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Nikon Coolpix S550

Nikon Coolpix S550

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A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 5 out of 5
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  • 5 out of 5
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The Nikon Coolpix S550 packs 10-megapixels and a 5x optical zoom into a small, easy to use point and shoot. A 2.5-inch high-resolution LCD and Electronic Viewfinder makes reviewing images easy. The In-Camera Red-Eye Fix and the enhanced Face Priority Auto Focus ensures that every image comes out clear and crisp, while Electronic VR image stabilization... read more

Specifications

  • 10 megapixels
  • 5x optical zoom
  • Vibration reduction image stabilization
  • 2.5-inch LCD display
  • Secure Digital memory card storage (50MB internal)
  • ISO 64-2000
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Answered Questions for the S550

Q: Is the S60 really worth the money?
A: The reason the S60 is so expensive is because it has a touchscreen. Not really necessary, but nice.If you like... read more
Q: Nikon S550 vs Canon SD1100
A: The Canon tends to give sharper and clearer photos, along with nice contrast especially in daytime photos. Also, the Canon... read more
Q: How is the battery life on the Nikon Coolpix S550?
A: I don't know if I'd go that far to say that the battery life is the only good point. A... read more

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Open Questions for the S550

Q: Which one is better Casio Exilim 10mp or Nikon 550?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: Nikon S550 or Canon SD870IS
10 points for best answer - 8 replies
Q: Nikon Coolpix S550 secure digital memory cards
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  • 4.04 out of 5

Average rating based on 138 total reviews: 4.04/5

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  • 5 out of 5
Beautiful Camera (kinnu - 10/21/08)

Excellent clarity, good zoom and easy handling and its lovely. User friendly.Look is good. Easy handy. Nice camera.read more

  • 5 out of 5
I love it (Athena Rummell - 3/26/08)

Ok im 21 im not a experienced photographer but I have two boys and want to have NICE pictures of them.. i like how easy... read more

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