If you are the kind or person who takes pride in the uniqueness of their camera, then the Nikon Coolpix SQ is a camera you need to see. The camera itself is a work of art. At first glance the Nikon Coolpix SQ is shaped like a tiny square that fits easily into your pocket, but surprisingly the lens rotates outward to transform this camera into a very advanced looking piece of equipment.
System Error
With any highly complex camera you will have a few technical difficulties. With the Nikon Coolpix SQ, one of the most common errors is a "system error" when you turn the camera on. While the camera will not allow you to take pictures, you may still be able to scroll through the images already on the camera's memory card.
This is a common error in the Nikon Coolpix SQ and is the result of the camera lens becoming "stuck". It may be that you need to turn the camera on and off a few times and tap the camera against a firm surface. While you must always be careful in doing this, it will often release the stuck lens.
LCD Does Not Work
If the Nikon Coolpix SQ LCD screen does not light up, then you may have a power problem. You can always bypass this by connecting the camera to a TV and seeing if you can browse all of the images on your camera. If the camera still works through the TV then a good idea is to check the LCD fuse located near the back of the camera. The Nikon Coolpix SQ manual will tell you the number of the fuse that needs replacing.
Battery Life and Memory
If you are running short on battery life, then you may want to invest in a high-grade Lithium or NiMH battery with a powerful charger. This will enable you to get prolonged use out of the SQ.
Other problems with the Nikon Coolpix SQ that result in the camera not turning on properly could be memory related. Make sure to always investigate which types of memory sticks are compatible with the Nikon Coolpix SQ and purchase only those.
Date & Time Imprint Cannot be Removed
It may be that you do not want a timestamp on your photos. A common problem with the Nikon Coolpix SQ is that the Date & Time imprint cannot be turned off through the standard menu. A strategy for fixing this is to turn on the camera, switch the menu setting to "green" and then go to the menu and scroll down to "Date Imprint" which you can now turn off.
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