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Nikon CoolPix S51 - User Manual

Nikon CoolPix S51
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(except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be
made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION.
Printed in China
YP7F01(11)
6MA34011-01
DIGITAL CAMERA
Users Manual
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • B
    brett12Sep 23, 2025
    Why can't I select paper size with my Nikon CoolPix S51 Digital Camera?
    • D
      Diane HuberSep 23, 2025
      If you cannot select the paper size with your Nikon Digital Camera, use the printer to select the page size, as the paper size cannot be selected from the camera if the printer does not support the page sizes used by the camera or the printer automatically selects the page size.
  • C
    Cory AvilaAug 25, 2025
    How to fix pictures that are too dark (underexposed) on my Nikon CoolPix S51?
    • J
      Jose RodriguezAug 25, 2025
      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.
  • B
    Brianna MooreAug 25, 2025
    Why does my Nikon CoolPix S51 turn off without warning?
    • P
      Paula RodriguezAug 26, 2025
      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.
  • N
    Nicholas MolinaAug 27, 2025
    How to improve monitor visibility on my Nikon CoolPix S51 Digital Camera?
    • B
      Brittney WilsonAug 27, 2025
      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.
  • P
    Phillip RichardAug 27, 2025
    How to fix blurred pictures on my Nikon CoolPix S51 Digital Camera?
    • T
      Travis MillerAug 27, 2025
      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.
  • K
    Kaylee EnglishSep 15, 2025
    Why aren't pictures displayed on my TV from my Nikon Digital Camera?
    • B
      Bailey DavenportSep 15, 2025
      If pictures are not displayed on the television from your Nikon Digital Camera, choose the correct video mode. Also, the memory card may contain no pictures. Try replacing the memory card or removing it to play back pictures from internal memory.
  • M
    Michael JacksonSep 12, 2025
    Why doesn't Nikon Transfer start when I connect my Nikon CoolPix S51?
    • L
      Lorraine DudleySep 13, 2025
      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.
  • D
    Diamond DavidsonSep 14, 2025
    Why can't I use D-Lighting, crop, or small picture options on my Nikon CoolPix S51 Digital Camera?
    • A
      Amanda HallSep 14, 2025
      If you cannot use D-Lighting, crop, or small picture options on your Nikon Digital Camera, these options cannot be used with movies and pictures taken when 16:9 is applied in the image mode setting. Select a picture that supports these options. The camera may also be unable to use these options with pictures recorded by other cameras. Other cameras may be unable to play back pictures recorded with this camera.
  • T
    Thomas Banks MDSep 5, 2025
    Why can't I zoom in on pictures on my Nikon Digital Camera?
    • D
      David StewartSep 5, 2025
      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.
  • R
    Robert BlackSep 2, 2025
    Why did the settings on my Nikon CoolPix S51 Digital Camera reset?
    • C
      Christina BatesSep 3, 2025
      If the camera settings on your Nikon Digital Camera reset, it is because the backup battery is exhausted.

Summary

Introduction

For Your Safety

Essential safety precautions for using the Nikon digital camera to prevent injury and damage.

First Steps

Charging the Battery

Detailed steps for charging the camera's rechargeable battery.

Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode

Step 1: Camera On and Auto Mode

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

Step 2: Frame a Picture

Guide to composing shots and using the zoom function.

Step 3: Focus and Shoot

Instructions on using the shutter-release button for focusing and capturing images.

Step 4: Viewing and Deleting Pictures

How to review captured images and delete unwanted ones.

Using the Flash

Explanation of different flash modes and their usage.

Exposure Compensation

How to adjust exposure compensation for brighter or darker images.

Shooting Suited for the Scene

High-sensitivity Shooting Mode

Using high sensitivity for low-light conditions to reduce blur.

Scene Modes

Overview of 15 scene options optimized for various shooting situations.

One-Touch Portrait Mode

More on Playback

Movies

Voice Recordings

Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers

Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus

Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu

Details on the shooting menu options for image size, quality, and shooting parameters.

Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu

Configuration options for camera settings like menus, welcome screen, date, and time.

Playback Options: The Playback Menu

Functions available in the playback menu, including print, slide show, delete, and protect.

Technical Notes

Caring for the Camera

Guidelines for proper cleaning, storage, and handling of the camera.

Error Messages

Common error messages, their causes, and solutions for troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common problems encountered during camera operation.

Specifications

Technical details and features of the Nikon COOLPIX S51 digital camera.

Nikon CoolPix S51 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCompact
Image Sensor TypeCCD
Image Sensor Size1/2.5 inch
Optical Zoom3x
Digital Zoom4x
Storage MediaSD/SDHC
Internal Memory50 MB
InterfaceUSB 2.0
Screen Size3.0 inches
LCD MonitorTFT LCD
Image StabilizationOptical
Maximum ApertureF2.8
ISO SensitivityISO 64-1600
Shooting ModesAuto, Scene, Movie
Movie640x480 at 30fps
Power SourceBattery
Weight125 g (without battery and memory card)

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