Nikon Coolpix S51 8.1MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Vibration Reduction Zoom (Magenta)

I got this camera about two months ago after I had gave up on my nikon d80.I needed a camera thats was more on my level but delievered good performance.I got the most amazing shots,and people can't believe it came from a digital camera.I'm no expert photographer,I feel as if people need 2 start off somewhere & having this camera will allow you 2 do so.
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First the plus side:
The camera is slim, lightweight, well constructed flash guide is good too, but not as good as the s50 4 some reason, large LCD screen is top notch.

Now 4 the negatives:
Absolutely the SLOWEST point & shoot camera at night that I've used since the 90's!
During the day it is not so noticeable, but at night you press the button down, the orange glow lights up peoples smiling faces than nothing, sometimes it takes a painstaking 10 seconds 2 take one shot at night! while other times at it's best it takes 3-4 seconds... still too long 4 any modern point & shoot. I think that Nikon, a leader in camera innovation should be embarrassed 2 have their name on the front of this camera. Buy a Casio or Cannon instead they are both slim & take much faster photos!

My friends with 3.0 mp cameras get better pictures.

Really grainy
No vibrant colors
Pictures often come out unclear (shakes a lot)

Pros...
lots of features but a camera is 4 taking pictures & this takes crappy pictures.
Camera looks cool, big screen.

I'd say don't buy, you can find something better.

Great Camera. Very pleased with it. Only concern is the delay after taking a picture & trying 2 review it immediately. I would've liked 2 know the specific features of the camera before perchasing it, such as if there were specific settings 4 certain conditions (action, soft, indoor, outdoor/bright, etc.) Other than that, I am satisfied with this camera.

I bought this one because I had the same camera but sat on it. Great price 4 great quality, fast delivery as well.

Seize the day, moment by photogenic moment, with the Nikon Coolpix S51. With the 3x zoom NIKKOR lens, you've got the quality optics 2 capture a great image, while the 8.1 megapixels ensure a fine high resolution 4 large prints & images. This model also has VR Optical Image Stabilization built in, eliminating motion blur from even the shakiest photographer's work. You can use the One Touch Portrait Button 2 focus on faces & instantly fix red-eye, & the Auto adjusts up 2 ISO 1600, so you can even shoot in low light. When you're done, you can review & show off your pictures on the 3.0 inch high definition LCD monitor. Finally, its slim, compact design lets it find a home in any pocket or bag until the next memorable moment comes along. 3.0-inch high-level contrast LCD monitor with anti-reflection coating High sensitivity of up 2 ISO1600, High-Sensitivity mode Three Unique Nikon Image Innovations 4 high performance - Face-priority AF, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix & D-Lighting Face-priority AF can be selected outside of Scene Modes Sophisticated wave-surface design characteristic of COOLPIX S series Stores images on SD & SDHC memory cards (13MB memory built-in, additional 1GB memory card or higher recommended) Slim & compact, stylish black exterior Aluminum front panel exuding a sense of high quality, metal-plated side panel AV out 4 viewing images on TV screen USB 4 data transfer 2 Windows PC or Macintosh computer Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) - Approx. 3.6 x 2.3 x 0.8 in. (92.5 x 59 x 21 mm) excluding projections; Weight - Approx. 4.4 oz.(125 g) without battery & SD memory card