Why are my Nikon Digital Camera pictures too bright (overexposed)?
- KKristine GarciaSep 8, 2025
If your Nikon Digital Camera pictures are too bright (overexposed), adjust the exposure compensation.

Why are my Nikon Digital Camera pictures too bright (overexposed)?
If your Nikon Digital Camera pictures are too bright (overexposed), adjust the exposure compensation.
How to resolve bright pixels ('noise') in Nikon Digital Camera images?
If randomly-spaced bright pixels (“noise”) appear in your Nikon Digital Camera images, the shutter speed is likely too slow. Reduce noise by using the flash or choosing a scene mode with noise reduction.
Why is my Nikon Coolpix L12 not focusing?
If your Nikon Digital Camera cannot focus, the subject might be one that the autofocus doesn't work well with. Try setting [AF assist] in the setup menu to [Auto]. If there is a focus error, turn the camera off and then on again.
Why does the flash not fire on my Nikon Digital Camera?
The flash on your Nikon Digital Camera may not fire because the flash is off. Also, some scene modes do not allow the flash to be turned on. Anti-shake mode might be enabled, or T modes are selected. Check if [Continuous] or [Multi-shot 16] is selected for [Continuous], or if [On] is selected for [BSS].
Why is my Nikon Coolpix L12 monitor hard to read?
If the monitor on your Nikon Digital Camera is hard to read, try adjusting the monitor brightness. Also, the monitor might be dirty, so try cleaning it. The monitor might have dimmed to save power; it will brighten when controls are used.
How to fix bright specks in flash photos on my Nikon Coolpix L12 Digital Camera?
If you see bright specks in pictures taken with the flash on your Nikon Digital Camera, the flash is likely reflecting off particles in the air. Try turning the flash off.
Why does my Nikon Digital Camera turn off without warning?
Your Nikon Digital Camera might be turning off without warning because the batteries are low, the camera is automatically turning off to save power, or the batteries are cold.
Why is my Nikon Coolpix L12 monitor blank?
The monitor on your Nikon Digital Camera might be blank because the camera is off, the battery is exhausted, or the camera is in standby mode to save power. If it's in standby mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. Also, if the flash lamp is blinking red, wait until the flash has charged. Ensure the camera isn't connected to a PC via USB or to a TV via A/V cable.
Why do my Nikon Coolpix L12 pictures appear smeared?
If pictures from your Nikon Digital Camera appear smeared, the lens is likely dirty. Clean the lens.
Why won't my Nikon Coolpix L12 Digital Camera take a picture when I press the shutter?
If your Nikon Digital Camera isn't taking pictures when you press the shutter-release button, and the camera is in playback mode, press i or the shutter-release button. If menus are displayed, press m. The battery could also be exhausted, or the flash might be charging if the flash lamp is blinking.
| Type | Compact |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | CCD |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.5 inch |
| Effective Pixels | 7.1 million |
| Optical Zoom | 3x |
| Digital Zoom | 4x |
| LCD Screen Size | 2.5 inches |
| Storage Media | SD/SDHC |
| Image Resolution | 3072 x 2304 pixels |
| Video Resolution | 640 x 480 |
| Weight | 125 g (without battery) |
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