Nikon Coolpix S3000 12.0
MP 4.0x Wide Optical Zoom UVGC Plum Guarantee Accessories
This buy it now auction
is for one fully functional Nikon Coolpix S3000 12.0 MP 4.0x Wide Optical Zoom Plum
Digital Camera in very good cosmetic condition and very good functional
condition with a 30-day money back guarantee and bundle of accessories.
Auction Includes
· Nikon Coolpix S3000
Digital Camera Serial Number 35326129
·
4.0 GB SDHC Memory Card
·
Genuine Nikon EN-EL10 Battery Pack
·
Genuine Nikon AC Adapter used with the USB Cable
to charge the Nikon EN-EL10 Battery Pack
·
USB Cable used for both data transfer and
charging the battery
·
Genuine Nikon Wrist Strap
·
New tamrac Black Neoprene Camera Bag with VELCRO
front flap, internal LCD protection panel, neck strap and belt loop
·
New Silver Mini Tripod 5.5 inches extendable to
8.0 inches
·
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Electronic versions of the User's Manual and other documentation can be
downloaded directly from Nikon’s support page.
I suggest that prospective buyers take a look at the User's Manual online
to learn more about this Nikon Coolpix S3000 digital camera.
· This Nikon Coolpix S3000 plum digital camera is
in very good cosmetic condition and very good functional condition.
· Cosmetically the camera is rated as being in very
good condition because the camera shows virtually no signs of wear as shown in
various photos.
· Functionally the camera is rated as being in
very good condition because all features have been tested and the camera is
working properly.
· The 2.7-inch color LCD display has
anti-reflective coating and 230,000 dot resolution and is in very good
condition with an unusually low number of small scratches or other blemishes as
shown in photos 8, 9 & 10.
· The camera lens is clean and clear and is dust
and scratch free.
· The battery/memory card compartment door fits
tightly and closes fully.
· This camera works well as a point and shoot
unit.
· The camera is easy to use and a User’s Manual is
available online as noted above.
· The photos taken with this camera meet the eBay
photo requirements.
· Please see two example photos taken with this
camera in photos 11 & 12. These two
photos were taken with this camera and edited using the PICASA3 photo editor
with cropping and with auto contrast.
· You may download your photos from the camera to
your computer using either the 4.0 GB SDHC Memory Card or the USB cable both of
which have been tested and are included.
· This camera comes from smoke-free and pet-free
home.
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Nikon Coolpix S3000 |
Basic Specifications |
Full model name: |
Nikon Coolpix S3000 |
Resolution: |
12.00 Megapixels |
Sensor size: |
1/2.3 inch |
|
(6.2mm x 4.6mm) |
Kit Lens: |
4.00x zoom |
|
(27-108mm eq.) |
Viewfinder: |
LCD |
Extended ISO: |
80 - 3200 |
Max Aperture: |
3.2 |
Dimensions: |
3.7 x 2.2 x 0.7 in. |
|
(94 x 56 x 19 mm) |
Weight: |
4.1 oz (116 g) |
|
includes batteries |
MSRP: |
$150 |
Availability: |
Mar-10 |
Manufacturer: |
Nikon |
Full specs: |
Nikon S3000 specifications |
Nikon S3000 Review
from Imaging Resource
Preview
The
Nikon Coolpix S3000 is based around a 4:3 aspect ratio 1/2.3-inch CCD image
sensor with an effective resolution of 12.0 megapixels, coupled with a
Nikkor-branded 4x optical zoom lens. Maximum image dimensions are 4,000 x 3,000
pixels, and an alternate 16:9 aspect ratio is also available. The S3000's lens
offers actual focal lengths ranging from 4.9 to 19.6mm, which equates to 27 to
108mm on a 35mm camera - a useful wide angle to a moderate telephoto. Maximum
aperture varies from f/3.2 to f/5.9 across the zoom range. Ordinarily the S3000
can focus on subjects as close as 20 inches, but in macro mode this range is
reduced to just 3.2 inches. The Coolpix S3000 doesn't include any form of
mechanical image stabilization, opting instead solely for a software-based
approach to fighting blur from camera shake. Images and movies are framed and
reviewed on a 2.7-inch TFT LCD panel with anti-reflective coating and 230,000
dot resolution.
The
Coolpix S3000 offers sensitivity ranging from ISO 160 to 1,600 equivalents
under automatic control, and as high as ISO 3,200 controlled manually. The
Nikon S3000 stores images on Secure Digital cards, or in 47MB of built-in
memory. Data transfer to a computer is catered for with a USB 2.0 High Speed
connection. Power comes from an EN-EL10 lithium ion rechargeable battery, said
to be good for 220 shots on a charge to CIPA standards.
The
Nikon Coolpix S3000 ships from March 2010, priced at $150.
Nikon Coolpix S3000 review:
By: Joshua Goldman
Reviewed: September 2, 2010
Updated: September 2, 2010
from CNET.com
CNETPhotography Cameras
Nikon Coolpix S3000
CBS Interactive Inc.
THE GOOD Very small,
lightweight; easy to operate; inexpensive.
THE BAD Inconsistent autofocus; poor low-light
photos.
THE BOTTOM LINE The Nikon Coolpix
S3000 is an attractive inexpensive ultracompact that's a step above your
average camera phone.
Editors' note: Many of the design, features,
and shooting options are identical between the Nikon Coolpix S3000 and the
Coolpix S4000 we reviewed earlier, so readers of the earlier review may
experience some déjà vu when reading the same sections below.
The
Nikon Coolpix S3000--and really all sub-$150 ultracompact digital cameras--is a
step-up from a camera phone. It has a better lens, shooting options,
performance, image quality, and battery life than a mobile device without
weighing you down. However, in the world of point-and-shoots this is a
lower-end model and it shows under slight scrutiny. Don't get this camera if you're
planning to shoot indoors or in low light without a flash, take pictures of
fast-moving subjects, or if you want really sharp shots directly from the
camera. Consider it for casual photography of well-lit portraits and landscapes
that will be shared online or as 4x6-inch prints and the occasional 8x10. It's
a Facebook camera that can do things the average camera phone can't.
The
S4000 is nicely dressed for its price. The ultracompact metal body gives it a
higher-quality feel, and it's available in six colors--silver, black, green, blue,
purple, and orange. Up front is a wide-angle lens with a 4x zoom and in back is
a 2.7-inch LCD--both typical of its price and size. Despite its slim body and
light weight, the camera is comfortable to hold and use, though with little to
grab onto you'll want to use the included wrist strap.
Operating
the S3000 is easy enough that anyone who's handled a digital camera before
should be able to start shooting out of the box. On top is a power button and
shutter release with a zoom ring. Then to the right of the LCD on back are the
remaining controls. There's a Scene button for accessing all shooting modes; a
playback button for viewing and editing images and videos on the camera; a
delete button; and a menu button for changing any camera settings. A
directional pad and OK button are used for navigation as well as changing
flash, timer, exposure compensation, and macro focus settings. Menus are
straightforward with separate tabs for mode-specific photo/movie options and
general setup settings.
The
S4000's CIPA-rated battery life is average at 220 shots per charge. The pack
charges pretty quickly, though, in about 2 hours using the supplied wall
adapter; it can also be charged by connecting via USB to a computer. The only
output on the camera is a Micro-USB/AV port on the bottom of the camera next to
the battery/memory card compartment.
The
shooting options, although fairly basic, are good for snapshooters,
particularly for portraits. There are two Auto modes on this camera. One is
Nikon's Scene Auto Selector that adjusts settings appropriately based on six
common scene types. If the scene doesn't match any of those, it defaults to a
general-use Auto. Then there is an Auto mode, which is similar to the program
AE modes on other point-and-shoots, giving you a modicum of control over your
end results. You can change ISO, white balance, and exposure compensation as
well as autofocus areas and modes, flash, and continuous shooting modes. Light
metering is locked to multipattern unless you're using the digital zoom.
If
you're able to decipher the type of scene you're shooting, it may correspond to
one of the camera's 14 selectable scene modes. All of the scenes are standards
like Portrait and Landscape, and there is a Panorama Assist for lining up a
series of shots that can be stitched together with the bundled software.
Nikon's
Smart Portrait System gets its own spot in the shooting-mode menu. Basically,
it combines a Blink Warning, Smile Shutter, Skin Softening, In-Camera Red-Eye
Fix, and Face Priority AF (autofocus) features into one mode. The System works
well, in particular for self-portraits, allowing you to take pictures without
pressing the shutter release or setting a timer.
For
those who like to take close-ups, the S3000 is at its sharpest in Macro mode.
It can focus as close as 3.1 inches from a subject. There are a few ways to
enter Macro mode, too. It will automatically switch to it when using the Scene
Auto Selector mode. You can also select Close-up mode from the camera's Scene
options. And if you're in Auto mode, you can turn on with the directional pad.
There
is a basic VGA-quality movie mode. There's no use of the zoom lens while
recording, but there is a digital zoom.
Shooting
performance is better than your average camera phone, which is a reason to get
this camera. From off to first shot is 2.3 seconds. Then, from shot to shot the
wait goes up to 2.7 seconds. Using the flash draws that time out to 4.1
seconds. Shutter lag--how quickly a camera captures an image after the
shutter-release button is pressed--is relatively low at 0.4 second in bright
conditions and 0.7 second in dim. The S3000's continuous shooting is capable of
capturing up to three photos at an average of 0.7 frame per second. Lastly, the
camera seems to have problems focusing. Regardless of mode, it really struggles
to focus on subjects, causing me to refocus again and again before shooting.
And even when
The
photo quality from the S3000 is OK; good enough for small prints and Web use,
but it is questionable for use with anything else. Though the camera is capable
of taking decent snapshots in bright lighting conditions, quality drops off
noticeably between ISO 200 and ISO 400 with increased noise and softness.
That's not great because even at ISO 80 the photos are soft. The noise
reduction causes smeared details, and this smearing only gets worse at higher
ISOs, making it a poor choice for low-light photos.
In Auto
mode there's a Fixed Auto ISO option, letting you limit the camera to using a
range between ISO 80-400 or ISO 80-800. I recommend using the 80-400 range
whenever you're shooting in a mixed lighting environment and don't feel like
switching ISO settings. The camera also seems to have problems focusing,
causing me to refocus again and again before shooting.
The
wide-angle lens shows some barrel distortion on the left side. There is little
discernible distortion when the lens is extended. Center sharpness is good, but
there was visible softness in the left corners of the lens on my review camera.
In fact, the whole left side looks softer than the rest of the frame. This is
only really noticeable when photos are viewed at 100 percent, though. Seeing
purple-Plum fringing on high-contrast subjects in photos is typical of this
class of camera, but the S3000 displays an above average amount of it.
At
sensitivities at and below ISO 200, the camera produces bright and vibrant
colors that, while not always accurate, are pleasing. Though clipped highlights
are certainly a problem for this camera (as well as many point-and-shoots),
exposure is generally OK and white balance is fairly accurate, too. If the
S3000 does underexpose a photo, Nikon's D-Lighting feature in the camera's
playback editing options will do an excellent job of rescuing details lost in
shadows without overexposing other areas of the photo.
The
Nikon Coolpix S3000's biggest issue is its fairly inconsistent autofocus
system, occasionally forcing you to refocus again and again to get a decent
shot. It's similar to what I experienced with its linemate the S4000, so it's
likely a problem with the model, not just my test sample. Photo quality is good
enough for casual photographers who care more about having an attractive
inexpensive ultracompact than capturing excellent photos. If you're looking for
an entry-level pocket camera and all your shots are destined for online use or
4x6-inch prints or smaller, the S3000's photos are sufficient and its shooting
performance, particularly shutter lag, is better than you'll get with a camera
phone.
Nikon Coolpix S3000 |
Specifications |
|
|
General |
|
Model Number: |
S3000 |
Camera Format: |
Ultra Compact |
Currently Manufactured: |
No |
Retail Price: |
$149.95 |
Street Price: |
|
Date Available: |
3/15/2010 |
Tripod Mount: |
Yes |
Weight: |
4.1 oz (116 g) |
|
includes batteries |
Size: |
3.7 x 2.2 x 0.7 in. |
|
(94 x 56 x 19 mm) |
Waterproof: |
No |
Waterproof Depth: |
n/a |
Image Sensor |
|
Sensor Type: |
CCD |
Sensor Manufacturer: |
|
Effective Megapixels: |
12 |
Sensor Format: |
1/2.3 inch |
Sensor size: |
28.0735mm2 (6.17mm x 4.55mm) |
Approximate Pixel Pitch: |
1.54 microns |
Focal Length Multiplier: |
n/a |
Aspect Ratio: |
4:3, 16:9 |
Color Filter Type: |
|
Anti Aliasing Filter: |
|
Self-Cleaning: |
No |
Sensor shift image
stabilization: |
No |
On-Sensor Phase Detect: |
No |
DxO Sensor Score: |
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DxO Color Depth Score
(bits): |
|
DxO Dynamic Range Score
(evs): |
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DxO Maximum Effective ISO
Score (iso): |
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Image Capture |
|
Image Resolution: |
4000 x 3000 (12.0 MP, 4:3), |
|
3968 x 2232 (8.9 MP, 16:9), |
|
3264 x 2448 (8.0 MP, 4:3), |
|
2592 x 1944 (5.0 MP, 4:3), |
|
2048 x 1536 (3.1 MP, 4:3), |
|
1024 x 768 (0.8 MP, 4:3), |
|
640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3) |
Image File Format: |
JPEG |
Continuous-mode
frames/second: |
n/a |
Video Capture |
|
Can take movies: |
Yes |
Movie Resolution: |
|
Movie File Format: |
|
Composite Video Out: |
Yes |
NTSC/PAL Switchable
Video: |
Yes |
Video Usable as
Viewfinder: |
|
HD Video Out: |
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HD Video Connection: |
|
Lens & Optics |
|
Lens Mount: |
n/a |
Lens: |
Zoom-NIKKOR lens |
Focal Length (35mm
equivalent): |
27 - 108mm |
Focal Length (actual): |
4.9 - 19.6mm |
Zoom Ratio: |
4.00x |
Aperture Range: |
f/3.2 (wide) / f/5.9 (tele) - ??? |
Normal Focus Range: |
50 cm to Infinity |
|
19.7 in to Infinity |
Macro Focus Range: |
8 cm to Infinity |
|
3.1 in to Infinity |
Filter Thread: |
n/a |
Thread Type: |
n/a |
Optical Image
Stabilization: |
No |
Digital Zoom: |
Yes |
Digital Zoom Values: |
Up to 4x |
Auto Focus |
|
Auto Focus: |
Yes |
Auto Focus Type: |
Contrast Detection with Face-Priority AF |
Auto Focus Assist Light? |
No |
Manual Focus: |
No |
Viewfinder |
|
Viewfinder: |
LCD |
Viewfinder Type: |
|
Focus Peaking: |
No |
EVF Resolution: |
n/a |
Viewfinder Magnification
(35mm equivalent): |
|
Viewfinder Magnification
(nominal/claimed): |
|
Display |
|
Eye-level Viewfinder: |
No |
Rear Display: |
Yes |
Rear Display Size
(inches): |
2.7 |
Rear Display Resolution: |
230,000 dots |
Touchscreen: |
No |
Articulating Screen: |
No |
Tilt Swivel Screen: |
No |
Selfie Screen: |
No |
Max Playback Zoom: |
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Top Deck Display: |
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Exposure |
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Maximum ISO (native): |
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Minimum ISO (native): |
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ISO Settings: |
Auto (80 - 1600), Fixed Range Auto (80-400, 80-800), 80, 100,
200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 |
Auto ISO Mode: |
Yes |
White Balance Settings: |
|
Shutter Speed Range: |
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Bulb Mode: |
No |
Exposure Compensation: |
|
Metering Modes: |
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Program Auto Exposure: |
No |
Aperture Priority: |
No |
Shutter Priority: |
No |
Full Manual Exposure: |
No |
Creative Exposure Modes: |
|
Self Timer: |
|
Time Lapse
(intervalometer): |
|
High Resolution
Composite: |
No |
Flash |
|
Built-in Flash: |
Yes |
Flash Modes: |
n/a |
Flash Guide Number (ISO
100): |
n/a |
Flash Range Description: |
n/a |
Max Flash Sync: |
|
Flash Exposure
Compensation: |
|
External Flash
Connection: |
n/a |
Built-In Wireless Flash
Control: |
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Image Storage |
|
Usable Memory Types: |
SD / SDHC |
UHS Support: |
|
Other Memory: |
|
Dual Card Slots: |
No |
RAW Capture Support: |
No |
Uncompressed Format: |
|
Movie File Format: |
|
Included Memory: |
47.0 MB |
Included Memory Type: |
Internal |
Connectivity |
|
Built-In Wi-Fi: |
No |
NFC: |
|
Plumtooth: |
No |
Built-In GPS: |
No |
Microphone Jack: |
No |
Headphone Jack: |
No |
External Connections: |
USB 2.0 High Speed |
PictBridge Compliant: |
No |
DPOF Compliant: |
No |
Remote Control: |
|
Remote Control Type: |
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Connections (extended): |
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Performance Timing |
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Cycle time for JPEG
shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution): |
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Cycle time for RAW
shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame): |
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Buffer size for RAW shooting
in single shot mode (frames): |
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Cycle time for RAW+JPEG
shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot): |
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Camera penalizes early
shutter press? |
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JPEG shooting speed in
burst mode (fps, max resolution): |
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Buffer size for JPEG
shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution): |
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RAW shooting speed in
burst mode (fps): |
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Buffer size for RAW
shooting in burst mode (frames): |
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RAW+JPEG shooting speed
in burst mode (fps): |
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Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG
shooting in burst mode (frames): |
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Shutter lag (full AF,
wide/mid): |
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Shutter lag (full AF,
tele): |
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Shutter lag (full AF,
live view - DSLR): |
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Shutter lag (prefocused,
live view - DSLR): |
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Shutter Lag (manual
focus): |
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Shutter lag (full AF,
with flash): |
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Shutter Lag (prefocused): |
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Shutter Lag (notes): |
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Startup Time: |
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Play -> Record Time: |
|
Flash cycle time, full
power: |
0.0 seconds |
Power |
|
Battery Life, Stills
(CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View): |
220 shots |
Battery Life, Still (CIPA
Rating OVF/EVF): |
|
Battery Life, Video: |
|
Battery Form Factor: |
Proprietary EN-EL10 |
Usable Battery Types: |
Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Batteries Included: |
1 X Proprietary EN-EL10 Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Battery Charger Included
(dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter): |
Yes |
Dedicated Battery Charger
Included: |
|
Internal Charging
Supported: |
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Software |
|
Included Software: |
Nikon Software Suite CD-ROM |
OS Compatibility: |
Windows XP/Vista/7, MacOS-X 10.4.11+ |
Miscellaneous |
|
Notes & Features: |
Subject Tracking AF, Scene Auto Selector Mode, Smart Portrait
System. Available in plum, champagne silver, black, orange, green and blue. |