Nikon Coolpix S550 10 MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom (Graphite Black): Customer Reviews & Product Details

I've been using the S550 for about a year now. I had brief problem a few months ago with the lens sticking in zoom position, but after some gentle coaxing, that seems to have gone away.

My main gripe about the camera is the software. I find I am unable to transfer video files from the camera to my Mac with OS X. When I press the transfer button it tells me the camera has become disconnected. This is why I rated it a 2 on ease of use. I suppose I will have to acquire a card reader. Individual snapshots are easily imported in iPhoto.

I also find that I miss the viewfinder I had on my old Canon. Often the sun totally wipes out the viewing screen, meaning that the shot is poorly aligned or the subject has moved on while I adjust to the angle of the sun.

I would like a larger on/off button.

Pros-- It's lightweight, easy to use, everything you've read
Cons-- It's a big one, do a search on 'Nikon coolpix "lens error"' The lens on this camera has a propensity to self destruct. There are a pleas for help and answers along the lines of "slam it into your hand, "power on while pointing it at the ceiling with your finger on the shutter" and best of all, "leave it in a warm car". All in all, people are left with a lightweight door stop and a refusal from Nikon to address the problem.

easy to use, great pictures and I love the panorama feature! very nice camera at a good price

This camera has a good size but is too slow and there is something wrong with the battery and charger, I have bought an extra battery and it not working!!

I've been through 3 digital cameras. My first one was a Kodak and it worked even though I dropped it all the time. Second one was a CASIO that kept breaking. Then another CASIO as a gift, and guess what?--That broke too! Finally I got my NIKON coolpix! And I love it! The pictures come out crystal clear! I upload all my acting and singing videos on sites like TalentTrove all the time. Never have a problem! You have so many options to use for whatever kind of photo you want to take. Best camera I've ever owned. I recommend it to everyone! It also have tons of memory!