User manual FUJIFILM FINEPIX S2000HD

BL00820-200(1) E Before You Begin First Steps Owner's Manual Thank you for your purchase of this product. This manual describes how to use your FUJIFILM FinePix S2000HD digital camera and the supplied software. Be sure that you have read and understood its contents before using the camera. 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 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 batteries, 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 batteries, 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 batteries 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 batteries except as specified. Load the batteries as shown by the indicator. Do not heat, change or take apart the batteries. Do not drop or subject the batteries to impacts. Do not store the batteries with metallic products. Any of these actions can cause the batteries to burst or leak and cause fire or injury as a result. Use only the batteries 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 batteries leak 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. When carrying the batteries, install them in a digital camera or keep them in the hard case. When storing the batteries, keep them in the hard case. When discarding, cover the battery terminals with insulation tape. Contact with other metallic objects or batteries could cause the batteries 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 Using Batteries The following describes the proper use of batteries and how to prolong their life. Incorrect use can shorten battery life or cause leakage, overheating, fire, or explosion. Compatible Batteries The camera takes AA alkaline, rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel-metal hydride), or UL-certified lithium batteries. Do not use manganese, nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd), or non-UL certified lithium batteries, as the heat generated by these batteries could damage the camera or cause malfunction. iv For Your Safety Battery capacity varies with make the camera off and allow the batand storage conditions. Some comteries to cool before handling. mercially-available batteries may · Battery capacity tends to decrease have less capacity than the batteries at low temperatures. Keep spare provided with the camera. batteries in a pocket or other warm place and exchange as necessary. Cautions: Handling Batteries Cold batteries may recover some · Do not use batteries that are leaking, of their charge when warmed. deformed, or discolored. Warning: If · Fingerprints and other foreign the batteries leak, clean the battery matter on the battery terminals compartment thoroughly before incan reduce battery performance. serting new batteries. If fluid from Thoroughly clean the terminals the battery comes into contact with with a soft, dry cloth before insertskin or clothing, flush the affected ing the batteries in the camera. area with water. If fluid enters your eyes, immediately flush the affected area with Ni-MH Batteries water and seek medical attention. Do not The capacity of Ni-MH batteries may rub your eyes. Failure to observe this pre- be temporarily reduced when new, caution could result in loss of eyesight. after long periods of disuse, or if they · Do not transport or store with are repeatedly recharged before bemetal objects such as necklaces or ing fully discharged. This is normal hairpins. and does not indicate a malfunc· Do not disassemble or modify the tion. Capacity can be increased by batteries or battery casing. repeatedly discharging the batteries · Do not expose to strong physical using the P DISCHARGE option shocks. in the camera setup menu (pg. 107) · Do not expose to water, flame, or and recharging them using a battery heat, or store in warm or humid charger (sold separately). Do not use conditions. this option with alkaline batteries. · Keep out of reach of infants and The camera draws a small amount of small children. current even when off. Ni-MH batter· Insert in the correct orientation. ies that have been left in the camera · Do not mix old and new batteries, for an extended period may be drawn batteries with different charge levdown to the point that they no longer els, or batteries of different types. hold a charge. Battery performance · If the camera will not be used for may also drop if the batteries are run an extended period, remove the down in a device such as a flashlight. batteries. Note that the camera Use the P DISCHARGE option in the clock will be reset (pg. 14). camera setup menu to discharge Ni· The batteries may be warm to the MH batteries. Batteries that no lontouch immediately after use. Turn Using the Camera ger hold a charge even after repeatedly being discharged and recharged To ensure that images are recorded have reached the end of their service correctly, do not subject the camera life and must be replaced. to impact or physical shocks while Ni-MH batteries can be recharged in images are being recorded. a battery charger (sold separately). Batteries may become warm to the touch after charging. Refer to the instructions provided with the charger for more information. Use the charger with compatible batteries only. Electrical Interference This camera may interfere with hospital or aviation equipment. Consult with hospital or airline staff before using the camera in a hospital or on an aircraft. Liquid Crystal Ni-MH batteries gradually lose their In the event that the monitor or electronic viewfinder is damaged, care charge when not in use. should be taken to avoid contact Disposal with liquid crystal. Take the urgent Dispose of used batteries in accord action indicated should any of the with local regulations. following situations arise: · If liquid crystal comes in contact with AC Adapters (Available Separately) your skin, clean the area with a cloth Use only FUJIFILM AC adapters desigand then wash thoroughly with nated for use with this camera. Other soap and running water. adapters could damage the camera. · If liquid crystal enters your eyes, flush · The AC adapter is for indoor use only. the affected eye with clean water · Be sure the DC plug is securely for at least 15 minutes and then connected to the camera. seek medical assistance. · Turn the camera off before discon· If liquid crystal is swallowed, rinse necting the adapter. Disconnect the your mouth thoroughly with water. adapter by the plug, not the cable. Drink large quantities of water and · Do not use with other devices. induce vomiting, then seek medi· Do not disassemble. cal assistance. · Do not expose to high heat and Take Test Shots humidity. · Do not subject to strong physical Before taking photographs on important occasions (such as at weddings shocks. · The AC adapter may hum or be- or before taking the camera on a trip), come hot to the touch during use. take a test shot and view the result to ensure that the camera is functionThis is normal. · If the AC adapter causes radio in- ing normally. FUJIFILM Corporation terference, reorient or relocate the can not accept liability for damages or lost profits incurred as a result of receiving antenna. 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 S2000HD 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 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: 2003 designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in following the provision of the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and Low Volta residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate age 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 August 1, 2008 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 Notes on Copyright Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment in Private Households Disposal of Used Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Unless intended solely for personal use, images recorded using your digital camera system cannot be used in ways that infringe copyright laws withUnion, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) out the consent of the owner. Note that some restrictions apply to the This symbol on the product, or in the manual and in the photographing of stage performances, entertainments, and exhibits, even warranty, and/or on its packaging indicates that this prod- when intended purely for personal use. Users are also asked to note that uct shall not be treated as household waste. 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 copyright laws. for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will Trademark Information help prevent potential negative consequences to the en- xD-Picture Card is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation. Macintosh, Power vironment and human health, which could otherwise be Macintosh, Power Mac, PowerBook, QuickTime, and Mac OS are trademarks caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. of Apple Inc. in the U.S.A. and other countries. Microsoft, Windows, the Windows logo, Windows Vista and the Windows Vista logo are trademarks or This symbol on the batteries or accumulators indicates that registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or those batteries shall not be treated as Household waste. other countries. "Windows" is an abbreviation used in reference to the MiIf your equipment contains easy removable batteries or ac- crosoft Windows operating system. Adobe and Adobe Reader are either cumulators please dispose these separately according to trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the your local requirements. U.S.A. and/or other countries. The SDHC logo is a trademark. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more Note: The "Designed for Microsoft® Windows® XP" and "CERTIFIED FOR Windows detailed information about recycling this product, please contact your local VistaTM" logos apply only to the camera and camera hardware driver. city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you 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. 111 Having a specific problem with the camera? Find the answer here. Glossary ........................................................pg. 122 ........................................................ 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. 118 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 SD and SDHC memory cards. In this manual, 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? Can I increase the capacity of rechargeable Ni-MH batteries? Key phrase See page Date and time 14 Time difference 106 Auto power off 105 LCD brightness 104 Operation and shutter volume 101 Silent mode 20 Shutter sound 101 Parts of the camera 2 Displays 4 Menus 72 Messages and displays 118 Battery level 16 Discharge 107 Key phrase See page Printing pictures 61 Viewing pictures on a computer 66 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? Is there a simple way to adjust settings for different scenes? 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 take a group portrait that includes the photographer? Can I take pictures by remote control? How do I turn off the lamp on the front of the camera? How do I frame pictures with the subject off to one side? Can I choose shutter speed and aperture? Can I save and recall camera settings? How do I adjust exposure? How do I shoot movies? How do I frame pictures in the viewfinder? Key phrase Memory capacity A mode Dual IS mode Intelligent Face Detection Scene position Close-ups (macro mode) Flash mode Burst mode Self-timer mode Remote control (sold separately) AF-assist illuminator Focus lock P, S, and M modes C mode Exposure compensation Recording movies EVF/LCD button See page 124 16 86 22 38 27 28 30 79 108 26 24 42 46 34 55 5 x Camera Q & A Viewing Pictures Question How do I view my pictures? How do I view pictures of only one type? How do I get rid of unwanted pictures? How do I delete a lot of pictures at once? 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 copy pictures from internal memory to a memory card? How do I view pictures on a High Definition device? How do I view my pictures on TV? Key phrase Single-frame playback Choose type Deleting pictures Erase Playback zoom Multi-frame playback Sort by date Protect Choosing a display format Slide show Voice memo Crop Copy HDTV kit (sold separately) Viewing pictures on TV See page 47 99 53 54 48 50 52 93 47 88 96 98 94 108 59 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 More on Photography Photography Intelligent Face Detection and Red-Eye Removal ..........22 Focus Lock ........................................................................................24 e Close-ups (Macro and Super Macro Modes) ...............27 l Using the Flash (Intelligent Flash).....................................28 p Burst Mode (Continuous Shooting) ................................30 c Instant Zoom (Zoom Framing) .........................................32 d Exposure Compensation.....................................................34 Shooting Mode ...............................................................................36 A AUTO ...................................................................................36 E ANTI-BLUR (Picture Stabilization) ..................................36 D NATURAL LIGHT ....................................................................36 C NATURAL & l .......................................................................36 B ZOOM BRACKETING ...........................................................37 SP SCENE POSITION ....................................................................38 P, S, and M Modes ........................................................................42 C: CUSTOM ......................................................................................46 Before You Begin Begin Introduction....................................................................................... 1 Symbols and Conventions .......................................................... 1 Supplied Accessories .................................................................... 1 Parts of the Camera ....................................................................... 2 Camera Displays .......................................................................... 4 The Mode Dial .............................................................................. 6 First Steps Steps The Strap and Lens Cap ................................................................ 7 Inserting the Batteries .................................................................. 8 Inserting a Memory Card ...........................................................10 Turning the Camera on and Off...............................................13 Shooting Mode .............................................................................13 Playback Mode ..............................................................................13 Basic Setup .......................................................................................14 Basic Photography and Playback Playback Taking Pictures in A (Auto) Mode .................................16 Viewing Pictures ............................................................................21 xii Table of Contents More on Playback Playback Playback Options...........................................................................47 Playback Zoom..............................................................................48 Viewing Photo Information......................................................49 Multi-Frame Playback.................................................................50 Pictures Taken in a Single Burst ..............................................51 Sort by Date....................................................................................52 A Deleting Pictures ....................................................................53 Menus Menus Using the Menus: Shooting Mode .........................................72 Using the f-Mode Menu..........................................................72 f-Mode Menu Options.............................................................73 N ISO ............................................................................................74 O QUALITY .................................................................................75 P g COLOR...............................................................76 Using the Shooting Menu.........................................................77 Shooting Menu Options ............................................................78 B SELF-TIMER............................................................................79 C PHOTOMETRY ......................................................................80 D WHITE BALANCE .................................................................81 E HIGH-SPEED SHOOTING ..................................................83 F FOCUSING .............................................................................83 G AF MODE................................................................................84 H SHARPENING ........................................................................85 I FLASH......................................................................................85 J BRACKETING.........................................................................86 L DUAL IS MODE .....................................................................86 Movies Movies F Recording Movies ...................................................................55 a Viewing Movies .......................................................................58 Connections Connections Viewing Pictures on TV ...............................................................59 Printing Pictures via USB ...........................................................61 Connecting the Camera ............................................................61 Printing Selected Pictures ........................................................61 Printing the DPOF Print Order ................................................62 Creating a DPOF Print Order ....................................................64 Viewing Pictures on a Computer............................................66 Installing FinePixViewer ............................................................66 Connecting the Camera ............................................................70 xiii Table of Contents Using the Menus: Playback Mode ..........................................87 Using the f-Mode Menu..........................................................87 f-Mode Menu Options.............................................................87 I SLIDE SHOW .........................................................................88 J DISPLAY MODE ....................................................................88 Using the Playback Menu .........................................................89 Playback Menu Options.............................................................90 B RED EYE REMOVAL .............................................................90 L MOVIE TRIMMING...............................................................91 C IMAGE ROTATE .....................................................................92 D PROTECT ................................................................................93 E COPY........................................................................................94 F VOICE MEMO ........................................................................96 G TRIMMING .............................................................................98 H CHOOSE TYPE ......................................................................99 The Setup Menu .......................................................................... 100 Using the Setup Menu ............................................................ 100 Setup Menu Options.................................................................101 A IMAGE DISP. ....................................................................... 102 B FRAME NO. ......................................................................... 103 D DIGITAL ZOOM ................................................................. 104 I PLAYBACK VOLUME ........................................................ 104 J LCD BRIGHTNESS ............................................................. 104 K FORMAT............................................................................... 105 M AUTO POWER OFF ........................................................... 105 N TIME DIFFERENCE ............................................................ 106 P DISCHARGE (Ni-MH Batteries Only) ......................... 107 Technical Notes Notes Optional Accessories ................................................................ 108 Accessories from FUJIFILM .................................................... 109 Caring for the Camera ...............................................................110 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 111 Warning Messages and Displays ..........................................118 Appendix Appendix Glossary ...........................................................................................122 Flash Mode and Shooting Mode ..........................................123 Internal Memory/Memory Card Capacity ........................124 Specifications ................................................................................125 FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network ..............130 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: AA alkaline (LR6) batteries (×4) USB cable A/V cable Owner's Manual (this manual) Strap Lens cap FinePix software CD (IMPORTANT: read license agreement on the last page of this manual before opening) 1 Introduction Parts of the Camera For more information, refer to the page listed to the right of each item. 1 2 3 4 5 Strap eyelet .................................................... 7 7 Mode dial ........................................................ 6 13 Terminal cover............................................59 Zoom control.......................................17, 48 8 AF-assist illuminator ...............................26 14 Microphone .................................................96 Self-timer lamp ..........................................79 15 Lens ...................................................................13 Shutter button ...........................................19 G switch ..........................................13 9 Receiver for remote control ...........108 16 Connector for A/V cable .....................59 10 Flash..................................................................28 Connector for USB cable .....................70 g (Intelligent Face Detection/ red-eye removal) button ....................22 11 l (flash pop-up) button......................28 17 Connector for High Definition (HD) devices ................................................59 6 p (burst mode) button ......................30 12 Speaker ...........................................................97 2 Introduction Electronic viewfinder .................... 5 Indicator lamp ................................. 20 Monitor ................................................... 4 DISP (display)/ BACK button................................18, 47 22 d (Exposure compensation) button .................................................. 34 23 Tripod mount 24 Battery-chamber latch.................. 8 18 19 20 21 25 Battery-chamber cover ................ 8 26 EVF/LCD (display selection) button ..................................................... 5 27 a (playback) button ..................47 28 f (photo mode) button.......... 72 29 Selector button (see below) 30 Memory card slot cover .............11 31 Memory card slot ...........................11 Before You Begin The Selector Button Move cursor up b (delete) button (pg. 21) Move cursor left e (macro) button (pg. 27) MENU/OK button (pg. 14) Move cursor right l (flash) button (pg. 28) Move cursor down c (instant zoom) button (pg. 32) 3 Introduction Camera Displays The following indicators may appear during shooting and playback: Shooting P ISO AUTO (800) N9 1 2 3 4 5 * 6 7 8 * a: indicates that no memory card is inserted 9 and that pictures will be stored in the camera's 10 internal memory (pg. 10). 11 12 12/31/2050 10 : 00 AM SET 250 F3.5 Sensitivity ............................................74 White balance ..................................81 Flash mode.........................................28 Silent mode ...................................... 20 Intelligent Face Detection indicator .............................................. 22 Dual IS mode ................................... 86 Shooting mode .............................. 36 Battery level .......................................16 Macro (close-up) mode..............27 High-speed mode ........................ 83 Burst mode ....................................... 30 Self-timer indicator .......................79 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Date and time...................................14 Shutter speed and aperture ...43 Quality ...........................................55, 75 Number of exposures remaining ......................................... 124 FinePix color ......................................76 Focus mode...................................... 83 Blur warning ..................................... 86 Metering ............................................. 80 Focus frame .......................................19 Internal memory indicator * .....10 Exposure compensation indicator ...............................................45 Exposure indicator ........................45 Playback 100-0001 N 21/30 Protected image .............................93 6 Playback mode indicator ..........47 DPOF print indicator ................... 64 7 Voice memo indicator................ 96 Red-eye removal indicator ..... 90 8 Gift image ...........................................47 Intelligent Face Detection 9 Frame number ..............................103 indicator .............................................. 22 10 Current frame/ 5 Silent mode indicator................. 20 number of frames in burst .......51 1 2 3 4 12/31/2050 10 : 00 AM 4 Introduction The Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) The electronic viewfinder provides the same information as the monitor, and can be used when bright lighting conditions make the display in the monitor difficult to see. To switch between the monitor and electronic viewfinder, press the EVF/LCD button (your selection remains in effect when the camera is turned off or the mode dial is rotated to another setting). EVF Before You Begin LCD 5 Introduction The Mode Dial To select a shooting mode, align the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial. P, S, M: Select for full control over camera settings, including aperture (M) and/or shutter speed (M and S; pg. 42). A (AUTO): A simple "point-and-shoot" mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras (pg. 16). E (ANTI-BLUR): High shutter speeds reduce blur caused by subject movement or camera shake (pg. 36). D (NATURAL LIGHT): Capture natural light indoors, under low light, or where the flash can not be used. C (CUSTOM): Recall stored settings for modes P, S, and M. F (MOVIE): Record short MPEG-4 movies with sound (pg. 55). SP (SCENE POSITION): Choose a scene suited to the subject or shooting conditions and let the camera do the rest (pg. 38). B (ZOOM BRACKETING): Take three pictures each time the shutter button is pressed. The first picture will be taken at the current zoom ratio, the second at 1.4 × digital zoom, the third at 2 × digital zoom. C (NATURAL & l): 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. 6 The Strap and Lens Cap Attaching the Strap Attach the strap to the two strap eyelets as shown below. q w The Lens Cap Attach the lens cap as shown. First Steps e To avoid losing the lens cap, pass the supplied string through the eyelet (q) and secure the lens cap to the strap (w). q w 3 Caution To avoid dropping the camera, be sure the strap is correctly secured. 7 Inserting the Batteries The camera takes four AA alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. A set of four alkaline batteries is supplied with the camera. Insert the batteries in the camera as described below. the 1 Open the battery-chamber cover. Slide battery-chamber latch in the direction shown and open the battery-chamber cover. 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. Insert the batteries. 2 Insert the batteries in the orientation shown by the "+" and "­" marks inside the battery chamber. 3 Cautions · Insert the batteries in the correct orientation. · Never use batteries with peelBattery casing ing or damaged casing or mix old and new batteries, batteries with different charge levels, or batteries of different types. Failure to observe these precautions could result in the batteries leaking or overheating. · Never use manganese or Ni-Cd batteries. · The capacity of alkaline batteries varies with the manufacturer and drops at temperatures below 10 °C/32 °F; Ni-MH batteries are recommended. · Fingerprints and other soil on the battery terminals can shorten battery life. 8 Inserting the Batteries 3 Close the battery-chamber cover. Close the battery-chamber cover and slide it in until the latch clicks into place. 3 Caution Do not use force. If the battery-chamber cover does not close, check that the batteries are in the correct orientation and try again. Choosing the Battery Type After replacing the batteries SET-UP with batteries of a different ENGLISH AUTO POWER OFF 2 MIN TIME DIFFERENCE type, select the battery type ALKALINE BACKGROUND COLOR NI-MH BATTERY TYPE using the T BATTERY TYPE LITHIUM DISCHARGE option in the setup menu (pg. 101) to ensure that the battery level is displayed correctly and the camera does not turn off unexpectedly. The current battery type is displayed the first time the camera is turned on after batteries are replaced. First Steps 9 Inserting a Memory Card Although the camera can store pictures in internal memory, 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 94). 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 SanDisk SD and SDHC memory cards have been tested and 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 multimedia or xD-Picture cards. 3 Caution Memory cards can be locked, making it impossible to format the card or to record or delete images. Before inserting a memory card, slide the write-protect switch to the unlocked position. Write-protect switch 10 Inserting a Memory Card Inserting a Memory Card Open the memory card slot cover. 1 3 Close the memory card slot cover. First Steps 1 Note Be sure the camera is off before opening the memory card slot 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. Gold contacts Be sure card is in correct orientation; do not insert at an angle or use force. 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. 11 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 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 105. · 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. · Movie recording may be interrupted with some types of 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. 12 Turning the Camera on and Off Shooting Mode Slide the G switch in the direction shown below. The lens will extend automatically. Playback Mode To turn the camera on and begin playback, press the a button for about a second. First Steps Slide the G switch to turn the camera off. 2 Tip: Switching to Playback Mode Press the a button 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. Press the a button again 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 AUTO POWER OFF menu (see page 105). To turn the camera on, use the G switch or press the a button for about a second. 13 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 100). 1 Choose a language. START MENU SET NO 2 Set the date and time. DATE / TIME NOT SET 2010 2009 MM/DD/YY 1/ 1 2007 2006 SET NO 2008 12 : 00 AM 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. 14 Basic Setup 3 Choose power management options. POWER MANAGEMENT POWER SAVE CLEAR LCD DISPLAY Power saving for longer battery life SET NO 2 Tip: The Camera Clock If the batteries are 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 batteries are left in the camera or an optional AC adapter connected for about 10 hours, the battery can be removed for about 24 hours without resetting the clock, language selection, or power management options. First Steps 3.1 Press the selector up or down to highlight one of the following options: · POWER SAVE: Save battery power. · CLEAR LCD DISPLAY: Intelligent Face Detection (pg. 22) turns on and EVF/LCD MODE (pg. 101) is set to 60 fps for improved display quality. 3.2 Press MENU/OK. 15 Taking Pictures in A (Auto) Mode This section describes how to take pictures in A (auto) mode. 1 Turn the camera on. to turn the camera Slide the G switch on. the battery level. 3 Check the battery level in the display. Check q w Basic Photography and Playback 2 Select A mode. to A. Rotate the mode dial Indicator Description NO ICON Batteries are partially discharged. q o (red) Batteries are low. Replace as soon as possible. n Batteries are exhausted. Turn camw (blinks red) era off and replace batteries. 1 Note A battery warning may not be displayed before the camera turns off, particularly if batteries are reused after having once been exhausted. Power consumption varies greatly from mode to mode; the low battery warning (o) may not be displayed or may be displayed only briefly before the camera turns off in some modes or when switching from shooting to playback mode. 16 Taking Pictures in A (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 W to zoom out AUTO Select T to zoom in AUTO 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 Zoom in up to 15 × using optical zoom, or use digital zoom (pg. 104) to zoom in closer. 2 Tip: Focus Lock Use focus lock (pg. 24) to focus on subjects that are not in the focus frame. 17 Taking Pictures in A (Auto) Mode The Framing Grid and Post-Shot Assist Window To choose the shooting information and guides displayed, press the DISP/BACK button. Indicators hidden AUTO Framing grid Indicators displayed AUTO AUTO Post-shot assist HD frame window · Framing grid: To use the framing grid, position the main subject at the intersection of two lines or align one of the horizontal lines with the horizon. Use focus lock (pg. 24) to focus on subjects that will not be in the center of the frame in the final photograph. · HD frame: Displays the High Definition (HD) 16 : 9 crop. Not displayed in B mode or zoom framing. · Post-shot assist window: The previous three pictures are displayed on the left, with the most recent picture at the bottom. Use for reference when taking multiple pictures of the same subject. 18 Taking Pictures in A (Auto) Mode Focus. 5 Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the main subject in the focus frame. AUTO 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 Press halfway 250 F3.5 Basic Photography and Playback Focus frame Camera selects small focus frame and focuses on subject 1 Note The lens may make a noise when the camera focuses. This is normal. Click 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. 24). Press halfway Press the rest of the way down 1 Note If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator may light to assist focus (pg. 26). For information on using the flash when lighting is poor, see page 28. 19 Taking Pictures in A (Auto) Mode h Silent Mode In situations in which camera sounds or lights may be unwelcome, press the DISP/BACK button until h is displayed (note that silent mode is not available during movie or voice memo playback). AUTO N9 ISO AUTO (800) The Indicator Lamp Indicator lamp The camera speaker and AF-assist illuminator/selftimer lamp turn off and volume (pg. 104) can not be adjusted. To restore normal operation, press the DISP/ BACK button until the h icon is no longer displayed. 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 picorange tures can be taken at this time. Flash charging; flash will not fire when Blinks orange picture is taken. Lens or memory error (internal memory Blinks red or memory card full or not formatted, format error, or other memory error). 2 Tip: Warnings Detailed warnings appear in the display. See pages 118­121 for more information. 20 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. 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 N OK CANCEL SET 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. 53). 12/31/2050 10 : 00 AM 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. 21 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 to prevent the camera from focusing on the background. It can be used in tall and wide orientations and is available in A, E, D, C, B, SP (L, O, Q, R, S, T, and U), P, S, M, and C modes (pp. 36­46). 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 AUTO 2 Frame the picture. it If a face is detected, AUTO OFF FACE DETECTION REMOVAL ON FACE DETECTION REMOVAL OFF Option g OFF g FACE DETECTION h REMOVAL ON g FACE DETECTION h 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. will be indicated by a green border. If there is more than one face in the frame, the camera Green border will select the face closest to the center; other faces are indicated by white borders. 22 Intelligent Face Detection and Red-Eye Removal Focus. 3 Press the shutter button halfway to set focus and exposure for the subject in the green border. 3 Caution If no face is detected when the shutter button is pressed halfway (pg. 113), the camera will focus on the subject at the center of the display and red-eye will not be removed. Intelligent Face Detection Intelligent Face Detection is recommended when using the self-timer for group- or self-portraits (pg. 79). 7 Shoot. 4 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. When a picture taken with Intelligent Face Detection is displayed, the camera can automatically select faces for red-eye reduction (pg. 90), playback zoom (pg. 48), slide shows (pg. 88), printing (pg. 64), and cropping (pg. 98). More on Photography If g FACE DETECTION h REMOVAL ON is selected, the picture will be processed to reduce red-eye before it is recorded. REMOVING 23 Focus Lock To compose photographs with off-center subjects: 1 Position the subject in the focus frame. AUTO the picture. 3 Recompose shutter button pressed halfway, Keeping the recompose the picture. AUTO 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). AUTO 250 F3.5 Shoot. 4 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture. Press halfway 250 F3.5 Press the rest of the way down Repeat steps 1 and 2 as desired to refocus before taking the picture. 24 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 manual focus (pg. 83) or use focus lock (pg. 24) 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). 25 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 101 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 or in the following SP modes: M, N, P, Q, T, U, and V. 26 e Close-ups (Macro and Super Macro Modes) Macro mode can be used for close-ups in A, E, D, C, B, SP (T, V, and, W), P, S, M, and C modes (pp. 36­46). Macro mode is automatically selected in V and W scene modes; to select macro or super macro mode in other modes, press the selector left (e) to cycle through macro options as shown below. AUTO Choose from e (macro mode), f (super macro mode), or g (macro mode off ) More on Photography When macro mode is in effect, the camera focuses on subjects near the center of the frame. Use the zoom control to compose pictures. In super macro mode, zoom can not be adjusted and the flash can not be used. Super macro is not available in C, V, and W scene modes. To exit macro mode, press the selector left (e) until g is displayed. 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. · Flash compensation may be required when using the flash (pg. 85). 27 l 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. the ash. 1 Raise the flflash pop-up button to raise the flash. Press Turning the Flash Off Lower the flash where flash photography is prohibited or to capture natural lighting under dim light. At slow shutter speeds, k will be displayed to warn that pictures may be blurred; use of a tripod is recommended. flash mode. 2 Choose aselector right (l). The flash mode changes each time the selector is Press the pressed (some options are not available in all shooting modes; see pg. 123): Mode Description AUTO (no icon) The flash fires when required. Recommended in most situations. The flash fires whenever a picture is taken. Use for backlit subjects or for natural coloration l (fill flash) when shooting in bright light. Capture both the main subject and the background under low light (note that brightly m (slow sync) lit scenes may be overexposed). Shutter speed may be as slow as 3 s in O mode. Use a tripod. 28 l Using the Flash (Intelligent Flash) Focus. 3 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. 4 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 h REMOVAL ON is selected for Intelligent Face Detection (pg. 22), red-eye removal (h) is available in AUTO (i), fill flash (j), and slow sync (k) 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 p Burst Mode (Continuous Shooting) Use burst mode to capture motion in a series of pictures. 1 Choose a burst mode. The burst mode changes each time the button is Press the p button. pressed. Mode l (top 33 4) m (top 33 2) n (long period) Description The camera takes up to 33 pictures while the shutter button is pressed. Image sizes over 4 are set to 4 and sensitivities under 800 are raised to 800 or above for the highest possible burst rate. * Not available in C, B, or SP (X) mode. The camera takes up to 33 pictures while the shutter button is pressed. Image sizes over 2 are set to 2 and sensitivities under 800 are raised to 800 or above for a high burst rate. * Not available in C, B, or SP (X) mode. The camera takes pictures while the shutter button is pressed. Shooting ends when the shutter button is released or memory is full. To view pictures as they are taken, use the post-shot assist window (pg. 18). Not available in C, B, or SP (X) mode. Each time the shutter-release button is pressed, the camera takes three shots: one using the metered value for exposure, the second overexposed by the amount selected for J BRACKETING in the shooting menu (pg. 86), and the third underexposed by the same amount (the camera may not be able to use the selected bracketing increment if the amount of over- or under-exposure exceeds the limits of the exposure metering system). Available in P, S, M, and C modes only. The camera takes up to three pictures while the shutter button is pressed. Available in all shooting modes except C and SP (X). Burst mode off. One picture is taken each time the shutter button is pressed. o (bracketing) p (top 3) OFF * Settings that have been altered from the value selected by the user are displayed in yellow; the original setting will be restored when another burst shooting option is selected. 30 p Burst Mode (Continuous Shooting) Focus. 2 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Shoot. 3 Pictures will be taken while the shutter button is pressed. Shooting ends when the shutter button is released, memory is full, or the selected number of shots has been taken. More on Photography 1 Notes · In all burst modes except n, focus and exposure are determined by the first frame in each series. The flash turns off automatically (pg. 28); the previously-selected flash mode is restored when burst shooting is turned off. · Frame rate varies with shutter speed. · If the self-timer is used when n is selected, only one picture will be taken when the shutter button is pressed. · At a setting of l, white lines may appear in bright areas of the image; these can be avoided by choosing m mode. · The number of pictures that can be recorded depends on the memory available. BrackSTORING eting is only available if there is sufficient memory for three pictures. In all burst modes except n, additional time may be required to record pictures when shooting ends. The pictures are displayed in the monitor while recording is in progress. 31 c Instant Zoom (Zoom Framing) In modes other than B and SP (X), zoom framing offers a quick way to compose pictures. Optical Zoom Position the subject in the focus frame. Use the zoom control to frame the subject in the center of the display. 1 AUTO N9 ISO AUTO (800) The frame is displayed as shown at right. The composition can be adjusted using the zoom control. and shoot. 3 Focusframed area The will be enlarged to create a full-sized picture. AUTO frame. 2 Choose aselector down Press the (c) to cycle through framing options as shown below. 1.4 × zoom 2 × zoom 2 Intelligent Face Detection Intelligent Face Detection will not detect faces outside the selected frame. 3 Caution Only wide (landscape-orientation) framing is available when p or n is selected for burst mode. When l or m is selected, the maximum number of shots that can be taken in a single burst is 33 for wide framing, 26 for tall framing. No zoom 2 × zoom 1.4 × zoom 32 c Instant Zoom (Zoom Framing) Digital Zoom Enable digital zoom. Select ON for the D DIGITAL ZOOM option in the setup menu (pg. 104). 1 5 Frame the picture. to choose the area that Use the zoom control will be included in the final photograph. a 2 Choosethesubject. in the center of the disFrame subject play. AUTO N9 ISO AUTO (800) More on Photography and shoot. 6 Focusframed area The 3 Zoom to the digital zoom position. Press the selector down (c). 4 The camera will zoom to the maximum optical zoom position with the area that will be recorded using digital zoom indicated by a frame at the center of the display. AUTO will be enlarged to create a full-sized picture. 3 Caution Pictures taken using zoom framing are lower quality than pictures taken using normal zoom. 33 d Exposure Compensation Use exposure compensation when photographing very bright, very dark, or high-contrast subjects in P, S, C, or SP (X) modes. 1 Press the d button. will be displayed. The exposure indicator P N9 ISO AUTO (800) shooting mode. 3 Return to d button to return to shooting Press the mode. Exposure indicator SET 250 F3.5 4 Take pictures. 1 Notes 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. Exposure compensation is disabled if the flash fires when set to AUTO or i (auto with red-eye reduction); when the flash is set to l or j, exposure compensation is disabled if the subject is dark. value. 2 Choose aselector left or right. The Press the effect is visible in the display. Choose negative values Choose positive values to to reduce exposure increase exposure ("­" sign turns yellow) ("+" sign turns yellow) 34 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 122) · Highly reflective subjects or very bright scenes (e.g., snowfields): +1 EV More on Photography · 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 35 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. 6). The following modes are available: A AUTO Choose for crisp, clear snapshots (pg. 16). This mode is recommended in most situations. C NATURAL & l This mode helps ensure good results with backlit subjects and in other situations with difficult lighting. Before shooting, raise the flash; pictures can only be taken when the flash is raised. 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. E ANTI-BLUR (Picture Stabilization) Choose this mode for fast shutter speeds that reduce blur caused by camera shake or subject movement. 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. 1 Notes · Do not use where flash photography is prohibited. · Only available if memory remains for two pictures. · Burst mode is not available. 1 Note See page 85 for flash setting restrictions and page 74 for the sensitivity options available in each mode. 36