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Peter BurchSep 6, 2025
How to fix smeared pictures on my Nikon CoolPix S51 Digital Camera?
- EElizabeth BatesSep 6, 2025
If pictures appear smeared when using your Nikon Digital Camera, clean the lens.
How to fix smeared pictures on my Nikon CoolPix S51 Digital Camera?
If pictures appear smeared when using your Nikon Digital Camera, clean the lens.
How to fix pictures that are too dark (underexposed) on my Nikon CoolPix S51?
If pictures taken with your Nikon Digital Camera appear too dark, verify that the flash is enabled and not blocked. Ensure the subject is within flash range. Try adjusting exposure compensation or using a high-sensitivity shooting mode, or raise the ISO sensitivity. If the subject is backlit, select the backlight scene mode or use fill flash.
Why does my Nikon CoolPix S51 turn off without warning?
If the Nikon Digital Camera turns off without warning, it may be due to a low battery or the camera automatically turning off to save power. A cold battery can also cause this issue.
How to improve monitor visibility on my Nikon CoolPix S51 Digital Camera?
If the monitor of your Nikon Digital Camera is hard to read, try adjusting the monitor brightness. Ensure the monitor is clean. Note that the monitor may dim to save power, but it will brighten when the controls are used.
How to fix blurred pictures on my Nikon CoolPix S51 Digital Camera?
If pictures taken with your Nikon Digital Camera appear blurred, consider using the flash or a high-sensitivity shooting mode. You might also want to use vibration reduction, use the specified mode, or use a tripod with the self-timer.
What to do if my Nikon CoolPix S51 cannot focus?
If your Nikon Digital Camera is not able to focus, and the intended subject is one with which autofocus does not perform well, set the AF assist in the setup menu to Auto. If there is a focus error, turn the camera off and then on again.
Why doesn't Nikon Transfer start when I connect my Nikon CoolPix S51?
If the Nikon Transfer does not start when the camera is connected, the camera might be off, the battery might be exhausted, or the audio video/USB cable might not be correctly connected. The camera may also not be recognized by the computer, or the computer may not be set to launch Nikon Transfer automatically.
Why can't I zoom in on pictures on my Nikon Digital Camera?
If you are unable to zoom in on a picture with your Nikon Digital Camera, it is because playback zoom cannot be used with movies, small pictures, or pictures that have been cropped to below 320 × 240.
Why did the settings on my Nikon CoolPix S51 Digital Camera reset?
If the camera settings on your Nikon Digital Camera reset, it is because the backup battery is exhausted.
How to enable shutter sound on my Nikon CoolPix S51 Digital Camera?
If no sound is produced when the shutter is released on your Nikon Digital Camera, check if Off is selected for Sound settings > Shutter sound in the setup menu. Also, check if Continuous or Multi-shot 16 is selected for Continuous, or On is selected for BSS in the shooting menu. This can also happen if the sports or museum scene mode is selected, or a mode other than stop-motion movie is selected.
General| Type | Compact |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor Type | CCD |
| Image Sensor Size | 1/2.5 inch |
| Optical Zoom | 3x |
| Digital Zoom | 4x |
| Storage Media | SD/SDHC |
| Internal Memory | 50 MB |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Screen Size | 3.0 inches |
| LCD Monitor | TFT LCD |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Maximum Aperture | F2.8 |
| ISO Sensitivity | ISO 64-1600 |
| Shooting Modes | Auto, Scene, Movie |
| Movie | 640x480 at 30fps |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Weight | 125 g (without battery and memory card) |
Essential safety precautions for using the Nikon digital camera to prevent injury and damage.
Detailed steps for charging the camera's rechargeable battery.
How to turn on the camera and select Auto mode for shooting.
Guide to composing shots and using the zoom function.
Instructions on using the shutter-release button for focusing and capturing images.
How to review captured images and delete unwanted ones.
Explanation of different flash modes and their usage.
How to adjust exposure compensation for brighter or darker images.
Using high sensitivity for low-light conditions to reduce blur.
Overview of 15 scene options optimized for various shooting situations.
Details on the shooting menu options for image size, quality, and shooting parameters.
Configuration options for camera settings like menus, welcome screen, date, and time.
Functions available in the playback menu, including print, slide show, delete, and protect.
Guidelines for proper cleaning, storage, and handling of the camera.
Common error messages, their causes, and solutions for troubleshooting.
Solutions for common problems encountered during camera operation.
Technical details and features of the Nikon COOLPIX S51 digital camera.
