User manual FUJIFILM FINEPIX F200 EXR

BL00829-201 E Before You Begin First Steps Basic Photography and Playback More on Photography More on Playback Movies Connections Menus For information on related products, visit our website at http://www.fujifilm.com/products/index.html Owner's Manual Thank you for your purchase of this product. This manual describes how to use your FUJIFILM FinePix F200EXR digital camera and the supplied software. Be sure that you have read and understood its contents before using the camera. Technical Notes Troubleshooting Appendix For Your Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS · Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. · Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. · Heed Warnings: All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. · Follow Instructions: All operating and use instructions should be followed. Alternate Warnings: This video product is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug. Water and Moisture: Do not use this video product near water--for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. Antennas Outdoor Antenna Grounding: If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA No. 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Ground Clamp Electric Service Equipment Ground Clamps Antenna Lead in Wire Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC SECTION 810-20) Power-Cord Protection: Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular Overloading: Do not overload wall out- attention to cords at plugs, conveInstallation Power Sources: This video product lets and extension cords as this can nience receptacles, and the point should be operated only from the result in a risk of fire or electric shock. where they exit from the appliance. type of power source indicated on Ventilation: Slots and openings in Accessories: Do not place this video the marking label. If you are not sure the cabinet are provided for ventila- product on an unstable cart, stand, of the type of power supply to your tion, to ensure reliable operation of tripod, bracket, or table. The video home, consult your appliance dealer the video product and to protect it product may fall, causing serious inor local power company. For video from overheating, and these open- jury to a child or adult, and serious products intended to operate from ings must not be blocked or cov- damage to the appliance. Use only battery power, or other sources, refer ered. The openings should never with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or to the operating instructions. be blocked by placing the video table recommended by the manufacGrounding or Polarization: This video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other turer, or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the appliance should product is equipped with a polar- similar surface. ized alternating-current line plug (a This video product should not be follow the manufacturer's instructions, plug having one blade wider than placed in a built-in installation such and should use a mounting accessory the other). This plug will fit into the as a bookcase or rack unless proper recommended by the manufacturer. power outlet only one way. This is a ventilation is provided or the manu- An appliance and safety feature. If you are unable to facturer's instructions have been ad- cart combination insert the plug fully into the outlet, hered to. This video product should should be moved try reversing the plug. If the plug never be placed near or over a radia- with care. Quick should still fail to fit, contact your tor or heat register. stops, excessive electrician to replace your obsolete force, and uneven outlet. Do not defeat the safety pur- Attachments: Do not use attachments surfaces may not recommended by the video pose of the polarized plug. cause the appliance and cart combiproduct manufacturer as they may nation to overturn. cause hazards. Grounding Power Service Grounding Conductors Electrode System (NEC (NEC SECTION 810-21) ART 250. PART H) Power Lines: An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, ii For Your Safety or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Use Cleaning: Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Object and Liquid Entry: Never push objects of any kind into this video product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product. Lightning: For added protection for this video product receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power-line surges. and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: · When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. · If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video product. · If the video product has been exposed to rain or water. · If the video product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. If the video product does not operate normally follow the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance-- this indicates a need for service. Be sure to read these notes before use Safety Notes · Make sure that you use your camera correctly. Read these safety notes and your Owner's Manual carefully before use. · After reading these safety notes, store them in a safe place. About the Icons The icons shown below are used in this document to indicate the severity of the injury or damage that can result if the information indicated by the icon is ignored and the product is used incorrectly as a result. This icon indicates that death or serious injury can result if the information is ignored. This icon indicates that personal injury or material damage can result if the information is ignored. WARNING CAUTION The icons shown below are used to indicate the nature of the instructions which are to be observed. Triangular icons tell you that this information requires attention ("Important"). Circular icons with a diagonal bar tell you that the action indicated is prohibited ("Prohibited"). Filled circles with an exclamation mark indicate an action that must be performed ("Required"). Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as Service the original part. Unauthorized subServicing: Do not attempt to service stitutions may result in fire, electric this video product yourself as openshock or other hazards. ing or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other Safety Check: Upon completion of any hazards. Refer all servicing to quali- service or repairs to this video prodfied service personnel. uct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this that the video product is in proper video product from the wall outlet operating condition. WARNING Unplug from power socket If a problem arises, turn the camera off, remove the battery, and disconnect and unplug the AC power adapter. Continued use of the camera when it is emitting smoke, is emitting any unusual odor, or is in any other abnormal state can cause a fire or electric shock. Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Do not allow water or foreign objects to enter the camera. If water or foreign objects get inside the camera, turn the camera off, remove the battery, and disconnect and unplug the AC power adapter. Continued use of the camera can cause a fire or electric shock. Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. iii For Your Safety WARNING Do not use in the bathroom or shower CAUTION Do not use this camera in locations affected by oil fumes, steam, humidity or dust. This can cause a fire or electric shock. Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures. Do not leave the camera in locations such as a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight. This can cause a fire. Keep out of the reach of small children. This product could cause injury in the hands of a child. Do not place heavy objects on the camera. This can cause the heavy object to tip over or fall and cause injury. Do not move the camera while the AC power adapter is still connected. Do not pull on the connection cord to disconnect the AC power adapter. This can damage the power cord or cables and cause a fire or electric shock. Do not cover or wrap the camera or the AC power adapter in a cloth or blanket. This can cause heat to build up and distort the casing or cause a fire. When you are cleaning the camera or you do not plan to use the camera for an extended period, remove the battery and disconnect and unplug the AC power adapter. Failure to do so can cause a fire or electric shock. When charging ends, unplug the charger from the power socket. Leaving the charger plugged into the power socket can cause a fire. Using a flash too close to a person's eyes may temporarily affect the eyesight. Take particular care when photographing infants and young children. When a memory card is removed, the card could come out of the slot too quickly. Use your finger to hold it and gently release the card. Request regular internal testing and cleaning for your camera. Build-up of dust in your camera can cause a fire or electric shock. Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to request internal cleaning every two years. Please note that this service is not free of charge. Do not use the camera in the bathroom or shower. This can cause a fire or electric shock. Never attempt to change or take apart the camera. (Never open the casing.) Do not use the camera when it has been dropped or the casing is damaged. This can cause a fire or electric shock. Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Do not change, heat or unduly twist or pull the connection cord and do not place heavy objects on the connection cord. These actions could damage the cord and cause a fire or electric shock. If the cord is damaged, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Do not place the camera on an unstable surface. This can cause the camera to fall or tip over and cause injury. Never attempt to take pictures while in motion. Do not use the camera while you are walking or driving a vehicle. This can result in you falling down or being involved in a traffic accident. Do not touch any metal parts of the camera during a thunderstorm. This can cause an electric shock due to induced current from the lightning discharge. Do not use the battery except as specified. Load the battery as shown by the indicator. Do not heat, change or take apart the battery. Do not drop or subject the battery to impacts. Do not store the battery with metallic products. Any of these actions can cause the battery to burst or leak and cause fire or injury as a result. Use only the battery or AC power adapters specified for use with this camera. Do not use voltages other than the power supply voltage shown. The use of other power sources can cause a fire. If the battery leaks and fluid gets in contact with your eyes, skin or clothing, flush the affected area with clean water and seek medical attention or call an emergency number right away. Do not use the charger to charge batteries other than those specified here. The supplied battery charger is for use only with the type of battery supplied with the camera. Using the charger to charge conventional batteries or other types of rechargeable batteries can cause the battery to leak fluid, overheat or burst. When carrying the battery, install it in a digital camera or keep it in the hard case. When storing the battery, keep it in the hard case. When discarding, cover the battery terminals with insulation tape. Contact with other metallic objects or batteries could cause the battery to ignite or burst. Keep memory cards out of the reach of small children. Because memory cards are small, they can be swallowed by children. Be sure to store memory cards out of the reach of small children. If a child swallows a memory card, seek medical attention or call an emergency number. Do not disassemble iv For Your Safety The Battery and Power Supply The following describes the proper use of the battery and how to prolong its life. Incorrect use can shorten battery life or cause leakage, overheating, fire, or explosion. The battery is not charged at shipment. Charge the battery before use. Keep the battery in its case when not in use. Notes on the Battery The battery gradually loses its charge when not in use. Charge the battery one or two days before use. Battery life can be extended by turning the camera off when not in use. Battery capacity decreases at low temperatures; a depleted battery may not function at when cold. Keep a fully charged spare battery in a warm place and exchange as necessary, or keep the battery in your pocket or other warm place and insert it in the camera only when shooting. Do not place the battery in direct contact with hand warmers or other heating devices. Charging the Battery Charge the battery in the supplied battery charger (pg. 5). Charging times will increase at ambient temperatures below +10 °C (+50 °F) or above +35 °C (+95 °F). Do not attempt to charge the battery at temperatures above 40 °C (+104 °F); at temperatures below 0 °C (+32 °F), the battery will not charge. Do not attempt to recharge a fully charged battery. The battery does not however need to be fully dis- · The battery and camera body may charged before charging. become warm to the touch after extended use. This is normal. The battery may be warm to the touch immediately after charging or AC Adapters (Available Separately) use. This is normal. Use only FUJIFILM AC adapters designated for use with this camera. Other Battery Life adapters could damage the camera. At normal temperatures, the battery · The AC adapter is for indoor use only. can be recharged about 300 times. · Be sure the DC plug is securely A noticeable decrease in the length connected to the camera. of time the battery will hold a charge · Turn the camera off before disconindicates that it has reached the end necting the adapter. Disconnect the of its service life and should be readapter by the plug, not the cable. placed. · Do not use with other devices. Storage · Do not disassemble. Performance may be impaired if the · Do not expose to high heat and battery is left unused for extended humidity. periods when fully charged. Run the · Do not subject to strong physical battery flat before storing it. shocks. · The AC adapter may hum or beIf the camera will not be used for an come hot to the touch during use. extended period, remove the batThis is normal. tery and store it in a dry place with · If the AC adapter causes radio inan ambient temperature of from terference, reorient or relocate the +15 °C to +25 °C (+59 °F to +77 °F). Do receiving antenna. not store in locations exposed to extremes of temperature. Using the Camera To ensure that images are recorded Cautions: Handling the Battery · Do not transport or store with correctly, do not subject the camera metal objects such as necklaces or to impact or physical shocks while images are being recorded. hairpins. · Do not expose to flame or heat. Electrical Interference · Do not disassemble or modify. This camera may interfere with hos· Use with designated chargers only. pital or aviation equipment. Consult · Dispose of used batteries promptly. with hospital or airline staff before · Do not drop or subject to strong using the camera in a hospital or on physical shocks. an aircraft. · Do not expose to water. · Keep the terminals clean. Liquid Crystal In the event that the monitor is damaged, care should be taken to avoid contact with liquid crystal. Take the urgent action indicated should any of the following situations arise: · If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin, clean the area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly with soap and running water. · If liquid crystal enters your eyes, flush the affected eye with clean water for at least 15 minutes and then seek medical assistance. · If liquid crystal is swallowed, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large quantities of water and induce vomiting, then seek medical assistance. Take Test Shots Before taking photographs on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot and view the result in the monitor to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. FUJIFILM Corporation can not accept liability for damages or lost profits incurred as a result of product malfunction. v For Your Safety NOTICES For Customers in Canada Please read the "Safety Notes" (pages iii­v) and make sure you understand CAUTION: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. them before using the camera. EC Declaration of Conformity Perchlorate Material--special handling may apply. See http://www.dtsc. We Name: FUJIFILM Electronic Imaging Europe GmbH ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Address: Benzstrasse 2 For Customers in the U.S.A. 47533 Kleve, Germany Tested To Comply With FCC Standards declare that the product FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Product Name: FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix F200EXR Manufacturer's Name: FUJIFILM Corporation FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to Manufacturer's Address: 7-3, AKASAKA 9-CHOME, MINATO-KU, TOKYO 107-0052 JAPAN the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including conforms to the following Standards: Safety: EN60065: 2002 + A1: 2006 interference that may cause undesired operation. EMC: EN55022: 1998 + A1: 2000 + A2: 2003 Class B CAUTION EN55024: 1998 + A1: 2001 + A2: 2003 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a EN61000-3-2: 2000 + A2: 2005 Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are EN61000-3-3: 1995 + A1: 2001 + A2: 2005 designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in following the provision of the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate and Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC). radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment Kleve, Germany February 1, 2009 off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one Place Date Signature, Managing Director or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Notes on the Grant To comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this product must be used with a FUJIFILM-specified ferrite-core A/V cable, USB cable, and DC supply cord. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. vi For Your Safety Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment in Private Households Disposal of Used Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) This symbol on the product, or in the manual and in the warranty, and/or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Notes on Copyright Unless intended solely for personal use, images recorded using your digital camera system cannot be used in ways that infringe copyright laws without the consent of the owner. Note that some restrictions apply to the photographing of stage performances, entertainments, and exhibits, even when intended purely for personal use. Users are also asked to note that the transfer of memory cards containing images or data protected under Instead it should be taken to an applicable collection point copyright laws is only permissible within the restrictions imposed by those for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. copyright laws. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences to the en- Trademark Information vironment and human health, which could otherwise be xD-Picture Card is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation. Macintosh, QuickTime, and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S.A. and other caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. countries. Microsoft, Windows, the Windows logo, Windows Vista and the This symbol on the batteries or accumulators indicates that Windows Vista logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft those batteries shall not be treated as household waste. Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. "Windows" is an If your equipment contains easy removable batteries or ac- abbreviation used in reference to the Microsoft Windows operating system. cumulators please dispose these separately according to Adobe and Adobe Reader are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the U.S.A. and/or other countries. The your local requirements. SDHC logo is a trademark. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling this product, please contact your local Note: The "Designed for Microsoft® Windows® XP" and "CERTIFIED FOR Windows city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you VistaTM" logos apply only to the camera and camera hardware driver. purchased the product. In Countries Outside the European Union, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein If you wish to discard this product, including the batteries or accumulators, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct way of disposal. vii About This Manual Before using the camera, read this manual and the warnings on pages ii­vii. For information on specific topics, consult the sources below. Camera Q & A ....................................................pg. ix .................................................... pg. Know what you want to do but don't know the name for it? Find the answer in "Camera Q & A." Troubleshooting ..............................................pg. 94 ..............................................pg. Having a specific problem with the camera? Find the answer here. Glossary ........................................................pg. 105 ........................................................ pg. The meanings of some technical terms may be found here. Table of Contents .............................................pg. xii ............................................. pg. The "Table of Contents" gives an overview of the entire manual. The principal camera operations are listed here. Warning Messages and Displays ..................... pg. 101 .....................pg. Find out what's behind that flashing icon or error message in the monitor or electronic viewfinder. Memory Cards Pictures can be stored in the camera's internal memory or on optional xD-Picture Cards and SD and SDHC memory cards. In this manual, both xD-Picture Cards and SD memory cards are referred to as "memory cards." For more information, see page 10. viii Camera Q & A Find items by task. Camera Setup Question How do I set the camera clock? Can I set the clock to local time when I travel? How do I keep the display from turning off automatically? How do I make the display brighter or darker? How do I stop the camera beeping and clicking? Can I change the sound the shutter makes? What are the parts of the camera called? What do the icons in the display mean? How do I use the menus? What's behind that flashing icon or error message? How much charge is left in the battery? Key phrase See page Date and time 12 Time difference 89 Auto power off 88 LCD brightness 87 Operation and shutter volume 84 Silent mode 17 Shutter sound 84 Parts of the camera 2 Displays 3 Menus 60 Messages and displays 101 Battery level 14 Key phrase See page Printing pictures 49 Viewing pictures on a computer 54 Sharing Pictures Question Can I print pictures on my home printer? Can I copy my pictures to my computer? ix Camera Q & A Taking Pictures Question How many pictures can I take? Is there a quick and easy way to take snapshots? How can I avoid blurred pictures? How can I make good portraits? Can I choose my own settings for different scenes? Can the camera automatically adjust settings for different scenes? Can I choose between clarity, reduced noise, and dynamic range? How do I shoot close-ups? How do I keep the flash from firing? How do I stop my subjects' eyes glowing red when I use the flash? How do I "fill-in" shadows on back-lit subjects? How do I take a series of pictures in a single burst? How do I turn off the lamp on the front of the camera? How do I take a group portrait that includes the photographer? How do I frame pictures with the subject off to one side? Can I choose shutter speed and aperture? How do I adjust exposure? How do I simulate the effects of different types of film? How do I shoot movies? Key phrase Memory capacity B mode Dual IS mode Intelligent Face Detection Scene position R mode S, T, and U modes Close-ups (macro mode) Flash mode Continuous shooting mode AF-assist illuminator Self-timer mode Focus lock P and M modes Exposure compensation Film simulation Recording movies See page 106 14 16 20 35 33 32 27 28 68 24 30 22 37, 38 25 65 45 x Camera Q & A Viewing Pictures Question How do I view my pictures? How do I delete the current picture? Can I select other pictures for deletion? Can I zoom in on pictures during playback? How do I view a lot of pictures at once? How do I view all pictures taken on the same day? Can I protect my pictures from accidental deletion? Can I hide the icons in the display when viewing my pictures? Can I view my pictures in a slide show? Can I add a short voice memo to my pictures? Can I crop unwanted elements out of my pictures? Can I make small copies of pictures? Can I copy pictures from internal memory to a memory card? How do I view my pictures on TV? How do I view pictures on a High Definition device? Key phrase Single-frame playback The b button Deleting pictures Playback zoom Multi-frame playback Sort by date Protect Choosing a display format Slide show Voice memo Crop (trimming) Resize Copy Viewing pictures on TV Component cable (sold separately) See page 40 19 43 41 42 42 77 40 73 80 81 82 78 48 48, 92 xi Table of Contents For Your Safety ................................................................................. ii IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................... ii Safety Notes .................................................................................... iii NOTICES ............................................................................................ vi About This Manual .......................................................................viii Camera Q & A .................................................................................... ix Basic Photography and Playback Playback Taking Pictures in B (Auto) Mode ........................................14 Viewing Pictures ............................................................................19 More on Photography Photography g Intelligent Face Detection and Red-Eye Removal ...20 Focus Lock ........................................................................................22 d Exposure Compensation.....................................................25 F Macro Mode (Close-ups) ......................................................27 N Using the Flash (Intelligent Flash) .....................................28 h Using the Self-Timer ...............................................................30 Shooting Mode ...............................................................................32 B AUTO ..........................................................................................32 O EXR ......................................................................................32 C NATURAL & N........................................................................34 D NATURAL LIGHT ...................................................................35 SP SCENE POSITION ....................................................................35 M MANUAL .....................................................................................37 P PROGRAM AE/A APERTURE PRIORITY AE........................38 Before You Begin Begin Introduction....................................................................................... 1 Symbols and Conventions .......................................................... 1 Supplied Accessories .................................................................... 1 Parts of the Camera ....................................................................... 2 Camera Displays .......................................................................... 3 The Mode Dial .............................................................................. 4 First Steps Steps Charging the Battery ..................................................................... 5 Inserting the Battery...................................................................... 6 Inserting a Memory Card ............................................................. 8 Turning the Camera on and Off............................................... 11 Shooting Mode ............................................................................. 11 Playback Mode .............................................................................. 11 Basic Setup .......................................................................................12 xii Table of Contents More on Playback Playback Playback Options...........................................................................40 Playback Zoom..............................................................................41 Multi-Frame Playback.................................................................42 Sort by Date....................................................................................42 A Deleting Pictures ....................................................................43 Menus Menus Using the Menus: Shooting Mode .........................................60 Using the F-Mode Menu..........................................................60 F-Mode Menu Options.............................................................61 N ISO ............................................................................................62 U DYNAMIC RANGE ...............................................................62 O IMAGE SIZE ............................................................................63 T IMAGE QUALITY ..................................................................64 D WHITE BALANCE .................................................................64 P FILM SIMULATION ..............................................................65 Using the Shooting Menu.........................................................66 Shooting Menu Options ............................................................67 R CONTINUOUS ......................................................................68 C PHOTOMETRY ......................................................................69 F AF MODE................................................................................70 S POWER MANAGEMENT ....................................................71 Using the Menus: Playback Mode ..........................................72 Using the F-Mode Menu..........................................................72 F-Mode Menu Options.............................................................72 I SLIDE SHOW .........................................................................73 J DISP ASPECT .........................................................................73 Using the Playback Menu .........................................................74 Playback Menu Options.............................................................75 B RED EYE REMOVAL .............................................................75 C IMAGE ROTATE .....................................................................76 D PROTECT ................................................................................77 E COPY........................................................................................78 F VOICE MEMO ........................................................................80 G TRIMMING .............................................................................81 O RESIZE .....................................................................................82 Movies Movies F Recording Movies ...................................................................45 a Viewing Movies .......................................................................47 Connections Connections Viewing Pictures on TV ...............................................................48 Printing Pictures via USB ...........................................................49 Connecting the Camera ............................................................49 Printing Selected Pictures ........................................................49 Printing the DPOF Print Order ................................................51 Creating a DPOF Print Order ....................................................52 Viewing Pictures on a Computer............................................54 Installing FinePixViewer ............................................................54 Connecting the Camera ............................................................58 xiii Table of Contents The Setup Menu .............................................................................83 Using the Setup Menu ...............................................................83 Setup Menu Options...................................................................84 A IMAGE DISP. ..........................................................................85 B FRAME NO. ............................................................................86 D DIGITAL ZOOM ....................................................................87 I PLAYBACK VOLUME ...........................................................87 J LCD BRIGHTNESS ................................................................87 K FORMAT..................................................................................88 M AUTO POWER OFF ..............................................................88 N TIME DIFFERENCE ...............................................................89 Technical Notes Notes Optional Accessories ...................................................................90 Accessories from FUJIFILM .......................................................91 Caring for the Camera .................................................................93 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ............................................................................94 Warning Messages and Displays ..........................................101 Appendix Appendix Glossary .......................................................................................... 105 Internal Memory/Memory Card Capacity ....................... 106 Specifications ............................................................................... 108 FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network ..............114 xiv Introduction Symbols and Conventions The following symbols are used in this manual: 3 Caution: This information should be read before use to ensure correct operation. 1 Note: Points to note when using the camera. 2 Tip: Additional information that may be helpful when using the camera. Menus and other text in the camera monitor are shown in bold. In the illustrations in this manual, the monitor display may be simplified for explanatory purposes. Before You Begin Supplied Accessories The following items are included with the camera: FinePix software CD (IMPORTANT: read license agreement on the last page of this manual before opening) NP-50 rechargeable battery BC-45W battery charger USB-A/V cable Attaching the Strap Attach the strap as shown. Strap Owner's Manual (this manual) 1 Introduction Parts of the Camera For more information, refer to the page listed to the right of each item. Selector button Move cursor up d (exposure compensation) button (pg. 25) b (delete) button (pg. 19) Move cursor left F (macro) button (pg. 27) MENU/OK button (pg. 12) Move cursor right N (flash) button (pg. 28) Move cursor down h (self-timer) button (pg. 30) 1 Shutter button ...........................................18 9 a (playback) button ............................40 2 G button ......................................... 11 10 Indicator lamp ............................................18 3 AF-assist illuminator ...............................24 11 Mode dial ........................................................ 4 Self-timer lamp ..........................................31 12 Terminal cover............................................49 4 Lens and lens cover 13 F (photo mode) button.....................60 5 Microphone .................................................80 14 Strap eyelet .................................................... 1 6 Flash..................................................................28 15 DC coupler cable cover........................91 7 Zoom control.......................................15, 41 16 g (Intelligent Face Detection)/ 8 Monitor ............................................................. 3 J (red-eye removal) button ..........20 DISP (display)/BACK button ..........16, 40 Battery-chamber cover .......................... 6 Tripod mount Speaker ...........................................................81 Connector for USB, A/V, and High Definition (HD) devices ........................48 22 Battery latch ............................................. 6, 7 23 Battery chamber ......................................... 6 24 Memory card slot ....................................... 9 17 18 19 20 21 2 Introduction Camera Displays The following indicators may appear during shooting and playback: The indicators displayed vary with camera settings. Shooting 4:3 N 9 ISO AUTO (800) Before You Begin * 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 * a: indicates that no memory card 8 is inserted and that pictures will 9 be stored in the camera's internal 10 memory (pg. 8). 11 12 12 / 31 / 2050 10 : 00 AM -1 2 3 250 F3.3 Image quality............................................. 64 Image size .....................................................63 Sensitivity ......................................................62 Flash mode...................................................28 Silent mode .................................................17 Intelligent Face Detection indicator .........................................................20 Dual IS mode ..............................................16 Shooting mode .........................................32 Battery level .................................................14 Macro (close-up) mode........................27 Continuous shooting mode .............68 Quick AF ................................................. 13, 71 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Self-timer indicator .................................30 Metering ........................................................69 Date and time.............................................12 Number of available frames...........106 Film simulation ..........................................65 Focus warning ................................. 17, 101 Blur warning ..................................... 28, 101 Dynamic range ..........................................62 White balance ........................................... 64 Internal memory indicator * ................. 8 Focus frame ..........................................17, 22 Exposure compensation .....................25 Playback 100-0001 4:3 N ISO 100 12 / 31 / 2050 10 : 00 AM -1 2 3 250 F3.3 Gift image .....................................................40 7 DPOF print indicator ..............................51 Portrait enhancer .....................................36 8 Protected image .......................................77 Red-eye removal indicator ........20, 75 9 Voice memo indicator...........................80 Intelligent Face Detection 10 Frame number ...........................................86 indicator .........................................................20 11 Dynamic range ..........................................62 5 Silent mode indicator............................17 12 O mode ..............................................32 6 Playback mode indicator ....................40 1 2 3 4 3 Introduction The Mode Dial To select a shooting mode, align the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial. O: Improve clarity, reduce noise, increase dynamic range, or let the camera automatically adjust settings to suit the scene (pg. 32). P (PROGRAM AE): Select for full control over all camera settings except shutter speed (pg. 38). Choose between program and aperture-priority AE. M (MANUAL): Select for full control over camera settings, including shutter speed and aperture (pg. 37). F (MOVIE): Record movies with sound (pg. 45). SP (SCENE POSITION): Choose a scene suited to the subject or shooting conditions and let the camera do the rest (pg. 35). D (NATURAL LIGHT): Capture natural light indoors, under low light, or where the flash can not be used (pg. 35). B (AUTO): A simple "point-and-shoot" mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras (pg. 14). C (NATURAL & N): Helps ensure good results in situations with difficult lighting. Each time the shutter button is pressed, the camera takes two shots: one shot without the flash to preserve natural lighting, followed immediately by a second shot with the flash (pg. 34). 4 Charging the Battery The battery is not charged at shipment. Charge the battery before use. Batteries The camera uses an NP-50 rechargeable battery. 3 Cautions · Unplug the charger when it is not in use. · Remove dirt from the battery terminals with a clean, dry cloth. Failure to observe this precaution could prevent the battery from charging. · Charging times increase at low temperatures. The Charging Indicator The charging indicator shows battery charge status as follows: Charging indicator Battery status Action Battery not Insert inserted. the battery. Off Battery fully Remove charged. the battery. On Battery charging. -- Unplug the charBlinks Battery fault. ger and remove the battery. First Steps 1 Place the battery in the charger. battery Insert the battery into the supplied charger as shown, making sure that the battery is in the orientation indicated by the D B C labels. Battery Charging indicator DC label D Clabel B Battery charger B Arrow 2 Plug the charger in. a power outlet. Plug the charger into charging indicator will light. The 3 Charge the battery. when charging is comRemove the battery plete. 5 Inserting the Battery After charging the battery, insert it in the camera as described below. 1 Open the battery-chamber cover. Insert the battery. 2 Insert the battery with the terminals first and the orange stripe aligned with the orange battery latch. Slide the battery into the camera, keeping the battery latch pressed to one side as shown below. Confirm that the battery is securely latched. Orange stripe 1 Note Be sure the camera is off before opening the battery-chamber cover. 3 Cautions · Do not open the battery-chamber cover when the camera is on. Failure to observe this precaution could result in damage to image files or memory cards. · Do not use excessive force when handling the battery-chamber cover. Battery latch 3 Caution Insert the battery in the correct orientation. Do NOT use force or attempt to insert the battery upside down or backwards. The battery will slide in easily in the correct orientation. 6 Inserting the Batteries 3 Close the battery-chamber cover. Removing the Battery After turning the camera off, open the battery-chamber cover, press the battery latch to the side, and slide the battery out of the camera as shown. Battery latch 2 Tips: Using an AC Adapter · The camera can be powered by an optional AC adapter and DC coupler (sold separately). See manuals provided with the AC adapter and DC coupler for details. · If the camera is powered by an AC adapter, demo mode instructions will be displayed when the camera is turned on. Selecting this option starts a slide show. To cancel, press the shutter button. 3 Cautions · Do not affix stickers or other objects to the battery. Failure to observe this precaution could make it impossible to remove the battery from the camera. · Do not short the battery terminals. The battery could overheat. · Read the cautions on page v. · Use only battery chargers designated for use with the battery. Failure to observe this precaution could result in product malfunction. · Do not remove the labels from the battery or attempt to split or peel the outer casing. · The battery gradually loses its charge when not in use. Charge the battery one or two days before use. First Steps 3 Caution Turn the camera off before removing the battery. 7 Inserting a Memory Card Although the camera can store pictures in internal memory, optional xD-Picture Cards and SD memory cards (sold separately) can be used to store additional pictures. When no memory card is inserted, a appears in the monitor and internal memory is used for recording and playback. Note that because camera malfunction could cause internal memory to become corrupted, the pictures in internal memory should periodically be transferred to a computer and saved on the computer hard disk or on removable media such as CDs or DVDs. The pictures in internal memory can also be copied to a memory card (see page 78). To prevent internal memory from becoming full, be sure to delete pictures when they are no longer needed. When a memory card is inserted as described below, the card will be used for recording and playback. Compatible Memory Cards xD-Picture Cards and SanDisk SD and SDHC memory cards have been approved for use in the camera. A complete list of approved memory cards is available at http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_ cameras/index.html. Operation is not guaranteed with other cards. The camera can not be used with MultiMediaCard (MMC). 3 Caution SD memory cards can be locked, making it impossible to format the card or to record or delete images. Before inserting an SD memory card, slide the write-protect switch to the unlocked position. Write-protect switch 8 Inserting a Memory Card Inserting a Memory Card Open the battery-chamber cover. 1 3 Close the battery-chamber cover. First Steps 1 Note Be sure the camera is off before opening the battery-chamber cover. 2 Insert the memory card. in the orientation Holding the memory card shown below, slide it all the way in. Removing Memory Cards After confirming that the camera is off, press the card in and then release it slowly. The card can now be removed by hand. 3 Cautions · The memory card may spring out if you remove your finger immediately after pushing the card in. · Memory cards may be warm to the touch after being removed from the camera. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Gold contacts Be sure card is in correct orientation; do not insert at an angle or use force. 9 Inserting a Memory Card 3 Cautions · Do not turn the camera off or remove the memory card while the memory card is being formatted or data are being recorded to or deleted from the card. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the card. · Format SD memory cards before first use, and be sure to reformat all memory cards after using them in a computer or other device. For more information on formatting memory cards, see page 88. · Memory cards are small and can be swallowed; keep out of reach of children. If a child swallows a memory card, seek medical assistance immediately. · Do not use miniSD or microSD adapters that expose the back of the card. Failure to observe this precaution may cause damage or malfunction. Adapters that are larger or smaller than the standard dimensions of an SD card may not eject normally; if the card does not eject, take the camera to an authorized service representative. Do not forcibly remove the card. · Do not affix labels to memory cards. Peeling labels can cause camera malfunction. · FUJIFILM xD-Picture Cards are recommended. Results can not be guaranteed with xD-Picture Cards from other manufacturers. The camera can be used with both type M and type H xD-Picture Cards; note, however, that type H cards are not compatible with the optional DPC-UD1 xD-Picture Card USB drive. The card type can be determined from the model number: for example, "DPC-M2GB" indicates a type M card. · Movie recording may be interrupted with some types of SD memory card. · The data in internal memory may be erased or corrupted when the camera is repaired. Please note that the repairer will be able to view pictures in internal memory. · Formatting a memory card or internal memory in the camera creates a folder in which pictures are stored. Do not rename or delete this folder or use a computer or other device to edit, delete, or rename image files. Always use the camera to delete pictures from memory cards and internal memory; before editing or renaming files, copy them to a computer and edit or rename the copies, not the originals. 10 Turning the Camera on and Off Shooting Mode Press the G button to turn the camera on. The lens will extend and the lens cover will open. Playback Mode To turn the camera on and begin playback, press the a button for about a second. First Steps Press G again to turn the camera off. 2 Tip: Switching to Playback Mode Press the a button for about a second to start playback. Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode. 3 Cautions · Forcibly preventing the lens from extending could cause damage or product malfunction. · Pictures can be affected by fingerprints and other marks on the lens. Keep the lens clean. · The G button does not completely disconnect the camera from its power supply. Press the G button to turn the camera off. 2 Tip: Switching to Shooting Mode To exit to shooting mode, press the shutter button halfway. Press the a button to return to playback. 2 Tip: Auto Power Off The camera will turn off automatically if no operations are performed for the length of time selected in the M AUTO POWER OFF menu (pg. 88; note that OFF is not available when an option other than n POWER SAVE is selected for S POWER MANAGEMENT or when R is selected in O mode). To turn the camera on, use the G button or press the a button for about a second. 11 Basic Setup A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Set up the camera as described below (for information on resetting the clock or changing languages, see page 84). 1 Choose a language. START MENU SET NO 2 Set the date and time. DATE / TIME NOT SET 2011 2010 YY. MM. DD 2009 2008 2007 NO 1. 1 12 : 00 AM SET 1.1 Press the selector up, down, left, or right to highlight a language. 1.2 Press MENU/OK. 2.1 Press the selector left or right to highlight the year, month, day, hour, or minute and press up or down to change. To change the order in which the year, month, and day are displayed, highlight the date format and press the selector up or down. 2.2 Press MENU/OK. 12 Basic Setup 3 Choose power management options. POWER MANAGEMENT POWER SAVE QUICK AF CLEAR DISPLAY Power saving for longer battery life SET NO 3.1 Press the selector up or down to highlight one of the following options: · n POWER SAVE: Save battery power. · p QUICK AF: Reduce focusing time, ensuring a quick shutter response. · o CLEAR DISPLAY: Choose this option for a brighter, higher quality display. 3.2 Press MENU/OK. 2 Tip: The Camera Clock If the battery is removed for an extended period, the camera clock will be reset and the language-selection dialog will be displayed when the camera is turned on. If the battery is left in the camera or an optional AC adapter connected for about four days, the battery can be removed for about seven days without resetting clock, language selection, or power management options. First Steps 13 Taking Pictures in B (Auto) Mode This section describes how to take pictures in B (auto) mode. 1 Turn the camera on. to turn the camera Press the G button on. the battery level. 3 Check the battery level in the display. Check r q w e Basic Photography and Playback 2 Select B mode. Rotate the mode dial to B. Indicator D (white) C (white) B (red) A (blinks red) Description Battery partially discharged. Battery more than half discharged. Low battery. Charge as soon as possible. Battery exhausted. Turn camera off and charge battery. 14 Taking Pictures in B (Auto) Mode 4 Frame the picture. Position the main subject in the focus frame and use the zoom control to frame the picture in the display. Select j to zoom out Select i to zoom in Holding the Camera Hold the camera steady with both hands and brace your elbows against your sides. Shaking or unsteady hands can blur your shots. To prevent pictures that are out of focus or too dark (underexposed), keep your fingers and other objects away from the lens and flash. Basic Photography and Playback Zoom indicator By default, the camera uses optical zoom only. If desired, digital zoom (pg. 87) can be used to zoom in closer. 2 Tip: Focus Lock Use focus lock (pg. 22) to focus on subjects that are not in the focus frame. 15 Taking Pictures in B (Auto) Mode Framing Guideline and Post-Shot Assist Window To choose the shooting information and guides displayed, press the DISP/BACK button. Indicators displayed Indicators hidden Avoiding Blurred Pictures If the subject is poorly lit, blurring caused by camera shake can be reduced by selecting ON for the L DUAL IS MODE option in the shooting menu (pg. 67). In B mode, this also reduces blur caused by subject movement (dual IS mode). SHOOTING MENU OFF CONTINUOUS OFF DUAL IS MODE ON POWER MANAGEMENT OFF SET-UP PREVIEW HD framing Best framing f is displayed when dual IS is on. Sensitivity is raised when dual IS is in effect. Note that blurring may still occur depending on the scene or shooting conditions. · Best Framing: To use the best framing, position the main subject at the intersection of two lines or align one of the horizontal lines with the horizon. Use focus lock (pg. 22) to focus on subjects that will not be in the center of the frame in the final photograph. · HD framing: Displays the High Definition (HD) 16 : 9 crop. 16 Taking Pictures in B (Auto) Mode h Silent Mode In situations in which camera sounds or lights may be unwelcome, hold the DISP/BACK button down until h is displayed (note that silent mode is not available during movie or voice memo playback). Focus. 5 Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the main subject in the focus frame. Press halfway Basic Photography and Playback 1 / 250 F3.3 Focus frame The camera speaker, flash, and AF-assist illuminator/ self-timer lamp turn off and flash and volume settings can not be adjusted (note that the flash will still fire in C mode). To restore normal operation, press the DISP/BACK button until the h icon is no longer displayed. Camera selects small focus frame and focuses on subject 1 Note The lens may make a noise when the camera focuses. This is normal. If the camera is able to focus, it will beep twice and the indicator lamp will glow green. If the camera is unable to focus, the focus frame will turn red, s will be displayed, and the indicator lamp will blink green. Change the composition or use focus lock (pg. 22). 17 Taking Pictures in B (Auto) Mode Shoot. 6 Smoothly press the shutter button the rest of the way down to take the picture. 2 Tip: The Shutter Button The shutter button has two positions. Pressing the shutter button halfway (q) sets focus and exposure; to shoot, press the shutter button the rest of the way down (w). Double beep q w The Indicator Lamp Indicator lamp Click Press halfway Press the rest of the way down 1 Note If the subject is poorly lit, the flash may fire when the picture is taken. For information on using the flash when lighting is poor, see page 28. The indicator lamp shows camera status as follows: Indicator lamp Camera status Glows green Focus locked. Blur, focus, or exposure warning. PicBlinks green ture can be taken. Blinks green Recording pictures. Additional picand orange tures can be taken. Glows Recording pictures. No additional orange pictures can be taken at this time. Flash charging; flash will not fire when Blinks orange picture is taken. Lens or memory error (internal memory or memory card full or not formatBlinks red ted, format error, or other memory error). 2 Tip: Warnings Detailed warnings appear in the display. See pages 101­104 for more information. 18 Viewing Pictures Pictures can be viewed in the monitor. When taking important photographs, take a test shot and check the results. 1 Press the a button for about a second. Deleting Pictures To delete the picture currently displayed in the monitor, press the selector up (b). The following dialog will be displayed. ERASE OK? Basic Photography and Playback The most recent picture will be displayed in the monitor. 100-0001 4:3 N ISO AUTO (800) OK CANCEL SET 12 / 31 / 2050 10 : 00 AM 250 F3.3 To delete the picture, press the selector left to highlight OK and press MENU/OK. To exit without deleting the picture, highlight CANCEL and press MENU/OK. 2 Tip: The Playback Menu Pictures can also be deleted from the playback menu (pg. 43). 2 View additional pictures. to view Press the selector right pictures in the order recorded, left to view pictures in reverse order. Press the shutter button to exit to shooting mode. 19 g Intelligent Face Detection and Red-Eye Removal Intelligent Face Detection allows the camera to automatically detect human faces and set focus and exposure for a face anywhere in the frame for shots that emphasize portrait subjects. Choose for group portraits (in vertical or horizontal orientations) to prevent the camera from focusing on the background. Intelligent Face Detection also offers a red-eye removal option for removing "red-eye" effects caused by the flash. on. 1 Turn Intelligent Face Detectionthrough setPress the g button to cycle tings as shown below. More on Photography picture. 2 Frame theis detected, If a face FACE DETECTION OFF S REMOVAL ON FACE DETECTION S REMOVAL OFF Option g OFF g FACE DETECTION J REMOVAL ON g FACE DETECTION J REMOVAL OFF Description Intelligent Face Detection and red-eye removal off. Intelligent Face Detection and red-eye removal on. Use with the flash. Intelligent Face Detection on; red-eye removal off. it will be indicated by a green border. If there is more than one face in the frame, the camera will Green border select the face closest to the center; other faces are indicated by white borders. Focus. 3 Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject in the green border. Note that, in some shooting modes, exposure is adjusted for the current shooting mode and may not be optimized for the selected subject. 20 g Intelligent Face Detection and Red-Eye Removal 3 Caution If no face is detected when the shutter button is pressed halfway (pg. 96), the camera will focus on the subject at the center of the display and redeye will not be removed. 2 Tip: Red-Eye Removal Select ON for the B SAVE ORG IMAGE option in the setup menu (pg. 84) to save unprocessed copies of pictures created with red-eye removal. Intelligent Face Detection Intelligent Face Detection is recommended when using the self-timer for group- or self-portraits (pg. 30). 4 Shoot. Press the shutter button all the way down to shoot. 3 Caution If the subject moves as the shutter button is pressed, their face may not be in the area indicated by the green border when the picture is taken. 7 More on Photography If g FACE DETECTION J REMOVAL ON is selected, the picture will be processed to reduce redeye before it is recorded. REMOVING When a picture taken with Intelligent Face Detection is displayed, the camera can automatically select faces for red-eye removal (pg. 75), playback zoom (pg. 41), slide shows (pg. 73), printing (pg. 49), and trimming (pg. 81). 21 Focus Lock To compose photographs with off-center subjects: 1 Position the subject in the focus frame. the picture. 3 Recompose shutter button pressed halfway, Keeping the recompose the picture. Focus. 2 Press the shutter button halfway to set focus and exposure. Focus and exposure will remain locked while the shutter button is pressed halfway (AF/AE lock). 250 F3.3 Shoot. 4 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture. Press halfway 250 F3.3 Press the rest of the way down Repeat steps 1 and 2 as desired to refocus before taking the picture. 22 Focus Lock Autofocus Although the camera boasts a high-precision autofocus system, it may be unable to focus on the subjects listed below. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus, use focus lock (pg. 22) to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph. · Very shiny subjects such as mirrors or car bodies. · Fast-moving subjects. More on Photography · · · · Subjects photographed through a window or other reflective object. Dark subjects and subjects that absorb rather than reflect light, such as hair or fur. Insubstantial subjects, such as smoke or flame. Subjects that show little contrast with the background (for example, subjects in clothing that is the same color as the background). · Subjects positioned in front of or behind a high-contrast object that is also in the focus frame (for example, a subject photographed against a backdrop of highly contrasting elements). 23 Focus Lock The AF-Assist Illuminator If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator will light to assist the focus operation when the shutter button is pressed halfway. AF-assist illuminator 1 Notes · Avoid shining the AF-assist illuminator directly into your subject's eyes. See page 84 for information on disabling the AF-assist illuminator. · The camera may be unable to focus using the AF-assist illuminator in some cases. If the camera is unable to focus in macro mode (pg. 27), try increasing the distance to the subject. · The AF-assist illuminator is not available in silent mode. 24 d Exposure Compensation Use exposure compensation when photographing very bright, very dark, or high-contrast subjects. 1 Press the selector up (d). be displayed. The exposure indicator will A 3 Return to shooting mode. shootPress MENU/OK to return to ing mode. 4 Take pictures. SET F3. 3 0 value. 2 Choose a selector button. Press the ible in the display. Choose positive (+) values to increase exposure The effect is vis- 1 Note A d icon and exposure indicator are displayed at settings other than ±0. Exposure compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off; to restore normal exposure control, choose a value of ±0. More on Photography Choose negative (­) values to reduce exposure 25 d Exposure Compensation Choosing an Exposure Compensation Value · Backlit subjects: choose values from +2/3 EV to +12/3 EV (for an explanation of the term "EV", see the Glossary on page 105) · Highly reflective subjects or very bright scenes (e.g., snowfields): +1 EV · Scenes that are mostly sky: +1 EV · Spotlit subjects (particularly if photographed against dark backgrounds): ­2/3 EV · Subjects with low reflectivity (pine trees or dark-colored foliage): ­2/3 EV 26 F Macro Mode (Close-ups) For close-ups, press the selector left (F). F is displayed in macro mode. When macro mode is in effect, the camera focuses on subjects near the center of the frame. Use the zoom control to compose pictures. To exit macro mode, press the selector left (F). Macro mode can also be cancelled by turning the camera off or selecting another shooting mode. 1 Notes · Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur caused by camera shake. · The flash may fail to light the entire subject at very short ranges. Increase the distance to the subject and try again. More on Photography 27 N Using the Flash (Intelligent Flash) When the flash is used, the camera's Intelligent Flash system instantly analyzes the scene based on such factors as the brightness of the subject, its position in the frame, and its distance from the camera. Flash output and sensitivity are adjusted to ensure that the main subject is correctly exposed while preserving the effects of ambient background lighting, even in dimly-lit indoor scenes. Use the flash when lighting is poor, for example when shooting at night or indoors under low light. flash mode. 1 Choose a selector right (N). Press the The flash mode changes each time the selector is pressed; in modes other than A, the current mode is indicated by an icon in the display. Choose from the following options: Mode Description A (AUTO FLASH) The flash fires when required. Recommended in most situations. The flash fires whenever a picture is taken. Use for backlit subjects or for natural N (FORCED FLASH) coloration when shooting in bright light. The flash does not fire even when the subject is poorly lit. k will appear in the P (SUPPRESSED monitor at slow shutter speeds to warn that pictures may be blurred. Use of a tripod FLASH) is recommended. Capture both the main subject and the background under low light (note that O (SLOW SYNCHRO) brightly lit scenes may be overexposed). 28 N Using the Flash (Intelligent Flash) Focus. 2 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. If the flash will fire, p will be displayed when the shutter button is pressed halfway. At slow shutter speeds, k will appear in the display to warn that pictures may be blurred; use of a tripod is recommended. Shoot. 3 Press the shutter button the rest of the way down to shoot. 3 Caution The flash may fire several times with each shot. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete. Red-Eye Removal When g FACE DETECTION J REMOVAL ON is selected for Intelligent Face Detection (pg. 20), red-eye removal (J) is available in AUTO FLASH (K), FORCED FLASH (L), SUPPRESSED FLASH (P), and SLOW SYNCHRO (M) modes. Red-eye removal minimizes "red-eye" caused when light from the flash is reflected from the subject's retinas as shown in the illustration at right. More on Photography 29 h Using the Self-Timer The camera offers a ten-second timer that allows photographers to appear in their own photographs, and a two-second timer that can be used to avoid blur caused by the camera moving when the shutter button is pressed. The self-timer is available in all shooting modes. 1 Set the timer. The current self-timer mode is displayed in the monitor. To choose a different setting, press the selector down (h). The selection changes each time the selector is pressed. Choose from T (self-timer off ), S (10 s delay), or R (2 s delay) Focus. 2 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. 3 Caution Stand behind the camera when using the shutter button. Standing in front of the lens can interfere with focus and exposure. timer. 3 Start the shutter button the rest of the way down to start the timer. Press the The display in the monitor shows the number of seconds remaining until the shutter is released. To stop the timer before the picture is taken, press DISP/BACK. 9 30 h Using the Self-Timer The self-timer lamp on the front of the camera will blink immediately before the picture is taken. If the two-second timer is selected, the self-timer lamp will blink as the timer counts down. More on Photography Intelligent Face Detection Because it ensures that the faces of portrait subjects will be in focus, Intelligent Face Detection (pg. 20) is recommended when using the self-timer for group portraits or self-portraits. To use the self-timer with Intelligent Face Detection, turn Intelligent Face Detection on, set the timer as described in Step 1, and then press the shutter button all the way down to start the timer. The camera will detect faces while the timer is counting down and adjust focus and exposure immediately before the shutter is released. Be careful not to move until the picture has been recorded. 1 Note The self-timer turns off automatically when the picture is taken, a different shooting mode is selected, playback mode is selected, or the camera is turned off. 31 Shooting Mode Choose a shooting mode according to the scene or type of subject. To choose a shooting mode, rotate the mode dial to the desired setting (pg. 4). The following modes are available: B AUTO Choose for crisp, clear snapshots (pg. 14). This mode is recommended in most situations. 2 Highlight A SHOOTING MODE. 3 Press the selector right to display the following menu. AUTO RESOLUTION PRIORITY HIGH ISO & LOW NOISE D-RANGE PRIORITY Selects EXR mode and camera settings for each scene. SET CANCEL O EXR To let the camera automatically optimize settings for your current subject, or to improve clarity, reduce noise, or enhance dynamic range, rotate the mode dial to O and follow the steps below: 1 Press MENU/OK to display the shooting menu. SHOOTING MENU SHOOTING MODE CONTINUOUS SET-UP OFF 32 Shooting Mode selector up or down to 4 Press the one of the following ophighlight tions. Option R EXR AUTO Description The camera automatically selects the scene and O mode according to shooting conditions. S RESOLUTION Choose for crisp, clear shots. PRIORITY T HIGH ISO & Reduce noise in pictures taken at LOW NOISE high sensitivities. Increase the amount of detail visU D-RANGE ible in highlights. U DYNAMIC PRIORITY RANGE is set to D (800%). R EXR AUTO In this mode, the camera automatically analyzes the composition and selects the appropriate scene mode according to the subject and shooting conditions. The selected mode is displayed as shown below. When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the camera selects the optimal EXR mode, which is displayed next to the scene mode icon. More on Photography Display when portrait subject is detected. Mode b c d e g f Type of subject or scene detected Portrait: Human portrait subject. Landscape: Man-made or natural landscape. Night landscape: Poorly lit landscape. Macro: Subject close to camera. Back-lit portrait: Back-lit portrait subject. Night portrait: Poorly lit portrait subject. 5 Press MENU/OK to select the highlighted option. 33 Shooting Mode O IMAGE SIZE If S is selected for O IMAGE SIZE in R mode, the camera will automatically select the optimal image size. C NATURAL & N MODE MENU AUTO IMAGE SIZE N 4:3 AUTO 3:2 4:3 16:9 N 4:3 3:2 16:9 787 FRAMES AUTO (L/M) 1 Notes · a (AUTO) will be selected if the subject does not match the scenes listed above. · The camera focuses continuously, increasing the drain on the battery. The sound of the camera focusing may be audible. This mode helps ensure good results with backlit subjects and in other situations with difficult lighting. Each time the shutter button is pressed, the camera takes two shots: one shot without the flash to preserve natural lighting, followed immediately by a second shot with the flash. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete. 1 Notes · Do not use where flash photography is prohibited. The flash will fire even in silent mode. · Only available if memory remains for two pictures. 34 Shooting Mode D NATURAL LIGHT Capture natural light indoors, under low light, or where the flash can not be used. The flash turns off and sensitivity is raised to reduce blur. 3 Highlight A SCENE POSITION. 4 Press the selector right to display the following menu. PORTRAIT PORTRAIT ENHANCER LANDSCAPE SPORT Portrait with soft overall tone and beautiful skin tones SET CANCEL SP SCENE POSITION The camera offers a choice of "scenes," each adapted to particular shooting conditions or a specific type of subject, which can be assigned to the SP position on the mode dial: More on Photography or 5 Press theaselector up36). down to highlight scene (pg. 1 Rotate the mode dial to SP. 2 Press MENU/OK to display the following menu. SHOOTING MENU SCENE POSITION CONTINUOUS DUAL IS MODE POWER MANAGEMENT SET-UP OFF ON 6 Press MENU/OK to select the highlighted option. Until the setting is changed as described above, the chosen scene will be selected whenever the mode dial is rotated to SP. 35 Shooting Mode Scene L PORTRAIT Z PORTRAIT ENHANCER M LANDSCAPE N SPORT O NIGHT H NIGHT (TRIPOD) P FIREWORKS Q SUNSET R SNOW S BEACH F UNDERWATER T MUSEUM U PARTY V FLOWER W TEXT Description Choose for soft-toned portraits with natural skin tones. Choose for a smooth skin effect in soft-focus portraits. Choose for crisp, clear daylight shots of buildings and landscapes. Choose when photographing moving subjects. p QUICK AF is automatically selected for S POWER MANAGEMENT and priority is given to faster shutter speeds. Choose this mode for poorly lit twilight or night scenes. Sensitivity is automatically raised to reduce blur caused by camera shake. Choose this mode for slow shutter speeds when shooting at night. Use a tripod to prevent blur. Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of light from a firework. Use a tripod to prevent blur. Record the vivid colors in sunrises and sunsets. Choose for crisp, clear shots that capture the brightness of scenes dominated by shining white snow. Choose for crisp, clear shots that capture the brightness of sunlit beaches. Choose for vivid blues when using an optional waterproof case to take photographs underwater. Choose where flash photography is prohibited or the sound of the shutter may be unwelcome. The flash, speaker, and AF-assist illuminator/self-timer lamp turn off automatically. Note that photography may be prohibited altogether in some settings. Obtain permission before shooting. Capture indoor background lighting under low-light conditions. Choose for vivid close-ups of flowers. The camera focuses in the macro range. Take clear pictures of text or drawings in print. The camera focuses in the macro range. 36