Nikon Coolpix S8100

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 16 expert reviews

Excellent:

3
Good:

9
Average:

2
Bad:

2

Pros:

Features, Handling, Performance, Verdict, Specification
Excellent image sharpness, well built, impressive movie quality
Very good image quality, HDR shooting mode, 1080p video, Compact, sleek design

Cons:

Few manual options, No grid lines, No dedicated battery charger, Output compartment door seems flimsy, Charging port is difficult to reach, Below-average battery life, Hard-to-reach on/off button, Soft corners at wide-angle, Bright chromatic aberration...
Some corner softness, Does not stitch photos in-camera

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Last revision on March 27, 2012

Reviewers Liked

Features, Handling, Performance, Verdict, Specification
Excellent image sharpness, well built, impressive movie quality
Very good image quality, HDR shooting mode, 1080p video, Compact, sleek design
Excellent shooting performance; great LCD; stereo mic; 10x zoom in an attractive compact body

Reviewers Didn't Like

Few manual options, No grid lines, No dedicated battery charger, Output compartment door seems flimsy, Charging port is difficult to reach, Below-average battery life, Hard-to-reach on/off button, Soft corners at wide-angle, Bright chromatic aberration
Some corner softness, Does not stitch photos in-camera
Lack of manual controls
No manual adjustments, Videos can be shaky, Limited battery life
Soft photos on either side of ISO 200; white balance is a little off; no manual or semimanual shooting modes

Expert reviews and ratings

The S8100 is an absolute joy to use. It looks fantastic and provides quality, detailed images that don’t disappoint. If your budget can stretch, then it’s a must-have Overall Our provides the latest photography news, reviews, previews,...

By Digital Camera Buyer on April 01, 2011

The Nikon Coolpix S8100 is an impressive compact camera that is packed with features, and most importantly delivers great photo quality in practically all situations. The camera offers an impressive full HD video mode, that allows use of optical zoom,...

By ePHOTOzine on March 01, 2011

The Nikon S8100 is responsive, easy to use and has a nice screen. However, the BSI CMOS sensor seems to have given Nikon a false sense of security, as picture quality at high ISO settings is surprisingly disappointing. Plus, the stabilised 30-300 mm...

By DigitalVersus on March 01, 2011

Although it's not stuffed to overflowing with technology, the Nikon Coolpix S8100 has all the essentials, plus a few features that help you get decent shots in tricky situations, notably in low light and fast action situations.It is in many respects...

By TechRadar on February 18, 2011

A worthwhile update to the excellent S8000, with Full HD video and excellent image quality...

By PC Pro on February 11, 2011

Although it’s not stuffed to overflowing with technology, the Nikon S8100 has all the essentials, plus a 10x zoom lens and a few features that help you get decent shots in tricky situations, notably in low light and fast action situations. It is...

By PhotoRadar on February 03, 2011

The Jessops exclusive Nikon COOLPIX S8100 has some impressive specs on paper, from the 12MP sensor through to the 10x optical zoom lens with five kinds of anti-shake technology.Nikon COOLPIX S8100 review - Features There are, of course, plenty of...

By What Digital Camera on January 26, 2011

The Nikon Coolpix S8100 is a 12.1-megapixel digital camera with an advanced CMOS sensor and a 10x optical zoom. You also get speedy performance and a large LCD display, including 1080p video recording and a flashy, portable design. Image quality...

By TechReviewSource on January 17, 2011

With fast performance, good photos, and an excellent feature-to-price ratio, the Nikon Coolpix S8100 is a compact megazoom worth...

By cnet on January 12, 2011

Offering a whole heap of shooting modes and generally good image quality, the S8100 is a tempting proposition for those looking for a 10x optical zoom...

By CNET Australia on December 08, 2010

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