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Nikon - COOLPIX B500 16.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Plum

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26507
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  • QuestionJust bought camera. When I turn off camera, the on/off light stays on. Nothing in manual about it. Help?

    Asked by Kelly.

    • Answer The green light you are seeing on your Nikon COOLPIX B500 digital camera is to let you know that the camera is still connected to the smart device and that the SnapBridge app is still on; ready for use. To un-pair the camera when you aren't using it, simply open up the SnapBridge application, press the camera listed that is currently paired with and say "OK" to un-pairing. Then open Bluetooth settings on your smart device, choose the B500 camera and "Forget this device". The green light will no longer be there when you turn the camera off. To connect them again, just open up the SnapBridge app and start the process for pairing by pressing the camera icon. To learn more about your camera please contact Nikon Support.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • QuestionI want to start a YouTube channel. Is this a good camera with good quality for videos?

    Asked by Dev22.

    • Answer The Nikon COOLPIX B500 digital camera allows you to capture video in Full HD 1080p quality with stereo sound and Hybrid Vibration Reduction (VR) to counteract shaky hands. There's even a Short Movie Show mode which helps to combine multiple videos into one thrilling, fast-motion sequence movie. In addition, this easy-to-use, point and shoot camera has a Creative Mode that lets you apply different effects to your video to really help them stand out. It is recommended you use an approved memory card with a speed of 6 or more for videos.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • QuestionIs the zoom on this camera clear enough for me to tell if the Bigfoot I've been seeing is a male or female at 300 yards?

    Asked by Billybob.

    This question was asked about the related product: Nikon - COOLPIX B500 16.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black

    • Answer The B500 has a 40x optical zoom provides super telephoto power! Add to that its Dynamic Fine Zoom, an enhanced digital zoom which effectively doubles the camera's reach. The B500's Lens-Shift Vibration Reduction (VR) helps to keep your long distance shots steady, and its 16-megapixel CMOS sensor captures every detail. Keep in mind that other factors will impact the shot - for example - if the creature is excessively hirsute then it may not be possible to determine its gender regardless of how close you are able to zoom in.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • QuestionDoes this camera use only AA batteries only?

    Asked by Chloe.

    • Answer The Nikon COOLPIX B500 digital camera takes either four LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries, four FR6/L91 (AA) lithium batteries or four EN-MH2 Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. No other types of batteries should be used with this camera.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • QuestionI like to take a lot of outdoor photos, is this camera good for that?

    Asked by Outdoor.

    • Answer Yes, this camera is good for outdoor photography. It includes picture shooting modes for bird watching, panoramic landscapes, fireworks, night landscapes, sports and sunsets.

      Answered by CommunityAnswer

  • QuestionCan the camera do manual cropping, and saving, of the cropped picture?

    Asked by GreatPicsKid.

    This question was asked about the related product: Nikon - COOLPIX B500 16.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black

    • Answer The Nikon COOLPIX B500 digital camera allows you to easily crop images taken with the camera. When images are cropped an edited copy is created and saved, leaving the original intact.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • Questiondoes this camera have a viewfinder?

    Asked by cookie.

    This question was asked about the related product: Nikon - COOLPIX B500 16.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black

    • Answer Sadly, it does not. The optical viewfinder has all but disappeared except on the high-end DSLR cameras. The 3" LCD display seems to do a good job and I am able to see images in bright sunlight. The LCD on the B500 has the ability to tilt down so you can see what you are snapping even if you are holding it above your head. I'm kind of short so I am looking forward to using this feature.

      Answered by WIJourney

  • QuestionWhat would the recommended SD card be for this camera?

    Asked by jasuse.

    • Answer Nikon recommends SDHC or SDXC-type Sandisk or Lexar Brand SD cards as being compatible with the B500. The Sandisk brand cards have been tested up to 512GB. The Lexar brand cards have been tested up to 256GB.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • QuestionHow many minutes of video can I shoot in one long movie? What limits the length of time? Battries? SD card size? 32gig, 64gig? coolpix B500 16.0 megapix

    Asked by MrNikon35.

    This question was asked about the related product: Nikon - COOLPIX B500 16.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black

    • Answer Individual movie files cannot exceed 4 GB in size or 29 minutes in length, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording. It is recommended that memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are used when recording movies as movie recording can stop unexpectedly when a memory card with a lower Speed Class rating is used. To learn more please contact Nikon Support.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • QuestionCan this picture take good pictures of the night sky?

    Asked by Julie.

    This question was asked about the related product: Nikon - COOLPIX B500 16.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black

    • Answer The Nikon COOLPIX B500 digital camera does have an option to take great images of the night time sky. Try placing the camera in the "Night Landscape" mode. This feature allows you to capture a series of images when the shutter-release button is pressed fully down that combine into a single saved image. There is also a tripod setting option in "Night Landscape" in which only one image is captured at a slow shutter speed when the shutter-release button is pressed down all the way. In addition there is an option for getting dazzling star trails or a combination of land and star trails with the Multiple Exposure Lighten Scene Mode. Any of these options will allow you to get amazing images of any night time landscape or sky subjects.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • QuestionDoes this replace the L840 ?I am eager to purchase if so

    Asked by Arlene.

    • Answer While it does share a lot of the features that the Nikon COOLPIX L840 has, the Nikon B-500 actually forms a new line of startup cameras. The B-500 combines the ease of a point and shoot with the control that comes with a PSAM dial. This model is equipped with a 40x Optical Zoom and an 80x Dynamic Fine Zoom that allows you to capture moments normally not within your reach. You can then choose from the camera's Built-in Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth options to send them wirelessly. This camera also has a new Superlapse Movie feature, which can change a regular video into an exciting fast-motion clip.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • QuestionDoes the lens cap have an attachment to the camera so you don't lose it? Or is it a separate piece?

    Asked by Jcgirl.

    This question was asked about the related product: Nikon - COOLPIX B500 16.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black

    • Answer The Nikon COOLPIX B500 digital camera comes with a lens cap cord. This is packaged in it's own plastic sleeve among the rest of the accessories. Information about how to attach it can be found in the Quick Start Guide provided to you in the box.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • QuestionMy Nikon Coolpix B500 camera came with regular AA batteries, but can I but charger and rechargeable batteries to use in it?

    Asked by Helen.

    This question was asked about the related product: Nikon - COOLPIX B500 16.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black

    • Answer The B500 can take LR6/L40 alkaline AA batteries, FR6/L91 lithium AA batteries, or EN-MH2 Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Battery performance will vary by type, brand, and camera usage. Details on battery life can be found on page 173 of the B500 Reference Manual which can be downloaded from this address: http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/327/COOLPIX_B500.html .

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • Questioncan i do multiple exposures with camera?

    Asked by upallnight.

    • Answer The COOLPIX B500 has a Multiple Exp Lighten Scene Mode, in which the camera shoots multiple exposures at regular intervals, then composites only the bright areas of the shots and saves them as a single file. Multiple Exp Lighten Scene Mode is used for capturing nightscapes with light trails such as those created by the flow of car lights or the motion of stars. The B500 does not have a standard multiple exposure mode.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • QuestionWhat is the biggest memory card this camera can use?

    Asked by Bxjcl.

    • Answer The max memory card (SD) size for the Nikon Coolpix B500 16.0-Megapixel Digital Camera (Plum) is 64 GB.

      Answered by CommunityAnswer

  • QuestionI just purchased a Nikon Coolpix B500, my question is....can i take pictures of the moon with this camera, if so what settings do i use...thank youI just purchased a Nikon Coolpix B500, my question is can I take pictures of the moon, is so what are my settings..thank you..

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer The COOLPIX B500 has a specific setting, built-in, to the camera that will automatically set your camera to the correct settings for shooting the moon. If you rotate your command dial on the top of the camera to the SCENE position, then go into the MENU and select MOON, your camera will automatically be set. Please be aware that the camera's self-timer will automatically be set for two seconds delay. So, you should have the camera on a flat surface or on a tripod when shooting the moon. You should not be hand-holding.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • Questiondoes this camera come with a rechargeable battery?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer The COOLPIX B500 comes with 4 non-rechargeable alkaline AA batteries. LR6/L40 alkaline AA batteries, FR6/L91 lithium AA batteries, or EN-MH2 Rechargeable Ni-MH AA batteries can be used in the B500.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • QuestionHow to turn off the red light/ assist light in B500 Nikon camera..?

    Asked by Lala.

    • Answer You can turn the AF-Assist Light off by going into your Menu. From there go into your Set-Up Menu, indicated by the Wrench icon, then find the setting called "AF Assist". You will turn this "Off". If you need more assistance, please contact Nikon Customer Support.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • Questioncan the aperture setting be changed on the Coolpix b500 and if it can how do you do it

    Asked by bowhntr.

    This question was asked about the related product: Nikon - COOLPIX B500 16.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black

    • Answer The Nikon B500 does not have a way to set aperture, but depending on how close your subject is to the camera and how far away the back ground is from your subject, you may be able to achieve a bokeh background for your sharply focused subject. In addition, this camera has Scene Modes that will help you capture amazing images of subjects you may shoot all the time, such as portraits, sports, landscape and close-ups.

      Answered by NikonStaff

  • Questionhow long of a video can i take with this camera

    Asked by coolpix22.

    This question was asked about the related product: Nikon - COOLPIX B500 16.0-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black

    • Answer The Nikon COOLPIX B500 digital camera can record a movie file up to 4 GB in size or 29 minutes in length. This is even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording. It is recommended that memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are used when recording movies. To learn more please contact Nikon Support.

      Answered by NikonStaff

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