Nikon Coolpix P50 User Manual

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Scene Mode
Shooting Suited for the Scene
Features
* Other settings can be selected.
* Other settings can be selected.
C Icons Used for Descriptions
The following icons are used for descriptions in this section: m, flash mode (A 26); n, self-timer
(A 28); p, focus mode (A 29); o, exposure compensation (A 30); h, AF-assist illumination
(A 111).
C Scene Mode Settings
Adjustments to the flash mode setting, self-timer setting, focus mode setting, and exposure
compensation value applied in any scene mode are cancelled and these settings return to their
default values whenever another shooting mode is selected or the camera is turned off.
b Portrait
Use this mode for portraits in which the main subject stands out
clearly. Portrait subjects exhibit smooth, natural-looking skin tones.
• The camera detects and focuses on a face looking toward
the camera (Shooting with Face-Priority → A 94).
• If the camera detects multiple faces, the camera focuses on
the face closest to the camera.
• If no face is recognized, the camera will focus on the subject
in the center focus area.
• Digital zoom is not available.
m V* n Off* p A o 0.0* h Auto*
c Landscape
Use this mode for vivid landscapes and cityscapes.
• Camera focuses at infinity. The AF lamp (A 22) always glows
green when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
Note, however, that objects in the foreground may not
always be in focus.
m W n Off* p B o 0.0* h Off

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.