Digital Cameras - Reviews

Review Date: 18-AUG-2009

Nikon D3000

RRP: $799.00

The Nikon D3000 isn't designed to 'wow' people, but instead to teach people. It's a digital SLR camera with in-built guides that can help novices select the appropriate shooting mode and settings depending on the style of photo they want to take. It's image quality is good overall, but it's no match for a mid-range D-SLR.

Review Date: 27-APR-2009

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Nikon D5000

RRP: $1499.00

Nikon's D5000 is an easy-to-use digital SLR. It's not a big camera, so it won't be too hard to carry on outdoor adventures and overseas trips — unless you also pack plenty of lenses and accessories. We recommend it for anyone who wants to make the leap from a compact camera to a digital SLR.

Review Date: 30-MAR-2009

Nikon CoolPix L100

RRP: $499.00

Despite being a very automatic camera, the Nikon CoolPix L100 has left us with a good impression overall. We think it’s a good model to consider if you want a camera with a big zoom that’s also very simple to operate.

Review Date: 25-MAR-2009

Nikon CoolPix S620

RRP: $579.00

The Nikon CoolPix S620 is an above average product that excels in several areas, most notably size and speed. It's also very stylish and comes with plenty of beginner-friendly features. Well worth checking out.

Review Date: 24-MAR-2009

Nikon CoolPix S630

RRP: $499.00

The CoolPix S630 isn't one of Nikon's best digital cameras. With sub-par image quality and an unconventional shape, it fails to be anything other than halfway decent. Still, if you're in need of a powerful optical zoom and a versatile continuous shooting mode, this camera will get the job done.

Review Date: 10-MAR-2009

Nikon CoolPix S230

RRP: $379.00

The Nikon CoolPix S230 is an impressive compact camera that ticks every box on the casual photographer’s wish-list. With that being said, the cheaper Nikon CoolPix S220 offers an identical imaging performance, albeit without a swanky touch screen.

Review Date: 27-FEB-2009

Nikon CoolPix S220

RRP: $279.00

The Nikon CoolPix S220 is a solid little performer that offers a good performance across the board. Minor imaging issues are made up for by the great design and affordable price tag.

Review Date: 19-FEB-2009

Nikon D3x

RRP: $13999.00

At twice the megapixel count of the earlier D3, the Nikon D3x is suitable for immensely detailed landscape and nature photography. However, there are not enough additional features to justify a price almost twice that of the Nikon D3.

Review Date: 19-DEC-2008

Nikon COOLPIX P6000

RRP: $749.00

The P6000 is capable of taking some wonderful shots, but it is also slow camera and one of its hallmark features — the built-in GPS — didn’t work during our tests. These problems, along with a high asking price, dampen our enthusiasm for what is otherwise one of Nikon’s better compact camera offerings.

Review Date: 10-DEC-2008

Nikon CoolPix S60

RRP: $549.00

A solid touch-screen compact camera, the Nikon CoolPix S60 will suit users after a simple yet stylish and sophisticated compact.

Review Date: 03-DEC-2008

Nikon CoolPix S610c

RRP: $529.00

Nikon's CoolPix S610c is a solid compact camera with a few notable problems. It takes fairly good snaps and has wireless connectivity; however, uploading photos can be slow. The camera itself is incredibly slow at times, which makes for a frustrating user experience.

Review Date: 02-DEC-2008

Nikon CoolPix S710

RRP: $549.00

Nikon's CoolPix S710 would be a fantastic compact if not for its incredibly slow performance. Its shots look good, with excellent detail and well-balanced colours. It also sports a bevy of nifty features. However, the speed issues really damage the user experience.

Review Date: 23-OCT-2008

Nikon CoolPix S560

RRP: $449.00

It won't produce fantastic pictures but if you're after a no-fuss camera for the occasional happy snap then maybe the Nikon CoolPix S560 will fit the bill.

Review Date: 16-OCT-2008

Nikon COOLPIX S610

RRP: $479.00

Nikon's CoolPix S610 would have been quite an impressive unit if it wasn't for its extremely slow shutter speed and shot-to-shot lag. As it stands it still captures fairly good snaps and has some nifty features, but can be irritatingly slow at times.

Review Date: 01-OCT-2008

Nikon D90

RRP: $1549.00

As the first SLR to shoot video footage, Nikon's D90 is certainly an appealing product. The video mode itself still needs some work but it is fine for casual use and the still image capabilities are top notch as always making this another impressive, feature-rich mid-range D-SLR.