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Title: Camera question--Nikon Coolpix S2??
Post by: flatlander on February 17, 2006, 10:55:12 AM

Anybody have any experience with this camera?

Title: Re: Camera question--Nikon Coolpix S2??
Post by: plumbob on February 17, 2006, 12:37:53 PM

Don't know the S2, but I have the 5400 that I got from Woolly. Its been a great camera takes great Macro shots. Don't think you could go wrong with any of the coolpix line.

Title: Re: Camera question--Nikon Coolpix S2??
Post by: flatlander on February 17, 2006, 13:00:55 PM

Plumbob,

I actually have the 5400 too and love it. However, it's a little on the larger side compared to some of the credit card-sized cameras they're making now. Furthermore, it's not splash proof. I carry the 5400 in the back of my vest in a waterproof bag, which (out of admitted laziness) has kept me from fishing it out to take a picture on more than one occasion. Saw the S2 the other day and was thinking how much easier it would be to drop it in a shirt or vest pocket.

Title: Re: Camera question--Nikon Coolpix S2??
Post by: Woolly Bugger on February 17, 2006, 13:52:48 PM

I have a Nikon 500 (same size as the 5400) and have found that by stuffing it into the front top zippered pocket I have a secure but very accessable place to store it.
I carry a ziplock it case it startd to rain. If I dunk the camer...? well then it's time to get a new one!

Here is a review of the S2 http://www.letsgodigital.org/html/review/nikon/s2/nikon_s2.html

Cnet has a review too http://reviews-zdnet.com.com/Nikon_Coolpix_S2/4505-6501_16-31396070.html
google for more user info....

and post the results.. ;D

Title: Re: Camera question--Nikon Coolpix S2??
Post by: flatlander on February 17, 2006, 14:44:42 PM

Thanks WB. I had read the letsgodigital preview, but hadn't found the zdnet review. 5.8 out of 10. Hmmmm?

Title: Re: Camera question--Nikon Coolpix S2??
Post by: fjnardo on March 29, 2006, 00:24:32 AM

I have had it about 2 weeks now and it is great. I am very happy with the detailed shots and a super macro for all of the bugs I shoot. The camera isn't too bulky and I carry it in the Simm's waterproof camera bag on my belt. It is very user friendly and a reasonable price.

Title: Re: Camera question--Nikon Coolpix S2??
Post by: Woolly Bugger on March 29, 2006, 07:40:05 AM

Quote from: fjnardo on March 29, 2006, 00:24:32 AM
I have had it about 2 weeks now and it is great. I am very happy with the detailed shots and a super macro for all of the bugs I shoot. The camera isn't too bulky and I carry it in the Simm's waterproof camera bag on my belt. It is very user friendly and a reasonable price.

Well let's see some pictures then!!!!

Title: Re: Camera question--Nikon Coolpix S2??
Post by: fjnardo on March 29, 2006, 11:01:11 AM

Here are a couple quick ones:

Keep in mind that this first Hex is wiggling! ;D
(http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid202/p3ff2a426bd3c5ed4eaace8ff2034ed54/efdedc12.jpg)
(http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid202/p7e445c001919a5595de54c44981ed2dc/efdedbf4.jpg)

Pretentious Snobby Bastard Fly Fishing!

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