Compare Prices : Nikon Coolpix S51

Review summary: The Nikon Coolpix S51 ($229) is an ultra-compact camera with a 3X optical zoom lens, image stabilization, large 3-inch LCD display, an easy-to-use interface, and more. Its sibling, the S51c, adds built-in wireless connectivity for $50 more.

Pros: Good photo quality ; better-than-average at ISO 400 and 800 ; Good value for the money ; Compact metal body ; Optical image stabilization ; Huge, fairly sharp 3-inch LCD display ; Plenty of scene modes to choose from ; Handy D-Lighting and Best Shot ...

Cons: Photos tend to be soft, with too much noise reduction ; Redeye a problem, despite countermeasures ; Poor battery life ; Very slow focusing speeds at telephoto end of lens, or in low light ; Sluggish in many other areas: user interface, continuous ...

Verdict: ). Also, you can't use off-the-shelf batteries in emergencies, as you could on a camera that uses AAs. That said, you won't find any ultra-slim cameras that use AAs

Review summary: A feature-filled bundle that looks great. Here's an analysis of the camera capabilities

Pros: Sleek design and looks, 3-inch LCD, Optical stabilization (Vibration Reduction), D-Lighting, Easy to use menus

Cons: Average image quality, Sluggish operation, Digital zoom quality, Battery life, Expensive

Verdict: The shutter release button is placed on top of the camera with the power button next to it. The microphone is placed in the middle while the One-touch Portrait button is placed on the other side

Review summary: Nikon Coolpix S51 is has a lot to offer in a small package. Add the crisp Wine Red color and you will be proud to show it to your friends and family. All you need to do now is go take pictures!

Pros: Nikon Pictmotion mode, Nikon D-Lighting, VR, ISO 1600, Wi-Fi capability

Verdict: Nikon surprised me with the Coolpix S51 digital camera!

Review summary: Despite an excellent stabilization system and lens, the Coolpix S51 in the end is just another compact with noise control that could be improved and a rather disappointing macro mode.