Nikon's super slim, clearly brilliant COOLPIX S8000 combines 14.2 effective megapixels with an incredible 10x optical Zoom-NIKKOR ED glass lens for stunning prints as large as 16x20 inches.
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COOLPIX S8000
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Nice camera but with flaws...
I grade myself as more than just a budding photographer. Using many other brands besides Nikon and including "SLR" & Digital cameras the last 50 years. This camera has nice battery life with easy charging features. The placement of the flash is the worst possible location and I miss some shots because of my finger holding the camera keeping the flash from popping up to be used. I have cataracts and the small icon in the viewing screen are hard to interpret. Annoying to have my com[puter software be hijacked by the Nikon viewing software that comes with free trial to evaluate with the camera. When it expired it was difficult to view pictures on my computer anymore in any software program because it took the default picture viewer from being selectable on my XP system. The LCD screen is nice size but impossible to see in full daylight. Even with cupping and using ones for me it was un viewable. I beleive the majority of other flat viewing screen digitals have the same issue. At least all my other digital cameras have that issue. Plan on purchasing extra memory card as the camera memory is very limited plus the memory card included if you prefer higher resolution pictures won't take many. I wish the plug in cord for using to view on your tv was couple of feet longer so person running system wasn't forced to sit on top of tv to show pictures with ease directly from the camera. Would I purchase this camera again. YES!. At the price I paid for it I consider it a farily decent camera for the price and it takes much better dusk shots (and early dwn shots) than any others camera I have ever owned without requring a tripad. Dont' get me wrong. A tripod is still recommended for the high ISO exposures but I was impressed with the hand held results in very subdued lighting. I did go off Auto to get those shots. My thughts are candid and to the point as much as I can honestly be. Thanks for reading. Fullstall
July 23, 2010
GREAT CAMERA
Easy to use, great pictures and samll enough to carry in a purse.
July 23, 2010
Excellent versatility!
My new Nikon S8000 is the perfect blend of performance, quality, and compactness. This camera has great resolution, excellent zoom capabilities, and is easy to use.
The enhanced metering system allows experienced photographers the opportunities to dial-in the perfect exposure every time.
This is a great product. I recommend this to anyone who is looking to step-up their compact digital photos.
July 23, 2010
One small flaw
Love this camera, it has so many great features, great macro, very nice optical zoom, easy, intuitive controls etc etc. For me, the only flaw is the pop-up flash....hate it!!! 9 times out of 10 it fails to open because it is located right where I hold the camera! So far this hasn't resulted in any lost shots, I just worry a little about it eventually breaking mechanism.
July 23, 2010
Really blows competition away. Would buy again.
In short, AWESOME VR, excellent macro mode, and Auto gets things right on the first try. Slim for a 10x, and super sharp brilliant screen. I've dropped mine twice and its fine. It goes everywhere my DSLR doesnt.
I acquired this camera before the store put one on display, and no looking back. I have used it in many situations, and other than the limitations you expect from a point and shoot compared to DSLR, I am very pleased. Simply put, exposures come out more consistantly, with true to life colors.
I tried out the competition with a memory card, and down to the pixel level, images are cleaner than the competing 14x Canon or 10x Sony.
The optical stabilizer (VR) is simply the BEST when compared to other point and shoots. In fact, I often find that I am able to set a lower ISO than what AutoISO chooses and let VR take care of the longer hand held shutter speeds.
Macro is great, you can see fibers and textures super close.
Playback mode can review photos by date on a calandar.
Shortcomings are minimal. The competing 14x Canon does seem more tailored for video, but have fun with those awkward controls. On the S8000, again Nikon ergonomics win. You'll get used to the pop-up flash location everyone keeps talking about.
The 14MP looks pretty good, but dont be surprised if they get fuzzy pretty quickly as the ISO goes up in different situations. This is inescapable for all point and shoots, and Nikons processing seems to do a nice job balancing noise and sharpness. Its just debatable whether these sensor resolutions are getting out of hand for marketing reasons. Megapixels dont matter at higher ISOs on point and shoots. It would have been interesting to see a step down in favor of high iso performance.
On S8000 you have to switch macro mode on and off. Dont forget to shut it off after! The competition recognizes macro automatically. Whether the S8000 should have auto macro mode or not is debatable.
35mm equivalent 30-300mm zoom. Awesome range, would be cool to have slightly wider for landscapes.
July 23, 2010
nice features
Great camera, the best one I have ever owned. Many nice features, easy to use, good size, great zoom.
July 23, 2010
Great lens range and superior low light photos.
The Nikon Coolpix S8000 is a great little camera that is packed with features that work just right for me. I really like the long zoom lens and the cameras high quality low light performance. And it is easy to use with buttons that are sized well for easy use.
One note for potential buyers - Buy a protective display screen film kit and install it right away. The display screen is not recessed and scratches VERY easily.
July 23, 2010
Great Pics Video problems
I loved the pictures. I thought the compact size is great. The only draw back with this camera is the noise the lenses make when recording videos.
July 23, 2010
nice for quick pictures, no manual controls
The camera is nice for a point and shoot for most situations but they eliminated the manual controls for any creativity.
Camera also is not well protected from the environment. I had to pay $150 to have the lens assembly replaced after dirt from a dust storm got inside the mechanism.
July 23, 2010
BEST CAMERA I HAVE EVER BOUGHT! :)
"The Nikon S8000 is a great and superb digital camera. The pictures are super sharp and clear and the LCD resolution screen is huge! The 720P video is great! It is so sharp and clear that you can see every single color and object in the video and picture! I love this digital camera and the features on this camera is great and so easy to use! I would definitely recommend this camera to all my friends and family and everyone who is looking to buy a great digital camera. Look no further and buy this Nikon S8000 camera now! This is a great high resolution, easy to use, sharp and clear picture and video camera. I love it and I will definitely keep this camera! Thank you Nikon for a great digital camera!"
July 23, 2010
this camera has everything
small size,great zoom,sharp lens and short lag time. I've put all my other cameras away!
July 23, 2010
Great camera!
My Nikon S8000 is a great little camera! I am very pleased with the clarity and the natural color of the photos, all of the functions available and the ease with which to navigate those functions, the speed of the second shot, the size of the case and the vividness of the zoom photos. I am learning when to recharge the battery so as not to be surprised by a depleted one. The smart portrait function is amazing! The only downsides I have are the location of the pop-up flash - my finger is always in the way, but I am trying to retrain myself, and the covers on the AV/Out and battery compartment seem inadequate, but hopefully they will withstand the test. Overall I am very pleased with my choice and would highly recommend my friends and family to purchase the same. Thanks, Nikon!
July 23, 2010
Great Camera! Lots of options for a Point & Shoot
This little camera is very intuitive to use. I was very surprised at how many options are available to use on this camera. Lots of features only found in a regular DSLR. Very easy to use, even with big hands.
July 23, 2010
Do not spend money on this camera.
I do not recommend this product. I bought this camera right before I studied abroad in Europe. The third day I was in London and my new expensive camera started to say "lens error" and when I turned it on the lens would only come out half way and then turn off. After about a day of trying to fix it with Nikon's instructions online, I had to spend money to buy a new camera because there was no way I was not going to have a camera in Europe.
For the first two days, when it did work, when taking a picture the flash would always pop up and hit my finger. Also, when other people took pictures of me the flash would pop up and hit their finger, even if I said something. It is just placed in a bad spot. It was a little annoying. Then I had to spend more money sending it in to Nikon when I got home.
All in all, I loved my new camera (not a Nikon) I bought because it was smaller and easier to use The pictures actually look better than the, over double the price S8000's, pictures I have from the first two days.
I purchased this product because in the past my parents have had Nikon's for a long time. If your like me and just want a camera for memories when on vacations and with family/friends; If your going to buy a Nikon, purchase a less expensive one where the flash doesn't pop up and hit your finger when taking a picture.
July 23, 2010
An excellent camera with outstanding features
I have owned the S8000 for about a month and have used it just about everywhere and it's perfromance has been above my expectations. I was however disappointed with it performance to do movies under low light conditions. Other than that it is a very good deal!
July 23, 2010
This product takes great pictures.
It is okay if you do not publish my review, but please read it. The one feature that is missing: a viewfinder. Photographing on a bright day is a hit or miss experience. Also, because I'm spoiled by Sony's method of providing minutes left on the battery for the mode being used, I'm frustrated when the battery runs out of charge and I haven't even noticed the recharge signal.
July 23, 2010
Outstanding Little Camera
This is my third small digital camera and it is so much better than the previous two. The small size makes it convenient to use, the view screen is bright enough to actually be usable in sunlight (as was not the case with the other two small digital cameras). The photos are sharp, the image stabilizer works wonders, it is easy to use, and, so far, one of the most reliable cameras I have ever owned. I have two digital SLRs (both Nikons) and I love them, but for travel, this little camera is fantastic. In fact, the overall quality of photos produced by the S8000 seem to be just about as good as the SLRs. That, however, might have something to do with my ability rather than the camers.
I highly recommend the S8000.
July 23, 2010
Good quality, slow camera
My wife and I chose the Nikon over several other cameras after comparing features and prices. We were replacing our Canon PowerShot, which didn't like being dropped on concrete. We liked the Canon, but were attracted to the 10x zoom and ease of use of the Nikon. Too bad we didn't do more research.
While it does take excellent photos, and we like the 10x zoom, it takes an inordinately long amount of time to take a photo. As another reviewer pointed out, it's impossible to take a "quick picture". It takes a very long time for the camera to take a picture after you turn it on, and it often means we miss the shot. It also takes a long time to take a 2nd shot, and all of these delays become even longer when you use the zoom. It can be very frustrating.
As a result, I cannot recommend this camera. If your primary use is to take pictures of your kids, run away from this camera! Your kids will move 1000x faster than this camera, and you will wish (like us) that your camera wasn't always moving in slow-motion.
July 23, 2010
Nice compact camera w/ good picture quality
Nice compact camera w/ good picture quality. Starts up fast and responds fairly fast. The biggest drawback would be the flash position. You need to watch how you hold the camera so you don't keep the flash from popping up. Overall, I like the camera.
July 23, 2010
Great camera
The zoom is very good for a camera this size.
Clear pictures. Quick response.
I would have the flash in a different area. Sometimes my fingers were blocking the flash to pop up.
The price is right considering the features of this camera.
July 23, 2010
Just what I needed
Just what I needed to accompany my D300 and when I don't have the D300 with me. The s 8000 accompanies me now where ever I go and I love that fact that is fully automated. No fuss just set it up the way I want to and take some amazing casual images, just a real fun camera.
July 23, 2010
Easy to use
Was a Sony person also but now sold on Nikon!
Great camera so far.
Only issue is the pop up flash..my finger is usually in the way but I'm getting used to a different grip on the camera.
July 23, 2010
Pros: long battery life, lightweight, high quality pictures, continuous mode, manual iso, wb presets, scene modes, high zoom
Cons: occasional low quality pictures, slow startup and shot to shot time
I already own a Nikon SLR (D5000) and bought this to bring on hikes and to events and such because it was a lot smaller. I am very happy with this camera, it overall has good quality pictures, many options and preferences, the menus are easy to navigate, and it has a long battery life. My only complaint is that often when I am taking a sweep panorama, the photos don't come out clear.
July 23, 2010
99% Great!
I love my S8000, my 3rd Nikon point-and-shoot. I won't waste space praising it's great design, quality or features. My only criticisms are the placement of the popup flash (gets me every time), and the lack of battery level indicator on the main screen (also gets me every time). Carry a spare battery and keep your finger off the flash, and you'll be delighted.
July 23, 2010
Recommended with reservations
Very compact for a 10x zoom, slightly awkward feature placement (flash on top under natural finger resting position, stereo microphones on top rather than on front).
Camera startup time is good, but you need to give the camera an extra second to meter the scene in non-flash daylight shots otherwise you'll get overexposed shots. Once you get used to the cameras limitations as a point and shoot, and pick the right scene modes when auto won't cut it, you'll get some great images.
July 22, 2010
Great!
I love love love this camera, the quality is amazing, the buffer is quick, plus is very stylish.
The fact that allows you to zoom into the subject without losing any quality is great.
July 20, 2010
Overall Good
I have always been a Sony person and switched this time to the new Coolpix S8000 Nikon. The overall pictures are great. Some minor complaints that I have is the flash how it pops up where your finger is and having to manually close it all the time. Additionally I find when you first power it on and want to quick take a picture it takes its time to find the right setting instead of quickly taking the picture. When I'm using the auto scene setting sometimes the picture doesn't come out very good. Having issues with my kids pictures since they move and most pictures seem to turn out blury.
July 15, 2010
Fantastic Camera
After comparing other point and shoot camera's from various other companies, I decided the Nikon S8000 was the better choice for the money and features offered. All I can say is that I wasn't let down as this camera is great, the picture quality and video quality is extremely nice. The Macro mode is unbelievable at the level of detail and clarity that you can get, and the 10x Optical zoom is nice!
Accessing the various menu/mode options is easy enough to use and access.
The only downside I've found is a high pitched sound when playing back a video on my t.v. Now having said that, it's not really noticeable unless you turn the volume way way up and then specifically listen for it. I only took notice of it cause I saw a few video reviews elsewhere that noted they could hear it, otherwise I would not have noticed it myself. Nonetheless though this is a really good camera and you definitely won't be disappointed with it or the picture quality.
July 14, 2010
Great camera
This camera is great for people who want to be able to take it out and get that picture instantly because of it's amazingly fast start up time. You just point and shoot and you have a pic you can get blown up because of the fourteen mega-pixels. I love it.
July 9, 2010
Excellent Product by Nikon
Hi All, this is a Excellent Product by Nikon..... In a small and handy camera. I tried it and the results are excellent. I would recommend all of you those who want small handy cameras for them.. Go for it. It's great... Thanks Nikon for such a wonderful camera.... Looking forward for some more good cameras from you in near future....
July 9, 2010
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Every time I try to take a picture the camera turns itself off. I have changed batteries and charged the new one but the camera conitnues to turn off..
1 month, 3 weeks ago
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I updated the firmware to 1.1, did a reset all and it sloved my problem.May 22, 2012 by
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Anonymous
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Travel
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Please reset the camera to default settings: Go to MENU > Setup > Reset All. Also, that you have the correct option selected for the Charge by computer, MENU > SETUP MENU > Charge by Computer. If the problem persists you will need to send the camera to be evaluated.Title: How do I get my Nikon product serviced?
URL: http://support.nikontech.com/cgi-bi...
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The camera won't acess the flash setting while in regular mode, is there a way to correct without taking it in?
It works in all other modes, just not the normal point and shoot. It's permanently in the off position.
1 year, 4 months ago
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Ax5tin
USA
Location :
USA
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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Please reset the camera to default settings:Go to MENU > Setup > Reset All
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Can't download pictures onto my comptuer, I have window XP, the screen pops up but all it does is search.
1 year, 3 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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Please install the latest version for View NX 2 in your computer that will allow you to download the photos and verify the XP version you have. Also, try transferring the photos using the internal memory of the camera.Answer Title: Nikon View NX - 2.1.1
Answer Link: http://support.nikonusa.com/app/ans...
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the front lens cover for my S8000 Coolpix is jammed and won't open/close all the way, how do I get this fixed?
1 year, 3 months ago
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Anonymous
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You are welcome to send your camera for evaluation and repair.Title: How do I get my Nikon product serviced?
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The screen viewer shakes...is this an easy repair? It takes clear pictures just the screen is shaking while you are trying to take the picture
1 year, 2 months ago
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K
USA
Location :
USA
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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If you are referring to the VR option verify that is ON or OFF (see page# 133). If it’s the LCD screen that is loose you will need to send it for service.1 year, 2 months ago
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Anonymous
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You just need to press the recording button to pause and then again to continue.
My Coolpix S8000 camera has been dead for about a month. When I hook it up to the computer to charge, the green light flashes for a few minutes and then goes off. However, the on/off button stays lit up. My computer recognizes the camera and I am able to download the pictures on it. The camera has been plugged into the computer for about four hours, but once unmounted from the computer, still will not turn on. Does this mean I need a new battery?
1 year, 2 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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If you can download the images with the same cable, the USB cable is not the issue, make sure that the "charge by PC" option is set correctly in your setup menu.Has staff answer
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My flash doesnt go down anymore, even if I push it it just stays up.
1 year, 1 month ago
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Cp
Lansing,Michigan
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Lansing,Michigan
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Occasional user, memory keeper
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You are welcome to send your camera in order to be evaluated by a technician.Title: How do I get my Nikon product serviced?
URL: http://support.nikontech.com/cgi-bi...
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I have the CD with my Nikon S8000. I could not find the Panorama maker tool driver in that CD. so can you please tell me the driver name & where I can
find that
1 year ago
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Harshal
Manchester
Location :
Manchester
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Landscape
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Panorama maker is from Arcsoft.Has staff answer
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why does my Nikon s8000 give me an error message when i try to take a photo saying "this card cannot be used".
this message appears almost always and i cannot take a photo. I've replaced the memory card with a new card. it i keep turning it off and on it will eventually take one shot but then back to the message regarding the memory card. thank you.
1 year ago
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Anonymous
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Please reset the camera to default settings: Go to MENU > Setup > Reset AllIf the problem persists you will need to send your camera for service in order to be evaluated by one of our techs.
Title: How do I get my Nikon product serviced?
URL: http://support.nikontech.com/cgi-bi...
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