5 Responses for "Nikon Coolpix S70 12.1MP Digital Camera with 3.5-inch OLED Touch Screen and 5x Wide Angle Optical Vibration Reduction"

1. Bob D. July 29th, 2010 at 2:17 pm 1

   When I first read the specs on this camera I was very excited about getting my hands on it. I was especially interested in the OLED touch screen and the compact lens design. I went ahead and purchased the camera despite the mixed reviews it has received so far.

   There are several problems with this camera. First, I took a number of shots both indoor and out on several settings and the picture quality is not very good. The pictures taken on my old 5 MP Minolta Dimage are far superior to this camera. Second, the design of the camera makes it almost completely unusable in normal shooting situations. The OLED screen takes up the entire back of the camera and is very touch sensitive. I found myself inadvertently activating functions without intending to. Also, the location of the lens is so close to the side of the camera my fingers continually ended up getting in the photo. So between the touchscreen and the lens location you end up with a continual camera holding balancing act that you can’t win.

   Overall a great feature set, but less than adequate picture quality and design. I returned it and purchased the Panasonic DMC-ZS3, and having now tried it out it beats the Nikon hands down.
   Rating: 1 / 5

2. Just a guy July 29th, 2010 at 2:31 pm 2

   I think this is a great camera and have achieved some terrific pictures with it. The problem, as stated in another review, is that the image sensor does not do well with high ISOs. I find that setting it to max out at around 800 yields the best photos. The VR zoom is a huge benefit to keep photos in focus. I recommend using a fast memory card to reduce (and eliminate) shutter lag.

   The only drawback is the touchscreen in the back. When I first started using the camera I found myself touching it inadvertantly and doing things I didn’t intend. With a small amount of experience with the camera I don’t do that anymore and I have learned where to put my fingers to avoid the touchscreen. The screen itself is beautiful – among the very best I have seen on a camera back (I suspect it is similar to the one I have on my D3000 Nikon SLR – although that isn’t a touch screen). The touch sensitivity cannot be altered (as far as I can tell), so it still poses an issue when I you hand the camera to someone else to take a photo.

   Overall, I really like the camera and it takes nice photos when set correctly. The touchscreen and lack of quality high ISO result in the deduction of one star – I would probably have given 3 1/2 if I could, but the high quality of Nikon products generally biases me towards rounding up, not down.
   Rating: 4 / 5

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4. Stephen L. Winarto July 29th, 2010 at 5:04 pm 4

   Have this black nikon s70 for two weeks and loving every bit of it!!! very easy to use with auto mode! loving the touch screen tech and clarity of video !! use when i went snowboarding, ,am amazed at how the pictures turn out to be clear on fast moving object! am getting another one since i lost mine in the ski resort restroom!bummer! Have to get another one regardless the price, just loving this camera!
   
   the size is slightly bigger and its not slim, but its OK. the 5x zoom works wonder with the touch screen zoom in and out! i am in no way a camera expert but this camera has a lot of features yet easy to use!gonna buy another one now!!look around and u will find a deal, i got the first one for $255 from adorama and this one frm amazon for $232. 49!! what a deal! =)
   
   Rating: 5 / 5

5. Eugene Zopp July 29th, 2010 at 6:10 pm 5

   Another Super Buy from Amazon. com. I have come to check this site before I make any retail purchase because of their super prices and quality of merchandise. This Nikon Coolpix s70 is just another example. The $239. 99 price was by far the best price I could find anywhere. The shipping was free and fast. I love all the features of the camera and the quality of the pics. Now I can email my grandkid pics and put them on my facebook account with great ease. This is a very user friendly camera. Just read the instruction manual and go for it! Plus I was able to find added accessories on Amazon at very reasonable prices. For example I was able to find a backup battery for the camera at a fraction of the retail price. I will be back!
   Rating: 5 / 5