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Note: This camera was first sold in Mar 2005. It has been replaced by the Nikon S50.
Nikon Coolpix S1
Nikon Coolpix S1
D
HQ Grade: D
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 4 out of 5
"So Far So Good!"
  • 4 out of 5
"Works great.Great size.LOVE IT!"
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Nikon Coolpix S1 Reviews

  • 3.69 out of 5

Rating: 3.69 of 5
(219 user reviews)

Professional Reviews of the Nikon S1

  • 3 out of 5
Great for ease of use, compact size (Steve's Digicams - 11/10/05)

Steve's Digicams gives the S1 an exhaustive review. Plenty of coverage of the camera's features inside, a great resource if you're interested in the Nikon S1. read original review

  • 4 out of 5
An Imaging Resource "Pick" (Imaging Resource - 11/10/05)

Imaging Resource has some concerns, but likes the S1 enough to make it one of their "picks." read original review

  • 3 out of 5
You might want to shop around (DC Resource - 11/10/05)

DC Resource puts the S1 through its heavy duty testing and is ultimately underwhelmed. Check out why. read original review

  • 2.5 out of 5
Not Convinced (CNET - 11/10/05)

This CNET reviewer isn't exactly convinced that the S1 is the best ultracompact on the market. read original review

Nikon S1 Reviews by DigitalCamera-HQ Users

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  • 4 out of 5
So Far So Good! (James Wolfe - 6/10/07)

My S1 is approx 1 year old. Purchased because of size, weight, and name. I am probably a C- caliber photographer. Take pics to refresh... read more

  • 4 out of 5
Works great.Great size.LOVE IT! (lauren - 4/21/07)

i think its a great camera it has always worked great for me (and believe me it has been dropped from many hands!)i never had... read more

  • 4 out of 5
Awesome ( - 5/15/06)

Awesome camera at this price, too light and very portable, easy to use and carry. Only thing, its very-2 delicate. Single drop from anyone's hand... read more

  • 4 out of 5
good ( - 4/21/06)

this camera is a very good tool for me being away from home i get to snap quick pics and enjoy them in high resolution!read more

  • 4 out of 5
People DROP the camera & COMPLAIN it stops working? ( - 3/29/06)

It amazes me that there are such cry baby consumers out there who do not know how to intelligently take care of consumer electronics and... read more

  • 4 out of 5
care for what you're about to capture. ( - 3/24/06)

For any camera, if it's too slim, it's difficult to hold with one hand and keep it steady, and the end result is blurry picture. read more

  • 4 out of 5
Only 2 limitations ( - 11/1/05)

This is an amazing little camera. The picture quality is excellent. The size and shape make it the perfect camera to take anywhere in your... read more

  • 4 out of 5
A good one ( - 5/25/05)

It's cool, good looking, very stylish. Images are good enough for a ultra compact camera. LCD is large, large fonts, a little bit bright under... read more

  • 4 out of 5
Very good ( - 5/11/05)

First of all, the opinions "Numero Uno" and "Fantastic camera" were posted before the camera came out (May 1), so they are either accidentally referring... read more

  • 4 out of 5
Incredible Point and Shoot ( - 5/6/05)

I'm into film myself, so I only chose a digital because I needed a point and shoot that was slightly more convenient than a bulky... read more

  • 3 out of 5
Black Death & Lens Cover error (Sandi - 8/29/08)

OK I purchased 2 nikons s1 and s3 for my daughters within 6months of each other, with my eldest blaming my youngest for breaking both... read more

  • 3 out of 5
not that bad (victor david - 12/15/06)

i have been using this cam for quite some time now and i am quite satisfied wiht it. it works perfectly in daylight but in... read more

  • 3 out of 5
When it works it's great ( - 6/19/06)

I bought mine a year ago and at first was very impressed - but I took it on holiday and when I started to use... read more

  • 3 out of 5
Problems ( - 6/19/06)

The first S1 I purchased worked for only 2 pictures and the lens would not open. The camerea was replaced and the 1 gb chip... read more

  • 3 out of 5
Just bought one ( - 5/15/06)

If you set the White Balance to cloudy. The indoor pictures come out great.I like what I see so far. You would figure that they... read more

  • 3 out of 5
Nice Outdoors, Poor Indoor Picture Quality ( - 1/9/06)

Indoors, this camera does not perform. Photos are grainy, blurry and dark. Outdoors, the camera performs well and the small size makes it possible to... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Nikon S1 - great compact camera (pops - 7/15/09)

Paid about £200 in 2005/6, now can be picked up for about £80.
Fantastic compact camera, small and practle, easy to use, great battery life. read more

  • 5 out of 5
Superb,stylish camera (P Ramejkis - 2/26/09)

I bought this camera and 2 spare batteries second hand. In the 18 months that I've owned it I have not had a problem of... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Brill pics ( - 7/17/06)

Carry it everywhere, including camping and Hiking.
Had none of the problems experienced by others, and for its size, the pictures and quality are superb.read more

  • 5 out of 5
soo... cool. specialy the scene modes ( - 5/15/06)

very cool camera thin .its what people would wantread more

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