The Coolpix S8000 is a 14-megapixel camera with 10x optical zoom and has a 35mm-equivalent focal length range of 30mm-300mm. It has a 3-inch LCD (921,000 pixels).
Because of its small size, we consider this model a subcompact.
The Coolpix S8000 stores photos and video on SD/SDHC memory cards and has 32MB of in-board storage. It captures images as JPG files at a top resolution of 4320 x 3240 and HD-resolution video as MOV files at a top resolution of 1280 x 720.
Like most digital cameras, this model comes with a proprietary rechargeable battery.
The image stabilization system for this camera is mechanical.
The Coolpix S8000 measures 4.3 inches wide by 2.6 inches high by 1.2 inches deep, and weighs 6 ounces (with battery, memory card, and strap).
About This Brand
Nikon has a fairly extensive line of point-and-shoot models, known as Coolpix cameras. Its subcompacts, compacts, and super zooms are divided into three series—the budget L, step-up S, and high-end P series. Nikon also has an innovative S series camera that includes a built-in projector that lets you beam images or video clips onto any surface. Like Canon's SLR lineup, Nikon's D series offers cameras for every SLR user and budget and a wide range of lenses. High-end SLRs include large, full-frame sensors, which offer better quality in low light.
Optical zoom Optical zoom is the maximum magnifcation of the lens.
Optical zoom
10
Manual controls Some cameras allow the user to set the aperture (f-stop), shutter speed, or (usually) both. This feature is used to override the automatic exposure settings when more control is needed. During a sporting event for example, you may want to use a high shutter speed to freeze the action. Or, you may want to use a low shutter speed to blur moving objects (like a waterfall) while keeping stationary objects sharp. Using shallow depths of field can be used to blur the background of photos while keeping the foreground in focus. Typically up/down arrow keys are used to change settings displayed on the LCD or in the viewfinder. These controls are not as easy to use as on conventional film cameras.
Manual controls
No
LCD size (in.) Digital cameras have a small liquid-crystal display (LCD) screen on the back so you can see the images and decide which to keep. You can also use the LCD to help frame photos, but that's a sure way to run down the battery in a hurry. Most LCD screens are too dim for viewing clearly in sunlight. Many cameras also use the screen for displaying menus and camera settings. It is desirable to have both an LCD display and a viewfinder with an eyepiece.
LCD size (in.)
3
Touch screen Touch screen indicates touch capability on the LCD.
Touch screen
No
Viewfinder Found on virtually all models, this optical device allows you to look through an eyepiece to frame the subject before taking a picture. Not to be confused with the LCD image display found on the back of the camera, which is mainly to view photos you've already taken.
Had problems after about a month. Returned the camera 4 times - 2 times they fixed the power button and 2 times they found nothing wrong, but when i got it back it worked for a short time or not at all. They strung me along until the warranty ran out. I am throwing this camera away and never buying a nikon ever again. I give this camera 1 star only because it wont allow me to give 0. What good is a camera that takes good pictures if it never worked when we needed it to.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
By
Apopgirl
from
Long Island
1.0
AVOID!
2/3/2012
Pros
Good Image Quality
Great Zoom
Large Clear LCD
Nice Body Color
Small / Compact
Cons
Turns off by itself
Won't turn on sometimes
Best Uses
Comment:
This camera was beyond amazing, aside from occasionally corrupting a picture or video for no apparent reason, for about a year. Then it began deciding it no longer wanted to turn on; this occurs at least 50% of the times I attempt to use it. And for about 75% of the times that it DID turn on, it would then turn itself off within 5 seconds, which isn't long enough to take a picture. Many photo opportunities have been lost this way.<br /><br />My mom and aunt both have the same model and they began experiencing these problems even faster than I did.<br /><br />This is a real shame; I had an old Coolpix 4800 that lasted me for ages and worked great. Since the S8000 cost me over $300, I just don't have the money right now to replace it, so maybe I'll have to go back to using my old one. Lame. I think Nikon should issue a recall, as another reviewer stated.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
By
anonymous
from
NC
4.0
Great
1/28/2012
Pros
Easy To Use
Fast/accurate auto-focus
Good Image Quality
Good in Low Light
Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
Indoors/Low Light
Landscape/Scenery
Travel
Wildlife photos
Comment:
I used this camera for pretty much everything. I had it for a couple of years before it succumbed to the lens error message, and always found it to be reliable and easy to use. Using the different settings I was able to capture pretty much whatever I was looking at. I don't really have any camera-specific nit-picks, because I adapted my grip to accomodate the flash, which I rarely needed anyway.
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Optical zoom
