Nikon Coolpix P5100 User manual

Nikon
DIGITAL CAMERA
COOLPI)C P5100
User's Manual

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Introduction
First Steps
Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode
--
!!! Shooting Suited for the Scene
((~)) Anti-shake Mode
~ High-Sensitivity Shooting Mode
PSAM
P, S, A and M modes
~ More on Playback
Movies
"Voice
Recordings
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
MENU Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
Technical Notes

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read
the
following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment.
Keep these safety instructions where
all those who use the product will read them.
The consequences
that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed
in this section are indicated by
the following symbol:
~ This icon marks.warnlngs, informatIon that should be read before using this Nikon
Lll product, to preventpossible injury. . ...••.•.
WARNINGS
II
~ Turn off in the Event of
Malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an
unusual smell coming from the
camera or
AC adapter, unplug the AC
adapter and remove the battery
immediately, taking care
to avoid
burns. Continued operation could
result in injury. After removing or
disconnecting
the power source, take
the equipment to aNikon-authorized
service representative for inspection.
~ Do not Disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the
camera or AC adapter could result in
injury. Repairs should be performed
only by qualified technicians. Should
the camera or AC adapter break open
as the result of afall or other accident,
take
the product to aNikon-authorized
service representative for inspection,
after
unplugging the product and/or
removing the battery.
~ Do not use the Camera or AC
Adapter in the Presence of
Flammable Gas
Do not use electronic equipment in
the presence of flammable gas, as this
could result in explosion or fire.
~ Handle the Camera Strap with
Care
Never place the strap around the neck
of an infant or child.
~ Keep out of Reach of Children
Particular care should be taken to
prevent infants from putting the
battery or other small parts
into their
mouths.

~ Observe caution when
handling
the battery
The battery may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when handling
the battery for use in this product:
•Before replacing the battery, turn
the product off. Ifyou are using the
AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
•Only use aRechargeable Li-ion
Battery
EN-EL5 (supplied). Use the
Battery Charger MH-61 (supplied)
to
charge the battery.
•When inserting
the battery, do not
attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.
•Do
not short or disassemble the
battery or attempt to remove or
break
the battery insulation or
casing.
•Do
not expose the battery to flames
or
to excessive heat.
•Do
not immerse in or expose to
water.
•Replace
the terminal cover when
transporting the battery. Do not
transport or store with metal objects
such
as necklaces or hairpins.
•The battery
is prone to leakage
when fully discharged. To avoid
damage
to the product, be sure to
remove the battery when no charge
remains.
•Discontinue use immediatelyshould
you notice any change in
the
battery, such as discoloration or
deformation.
•Ifliquid from the damaged battery
comes in contact
with clothing or
For Your Safety
skin, rinse immediately with plenty
of water.
~ Observe the following
precautions when handling
the batterycharger
•Keep dry. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or
electric shock.
•Dust on or near
the metal parts of
the plug should be removed with a
dry cloth. Continued
use could
result in fire.
•Do
not handle the power cable or
go near the battery charger during
lightning storms. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in
electric shock.
•Do
not damage, modify, forcibly tug
or bend the power cable, place it
under heavy objects, or expose it
to
heat or flames. Should the insulation
be damaged and the wires
become
exposed, take it to aNikon-
authorized service representative for
inspection. Failure
to observe these
precautions could result in fire or
electric shock.
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IV
For Your Safety
•Do not handle the plug or battery
charger
with wet hands. Failure to
observe this precaution could result
in electric shock.
~ Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input
and output jacks, use only the cables
provided or sold by Nikon for the
purpose,
to maintain compliance with
product regulations.
~ Handle moving parts with
care
Be careful that your fingers or other
objects
are not pinched by the lens
cover or other
moving parts.
~ CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs supplied with this
device should
not be played back on
audio
CD equipment. Playing CD-
ROMs on an audio CD player could
cause hearing
loss or damage the
equipment.
~ Observe caution when using
the flash
Using the flash close to your subject's
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should be
observed
if photographing infants,
when the flash should be no less than
one
meter (39 in.) from the subject.
~ Do not operate the flash with
the flash window touching a
person or object
Failure to observe this precaution
could result
in burns or fire.
~ Avoid Contact with Liquid
Crystal
Should the monitor break, care should
be taken
to avoid injury caused by
broken glass and
to prevent liquid
crystal from the
monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.

Notice for Customers in the
U.S.A.
Federal Communications
Commission
(FCC) Radio
Frequency Interference
Statement
This equipment has been tested and
found
to comply with the limits for a
Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful
interference in aresidential installation.
This
equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy
and,
if not installed and used in
accordance
with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference
to radio
communications. However, there
is no
guarantee
that interference will not
occur in aparticular installation. Ifthis
equipment does cause harmful
interference
to rad io or television
reception,
which can be determined
by
turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate
the receiving
antenna.
•Increase
the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
•Connect
the equipment into an
outlet on acircuit differentfrom that
to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or
an
experienced radio/television
technician for help.
Nikon
COOLPIX PSi 00
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be
notified
that any changes or
modifications made
to this device that
are not expressly approved by Nikon
Corporation may void the user's
authority
to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or
provided by Nikon foryour equipment.
Using
other interface cables may
exceed
the limits of Class BPart 15 of
the FCC rules.
Noticefor customers in the State of
California
WARNING: Handling the cord on this
product will expose you to lead, a
chemical known
to the State of
California to cause birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
Wash handsafterhandling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville,
New York 11747-3064
USA
Tel: [phone]
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Notices
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numerique de la c1asse B
est
conforme a la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Symbol for Separate Collection in
European Countries
This symbol indicates that )t
this product is to be
collected separately. •
The
following apply only to
users in European countries:
•This product is designated for
separate collection at an
appropriate collection point. Do
not
dispose of as household waste.
•For
more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge
of waste management.

For Your Safety ii
WARNINGS ii
Notices v
Introduction 1
About This Manual 1
Information and Precautions 2
Parts
of the Camera 4
The Camera Body 4
The
Monitor 6
Shooting : 6
Playback 7
Basic Operations 8
The Mode Dial 8
The Command Dial and Fn (FUNC) Button 9
The
Multi Selector 10
The MENU Button 11
Help Displays 11
The 101 Button 12
Attaching the Camera Strap 13
First Steps 14
Charging the Battery 14
Inserting
the Battery 16
Removing the Battery 17
Turning On and Off the Camera 17
Setting Display Language, Date and Time 18
Inserting
Memory Cards 20
Removing Memory Cards 21
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Table of Contents
10 Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 22
Step 1Turn the Camera On and Select 0(Auto) Mode 22
Step 2Frame aPicture 24
Using the Viewfinder 24
Step 3Focus and Shoot 26
Step 4Viewing and Deleting Pictures 28
Using
the Flash 30
Setting the Flash Mode 30
Shooting with the Self-timer 32
Choosing aFocus Mode 33
Setting the Focus Mode 33
Exposure Compensation 34
!! Shooting Suited for the Scene 35
Shooting in the Scene Mode 35
Setting the Scene Mode 35
Features 36
((-i!)) Anti-shake Mode 43
Shooting in Anti-shake Mode 43
~ High-Sensitivity Shooting Mode 44
Shooting in High-Sensitivity Shooting Mode .44
PSAM P, S, Aand Mmodes 45
Shooting in P, S, A, and MModes 45
Shooting in P(Programmed Auto) 46
Shooting in S(Shutter-Priority Auto) 47
Shooting in A(Aperture-Priority Auto) 48
Shooting in M(Manual) 49

Table of Contents
~ More on Playback 51
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback 51
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Wheel Playback 52
Taking aCloser
Look: Playback Zoom 53
Editing Pictures 54
Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting 55
Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop 56
~ Resizing Pictures: Small Picture 57
Adding Black Frame on Pictures: Black Border 58
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback 59
Viewing Pictures by Date 60
I'll Movies 64
Recording Movies 64
The Movie·Menu 65
Selecting Movie Options 65
Auto-focus Mode 67
Time-Lapse Movies 68
Movie Playback 70
Deleting Movie Files 70
"Voice Recordings 71
Making Voice Recordings 71
Playing Voice Recordings 73
Deleting Sound Files 74
Copying Voice Recordings 75
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 76
Connecting to aTV 76
Connecting to aComputer 77
Before Connecting the Camera 77
Transferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer 78
Connecting to aPrinter 81
Connecting the Camera and Printer 82
Printing Pictures One at aTime
83
Printing Multiple Pictures 84
Creating aDPOF Print Order: Print Set 87
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Table of Contents
MENU Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus 89
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu 89
Displaying the Shooting Menu and High-sensitivity Menu 90
:1: Image Quality 91
E~llmage Size 92
CO Optimize Image 94
l-II White Balance 97
I~ ISO Sensitivity 99
~ Metering 100
g!J Continuous 101
BKT Auto Bracketing 104
[+] AF Area Mode 105
[)O Auto-focus Mode 107
FJj Flash Exp. Comp 108
',..,
~o Flash Control 108
1M! Fixed Aperture 109
NR Noise Reduction 109
;; Converter 110
lmJ User Setting 111
iii Reset User Setting 112
8Distortion Control 112
Restrictions
on Camera Settings 112
Playback Options: The Playback Menu 115
Displaying the Playback Menu 115
~ Slide Show 117
1ii1 Delete 118
0'1'1 Protect 118
~ Hide Image 118
C-tJ Copy 119

Table of Contents
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 120
Displaying the Setup Menu 121
ffi! Menus 121
101 Welcome Screen 122
e) Date 123
IDI Brightness 126
III Date Imprint 126
\n1 Vibration Reduction 128
:It AF Assist 129
I@] Digital Zoom 129
~I») Sound Settings 130
~~\
e" Auto Off 130
d!I Format Memory/L] Format Card 131
... Language 132
as Video Mode 132
1m FUNC Button 132
I!I Reset All 133
uet Firmware Version 135
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Table of Contents
Technical Notes 136
Optional Accessories 136
Approved Memory Cards 137
Attaching Converter Lenses 138
Using
Optional Speedlights 139
Image/Sound File and Folder Names 140
Caring for the Camera 141
Cleaning 143
Storage 143
Error Messages 144
Troubleshooting 148
Specifications 154
Supported Standards
157
Index 158

Thank you for your purchase of aNikon COOLPIX P51 00 digital camera. This
manual was
written to help you enjoy shooting with your Nikon digital camera.
Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the
product will read it.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions are used:
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Notations
• A Secure Digital (SO) memory card is referred to as a "memory card./I
•The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the "default setting./I
•The names
of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed in the computer monitor are indicated with
brackets ([ ]).
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so
that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.
~ Memory Cards
Pictures shot with this camera can be stored in the camera's internal memory or on removable
memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and
delete, playback and format operations will apply only
to the pictures on the memory card. The
memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or used to store,
delete or view pictures. 1

Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ongoing product support and education,
continually updated information
is available online at the following sites:
•For users in the U.s.A.: http.//www.nikonuso.com/
•
For users in Europe and Africa: http.//www.europe-nlkon.com/support/
•
For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http'//wwwnikon-osio.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently
asked questions
(FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional
information may be available from the Nikon representative
in your area. See the URL below for
contact information:
http.//nikonimQging.com/
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic
circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries,
AC adapters,
and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use
with this Nikon digital camera are
engineered and proven
to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic
circuitry.
THE
USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA A D MAY
VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact alocal authorized Nikon dealer.
Holographic seal: Identifies this
device
as an authentic Nikon product.
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Before Shooting Important Pictures
Before shooting pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera
on atrip), take atest shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held
liable for damages
or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
About the Manuals
•No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,
stored in aretrieval system, or translated
into any language in any form, by any means, without
Nikon's prior written permission.
•Nikon reserves the right
to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in
these manuals at any
time and without prior notice.
•Nikon will
not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
•While every effort was made
to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and
complete, we
would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the
Nikon representative
in your area (address provided separately).

Information and Precautions
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means
of ascanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.
•Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government
bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped "Sample." The copying or reproduction
of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in aforeign country is prohibited. Unless
the prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused
postage stamps
or post cards issued by the government is prohibited. The copying or
reproduction
of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is
prohibited
•Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private
companies (shares, bills, checks,
gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes or coupon tickets, except
when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company Also, do
not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies
and private groups,
ID cards and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
•Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings,
woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies and photographs is governed by national and
international
copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to
infringe copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-
in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes
be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially
resulting
in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user's
responsibility.
Before discarding adata storage device or transferring ownership
to another person, erase all data
using commercial deletion software, or format the device and
then completely refill i with images
containing no private information (for example, pictures
of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any
pictures selected for
the welcome screen (~ 122). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage
to property when physically destroying data storage devices.
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The Camera Body
19
Lens coverclosed
18
lEI Cable connector 76,78,82
II Connector cover 76,78,82
IIIPower connector cover 136
ISelf-tir:'er
lamp 32,142
AF-asslst illuminator 27, 129, 142
II Microphone 59, 64, 71
II Lens ring 138
lEI Lens 143, 154
II Lens cover
lS 16 17
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a Command dial 9
II Power-on lamp 17, 130
II Power switch 17
II Mode dial 8
II Viewfinder 24
II Built-in flash 30
aAccessory shoe cover 139
II Accessory shoe 139
II Shutter-release button 26
mEyelet for camera strap (x2)
Zoom control 25
W(wide) 25
T(tele) 25
~ (thumbnail playback) 51
q(playback zoom) 53
@(help) 11
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11101 (monitor) button 12
a [E (playback) button 28
II MENU (menu) button 11,65,90, 115
1l1ii1 (delete) button 28, 29, 59, 70, 74
II Speaker 59,70,73
II Viewfinder 24
aFlash lamp 31
II Auto focus (AF) lamp 26
m Monitor 6, 12,23
m Multi selector 1°
m® button 10
lEI Tripod socket
Battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover
16, 20
Memory card slot.. 20
II Battery chamber 16
Battery latch 16, 17
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Parts ofthe Camera
The Monitor
The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback
(actual display varies
with current camera settings).
Shooting
31
6
10
28
27
14
1S
21 20 16
aShooting mode* 22, 35, 43, 44, 45, 64 mDate imprint/date counter 126
II Exposure lock .42 III Number of exposures remaining 22
II Focus mode 33 IIiI Movie length 64
II Zoom indicator 25 lEI Aperture 45
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II Flash mode (built-in flash) 30 mImage quality 91
IIFlash
mode (flash unit, available EIllmage size 92
separately from Nikon) 139 fa Exposure compensation 34
II Internal memory indicator 23 Ell Flash exposure compensation 108
II Battery level indicator 22 mConverter lens setting 110
m ISO sensitivity 31,99 ED Distortion control 112
mVibration reduction icon 23,128 Em B&W +color 96
IFocus area 26,105
ED Image optimization 94
Focus
area (when aface is recognized) m White balance 97
m
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Sel -timer indicator 32 ~
111
"0 ". d' 144 ...:. Bracketing 104
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'Time zone indicator 123 Iiii6I Continuous shooting mode 1 01
*Differs according to the current shooting mode. Refer to the sections on each mode for details.