Nikon Coolpix S7C
Digital Camera Review
Sep 29, 2006
- By Emily Raymond
The Nikon Coolpix S7c was announced August 24 and released this month before being shown off at Photokina in Germany. The new digital camera succeeds the popular ultra-slim S6 model and comes with updated wireless technology. This time, the camera stores up to 30 email addresses so users can send pictures directly from the camera. The 7.1-megapixel digital camera has the same wave design as its previous S-siblings and comes with a 3x optical zoom lens with vibration reduction. The Nikon Coolpix S7c retails for $349.
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Value
The price of wireless cameras has obviously gone down. Even last year, similar models were selling for $499. Now the Nikon Coolpix S7c is retailing for $349. The S7c has lucrative features like a skinny portable body and its wireless connectivity. It has an interesting one-touch portrait button that accesses cool technology and comes with the usual gamut of automatic and scene modes. At $349, this Coolpix is fairly priced.
Who It’s For
Point-and-Shooters – These consumers will love the wave design that allows comfortable storage in a pocket so they can go anywhere and take pictures. They will also appreciate the automated modes and the simple interface.
Budget Consumers – For $349, the S7c is a decent price considering it has wireless technology. The camera is ultra-slim and users pay for the convenience too. This is a decent price, but some budget consumers may have to pass up the wireless technology and aim for a similar camera without the frilly WiFi.
Gadget Freaks – Gadget freaks will appreciate the time lapse photography and stop-motion movies and will perhaps be intrigued by the wireless technology, but will otherwise be bored with the automated modes and limited settings.
Manual Control Freaks – These consumers will shun the Nikon Coolpix S7c because it only allows access to automated modes and offers limited access to manual functions.
Pros/ Serious Hobbyists – Not even a glance will be granted from pros or serious hobbyists. The automated options aren’t great, and neither are the pictures.