Nikon Coolpix P50 User Manual

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Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode
Using the Flash
The flash has a range of about 0.5-5.9 m (1 ft. 7.6 in.-19 ft. 4.2 in.) when the camera
is zoomed out all the way. With maximum optical zoom applied, the range is
about 0.5-2.8 m (1 ft. 7.6 in.-9 ft. 2.2 in.) (when [ISO sensitivity] is set to [Auto]). The
following flash modes are available.
Setting the Flash Mode
1 Press m (flash mode).
The flash menu is displayed.
2 Use the multi selector to choose the desired
flash mode and press k.
The icon for the selected flash mode is displayed at the
top of the monitor.
When U (auto) is applied, D is only displayed for
five seconds.
If a setting is not applied by pressing k within a few
seconds, the selection will be cancelled.
U
Auto (default setting for A (auto) mode)
Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor.
V
Auto with red-eye reduction
Reduces “red-eye” in portraits (A 27).
W Off
Flash will not fire even when lighting is poor.
X
Fill flash
Flash fires when a picture is shot. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit
subjects.
Y
Slow sync
U (auto) is combined with slow shutter speed.
Flash illuminates main subject; slow shutter speeds are used to capture
background at night or under dim light.
Z Rear-curtain sync
Flash fires just before shutter closes, creating effect of a stream of light behind
moving subjects.
Flash mode
U
U
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
X
X
A

Nikon Coolpix P50 Specifications

General

Megapixel	8.1 MP
Sensor type	CCD
Image sensor size	1/2.5 \
Maximum image resolution	3264 x 2448 pixels
Digital zoom	4 x
Optical zoom	3.6 x
Focal length range	4.7 - 17 mm
Interface	USB
Digital SLR	No
Built-in flash	Yes
Effective sensor resolution	8290000 pixels
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)	28 - 102 mm
Normal focusing range	0.5 - ∞ m
Macro focusing range (tele)	0.05- ∞ m
ISO sensitivity	64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, Auto
Flash range (tele)	0.5 - 2.8 m
Flash range (wide)	0.5 - 5.9 m
Internal memory	51 MB
Compatible memory cards	sd
Motion JPEG frame rate	30 fps
Display diagonal	2.4 \
Display resolution (numeric)	115000 pixels
Product color	Silver
Battery type	AA
Battery technology	Alkaline
Number of batteries supported	2

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	44 mm
Width	94.5 mm
Height	66 mm
Weight	160 g

Summary

First Steps

Inserting Batteries

Instructions for inserting batteries into the camera.

Inserting Memory Cards

Instructions for inserting SD memory cards into the camera.

Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode

Step 1: Turn the Camera On and Select Auto Mode

Procedure to power on the camera and select auto mode.

Step 2: Frame a Picture

Guidance on composing shots using the viewfinder or monitor.

Step 3: Focus and Shoot

Instructions on focusing and taking a picture.

Step 4: Viewing and Deleting Pictures

Using the Flash

Explanation of flash modes and their usage.

Exposure Compensation

Adjusting exposure settings for brighter or darker images.

High-Sensitivity Shooting Mode

Shooting in High-Sensitivity Mode

P and M Modes

P (Programmed Auto) Mode

Using programmed auto mode for automatic shutter and aperture settings.

M (Manual) Mode

Manually controlling exposure with shutter speed and aperture.

Movies

Recording Movies

The Movie Menu

Time-Lapse Movies

Movie Playback

Voice Recordings

Making Voice Recordings

Playing Voice Recordings

Copying Voice Recordings

Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers

Connecting to a Computer

Instructions for transferring pictures via USB.

Connecting to a Printer

Steps for direct printing via PictBridge or ImageLink.

Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus

Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu

Detailed explanation of settings within the shooting menu.

Playback Options: The Playback Menu

Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu

Configuration options for camera settings and preferences.

Formatting Memory/Format Card

Procedures for formatting internal memory or memory cards.

Reset All

Restoring camera settings to their default values.

Technical Notes

Caring for the Camera

Guidelines for cleaning, storage, and maintenance of the camera.

Error Messages

Table of error messages and their solutions.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common camera problems and issues.