Nikon Coolpix S50 User Manual

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Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus
z Interval Timer Photography
Pictures are taken automatically at specified intervals. Choose from intervals
between 30 seconds and 60 minutes.
1 Use the rotary multi selector to choose
[Intvl timer shooting] in the continuous
menu, and press d.
2 Choose interval between shots and press
d.
3 Press m.
The camera returns to shooting mode.
4 Press the shutter-release button all the
way down to start recording.
Monitor turns off and power-on lamp blinks between
shots.
The monitor turns on automatically right before the
next shot is taken.
5 Press the shutter-release button all the way down a second
time to end recording.
Recording will end automatically if the internal memory or memory card becomes
full, or when 1,800 pictures have been taken.
k Power Source
• To prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly during recording, use a fully charged
battery.
• To power the camera continuously for extended periods, use an AC Adapter EH-64 (avail-
able separately from Nikon) (c 122). Do not, under any circumstances, use another
make or model of AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in over-
heating or in damage to the camera.
Continuous
Exit
Single
Continuous
Multi-shot 16
Intvl timer shooting
Set interval time
30s
1m
5m
10m
30m
Exit
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Nikon Coolpix S50 Specifications

General

Megapixel	7.2 MP
Sensor type	CCD
Image sensor size	1/2.5 \
Optical zoom	3 x
Focal length range	6.3 - 18.9 mm
Interface	USB
Digital SLR	No
Built-in flash	Yes
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)	38 - 114 mm
ISO sensitivity	100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto
Flash range (tele)	0.3 - 4 m
Flash range (wide)	0.3 - 6 m
Internal memory	13 MB
Compatible memory cards	sd
Motion JPEG frame rate	30 fps
Maximum video resolution	640 x 480 pixels
Display diagonal	3 \
Product color	Red
Battery life (CIPA standard)	130 shots

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	21 mm
Width	92.5 mm
Height	59 mm
Weight	125 g

Summary

Introduction and Safety

Safety Precautions for Camera Use

Read all safety instructions carefully before using the camera to prevent injury or damage.

Getting Started with Your Camera

Battery Handling and Insertion

Instructions for charging the camera battery and inserting it correctly into the battery compartment.

Memory Card Management

Guide for inserting, removing, and formatting memory cards for picture storage.

Initial Camera Setup: Language, Date, and Time

Steps to set the camera's language, date, time, and time zone for proper operation.

Core Photography Functions

Powering On and Using Auto Mode

How to turn on the camera and select Auto mode for simple shooting.

Framing, Focusing, and Shooting Pictures

Instructions on using zoom, focusing, and pressing the shutter button to capture images.

Using Flash and Self-Timer

Guidance on selecting flash modes and using the self-timer for portraits and shake reduction.