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November 2011
(73%)
85 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(86%)
10 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
73010085
The editors liked
Waterproof (10 m)
Shockproof (1.5 m) and coldproof (10°C)
Responsive (autofocus
Startup)
Easy to use
GPS works faster than in most cameras (except in builtup areas)
Packed with features
Solid build
Waterproof
Shockproof
Freezeproof
GPS geo-tagging and digital compass
Action control
1080p movies and creative movie options
Looks that could kill
Excellent photos even at high ISO
Digital compass is cool
Build quality
Price
Performance
Tough enough to take anywhere
Uncomplicated and easy to use
Delivers excellent image quality outdoors
Slow-motion video capture and Panoramic modes
Brightpictures
Features
Shutterlag
The editors didn't like
Picture quality could be better
Especially from 800 ISO upwards
Sound quality in video mode
Videos are underexposed when filmed indoors
Image noise
Controls can be a little fiddly
Action button controls could be better
Relatively expensive
Choppy pictures at highest ISO settings
Fairly slow zoom
Plastic controls can feel cheap
Lack of manual controls
Almost budget DSLR money
Fiddly controls
Useless GPS
Image quality
Buttons a bit small and tightly clustered
Auto White Balance easily fooled under artificial lighting
Published: 2011-11-28, Author: Christopher , review by: reviewed.com
Abstract: 2011 has been a big year for rugged cameras and Nikon aims to best them all with its new Coolpix AW100. Depending on what kind of adventurer you are, Nikon may have succeeded. The Coolpix AW100 distinguishes itself with an integrated GPS transceiver and d...
Packed with features, Waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof, GPS geo-tagging and digital compass, Action control, 1080p movies and creative movie options
Relatively expensive, Choppy pictures at highest ISO settings, Fairly slow zoom, Plastic controls can feel cheap, Lack of manual controls
ForPacked with featuresWaterproof, shockproof, freezeproofGPS geo-tagging and digital compassAction control1080p movies and creative movie options...
Abstract: The is Nikon's first 'rugged' camera designed for those who lead an adventurous life and need a camera that will suitably do them proud. Waterproof to an impressive 10m the Nikon is truly waterproof, none of this 'splashproof' malarky, shockproof f...
This camera is easy to use and control, especially underwater
The image quality isn't up to par with other cameras in our comparison
The Nikon S33 underwater camera's shining quality is its simple functionality. It doesn't have complicated menus or rows of small buttons, so it's ideal for beginning photographers. Unfortunately, the photo quality is below average when compared to top pe...
Very nice allweather camera: waterproof, dustproof, dropproof, can shoot in freezing weather, 720p and 1080p HD video, and dedicated video button, Bright, highres antireflective 3.0inch wide viewingangle LCD, Good picture quality, Integrated GPS can be ve
Controls very small, Some buttons failed to function at depth, Feature set somewhat playful for a tough outdoor camera, Only one underwater still setting, no underwater video setting, No underwater manual white balance or adjustments, No optional deepwate
the Coolpix AW100 is a decent first attempt at a waterproof outdoor camera after a long absence from this niche. We'd like to see the camera simpler to operate, and the functions and controls better matched to the intended use...
Appealing design, Waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof, Large, textured shutter button, Very little geometric distortion, Close macro shooting, Accurate viewfinder, Fairly high resolution, Fast startup time, Full-autofocus shutter lag is fast, Good s...
Buttons are hard to press, Lens has soft corners that extend fairly far in toward center, both wide and telephoto, Lower contrast at telephoto (not unusual, though), Lens is a little dim (starts at f/3.9), Moderate chromatic aberration in some shots, F...
Overall, the Nikon AW100 worked well enough, but I really did have a tough time with the buttons. They're just too hard to press. I took a lot of shots with EV set inadvertently to underexpose (a whole outing, in fact, which has never happened before -...
The Nikon Coolpix AW100 has good rugged specifications for its price and solid GPS performance. The camera is also fairly easy to use out of the box
The AW100's slow lens requires more use of high ISO settings or slow shutter speeds. Its controls feel spongy and occasionally unresponsive due to the waterproofing and the body's somewhat slippery
The rugged Nikon Coolpix AW100 is a fine choice for shallow water or dry land adventures -- just make sure you have plenty of light.
Abstract: Tough, waterproof point-and-shoot cameras are supposed to be awesome. Small enough to fit in your pocket. Submersible to depths of 40 feet. Able to survive drops from heights above a man's head.We put four of these cameras through gadget hell to determine...
Abstract: Video Review: The Nikon AW100 CoolPix digital camera offers 16 megapixel, a built in GPS, waterproof features and is also shock resistant. Matt Mira joins Kevin Pereira to review the digital camera for its official Seals of Approval....
