The Nikon Coolpix S3 combines 6.0 effective megapixels and a 3x optical Zoom-Nikkor ED glass lens for beautiful 14 x 19-inch prints. The matte black-finished metal body is slim and sleek, and the incredible, bright 2.5-inch LCD dominates the back of this stunning camera, which is only 3/4-inch thick and shirt pocket small. Place the camera on the included Coolstation dock to download images quickly and easily while charging the battery. The Coolpix S3 incorporates Nikon's Exclusive Feature System, including In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, which automatically fixes most typical instances of red-eye during the picture taking process; D-Lighting, which automatically lightens overly dark images in playback mode; and On-Screen Help, which eliminates the guesswork by providing explanations for all main menu functions.
Useful automatic features do all the thinking for you
The Coolpix S3 features 17 specially programmed modes to automatically handle focus, exposure, white balance, and other adjustments that help you take great pictures at the press of a button. The Underwater Scene Mode is the newest and allows you to shoot underwater with the (optional) WP-CP5 underwater housing. Another great new function to be used in the Portrait Mode is Face Priority AF which automatically finds the subject's face and focuses on it. 4 of the 17 scene modes come with Scene Assist, offering a selection of easy framing assist options to help you compose your pictures with the assistance of framing guides displayed in the monitor.
High quality lenses deliver high quality pictures
The 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED glass lens gives you the power of a 35-105mm (35mm equivalent) lens, while Macro capability lets you get as close as 1.6 inches. This combination is supported by Nikon's world-renowned optical technology, with pro-quality ED glass delivering crisp, clear images while minimizing chromatic aberration, all of which helps realize the full potential of our high resolution 6 megapixel CCDs. The Coolpix S3 exclusive image-processing technology takes true-to-life images a step closer to reality. A 256-segment Matrix Metering system enables optimal exposures in even the most challenging lighting situations.
Incredible, bright 2.5-inch LCD makes shooting and sharing images easier
With the new oversized 2.5-inch LCD screen, you won't miss much, but Nikon did not stop there when designing this cameras. A new interface has been created that can be viewed as icons or as a list. If you get confused, just hit the Help button. It will explain the function in the main menu.
Shoot longer and more often
The Nikon Coolpix S3 has been designed so you can shoot longer and more often by increasing battery life and adding more internal memory. 12 MB of internal memory lets you shoot even more without an SD card (sold separately). Nikon has made these cameras more efficient than ever, giving you longer battery life. On one charge of the S3 included rechargeable lithium-ion battery EN-EL8, you can shoot up to 190 shots.
The Coolpix S3 comes complete with the Coolstation MV-11. Delivering true plug-and-play convenience, the Coolstation MV-11 is more than just a charging cradle. Placing the Coolpix S3 in the Coolstation MV-11 enables the batteries to be charged without removing them from the camera body. The Coolstation MV-11 also connects the Coolpix S3 to a TV and to a computer via USB.
Go even further with your Coolpix S3
Nikon's PictureProject software is complimentary with your Coolpix purchase. It's designed to extend the enjoyment of taking pictures: from transferring images from camera to computer and organizing images so they're easy to find to editing them to add an extra sparkle, designing ways to show off the pictures, and sharing them with friends and family. Think of PictureProject for your next steps to enjoy your photography fun.
The newest version of PictureProject is available for complimentary download to any owner of a Nikon Coolpix or Nikon Digital SLR at Nikon's website. Photography--from camera to computer to print or e-mail--it's all about fun when you choose Nikon Coolpix with PictureProject!
Share photos with the world
Print directly from your camera
You can send images directly to print, without the need of a PC, when using PictBridge and USB Direct Print compatible printers.
Hook directly to your TV
Show friends and family the results on a grand scale.
One Touch Upload to your computer
Just touch the Transfer button once to upload images to your computer using the supplied PictureProject software.
The compact digital camera that thought of everything.
- 6.0 effective megapixels, for stunning prints up to 16 x 20 inches.
- High quality 3x optical Zoom-Nikkor ED glass lens 35-105mm (35mm equivalent) for incredibly sharp, clear images, plus a 4x digital zoom for a total zoom of 12x.
- Incredible bright 2.5-inch LCD for easy viewing and playback of pictures.
- Ultra-slim (3/4-inch thick) design makes the camera small enough to carry in any pocket.
- Ultra-light weight of approximately 4.2 ounces (118 grams) (without battery and SD card).
- Durable matte black-finished aluminum-alloy body makes the camera not only slim but sturdy.
- Nikon's In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically fixes most instances of red-eye in the camera. You may never see red eyes again!
- Nikon's D-Lighting automatically brightens the dark areas in the picture when in playback mode.
- 17 scene modes (Portrait, Panorama Assist, Landscape, Underwater, etc.), 4 with Scene Assist to guide you in taking better pictures, automatically. The all new Underwater Mode is used with the optional WP-CP5 waterproof case. (Waterproof case not included--must be purchased separately.)
- Long battery life to shoot up to 190 images on single charge of the included lithium-ion (Nikon EN-EL8) rechargeable battery.
- Coolstation MV-11 cradle included. Put the S3 in the supplied cradle to automatically charge the battery and connect via USB to your computer.
- Adjustable Graphic User Interface (GUI) allows you to change the interface to view either the icon view or the traditional menu item view.
- In-camera Help button instantly displays an explanation for all the functions within all menus.
- Take great close-up pictures with the ability to focus as close as 1.6 inches from your subject.
- Movie Mode with sound at 15 frames per second at a length that is only limited by the available space on the internal memory or your SD memory card.
- 12 MB of internal memory allows you to begin taking pictures immediately.
- Print directly to a printer by connecting the Coolpix S3 directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer.
Nikon Coolpix S3 digital camera, Coolstation dock MV-11/MV-11B, strap, USB cable UC-E10, audio-video cable EG-E5000, AC adapter EH-63, rechargeable li-ion battery EN-EL8, PictureProject CD-ROM
Product Description:
In the Coolpix S3, Nikon has managed to create a high-performance digital-camera that's thin and compact. It's easy to use yet still retains the professional-grade quality that makes Nikon reknowned and popular all around the world. 6 Megapixel delivers outstanding still image resolution for most photographic needs. The S3 also lets you shoot movies at up to 640x480 VGA resolution. All images are stored on an SD Memory-card that can be transferred to a PC or Macintosh. No computer? It'll print to a PictBridge compatible printer without using a PC. So be cool with the Coolpix S3. It's feature filled, sleek, tiny, and black. Own a Nikon. 17 Scene Modes - Still - Auto, Scene Assist (Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Night portrait), Scene (Party/Indoor, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dusk/Dawn, Night landscape, Close up, Museum, Fireworks show, Copy, Back light, Panorama assist, Voice Recording, Underwater), BSS (Best Shot Selector), Color Options, Blur Warning, Date Imprint, Self-timer (10 sec.) / Movie - With sound - TV movie (640) at 15fps, Small size (320) at 15fps, Smaller size (160) at 15fps; Without sound - Time-lapse movie at 15fps Adjustable GUI (Graphic User Interface) with Help Button - choose between the traditional menu item view or the all new icon view. Press the Help button and it will instantly display an explanation for all main menu functions on the LCD Unit Dimension (W x H x D) - Approx. 3.5 x 2.3 x 0.8 in. (89.9 x 57.5 x 19.7mm) / Weight - Approx. 4.2 oz. (118g) (without battery and memory card)