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Nikon Coolpix S9100

Nikon Coolpix S9100
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alaScore 90

1036 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1036 reviews of Nikon Coolpix S9100. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviews about the portability and zoom are on the whole positive. The image quality and performance also get good opinions. There are some critical comments about the contrast and viewfinder. Comments about the memory and shutter are different.

usability, performance, image quality, zoom, portability

flash, exposure, viewfinder, contrast

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Nikon Coolpix S9100 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Nikon Coolpix S9100

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 109 user reviews of Nikon Coolpix S9100 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the performance and zoom. The image quality and portability are also appreciated, whereas there are mixed comments on the exposure and reliability.

usability, portability, image quality, zoom, performance

67% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Nikon Coolpix S9100

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 92 user reviews of Nikon Coolpix S9100 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the size and zoom. The portability and image quality also get good reviews. There are some mixed opinions about the shutter, while many are critical about the focus and reliability.

usability, image quality, portability, zoom, size

reliability, focus

67% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Tim Moynihan (pcworld.com)

Nikon Coolpix S9100

 

The Nikon Coolpix S9100 is a camera that seemingly achieves the impossible on several fronts. First on that list of surprises is its 18X zoom lens, which surpasses the optical reach of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 at the top end of the pocket-megazoom...

Very good macro capabilities ; 18X-optical-zoom lens ; Large array of useful and creative scene modes ; In-camera editing features improve low-light shots ; Superior image quality ; Extremely easy to use ; Excellent performance for the price ; Light...

No RAW shooting mode ; No manual controls

The Nikon Coolpix S9100 is the rare beast that will please both novices and experienced shooters, even with its lack of manual controls. Thanks to its great image quality and creative controls, practically anyone will find this camera a pleasure to use.

May, 2011
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Expert review by : PJ Jacobowitz (pcmag.com)

Nikon Coolpix S9100

 

The speedy-shooting Nikon S9100 delivers a huge 18x optical zoom lens and a high-res LCD in a small, pocket-size package at a great price.

Excellent image quality. Impressive light performance. Fast. Huge, 18x optical zoom lens. Large, high-res LCD.

Antiquated UI. Proprietary USB port.

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Apr, 2011
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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

Nikon Coolpix S9100 - digital camera review: Nikon Coolpix S9100 - digital camera

 

Nikon Coolpix S9100 - digital camera

The ; has fast shooting performance, a wide, long lens in a pocketable body, and several useful and fun shooting modes.

The Coolpix S9100's photo and video quality is soft, particularly at high ISOs and in low-light conditions. It also lacks auto picture rotation.

Nikon produces another solid point-and-shoot compact megazoom with the Coolpix S9100 by offering fast performance, good photos, and an excellent feature-to-price ratio.

Apr, 2011
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Expert review by : Josh Fate (steves-digicams.com)

Nikon Coolpix S9100 Review

 

Nikon's Coolpix S9100 is a very capable and versatile compact digicam. Very good image quality and excellent performance combine with a slew of creative features to give you an excellent travel or everyday camera. Read more in our Full Conclusion.

Very compact for a camera sporting an 18x optical zoom lens ; 25-450mm equivalent range is incredibly versatile ; Produces sharp images with good colors ; Smooth, Full 1080p HD video capture ; Stereo Sound ; Dedicated video recording button ; Numerous...

Outside exposures are on the bright side ; Small, weak flash unit ; ISO 1600 and up unacceptable amounts of noise, color and detail loss ; Super sensitive stereo microphones

Nikon's Coolpix S9100 is a very capable and versatile compact digicam. Very good image quality and excellent performance combine with a slew of creative features to give you an excellent travel or everyday camera. Read more in our

May, 2011
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Expert review by : Gavin Stoker (photographyblog.com)

Nikon Coolpix S9100 Review

 

The Coolpix S9100 is Nikon's third travel-zoom camera, featuring an extended 18x zoom lens with a very versatile focal range of 25-450mm. Other key features of the slim S9100 include a 12 megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor, high resolution 921k dot...

The Nikon Coolpix S9100 gives a slick performance, in terms of both attractive design and handling. That said there is more competition than ever in the travel zoom market. Fortunately though, while the S9100 doesn't shoehorn in as many features as the...

Apr, 2011
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Expert review by (imaging-resource.com)

Nikon S9100

 

b>Pros: Backside-illuminated sensor for good low-light performance; Very long zoom; Good printed performance; Very fast autofocus.

Backside illuminated sensor performs well ; Reasonably light ; Nice ridge and rubber for grip on the front ; Manually released pop-up flash ; 18x lens ranges from 25-450mm ; Sensor-shift image stabilization (for stills) ; Full HD movie mode ; Stereo...

Soft corners at wide and tele ; Noticeable chromatic aberration and flare in some shots ; No manual exposure mode ; Connector/charging port on the bottom requires that you lay camera flat on a table ; Movie button difficult to press ; Chromatic...

The Coolpix S9100 is one of the most attractive compact digicams we've seen, featuring high-grade controls and a soft front panel with a raised finger hold that serves as a excellent grip. With an 18x optical zoom range that starts at a very wide...

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Expert review by : Jeff Keller (dcresource.com)

Coolpix S9100

 

($329) is a compact camera that packs a whopping 18X zoom into a remarkably small package. Other features include a 12.1 Megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor, optical image stabilization, a high res LCD, Full HD video recording, and more bells and...

The Coolpix S9100's battery is charged internally, over a USB cable. You can use an included AC-to-USB adapter to charge, or just plug the camera right into your computer. Don't plan on charging when you're in a hurry, as it takes almost four hours to...

Oct, 2011
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Expert review by : Camera Labs (cameralabs.com)

Nikon COOLPIX S9100

 

The Nikon COOLPIX S9100 is a compact super-zoom with an impressive 18x optical zoom range. In that respect it's well out in front of the competition, with the Panasonic Lumix TZ20 / ZS10 and Sony Cyber-shot HX9V offering a 'mere' 16X range and the...

18x Nikkor optical zoom., 1080p30 HD video., Good range of fast burst modes., Easy panorama mode

No GPS., Lacks manual exposure control., Effects filters are a bit tired., No stabilisation for movies

Aug, 2011
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Expert review by : Hafeez Sim (hardwarezone.com)

First Looks: Nikon Coolpix S9100

 

We all love compact cameras for their great portability, but most of them don't really zoom too far out. Could the Nikon Coolpix S9100 with its 18x optical zoom lens be the one we're waiting for?

Jul, 2011
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Expert review by : Digital Camera Review (digitalcamerareview.com)

Nikon Coolpix S9100 Review

 

The Coolpix S9100 is one of the most interesting of the eight new Nikon point-and-shoot digicams announced early this year, updating last year's popular Coolpix S8100.

Compact, Generous 18x zoom, 1080p movie mode, Large 3.0-inch LCD screen

Expensive, No manual exposure options, No optical stabilization in movie mode

May, 2011
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