Nikon Coolpix S9100 Pocket-Megazoom Camera Review

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 matches the optical reach of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 at the top end of the pocket-megazoom market. It also serves up stunning image quality for its reasonable $330 (as of April 13, 2011) price: In our subjective tests, the S9100's photos were on a par with those of much higher-priced cameras such as its sibling, the Nikon Coolpix P7000 ($450), and the Canon PowerShot G12 ($500). And despite that sophisticated firepower, it's also one of the easiest cameras to use right out of the box, thanks to its simple button layout, straightforward menus, and array of automated modes.

The Coolpix S9100 is lighter and slimmer than most pocket megazooms on the market, weighing 7.6 ounces with its NIKON camera battery and card inserted. It's 1.4 inches deep--thin enough to fit into a front shirt pocket or most pants pockets. It's a good-looking camera, too, with a matte-black faceplate and minimal buttons; one thing to test before buying is the camera's ever-so-slightly raised handgrip, which adds to its sleek looks but may not be raised enough to feel secure in your hand.

According to CIPA, the Nikon Coolpix S9100 takes around 270 shots per charge of its lithium ion Nikon Coolpix S9100 battery, which is enough for a battery-life rating of Good.

So far in 2011, the Nikon Coolpix S9100 is our top pick as a fully automated pocket megazoom camera for casual users who couldn't care less about manual controls but still want to take good-looking and creative photos. The S9100 also has the image quality, lens versatility, and creative modes (the post-shot retouch and effects modes, in particular) to keep experienced photographers more engaged than they might expect out of a camera with no manual controls. The Coolpix S9100 knows what it takes to get the best shot in nearly any situation, and then just does it. This camera offers great performance and value for the price.

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