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Like the Coolpix S1 and S2 before it, the new Matte Black Metal-body Coolpix S3 boasts a 2.5” LCD screen and Nikon’s exclusive feature system, including D-Lighting for fixing dark...
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Like the Coolpix S1 and S2 before it, the new Matte Black Metal-body Coolpix S3 boasts a 2.5” LCD screen and Nikon’s exclusive feature system, including D-Lighting for fixing dark pictures in the camera, the exclusive Face Priority AF (Auto Focus) for automatic face-finding focus and getting great portraits and In-Camera Red-Eye Fix™ to remove most instances of red-eye in the camera. The Coolpix S3 provides consumers with top-notch performance and the look to match. Less
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The D3S is uniquely qualified to meet the changing needs of photographers whose assignments demand 100% from them and their equipment. Uncompromising FX-format multimedia versatility and...
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The D3S is uniquely qualified to meet the changing needs of photographers whose assignments demand 100% from them and their equipment. Uncompromising FX-format multimedia versatility and engineered for demanding professional use at up to 9 fps, the D3S' rugged magnesium alloy construction, comprehensively sealed against dust and moisture, delivers on its promises of superiority. Exacting moments in time are captured to an expanded buffer, allowing continuous capture of up to 82 JPEG (fine) or 36 14-bit NEF (RAW) images. Less
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| Key Features |
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Digital Zoom
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4x
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Without Digital Zoom
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HD Recording Format
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720p (HDTV)
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Camera Type
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Compact
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SLR/Professional
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Weight
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0.26 lb.
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2.73 lb.
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LCD Screen Size
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2.5 in.
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3 in.
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Resolution
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6.4 Megapixel
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12.9 Megapixel
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Optical Zoom
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3x
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| Image Quality |
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Camera Resolution
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6.4 Megapixel
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12.9 Megapixel
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Image Sensor Type
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CCD
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CMOS
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Image Resolutions
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640 x 480
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2816 x 2112
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2048 x 1536
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1024 x 768
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1776 x 1184
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3552 x 2368
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4256 x 2832
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3184 x 2120
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2128 x 1416
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2784 x 1848
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2080 x 1384
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1392 x 920
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Video Resolutions
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320 x 240
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640 x 480 (VGA)
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160 x 120
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1280 x 720
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320 x 216
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640 x 424
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Video Format
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AVI
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Motion JPEG
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HD (High Definition)
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Video Speed
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15 fps
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24 fps
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| Lens |
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Interchangeable Lens
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Not Interchangeable Lenses
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Interchangeable Lenses
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Optical Zoom
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3x
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Focus Type
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Autofocus
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-
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Focal Length
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5.8 - 17.4 mm
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Macro Focus Range
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1.6 in. to Infinity (w)
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35mm Zoom Lens
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35 - 105 mm
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Focus Range
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12 in. to Infinity (w)
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| Exposure Control |
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Aperture Range
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f3/f5.4 (w/t)
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Shutter Speed
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30 - 1/8000 sec
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Frames Per Second
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1.6 Frames
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9 Frames
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White Balance
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Auto
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Daylight / Sunny (Preset)
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Cloudy (Preset)
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Fluorescent (Preset)
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Incandescent (Preset)
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Flash (Preset)
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Fluorescent (Preset)
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Incandescent (Preset)
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Shade (Preset)
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Sunset (Preset)
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Flash (Preset)
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Colour Temperature Adjust
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Flash Functions
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Flash Off
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Auto Flash
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Fill-in Flash
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Red-eye Reduction Flash
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Slow Sync
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Front Sync Flash
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Rear Sync Flash
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Red-eye Reduction Flash
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Slow Sync
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Flash Type
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Built-In
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External
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ISO Speeds
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Auto
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50
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100
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200
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400
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Auto
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100
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200
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400
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12800
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25600
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File Size (High Res.)
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3 MB (43 images on 128MB card)
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Memory Type
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Built-in
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SD Card
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CompactFlash Card Type I
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CompactFlash Card Type II
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IBM Microdrive
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Compression Type
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JPEG
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JPEG
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Raw Image
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DPOF 1.1
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EXIF 2.21
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DCF 2.0
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File Size (Low Res.)
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0.75 MB (about 171 images on 128MB card)
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Compression Modes
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Normal
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Uncompressed
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Basic
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Built-in Memory Size
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12 MB
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Self Timer
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10 Sec.
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2 Sec.
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5 Sec.
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10 Sec.
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20 Sec.
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Tripod Mount
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With Tripod Mount
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Built-in Microphone
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With Built-in Microphone
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With Built-in Microphone
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| Viewfinder / Display |
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LCD Protected Position
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Without LCD Protected Position
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Without LCD Protected Position
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Viewfinder
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-
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Optical (Through-the-lens)
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LCD Screen Resolution
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110,000 pixels
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921,000 pixels
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| Interfaces |
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Video Interface
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Video Out
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Video Out
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Interface Type
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USB
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USB 2.0
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HDMI
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| Power Supply |
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Battery Type
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Proprietary Lithium
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Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
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Battery Life
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190 Images
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4,700 Images
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| System Requirements |
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Operating System
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Apple Mac OS X
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Microsoft Windows 2000
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Microsoft Windows 98SE
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Microsoft Windows ME
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Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
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Microsoft Windows XP Professional
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| Dimensions |
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Weight
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0.26 lb.
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2.73 lb.
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Depth
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0.8 in.
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3.4 in.
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Height
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2.3 in.
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6.2 in.
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Width
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3.5 in.
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6.3 in.
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| Miscellaneous |
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UPC
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018208255375
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0018208913558
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Product ID
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27367124
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90831632
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Included Accessories
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Software
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USB Cable
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Video Cable
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Lithium Battery
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AC Power Adapter
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Strap
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Software
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USB Cable
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Driver
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Battery Charger
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Strap
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AV Cable
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Li-Ion Rechargable Battery
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Release Date
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September, 2005
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2009
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Family Line
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Nikon COOLPIX
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Nikon D
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| Product MPN |
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MPN
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nikcoolpixs3k1
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1647767
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| Consumer Reviews |
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Nikon COOLPIX S3 Digital Camera
$399.00
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Nikon D3S Body Only Digital Camera
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$5,196.95
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Product Review Summary
100% recommend this product
Consumer Reviews
Pros
good picture quality, easy to use, several pre-adjusted scene modes, small size.
Cons
Limited options to manually tune exposure, small buttons for big fingers.
Recommended it?
Yes
We bought a Nikon S3 in May 2006 with a 512 Mb Ultra II SanDisk SD card installed. In the past we've had Olympus 4MP and Casio 5MP Exilim digital point and shoots.
My wife and I used the S3 quite a bit over the past 6 months (taking pictures of our kids, neighbors, family, etc). Our...
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Pros
Highly portable, good quality, takes good photos, has interesting and effective advanced...
Cons
None. It is about as good as it can be for its size category.
Recommended it?
Yes
This review will cover what the typical consumer will need to know about the Nikon S3. Lists of features and statistics are available on technical testing sites.
The S3 is a very small camera, much smaller in your hand than it appears on paper. My initial impression was that it was too...
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Product Review Summary
100% recommend this product
Consumer Reviews
Pros
Takes beautiful images; fast and powerful; rugged and durable
Cons
Big, heavy and more expensive than many used cars
Recommended it?
Yes
It surprised me that nobody has written a good review of this camera, and it's a bit late since it's already replaced by the D4. Still, there are a few D3Ss left on camera store shelves, and in view of the horribly bad availability of the D4, you might still be tempted to buy one. Should you?
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Pros
Fast AF, great sensor in high-ISO situations, solid body build, compatible with new/old...
Cons
Nothing really
Recommended it?
Yes
If you're a professional looking for a reliable and high-performance workhorse, I highly recommend this camera.
The camera is solid, it has great features that you find useful in your day-to-day sessions and it's very reliable.
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