Entering a tough niche in the market is the Nikon Coolpix S500, which boasts 7.1 megapixels and a 3x optical zoom lens. Almost every camera manufacturer has a camera with a similar flat metal body and extending 3x optical zoom lens. The S500 has a high-resolution 2.5-inch LCD screen and optical image stabilization. It also has a revamped menu interface with flashier icons and large fonts. It was announced in February 2007 alongside the Nikon S200. Can the S500 stand out? Read on to find out.