Slim Nikon compact from 2015 with 8x VR zoom and Wi-Fi, one of the last generation of consumer pocket cameras.
The Nikon Coolpix S3700 is a slim compact camera from 2015 featuring an 8x optical zoom with VR image stabilisation and built-in Wi-Fi for wireless image sharing. It represents the evolution of Nikon's S-series slim compacts with the addition of wireless connectivity that was becoming essential by this era.
The 8x optical zoom covers 25-200mm equivalent with lens-shift VR stabilisation, providing useful reach with shake reduction for steady shots. The 20.1-megapixel sensor produces good detail in bright conditions, and Nikon's image processing delivers natural colours and decent JPEG output straight from the camera.
Build quality is slim and elegant with a metal body available in several colours, designed as a fashion-conscious pocket camera. The 2.7-inch LCD screen is the sole composition and review method. Wi-Fi and NFC enable easy transfer to smartphones, addressing the primary advantage that phones held over dedicated cameras.
The S3700 has very limited used market value, though its Wi-Fi connectivity, optical zoom, and VR stabilisation give it marginal advantages over smartphones in specific situations. It represents one of the last generations of consumer slim compacts before the category was almost entirely replaced by smartphone photography.