Nikon Coolpix S8000 Review

Nikon Coolpix S8000 14.2MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom and 3.0" High Res LCD (Silver)


Technical Details

• 14.2 megapixels for stunning prints as large as 20 x 30 inches
  
• 10x wide-angle optical Zoom-NIKKOR ED glass lens; 3.0-inch VGA (921k-dot) Clear Color Display
  
• 720p HD movie recording at 30fps; HDMI output
  
• Creative Slider creates pictures, in camera, by simply adjusting brightness, vividness and color hue
  
• 4-way VR Image Stabilization System; Smart Portrait System
  

From the Manufacturer

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 20x30 inches. The camera features an
incredible, bright 3.0-inch High Resolution VGA (921-k dot) LCD for
composing and sharing pictures and HD (720p) movies with stereo sound.
The Coolpix S8000, with Nikon's EXPEED image processing concept and
4-way VR Image Stabilization System, takes incredible pictures,
incredibly easy. The Coolpix S8000 has Nikon's New Smart Portrait
System which; automatically detects your subjects face, takes a picture
when they smile, can soften the skin tone, and warns you if they
blinked.

The world's thinnest 10x zoom camera that offers more creativity and freedom in photography

The ultra-slim Coolpix S8000 is equipped with a precision wide-angle
10x zoom, Nikkor ED glass lens, 14.2 megapixel resolution, and a
variety of advanced shooting functions including the Creative Slider.
Its slim, attractive design enables photographers to creatively capture
every moment in style.

The Coolpix S8000 is the world thinnest^*
10x zoom camera, offering a focal range of wide through super-telephoto
to fully capture special moments from near or far. It also comes
equipped with high-speed performance and a 14.2 megapixel image sensor
to deliver exceptional image quality and consistently sharp results.
_{*
Among compact cameras equipped with an optical zoom lens capable of
zooming in at 10x or more as of December 29, 2009 (according to
research conducted by Nikon Corporation).}

Nikon Coolpix S8000 Feature Highlights

EXPEED digital imaging technology
Nikon's smarter approach to digital imaging technology. From image
capture to processing, Nikon's comprehensive EXPEED digital imaging
concept encompasses the entire picture-taking operation. EXPEED is much
more than a processing engine; it is a revolution in digital
photography.

3-inch, 921k-dot TFT LCD featuring Nikon's Clear Color Display
The high-quality 3-inch Clear Color Display for the Coolpix S8000
features an ultra wide-viewing angle, anti-reflection coating, and
screen brightness adjustment. The vibrant 3.0-inch 920k-dot VGA display
offers four times the clarity and detail of standard cameras for
amazing image reproduction. In addition, the monitor's structure
greatly reduces reflection and improves visibility outdoors for a more
vivid, clearer image preview and playback.




High-Definition movie recording
Entertain audiences with movies that capture the impact of the scene with HD. The Coolpix S8000 can shoot up to 1.5 hours^* of HD movies (720p) with sound at 30fps. HDMI output is also available for easy in camera playback on your TV or computer.
_{*Recording
stops automatically after 29 minutes. This figure is based on in-house
testing standards and stated for recording at 25°C with a fully charged
EN-EL5 battery. Actual results may vary greatly depending on factors
that include differences in ambient temperature, and the amount of zoom
and autofocus operations used.}


Four advanced image stabilization features ensure sharper results

VR image stabilization in action.

The Coolpix S8000's high ISO 1600 capability allows shooting at faster
shutter speeds, yielding great results even when shooting in low light
or when capturing fast-moving subjects. Motion Detection assists in
achieving sharper results by automatically controlling the shutter
speed and ISO setting to compensate for subject movement as well as
camera shake. New advanced flash control enables natural and beautiful
flash photos even when subjects are backlit or when shooting telephoto
by enhancing ISO sensitivity, rather than opting for slower shutter
speeds.


Nikon's Smart Portrait System with Skin Softening
As part of Nikon's Smart Portrait System, a series of advanced
functions help produce consistently great portraits. The Skin Softening
function ensures smooth skin tone on the face of subjects by leveraging
built-in face-detection technology. Automatically detecting as many as
12 faces in the shot, Face-priority AF helps produce satisfying
portraits by adjusting focus and exposure. Smile Timer helps to
faithfully record precious moments by automatically releasing the
shutter when the subject smiles. Blink Warning alerts the photographer
when it suspects that a subject has blinked, while the Blink Proof
function shoots five sequential frames, then saves the one in which the
subject's eyes are wide open. In-Camera Red-Eye Fix Red-Eye Fix
automatically corrects perceived red-eye effect before saving the image
to memory.


Creative Slider
The Coolpix
S8000 is equipped with the Creative Slider, a fun new way to apply a
rich variety of effects when shooting in Auto Mode. Adjust brightness,
saturation and color tone using the Rotary Multi Selector. Adjustments
can be previewed in real-time on the Coolpix S8000's 3-inch LCD
monitor.

Nikon Coolpix S8000 Other Features

• Macro shooting from as close as 1 cm (0.4 in.)
  
• High-speed performance
  
• 16 scene modes for optimized shooting in various settings
  
• Scene Auto Selector
  
• Subject Tracking
  
• Quick Retouch
  
• D-Lighting
  
• Auto Sort function
  
• Approx. 32 MB of internal memory
  
• USB charging via Charging AC Adapter EH-68P/EH-68P (AR) or PC
  
• HDMI connectivity
  

What's in the Box

• EN-EL12 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
  
• EH-68P AC Adapter/Charger
  
• UC-E6 USB Cable
  
• EG-CP14 Audio Video Cable
  
• AN-CP19 Strap
  
• Coolpix Software Suite CD-ROM
  

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