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Nikon COOLPIX S4400 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:140 gBattery life (CIPA):200 shots

Nikon COOLPIX S4400 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.2

Overall score

Score
4.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

90%

4.2

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 87% of cameras
4.2

Technical score

Technical score
4.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

28%

4.2

Sensor & Image

25%

3.6

Photo Features

18%

4.3

Video & Audio

14%

6.9

Display & Design

8%

2.6

Battery & Power

7%

2.2

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 82% of cameras
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £110

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Technical Specifications of camera Nikon COOLPIX S4400

Technical score
Technical score
4.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

28%

4.2

Sensor & Image

25%

3.6

Photo Features

18%

4.3

Video & Audio

14%

6.9

Display & Design

8%

2.6

Battery & Power

7%

2.2

Connectivity & Storage

4.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Nikon COOLPIX S4400 has a popularity score of 1, which is lower than 51.3% of cameras.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

60%

4.2

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

5.9
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
20.1 MP
Main camera megapixels
20.1 MP
â–² Better than 62% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 20.1 MP, which is higher than that of 61.6% of cameras and equal to that of 4.3% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.19 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.19 µm
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.19 µm, which are smaller than those in 95.3% of cameras and the same size as those in 2.3% of cameras.
Base ISO
80
Base ISO
80
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 80 which is lower than that of 80.3% of cameras and equal to that of 15.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 3200 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 3,200
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 3,200, which is lower than that of 62.9% of cameras and equal to that of 22.7% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
9
N. of focus points
9
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 9 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 67.1% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 26% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1,280 px
Max video resolution
1,280 px
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
This camera supports 1,280 px video recording which is lower quality than that of 71.4% of cameras and equal to that of 18.5% of cameras.
Video bitrate
?
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
Motion JPEG
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Type
compact
Weight
140 g
Weight
140 g
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 140 g which is lighter than 90.6% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.5% of cameras.
Width
95.5 mm
Width
95.5 mm
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 95.5 mm which is narrower than 91.2% of cameras and equal to that of 0.2% of cameras.
Height
58.9 mm
Height
58.9 mm
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 58.9 mm which is shorter than 83.2% of cameras and equal to that of 0.3% of cameras.
Thickness
20.8 mm
Thickness
20.8 mm
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 20.8 mm which is thinner than 92.2% of cameras and equal to that of 0.1% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
200 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
200 shots
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 200 shots, which is shorter than that of 90.5% of cameras and equal to that of 3.8% of cameras.
Battery capacity
700 mAh
Battery capacity
700 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 700 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 88.2% of cameras and equal to those in 3.6% of cameras.
EN-EL19 battery.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Nikon COOLPIX S4400 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • 6 stops more CIPA-rated stabilization
    Image stabilization rating (CIPA)
    10 stops
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <2.5 stops – >7.5 stops
    This camera offers more CIPA-rated stabilization than the average camera (10 stops vs 4 stops). The average camera reaches 4 stops.
    10 stops vs 4 stops
  • 255 g lighter
    Weight
    140 g
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (140 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    140 g vs 395 g
  • Has a touchscreen
    Touchscreen
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This camera has a touchscreen, the average camera does not. 36.6% of cameras support touchscreen input.
  • Supports touch autofocus
    Touch autofocus
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This camera supports touch autofocus, the average camera does not. 34.9% of cameras support touch autofocus.
  • 0.07 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.071 GB
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0.1 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.071 GB vs 0 GB
  • 24.4 mm narrower
    Width
    95.5 mm
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (95.5 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    95.5 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • Higher sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    20.1 MP
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This camera has a higher sensor resolution than the average camera (20.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    20.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 25.2 mm thinner
    Thickness
    20.8 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (20.8 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    20.8 mm vs 46 mm
  • 2.64x cheaper
    Nikon COOLPIX S4400 is cheaper than the average camera (£110 vs £290).
    £110 vs £290
  • 255 g lighter
    Weight
    140 g
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (140 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    140 g vs 395 g
  • Has a touchscreen
    Touchscreen
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This camera has a touchscreen, the average camera does not. 36.6% of cameras support touchscreen input.
  • 24.4 mm narrower
    Width
    95.5 mm
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (95.5 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    95.5 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 25.2 mm thinner
    Thickness
    20.8 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (20.8 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    20.8 mm vs 46 mm
  • 15 mm shorter body
    Height
    58.9 mm
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (58.9 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    58.9 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • Higher sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    20.1 MP
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This camera has a higher sensor resolution than the average camera (20.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    20.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 6 stops more CIPA-rated stabilization
    Image stabilization rating (CIPA)
    10 stops
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <2.5 stops – >7.5 stops
    This camera offers more CIPA-rated stabilization than the average camera (10 stops vs 4 stops). The average camera reaches 4 stops.
    10 stops vs 4 stops
  • Supports touch autofocus
    Touch autofocus
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This camera supports touch autofocus, the average camera does not. 34.9% of cameras support touch autofocus.
  • 0.07 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.071 GB
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0.1 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.071 GB vs 0 GB
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2.15 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.19 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.2 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.19 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 4.8 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    0.9 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (0.9 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    0.9 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 130 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    200 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (200 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    200 shots vs 330 shots
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 93% less popular
    Nikon COOLPIX S4400 is less popular than the average camera (1 vs 1.9).
    1 vs 1.93
  • 4.7% worse value for money
    Nikon COOLPIX S4400 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (5.92 vs 6.2).
    5.92 vs 6.2
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2.15 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.19 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.2 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.19 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 22,100 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    3,200 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (3200 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    Reduced resolution only.
    3,200 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • 3,200 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    3,200 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (3200 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    3,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 4.8 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    0.9 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (0.9 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    0.9 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 14 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (9 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    9 vs 23
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.
  • No manual exposure control
    Manual exposure
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual exposure, the average camera does. 72% of cameras support manual exposure controls.
  • 26 s shorter maximum exposure
    Longest shutter speed
    4 s
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <4 s – >1.8k s
    This camera supports a shorter maximum exposure than the average camera (4 s s vs 30 s s). The average camera supports a longest shutter speed of 30 s s.
    Reached when scene mode is set to Fireworks show.
    4 s vs 30 s
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 130 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    200 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (200 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    200 shots vs 330 shots
  • 420 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    700 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (700 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    EN-EL19 battery.
    700 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • No HDMI output
    HDMI output
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This camera does not support HDMI output, the average camera does. 78.7% of cameras support HDMI output.

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What we like about Nikon COOLPIX S4400

  • High 20.1 MP resolution provides sharp and crisp images in good lighting
  • Excellent value for money, often described as a great budget option for beginners
  • Responsive 3-inch touchscreen interface that works smoothly for navigating menus
  • Compact and lightweight design makes it easy to carry in a pocket for daily use
  • Built-in optical image stabilization helps reduce blur in handheld shots
  • Sufficient 6x optical zoom range for standard casual photography

What we don't like about Nikon COOLPIX S4400

  • Poor low-light performance with noticeable noise/grain and difficulty focusing at night
  • Susceptible to overheating when used for extended video sessions or long shoots
  • Lack of advanced manual controls, limiting its use for more experienced photographers
  • No separate battery charger included; the camera must be plugged in via USB to charge
  • Slow shooting performance and inconsistent autofocus in challenging conditions
  • Build quality concerns reported by some users, including potentially loose battery covers

Verdict

The Nikon Coolpix S4400 is a compact point-and-shoot camera featuring a high-resolution 20.1-megapixel CCD sensor and a 6x NIKKOR optical zoom lens (26–156mm equivalent). Key characteristics include a 3-inch 460k-dot touchscreen for intuitive navigation, lens-shift Vibration Reduction (VR) for steady shots, and 720p HD video recording with a dedicated movie button. Its main pros are its slim, pocket-sized design weighing only 140g, its responsive touch-based menu system, and various creative filter effects like 'Selective Colour.' However, its cons include relatively slow continuous shooting at approximately 0.9 fps, limited ISO performance topping out at 3200, and short battery life of roughly 200 shots per charge.

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