Nikon COOLPIX S5100 12.2MP Compact Digital Camera - Black
5x Optical Zoom 28-140mm with Lens Shift VR, 2.7" LCD, 1280 x 720 Video Recording
FREE 4GB Memory Card + Camera Case
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Chargers & Adapters
Nikon MH-63 Battery Charger Photo
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R 329.95 
 
 
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Overview & Features top

Nikon COOLPIX S5100 12.2MP Compact Digital Camera

Features

  • 12.2 effective megapixels
  • 6.7cm(2.7-in) high-resolution LCD
  • NIKKOR wide-angle 5x zoom lens
  • Smart Portrait System
  • Scene Auto Selector
  • Subject Tracking with auto lock-on
  • USB charging via AC adapter (supplied) or PC

Five advanced technologies for beautiful shots, even at night

Advanced flash control and lens shift VR image stabilization combine with enhanced Motion Detection and ISO 3200 capability at any image size to help ensure beautiful results when the lights are low. Auto detection and exposure setting for tripod and handheld shooting further ensures a higher ratio of keepers.

Note: Auto detection functions only when VR image stabilization is turned on in the setup menu and Night Landscape scene mode is selected, either manually or by Scene Auto Selector.

Quick response puts you in control of the moment

With fast start-up time, rapid AF focusing and quick shot-to-shot turnaround time, the COOLPIX S5100 keeps you ready at all times to preserve those special moments.

Stylishly slim and expressively colorful

The rounded edges of its easy-to-carry body are complemented by a rich selection of equally attractive colors to make the COOLPIX S5100 as much of a pleasure to carry as it is to express your personal style.

One-touch HD movie recording

A single press of a button lets you begin recording 720p high-definition movies with ease and speed that ensures you capture the moment.
What's in the Box top
  • CoolPix S5100 Camera
  • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
  • Charging AC Adapter
  • USB Cable
  • Audio Video Cable
  • Strap
  • ViewNX 2 (CD-ROM)
Specification top
General
Model
<not specified>
Color
Black
Type
Compact
 
Sensor
Effective Megapixels
12.2 megapixels
Sensor Type
1/2.3" CCD
ISO Sensitivity
100 - 1600
-
 
Display
Viewfinder
-
LCD Size
2.7 inch
LCD Resolution
230,000 pixels
Touch Screen
-
Swivel Screen
-
 
Lens
Optical Zoom (x)
5x
Digital Zoom (x)
2x
Focal Length
28 - 140 mm
-
Aperture @ Wide
f/2.7
Aperture @ Telephoto
f/6.6
 
Image Recording
Max Resolution (H)
4,000
Max Resolution (V)
3,000
File Format
JPEG
 
Movie Recording
Max Video Resolution
1280 x 720
x
Frames Per Second (FPS)
<not specified>
Sound Recording
<not specified>
File Format
<not specified>
 
Manual Controls
Manual Focus
-
Manual Exposure
-
Manual White Balance
-
 
Other Features
Image Stabilization
Lens shift VR
Print Compliance
-
Waterproof
-
 
Interfaces
Digital Interface
Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 
A/V Output
Yes
 
Storage
Included Memory Card
<not specified>
Memory Card Type
SDHX
Secure Digital (SD) 
Memory Card Capacity
<not specified>
Internal Memory
32 MB
 
Power
Battery Type
Lithium-Ion Rechargeable
Photos: Count per Charge
200
 
Physical Characteristics
Weight
132 grams
Width
97 mm
Height
57 mm
Depth
22 mm
 
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Ratings & Summary
Overall score (287)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
8.2/10
Expert score (20)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6.8/10
User score (267)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
7.9/10
 
Design (3)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
8.1/10
Value for money (7)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
9.4/10
Features (8)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
7.2/10
Ease of use (5)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
8.8/10
Performance (7)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
7.2/10
Picture quality (11)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
8.1/10
Display (8)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
9.7/10
PROS• easy to use • good value for money • good image quality • nice body color • fast/accurate auto-focus
Expert Reviews
DigitalVersus
11 January 2011
Nikon Coolpix S5100
TN Screen Regular readers will know that we're not fans of TN screen panels here at DigitalVersus, as this type of technology makes viewing angles very tight. With the Nikon Coolpix S5100, this can be seen when you try and take a picture above your head, such as above a crowd of people, for example. Read more ...
PROSStylish front face, Simple controls and menus, Fast, responsive, Separate video record button
CONSLow-definition screen with poor viewing angles, Image quality not consistent accross the frame in wide-angle mode, Blurring in telephoto mode, Video mode with no optical zoom and mono sound
4.0/10
ePHOTOzine
1 January 2011
Nikon Coolpix S5100 review
Gary Wolstenholme takes a look at Nikon's Coolpix S5100. A slimline 12 megapixel compact digital camera sporting a 5x zoom lens with vibration reduction. Read more ...
PROSGood performance at high sensitivities, Sharp, colourful images, Slim design, 5x zoom with wide angle, Good value for money
CONSOccasionally misfocuses at wide end of the zoom, Charging is via a proprietary USB cable, which means you're stuck if you lose it
9.0/10
CNET
22 October 2010
Nikon Coolpix S5100 review Review
The Nikon Coolpix S5100 is a reasonably priced, attractive and generally competent pocket camera for those who really do just want to point and shoot. Read more ...
PROSDiminutive dimensions, Lightweight yet sturdy, Beginner-friendly, Sharp results in ideal conditions
CONSNo handgrip, White-balance issues
7.0/10
User Reviews
Amazon
18 December 2011
To the buyers from the continent.
The value for money of this camera is good. The position of the flash however can easily be covered with a finger when shooting. To the buyers from the continent: Be carefull, there is no adaptor included for the continent AC plug! Read more ...
8.0/10
CNET
31 January 2011
nice choice for a reasonable price! Read more ...
PROScheap but very satisfied
CONScannot edit picture in it
8.0/10
Ebay
25 April 2012
Great buying experience and GREAT price.
Love the slim design, easily fits in a pocket, great pic quality, clear, and wonderful price. Had a Sony camera before, Very pleased with Nikon so far, and glad I made the purchase. Highly recommend. Read more ...
10.0/10