COOLPIX S5100  Style. Speed. SimplicitySlim Design. 5X Zoom. Fast Focus.

The Nikon COOLPIX S5100 is a take-anywhere camera capable of producing stunning images with ease. The S5100 offers 12.2 megapixels, a 5x optical Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens and a host of creative features.
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  • EN-EL10 Rechargeable Battery
  • UC-E6 USB Cable
  • EG-CP14 Audio Video Cable
  • Software Suite CD-ROM
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I love 99.9% of this camera I love this camera and all the things it can do. I love that it has video as well. The only thing I don't like is it is very hard to see the screen in bright outdoor applications. I wished it had a view finder to look through. I was at an Air Force Thunderbirds air show and it was very hard to keep the planes in the screen since they were so small on screen. Other than that, I love it! Would recommend it to others. July 28, 2011
Coolpix, perfect for busy family picture taking This camera is outstanding and has great features. However, I wish it was more rugged and water proof. It is too fragile to take on many trips where I need to pack it with other gear (camping, diving, etc.). May 13, 2011
Compact size & does it all I really enjoy using this small digital camera and movie recorder. I keep it in my coat pocket because it is so compact. I never know when I will come across a photo opportunity. The battery stays charged for quite a long time. April 29, 2011
awosome purchase!!! I have never experience a problem with this little gadget! So far everything works as it suppose to and the screen is great. better than other brands thats for sure.... I am an outdoor person and this camera fits in all my pockets. You have to play around to get the best out of it. Get familiar with the options that it offers and you'll do good... March 31, 2011
So far we love it! It should actually be called a 'smart' camera b.c. it does so much without us even realizing it! Great value! December 27, 2010
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Does Coolpix S5100 have orientation sensor?

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DOES it have? (If so, answer is YES)
Does NOT have? (If so, answer is NO)
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No, it does not.
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Nikon Coolpix S5100 does NOT have orientation sensor.
It only rotates pictures with a recognized human face.
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Can someone help me with the picture quality on the Nikon Coolpix s5100?

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I have my camera on flash, but the picture quality is always dark, even in bright areas. This happens even with the special settings under the scene key. I'm not sure what to do with the camera to fix it. if anyone can help, it would be greatly appreciated!
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Answer: 
Please reset the camera to default settings:
Go to MENU > Setup > Reset All

If the problem persists you will need to send your camera for service.

For Nikon Service information, please see:

Title: How do I get my Nikon product serviced?
URL: http://support.nikontech.com/cgi-bi...

There is no need to call in advance for any approval or authorization; simply send the product in for evaluation with no accessories, unless part of the issue, and a photocopy of the receipt. Once logged in, service will send you a confirmation.

Sorry for the problems you have had with your Nikon product; Nikon Service strives to evaluate and repair all items as quickly as possible.
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Where to see battery status?

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Hello Nikon
I brought a Nikon S5100 and I am very satisfied with it. However, I am frustrated because I cannot see the battery status of the camera. Is there a way that I can get this info about the camera? And how?

Thanks in advance :)
Your sincerely Matthew
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Top right corner of your screen is the battery level indicator, page 22 of your manual explains all.
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orientation sensor?

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Does Coolpix S5100 have orientation sensor to automatically rotate not only human portrait pictures but pictures with a portrait / vertical position?
Not only human faces but anything shot in a vertical setting?
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Images captured using face detection will be rotated and displayed automatically according to the orientation of the faces detected; in full frame playback mode (excluding images captured using Continuous, BSS and Multi-Shot 16. Also, you can change the image orientation after taking the picture using the Rotate Image feature.
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Why Camera Hangs While Recording Video

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Hi,

My Camera hangs when I try to record video and then it switches off by itself. This happens randomly sometimes. When I try to see the last recoding then some message comes like "This files contains no images....."
I have memory card of 4Gb.
Am I doing something wrong? Please help.
 
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Please verify that you are using an approved memory card and format it in the camera.
http://support.nikonusa.com/app/ans...
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Panorama making from video? Is S5100 capable of doing that?

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I've got the following answer from the manufacturer of the bundled software.
Is this true?
Really, is it impossible to make a panorama image from a video with this camera?

"As consulted with our technical support, we are sorry that your program version can't support video files. Your program is bundled with Nikon device and can't support video files as the Nikon requested."
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The Panorama Maker version that comes in the Software Suite for Nikon is only for photos.
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How long can I record a video for with this camera.

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The maximum file size for a single movie is 4GB or the maximum movie length for a single movie is 29 minutes, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording.
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My camera flash doesn't work

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My camera flash is not working at all, when I try to take a picture with flash, a red light blinking in the panel but nothing happens, could be a hardware problem or I am doing something wrong? I bought my camera in Europe but now I am living in Chile South America what can I do?
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Please visit Nikon global site for more information regarding other countries. www.nikon.com.
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Problem uploading pictures from camera to computer.

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The images on the camera itself are great, but after I upload them to my computer, some of the images have discoloring, as if they had a problem uploading.
I've tried uninstalling and reinstalling the camera driver, I've also tried using different ways to upload the images, but nothing has worked...

My computer runs on Windows Vista.
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For better assistance, please click on the link below in order for you to send sample images:
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monitor has a 5mm white strip in the middle

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