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  • Page 3 !f a child swallows a memory card, rectly as a result the cord and cause a flre or electric shock If the seek medical attention or call an emergency cord is damaged, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. number. Jf\. This icon indicates that death or se Do not place the camera on an unstable surface.
  • Page 4 ..;fi;'_ camera image sensor. any of the following situations arise: FUJIFILM Corporation. The typefaces included . If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin, herein are solely developed by DynaComware clean the area with a cloth and then wash thor- Taiwan Inc.
  • Page 5 FUJIFILM lens-cleaning paper to which a reception, which can be determined by turning • Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms...

  • Page 11: Digital Camera

    Thank you for your purchase of this product. This manual More on Playback describes how to use your FUJIFILM digital camera and the supplied software. Be sure that Movies you have read and understood its contents and the warnings in Connections “For Your Safety”...

  • Page 12: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read Instructions: All the safety and operat- Alternate Warnings: This video product is Power-Cord Protection: Power-supply cords ing instructions should be read before the equipped with a three-wire grounding-type should be routed so that they are not likely appliance is operated plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.

  • Page 13: For Your Safety

    If the video product does not operate nor- mally follow the operating instructions. Ad- Outdoor Antenna Grounding: If an outside Cleaning: Unplug this video product from the just only those controls that are covered by antenna or cable system is connected to the wall outlet before cleaning.

  • Page 14: Safety Notes

    fi re or electric shock. If the CAUTION cord is damaged, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. The icons shown below are used to indicate the nature of the instruc- Do not place the camera on an unstable surface. This can cause the tions which are to be observed.
  • Page 15 Build-up of dust in your camera can cause a fi re or electric This can cause a fi re or electric shock. shock. Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to request internal clean- ing every two years. Please note that this service is not free Do not use this camera in locations aff ected by humidity or dust of charge.
  • Page 16 ■ Charging the Battery ■ Cautions: Handling the Battery The Battery and Power Supply Charge the battery in the supplied battery • Do not transport or store with metal objects charger. Charging times will increase at am- such as necklaces or hairpins. bient temperatures below +10 °C (+50 °F) or •...
  • Page 17 The capacity of Ni-MH batteries may be diff erent types. temporarily reduced when new, after long Use only FUJIFILM AC power adapters desig- • If the camera will not be used for an extend- periods of disuse, or if they are repeatedly nated for use with this camera.
  • Page 18 European countries and China. FUJIFILM Corporation can not accept liability • If liquid crystal is swallowed, rinse your for damages or lost profi ts incurred as a result mouth thoroughly with water.

  • Page 19: About This Manual

    Before using the camera, read this manual and the warnings in “For Your Safe- ty” (P ii). For information on specifi c topics, consult the sources below. P xiii xiii ......P P 88 88 Table of Contents Table of Contents ............P Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ......

  • Page 20: Frequently-Used Buttons

    ■ ■ Deleting Pictures ■ ■ Taking Pictures During Playback Deleting Pictures Taking Pictures During Playback y Press the selector up (b) to display y To return instantly to shooting mode, deletion options. press the shutter button halfway. ■ ■ Turning the Camera on in ■...

  • Page 21: Product Features And Precautions For Use

    The camera complies with JIS Class 8 water resistance and JIS Class 6 (IP68) dust resistance standards, and has passed FUJIFILM drop tests (drop height: 1.5 m/4.9 ft.; impact surface: ply- standards, and has passed FUJIFILM drop tests (drop height: 1.5 m/4.9 ft.; impact surface: ply- wood, thickness 5 cm/2.0 in.) compliant with MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5: Shock.
  • Page 22 (a fee is charged for this service). Contact your retailer or a seal replaced about once a year (a fee is charged for this service). Contact your retailer or a FUJIFILM-authorized repair technician for more information. FUJIFILM-authorized repair technician for more information.

  • Page 23: Table Of Contents

    ..............ii Basic Photography and Playback Basic Photography and Playback IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........ii ..19 Safety Notes ..............iv .............23 ............ix More on Photography More on Photography ..........x ......xi ..............24 Choosing a Shooting Mode ..........24 Before You Begin Before You Begin Shooting Mode Options ..........25 ..........1 ..........27 ............1...
  • Page 24 More on Playback More on Playback Connections Connections .............37 ...........48 I Favorites: Rating Pictures .........37 ..........49 Playback Zoom ...............38 Printing the DPOF Print Order.........51 Multi-Frame Playback ............39 ........53 ............40 Windows: Installing MyFinePix Studio ......53 ............41 Macintosh: Installing FinePixViewer.......55 ............42 Connecting the Camera ..........57 Creating a PhotoBook.............42 Menus Menus...
  • Page 25 ........67 ..............76 Using the Playback Menu ..........67 Using the Setup Menu ............76 Playback Menu Options ..........67 Setup Menu Options ............77 ..........67 .............77 ............67 ...........77 L a ............77 ..............67 ..............68 ............77 ..........69 ..............78 ............70 ..............78 ..........71 ............78 ..............71 ............79 ..............72 .............80 ..............72 ..........80 ............73...
  • Page 26 Technical Notes Technical Notes Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ............84 ..........88 Accessories from FUJIFILM..........85 ........94 .............86 Appendix Appendix Storage and Use .............86 ..............98 Cleaning .................87 ....101 Traveling ................87 ..............102...

  • Page 27: Before You Begin Symbols And Conventions

    The following symbols are used in this manual: Q : This information should be read before use to ensure correct operation. R : Additional information that may be helpful when using the camera. P : Other pages in this manual on which related information may be found. Menus and other text in the LCD monitor are shown in .

  • Page 28: Parts Of The Camera

    For more information, refer to the page listed to the right of each item. Selector button Move cursor up ) button (P 32) ) button (P x) MENU/OK button Move cursor left Move cursor right ) button (P 33) ) button (P 34) Move cursor down ) button (P 36)
  • Page 29 Zoom control ............20, 38 Strap eyelet ..............1 Shutter button .............. 21 Battery-chamber cover latch ........9, 12 button ............. 16 Connector cover latch ........48, 49, 57 ON/OFF Flash ................34 DISP (display)/BACK button ........6, 18 o (silent mode) button Self-timer lamp ............36 ..........x LED illuminator .............

  • Page 30: Camera Displays

    The following types of indicator may be displayed during shooting and play- back. Indicators vary with camera settings. ■ Movie quality ..............45 Number of available frames ........101 Sensitivity ..............61 Image size and quality ..........62, 63 FINEPIX color ..............63 White balance ...............

  • Page 31: Playback

    ■ Playback mode indicator..........23, 37 Intelligent Face Detection indicator ......29, 71 100-0001 100-0001 Red-eye removal indicator ..........71 Portrait enhancer ............25 4:3N Silent mode indicator ..........3, 77 Gift image ..............37 YouTube Frame number .............. 79 Mark for upload to ............69 12 / 31 / 2050 12 / 31 / 2050 10 : 00 AM...
  • Page 32 Hiding and Viewing Indicators Hiding and Viewing Indicators Press DISP/BACK to cycle through shooting and playback indicators as follows: • Shooting: Indicators displayed/indicators hidden/best framing • Playback: Indicators displayed/indicators hidden/I favorites...

  • Page 33: First Steps Charging The Battery

    The battery is not charged at shipment. Charge the battery before use. Insert the battery in the orientation indicated by the CBD labels. The camera uses an NP-45A recharge- able battery. Plug the charger into a power outlet. The charging indicator will light. The Charging Indicator The Charging Indicator The charging indicator shows battery charge status as follows:...
  • Page 34 Remove the battery when charging is complete. See the specifi cations (P 106) for charging times (note that charging times increase at low tem- peratures). Q Unplug the charger when it is not in use.

  • Page 35: Inserting The Battery And A Memory Card

    Although the camera can store pictures in internal memory, optional SD, SDHC, and SDXC (sold separately) can be used to store addi- tional pictures. After charging the battery, insert the battery and memory card as described below. Press the latch as shown. R Be sure the camera is off before opening the battery-chamber cover.
  • Page 36 Insert the battery with the terminal fi rst and in the orientation shown by the label inside the battery chamber, keeping the battery latch pressed to one side. Confi rm that the battery is securely latched. Q Insert the battery in the correct orientation. The battery will slide in easily in the correct orientation.
  • Page 37 Holding the memory card in the orientation shown at right, slide it in until it clicks into place at the back of the slot. Q Be sure card is in the correct orientation; do not insert at an angle or use force. If the mem- ory card is not correctly inserted or no mem- ory card is inserted, will appear in the LCD...
  • Page 38 Before closing the cover, check to confi rm that there is no dust, sand, or other foreign matter on the water-resistant seal or adja- cent surfaces. Confi rming That the Cover Is Latched Confi rming That the Cover Is Latched •...
  • Page 39 Removing the Battery and Memory Card Removing the Battery and Memory Card Before removing the battery or memory card, and press the latch to open the battery-chamber cover. To remove the battery, press the battery latch to the side, and slide the battery out of the camera as shown.

  • Page 40: Compatible Memory Cards

    ■ FUJIFILM and SanDisk SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards have been ap- proved for use in the camera. A complete list of approved memory cards is available at Operation is not guaranteed with other cards. The camera can not be used with or ulti edia ard (MMC) devices.
  • Page 41 • The data in internal memory may be erased or corrupted when the camera is re- paired. 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.

  • Page 42: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Press the ON/OFF button to turn the To turn the camera on and begin camera on. playback, press the a button for about a second. Press ON/OFF again to turn the camera off . Press the a button again or press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera R R Switching to Playback Mode Switching to Playback Mode...
  • Page 43 Q Fingerprints and other marks on the protective glass covering the lens can aff ect pictures. Keep the glass clean. Q The button does not completely end the supply of power to the camera. ON/OFF R R Auto Power Off Auto Power Off The camera will turn off automatically if no operations are performed for the length of time selected for M...

  • Page 44: Basic Setup

    A language-selection dialog is displayed the fi rst time the camera is turned on. Set up the camera as described below (you can reset the clock or change languages at any time using the F or L a options in the setup menu;...

  • Page 45: Basic Photography And Playback

    This section describes how to take pictures in Q Q (scene recognition scene recognition) mode. The camera automatically analyzes the composition and adjusts settings ap- propriately. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera on. Q shooting indicators will be displayed. Icon Icon This icon indicates that the camera continuously searches for faces to select the...
  • Page 46 Use the zoom control to frame the picture in the display. Holding the Camera 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 (under- exposed), keep your fi ngers and other objects away from the fl ash and from the protective glass covering the lens.
  • Page 47 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. R The lens may make a noise when the camera focuses; this is normal. If the camera is able to focus, it will beep twice and the in- dicator lamp will glow green. If the camera is unable to focus, the focus frame will turn red, will be dis- played, and the indicator lamp will blink green.
  • Page 48 Smoothly press the shutter button the rest of the way down to take the picture. R If the subject is poorly lit, the fl ash may fi re when the pic- ture is taken. For information on using the fl ash when lighting is poor, see “...

  • Page 49: Viewing Pictures

    Pictures can be viewed in the LCD monitor. When taking important photo- graphs, take a test shot and check the results. The most recent picture will be displayed. Press the selector right to view pictures in the order recorded, left to view pictures in reverse order.

  • Page 50: More On Photography Shooting Mode

    Choose a shooting mode according to the scene or type of subject. Press MENU/OK to display the shooting menu. Highlight and press the SHOOTING MENU SHOOTING MODE selector right to display shooting mode options. EXIT Highlight the desired mode and press MENU/OK. Q SCENE RECOGNITION Selects optimum camera settings...

  • Page 51: Shooting Mode Options

    Mode Mode Description Description The camera automatically analyzes the composition and selects a scene Q SCENE RECOGNITION SCENE RECOGNITION according to shooting conditions and the type of subject. Choose for crisp, clear snapshots. This mode is recommended in most AUTO AUTO situations.
  • Page 52 Mode Mode Description Description UNDERWATER UNDERWATER Choose for underwater photography. UNDER WATER UNDER WATER Choose for wide-angle underwater shots that include more of the back- (WIDE) (WIDE) ground behind the main subject. UNDER WATER UNDER WATER Choose for underwater close-ups of small objects. (MACRO) (MACRO) PARTY...

  • Page 53: Motion Panorama

    ■ In this mode, you can take up to three pictures and join them together to form a panorama. Use of a tripod is recommended to assist in composing overlapping shots. Press the selector up to select a frame. Press the selector left or right to highlight a pan direction and press MENU/OK.
  • Page 54 Take the last shot as described in Step 3. R To end shooting and create a panorama after the fi rst or second shot, press the multi selector up after completing Step 2 or Step 3 and proceed to Step 5. Press MENU/OK to save the picture.

  • Page 55: Intelligent Face Detection

    Intelligent Face Detection sets focus and exposure for human faces anywhere in the frame, preventing the camera from focusing on the background in group portraits. Choose for shots that emphasize portrait subjects. To use Intelligent Face Detection, press MENU/OK to display the shooting menu and select (P 65).

  • Page 56: Focus Lock

    To compose photographs with off -center subjects: Focus: Position the subject in the focus frame (U) and press the shutter button halfway to lock focus and exposure. Focus and exposure will remain locked while the shutter button is pressed halfway (AF/AE lock).
  • Page 57 Autofocus 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, focus on another subject at the same distance and use focus lock to recompose the photograph. •...

  • Page 58: Exposure Compensation

    To adjust exposure compensation when photo- graphing very bright, very dark, or high-contrast subjects, press the selector up (d). Press the selec- tor up or down to choose an exposure compensa- tion value and then press MENU/OK. R A d icon and exposure indicator are displayed at settings other than ±0. Exposure compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off ;...

  • Page 59: F Macro Mode (Close-Ups)

    For close-ups, press the selector left ( ) and select . When macro mode is in eff ect, the camera fo- cuses on subjects near the center of the frame. Use the zoom control to compose pictures (P 20). To exit macro mode, press the selector left ( ) and select R Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur caused by camera shake.

  • Page 60: N Using The Flash (Intelligent Flash)

    When the fl ash is used, the camera’s 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 pre- serving the eff ects of ambient background lighting, even in dimly-lit indoor scenes.
  • Page 61 R If the fl ash will fi re, will be displayed when the shutter button is pressed halfway. At slow shutter speeds, will appear in the display to warn that pictures may be blurred; use of a tripod is recommended. R The fl ash may fi re several times with each shot.

  • Page 62: Using The Self-Timer

    To use the self-timer, press the selector down (h) and choose from the following options: Option Option Description Description Self-timer off . The camera starts the timer when it detects two portrait subjects close together. Press the selector up to choose how close the subjects must be together before the timer starts (the more hearts, the closer the subjects must be together).

  • Page 63: More On Playback Playback Options

    To view the most recent picture in the LCD monitor, press the a button. 100-0001 100-0001 Press the selector right to view pictures in the order recorded, left to view pictures in reverse order. Keep the selector pressed to scroll rapidly to the desired frame.

  • Page 64: Playback Zoom

    Select T to zoom in on pictures displayed in single-frame playback; select W to zoom out. When the picture is zoomed in, the selector can be used to view areas of the image not currently visible in the display. Press DISP/BACK to exit zoom. R The maximum zoom ratio varies with image size.

  • Page 65: Multi-Frame Playback

    Selecting W when a picture is shown full-frame in the LCD monitor displays the current image with previous and following images in the background. Select W to increase the number of images displayed to two, nine, or one hundred, T to view fewer images. 100-0001 100-0001 When two or more images are displayed, use the selector to highlight images...

  • Page 66: A Deleting Pictures

    To delete individual pictures, multiple selected PLAYBACK MENU ERASE BACK pictures, or all pictures, press MENU/OK, select FRAME SELECTED FRAMES ALL FRAMES (P 67), and choose from the options be- low. Option Option Description Description Press the selector left or right to scroll through pictures and press MENU/OK FRAME FRAME to delete the current picture (a confi rmation dialog is not displayed).

  • Page 67: Image Search

    Search for pictures. Select b in the playback menu (P 67), highlight one of the following search criteria, and press MENU/OK: • BY DATE: Search by date. • BY FACE: Search for faces from the face recognition database. • BY FAVORITES: Search by rating.

  • Page 68: Photobook Assist

    Create books from your favorite photos. for k Select in the playback menu (P 67) and choose from the following options: • SELECT FROM ALL: Choose from all available pictures. • SELECT BY IMAGE SEARCH: Choose from pictures matching selected search conditions (P 41).

  • Page 69: Viewing Photobooks

    Highlight a book in the photobook assist menu and press MENU/OK to display the book, then press the selector left or right to scroll through the pictures. Display the photobook and press MENU/OK. The following options will be dis- played; select the desired option and follow the on-screen instructions. •...

  • Page 70: Viewing Panoramas

    If you press the selector down when a panorama is displayed full frame, the camera will play back the picture from left to right. To pause playback, press the selector down; press the selector down again to resume. To exit to full- frame playback, press the selector up while panorama playback is in progress.

  • Page 71: Movies

    Press t to shoot a movie. During recording, and the time remaining will be displayed in the LCD monitor and sound will be recorded via the built-in microphone (be careful not to cover the microphone during recording). To end recording, press the t button again. Recording ends automatically when the movie reaches maximum length or memory is full.
  • Page 72 Q The indicator lamp lights while movies are being recorded. Do not open the bat- tery chamber during shooting or while the indicator lamp is lit. Failure to observe this precaution could prevent the movie from being played back. Q Vertical or horizontal streaks may appear in movies containing very bright subjects. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

  • Page 73: Viewing Movies

    During playback, movies are displayed in the LCD monitor 100-006 100-006 as shown at right. The following operations can be per- formed while a movie is displayed: Option Option Description Description PLAY Start/pause Start/pause Press the selector down to start playback. Press again to playback playback pause.

  • Page 74: Connections Viewing Pictures On Tv

    Connect the camera to a TV to show pictures to a group. Turn the camera off and connect an optional A/V cable as shown below. Q When connecting cables, be sure the connectors are fully inserted. Q Be sure the battery-chamber cover is open before attempting to open or close the connector cover.

  • Page 75: Printing Pictures Via Usb

    If the printer supports PictBridge, the camera can be connected directly to the printer as shown below and pictures can be printed without fi rst being copied to a computer. Note that depending on the printer, not all the functions described below may be supported. Connect the supplied USB cable as shown and turn the printer on.
  • Page 76 Press MENU/OK to start printing. Printing can be interrupted by pressing DISP/BACK, but note that some printers may not respond immediately. If the printer stops before printing is complete, turn the camera off and then on again. After confi rming that has cleared from the camera display, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB csable.

  • Page 77: Printing The Dpof Print Order

    The K option in the playback menu can be used to create a digital “print order” for PictBridge-compatible printers (P 84) or de- vices that support DPOF. DPOF DPOF DPOF ( igital rint rder ormat) is a standard that allows pictures to be printed from “print orders”...
  • Page 78 Press the selector up or down to choose the number of copies (up to 99). To remove a picture from the print order, press the selector down until the number of copies is zero. Repeat Steps 4–5 to complete the print order and press MENU/OK when settings are complete.

  • Page 79: Viewing Pictures On A Computer

    The supplied software can be used to copy pictures to a computer, where they can be stored, viewed, organized, and printed. Before proceeding, install the software as described below. Confi rm that the computer meets the following system requirements: Windows 7 Windows 7 Windows Vista Windows Vista...
  • Page 80 Exit any applications that may be running and insert the installer CD in a CD-ROM drive. Windows 7/Windows Vista Windows 7/Windows Vista If an AutoPlay dialog is displayed, click . A “User Account Control” dialog will then be displayed; click (Windows 7) or (Windows Vista).

  • Page 81: Macintosh: Installing Finepixviewer

    Confi rm that the computer meets the following system requirements: PowerPC or Intel Pre-installed copies of Mac OS X version 10.3.9–10.6 (visit OS OS for more information) 256 MB or more A minimum of 200 MB required for installation with 400 MB available when Free disk space Free disk space FinePixViewer is running...
  • Page 82 Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive. Note that you may be unable to remove the CD if Safari is running; if necessary, quit Safari before removing the CD. Store the installer CD in a dry location out of direct sun- light in case you need to re-install the software.

  • Page 83: Connecting The Camera

    If the pictures you wish to copy are stored on a memory card, insert the card into the camera. R Windows users may require the Windows CD when starting the software for the fi rst time. Q Loss of power during transfer could result in loss of data or damage to internal memory or the memory card.
  • Page 84 For more information on using the supplied software, start the application and select the appropriate option from the menu. Q If a memory card containing a large number of images is inserted, there may be a delay before the software starts and you may be unable to import or save images. Use a memory card reader to transfer pictures.
  • Page 85 Disconnecting the Camera Disconnecting the Camera After confi rming that the indicator lamp is out, follow the on-screen instructions to turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. Uninstalling the Supplied Software Uninstalling the Supplied Software Only uninstall the supplied software when it is no longer required or before begin- ning reinstallation.

  • Page 86: Menus

    To display the shooting menu, press MENU/OK in shooting mode. Highlight items and press the se- lector right to view options, then highlight an op- tion and press MENU/OK. Press DISP/BACK to exit when settings are complete. The options available vary with the shooting mode selected.

  • Page 87: N Iso

    AUTO) AUTO) Control the camera’s sensitivity to light. Higher values can reduce blur; note, however, that mot- tling may appear in pictures taken at high sensitivities. 3200 3200 Bright Bright Scene Scene Dark Dark Less noticeable Less noticeable Noise (mottling) Noise (mottling) More noticeable More noticeable...

  • Page 88: O Image Size

    O 4:3) 4:3) Choose the image size and aspect ratio at which pictures are record- ed. Large pictures can be printed at large sizes with no drop in quality, while small pictures require less memory, allowing more pictures to be recorded.

  • Page 89: T Image Quality

    N) N) Choose how much image fi les are compressed. Option Option Description Description FINE FINE Low compression. Select for higher image quality. NORMAL NORMAL High compression. Select this option to store more pictures. c ) ) Enhance contrast and color saturation or take pictures in black and white. Option Option Description...

  • Page 90: D White Balance

    AUTO) AUTO) For natural colors, choose a setting that matches the light source. Option Option Description Description AUTO AUTO White balance adjusted automatically. For subjects in direct sunlight. For subjects in the shade. Use under “daylight” fl uorescent lights. Use under “warm white” fl uorescent lights. Use under “cool white”...

  • Page 91: R Continuous

    OFF) OFF) Capture motion in a series of pictures. Option Option Description Description I ON ON The camera takes up to 3 pictures while the shutter button is pressed. One photograph is taken each time the shutter button is pressed. R R Focus and exposure are determined by the fi rst frame in each series.

  • Page 92: F Af Mode

    This option controls how the camera selects the focus area. Regardless of the option selected, the camera will focus on the subject in the center of the LCD monitor when macro mode is on. Option Option Description Description r CENTER The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.

  • Page 93: Using The Menus: Playback Mode

    To display the playback menu, press MENU/OK in play- back mode. Highlight items and press the selector right to view options, then highlight an option and press MENU/OK. Press DISP/BACK to exit when settings are complete. Create books from your favorite photos (P 42). Search for pictures (P 41).

  • Page 94: N Edit

    Create a retouched copy of the current picture. Display the desired picture. Select in the playback menu and choose from the following options: Option Option Description Description CROP CROP Crop the copy. ASPECT RATIO ASPECT RATIO Choose the aspect ratio. BRIGHTNESS BRIGHTNESS Adjust brightness.

  • Page 95: Mark For Upload To

    Select pictures for upload to YouTube or Facebook using MyFinePix Studio (Windows only). ■ Selecting Pictures for Upload Select to choose movies for upload to YouTube, to choose photos and movies for upload to Facebook. Press the selector left or right to display pictures and press MENU/OK to select or deselect. Press DISP/BACK to exit when all the desired pictures are selected.

  • Page 96: I Slide Show

    View pictures in an automated slide show. Choose the type of show and press MENU/OK to start. Press DISP/BACK at any time during the show to view on-screen help. The show can be ended at any time by pressing MENU/OK. Option Option Description...

  • Page 97: Bred Eye Removal

    If the current picture is marked with a g icon to indicate that it was taken with Intelligent Face Detection, this option can be used to remove red-eye. The camera will analyze the image; if red- eye is detected, the image will be processed to create a copy with reduced red-eye. Display the desired picture.

  • Page 98: G Crop

    Create a cropped copy of the current picture. Display the desired picture. Select G in the playback menu. Use the zoom control to zoom in and out and use the selector to scroll the picture until the desired portion is displayed. Press MENU/OK to display a confi rmation dialog.

  • Page 99: C Image Rotate

    Rotate pictures taken in tall orientation so that they are displayed in tall orientation in the LCD monitor. Display the desired picture. Select C in the playback menu. Press the selector down to rotate the picture 90 ° clockwise, up to rotate it 90 ° counterclock- wise.

  • Page 100: S Transition

    OFF) OFF) Choose the transition between images during playback. Option Option Description Description WIPE WIPE Choose for a wipe transition between images. SLIDE-IN SLIDE-IN Images slide into the display. FADE-IN FADE-IN The next image fades in as the previous image fades out. No transition between frames.

  • Page 101: Movie Join

    Add existing footage to the end of the current movie to create an edited copy. Display the desired movie. Select in the playback menu. Press the selector left or right to highlight a movie. Press MENU/OK to add the highlighted footage to the end of the current movie and save the resulting copy, or press DISP/BACK to exit without creating a copy.

  • Page 102: The Setup Menu

    1.1 Press MENU/OK to display the menu for the cur- rent mode. 1.2 Press the selector left to highlight the tab for the current menu. 1.3 Press the selector down to highlight X. SET-UP EXIT 1.4 Press the selector right to place the cursor in the setup menu. Highlight items and press the selector right to view options, then highlight an option and press MENU/OK.

  • Page 103: Setup Menu Options

    Set the camera clock (P 18). h ) ) Switch the camera clock instantly from your home time zone to the local time at your destina- tion when traveling. To specify the diff erence between local time and your home time zone: Highlight g and press the selector right.

  • Page 104: R Reset

    Reset all settings except F , and Q to de- fault values. Highlight R and press the selector right to display a confi rmation dialog. Highlight and press MENU/OK. If a memory card is inserted in the camera, this option will format the memory card. If no mem- ory card is inserted, this option will format internal memory.

  • Page 105: Bframe No

    CONT.) CONT.) New pictures are stored in image fi les named using a four-digit fi le number assigned by adding one to the last fi le number used. The fi le 100-0001 100-0001 number is displayed during playback as shown at right. B controls whether fi le numbering is reset to 0001 when a new memory card is inserted or the current memory card or internal memory is for- matted.

  • Page 106: Goperation Vol

    c ) ) Adjust the volume of the sounds produced when camera controls are operated. Choose f (mute) to disable control sounds. c ) ) Adjust the volume of the sounds produced when the shutter is released. Choose f (mute) to disable the shutter sound.

  • Page 107: E Lcd Mode

    U ON) Choose whether the display automatically dims to save power in shooting mode. This option does not take eff ect during playback. Option Option Description Description The display dims to save power if no operations are performed for a few U POWER SAVE ON POWER SAVE ON seconds.

  • Page 108: D Digital Zoom

    OFF) OFF) is selected, selecting T at the maximum optical zoom position will trigger digital zoom, further magnifying the image. The Zoom Indicator The Zoom Indicator Q Q Digital zoom produces lower quality images than optical zoom. Digital zoom produces lower quality images than optical zoom. OFF) OFF) Select...

  • Page 109: Q Video System

    NTSC) NTSC) Choose a video mode for connection to a TV. SECAM is not supported. Option Option Description Description Select this mode for connection to video devices in North America, the Carib- NTSC NTSC bean, parts of Latin America, and some East Asian countries. Select this mode for connection to video devices in the United Kingdom and much of Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and parts of Asia and Africa.

  • Page 110: Technical Notes Optional Accessories

    The camera supports a wide range of accessories from FUJIFILM and other manufacturers. DIGITAL CAMERA ■ ■ Printing ■ ■ Audio/Visual Printing Audio/Visual FINEPIX XP20 Series A/V cable USB cable HDMI cable † ■ ■ Computer Related † SDXC cards not supported.

  • Page 111: Accessories From Fujifilm

    The following optional accessories are available from FUJIFILM. For the lat- est information on the accessories available in your region, check with your local FUJIFILM representative or visit Rechargeable Rechargeable NP-45A: Additional large-capacity NP-45A rechargeable Li-ion batteries Li-ion batteries batteries can be purchased as required.

  • Page 112: Caring For The Camera

    To ensure continued enjoyment of the product, observe the following pre- cautions. ■ If the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery Sudden increases in temperature, and memory card. Do not store or such as occur when entering a heated use the camera in locations that are: building on a cold day, can cause con- •...

  • Page 113: Cleaning

    LCD monitor, then gently wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Any remaining stains can be removed by wiping gently with a piece of FUJIFILM lens-cleaning paper to which a small amount of lens-cleaning fl uid has been applied. Care should be taken to avoid scratching the protective glass or LCD monitor.

  • Page 114: Troubleshooting

    Water in the camera Water in the camera under water: Take the camera to a FUJIFILM-authorized service technician for repairs. Do not turn under water: Take the camera to a FUJIFILM-authorized service technician for repairs. Do not turn the camera on.
  • Page 115 : The battery has reached the end of its charg- charge. charge. ing life. Purchase a new battery. If the battery still fails to charge, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. ing life. Purchase a new battery. If the battery still fails to charge, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Menus and Displays...
  • Page 116 Problem Problem Solution Solution P 33). • • The subject is close to the camera The subject is close to the camera: Select macro mode ( : Select macro mode (P 33). The camera does not The camera does not P 33).
  • Page 117 Problem Problem Solution Solution • • The desired fl ash mode is not available in the current shooting mode The desired fl ash mode is not available in the current shooting mode: Choose a diff erent : Choose a diff erent Some fl ash modes are Some fl ash modes are P 24).
  • Page 118 Playback Problem Problem Solution Solution Pictures are grainy. Pictures are grainy. The pictures were taken with a diff erent make or model of camera. The pictures were taken with a diff erent make or model of camera. Playback zoom is unavail- Playback zoom is unavail- The current picture is a resized copy with a size of a a .
  • Page 119 P 9). 9). The camera does not The camera does not P 9). If the problem persists, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Remove and reinsert the battery ( Remove and reinsert the battery (P 9). If the problem persists, contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

  • Page 120: Warning Messages And Displays

    Camera malfunction. Turn the camera off and then on again, taking care not to touch the lens. If TURN OFF THE CAMERA TURN OFF THE CAMERA the message persists, contact a FUJIFILM dealer. the message persists, contact a FUJIFILM dealer. AND TURN ON AGAIN AND TURN ON AGAIN •...
  • Page 121 Memory card error or connection error: Reinsert the card or turn the camera off and then : Reinsert the card or turn the camera off and then on again. If the message persists, contact a FUJIFILM dealer. on again. If the message persists, contact a FUJIFILM dealer.
  • Page 122 Warning Warning Description Description The camera has run out of frame numbers (current frame number is 999-9999). Format the The camera has run out of frame numbers (current frame number is 999-9999). Format the memory card and select memory card and select for for in the setup menu.
  • Page 123 Warning Warning Description Description No memory card inserted when No memory card inserted when is selected in the playback menu. Insert a memory is selected in the playback menu. Insert a memory NO CARD NO CARD card. card. NO IMAGE NO IMAGE The source selected for The source selected for...

  • Page 124: Appendix

    The following tips and tricks will help you get the most from your camera. Battery Performance Battery Performance Choose the following settings for improved battery performance: • (P 65): (P 66): r • • (P 66): • E (P 81): U •...
  • Page 125 Intelligent Face Detection Intelligent Face Detection When is selected for (P 65), you can: is selected for A • Zoom in on faces when Shooting Shooting (P 78). for B • Remove red-eye by selecting (P 81). • Zoom in on faces during slide shows (P 70) or by pressing the selector Playback Playback down during playback.
  • Page 126 Pro Tips Pro Tips • To photograph the same scene both with and without the fl ash, select C (P 24). Use multi-frame playback (P 39) to compare the two shots. • To photograph subjects that are in motion, select x (P 66).

  • Page 127: Internal Memory/Memory Card Capacity

    The following table shows the recording time or number of pictures available at diff erent image sizes. All fi gures are approximate; fi le size varies with the scene recorded, producing wide variations in the number of fi les that can be stored.

  • Page 128: Specifi Cations

    System Model Model Digital Camera FinePix XP20 Series Digital Camera FinePix XP20 Series Eff ective pixels Eff ective pixels 14.2 million 14.2 million 2.3 2.3 -in. square pixel CCD with primary color fi lter -in. square pixel CCD with primary color fi lter...
  • Page 129 System Sensitivity Sensitivity Standard output sensitivity equivalent to ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200; AUTO Standard output sensitivity equivalent to ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200; AUTO Metering Metering 256-segment 256-segment hrough- hrough- he- he- ens Exposure control Exposure control Programmed AE Programmed AE...
  • Page 130 System Off , 2 sec., 10 sec., a a ( ( ), ), g g ( ( Self-timer Self-timer Off , 2 sec., 10 sec., Flash Flash Auto fl ash; eff ective range when sensitivity is set to Auto fl ash; eff ective range when sensitivity is set to AUTO AUTO is approx.
  • Page 131 Power supply/other Power supply Power supply NP-45A rechargeable battery NP-45A rechargeable battery Battery life Battery life Battery type Battery type Approximate number of frames Approximate number of frames NP-45A (type supplied with camera) NP-45A (type supplied with camera) CIPA standard, measured in CIPA standard, measured in mode using battery supplied with camera and SD mem- mode using battery supplied with camera and SD mem-...
  • Page 132 NP-45A rechargeable battery Nominal voltage Nominal voltage DC 3.7 V DC 3.7 V Nominal capacity Nominal capacity 720 mAh 720 mAh Operating temperature Operating temperature 0 °C – +40 °C/+32 °F – +104 °F 0 °C – +40 °C/+32 °F – +104 °F Dimensions Dimensions 31.0 mm ×...
  • Page 133 ■ ■ Notices Notices • Specifi cations subject to change without notice. FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting from errors in this manual. • Although the LCD monitor is manufactured using advanced high-precision technol- ogy, small bright points and anomalous colors may appear, particularly in the vicinity of text.
  • Page 134 The options available in each shooting mode are listed below. Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Option Option C C D ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ AUTO AUTO B OFF...

  • Page 135: Restrictions On Camera Settings

    Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Option Option C C D ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔...
  • Page 136 7-3, AKASAKA 9-CHOME, MINATO-KU, TOKYO 107-0052, JAPAN http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/index.html...
  • Page 138 FUJIFILM 1nePix CD FINEPIX XP20 Series Copyright@ 2011 FUJIFILM Corporatfort rights reserved.
  • Page 139 USA ONLY PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE BEFORE CONTACTING FUJIFILM Many questions regarding technical issues, product information, warranties, parts and service can be answered by visiting our website at www.fujifilmusa.com If you are experiencing technical problems or need product information,...
  • Page 140 ·2 Notre politique de garantie peut etre trouvee sur notre site Web au www.fujifilm.ca Need Help? Do not return your camera to the store. Visit us online at www.fujihelp.ca to find Frequently Asked Questions, Manuals and Software Downloads as well as E-mail Support.
  • Page 142 OR USAGE OF TRADE. ALL ACCESSORIES ARE SOLD "AS IS." SOME STATES PROHIBIT OR LIMIT THE DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THIS PARAGRAPH MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. In no event will FUJIFILM or its authorized dealers be liable for any lost profits or special, consequential or incidental damages even if such damages result from negligence or other fault.

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