Nikon COOLPIX SQ Digital Camera

The Coolpix SQ is Nikon's newest compact, lightweight digital still camera with a high resolution imager and a swiveling Nikkor 3x zoom lens. It features an entirely new body design, unlike anything ever seen before in the Coolpix family. The Coolpix SQ is truly "pocket size" and highly durable thanks to an all-metal body. It's an easy-to-use mid- range model with superior image quality that will satisfy the needs of beginners to advanced amateurs. Minimize

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Manufacturer: Nikon

Product MPN
MPN	COOLPIX SQ
Key Features
Camera Type	Standard Point and Shoot
Resolution	3.34 Megapixel
LCD Screen Size	1.5 in.
Optical Zoom	3x
Digital Zoom	4x
Weight	0.39 lb.
Lens
Interchangeable Lens	Not Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom	3x
35mm Zoom Lens	37 - 111 mm
Focus Type	Autofocus
Focus Range	12 in. to Infinity (w)
Macro Focus Range	1.6 in. to Infinity (w)
Focal Length	5.6 - 16.8 mm
Image Quality
Image Sensor Type	CCD
Camera Resolution	3.34 Megapixel
Image Resolutions	640 x 480 • 2016 x 1512 • 1600 x 1200 • 1024 x 768
Video
Video Resolutions	320 x 240
Video Speed	15 fps
Max Movie Length	40 Seconds
Video Format	QuickTime
Exposure Control
Aperture Range	f5.4 (w) - f2.7/f4.8 (w/t)
Shutter Speed	2 - 1/2000 sec
White Balance	Auto • Manual
Frames Per Second	2 Frames
Storage
Memory Type	CompactFlash Card Type I
Compression Modes	Fine • Normal • Basic
Compression Type	JPEG
File Size (High Res.)	1.78 MB (72 images on 128MB card)
File Size (Low Res.)	0.47 MB (about 272 images on 128MB card)
Flash
ISO Speeds	Auto • 100 • 200 • 80
Flash Type	Built-In
Flash Functions	Flash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
Viewfinder / Display
Viewfinder	Without Viewfinder
LCD Screen	With LCD Screen
LCD Screen Resolution	117,600 pixels
LCD Protected Position	Without LCD Protected Position
Interfaces
Interface Type	USB
Video Interface	Video Out
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Included Features
Self Timer	10 Sec. • 3 Sec.
Built-in MP3 Player	Unknown
System Requirements
Operating System	Apple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Dimensions
Width	3.2 in.
Depth	1 in.
Height	3.2 in.
Weight	0.39 lb.
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Nikon COOLPIX
Included Accessories	Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Cradle / Docking Station • Hand Strap • 16 MB Memory Card • Lithium Battery • AC Power Adapter • Lens Cap
UPC	018208255115

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By: kpohkian
Jun 11, 2003

Nikon SQ A camera to hold and behold

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Pros: Beautiful design with a solid feel.Fast.Easy right hand use.

Cons: Lens not protected.Menu not intuitive.

Bottom Line:
A camera to keep. It will become a classic Read More

By: vadim69
Jun 22, 2003

It's our toy, when the D1X is at home

Author's Rating:

Pros: it's compact, it's compact and it's sexy too.

Cons: It's not a D1X, but hey I wanted a compact pocket toy

Bottom Line:
It's a sexy toy. I know that sounds ridiculous but believe me. Read More

By: coolthingz
Mar 19, 2005

Nice Pictures,Well Made Camera,ESPECIALLY for about $249!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Well Made,stylish,good pictures

Cons: Pictures are good but could be better.NO WAY worth $500 of you paid that.

By: kapsy22
Sep 10, 2004

Excellent Cam

Author's Rating:

Pros: Real showoff

Cons: none

By: fingaz
Jul 8, 2003

Nifty little camera with a hefty price that takes great pictures.

Author's Rating:

Pros: Small, lightweight, good picture quality.

Cons: Price, detached lens cap, battery life.

Bottom Line:
If you have the money and are looking for something small and stylish that will attract a lot of attention and take great pictures, then go for it. Read More

By: rustymaiden
Feb 15, 2005

Good quality pix, great portability and ease of use - don't spend more than $200

Author's Rating:

Pros: Portable, nice quality sharp pictures. Super easy to use, download pictures and recharge in cradle.

Cons: Must add case and compact flash memory card. Colors weak. Indoor flash a little harsh.

Bottom Line:
If you find this camera under $200 it is a very good buy for what you get. For more money, go for a camera with more MP's. Read More

By: robocop287
Apr 28, 2005

Fancy looking camera!

Author's Rating:

Pros: design!!! size

Cons: battery life, but that's with all digicams...

By: hotmaman
Jul 3, 2004

Happy enough w/the SQ

Author's Rating:

Pros: small casing design, nikon quality and brand name behind the product!

Cons: swivel lens and lens cap

By: hm8080
Jun 25, 2003

A cool little square camera that's sure to disappoint.

Author's Rating:

Pros: Lightweight, fits easily into pocket, very cool looking.

Cons: Very limited creative controls, mediocre picture quality, short battery life and WAY TOO EXPENSIVE

Bottom Line:
For the price Nikon is asking for, you are 100 times better off getting similarly priced (or cheaper) models such as Canon S45 or Nikon's own 2500, 3500 and 3100 Read More

By: tiltowait
Sep 9, 2003

At least I can deduct it as a business expense

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Pros: Swivel lens, Compact, Bright LCD

Cons: Terribly grainy pictures, Small LCD, No optical viewfinder

Bottom Line:
If you need the swivel lens and you can deal with less than optimal image quality, then you might like the SQ. Otherwise, go get a PowerShot. Read More