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Note: This camera was first sold in Sep 2005. It has been replaced by the Nikon S50.
Nikon Coolpix S3

Nikon Coolpix S3

  • 4 out of 5
"dont be decieved by what others say. . . very good camera!"
  • 2 out of 5
"Coolpix S3 - poor autofocus"
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Answered Questions for the S3

Q: s3----flashing clock symbol on lcd, what does it mean
A: The flashing clock, I believe, means your date and time have not been set. You should be able to go... read more
Q: to put pictures on the computer what do i need?
A: A USB cord can be had at Wal-Mart, Staples, Best Buy, etc. The end that fits the PC is about... read more
Q: Is there a way I could re-set my Nikon S3 to its original factory settings?
A: Yes, here's how to do it: In Playback mode push the Menu button and choose the first option called Setup. read more

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Open Questions for the S3

Q: Can I use a SB-800 in high speed sinc mode with an S3?
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More than just a pretty face, the Nikon S3 has a lot to offer the substance conscious photographer who likes to have some fun. The Nikon Coolpix S3 is the kind of ultracompact that can give you what you need in a camera and also make your friends jealous. The tiny profile and feather weight make it perfect for situations where you want to have a camera... read more

Specifications

  • 6 megapixels
  • 3x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
  • 1 EN-EL8 rechargeable battery

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  • 3.62 out of 5

Average rating based on 53 total reviews: 3.62/5

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  • 4 out of 5
dont be decieved by what others say. . . very good camera! (ryan - 1/22/08)

reading on the reviews of others, i nearly believed that this xcamera sucks. . but the moment i got hold of it, it proved them... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Coolpix S3 - poor autofocus (Matt Grant - 4/4/07)

I have had many cameras and my main one is a Canon EOS10D DSLR. I bought the S3 for normal day to day use and... read more

  • 3 out of 5
after one Year and more then 1000 photos (Adel Abadir - 1/17/07)

Good, but unexpected damage , i lost all the icons in the menu , so i sent the camera to the Agent and they have... read more

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