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Nikon Coolpix S52c

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35th	of 41	in $0 - $200
57th	of 74	in 9 & 10 Megapixels
79th	of 97	in Ultra Compact

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Editors' Comments

Nikon's Coolpix S52c is an identical twin to the Coolpix S52, except that it features built-in WiFi capability. This WiFi connection allows S52c users to upload their photos to Nikon's online My Picturetown service on the fly, so long as a wireless network is available. Beyond the WiFi capability, the S52c is a stylish supercompact digital that offers a 9-megapixel sensor paired with a 3x optically stabilized zoom lens. The camera also offers a respectable 100-3200 ISO range, allowing it to take good snapshots in dim light. A bevy of pre-programmed scene modes should appeal to casual photographers who just want to set it and forget it, though it lacks manual controls for more experimental users. Of further note is its all metal construction, which feels great in the hand and bespeaks a certain dedication to quality.

Specifications

9.0 Megapixels
3x optical zoom
Wireless B/G networking & connection to My Picturetown
Movie mode with Sound
JPEG file format
Optical Image Stabilization
Auto focus
Auto exposure
ISO 100-3200
3.0-inch LCD display
Secure Digital and SDHC memory storage (38mb internal)
Proprietary Lithium-ion battery

Product Information

Manufacturer	Nikon
Part Number	COOLPIXS52
UPC	018208094981
Release Date	Apr 27, 2008

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Nikon Coolpix S52c Comments & Questions (write your own!)

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Why comes with a small 3x optical zoom instead of at least a 5x optical zoom? (EliS52c — 06/03/2008)

New camera but not so competitive optical zoom, Why?

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by James DeRuvo (06/04/2008)

Because people are obsessed with smaller, lighter cameras. The smaller and lighter it gets, the more compromises must be made to accomodate the demand. Which is why these ultra compact cameras have stayed around 3x.

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Nikon S52c vs. Olympus Stylus 1010????? (EliS52c — 06/03/2008)

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by James DeRuvo (06/04/2008)

Head over to for this resource ( imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP... ). It takes pictures with each and you can compare them side by side. They don't have the S52c or the 1010, but they have similar models in the S51C and the Stylus 1030. This will give you a "ballpark" impression of how the product line performs by comparison.

Doing that and I see the Nikon S50c line is by and large much sharper, brighter and more colorful than the Stylus line which has soft focus and relatively bland colors.

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Can I transfer the pic wirelessly from the camera to Network attached storage (http or ftp) & bypass PicTown? (ssp — 08/28/2008)

Was wondering if I can transfer the pictures wirelessly (with my house wifi network) to a NAS -network attached storage- also in my house, or let's say to a http or ftp OTHER than Picture Town? Does it keeps the originals in the card?
This is all in relation to teh Nikon Coolpix S52c wireless capabilities.

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Aditya D (09/09/2008)

From my knowledge, and the manual, it looks like you can only go through PicTown or through an email to send the pictures to someone else (or yourself). The way the software is designed, I don't think it has the capability to download anywhere else without modifying the software. Also, be cautious that the resolution is almost cut in half when you're transferring the photos wireless. Though it may be fast and a nice solution to photo transferring and uploading, I think you're better off just putting the card into the computer and downloading the picture directly. You'll save resolution, and be able to transfer them as you like.

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by James DeRuvo (09/09/2008)

And IIRC, you don't actually get the picture as an email attachment, but a download link.

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would you get this camera or the Nikon S60 or Canon SD880IS (inmotives — 10/02/2008)

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Aditya D (10/07/2008)

Personally, I would get the SD880, because of the wide angle capability, and the superior picture quality of the 880. The SD880 is also an extending lens camera, so it is more prone to breaking (though its still made strong), but it will also focus and capture a picture much faster than the S52 and S60, which have stacked lenses.

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by James DeRuvo (10/09/2008)

Agreed. Although I wouldn't get a 10MP camera unless it had a larger censor, like the G9. with that much mp, you'll end up with more noise crashing the party in low light and high ISOs. Not to mention outside of 6mp, you wouldn't even see the advantage of all that MP until you hit sizes over 8x10. How often will you do that?

Don't fall into the "more megapixels is better" trap. It isn't.

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Will Robertson (11/15/2008)

Depends on who will be using the camera, under what conditions. With the external zoom The SD880 is more of a traditional camera, whereas with the internal zoom the s52c is more like a super high quality cell phone camera. Both are good. Neither is great. That is not a harsh judgement ... I don't want to lug my D80 around on my road bike, but the s52c fits nicely in a jersey pocket. And it uploads photos at the coffee shop, so that my ride pictures are posted to the web before the ride actually ends. (If you want a camera for RAGBRAI, this is it ... assuming wi-fi access has improved a little bit in Iowa these days.)

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how can we know that it is the original(Nicon) camara (SR — 12/03/2008)

How can we know that the camaras are being sold are brand of Nicon company or they are dublicate ? How can we identify this?

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by James DeRuvo (12/12/2008)

Counterfeit batteries are prevalent. Counterfeit cameras are non existent. A Nikon is a Nikon. But you could call the company and give them the serial number to confirm.

But what you should be wary of is so-called "grey market" ( en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grey_... ) merchandise.

If something is gray market, it means that - although you may have gotten a great deal on it - it doesn't come with a warranty that will be honored here in this country, software is also missing, the manual, and other important accessories.

So, you may have bought something that is considered a "steal of a deal," but if something goes wrong with the camera, you may find yourself sending it overseas to repair or pay to have it fixed yourself. As such, stick with major vendors like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy or even Nikon itself.

Be warned.

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How can we know that it is the original(Nikon) camera ? (SR — 12/03/2008)

How can we know that the camaras are being sold in the market is the original product of Nikon Company or the duplicate ? Means how can we identify the original product of Nikon(camera Brand) ?

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by James DeRuvo (12/12/2008)

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abc (02/08/2010)

I don't know why my nikon have error "lens cover error". Can any one help me, what should I do ?

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by James DeRuvo (02/10/2010)

Could just be a spec of dust or two preventing the cover from closing. Get a can of air and hit the cover in short, targeted bursts. That should clean it out.

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Nikon Coolpix S52c Reviews

Nikon Coolpix S52c Reviews by Digital Camera-HQ Users

5.0 out of 5

Back to the days when cameras were about taking pictures (Will Robertson — 11/16/2008)

Here is a camera that you can hand off to a kid, your grandmother, or possibly a well trained chimp. Set the mode to "Sports" if you want no noticeable shutter lag and quick autofocus. Sit back, and, for the first time you will see pictures of yourself. Imagine that ... pictures with YOU in them, because of the no-fuss ways of the s52c. Before you get any older, get one of these nifty things. Keep your D80 for yourself.
And if this weren't easy enough, all the pictures are uploaded to the web during the recharge cycle. Yes, they are downsized, and it takes about a minute per photo. But, if the kid,grandmother, or chimp manages to lose or destroy this camera and flash card, you still have the prints.
This camera is exactly what it is designed to be. And the picture quality is not bad at all, in fact sometimes pretty darn good.

4.3125 out of 5

Rating: 4.31 of 5 (40 user reviews)

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