Nikon Coolpix 3200 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: A good basic snapshot camera for the digital beginner.

Pros: Decent image quality, Autofocus-assist lamp, Simple operation, Solid macro capabilities

Cons: No memory card or rechargeable batteries in the box, Few manual controls, Slow shot-to-shot time with flash, No diopter adjustment, Slow autofocus in dim light

Verdict: This easy-to-use Nikon is a good starter camera for the new digital photographer, but it lacks most manual controls more-experienced shooters demand, and both the memory card and the rechargeable batteries cost extra.

Pros: Decent image quality ; autofocus-assist lamp ; simple operation ; solid macro capabilities

Cons: No memory card or rechargeable batteries in the box ; few manual controls ; slow shot-to-shot time with flash ; no diopter adjustment ; slow autofocus in dim light

Verdict: This easy-to-use Nikon is a good starter camera for the new digital photographer, but it lacks most manual controls more-experienced shooters demand, and both the memory card and the rechargeable batteries cost extra.

Review summary: Included Memory: On Board, Media Format: Secure Digital, Maximum Resolution: 2048 x 1536 pixels, Type: Compact, Inc...

Pros: Focuses well in low light. Easy to use. Abundant scene select/scene assist modes (with guides).

Cons: Slow. No shutter or aperture priority modes. No selectable ISO. Unimpressive video mode.

Verdict: The Nikon Coolpix 3200 is an entry-level compact digital camera that's easy to use, with an emphasis on scene select modes for foolproof shooting. The camera's image quality is acceptable for an entry-level camera.

Review summary: A sound choice if you're a novice

Verdict: PROS: Perfect for photo novices. Good image quality. CONS: No manual features.

Review summary: The Coolpix 3200 is a compact, lightweight digital still camera with 3.2 megapixel effective image resolution and a Nikkor 3x zoom lens. It's an easy-to-use mid-range model with superior image quality that will satisfy the needs of beginners to ...

Verdict: The Coolpix 3200 is an easy to use and reasonably priced (~$300 at the time of this review) three-megapixel compact camera. It yields sharp pictures with good tone and color saturation. The 3-megapixel high quality images will yield photo-quality ...