Nikon Coolpix S520 review
Review Date: 5th May 2008
Nikon Coolpix S520
Price: £160.00
The 8-megapixel Nikon Coolpix S520 is a style-led compact with a 3x optical zoom and Vibration Reduction among its features.
Pros
Sturdy design, good operational speed
Cons
Image quality generally poor
| Design | 18/20 |
| Image Quality | 14/20 |
| Performance | 17/20 |
| Value | 15/20 |
| Features | 17/20 |
| Score | 81% |
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Main Review
The Coolpix S520 is one of Nikon’s latest ‘Style’ compacts, seeing an 8MP sensor paired with a 3x optical zoom lens. ISO capabilities stretch from 64-2000, with Nikon’s Vibration Reduction and D-lighting helping images out.
At around 22mm thick it’s not the slimmest of compacts, but its brushed aluminium front and sturdy overall construction give it a feeling of solidity.
Image Quality
Image quality is rather disappointing. Centre sharpness is satisfactory but this drops off towards edges and corners. The lens also exhibits signs of barrelling, and noise plagues shadow areas at low sensitivities. Green fringing can also make itself known, with the camera’s only saving grace being in its generally sound metering system.
Verdict
The S520's images sadly do not match its stylish form and make it rather poor value for money.
Reviewer: WDC Team
Full specification
| Weight | 115g | Dimensions | 94 x 53 x 22.5mm |
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| Sensor | 8.29mp, 1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: approx. 8.29 million | Lens | 5.7-17.1mm (35-105mm) |
| File Formats | JPEG | LCD | 2.5in, 153k-dot, TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
| Shutter Speeds | - | Exposure Modes | - |
| ISO Range | 64-2000 | Metering System | - |
| Flash Modes | - | White Balance | - |
| Memory Card | SD/SDHC + 23MB internal memory | Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
| Power | Li-ion Battery | Other | - |
Manufacturer Website: http://www.europe-nikon.com
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