Nikon Coolpix S1000pj review

Typical price: £350

What is it: 12-megapixel compact with built-in projector

What we think: Some will consider the integrated projector a stroke of genius, while others will find it a pointless gimmick

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Reviewed by: Rod Lawton

Reviewed on: 7 October 2009

Tags: Nikon, Nikon Coolpix S1000pj, picture quality, LCD display, VGA

We like:

Projector sounds stupid in theory but is quite impressive in practice; included projector stand and remote; really easy to use

We don't like:

Weak projector; expensive; pretty ordinary as a camera

CNET UK judgement:

The Nikon Coolpix S1000pj is pricy and its projector is rather feeble, but, if you like your camera to sport wacky and original features, you might just be hooked

Full review:

A digital camera with a built-in projector? Someone at Nikon's been thinking so far outside the box that they don't even know where the box is anymore. The 12.1-megapixel Coolpix S1000pj might be just the ticket for business types looking to give presentations, old-fashioned slideshow fans and anyone else with about £350 to spare. Continue Reading...

Nikon Coolpix S1000pj History

10 Aug 2009 in Crave

Video: Hands-on with the Nikon Coolpix S1000pj projector-cam

The Nikon Coolpix S1000pj divides opinion thanks to its built-in projector: daft idea or instant wow factor? We headed for Nikon HQ to dim the lights and find out in this video...

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4 Aug 2009 in Crave

Nikon Coolpix S1000pj: Projecting daft ideas on to a wall near you

Nikon has lit up the Coolpix S1000pj, the first digital stills camera to include a built-in projector. And we have no idea why

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