10x optical zoom NIKKOR ED lens, f/3.5-5.6, 5.4-54.0mm (30-300mm equivalent)
Memory card
SD/SDHC/SDXC
Max memory
Up to 2TB (SDXC)
Battery
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12
Size
Approx. 104.0 x 59.2 x 29.9 mm (W x H x D)
Weight
Approx. 209 g (with battery and card, CIPA)
Nikon COOLPIX S8100 FAQ
What battery does the Nikon COOLPIX S8100 use?
Nikon COOLPIX S8100 uses Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12. 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 S8100 take?
Nikon COOLPIX S8100 uses SD/SDHC/SDXC. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); 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 S8100 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 12.1 MP effective Nikon digital camera from 2010 with 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS. 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 S800c and Nikon COOLPIX S8200.
How do you transfer photos from the Nikon COOLPIX S8100?
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 S8100 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 S8100 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 1/2.3-inch CMOS and 25-450mm equivalent, 18x 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 S1100pj, Nikon COOLPIX S3000, Nikon COOLPIX S4000, Nikon D7000 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
