The mode dial – Nikon Coolpix P5000 User Manual
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Introduction
The Mode Dial
To select a mode, align the mode icon with the mark
next to the mode dial.
P, S, A, M
(
B 38): Choose
these modes for greater
control over shutter speed
and aperture.
R Setup (
B 83): Display
the setup menu, where
you can perform such
tasks as setting the camera
clock and adjusting moni-
tor brightness.
V Movie (
B 47): Choose
from seven movie modes.
S Scene (
B 29): Make
voice recordings or
choose from sixteen
“scenes” suited to differ-
ent subjects or shooting
conditions and let the
camera do the rest.
U Auto (
B 16): A simple
“point-and-shoot” mode
recommended for first-
time users of digital cam-
eras.
P Anti-shake (
B 36): Pre-
vent or reduce blur using
vibration reduction and
the Best Shot Selector
(BSS).
T High sensitivity (
B 37):
Choose this mode to
reduce blur when the sub-
ject is poorly lit.