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August 6, 2008 9:01 PM PDT

Nikon Coolpix S560 promises good feature-to-cost ratio for everyday shooting

by Joshua Goldman
(Credit: Nikon)

For $249.95 the Nikon Coolpix S560 offers 10 effective megapixels, a 5x Zoom-Nikkor lens, the company's Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Image Stabilization technology, and a bunch of features to make taking pictures easier and end results better. (Yeah, sorry, it's kinda humdrum all the way around. On the other hand, that means it should be simple to use.)

The S560 has 15 scene modes to choose from, as well as the ability to let the camera automatically select the appropriate mode. These modes include a Smile Mode, which snaps a picture when the subject smiles; a Food Mode made for capturing close-ups of (you guessed it) food; and Portrait Mode, which couples a Smile Mode with a Blink Warning.

The back of the S560 houses a 2.7-inch LCD monitor with anti-reflection coating to help you see the redesigned shooting displays and icons in bright light. And, available across the Coolpix line--S560 included--you'll get a helping of Nikon's technology enhancements, like Face-Priority AF, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, and D-Lighting, which compensates for excessive backlight or insufficient flash in images.

Look for the Coolpix S560 in September 2008, available in a choice of three colors: graphite black, cool blue, and cherry blossom.

Josh Goldman is a senior editor for CNET Reviews, covering digital cameras, camcorders, and related accoutrements. His ego is too big for this little box. E-mail Josh.
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