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OWNER'S MANUAL
This manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA
FinePix S1 Pro correctly.
Please follow the instructions carefully.
BB11378-200 ( 1 )
Basic Photography
Setup
Advanced Photography
Advanced Photography
(Playback)
Preference

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL This manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix S1 Pro correctly. Please follow the instructions carefully. BB11378-200 ( 1 ) Basic Photography Setup Advanced Photography Advanced Photography (Playback) Preference...

  • Page 2: Warning

    Warning To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The graphical symbols are located on the bottom of the case.
  • Page 3 Address : Heesenstrasse 31 40549 Dusseldorf, Germany declare that the product Product Name : FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix S1 Pro Manufacture’s Name : Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. 26 - 30, Nishiazabu 2 - chome, Minato - ku, Manufacture’s Address :...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    5 Setting the Date and Time ... 23 6 Loading Media ... 24 7 Removing Media... 25 8 Exposure Modes on the FinePix S1 Pro... 26 9 Setting the Exposure Mode Dial ... 27 10 Holding the Camera and Focusing ... 28 11 Releasing the Shutter ...
  • Page 5 Setting the Image Quality ... 43 Setting the Image Size (Number of Pixels) ... 44 Setting the Color ... 45 Setting the Tone ... 46 Setting the Sharpness ... 47 Setting Multi-exposure... 48 ... 49 SET-UP Menu Part 1 Preview... 49 Specifying a Custom WB Setting...50 Hi MODE/MEDIA ...
  • Page 6 Contents - continued : Portrait mode ...67 : Landscape mode... 67 : Close-up mode ... 67 : Sport mode (continuous shooting) ... 68 : Night scene mode ... 68 Metering Modes ... 69 Multi-pattern Metering and 3D 6-zone Multi-pattern Metering ... 69 Center-weighted Metering ...
  • Page 7 Optional Accessories Guide ... 108 Explanation of Terms... 110 Using the USB Cable and the Software Included... 111 Notes on Using the FinePix S1 Pro ... 113 Cleaning the CCD ... 114 Determining Whether Cleaning is Required ... 115 Cleaning the CCD... 116 Power Supply Notes...

  • Page 8: Preface

    Notes on Copyright Images recorded using your digital camera cannot be used in ways that infringe copyright laws without the consent of the owner, unless intended only for personal pleasure. Note also that some restrictions apply to the photographing of stage performances, entertainments and exhibits, even when intended purely for personal use.

  • Page 9: Camera Features And Accessories

    Camera Features and Accessories Features • The newly developed large-size 3.4 million “Super CCD” built into the FinePix S1 Pro provides ultra- high resolution of 6.13 million output, high sensitivity, a wide dynamic range and an excellent signal- to-noise ratio.

  • Page 10: Nomenclature

    Nomenclature Top display panel ( P.14) Exposure compensation button ( P.71) Aperture button ( P.64) Synchro mode button ( P.76) Strap mount P.16) Shutter button ( P.30) Power switch ( P.22) Auxiliary AF light ( P.57) Self-timer lamp ( P.72) Red-eye reduction lamp ( P.75) Accessory shoe (...
  • Page 11 Self-timer button ( P.72) Flash lock release button P.76) Strap mount P.16) AA battery compartment cover release catch ( P.18) Exposure mode dial ( P.60) Viewfinder window ( P.73) Diopter adjustment knob ( P.73) AE lock button ( P.70) Command dial P.61) Eyepiece surround P.73)
  • Page 12 Nomenclature - continued Function button [4] Function button [3] Function button [2] Function button [1] Rear display panel ( P.13) FUNC button ( P.40) PLAY button ( P.31) Color LCD monitor CANCEL button 4-driection button MENU/EXE button ( P.33) Button cell holder P.17) Lithium battery compartment cover...

  • Page 13: Rear Display Panel Screens

    Rear Display Panel Screens • Display during photography AA-size battery icon ( P.22) Sensitivity setting display ( P.42) Date/time display “FUNC” button • Display during playback Functions that can be accessed from the rear display panel ( P.85) “FUNC” button Color setting Media icon (for SmartMedia)

  • Page 14: Top Display Panel

    Nomenclature - continued Top Display Panel Shutter speed display Program shift icon P.61) Synchro mode icon P.76) Lithium battery check icon ( P.22) Self-timer icon ( P.72) Note Liquid crystal in the display panels and viewfinder display The LCDs (liquid-crystal displays) used in the display panels and viewfinder display darken at high temperatures.

  • Page 15: Viewfinder Display

    Viewfinder Display Focusing frame ( Focus indicator ( P.28) Shutter speed display Aperture setting display Center-weighted metering area P.59) Exposure indicator ( (12 mm-dia.) ( P.69) Flash recommended icon/ Ready icon ( P.30, 77) Exposure compensation icon ( P.71) P.65)

  • Page 16: Basic Photography

    1 Basic 1 Attaching the Shoulder Strap Photography Use the shoulder strap to ensure that you do not drop the camera while taking pictures. Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the camera body. Pass the end of the strap through the fastener A and loop B as shown in the figure below.

  • Page 17: Loading The Camera Batteries

    2 Loading the Camera Batteries The FinePix S1 Pro Digital Camera uses 2 lithium batteries (CR123A type), 1 button cell and 4 AA batteries. It can also be run from an ordinary power socket using the optional AC power adapter AC-5VH.

  • Page 18: Loading The Aa Batteries

    Loading the Camera Batteries - continued Load the button in the direction indicated by the + and - labels on the button cell holder. Then firmly close the holder. • Loading the button cell in the wrong direction could cause a camera fault. Loading the AA Batteries Batteries •...

  • Page 19: Using The Ac Power Adapter Ac-5Vh (Optional)

    Using the AC Power Adapter AC-5VH (optional) Open the lithium battery compartment cover as described in step 1 in “Loading the Lithium Batteries”. • When the camera is connected to a personal computer or you are viewing recorded images on a TV so that the camera is switched on for an extended period, you should use the AC-5VH.

  • Page 20: Mounting The Camera Lens

    3 Mounting the Camera Lens Switch the camera “OFF” to mount the camera lens. Always leave the aperture ring set to the smallest aperture (the aperture setting with the highest number). Switch the camera off and mount the camera lens. •...
  • Page 21 To detach the lens from the camera body. • Hold down the lens detaching button and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow. Important When the camera is stored with the lens detached While the lens is detached from the camera, fit the camera body cap provided onto the camera to protect the inside of the camera and prevent soiling of the mirror...

  • Page 22: Switching The Camera On And Off

    4 Switching the Camera On and Off To switch the camera on or off, set the power switch to “ON” or “OFF” respectively. When you switch the camera on, the battery check icon “I” appears. • Top display panel display I (lit): O (lit): O (blinking): Replace the CR123A lithium batteries.

  • Page 23: Setting The Date And Time

    5 Setting the Date and Time Use the procedure below to set the date and time. Press the “MENU/EXE” button. The “SET-UP” menu appears on the color LCD monitor. Press “ ” or “ “DATE/TIME” and press the”MENU/EXE” button. Press “ ”...

  • Page 24: Loading Media

    Note Notes on Taking Pictures You can release the shutter of the FinePix S1 Pro when there is no media installed in the camera. In this event, the image appears on the color LCD monitor but is not recorded. Always check that there is a media card installed in the camera before taking pictures.

  • Page 25: Removing Media

    7 Removing Media Switch the camera “OFF” and open the slot cover. • If you open the slot cover when the camera is switched on, the “‹” warning appears on the top display panel. Switch the camera “OFF” first. • Do not open the slot cover while data is being recorded as this can result in data loss or corruption.

  • Page 26: Exposure Modes On The Finepix S1 Pro

    8 Exposure Modes on the FinePix S1 Pro Symbol Name AUTO mode P.60 Programmed Auto P.61 Shutter-priority Auto P.62 Aperture-priority P.63 Auto Manual P.64 Portrait mode P.67 Landscape mode P.67 Close-up mode P.67 Sport mode P.68 Night Scene mode P.68 Features and Typical Uses Exposure is controlled entirely by the camera.

  • Page 27: Setting The Exposure Mode Dial

    9 Setting the Exposure Mode Dial By setting the exposure mode dial to z (AUTO mode), you can leave the exposure settings to the camera when you take pictures. Switch the camera “ON”. Set the exposure mode dial to “z” (AUTO mode). •...

  • Page 28: 10 Holding The Camera And Focusing

    Notes on Composing Your Shot As a percentage of the actual image photographed, the image area visible through the viewfinder of the FinePix S1 Pro (the viewfinder coverage) is about 90% vertically and about 93% horizontally. In other words, the picture actually...
  • Page 29 Compose your shot and press the shutter button halfway to set the focus. Focusing frame • When you position the focusing frame on the object you want to focus on and press the shutter button halfway, the camera automatically focuses on the object and one of the following appears in the viewfinder: The camera has focused on the subject.

  • Page 30: 11 Releasing The Shutter

    11 Releasing the Shutter Check that the focus indicator “ ” is lit and then slowly press the shutter button down fully to release the shutter. Press the shutter button halfway and check the viewfinder display. • If the flash recommended icon “ use the built-in flash ( •...

  • Page 31: 12 Playing Back Photographed Images

    12 Playing Back Photographed Images Use the procedure below to play back images you have shot and recorded. To View Images (Playback) Play back recorded images as follows: Press the “PLAY” button. The recorded image is played back on the color LCD monitor. To view another image, use “...

  • Page 32: Playback Zoom

    Playing Back Photographed Images - continued Playback Zoom Use playback zoom to view details of the image being played back enlarged. Display the recorded image. (See “To View Images (Playback)”.) • You cannot use this method in “4-MULTI” or “9-MULTI” display mode. Switch back to single-frame display first ( Press “...

  • Page 33: Multi-Frame Playback

    Multi-frame Playback In multi-frame playback, image display can be set to “4-MULTI”, which displays 4 image frames at one time, or “9-MULTI”, which displays 9 image frames at one time. Multi-frame playback provides a convenient way of selecting images for frame erase, frame protect and DPOF frame settings.
  • Page 34 Playing Back Photographed Images - continued Press “ ” or “ ” on the 4-direction button to select “4-MULTI” or “9-MULTI”. Press the “MENU/EXE” button to begin multi-frame playback. • The display shows the selected multi-frame playback display. 9-MULTI 4-MULTI •...

  • Page 35: Erasing Single Recorded Images

    Erasing Single Recorded Images Use the procedure below to erase recorded images. To erase all the recorded images, see P.86. Display the image to be erased. (See “To View Images (Playback)”.) When you press function button [2], the image is displayed on the rear display panel for erase confirmation.

  • Page 36: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Playing Back Photographed Images - continued Viewing Images on a TV Switch the camera and the TV off. Plug the enclosed video cable into the VIDEO OUT socket on the camera. • If there is a power outlet handy, the optional AC Power Adapter AC-5VH should be connected.

  • Page 37: Background: A Brief Guide Focusing And Exposure

    CCD (correct exposure). To ensure optimum exposure, the FinePix S1 Pro is provided with a number of exposure modes. These include the AUTO, programmed auto and image...

  • Page 38: Setup

    Setup Functions 2 Setup Settings available from the rear display panel Setting Display White AUTO, Sunny, balance Shade, Fluorescent 1, Fluorescent 2, Fluorescent 3, Incandescent, Custom Sensitivity 320, 400, 800, 1600 Quality Basic, Normal, Fine, Image size 3040, 2304, 1440 (number of pixels) Color...
  • Page 39 Settings that can be specified in the “SET-UP” menu on the color LCD monitor Setting Display PREVIEW OFF, MANUAL REC, AUTO REC CUSTOM Hi MODE TIFF-RGB, TIFF-YC MEDIA SmartMedia, CF Type II SELF 2 sec., 10 sec. TIMER AUTO 2 min., 5 min., OFF POWER FRAME No.

  • Page 40: Rear Display Panel

    Setting the White Balance Rear Display Panel By setting the optimum white balance for a variety of light sources, pictures can be taken that show the natural colors of the subject while also capturing the atmosphere of the shot. Press the “FUNC” button. icon for the white balance setting appears on the rear display panel.
  • Page 41 Display Name AUTO The camera automatically determines the amount of light and (default) the color information for the shot and takes the picture with a natural white balance. Sunny Select this setting for outdoor shots in fine weather when the light source for the shot is the sun.

  • Page 42: Setting The Sensitivity

    Setting the Sensitivity Rear Display Panel The ISO sensitivity (film speed) can be set to 320, 400, 800 or 1600. Press the “FUNC” button. icon for the ISO sensitivity setting appears on the rear display panel. Press function button [2]. With the ISO sensitivity set to “ISO400”...

  • Page 43: Setting The Image Quality

    Setting the Image Quality Rear Display Panel Use the procedure below to set the image quality. Selecting a high image quality decreases the number of images that can be saved. Conversely, selecting a low image quality increases the number of images that can be saved. Press the “FUNC”...

  • Page 44: Setting The Image Size (Number Of Pixels)

    Setting the Image Size (Number of Pixels) Rear Display Panel Use the procedure below to set the number of pixels (image size) used to record photographed images. Press the “FUNC” button. icon for the image size (number of pixels) setting appears on the rear display panel. Press function button [4].

  • Page 45: Setting The Color

    Setting the Color Rear Display Panel Use the procedure below to set the density of the color used when images are shot. Press the “FUNC” button twice. icon for the color setting appears on the rear display panel. Press function button [1]. With the color set to “STD”...

  • Page 46: Setting The Tone

    Setting the Tone Rear Display Panel Use the procedure below to set the contrast when images are shot. Press the “FUNC” button twice. icon for the tone setting appears on the rear display panel. Press function button [2]. With the tone set to “STD” •...

  • Page 47: Setting The Sharpness

    Setting the Sharpness Rear Display Panel Use this setting to soften or sharpen the outlines in an image and to adjust the quality of the photographed image. Press the “FUNC” button twice. icon for the sharpness setting appears on the rear display panel.

  • Page 48: Setting Multi-Exposure

    Setting Multi-exposure Rear Display Panel Use this setting to specify whether to use multi-exposure photography P.84). Press the “FUNC” button twice. icon for the multi-exposure setting appears on the rear display panel. Press function button [4]. With multi-exposure photography set to “OFF” •...

  • Page 49: Set-Up Menu Part 1

    Preview SET-UP Menu Part 1 This setting specifies whether or not a preview image is displayed after you take a picture. Press the “MENU/EXE” button. The “SET-UP” menu appears on the color LCD monitor. SET-UP menu Part 1 Press “ ”...

  • Page 50: Specifying A Custom Wb Setting

    Specifying a Custom WB Setting SET-UP Menu Part 1 Use the procedure below to specify a custom white balance setting. Press the “MENU/EXE” button. Press “ ” or “ “CUSTOM WB” and then press the “MENU/EXE” button or “ ” or “ •...

  • Page 51: Hi Mode/Media

    Hi MODE/MEDIA SET-UP Menu Part 1 Hi MODE This setting specifies the TIFF data format when “Hi” is selected as the image quality setting. Press the “MENU/EXE” button. Press “ ” or “ MODE” and then press “ button to select the “Hi MODE” setting. Name TIFF-RGB This setting selects RGB data as the TIFF format (...

  • Page 52: Self Timer/Auto Power Off

    SELF TIMER/AUTO POWER OFF SET-UP Menu Part 1 SELF TIMER Use this setting to select either 2 seconds or 10 seconds (default setting) as the interval after which the shutter is released during self-timer photography. See P.72 for information on self-timer photography. Press the “MENU/EXE”...

  • Page 53: Set-Up Menu Part 2

    FRAME No. SET-UP Menu Part 2 The frame number memory function stores the last file number saved onto a media (SmartMedia or Microdrive) so that when a new media is loaded, file numbers are assigned beginning from that stored file number.

  • Page 54: Pc Mode/Beep

    PC MODE/BEEP SET-UP Menu Part 2 PC MODE When the camera is connected to a personal computer, this setting specifies whether images are downloaded from the camera to the computer or photography using the camera is controlled from the computer. Press the “MENU/EXE”...

  • Page 55: Language/Reset

    LANGUAGE/RESET SET-UP Menu Part 2 LANGUAGE Use the procedure below to select the language used only in the “SET-UP” menu display. (Menus other than the “SET-UP” menu are shown only in English (default setting) and cannot be set to Japanese-language display.) Press the “MENU/EXE”...

  • Page 56: Camera Reset

    RESET - continued/ Items reset by the “RESET” setting • Items set from the rear display panel Item White balance Sensitivity Quality Image size (number of pixels) Color Tone Sharpness Multi-exposure Camera Reset Use the procedure below to reset the settings specified on the top display panel.

  • Page 57: Advanced Photography

    3 Advanced Focusing Modes Photography When the Focusing Mode is Set to AF (auto focus) • If you set the focus mode selector switch to AF and hold the shutter button halfway, the camera automatically focuses on the subject and the focus indicator “...

  • Page 58: When M (Manual Focus) Is Selected

    Focusing Modes - continued When these conditions are met, the auxiliary AF light operates automatically. This function cannot be cancelled. The auxiliary AF light can be used with AF Nikkor lenses that have focal lengths between 24 and 200 mm. In general, the effective range of the auxiliary AF light is 0.5 to 3 m (1.6 to 9.8 ft.).

  • Page 59: Focus Lock Photography

    Focus Lock Photography If you are using AF (auto focus) to focus the camera, use the focus lock feature when you are composing a picture in which your main subject (the object or person you are focusing on) is not inside the focusing frame.

  • Page 60: Shooting Using Exposure Modes

    Shooting Using Exposure Modes z: AUTO This exposure mode is the easiest to use for taking pictures since the photographer can leave the exposure settings to the camera. This exposure mode is recommended for people using an SLR camera for the first time.

  • Page 61: P: Programmed Auto

    P: Programmed Auto In this mode, the camera automatically controls the exposure to give the optimum exposure for the photography conditions. This mode can be used in combination with program shift or exposure compensation P.71) for better quality pictures. See P.80 for information on using this mode with other functions.

  • Page 62: Shutter-Priority Auto

    Shooting Using Exposure Modes - continued S: Shutter-priority Auto In this mode, the photographer sets the shutter speed (1/2000 to 30 sec.) and the camera automatically controls the aperture setting. This mode is best for photographs where the shutter speed is the main priority, such as subjects in sports scenes where you want a fast shutter speed to freeze one moment of the action, or where you want a...

  • Page 63: Aperture-Priority Auto

    A: Aperture-priority Auto In this mode, the photographer sets the aperture (narrowest aperture to widest aperture) and the camera automatically controls the shutter speed. This mode is best for photographs where the depth of field is the main priority, such as shots where you both near and distant objects in clear focus or where you want the background out of focus.

  • Page 64: M: Manual

    Shooting Using Exposure Modes - continued M: Manual In this mode, the photographer can set any shutter speed (1/2000 to 30 sec.) and any aperture setting (narrowest aperture to widest aperture). This allows the photographer to determine the exposure to suit the conditions and the desired goals while watching the exposure indicator in the viewfinder.
  • Page 65 Important Exposure Indicator The figures at right show how to read the exposure indicator. The icons show the difference between the value given by the combination of shutter speed and aperture setting and the exposure value measured by the camera. Check that the focus indicator “...

  • Page 66: Shooting Using 5-Vari Programs

    Shooting Using 5-Vari Programs 5-Vari Programs The 5-vari programs provide programs for each mode that make it easy for you to take pictures that capture your desired image. The programs tailor the camera settings to particular scenes or subjects by selecting shutter speeds matched to the subject’s movement and aperture settings that allow for the depth of field (focusing depth) and even the focusing characteristics of the lens.

  • Page 67: 5-Vari Program Types And Features

    5-Vari Program Types and Features : Portrait mode By using exposure control with a wide aperture (a low aperture number), this mode keeps a shallow depth of field (restricting the range of focus in front of and behind the subject). This allows you to take pictures in which your subject stands out clearly against a softly blurred background, giving a feeling of depth in the shot.

  • Page 68: B : Sport Mode (Continuous Shooting)

    Shooting Using 5-Vari Programs - continued : Sport mode (continuous shooting) This mode uses exposure control with a fast shutter speed setting to freeze your subject in a moment of rapid movement and allow you to take shots of sporting events that capture the feeling of fast-paced action.

  • Page 69: Metering Modes

    Metering Modes The FinePix S1 Pro normally uses multi-pattern exposure metering. However, when the exposure mode is set to Manual or the AE lock P.70) is used, exposure metering automatically switches to center- weighted metering. Multi-pattern Metering and 3D 6-zone Multi-pattern Metering In multi-pattern metering, the image is divided into 6 zones as shown in the figure above.

  • Page 70: Ae Lock Photography

    AE Lock Photography AE lock allows you to set the exposure for a part of the image that you want to be correctly exposed, and then lock in that exposure setting when you take the picture. This technique is useful when you want to store an exposure setting in the camera (by pressing the “AE-L”...

  • Page 71: Exposure Compensation

    On the FinePix S1 Pro, exposure compensation can be performed to ±3 EV in increments of 1/3 of an EV step. (Note that exposure compensation cannot be used in AUTO mode or in the 5-vari program modes.)

  • Page 72: Self-Timer Photography

    Self-timer Photography This mode is useful for shots such as commemorative pictures where the photographer also wants to be in the shot. Use a tripod or otherwise ensure that the camera is stable before using the self-timer. Press the self-timer button “! ”. The “! ” icon appears on the top display panel.

  • Page 73: Diopter Adjustment Function/Eyepiece Cap

    Diopter Adjustment Function/Eyepiece Cap The diopter adjustment function makes it easier for you to check your shots by looking at the image through the viewfinder. • While you are looking through the viewfinder, slide the diopter adjustment knob to the position in which you see the focusing frame in the viewfinder most clearly.

  • Page 74: Flash Photography

    Flash Photography Built-in Flash and TTL-BL Flash Control The built-in flash in the FinePix S1 Pro covers the field of view for a 28 mm lens and has a guide number of 15 (ISO 100 BL flash control that uses brightness information obtained using multi-pattern exposure metering to effectively control and balance the amount of flash so that both the main subject and the background are correctly exposed.

  • Page 75: Synchro Mode Types And Features

    Synchro Mode Types and Features : Red-eye reduction mode If you select red-eye reduction mode and then take a picture using the flash, the red-eye reduction lamp lights for about 1 second before the flash fires, thereby reducing the tendency for people’s eyes to appear red in pictures taken in low-light conditions.

  • Page 76: Taking Pictures Using The Built-In Flash

    Flash Photography - continued Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash Press the flash lock release button so that the flash pops up. Then hold down the synchro mode button “j ” and turn the command dial to set the synchro mode. •...

  • Page 77: Flash Intensity

    Check that the Ready icon “j ” is displayed in the viewfinder display and take the picture, taking care to stay within the flash control range ( P.74). • If the Ready icon “j ” flashes for about 3 seconds after the shutter release, the flash fired at full power and the image may be underexposed.

  • Page 78: Nikon Flash Units That Can Be Used

    Flash Photography - continued Nikon Flash Units that Can Be Used The table below shows the Nikon flash units that can be used with the FinePix S1 Pro and the types of photography they can be used for. (Note that the built- in flash and a Nikon flash unit cannot be used together.) This explanation assumes that the lens mounted on the camera is a Nikkor lens with a built-in CPU.

  • Page 79: Notes On Using Nikon Flash Units

    Notes on Using Nikon Flash Units The synchronized shutter speeds when using the flash are 1/125 sec. and slower. In TTL mode, the ISO sensitivity linked settings are ISO 320 or ISO 400. * When the sensitivity is set to ISO 800 or ISO 1600, the TTL flash control may not be performed correctly.

  • Page 80: Combining Modes

    Combining Modes The table below shows the permitted combinations of exposure modes and functions. This explanation is based on the FinePix S1 Pro used with an AF Nikkor lens (excluding the AF-S, AF-I, IX Nikkor and F3AF lenses). Function Auxiliary...

  • Page 81: Shooting And Recording Previews

    Shooting and Recording Previews This section describes how to display a preview image of the shot you have taken on the color LCD monitor and then record that image. Note Preview Setup In order to display a preview image and then record or erase the image, you must first set the “PREVIEW”...

  • Page 82: Standard Chart Display

    Standard Chart Display Standard chart display is a feature that allows you to check the color tones and brightness of a photographed image by comparing the preview image with a color bar or grayscale indicator. Display the preview image ( P.49, 81). Press function button [4] to display the Standard chart.

  • Page 83: Histogram Display

    Histogram Display A histogram is a graph that classifies the light and dark portions of an image and shows the statistical distribution of brightness in that image. This section describes how to display the histogram for an image. Histograms can be displayed for both playback images and preview images.

  • Page 84: Multi-Exposure

    Multi-exposure Multi-exposure is photography method in which other images can be overlaid on top of an existing image. Any number of images can be overlaid in this way. Note Multi-exposure Setup To use multi-exposure photography, you must first set the multi-exposure setting to “ON”...

  • Page 85: Advanced Photography (Playback)

    4 Advanced Photography Playback Functions (Playback) Functions available from the rear display panel • Functions that can be used with images played back Function Histogram display Classifies light and dark areas in the image and displays their statistical distribution. Erase frame Erases the displayed image.

  • Page 86: Erase/Format

    When you select the Erase All option, all the unprotected images are erased. If you select the Format option, all the images are erased, including any protected images, and the media is initialized for the FinePix S1 Pro. To erase only one of the recorded images, see P.35.
  • Page 87 Press the “MENU/EXE” button and then select “YES” to execute “(ERASE) ALL” or “FORMAT”. • To cancel the procedure, use “ select “NO” and then press the “MENU/EXE” button. Press the “MENU/EXE” button. The “(ERASE) ALL” or “FORMAT” procedure ends and the “NO IMAGES”...

  • Page 88: Protection Settings

    Protection Settings Protecting and Unprotecting Individual Image Press the “PLAY” button and then press “ the 4-direction button to display the image for which you want to set or remove the protection. Press function button [3]. Press function button [1]. •...

  • Page 89: Protecting And Unprotecting All Images

    Protecting and Unprotecting All Images Use this setting to prevent images from being accidentally erased. This procedure can be used to set the protect attribute for all the images on the media. On the rear display panel, check the media type containing the images for which protection is to be set or removed.
  • Page 90 Protection Settings - continued Press “ ” or “ ” on the 4-direction button to select “ALL” if you want to protect the images or “UNPROTECT ALL” if you want to remove the protection and then press the “MENU/EXE” button. “ALL”...

  • Page 91: Dpof Settings

    SmartMedia Digital camera • On a DPOF-compatible digital camera (the FinePix S1 Pro), the above information can be recorded onto a SmartMedia or Microdrive/CompactFlash using the camera controls. • If DPOF information is recorded on the media, the specified number of prints of the specified frames (image files) can also be printed on a DPOF- compatible printer.

  • Page 92: Setting Or Cancelling Date/Time Imprinting

    DPOF Settings - continued Setting or Cancelling Date/Time Imprinting Use the procedure below to specify whether the date and time of shooting are included on the image prints. Press the “PLAY” button and then the “MENU/EXE” button to display the menu. Press “...

  • Page 93: Specifying Dpof Settings For Single Frame

    Press “ ” or “ either “DATE ON” or “DATE OFF”. The selected setting then remains valid for all images until the camera is switched off. • Pressing the “CANCEL” button clears the menu display. • Always specify “DATE ON” or “DATE OFF” before specifying other DPOF settings.
  • Page 94 DPOF Settings - continued Press function button [1] or [3] to specify the number of prints for the image. • Press function button [1] to increase the number of prints and function button [3] to decrease the number of prints. To specify trimming (steps 4 to 5) Press “...

  • Page 95: Checking And Cancelling Dpof Settings For Single Frame (Review/Cancel)

    • To cancel the cursor and return to the normal enlarged display screen, press the “PLAY” button again or press the “CANCEL” button. Press function button [4]. • Pressing function button [4] sets the DPOF information. • To cancel the procedure, press the “CANCEL” button. Checking and Cancelling DPOF Settings for Single Frame (REVIEW/CANCEL) You can use the procedure below to display only images for which DPOF...
  • Page 96 DPOF Settings - continued Press “ ” or “ “REVIEW/CANCEL”. Press the “MENU/EXE” button. You can check only the frames for which prints are specified by pressing “ button. To cancel the DPOF settings, display the image and then press the “MENU/EXE” button. •...

  • Page 97: Setting Dpof Settings For All The Images (Set All)

    Setting DPOF Settings for All the Images (SET ALL) Use the procedure below to set DPOF information for all the images on a media. Use the rear display panel to check the media type on which you want to store DPOF information. Press the “PLAY”...
  • Page 98 DPOF Settings - continued Check the number of stored DPOF prints and then press the “MENU/EXE” button. • The total number of prints appears on the color LCD monitor and the display then reverts to the menu screen. • If an image for which DPOF settings are specified is damaged or if DPOF settings were specified on a different device, the error tone sounds and a confirmation message appears.

  • Page 99: Cancelling Dpof Settings For All Frames (Cancel All)

    Cancelling DPOF Settings for All Frames (CANCEL ALL) Use the procedure below to cancel the DPOF information for all the images on the media. Use the rear display panel to check the media type on which you want to cancel the DPOF information. Press the “PLAY”...
  • Page 100 DPOF Settings - continued Check the number of prints for which DPOF settings are to be canceled and then press the “MENU/EXE” button. • To cancel the procedure, press the “CANCEL” button.

  • Page 101: Auto Play (Automatic Playback)

    Auto Play (Automatic Playback) Auto Play Settings Use the procedure below to select the Auto Play (automatic playback) method for photographed images. The Auto Play settings are as follows: WIPE-OFF: Images are displayed without scrolling. WIPE-1: Images are switched (wiped) on an angle. WIPE-2: Images are switched (wiped) in a swirling pattern.
  • Page 102 Auto Play (Automatic Playback) - continued Press “ ” or “ ” on the 4-direction button to select the Auto Play time setting and then press “ ” or “ ” to set the time. Then press “ ” or “ ”...

  • Page 103: Adjusting The Color Lcd Monitor Brightness

    Adjusting the Color LCD Monitor Brightness The brightness of the color LCD monitor can be adjusted through 11 levels. Press the “PLAY” button and then the “MENU/EXE” button to display the menu. Press “ ” or “ the “BRIGHTNESS” menu. •...
  • Page 104 Adjusting the Color LCD Monitor Brightness - continued Press “ ” or “ ” on the 4-direction button to adjust the brightness. • Press “ ” on the 4-direction button to increase the brightness of the color LCD monitor and “ ”...

  • Page 105: Reference

    System Expansion Options 5 Reference By using the FinePix S1 Pro together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses. See pages 108-109 and 111-112 for details. Digital Camera FinePix S1 Pro...

  • Page 106: Lenses That Can Be Used With This Camera

    Lenses that Can Be Used with this Camera Use Nikkor lenses with built-in CPUs (excluding the IX Nikkor lenses) with this camera. In particular, the full range of functions can be accessed when a D-type AF Nikkor lens is mounted on the camera. There are CPU signal contacts on Nikkor lenses with a built-in CPU.

  • Page 107: Types Of Nikkor Lenses With A Built-In Cpu And Other Lenses That Can Be Used

    Types of Nikkor Lenses with a Built-in CPU and Other Lenses that Can Be Used Modes Auto focus Lenses D-type AF lenses AF-S, AF-I lenses — (D-type lenses) PC micro 85 mm f/2.8D — AF-I Teleconverter — AF Nikkor lenses other than D-type (excluding lenses for F3AF) Ai-P Nikkor...

  • Page 108: Optional Accessories Guide

    Optional Accessories Guide This section introduces some of the key products in the range of optional accessories available for the FinePix S1 Pro. Many other optional accessories are available to further expand your selection of photographic options. Refer to the catalog for details.

  • Page 109: Pc Card Adapter

    • Dual slot for SmartMedia and CompactFlash Type II (Microdrive-compatible) Carrying Case LC-S1 This is a specially designed carrying case for the FinePix S1 Pro. This case holds the camera body, optional accessories (battery charger, AC power adapter, etc.), the compact flash unit and replacement lenses.

  • Page 110: Explanation Of Terms

    TIFF-YC: White Balance: On the FinePix S1 Pro, pressing the shutter button halfway locks the focus and exposure settings (AF/AE lock). If you want to focus on a subject that is not centered in the frame or change the picture composition after the exposure is set, you can obtain good results by changing the composition after the AF and AE settings are locked.

  • Page 111: Using The Usb Cable And The Software Included

    Load the Media (SmartMedia or Microdrive/ CompactFlash) into the camera ( • When you control picture taking on the FinePix S1 Pro, it is not necessary to load the media. Switch the camera on, press the “MENU/EXE” button and use the “...
  • Page 112 Using the USB Cable and Software Included - continued Plug the small plug on the cable provided into the digital (USB) socket on the camera and then plug the other end of the cable into the USB port on the computer.

  • Page 113: Notes On Using The Finepix S1 Pro

    Do not expose the camera to sand. The FinePix S1 Pro is particularly adversely affected by sand. In sandy locations such as beaches or deserts, or in locations where there is windborne sand, ensure that the camera is not exposed to sand. This can cause faults that may be irreparable.

  • Page 114: Cleaning The Ccd

    Dust inside the camera and on the surface of the CCD • Before a FUJIFILM digital camera is shipped from the factory, it is carefully checked for dust inside the camera and on the surface of the CCD to ensure that it conforms to FUJIFILM standards.

  • Page 115: Determining Whether Cleaning Is Required

    Hold the camera so that the light shines on the CCD and check the CCD surface. • If there is soiling on the CCD surface, contact an authorized FUJIFILM dealer to request cleaning or clean the CCD yourself as described on the next page.

  • Page 116: Cleaning The Ccd

    • If there is soiling on the CCD that cannot be removed using a blower, such as oil or fingermarks, take the camera to an authorized FUJIFILM dealer for cleaning. Never attempt to clean the CCD by wiping it as the CCD is extremely fragile.

  • Page 117: Power Supply Notes

    Power Supply Notes Batteries that Can Be Used • Use AA-size nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH), AA-size Ni-Cd or AA-size alkaline batteries, CR123A lithium batteries and a CR2025 button cell with the FinePix S1 Pro. Do not use AA-size manganese or AA-size lithium batteries as these battery types emit heat that can cause camera faults or malfunctions.

  • Page 118: Notes On Using The Ac Power Adapter (Ac-5Vh) (Sold Separately)

    Notes on Using the AC Power Adapter (AC-5VH) (sold separately) Use only the AC-5VH AC Power Adapter with your FinePix S1 Pro Digital Camera. The use of an AC adapter other than the AC-5VH may result in damage to your camera.

  • Page 119: Notes On Media

    • Do not use or store media in very hot, humid or corrosive environments. Notes on handling SmartMedia • Use only the SmartMedia specified for use with the FinePix S1 Pro. The use of other SmartMedia could damage the camera.
  • Page 120 • Take care that index labels do not overlap into the write-protect area. • If there is any initial product defect in SmartMedia as a result of manufacturing by FUJIFILM, the same number of replacement cards will be provided free of charge. FUJIFILM accepts no liability for faults attributable to other causes.

  • Page 121: Warning Displays

    Warning Displays If a warning is displayed or flashes in the top display panel, viewfinder display, rear display panel or color LCD monitor, check the points described in the table below before requesting repairs. Problem Top display panel Viewfinder display ‡...
  • Page 122 Warning Displays - continued Problem Top display panel Viewfinder display (flashing) ⁄ ⁄ (lit) (lit) ¤ ¤ (lit) (lit) (flashing) (flashing) ‹ ‹ (flashing) (flashing) Cause AF (auto focus) cannot focus the camera. The subject is too bright and is beyond the camera’s control range.
  • Page 123 Problem Rear display panel Color LCD monitor (blinking) (lit) ! READ ERROR ! CARD NOT INITIALIZED ! CARD ERROR ! PROTECTED CARD ! PROTECT ! PROTECT DPOF FRAME ERASE OK? RESET UNMATCHED DPOF OK? ! DPOF FILE ERROR ‹ Cause The AA-size batteries Replace the AA-size are flat.

  • Page 124: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem No power. • The batteries are flat. • The AC power adapter plug has Power cuts out during • The batteries are flat. operation. Battery runs out • You are using the camera in quickly. • The terminals are soiled. •...
  • Page 125 Problem The playback image • The subject is too far away. is too dark even • Something is obstructing the though I used the flash. flash. The playback image • The lens is dirty. is blurred. • The camera is not focused. I cannot format the •...

  • Page 126: Specifications

    *1 The flash does not operate correctly at ISO800 and ISO1600. Use Preview mode to check the exposure when shooting at these film speeds. Specifications Interchangeable-lens SLR-type digital camera • Slot 1: SmartMedia (3.3 V) • Slot 2: Microdrive and CompactFlash (CF type II) Design rule for Camera File System-compliant (Exif Ver.2.1 JPEG-...
  • Page 127 Item Information display Color LCD monitor Video out Digital (USB) DC input Auto Power Off Battery check White balance Playback Erase modes Image quality settings Other Dimensions Mass (Weight) Power Image supply processor Camera Number of shots using batteries*2 Operating conditions Accessories *2 This is a guide to the number of consecutive shots that can be taken at normal temperatures.

  • Page 128: Standard Number Of Available Shots (Recorded Images)

    Compatible Media • This camera is guaranteed to operate with FUJIFILM SmartMedia. • Although FUJIFILM has tested many major types of Microdrives and CompactFlash cards, some media may not be compatible with this camera. Compatible Media (As of July 2000)

  • Page 129: Safety Notes

    Continued use of the camera when an abnormal event occurs, such as the camera emitting smoke or an unusual oder, can cause a fire or electric shock. Unplug from • Contact an authorized FUJIFILM dealer. power socket Do not allow water or foreign objects to enter the camera.
  • Page 130 Safety Notes - continued Do not use this camera in a bathroom or shower. This can cause a fire or electric shock. Do not use in a bathroom or shower Never take pictures while moving. Never use this camera while you are walking or while you are in control of a vehicle such as a car.
  • Page 131 Regularly request internal inspections and cleaning. The buildup of dust inside the camera could cause camera faults or a fire. • Contact an authorized FUJIFILM dealer and request internal cleaning once every two years. When you are not using the camera, fit the lens cap on the lens and store the camera out of direct sunlight.
  • Page 132 26 - 30, Nishiazabu 2 - chome, Minato - ku, Tokyo 106 - 8620, Japan Printed on recycled paper. FGS - 002107 - SZ Printed in Japan...

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