The 5.1 megapixel Coolpix 5400 is a digital camera released by Nikon in 2004. The 5400 is an advanced digital camera that gives experienced photographers great control over how their pictures are taken while still being easy to use for casual photographers. The camera requires a short setup out of the box after which the user can start snapping pictures.
Inserting Batteries and the Memory Card
The first steps to taking pictures with the 5400 is to insert the battery and memory card. The battery chamber is located on the underside of the camera. Open the cover by pressing the latch toward the back of the camera to release the lock and pulling out on the cover. Insert the battery with the positive end facing the back of the camera and the negative end facing the front. Close the cover and slide the latch toward the front of the camera to set the lock and secure the camera.
First check that the camera is off by pushing the power switch on the top of the camera to the off position. With the back of the camera facing you, open the memory card compartment door on the right side of the camera. Check that the "Eject" button next to the memory card slot is pressed down. Slide the memory card into the slot, contacts first. Once the memory card is fully inserted, close the memory card compartment door.
Taking Pictures
You are now ready to take pictures with the 5400. There are several shooting modes available, but to start taking snapshots use "Auto" mode. Turn the shooting mode dial to the symbol of the camera to set "Auto" mode and turn on the camera. You will hear a beep and the power lamp will light up. The LCD screen will display the view through the lens when the camera is ready to take pictures. Point the camera at the subject of the photo and press the shutter button halfway. The camera will auto focus on the subject in the center of the frame. The "AF" indicator will glow green when the camera is focused. Press the shutter button fully to take the photograph.
Quick Review and Playback
The 5400 provides two options for reviewing your pictures: Quick Review and Playback. Quick Review is used to check that the last picture you took is set to the correct focus and exposure for the shooting conditions. Press the "Quick" button located to the bottom and right of the view screen. You will see the last picture taken in the upper left of the view screen. If you would like to see the image in full screen, press the "Quick" button again. Finally, to exit Quick Review press the "Quick" button a third time or press the shutter button halfway.
Playback mode is used to review all of your picture and delete those you wish to remove from memory. Turn the shooting mode dial to the "Play" symbol. Press the multi-selector button to the left or right to scroll through your pictures. If you want to delete a picture, press the "AF" button when the picture is onscreen and select "Yes" to confirm the deletion.
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