Customer Reviews

Nikon Coolpix S1000pj 12.1MP Digital Camera with Built-In Projector and 5x Wide-Angle Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom

5 star:		(36)
4 star:		(18)
3 star:		(7)
2 star:		(3)
1 star:		(5)

 

 

I just got this great, new camera from Nikon and it has been just great. This falls into the category of "what will they think of next?" The camera itself is a solid performer for a point and shoot with a slightly better than average 5x zoom which is great for a point & shoot model. Of course, the projector is the "WOW!" factor. No more squeezing around the display on the back to show your friends the photos. The projector is a great way to share your images. The image quality is not as high as the LCD display, but fine for quick showings.

As an artist, I will use this camera to shoot new subjects, then project them onto a canvas so I can transfer the compositions into a painting.

Be sure to order the larger Nikon case since the other "S" cases are too small for this model.

I concur with the other 5 star reviews. It is for small groups of 4-5 viewers. It is not as bright as the big boy 2000 lumen, but adequate within its limits. I am also a hobby artist, with the projector I can store comps, project, and rough out line art. This alone makes it worth the purchase. The innards are state-of-the-art, as good as any other 12meg pix P&S. There is a lot of undiscovered potential lurking within. One drawback is that the only input to the projector is via the camera. somewhere, somebody will hack the file format on the SD card so you can load your other pictures for projection. I'll then give it 6 stars.

Update: here is a software that converts jpeg from other sources to Nikon coolpix s1000pj format that can be saved on SD card and viewed with the built in projector. [...]. it works with other models and mfg's formats. Now I give it 6 stars. I can convert my powerpoint training slides for projection on the s1000pj, and carry it in my shirt pocket, now that's cool!

I got this camera for Christmas, so I've been using it for 2+ weeks. Yes, the projector is very cool. And the wideness of the lens is great. The flash recharges fairly quickly. But the photos I've taken with it aren't as sharp as those from the Casio Exilim camera I got 3 years ago. And at the end of the day for me, sharp photos are more important than bells and whistles. Also, the lens is in the upper right corner of the camera instead of dead center which is where the projector is (a strange design choice), so you have to be careful how you hold it so you don't get the edge of your finger in the image. The flash is very bright, so you can't be too close to your subject when using it -- it washes out the image. And because the lens is so wide, I did find myself getting closer to my subjects. So unless you have some urgent need for the projector feature, I can't recommend this camera, especially given how expensive it is. I've gone back to using my Casio camera...which is also lighter and easier to stick in my pocket.

great camera, fast auto focus, good low-light focus.

I am just disappointed with the battery life, I have 2 other compact cameras, one is also a Nikon, they both have much better battery life.

i highly recommend you get 2 or 3 extra batteries. Other than that you will love this camera!

get a big memory card too, 4 or 8 gig!

This is a $149 camera with a projector. Keep this price in mind as you read my review or any reviews about this camera. I own other compact cameras before but this one pushed me to write a review... it's that special!

1) What will the projector do for you and does it really work?
Yes, it really works. It's really a fun and convienient accessory built into this camera. You will be the star of the party when you start to shine photos and videos on the wall or any white surface nearby, I guarantee it. The brightness all depends the distance from where you are to the wall or how dark the room is. In a dimly lit party room or bed room, it's plenty bright enough for a 40 inch picture. In brighter rooms, then just make the image smaller down to about 10-20 inches, which is still way larger than the tiny 3 inch LCD on the camera to share photos with friends. You might just be a bit nervous when strangers start to crowd around when you start your public slide show.

2) Over all impression of the s1000pj = A+
This is the camera to have handy to just have fun. The s1000pj was a $500 camera a year ago and not worth it's price, but now at less than $150, there's no reason not to get it. The s1000pj camera captures good enough pictures that would fit for any photo album or webpage or even reasonable enlargements to 11x14. Seriously, who has the wall space to hang so many pictures on their walls? Some people complain these small cameras are never good enough to do giant enlargements... to hang where? If you have the need for larger pictures then use a $1000 DSLR camera with a good lens. Enough said here.

3) Picture quality = A
What I am saying is that for this small size camera at this price range, you just have to ENJOY your camera and ENJOY the images you capture. No doubt there are other better cameras but with a projector? This s1000pj camera works very well in daylight or well lit room. In dimmer situations, the flash works well. Without flash, well ofcourse the ISO will have to be little higher so expect some noise; it's not that bad, imho. I really see that most people don't understand the value/compact camera and noise correlation. Ask yourself what you use the camera for and buy the right camera for the purpose as priority #1, and make your budget priority #2. Lastly, what should the camera do for you? Make you a famous photographer or just to have fun and capture the images and share with family and friends?

4) Build quality and useabilty = A+
Nikon has worked wonders with this little camera. Compressing the lens and a projector inside a very compact camera about the size and weight of a deck of cards. I don't think it's bulky but some people say it is not factoring in that other smaller compact cameras don't have a projector! With that said, the Nikon s1000pj feels solid and safe with a built in lens protector. The lens is all internal and so no protruding lens to worry about while using it. The camera is easy to use without weird complicated settings to worry. The auto or pre-set Scene Selection works well enough for me. Ok... people who complain this doesn't have all the manual settings and customization for experienced photography... GO GET A DSLR CAMERA FOR REAL TRUE PHOTOGRAPHY SETTINGS and ACTION!

5) What are bad points?
For about $149, this Nikon s1000pj camera does not have any negatives. Really folks, people complain too much and want way to many things for free. This camera will work just fine and does a special projection that no other cameras in this price have. If I had to have something bad to say about the Nikon s1000pj is that the battery could be twice as big making the camera a little thicker so the projection time could be longer... oh I forgot, I guess I could just buy extra batteries! The battery charger is external so you can charge while using the camera (other cameras you must charge battery inside it.

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Takes great pictures, easy to use, turns on quick, everything is great.

You have to adjust the focus on the projector manually which is not a big deal, very easy to do, the adjustment is well placed on the top of the camera.

I bought this camera because of the unique feature for the price of a conventional 12 MP.

Before buying this, please consider:

Having a tiny projector is not that usefull after all, but the camera is still a good buy.

Have in mind that abusing of the projector will shorten batt (duh) and when the bulb life runs over, will there be a replacement available, for a reasonable price?

I did thought that out and still clicked on the buy button.

after i received it:

I does not feels that heavy for me, as previous reviews mentioned; for starting.

But I am still concerned of having the projector glass exposed, in contrast to the camera lens that has it own auto cover. Prev reviews also mentioned.

ok, good, now lets go for a field test, here are the results:

-Battery duration, stabilizer, and std features are good enough.
-The zoom is fast and accurate on the focus, the shooter speed is outstanding, maybe a little delay between video-play/project-photo mode, but is still acceptable.

-it will heat when the projector is turned on for a while, just make sure to place it on a vent. area or near a fan, and be brief.

-The design of the camera is neat enough to keep the heat away from where you place your fingers, still be carefull.

-It also arrives with a small stand block to use for projections and a remote, just make sure to keep your instant expo below 6 mins, lets say.

In conclusion: I bought it, been using it for 1 1/2 week and recommend it, for family gatherings, and amateurs.

P.S.: One last thing: You have to remove the battery and place it on a separate charger, not my preferred way. In case you prefer the integrated chargers, you've been warned.

I purchased this item for my husband for Christmas. He totally loved it! The instructions were easy for him to follow. In less than 24 hours he felt completely at ease with using this camera. The pictures are great. Everyone loved the projector feature!! He spent his holiday season taking pictures of everyone and then displaying them on the wall. The projector pictures looked as good as the photo pictures. I am not sure how a professional photographer would review this product. I am sure we will enjoy taking (and showing) lots of family pictures for years to come!

What a delightful surprise the s1000 with the projector is. It is better than imagined and is a wonderful asset for work. I can photograph a client and show that picture up on the wall almost immediately.

I had read the reviews which were very positive but was still blown away by how handy the projection feature is. I highly recommend it, everyone is dazzled.

This is sure fun at a wedding reception, take a picture and project it on the table cloth! It brings out the smiles. And its just a darned good camera, easy to use, logical functions and you wind up with really good pictures.