Fast, responsive and versatile, the Nikon CoolPix S8100 with advanced CMOS sensor technology and incredible 10X zoom will capture fast-moving subjects in still images and Full HD (1080) movies. High-speed operation, exceptional low-light performance, outstanding image quality and sophisticated features mark the 12.1-megapixel S8100.
Nikon 26220 Description:
Fast, responsive and versatile, the Nikon CoolPix S8100 with advanced CMOS sensor technology and incredible 10X zoom will capture fast-moving subjects in still images and Full HD (1080) movies. High-speed operation, exceptional low-light performance, outstanding image quality and sophisticated features mark the 12.1-megapixel S8100.
The optical 10x wide Zoom- NIKKOR ED glass lens covers 30-300mm and the camera's speedy start-up, fast autofocus, quick shutter release, superior low light performance and high-speed continuous shooting (five shots in one second!) ensure capture of all your memorable moments. The S8100 also offers Optical VR Image Stabilization, high ISO sensitivity to 3200, a new flash control system, movie recording with stereo sound and a 3-inch Ultra-High Resolution (921,000-dot) Clear Color Display for bright, sharp image viewing and sharing
Nikon 26220 Features:
| Superior Image Quality: 12.1 -megapixel CMOS sensor for high speed operation and exceptional low-light performance. |
| 4-way VR Image Stabilization System |
| Optical VR Image Stabilization by lens shift minimizes the effects of camera shake. |
| Motion Detection automatically detects moving subjects and adjusts shutter speed and ISO to compensate for camera shake and subject movement. |
| High ISO up to 3200 for optimum results when shooting in low light or photographing fast-moving subjects. |
| Nikon's Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically takes up to ten shots while the shutter is pressed, then selects and saves the sharpest image. |
| 3-inch Ultra-High Resolution (921,000-dot) Clear Color Display: for still images and movies that come alive with rich detail and improved contrast. The large LCD's wide viewing angle and anti-glare coating make it easy to compose, view and share pictures. |
| Advanced low light shooting capability. |
| Shoot still images even while recording HD Movie. |
| Mode Dial for quick setting of key functions. |
| ISO can be set as high as 3200. |
| In-camera editing functions include Quick Retouch and D-Lighting. |
| Creative Slider allows adjustment of brightness, saturation and color. |
| Ultra-fast start-up, autofocus and shooting. |
| High Speed Shooting capture 5 shots in less then a second at full resolution. |
| Sport Continuous Shooting to capture fast action (reduced image size) |
| Shoot Slow Motion Movies up to 240 fps by selecting HS Movie mode (reduced image size) |
| Subject Tracking automatically tracks a moving subject to ensure sharp focus. |
| 10x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom-NIKKOR ED Glass Lens: Versatile 30-300mm lens ranges wide to capture landscapes, zooms in to get close to the action. In the NIKKOR tradition of precision optics, the high-quality ED glass lens delivers superb color and razor-sharp results. |
| EXPEED C2 continues to expand the possibilities of photography with improved levels of image quality, fine detail and processing speed. Custom-optimized for each COOLPIX model, Nikon's renowned digital image processing engine ensures outstanding images. |
| Smile Timer automatically releases the shutter when your subject smiles. |
| In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically corrects most instances of red-eye as you shoot. You may never see red-eye again. |
| Face-Priority AF. Nikon's face-finding technology automatically detects up to 12 faces. |
| Skin Softening smoothes skin tones at three different levels for optimal portraits; can be applied while shooting or during playback. |
| Blink Warning alerts you if a subject has blinked |
Nikon 26220 Specifications:
| Type | Compact Digital Camera |
| Effective Pixels | 12.1 million |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.3-in. type CMOS |
| Total Pixels | 12.75 million (approx.) |
| Lens | 10 optical zoom, NIKKOR ED glass lens |
| Lens Focal Length | 5.4-54.0mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 30-300mm lens in 35mm[135] format) |
| Lens f/-number | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Lens Construction | 10 elements in 8 groups |
| Digital Zoom | Up to 4x (angle of view equivalent to that of approx. 1200mm lens in 35mm[135] format) |
| Vibration Reduction | Combination of lens-shift and electronic VR (still pictures)
Lens-shift (movies) |
| Autofocus (AF) | Contrast-detect AF |
| Autofocus (AF) Focus range (from lens) | [W]: 50cm (1 ft. 8 in.) to 8 (approx.)
[T]: 1m (3 ft. 4 in.) to 8 (approx.)
Macro mode: 1cm (0.4 in.) to 8 [W] (approx.)
Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 operated at an ambient temperature of 25C (77F). |
| Autofocus (AF) Focus-area selection | Face priority
Auto (9-area automatic selection)
Center
Manual with 99 focus areas
Subject tracking |
| Monitor Size | 3 in. diagonal |
| Monitor Type | Wide viewing angle TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating
5-level brightness adjustment |
| Monitor Resolution | 921,000-dots |
| Monitor Frame coverage (shooting mode) | 97% horizontal (Approx.)
97% vertical (Approx.) |
| Monitor Frame coverage (playback mode) | 100% horizontal (Approx.)
100% vertical (Approx.) |
| Storage Media | SD memory card
SDHC memory card
SDXC memory card
102MB internal memory (approx.) |
| Storage File System | DCF
EXIF 2.2
DPOF compliant |
| Storage File formats | Still pictures: JPEG
Sound files (Voice Memo): WAV
Movies: MOV (Video:MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Audio: AAC stereo) |
| Movie Modes | Movie file format: MPEG-4 AVC H.264
Audio file format: AAC stereo
Full HD: 1920 x 1080p / 30fps
Standard TV: 640 x 480 / 30fps
Small Size: 320 x 240 / 30fps |
| Image Size (pixels) | 4000 x 3000 (12M)
3264 x 2448 (8M)
2592 x 1944 (5M)
2048 x 1536 (3M)
1024 x 768 (PC)
640 x 480 (VGA)
3968 x 2232 (16:9)
Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 operated at an ambient temperature of 25C (77 F). |
| ISO Sensitivity | 160
200
400
800
1600
3200
Auto (auto gain ISO 160-800)
Fixed range auto (ISO 160 to 400)
Sport continuous (ISO 160 to 3200)
Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 operated at an ambient temperature of 25C (77 F). |
| Exposure Metering | 256-segment matrix
Center-weighted
Spot (digital zoom 2X or more) |
| Exposure Control | Programmed auto exposure with motion detection
Exposure compensation (-2.0 to +2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV) |
| Exposure Range (auto mode) | [W]: 0.7 to 15.9 EV
[T]:2 to 17.3 EV
(exposure values achieved with automatic ISO sensitivity adjustment converted to ISO 100 values) |
| Shutter | Mechanical and CMOS electronic shutter |
| Shutter Speed | 1/4000-1/120s (sport continuous mode)
1/2000-2s
4 sec. (when scene mode is set to Fireworks show)
Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 operated at an ambient temperature of 25C (77F). |
| Aperture | Electronically-controlled ND filter (-2 AV) selection |
| Aperture Range | 2 steps (f/3.5 and f/7 [W]) |
| Self-timer | Can be selected from 10 and 2 seconds duration
Smile Timer |
| Built-in flash Range (approx.) | (ISO sensitivity: Auto)
[W]: 0.5 to 4.0m (1 ft. 8 in. to 13 ft.)
[T]: 0.5 to 2.5m (1ft. 8in. to 8ft. 2in.) |
| Built-in Flash Control | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
| Interface | Hi-speed USB |
| Interface Data transfer protocol | MTP
PTP |
| Video Output | NTSC
PAL |
| HDMI Output | Can be selected from:
Auto
480p
720p
1080i |
| I/O terminal | Audio/video (A/V) output
Digital I/O (USB)
HDMI mini connector (Type C) (HDMI output) |
| Supported Languages | Arabic, Czech, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish |
| Power Sources | One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied)
AC Adapter EH-62F (available separately) |
| Charging Time | 3 hours and 50 minutes (when using Charging AC Adapter EH-68P and when no charge remains)(Approx.) |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable |
| Battery Life (shots per charge) | Still pictures: Approx. 210 shots
Movies: Approx. 1 h 20 min (HD 1080p) |
| Tripod Socket | 1/4 (ISO 1222) |
| Operating environment | Temperature: 0 to 40C (32 to 104F)
Humidity: Less than 85% (no condensation) |
| Approx. Dimensions | Height: 2.4 in. (59.2mm)
Width: 4.1 in. (104.0mm)
Depth: 1.2 in. (29.9mm)
(excluding projections) |
| Approx. Weight | 7.4 oz. (209g)
(including battery and SD memory card) |
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When purchasing a digital camera, you must decide on the type of camera that is suitable for how you are using it, the life of the battery, how much memory is required, which type of lenses are needed, and etc. This guide will assist you in buying a digital camera and the necessary accessories.
Types of Cameras:
There are many different types of cameras. Depending on how often and for what purpose you are using the camera, there is a camera out there for all users.
Starter Cameras:
For users who are looking to start digital photography, but don’t want to spend a lot of money, this is the type of camera for you. A decent point-and-shoot camera should be suitable for 4”x6” photo prints.
Amateur Cameras:
For users that are knowledgeable about digital photography or want a high-quality camera to learn with, this category is best for you. These cameras offer ease of use with very high specification features, but not a large range of controls that you can get from professional cameras. Typically, you can make up to 11”x17” photo prints with these cameras.
Professional Cameras:
These cameras are intended for professionals to use. The lower-end professional cameras have a similar resolution to some high-end amateur cameras. The main difference is that, they have more elaborate setting control, better lenses, and better flash options. Most of the time, you can use lenses from your older SLR (Single Lens Reflex) film cameras. The resolution on these cameras could exceed 21 megapixels (21 million pixels). This type of camera is intended to produce very high quality prints for newspapers, magazines, and books, or for users who like to have control over how their pictures will look.
Power Conservation Tips:
Turn off the LCD:
When you are not using it, turn the LCD off. If you are low on power and want to make some more pictures, turn the LCD off and use the viewfinder instead. Doing so will increase the battery life of the camera, as LCD screens will eat up a lot of power.
Stop the Zoom:
Some cameras automatically release the lens when you turn the camera on. Unfortunately, it drains power significantly. To prevent this from happening you can change the settings to the sleep mode.
Turn off the Flash:
If you think the lighting is adequate for pictures, turn off the flash. Flashes will consume a large amount of energy, which is wasted if not in use.
Plug it in:
Some cameras have power adapter which allows you to plug in your camera to a wall socket. This will allow you to save your battery power when you are using the camera near a power socket.
Accessories to boost your Digital Experience:
Batteries:
Batteries are an important resource to digital cameras because if there is no power left, you can miss a special moment. If your camera uses disposable alkaline batteries, you should get a set of rechargeable batteries, thus saving you a lot of money in the long run, compared to purchasing new disposable batteries each time. For cameras that use Lithium Ion, it is suggested to purchase a backup battery for instances when you will be away from home for a period longer than 2 hours.
Memory Cards:
Memory card are equivalent to film in digital cameras. Each type of camera will use a different type of card, so make sure to check which card is compatible with your camera. Secure Digital (SD) is currently the most popular because it has become relatively cheap. Capacities of up to 16GB are currently available. Remember, you can never have too much memory, so invest in a larger capacity memory card when you purchase your digital camera. Here is a chart to help you make a decision on the memory card size right for yourself.
Tripods/Monopods:
If you have problems taking sharp, clear images, it could be because your hands were shaking. In order to solve the problem, you can get a tripod or monopod. It is important to keep the cameras steady if you want perfect pictures. A tripod is also important when you want to tweak the settings and take long exposure shots.
Card Readers:
Card readers are essential for any serious digital photographer. Instead of transferring photos directly from the camera, you can use a card reader to transfer them from your memory card straight to your computer. Doing so will conserve the camera’s batteries when transferring pictures.
Cases and Bags:
While digital cameras may be pricey, they can still break if dropped, so be sure to you protect your investment with either a case or bag. Cases make it safer and easier to carry. Cases can also protect your camera from sand, dust, dirt, and water. They are available in all types of sizes and styles. You can even purchase an Underwater Housing Case, allowing you to use your digital camera in water. These cases are more expensive and are only designed for some models. The cases usually come with cameras straps to put the camera around your neck or wrist. This provides an extra layer of protection for your camera, by preventing it from falling to the ground.
Lenses and Flash:
The quality of your photos depends on the quality of your lens. Flashes can help improve the brightness of your pictures. On most cameras, the lenses are built onto the camera, so you don’t have any upgradeability of the lens. But, if you own an SLR camera, you can replace the lens with a higher quality one, with better zoom or a different focal length. Flashes assist you when you are taking photos in low light settings. Most digital cameras have an internal flash that works fine for normal use, but you might want more light for the best possible results.
Important Camera Features:
Resolution:
A photograph is measured in the number of pixels in the picture. A pixel is a tiny dot of color. In digital photography, quality of the photo is megapixels. One-megapixel is the same as one million pixels. Nowadays, most cameras have more than 6 Megapixels, which is more than sufficient for a beginner’s camera.
Zoom:
Zoom is an important factor because it helps you get closer to the subject. There are two types of zoom available in digital cameras, digital and optical zoom. Digital zoom is a way of magnifying the picture by processing techniques. Unfortunately, digital zoom lowers the quality of the image a little. Optical zoom is where the magnification is done by using the camera’s lens. It would be ideal to use the Optical zoom over digital zoom because of the quality difference.
