 2005
Expert review by (dcmag.co.uk)
Nikon CoolPix S3
Very few dispute the high quality of cameras that Nikon produces and the CoolPix S3 is no exception. The 6-megapixel sensor coupled with the legendary ED glass helps ensure a sharp and bright photo. However one of its only downfalls is camera shake, which
Expert review by : What Digital Camera Magazine (whatdigitalcamera.com)
Review of the Nikon Coolpix S3 - Digital SLR Reviews
It must be said that the Coolpix does not have the thickest manual in the WDC library...
Expert review by : Good Gear Guide.au (goodgearguide.com.au)
Expert Review
An average camera for the average user. The S3 isn't a bad choice, it takes some fairly good snaps, has most of the basic functions...but so do most of its competitors.
Sharp shots
Buggy autofocus, equally buggy blur detection
Dec, 2007
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Expert review by : Andrew Kliem (goodgearguide.com.au)
Nikon Coolpix S3
After you've seen forty or fifty digital cameras, it becomes increasingly difficult to find something new and exciting to talk about. There are plent...
Sharp shots
Buggy autofocus, equally buggy blur detection
An average camera for the average user. The S3 isn't a bad choice, it takes some fairly good snaps, has most of the basic functions...but so do most of its competitors.
Dec, 2005
Partner Source
Expert review by : Will Greenwald (cnet.com)
Nikon Coolpix S3 (Black)
Nikon Coolpix S3 (Black)
Sep, 2005
Expert review by : Steve's Digicams (steves-digicams.com)
Nikon Coolpix S3
Physical Views The Coolpix S3 compared to a standard CD disc. The Coolpix S4 and the Coolpix S3. The Coolpix S3 and the Casio EX-Z57 Zoom . Continue on to the Features & Controls Coolpix S3 Specifications CCD 1/2.5-in. high-density CCD 6.0 million...
Nov, 2005
Expert review by (steves-digicams.com)
Nikon CoolPix S3
The Coolpix S3 is a 6-megapixel camera that delivers high performance shooting power and image quality in a sleek and ultra-portable package. Like the Coolpix S1 and S2 before it, the Matte Black Metal-body Coolpix S3 boasts a 2.5" LCD screen and Nikon's
The Coolpix S3 has a lot of appeal to those wanting ease of use and good image quality in a very small package. It offers several unique features that distinguish it from the competition, including D-lighting, Red Eye Fix and Best Shot Selector. At a stre
Nov, 2005
Expert review by : Kevin Wu Li (cnet.com.au)
Nikon Coolpix S3
For users looking for a sleek, lightweight and fashionable camera, the Nikon Coolpix S3 fits the bill.
Stylish design available in different hues ; Optical zooming during movie recording
Indispensable docking station ; No optical image stabilisation
During our video tests, the shooter managed to record relatively clear footages with sound. Noise was evident, sadly, but it's nothing to worry about as it's typical for most cameras of this class. Expect more noise in your still images especially at...
Mar, 2006
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Expert review by : Will Greenwald (cnet.com.au)
Nikon Coolpix S3 (Black)
Nikon Coolpix S3 (Black)
Sep, 2005
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