Not quite as good as I hoped... | Nikon Coolpix S52c 9MP Digital Camera Zoom with 3x Optical Vibration...

A Jack of All Trades | Nikon Coolpix S52c 9MP Digital Camera Zoom with 3x Optical Vibration Reduction Zoom with Wi-Fi (Vibrant Black)

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	• Nikon Coolpix S52c 9MP Digital Camera Zoom with 3x Optical Vibration Reduction Zoom with Wi-Fi (Vibrant Black) Nikon Nikon average customer review:based on 8 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

I love this camera

This camera has an incredible set of features for the price. It takes great pictures and is fast. The only issue I have with it is the wireless. In the advertising they make it sound like you can upload the pictures directly to your PC and that isn't true, you have to set it up to go through a web site then copy to your PC. other than that, greta camera, good price, excellent quality.

Not quite as good as I hoped...

On the good side, the photos I've taken with this so far are great. Nice colors, sharp, and low noise. I have no complaints as far as this unit's actual functioning as a picture taking machine. And, as others have said, its really small, and the whole lens is internal to the camera body - it doesn't telescope outwards like some other competing models which keeps the unit thin, even while in use.

But a few things dissapointed me - none are deal breakers, but...

* Camera connects to computer via USB interface, but the connector on the camera is not a standard USB or mini-USB connector. Instead have to use proprietary cable included with the camera.

* The menu system is a bit odd - its not unlearnable, but its not all that intuitive at first either.

* The materials used on the exterior of the camera a) are slippery - the strap is definetly needed - and b) are all glossy or shiny, so fingerprint very easily. Its pretty much impossible to touch the camera without leaving visible fingerprints and smudges. Couple that with some buttons and other controls that really are just too small (and I don't have large hands), and I think it leaves a bit to be desired, ergonomically speaking.

* The lens cover does not close when in playback (not shooting) mode - seems like it should - especially because a couple of buttons are located in the perfect position to lead to accidently touching the lens.

* The color is listed as "black", but its really a dark brown, and when the sun hits it the brown comes out a lot more. If that's important to you, be forwarned. It seems like the s52 (not the s52c model reviewed here) is available in a color that is actually black, but the s52c is not.

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A Jack of All Trades

A huge step up from my previous camera, Canon S80. I use this camera for work and the image quality is much improved. I was attracted to this camera for it large screen and "Slim, stylish all-metal design". The screen size is excellent, but I'm not sure what Nikon means by all-metal design. Maybe the chassis is all metal, but the case is plastic. In any event, the S52c is very slim which gives me the covert abilities sometimes needed to get the job done. The reasonably fast rate of shutter operation is welcome as well. The biggest selling point for me was that there are no moving/ telescopic parts at extend if the camera accidentally turns on in your pocket. Overall, this camera is excellent for a point-and-shoot and I look forward hopefully toward many years of service.

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Shoot and share in fabulous style with this chic 9 megapixel camera with distinctive wave-surface body design. The wireless (Wi-Fi) connect function lets you connect quickly and easily to Nikon's Internet based photo service, my Picturetown, for safe and secure online sharing and storage options. A generous 3-inch LCD monitor makes it a joy to compose and shoot special moments, and then share the results with the people around you. The COOLPIX S52c is designed for sharing.

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