Nikon Coolpix S800c
By Brian Jones
There are going to be immediate comparisons of this camera to a smartphone. On many levels it is just that with a few exceptions. No mobile phone abilities and no way to connect to a cellular network. But it is controlled by the all-familiar Android operating system. This means you get a dedicated camera that can upload and share to social networks, other smartphones, and the internet in general with ease. Why would someone need this in their backpack next to their iPhone? You get 16 megapixel shots, dedicated shutter and zoom buttons, full HD video recording in stereo, and a Nikon lens to really polish your images. This is no phone with a camera added on. It’s all about image quality. Imagine immediately uploading shots off your Nikon to Instagram. You can also run all those photo-specific apps that make taking pictures on your phone so much fun. This could be a step in the right direction for the dedicated point-and-shoot digital camera. The battery life is pretty short at 140 shots per charge, but the option to have a backup battery may help that situation. The suggested retail price for this camera is $349.99.
Quick Specs
- 10x optical zoom
- 3.5-inch OLED touchscreen
- 1080p (full HD) video recording
- 140 shots per charge
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Strengths
Multiple scene modes for getting the best exposure Weaknesses
Short battery life |
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Brian Jones has had a passion for photography and anything related for the majority of his life. One photography class in high school was all it took to get hooked on everything to do with the subject. He became more focused on learning about camera equipment as he experiemented with everything available… See more about Brian |
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