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Nikon Coolpix S50
Nikon Coolpix S50
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HQ Grade: B-
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
"I am happy to own it"
  • 5 out of 5
"great camera"
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Answered Questions for the Nikon S50

Q: Made in Japan? Why more expensive that newer models?
A: It really just depends on the company... there is no real standard... Made technically means... read more
Q: I can't seem to resolve blurry images with my S50. I've tried shortening the shutter speed, but it results in pixelated photos.
A: Jim,A shortened shutter speed shouldn't result in pixelated photos unless you're shooting in very low... read more
Q: I have a Nikon S50 and the autofocus sometimes works well but tne next picture it does not
A: Hi Antonio,What is the light like in the room where you're shooting these photos? Low... read more
Q: I saw some reviews on Nikon S5, views are not looking that good, How S50 is better than S5?
A: Hi Manish,The main benefits that the S50 has over the S5 are: 1) higher resolution... read more
Q: I have Windows 98SE. It doesnt recognize this camera. It did recognize my old S3. Is there a driver I can use or any tips to get it to recognize it?
A: Hmm. I'm assuming it's the fact that it's a newer camera which is keeping 98... read more
Q: How does this camera compare with the Canon SD1000 (in particular noise and focus)
A: Boy, in terms of image quality, these are awfully similar. From the images I've seen... read more
Q: Can you upload your own music mp3s into your s50 for the Pictmotion function? And if so, how does one do that? Thanks
A: Page 59 of the manual states that user-defined music tracks can be transferred from a... read more
Q: Is the Nikon s50 worth about $250.
A: Yes, I bought my S50 for 280 which seemed the slightest bit expensive for the... read more
Q: Does this have a panoramic assist?
A: It sure does! Here's the press release (bottom of the two cameras, under "Scene Modes... read more
Q: My lens cover won't come up when I turn off the camera, which is disabling me from using the whole camera. How do I get it back up?
A: There's a similar thread here.Summing up, it seems the design is prone to dirt and... read more
Q: Where can I find the Nikon S50 in Vancouver, British Columbia Canada?
A: BLACK'S CAMERAS700 W. GEORGIA ST. BOX 10042VANCOUVER, BC. V7Y 1A1(604) 684-2467... read more
Q: Any suggestions for reducing the noise/white spots in nighttime images?
A: There's really no way of doing what you ask. The flash on the camera is... read more
Q: what kind of memory card is compatible with the nikon coolpix s50?
A: Hi Stacey,The S50 uses the Secure Digital (SD) card format. For that format, I'd recommend... read more

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