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Nikon Coolpix 3100

Nikon Coolpix 3100

1214 reviews

Apr, 2024

Positive
usability (342)
portability (184)
image quality (163)
price (156)
performance (136)

Negative
durability (38)
flash (33)
shutter (21)
reliability (21)
low-light (7)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1214 reviews of Nikon Coolpix 3100. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the price and portability. The image quality and performance also get good feedback, whereas there are some mixed opinions about the focus. There are some negative views about the low light performance and shutter.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Nikon Coolpix 3100 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Nikon Coolpix 3100

alaTest has collected and analyzed 105 user reviews of Nikon Coolpix 3100 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the image quality and portability. The performance and battery are also mentioned favorably, but the exposure and memory get critical comments.

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92% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Nikon Coolpix 3100

alaTest has collected and analyzed 265 user reviews of Nikon Coolpix 3100 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the portability and price. The size and image quality are also mentioned favorably. The low light performance and shutter get less positive views. Comments are divided on the performance.

usability, image quality, size, price, portability

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70% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Stuart Miles (pocket-lint.com)

Nikon Coolpix 3100

While the product images of the Nikon Coolpix 3100 make it out to be larger than most 3 mega pixel digital cameras on the market, in the hand it is very small and compact.

Charger included

Slightly expensive on introduction

Overall this camera is a good starter in the realms of digital imaging. It is more expensive that the other entry level cameras from Olympus, Kodak and Sony to mention a few, however you do get a charger included in the box, a hassle saved from the...

Dec, 2003

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Expert review by (photoxels.com)

Nikon Coolpix 3100 Review

This Nikon Coolpix 3100 Review is based on a production model. All sample images are unretouched, except where specified.

Oct, 2003

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Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Nikon Coolpix 3100

The Nikon Coolpix 3100 we're looking at here is a better specified version of the Coolpix 2100. These type of cameras are aimed at a growing market of people new to digital photography who want an easy to use camera which is reasonably priced and...

Compact and lightweight design; Fast operation and easy to use; Good image quality; Competitively priced; Good range of features for the price; Supplied with rechargeable batteries

Lack of manual modes may frustrate some

Aug, 2003

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Expert review by : PC Magazine (pcmag.com)

Nikon Coolpix 3100

There's no mistaking the Nikon Coolpix 3100 for anything but a high-quality camera at the right price. Conventional in appearance and comfortable to use, with lots of assistance to make shooting easy and fun, the Coolpix 3100 offers basic...

Sep, 2004

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Expert review by : Sally Wiener Grotta (pcmag.com)

NIKON COOLPIX 3100

Sep, 2003

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Expert review by : Phil Askey (dpreview.com)

Nikon Coolpix 3100 Review

Nikon introduced the Coolpix 3100 (three megapixel) and Coolpix 2100 (two megapixel) digital cameras. Although both models are based around the same body, operation and control setup there are some subtle differences. They have different lenses,...

Aug, 2003

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Expert review by : Jeff Keller (pcworld.com)

Nikon Coolpix 3100

Intuitive menus and scene modes ; Manual white balance ; Supports external flash

Unimpressive movie mode ; Noise and red-eye in images ; No AF illuminator

Jul, 2003

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Expert review by : Alan Stafford (pcworld.com)

Nikon 3100 Camera Review - PCWorld

Though it doesn't feel as rock-solid as the equally small Canon PowerShot Digital Elph models, the Coolpix 3100 is an ounce lighter and costs significantly less. What it lacks in sophistication it makes up in ease of use, making it an ideal...

Jun, 2003

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Expert review by : Denny Atkin (cnet.com)

Nikon Coolpix 3100 review

Nikon Coolpix 3100

Numerous shooting presets; intelligent control layout.

Relatively bulky body; short, silent, fixed-duration videos.

This is a good but not outstanding 3-megapixel compact camera with a great point-and-shoot feature set.

Jun, 2003

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Expert review by : Steve's Digicams (steves-digicams.com)

Nikon Coolpix 3100

Physical Views The Coolpix 3100 compared to a standard CD disc. The Coolpix 3100 and the 2-Megapixel Coolpix 2100 Continue on to the Features & Controls Page Coolpix 3100 Specifications CCD 1/1.8-in. high-density CCD 3.2 million effective pixels Image...

Feb, 2003

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