Review on 📷 Nikon Coolpix S9300 16.0 MP Digital Camera - Red: Capture Vibrant Moments in High Resolution by Jon Ford

I love Nikon cameras. I'm very happy with my D3100 and the few lenses I bought for it. Deciding that I also wanted point-and-shoot, I wasn't surprised when my list of desirable features for my camera led me to choose the Nikon S9300. I was confident that my purchase would justify my appreciation for the few cameras available. But I'm a bit disappointed with this camera. At first glance, it doesn't seem to be inferior to the competition, but the camera generally lacks something. Let me explain what I mean. The autofocus seems to work well, but once I upload my photos, they're not always sharp. They appear sharp in the viewport when I take a picture, but the end result isn't always what I expect. Likewise, the dial on the camera is easy to turn, even though I don't want to change the setting. When I put the camera back in my bag or case, it's like the dial slips or shifts. Flash settings also change without my knowledge. I set the flash to auto, snap a few shots, and put the camera back in her bag. When I'm ready for the next shot, the flash is in a mode other than Auto. These problems are annoying (though not necessarily a hindrance in and of themselves). I realize I'm probably part of the cause of my problems, but my old Olympus Point and Shoot never gave me any problems like this. Perhaps Nikon's desire for multiple functions is also part of the problem. In trying to make this camera user-friendly, they overlooked the fact that not every user understands all aspects of usage. On the plus side, focused shots are great. Many of my photos are work-related (building mechanical equipment, roofs, driveways, etc.) so I'm not talking about missing the perfect "Kodak moment," but I do rely on my camera to capture the shot. so I don't have to write a thousand words that I would otherwise have to write. The zoom lens is very powerful, although you'll need either a tripod or a very steady hand to get the maximum zoom, and the pixel settings allow you to capture sharp detail. GPS helps me remember where I was when I took the picture. I do not regret buying this camera. After all, it was the only camera that had all the features I was looking for in point-and-shoot mode. I just think Nikon could have done a better job of designing the camera to avoid those pesky issues. This is a handy camera to take with you on any walk. For these reasons I say it's a good camera, but not great. My old Olympus lasted 11 years before my viewfinder had a mysterious hole and I couldn't download software onto new computers. I wonder how long the Nikon S9300 will last.