Any Hints About Using A Nikon Coolpix

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texaskitty New Member United States 20 Posts	Posted 08/23/2012 1:07 pm I am going to need to photograph some coins so the lovely folks here can help me. I have a Nikon Coolpix, its just a point and shoot, but I thought there might be some settings that would make a better pix. Thanks in advance Report this Post to the Staff

oih82w8 Pillar of the Community United States 7840 Posts	Posted 08/23/2012 1:18 pm I am not the best at this subject, but this is what I remember from my "trial and error" days, and mainly what I have gathered here in the CCF Coin Photography threads; Adjust the "White Balance", "Macro" setting, no flash, a camera stand or tripod, use the timer, (I have heard that the Jansjo Lamps are the ones to get) and read to your hearts content the other threads in photography. Just about any question you could come up with has been asked at least once, but it doesn't hurt to ask again. And one more thing; the three "P's"...practice, persistence and patience. And show us your handiwork as you progress! Edited by oih82w8 08/23/2012 1:25 pm Report this Post to the Staff
John R Valued Member United States 66 Posts	Posted 08/23/2012 3:20 pm look for the macro setting - possibly has a symbol of a flower. when using that feature, you cannot zoom in to far, but you should be able to get the camera very close. Also try to get a lot of light on the coin, you likely wont be able to use the camera flash (a white LED is good.) Report this Post to the Staff
SsuperDdave Moderator United States 23522 Posts	Posted 08/23/2012 4:53 pm At the risk of seeming like I'm blowing my own horn, start here: https://goccf.com/t/29441 I wrote that 4-1/2 years ago, but much is still relevant. Report this Post to the Staff
nod2003 Pillar of the Community United States 3294 Posts	Posted 08/23/2012 5:55 pm I also have this type of camera. One key thing is to have good lighting. Report this Post to the Staff
oih82w8 Pillar of the Community United States 7840 Posts	Posted 08/24/2012 10:08 am SsuperDdave, I love(d) that 1839 Large Cent ...Silly Head variety? Too bad you sold it. Edited by oih82w8 08/24/2012 10:09 am Report this Post to the Staff
micro Valued Member United States 88 Posts	Posted 08/25/2012 08:14 am I have this camera too. I press the w-t bar to zoom in and I use a loupe on the lens. For just a general pic I use a loupe without zooming in. Good luck It took me a bit to get it right Report this Post to the Staff
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