Nikon Coolpix S50c

Latest Review at Macworld (added 10 October ‘07)

Nikon Coolpix S50c features:

• 7.1 megapixels
• 3x zoom
• 3.0-inch LCD
• Optical image stabilization
• ISO range from 100 to 1600

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Macworld - 10 October’07 - reviews the Nikon Coolpix S50c and thinks the camera is not impressive and suffers from poor image quality. Here’s an excerpt from their review -
“The camera’s scratch-prone plastic case didn’t inspire a lot of confidence, however. And be wary of the power button: we found it alarmingly easy to switch on the camera by accident, and thus reduce its already modest battery life of 350 shots per charge—the lowest in a recent round-up of compact, point-and-shoot cameras.”

Imaging-Resource reviews the Nikon Coolpix S50c and writes;
“While the Nikon S50c has an attractive design with some intriguing bells and whistles that are more than gimmicks, I was disappointed with both how the camera performed and the quality of the images it captured. On the bright side, the Nikon S50c has a VR lens, D-Lighting, and In-Camera Red-Eye Fix: all automatically activated with Face Priority autofocus in Portrait mode. But a WiFi-enabled digicam should be able transmit wirelessly to a computer just like it does via USB connection. The Nikon S50c’s failure to transmit images to your own computer is a big step backwards. Focus speed and image detail were also disappointing, as were battery life and lens performance. Unfortunately, the Nikon S50c is a very disappointing revision of one of the most attractive digicam designs ever.”

Pocket-lint reviews the Nikon Coolpix S50c and writes;
“There are some issues that tarnish the Coolpix S50c package; AF problems (a common thread on recent Nikon compacts, though not as bad as some recent Coolpix models I’ve reviewed) and the issues over the stunted WiFi functionality are particularly frustrating.

But overall, the Coolpix S50c is easy to use, it looks lovely and it can be relied upon to create some nice shots under the right conditions.”

TrustedReviews reviews the Nikon Coolpix S50c and writes;
“The CoolPix S50c is an attractive and well-made camera, and the WiFi capability is both useful and easy to use, but its sluggish performance, unimpressive picture quality and very slow AF system are major problems. Considering the price, unless you really want that wireless connectivity it’s a hard camera to recommend.”

PC Magazine - 6/28/2007 - tests the Nikon Coolpix S50c and writes, “So, for those who don’t mind spending lots of time messing around with tech gadgets and plowing through plenty of instructions, the Nikon Coolpix s50c’s wireless features make it an alluring option. Though its image quality is decent, it’s certainly not the most awesome camera in terms of performance. Still, at least for now, it’s the best wireless point-and-shoot out there.”

CNET Asia - 6/6/2007 - tests the Nikon Coolpix S50c and writes, “In our opinion, Nikon should really take it a step further to include a browser that would let you enter credit card info, so you can access the Wi-Fi networks offered by most hotels. Want to appeal to affluent business travellers, Nikon? This would definitely help.”

Digital Camera Review - 6/4/2007 - tests the Nikon Coolpix S50c and writes, “The slow speed of the Coolpix S50c is probably the biggest downfall of this camera. If you’re ok with the camera’s speed, you’ll be pleased with this camera. While there are no advanced manual exposure modes, the target user of this camera won’t use them anyway. Instead, they can use the handy wireless features to send pictures to an online service or send them to a friend’s email Inbox. The camera produces sharp images with nice strong colors under a variety of conditions. After all that, it’s still slim enough for a shirt pocket. If you think you’ll get a lot of use out of a wireless-enabled digital camera (and don’t mind a slightly slower than average camera), then the Coolpix S50c is worth a look.”

CNET - 5/22/2007 - has reviews the Nikon Coolpix S50c and writes, “Overall, the S50c is a very nice ultra-compact camera, though its wireless capabilities could be more useful. Since Nikon offers the S50, which is basically the exact same camera without the wireless, you’re probably better off saving some money and opting for that, unless you think you’ll get a really big kick out of uploading images through your home wireless router, or you plan on forking over an extra $4.99 a month for the privilege of using one of T-Mobile’s hot spots.”

Sample Test Photos - (updated 12 September ‘07) [Sample Test Photos at Imaging-Resource]
[Sample Photos at Pocket-lint]
[Sample Photos at TrustedReviews]

Specifications

[Official Nikon Specifications]

Owners Manual

[Nikon Coolpix S50c Owners Manual]

Press Release

Nikon is pleased to introduce the COOLPIX S50 and the COOLPIX S50c

Consistent performance has earned Nikon the reputation for being the pioneer of state-of-the-art photographic technology. The new COOLPIX S50 and S50c models are the next stage in this legacy, combining exciting new features with chic good looks.

Excellent image quality is guaranteed by an impressive 38-114mm Zoom-Nikkor lens and 7.2 effective megapixels of resolution. The COOLPIX S50 and S50c are able to capture the finest detail, whether the subject is a close-in portrait or a broad vista, making the experience of photography a joy for the camera user.

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