Great little Camera

I bought this camera to supplement my Nikon DSLR. The 14.5 MP is what first grabbed my attention but I found it has so much to offer. #1 As stated is image quality #2 ease of use. The menus and settings are not at all complicated. You don't need to carry the manual. #3 is the large LCD that offers an optional composing grid (on/off). #4 It fires up and is ready to use very quickly. #5 Battery charges quickly and lasts. #6 Software bundled with camera is easy enough to use from what I've seen (I already use iPhoto, Aperture and GIMP). What keeps me from giving an excellent rating. Like all cameras of the type, screen is hard to see in bright light. Every camera these days has it's own dedicate battery. Big or meaty hands make it hard to hold. Again, all problems with any camera of the type and physical size.
I would recommend the S710 as it compares well to any similar sized camera but this camera also offers exceptional image quality.

Nikon S710 coolpix digital camera

I love the 14.5 megapixel, even after you have taken a picture you can zoom way into the picture digitally and it still stays very clear. I bought a after market magnetic 2X optical lens that really adds to the camera I now have a 8X optical zoom which really opens the options of this camera making it very versatile. The biggest flaw with the camera is the lag time. When you turn it on it takes a little while to start before you can start clicking away so if you need to shoot fast you could loose some great shots. Also after taking a picture there is a longer delay in between your next shot than I would really like. However in Nikons defense part of that is because of the large file storage being that you are getting a 14.5 megapixel which is a head and shoulders above most other point and shoot cameras. I have just purchased a High speed memory card for the camera but have not received it yet I am hoping that speeds up the storage time so I can shoot pictures faster. But overall a A+ camera I am really happy with it. Oh yeah did I mention the size, The camera is super compact for all they have crammed into it. I give a A+ on the compact size. The 3 inch digital display is very nice viewing your images and making sure they are what you want. I am also really happy with the cost of all the accessories memory cards, batteries, chargers, waterproof housings, lenses and cases are all very affordable on ebay.