8.3 out of 10

Nikon COOLPIX S550

10.0 megapixels

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Best Price: $119

  • User Score (105)
    8.5 8.5 from 105 reviewers
  • Expert Score (5)
    7.3 7.3 from 5 reviewers
  • Buzz Index: 0/5
  • Activity: 5/5
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Pros & Cons

  • nice quality, fun camera, lighter weight, good pictures, larger screen on back

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Manufacturer's Specs

  • Format
    Ultra Compact
  • Max resolution
    3648 x 2736
  • Low resolution
    2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480, 1920 x 1080
  • Image ratio w:h
    4:3, 16:9
  • Effective pixels
    10.0 million
  • Sensor photo detectors
    10.3 million
  • Sensor size
    1/2.3 " (6.16 x 4.62 mm, 0.28 cm²)
  • Pixel density
    35 MP/cm²
  • Sensor type
    CCD
  • Sensor manufacturer
    Unknown

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  • World’s smallest body*
  • 10.0 effective megapixels for high-resolution images
  • Optical 5x Zoom-NIKKOR lens; 6.3-31.5mm (35mm format equivalent: 36-180mm)
  • Electronic VR image stabilization for …

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  1. Nikon Coolpix S550

    Reviewer: Picture correct
    20 February 2008

    The Nikon Coolpix S550 is a 10 megapixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom. It is designed for point-and-shoot photographers who want to take portraits of friends and family. The Coolpix S550 features smile mode, blink warning, image stabilization, ISO speeds up to 2000, the Expeed imaging processor, a 2.5" LCD, and face recognition. It will be available for about $229. Read more

  1. Nikon Coolpix S550

    Reviewer: BusyMom, Ciao
    6 days ago
    Overall 8
    8.0
    Design 10
    10
    Value for money 10
    10
    Ease of use 8
    8.0
     

    This is a great little lightweight, compact camera that does a lot! It was easy to use right out of the box, takes great pictures and fits nicely in your purse or pocket. I have previously owned Canon cameras, and the Nikon was simple enough to use and the menus intuitive. Read more

  2. Small and Handy

    Reviewer: mb5097, Buy.com
    4 weeks ago
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I purchased this camera because my small Samsung camera was stolen. When I bought another, it was too complex to be able to use for photographing grandkids and other spontaneous subjects. The auto setting takes great photos, the movie setting is really point and shoot. I'm working my way through the instruction booklet to learn how to use all the special features even though I'm OK with it just as is. Read more

  3. Amazing and Purple

    Reviewer: Buyzillion.com
    28 October 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    It's really hard to find a purple camera, which is what first drew me to it. However, all the features are amazing. I'm a huge fan of the "Smile" feature. Read more

  4. I liked my son's so well I bought my own

    Reviewer: Diane - Avid Outdoorsperson, CameraWorld.com
    16 October 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I have taken this camera hiking, biking, and mountain climbing. It takes great photos both indoors and especially out. I especially love the vibrant color mode as it really enhances existing color without looking fake. The photos that I've printed have great color and are exceptionally clear. I'm going to buy another one for my husband for Christmas. Read more

  5. Reviewer: PC World
    30 July 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    I did quite a bit of research before deciding on this camera. The majority of the reviews were excellent. There were a few that were scary. Now i realize why. This camera is a great camera if you are willing to put the time in to learn all it has to offer and how to use it. It comes in cool, fresh colors which may be one of the reasons that people felt mislead. Although cool looking this camera is a sophisticated piece of equiptment capable of producing some great... Read more

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