Macro Mode

Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 2 cm (0.8 in.). Note that the flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.).

1 Press the multi selector p(macro mode).

The macro mode menu is displayed.

2 Press the multi selector Hor Ito choose ON and press the k button.

The macro mode icon (F) is displayed.

If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.

Macro mode

3 Rotate the zoom control to frame the picture.

The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position.

When the zoom is at a position where Fand the zoom indicator glow green (to the left of G), the camera can

focus on subjects as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.) from the lens. When the zoom is fully zoomed out, the camera can focus on subjects as close as 2 cm (0.8 in.) from the lens.

CAutofocus

When using A(auto) mode, if Autofocus mode (A 48) is set to Full-time AF, the camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to lock the focus. Therefore, the sound of lens drive movement can be heard.

When using other shooting modes, Full-time AF is turned on automatically when macro mode is turned on.

CThe Macro Mode Setting

Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode

The macro mode setting applied in A (auto) mode is saved in the camera’s memory even after the

camera is turned off, and reapplied the next time A (auto) mode is selected.

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Nikon S5100 user manual Macro Mode, Press the multi selector pmacro mode, Rotate the zoom control to frame the picture

Coolpix Digital Camera, S5100 specifications

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