5.8-17.4mm (35mm equivalent: 35-105mm), f/3.0-5.4, 3x optical zoom NIKKOR ED
Memory card
SD
Max memory
Up to 2GB (SD)
Battery
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8
Size
Approx. 89.9 x 57.5 x 19.7 mm (3.54 x 2.26 x 0.78 in.)
Weight
Approx. 118 g (body only, without battery and card)
Nikon COOLPIX S3 FAQ
What battery does the Nikon COOLPIX S3 use?
Nikon COOLPIX S3 uses Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Nikon COOLPIX S3 take?
Nikon COOLPIX S3 uses SD. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2GB (SD); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Nikon COOLPIX S3 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 6.0 MP effective Nikon digital camera from 2006 with 1/2.5-inch CCD. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Nikon options, compare Nikon COOLPIX S2900 and Nikon COOLPIX S30.
How do you transfer photos from the Nikon COOLPIX S3?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Nikon COOLPIX S3 is worth judging as its own Nikon body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Nikon COOLPIX S3 works best when you want simple snapshots, direct flash, and the relaxed character people look for in older digital compacts rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/2.5-inch CCD and 35-105mm equivalent, 3x optical zoom are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Nikon COOLPIX 5900, Nikon COOLPIX 7900, Nikon COOLPIX S200, Nikon Coolpix S6500 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
