Product Name
Nikon COOLPIX S9100 12.1MP Compact Digital Camera with 18x Optical Zoom, 25-450mm Wide-Angle Lens, Full HD 1080P Video, Anti-Shake, 3.0-inch LCD Screen (2011 Model)
Product Description
Released in 2011, the Nikon COOLPIX S9100 is a classic compact superzoom camera that combines powerful performance with ultra-portable design, perfect for travel, family gatherings, and daily shooting. Equipped with a 12.1-megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor and an 18x Nikkor optical zoom lens (equivalent to 25-450mm in 35mm format), it covers everything from wide-angle landscapes to long-distance close-ups, meeting all your shooting needs in one device.
With the combination of image-sensor shift and electronic vibration reduction (VR) for still photos and electronic VR for videos, you can capture sharp, blur-free images even in low light or when shooting moving subjects. The 3.0-inch 921,000-dot TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating provides clear viewing and easy operation, whether you’re framing shots or reviewing photos.
This camera supports Full HD 1080P/30fps video recording in H.264 format with AAC stereo sound, allowing you to record wonderful moments with vivid details and clear audio. It also features 16 scene modes (Portrait, Landscape, Night Scene, Sports, etc.), panorama stitching, beauty mode, and high-speed continuous shooting (up to 8 frames per second), making it easy for beginners to take professional-looking photos without complicated settings.
Compact and lightweight (only 214g with battery), the S9100 fits easily in your pocket or camera bag, making it your ideal travel companion. It uses an EN-EL12 rechargeable lithium-ion battery, providing approximately 200 shots per charge (CIPA standard), and supports SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards for expanded storage (built-in memory is about 74MB).
Key Specifications
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Image Sensor: 1/2.3-inch back-illuminated CMOS, 12.1 effective megapixels, approximately 12.75 total megapixels
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Lens: Nikkor 18x optical zoom lens, 4.5-81.0mm focal length (equivalent to 25-450mm in 35mm format), f/3.5-5.9 aperture, 12 elements in 11 groups (including 2 ED glass elements)
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Vibration Reduction: Combination of image-sensor shift and electronic VR (still photos); Electronic VR (videos)
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LCD Screen: 3.0-inch TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating, 921,000 dots, approximately 97% frame coverage in shooting mode and 100% in playback mode
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Video Recording: Full HD 1920×1080P/30fps, H.264 (MPEG-4 AVC) format, AAC stereo sound
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ISO Sensitivity: 160-3200, Auto (160-800), Fixed Range Auto (160-400), High-Speed Continuous (160-3200)
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Autofocus: Contrast-detect AF, support for Face Priority, Auto (9-area), Center, Manual (99 focus areas), Subject Tracking
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Macro Shooting: Minimum 4cm (wide-angle end) to infinity
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Storage: SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards, built-in memory about 74MB, compatible with DCF, EXIF 2.3, DPOF
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Battery: Rechargeable Li-ion battery EN-EL12, approximately 200 shots per charge (CIPA)
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Dimensions & Weight: 104.8×62×34.6mm (4.2×2.5×1.4 inches), approximately 214g (7.6oz) with battery
Pros & Cons
Pros:
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Versatile 25-450mm focal range, covering wide-angle to super telephoto
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Compact and lightweight design, easy to carry for travel and daily use
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Reliable vibration reduction system, ensuring sharp images and videos
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Full HD 1080P video recording with stereo sound
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4cm macro shooting for close-up details
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Back-illuminated CMOS sensor, better noise control in low light
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16 scene modes and easy operation, suitable for beginners
Cons:
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Average high-sensitivity performance, obvious noise when ISO > 800
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Small aperture at telephoto end (f/5.9), not ideal for low-light telephoto shooting
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No manual exposure mode, limited professional control
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Non-touch LCD screen, less convenient for operation
Suitable For
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Travel and family users: All-in-one lens for landscapes, distant views, and performances
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Beginner photographers: Easy to operate with rich scene modes, no complicated settings required
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Backup camera users: Compact size and light weight, easy to carry as a secondary camera
Accessories:
EN-EL12 battery,
charger,
memory card.