Excellent color accuracy
Strong resolution scores
Mediocre noise performance
Lackluster image stabilization
Introduction
The Nikon S4100 is the 2011 replacement for our pick for last year’s Budget Point & Shoot of the Year. While the new Coolpix is certainly an improvement over the S4000, we were disappointed to so few improvements—and a handful of… un-improvements.
The Nikon Coolpix S4100 launched with an MSRP of $179.95 and is available in black, bronze, purple, red, silver, and plum (pictured).
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Page 1
Product Tour
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Page 2
Color
Excellent color accuracy, without the added versatility of color modes or controls. Read More... |
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Noise
Mediocre noise performance can only be helped by using the camera’s auto ISO limiter to cap the ISO around 400. Read More... |
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Resolution
Resolution scores are very strong, but stabilization is less effective than on last year’s model. Read More... |
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Video
Video is incredibly underwhelming, with mediocre color, poor sharpness, and a limitation of 720p recording. Read More... |
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Sample Photos
A gallery of photos taken with the Nikon Coolpix S4100 Read More... |
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Playback
Some interesting and easy-to-use features to stand out from the hum-drum crowd. Read More... |
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Casio EX-S200 Comparison
 We compare the S4100 to the EX-S200. Read More... |
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Canon 500 HS Comparison
 We compare the S4100 to the ELPH 500 HS. Read More... |
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Nikon S4000 Comparison
 We compare the S4100 to the S4000. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Nikon Coolpix S4100. Read More... |
Page 12
Photo Gallery
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Part 13
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Nikon Coolpix S4100. Add your comments... |
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