It’s probably fair to say that of the 12-megapixel compact cameras that I’ve reviewed so far, I haven’t found many that I liked. Most have had distinctly sub-standard image quality, nearly all of them are are overpriced, and even the few relatively good ones are disappointing compared to similar lower-resolution models. It was with some surprise therefore that I found myself genuinely impressed by today’s camera, the new Nikon Coolpix S700.
The S700 is currently the top-of-the-range model in Nikon’s premium ultra-compact S (Style) series, and as one might expect it has an impressive specification. As well as its 12.1-megapixel 1/1.72-in. CCD it features an f/2.8 - f/5.4 3x zoom Nikkor lens (equivalent to 37-111mm) with optical image stabilisation, a 2.7-inch 230k LCD monitor with an anti reflective and scratch resistant acrylic coating, optional D-lighting in playback mode, face detection and 3200 ISO maximum sensitivity. One interesting point is that unlike most other digital cameras the megapixel rating doesn’t appear anywhere on the body.
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