12 Mpx, 1 / 2.3 CCD sensor
 4 x 27-108mm f3.2-5.9 lens
 Optical stabilization no
 Internal / external memory47 / SD
 Sensitivity (ISO range) ISO 80-3200
 Video mode 640 x 480 pixels / 30 fps
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 The Nikon Coolpix S3000 takes over from the S220 and offers fans of the genre 7 even sharper colors than its predecessor. It has a 12 Mpx sensor and a 27-108 mm zoom, but no mechanical stabilization: it relies above all on its style and a low price to win.


 Getting started

 The S3000 is an ultra-compact with a plastic shell all in delicate, thin and smooth lines. The keys are flush and only the zoom control and the shutter release button give a touch of relief to the whole. Unfortunately, this too smooth appearance can affect the grip: typically, the small chrome thumb rest is not very reassuring and we fear a bad fall.



 Its sexy side evaporates when you turn it on: the screen is mediocre. The 230,000 points ensure just correct finesse. Fluency is not his strong point. It displays a delay time on moving subjects. In low light the dark areas become blocked and tingling appears. Best of all, the screen is a TN panel with excruciatingly narrow viewing angles on the vertical axis (see photos below).