FujiFilm FINEPIX JZ500 Series User Manual
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  • Page 1 FUJ~FILM 8821302-100 DIGITAL CAMERA JZ500/JZ51 FINEPIX 0 Series JZ300/JZ31 FINEPIX 0 Series User Guide Restrictions Worldwide Network For information on related products, visit our website at http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digitoLcomeros/index.html...
  • Page 2 Reset the camera setting (see page 78 of the supplied Owner's Manual (CD)). Battery charger Visit Fujifilm website (http://www.fujifilm. com/), and check support information. Plug the charger in. Plug the charger into a power outlet. The Supplied Accessories charging indicator will light.
  • Page 3 Insert the battery. [!]Caution Insert the battery with the terminals first and Be sure card is in correct orientation; do not insert at an angle or use force. the orange stripe aligned with the orange battery latch. Slide the battery into the Close the battery-chamber cover.
  • Page 4 Select SRMIi'e) mode. Basic Setup SRMlj'el Rotate the mode dial to A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Set up the camera as described below. Choose a language. Frame a picture using the zoom control. Select '...
  • Page 5 Viewing Pictures Deleting Pictures *;:< To delete the picture currently Pictures can be viewed in the monitor. When displayed in the monitor, press the taking important photographs, take a test shot selector up (mi). The follOWing and check the results. dialog will be displayed.
  • Page 6 SCENE RECOGNITION Choosing the Frame Size ./l) MENU/OK To choose the frame size, press Simply by pointing the camera to the subject, QUALITY. select the camera automatically analyzes and selects Choose a pixel size in the following: the most appropriate setting using scene ·...
  • Page 7 Viewing Movies During playback, movies are displayed in the monitor as shown at right. Press the selector down to start playback. Press again to pause..jiiiiiiiiii.-:::l (";a;;;;""""';;;;;'" ...,:;::;;;; .. "... , .;;::;;;j" • Progress bar •• y . , · Press the selector up to end playback.
  • Page 8 Notes on the Grant: FCC Statement To comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this product must be used with a Fujifilm-specified ferrite-core AN This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. cable, USB cable, and DC supply cord.
  • Page 9 Build-up of dust in your camera can cause afire or electric shock These actions could damage the cord and cause afire or electric shock • Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to request internal cleaning every 2 years • If the cord is damaged, contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
  • Page 10 • Plug the connection cord plug securely into the DC inputterminal the numberofimages. Carefully wipe the battery terminals with asoft dry cloth before • Turn offthe FUJIFILM Digital camera before disconnecting the cord from the DC input loading. terminal. To disconnect, pull out the plug gently Do not pull on the cord.
  • Page 11 Restrictions on Camera Settings Some restrictions shown below may vary depending on the shooting conditions. Selectable options for vary depending on the model you purchased. t/ • Available Shooting mode SPl/SP2 r ": I>, v..V· Flash I . . · . · . . ' v v"·...
  • Page 12 FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network Contact your local distributor (see list below) for repairs and technical support. Please present the warranty and purchase receipt when requesting repairs; refer to the warranty card for the conditions of the warranty. Technical support may not be available for models not handled by the local distributor. The following information is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 13 More on Photography Thank you for your purchase of this product. This manual describes how More on Playback to use your FUJIFILM FinePix JZ500/ JZ510 series, FinePix JZ300/JZ310 Movies series digital camera and the supplied software. Be sure that you have read...
  • Page 14: Notes And Cautions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read Instructions: All the safety your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat manufacturer’s instructions have of the appliance should follow the and operating instructions should the safety purpose of the polarized been adhered to. manufacturer’s instructions, and be read before the appliance is plug.
  • Page 15 Power Lines: An outside antenna Never spill liquid of any kind on the those controls that are covered system should not be located in the video product. by the operating instructions as vicinity of overhead power lines or an improper adjustment of other Lightning: For added protection for other electric light or power circuits, controls may result in damage and...
  • Page 16: Safety Notes

    These actions could damage the cord and cause a fire or electric shock. • If the cord is damaged, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Triangular icons tell you that this information requires attention (“important”). Do not place the camera on an unstable surface.
  • Page 17 Build-up of dust in your camera can cause a fire or electric shock. • Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to request internal cleaning every 2 years. Do not use this camera in locations affected by oil fumes, steam, humidity or dust.
  • Page 18 ■ take care not to place the battery Battery Life • Dispose of used battery promptly. Power Supply and Battery * Confirm your battery type before reading directly against the pad. The At normal temperatures, the battery • Do not drop the battery or the following descriptions.
  • Page 19 “memory unusable even after recharging. • Turn off the FUJIFILM Digital • Since batteries do not work well in effect”. Ni-MH batteries that • Ni-MH batteries will self-discharge camera before disconnecting the cold weather or locations, warm are “deactivated”...
  • Page 20 Wipe the area with a cloth and trademarks of the respective • FUJIFILM Corporation cannot then wash thoroughly with soap companies. accept liability for any incidental and running water. ■...
  • Page 21: About This Manual

    Before using the camera, read this Owner’s Manual and the other supplied documents. For information on specific topics, consult the sources below. ✔ ✔ Camera Q & A ✔ ✔ Table of Contents Camera Q & A ......................pg. x pg.
  • Page 22: Camera Q & A

    Find items by task. Question Question Key phrase Key phrase See page See page How do I set the camera clock? Date and time Can I set the clock to local time when I travel? Time difference How do I keep the display from turning off automatically? Auto power off How do I make the display brighter or darker? LCD brightness...
  • Page 23: Table Of Contents

    Question Question Key phrase Key phrase See page See page How many pictures can I take? Memory capacity k mode Is there a quick and easy way to take snapshots? How can I avoid blurred pictures? Dual IS mode How can I make good portraits? Intelligent Face Detection Can I choose my own settings for different scenes? Scene position...
  • Page 24 Question Question Key phrase Key phrase See page See page How do I view my pictures? Single-frame playback The I button How do I delete the current picture? Can I select other pictures for deletion? Deleting pictures Can I zoom in on pictures during playback? Playback zoom How do I view a lot of pictures at once? Multi-frame playback...
  • Page 25 Notes and Cautions ................ ii PROGRAM AE ................20 A NATURAL & K ...............20 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........ii B NATURAL LIGHT ..............21 Safety Notes ..................iv D E SCENE POSITION ............21 About This Manual ................. ix Camera Q & A ..................x B Intelligent Face Detection ..........24 Focus Lock ..................26 5 Exposure Compensation .............28...
  • Page 26 C WHITE BALANCE ..............61 E CONTINUOUS ..............61 F AF MODE ................62 Optional Accessories ..............85 S FACE RECOGNITION (FinePix JZ500/JZ510 series Accessories from FUJIFILM ............86 only) ....................62 Caring for the Camera ..............87 Using the Menus: Playback Mode ..........67 Using the Playback Menu ............67 Troubleshooting ................88...
  • Page 27: Introduction

    Symbols and Conventions Symbols and Conventions The following symbols are used in this manual: C Caution: This information should be read before use to ensure correct operation. A Note: Points to note when using the camera. B Tip: Additional information that may be helpful when using the camera. Menus and other text in the camera monitor are shown in bold.
  • Page 28: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera Parts of the Camera For more information, refer to the page listed to the right of each item. Selector button Move cursor up E l (exposure compensation) button (pg. 28) MENU/OK button I (delete) button (pg. 19) (pg.
  • Page 29: Camera Displays

    The following indicators may appear during shooting and playback: The indicators displayed vary with camera settings. ■ ■ Shooting Shooting Internal memory indicator* Date and time..........12 Focus frame ..........14 Shutter speed Silent mode indicator ......32 Aperture Continuous shooting mode .....61 Image size .............59 Intelligent Face Detection indicator Number of available frames ...
  • Page 30: The Mode Dial

    To select a shooting mode, align the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial. (PROGRAM AE): Select for control of camera settings such as exposure compensation, white balance, and ISO sensitivity. The mode automatically sets both shutter speed and lens aperture A (MOVIE): Record movies with sound (pg.
  • Page 31: Charging The Battery

    The battery is not charged at shipment. Charge • Remove dirt from the battery terminals with a clean, dry cloth. Failure to observe this the battery before use. precaution could prevent the battery from charging. Batteries • Charging times increase at low temperatures. The camera uses an NP-45A rechargeable battery.
  • Page 32: Inserting The Battery

    After charging the battery, insert it in the camera as described below. Open the battery-chamber cover. Insert the battery. Insert the battery with the terminals first and the orange stripe aligned with the orange battery latch. Slide the battery into the camera, keeping the battery latch pressed to one side as shown below.
  • Page 33 B Tips: Using an AC Adapter Close the battery-chamber cover. • The camera can be powered by an optional AC adapter and DC coupler (sold separately). See manuals provided with the AC adapter and DC coupler for details. • If the camera is powered by an AC adapter, demo mode instructions will be displayed when the camera is turned on.
  • Page 34: Inserting A Memory Card

    4 write speed (4 MB/s) or better when shooting HD movies. A complete list of approved memory cards is available at http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/index.html. Operation is not guaranteed with other cards. The camera can not be used with MultiMediaCard (MMC) or Cards.
  • Page 35 ■ ■ Inserting a Memory Card Inserting a Memory Card C Caution Turn the camera off, and open the battery-chamber cover. Be sure card is in correct orientation; do not insert at an angle or use force. If the memory card is not inserted correctly, d will appear in the monitor and images will be recorded to internal memory.
  • Page 36 • miniSD or microSD adapters that are larger or smaller Removing Memory Cards than the standard dimensions of an SD card may not After confirming that the camera eject normally; if the card does not eject, take the is off, press the card in and then camera to an authorized service representative.
  • Page 37: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Playback Mode Playback Mode Press the n button to turn the camera on. To turn the camera on and begin playback, press the D button for about a second. The lens will extend and the lens cover will open. Press the n button to turn the camera off.
  • Page 38: 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 77). Choose a language. 2.1 Press the selector left or right to highlight the year, month, START MENU day, hour, or minute and press...
  • Page 39: Taking Pictures In Src (Scene Recognition)

    This section describes how to take pictures in SRC (SCENE RECOGNITION) mode. Turn the camera on. Check the battery level. Press the n button to turn the Check the battery level in the display. camera on. Indicator Indicator Description Description Battery partially discharged.
  • Page 40 Frame a picture using the zoom control. The camera analyzes a subject based on When a subject can not be analyzed by the camera, LAUTO mode will be set. scene recognition, then an icon appears in the bottom left of the monitor. A Notes (The illustration shows •...
  • Page 41 Holding the Camera How to use the zoom control Hold the camera steady Select to zoom out Select to zoom in with both hands and brace your elbows against your 1.6x 7.6x sides. Shaking or unsteady hands can blur your shots. Zoom indicator To prevent pictures that are out of focus or too dark...
  • Page 42: Dual Is Mode

    Framing Guideline (Best Framing) Avoiding Blurred Pictures In shooting mode, press DISP/BACK to select a If the subject is poorly lit, SET-UP LCD BRIGHTNESS shooting display format. The selection changes blurring caused by camera LCD MODE CONTINUOUS AUTO POWER OFF SHOOTING ONLY each time DISP/BACK is pressed.
  • Page 43 B Tip: The Shutter Button Focus. Press the shutter button halfway The shutter button has two positions. Pressing the shutter button halfway ( q ) sets focus and exposure; to focus. to shoot, press the shutter button the rest of the way down ( w ).
  • Page 44 The Indicator Lamp Indicator lamp The indicator lamp shows camera status as follows: Indicator lamp Indicator lamp Camera status Camera status Glows green Focus locked. Blur, focus, or exposure warning. Blinks green Picture can be taken. Blinks green Recording pictures. Additional and orange pictures can be taken.
  • Page 45: Viewing Pictures

    Pictures can be viewed in the monitor. When taking important photographs, take a test shot and check the results. Press the D button. Deleting Pictures To delete the picture currently displayed in the monitor, press the selector up ( ). The following dialog will be displayed.
  • Page 46: Shooting Mode

    Choose a shooting mode according to the scene or type of subject. To choose a shooting mode, rotate the mode dial to the desired setting (pg. 4). The following modes are available: C SCENE RECOGNITION A NATURAL & NATURAL & K K SCENE RECOGNITION Simply by pointing the camera to the subject, This mode helps ensure good results with backlit...
  • Page 47: B Natural Light

    B NATURAL LIGHT Highlight A SCENE POSITION. NATURAL LIGHT Capture natural light indoors, under low light, or where the flash can not be used. The Press the selector right to display flash turns off and sensitivity is shooting mode options. raised to reduce blur.
  • Page 48 C Cautions (FinePix JZ500/JZ510 series (FinePix JZ500/JZ510 series only) only) • Although the camera detects faces of many kinds of dogs or cats in Y DOG or T CAT, some kinds When Y DOG or T CAT is selected, the of dogs or cats may not be detected.
  • Page 49 Scene Scene Description Description U PORTRAIT Choose for soft-toned portraits with natural skin tones. V PORTRAIT ENHANCER Choose for a smooth skin effect in soft-focus portraits. Y DOG (FinePix JZ500/JZ510 Choose for shooting a dog. The mode optimizes to focus on faces of dogs. series only) T CAT (FinePix JZ500/JZ510...
  • Page 50: B Intelligent Face Detection

    Intelligent Face Detection allows the camera to automatically detect human faces and set focus and exposure for a face anywhere in the frame for shots that emphasize portrait subjects. Choose for group portraits (in vertical or horizontal orientations) to prevent the camera from focusing on the background.
  • Page 51 B Tip: Red-Eye Removal Focus. Select ON for the R SAVE ORG IMAGE option Press the shutter button halfway in the setup menu (pg. 79) to save unprocessed to focus on the subject in the copies of pictures created with red-eye removal. green border.
  • Page 52: Focus Lock

    To compose photographs with off-center subjects: Position the subject in the focus frame. Recompose the picture. Keeping the shutter button pressed halfway, recompose the picture. Focus. F3.3 F3.3 Press the shutter button halfway to set focus and exposure. Focus and exposure Shoot.
  • Page 53: Focus Lock

    Autofocus Although the camera boasts a high-precision autofocus system, it may be unable to focus on the subjects listed below. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus, use focus lock (pg. 26) to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph. •...
  • Page 54: Exposure Compensation

    Use exposure compensation when photographing very bright, very dark, or high-contrast subjects. Return to shooting mode. Press the selector up (l). Press MENU/OK to return to The exposure indicator will be displayed. shooting mode. Take pictures. A Note A 5 icon and exposure indicator are displayed at Choose a value.
  • Page 55 Choosing an Exposure Compensation Value • Backlit subjects: choose values from + EV to +1 EV (for an explanation of the term “EV”, see the Glossary on page 100) • Highly reflective subjects or very bright scenes (e.g., snowfields): +1 EV •...
  • Page 56: L Macro Mode (Close-Ups)

    For close-ups, press the selector left (L). The selection changes each time the selector is pressed. MACRO When macro mode is in effect, the camera focuses on subjects near the center of the frame. Use the zoom control to compose pictures. To exit macro mode, press the selector left (L) and select OFF.
  • Page 57: K Using The Flash (Super Intelligent Flash)

    When the flash 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 preserving the effects of ambient background lighting, even in dimly-lit indoor scenes.
  • Page 58: Silent Mode

    Focus. U Silent Mode Press the shutter button halfway In situations in which camera sounds or light from to focus. If the flash will fire, the flash may be unwelcome, press the DISP/BACK button until U is displayed in the monitor. X will be displayed when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
  • Page 59: J Using The Self-Timer

    The camera offers a ten-second timer that allows photographers to appear in their own photographs, and a two-second timer that can be used to avoid blur caused by the camera moving when the shutter button is pressed. The self-timer is available in all shooting modes. Set the timer.
  • Page 60 The self-timer lamp on the front of the camera will blink immediately before the picture is taken. If the two- second timer is selected, the self-timer lamp will blink as the timer counts down. Intelligent Face Detection Because it ensures that the faces of portrait subjects will be in focus, Intelligent Face Detection (pg. 24) is recommended when using the self-timer for group portraits or self-portraits.
  • Page 61: Playback Options

    To view the most recent picture in the monitor, Choosing a Display Format press the D button. In playback mode, press DISP/BACK to select a playback display format. 100-0001 100-0001 12 / 31 / 2050 12 / 31 / 2050 10 : 00 AM 10 : 00 AM 1/250 1/250...
  • Page 62: Playback Zoom

    Playback Zoom Playback Zoom Select A to zoom in on pictures displayed in Intelligent Face Detection single-frame playback; select B to zoom out. Pictures taken with Intelligent When the picture is zoomed in, the selector can Face Detection (pg. 24) are indicated by a B icon.
  • Page 63: Multi-Frame Playback

    Multi-Frame Playback Multi-Frame Playback Use the selector to highlight images and press MENU/OK to view the highlighted image full frame. To change the number of images displayed, In the nine- and hundred-frame displays, press select B when a picture is shown full-frame in the selector up or down to view more pictures.
  • Page 64: Image Search

    Press MENU/OK to select the Image Search based on categories Image Search based on categories highlighted search category. Search for pictures by date, subject, scene, and A detailed search list will be file type. displayed. Press MENU/OK to display the Select a category in the list.
  • Page 65: Using Playback Menu With Image Search

    Using Playback Menu with Image Search Using Playback Menu with Image Search Three playback menus can be performed with image search mode. Press MENU/OK while the search results are displayed. The playback menu will be displayed. Press the selector up or down to highlight the desired menu item.
  • Page 66: M Deleting Pictures

    The ERASE option in the playback menu can be used to delete still pictures and movies, increasing the amount of space available on the memory card or in internal memory (for information on deleting pictures in single-frame playback, see page 19). Press MENU/OK to display the Press the selector up or down to playback menu.
  • Page 67 ■ ■ FRAME ■ ■ ALL FRAMES FRAME: Deleting Selected Images : Deleting Selected Images ALL FRAMES: Deleting All Images : Deleting All Images Selecting FRAME displays the Selecting ALL FRAMES ERASE OK? ERASE ALL OK? IT MAY TAKE A WHILE dialog shown at right.
  • Page 68: A Recording Movies

    Shoot short movies with sound. Sound is recorded via the built-in microphone; do not cover the microphone during recording. Rotate the mode dial to A (movie Press the shutter button all the way mode). down to start recording. Display shows time and time STANDBY STANDBY...
  • Page 69 Press the shutter button halfway Selecting focus mode to end recording. Recording ends Select F AF MODE in the shooting menu. • w CENTER: When zooming in or out, the camera automatically when the movie reaches maximum length or refocus on the subject in the center of the frame. •...
  • Page 70: D Viewing Movies

    During playback, movies are Progress is shown in the monitor during 100-006 100-006 displayed in the monitor as playback. shown at right. The following operations can be performed 12 / 31 / 2050 12 / 31 / 2050 10 : 00 AM 10 : 00 AM PLAY while a movie is displayed:...
  • Page 71: Viewing Pictures On Tv

    • HD movies are played back as standard definition movies on the TV if using an optional A/V cable. • To play back High Definition movies on HDTV, optional accessories are required. For more information, please refer to the following URL. http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/index.html...
  • Page 72: Printing Pictures Via Usb

    If the printer supports PictBridge, the camera can be connected directly to the printer and pictures can be printed without first being copied to a computer. Note that depending on the printer, not all the functions described below may be supported. Connecting the Camera Connecting the Camera Printing Selected Pictures...
  • Page 73 B Tip: Printing the Date of Recording During Printing To print the date of recording on pictures, press The message shown at right is PRINTING DISP/BACK in steps 1–2 to display the PictBridge menu displayed during printing. Press (see “Printing the DPOF Print Order,” on pg. 48). DISP/BACK to cancel before all Press the selector up or down to highlight PRINT pictures are printed (depending...
  • Page 74: Printing The Dpof Print Order

    Printing the DPOF Print Order Printing the DPOF Print Order To print the print order created with r PRINT Press MENU/OK to display a confirmation dialog. ORDER (DPOF) in the playback menu (pg. 49): In the PictBridge display, press DISP/ PRINT DPOF OK? TOTAL: 9 SHEETS BACK to open the PictBridge menu.
  • Page 75: Creating A Dpof Print Order

    Creating a DPOF Print Order Creating a DPOF Print Order The r PRINT ORDER (DPOF) option in the Press MENU/OK and follow the steps below. playback menu can be used to create a digital Press the selector left or right “print order”...
  • Page 76 A Notes Repeat steps 1–2 to complete the print order. Press MENU/OK to save • Remove the memory card to create or modify a print order for the pictures in internal memory. the print order when settings • Print orders can contain a maximum of 999 pictures. are complete, or DISP/BACK to exit without •...
  • Page 77: 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. Do NOT connect the camera to the computer until installation is complete. Installing the Software Installing the Software Two applications are supplied: MyFinePix Studio for Windows and FinePixViewer for the Macintosh.
  • Page 78 Start the computer. Log in to an account with administrator privileges before proceeding. Exit any applications that may be running and insert the installer CD in a CD-ROM drive. Windows 7/Windows Vista If an AutoPlay dialog is displayed, click SETUP.EXE. A “User Account Control” dialog will then be displayed; click Yes (Windows 7) or click Allow (Windows Vista).
  • Page 79 Confirm that the computer meets the following system requirements: PowerPC or Intel Pre-installed versions of Mac OS X version 10.3.9–10.6 (for the latest information, visit http://www.fujifilm. OS OS com/) 256 MB or more Free disk space A minimum of 200 MB required for installation with 400 MB available when FinePixViewer is running...
  • Page 80 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 sunlight in case you need to re-install the software. The version number is printed at the top of the CD label for reference when updating the software or contacting customer support.
  • Page 81: Connecting The Camera

    Connecting the Camera Connecting the Camera Press the D button for about a If the pictures you wish to copy are stored on a memory card, insert the card into the second to turn the camera on. camera (pg. 8). If no card is inserted, pictures MyFinePix Studio or FinePixViewer will will be copied from internal memory.
  • Page 82 C Cautions Disconnecting the Camera • If a memory card containing a large number of After confirming that the indicator lamp is out, images is inserted, there may be a delay before the follow the on-screen instructions to turn the camera software starts and you may be unable to import or off and disconnect the USB cable.
  • Page 83: Menu

    Using the Shooting Menu Using the Shooting Menu Press MENU/OK to display the Press the selector up or down to shooting menu. highlight the desired option. SHOOTING MENU PROGRAM AE Press MENU/OK to select the AUTO IMAGE SIZE IMAGE QUALITY highlighted option.
  • Page 84: Shooting Menu Options

    Shooting Menu Options Shooting Menu Options Menu item Menu item Description Description Options Options Default Default U/V/(Y)/(T)/K/L/D/U/ SP1: U A SCENE POSITION Choose a scene for D/E mode (pg. 21). W/E/F/G/I/O/P SP2: V ( ): FinePix JZ500/JZ510 series only Adjust ISO sensitivity (pg. 59). Choose higher AUTO / 3200 / 1600 / n ISO AUTO...
  • Page 85: Iso

    Control the camera’s sensitivity to light. Higher Choose the size at which still pictures are values can be used to reduce blur when lighting recorded. Large pictures can be printed at large is poor; note, however, that mottling may appear sizes with no drop in quality;...
  • Page 86: T Image Quality

    Aspect Ratio Choose how much image files are compressed. Pictures with an aspect ratio of 4 : 3 have the same Select FINE (low compression) for higher image proportions as the camera display. Pictures with an aspect ratio of 3 : 2 have the same proportions as a quality, NORMAL (high compression) to increase frame of 35-mm film, while an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 is the number of pictures that can be stored.
  • Page 87: C White Balance

    A Notes • FINEPIX COLOR is not reset when the camera is Capture motion in a series of pictures. The turned off or another shooting mode is selected. camera takes up to three pictures while the • Depending on the subject, the effects of shutter-release button is pressed.
  • Page 88: F Af Mode

    (FinePix JZ500/JZ510 (FinePix JZ500/JZ510 This option controls how the camera selects the series only) series only) focus area. Regardless of the option selected, Once personal information is registered with the camera will focus on the subject in the a face, the camera recognizes the registered center of the monitor when macro mode is on face and prioritizes focus and exposure to that (pg.
  • Page 89 Press the selector up or down to Press MENU/OK to display PERSONAL highlight ON. INFO. PERSONAL INFO PERSONAL INFO Press MENU/OK to activate S FACE NAME BIRTHDAY 2050. 12. 31 RECOGNITION. CATEGORY NONE ■ ■ REGISTER BACK BACK REGISTER A Note Shooting Shooting When the message !CANNOT REGISTER is displayed,...
  • Page 90 Press the selector left, right, up or Press MENU/OK to display BIRTHDAY. down to highlight a letter. Input the date of birthday in the same way Press MENU/OK to input the letter. as setting e DATE/TIME (pg. 12). Press MENU/OK to register. Repeat from step 2 to step 4 to input a name.
  • Page 91 Press MENU/OK to register. View the registration or edit as the same way of REGISTER (pg. 63). ■ ■ VIEW & EDIT A Note VIEW & EDIT Select REPLACING IMAGE to take another face image Select VIEW & EDIT from S FACE and replace the registered image with it.
  • Page 92 Press MENU/OK to delete a S FACE RECOGNITION registration. • Up to 8 people’s information can be registered. If 8 people’s information has already been registered, ■ ■ AUTO REGISTRATION AUTO REGISTRATION the confirmation window appears when trying to Select AUTO REGISTRATION from S FACE add a new one.
  • Page 93: Using The Menus: Playback Mode

    Using the Playback Menu Using the Playback Menu Press D to enter playback mode Press the selector right to display (pg. 11). options for the highlighted item. PLAYBACK MENU Press MENU/OK to display the IMAGE SEARCH BACK ERASE playback menu. FRAME SLIDE SHOW ALL FRAMES...
  • Page 94: Playback Menu Options

    Playback Menu Options Playback Menu Options The following options are available: Option Option Description Description V IMAGE SEARCH Search images based on categories (pg. 38). M ERASE Delete all or selected pictures (pg. 40). q SLIDE SHOW View pictures in a slide show (pg. 69). a RED-EYE REMOVAL Create copies with reduced red eye (pg.
  • Page 95: Slide Show

    View pictures in an automated slide show. If the current picture is marked with a icon Choose the type of show and press MENU/OK to indicate that it was taken with Intelligent Face to start. Press DISP/BACK at any time during Detection, this option can be used to remove the show to view on-screen help.
  • Page 96: O Protect

    ■ ■ SET ALL SET ALL Protect pictures from accidental deletion. The Press MENU/OK to protect all SET ALL OK? IT MAY TAKE A WHILE following options are available. pictures, or press DISP/BACK to exit without changing picture ■ ■ FRAME FRAME status.
  • Page 97: R Crop

    B Tip: Intelligent Face Detection To create a cropped copy of a picture, play If the picture was shot with CROP CROP Intelligent Face Detection (pg. the picture back and select R CROP in the 24), B will be displayed in the playback menu.
  • Page 98: Resize

    To create a small copy of a picture, play the By default, pictures taken in IMAGE ROTATE IMAGE ROTATE picture back and select j RESIZE in the tall orientation are displayed playback menu. in wide orientation. Use this option to display pictures in Press the selector up or down CANCEL CANCEL...
  • Page 99: P Copy

    Press the selector down to rotate the picture 90 ° clockwise, Copy pictures between internal memory and a up to rotate the picture 90 ° memory card. counterclockwise. Press the selector up or down to highlight d INTERNAL MEMORY g x CARD (copy pictures from internal memory to the memory card) or x CARD g d INTERNAL MEMORY (copy pictures from a memory card...
  • Page 100 B Tip: Copying Pictures Between Memory Cards ■ ■ ALL FRAMES ALL FRAMES To copy pictures between two memory cards, insert Press MENU/OK to copy all COPY ALL OK? 100-0001 100-0001 the source card and copy the pictures to internal pictures, or press DISP/BACK to IT MAY TAKE A WHILE...
  • Page 101: Q Voice Memo

    Press MENU/OK to start recording. To add a voice memo to a REC STANDBY REC STANDBY still picture, select Q VOICE RECORDING Time remaining MEMO after displaying the Blinks red picture in playback mode. START START CANCEL CANCEL A Note RE-REC Voice memos can not be added to movies or Press MENU/OK again to end...
  • Page 102: Serase Face Recog

    (FinePix JZ500/JZ510 (FinePix JZ500/JZ510 Playing Voice Memos series only) series only) Pictures with voice memos are indicated by a h While playing back an image icon during playback. To play the voice memo, Select PLAY. To pause, press the selector down; including faces registered with to end playback, press the selector up.
  • Page 103: The Setup Menu

    Using the Setup Menu Using the Setup Menu Display the setup menu. 2.2 Press the selector up or down 1.1 Press MENU/OK to display the to highlight a menu item. menu for the current mode. SET-UP 1.2 Press the selector left to DATE/TIME TIME DIFFERENCE highlight a left tab.
  • Page 104: Shutter Sound

    Setup Menu Options Setup Menu Options Menu item Menu item Description Description Options Options Default Default e DATE/TIME Set the camera clock. — — p TIME DIFFERENCE Set the clock to local time (pg. 80). Choose a language. See page 105 ENGLISH 7 SILENT MODE Turn off the speaker, flash, and self-timer lamp.
  • Page 105 Menu item Menu item Description Description Options Options Default Default g LCD BRIGHTNESS Control the brightness of the display (pg. 83). — d LCD MODE Enable or disable monitor power saving (pg. 83). i / h — o AUTO POWER OFF Choose the auto power off delay (pg.
  • Page 106: Time Difference

    When traveling, use this option to switch the camera clock instantly from your home time zone to the local time at your destination. Specify the difference between local time Switch between local time and your and your home time zone. home time zone.
  • Page 107: Format

    Format internal memory or a Choose how long pictures are displayed in the FORMAT FORMAT FORMAT OK? FORMAT OK? ERASE ALL DATA ERASE ALL DATA memory card. If a memory monitor after shooting. card is inserted in the camera, • 3 SEC: Pictures are displayed for about 3 s before CANCEL CANCEL x will be displayed in the...
  • Page 108: Frame No

    ZOOM (CONTINUOUS) is disabled in the following • CONTINUOUS: Numbering continues from the case: last file number used or the first available file - A is selected in the shooting mode. number, whichever is higher. Choose this - An option other than OFF is selected for option to reduce the number of pictures with E CONTINUOUS.
  • Page 109: Playback Volume

    Press the selector up or down Choose the length of time before the camera VOLUME to choose volume for movie turns off automatically when no operations and voice memo playback and are performed. Shorter times increase battery press MENU/OK to select. life;...
  • Page 110: Digital Zoom

    C Caution If ON is selected, selecting A at the maximum Digital zoom produces lower quality images than optical zoom. optical zoom position will trigger digital zoom, further magnifying the image. To cancel digital zoom, zoom out to the minimum digital zoom position and select B.
  • Page 111: Optional Accessories

    The camera supports a wide range of accessories from FUJIFILM and other manufacturers. ■ ■ Computer Related ■ ■ Audio/Visual Computer Related Audio/Visual Audio/visual output Computer* HDTV* HD player SD/SDHC HDMI memory card SD card slot or card reader cable* ■...
  • Page 112: Accessories From Fujifilm

    Accessories from FUJIFILM Accessories from FUJIFILM The following optional accessories are available from FUJIFILM. For the latest information on the accessories available in your region, check with your local FUJIFILM representative or visit http://www. fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/index.html. Rechargeable NP-45 Additional NP-45 large-capacity batteries can be purchased as required.
  • Page 113: Caring For The Camera

    • exposed to strong magnetic fields, such as Any remaining stains can be removed by wiping near a broadcasting antenna, power line, radar gently with a piece of FUJIFILM lens-cleaning emitter, motor, transformer, or magnet paper to which a small amount of lens-cleaning •...
  • Page 114: Troubleshooting

    Power and Battery Problem Problem Possible cause Possible cause Solution Solution Page Page The battery is exhausted. Insert a fresh or fully-charged spare battery. 5, 13 The battery is not in the correct Re-insert the battery in the correct orientation. orientation.
  • Page 115 The battery has been charged many times. — the battery still fails to charge, contact your the battery does FUJIFILM dealer. not charge. The charger is not correctly plugged into a Plug the charger correctly into the power —...
  • Page 116 Shooting Problem Problem Possible cause Possible cause Solution Solution Page Page Memory is full. Insert a new memory card or delete pictures. 8, 40 Memory is not formatted. Format the memory card or internal memory. No picture is There is dirt on the memory card contacts. Clean the contacts with a soft, dry cloth. —...
  • Page 117 Problem Problem Possible cause Possible cause Solution Solution Page Page The flash is charging. Wait for the flash to charge. The flash is not available in the current Choose a different shooting mode. shooting mode. The flash does not fire. The battery is exhausted.
  • Page 118 Problem Problem Possible cause Possible cause Solution Solution Page Page The lens is dirty. Clean the lens. The lens is blocked. Keep objects away from the lens. Pictures are R is displayed during shooting and the blurred. Check focus before shooting. focus frame is displayed in red.
  • Page 119 Movie Problem Problem Possible cause Possible cause Solution Solution Page Page T CONTINUOUS is selected for F AF The sound of Select w CENTER for F AF MODE. MODE. Recording camera focusing is heard. Stop zoom operation. Zoom in or out while recording a movie. Playback Problem Problem...
  • Page 120 Connections Problem Problem Possible cause Possible cause Solution Solution Page Page Monitor is off. The camera is connected to a TV. View pictures on the TV. The camera is not properly connected. Connect the camera correctly. An A/V cable was connected during movie Connect the camera once movie playback 44, 45 playback.
  • Page 121 The battery is exhausted. Insert a fresh or fully-charged spare battery. Remove and reinsert the battery or The camera does not disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter/ Temporary camera malfunction. function as expected. DC coupler. If the problem persists, contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
  • Page 122: Warning Messages And Displays

    The memory card contacts require cleaning. message is repeated, format the memory card (pg. 81). If the message persists, replace the memory card. Camera malfunction. Contact a FUJIFILM dealer. The memory card is locked. Unlock the memory card (pg. 8). PROTECTED CARD The memory card is incorrectly formatted.
  • Page 123 If the message persists, replace the memory card. Incompatible memory card. Use a compatible memory card. Camera malfunction. Contact a FUJIFILM dealer. x MEMORY FULL d MEMORY FULL The memory card or internal memory is full; Delete pictures or insert a memory card with more pictures can not be recorded or copied.
  • Page 124 Voice memo file is corrupt. The voice memo can not be played back. 5 ERROR Camera malfunction. Contact a FUJIFILM dealer. x NO IMAGE The source device selected in the playback Select a different source. P COPY menu contains no pictures.
  • Page 125 Warning Warning Description Description Solution Solution The picture can not be printed using DPOF. — CAN NOT SET DPOF A CAN NOT SET DPOF Movies can not be printed using DPOF. — The picture is protected. Remove protection before rotating pictures (pg. 79). CAN NOT ROTATE A CAN NOT ROTATE Movies can not be rotated.
  • Page 126: Glossary

    Digital zoom: Unlike optical zoom, digital zoom does not increase the amount of visible detail. Instead, details visible using optical zoom are simply enlarged, producing a slightly “grainy” image. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format): A standard that allows pictures to be printed from “print orders” stored in internal memory or on a memory card.
  • Page 127: Internal Memory/Memory Card Capacity

    The following table shows the recording time or number of available frames at different image qualities. You can take a few pictures for trial without a memory card. All figures are approximate; file size varies with the scene recorded, producing wide variations in the number of files that can be stored.
  • Page 128 ■ ■ FinePix JZ300/JZ310 Series FinePix JZ300/JZ310 Series Still Pictures (FINE) Still Pictures (FINE) Movies Movies ! 3:2 3:2 g g 16:9 16:9 0 m 16:9 16:9 m Internal memory Internal memory — 26 sec. 61 sec. (approx. 40 MB) (approx.
  • Page 129: Specifications

    System FinePix JZ500/JZ510 Series FinePix JZ300/JZ310 Series Model Effective pixels 14.1 million 12.1 million ½ -in., square-pixel CCD with primary color filter • Internal memory (approx. 40 MB) • SD/SDHC memory cards (see page 8) Storage media Compliant with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF), Exif 2.2, and Digital Print Order Format File system (DPOF) •...
  • Page 130 System A (NATURAL AND FLASH LIGHTING), B (NATURAL LIGHT), U (PORTRAIT), Scene modes V (PORTRAIT ENHANCER), Y* (DOG), T* (CAT), K (LANDSCAPE), L (SPORT), D (NIGHT), U (NIGHT (TRIPOD)), W (FIREWORKS), E (SUNSET), F (SNOW), G (BEACH), I (PARTY), O (FLOWER), P (TEXT) * FinePix JZ500/JZ510 series only Picture stabilization Optical stabilization (CCD shift)
  • Page 131 System • ) (1280 × 720: 720p), 24fps Movies • ! (640 × 480: VGA), 30fps • 9 (320 × 240: QVGA), 30fps Shooting options Scene recognition, Face recognition (FinePix JZ500/JZ510 series only), Dog/Cat detection (FinePix JZ500/JZ510 series only), Intelligent Face Detection with red-eye removal, framing guideline, frame number memory, FINEPIX COLOR Intelligent Face Detection, red-eye removal, micro thumbnail, multi-frame playback, image search, Playback options...
  • Page 132 Power supply/other NP-45A rechargeable battery; optional AC power adapter AC-5VX and DC coupler CP-45 Power supply Guide to the number of Battery Type NP-45A Number of frames Approx. 230 frames (k) available frames for battery According to the CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standard procedure for measuring operation digital still camera battery consumption (extract): When using a battery, use the battery supplied with the camera.
  • Page 133 NP-45A rechargeable battery DC 3.7 V Nominal voltage 720 mAh Nominal capacity Operating temperature 0 °C – +40 °C/+32 °F – +104 °F 31.0 mm × 39.6 mm × 6.0 mm/1.2 in. × 1.6 in. × 0.2 in. Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx.
  • Page 134: Specifications

    European countries and China. Notices • Specifications subject to change without notice. FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting from errors in this manual. • Although the monitor is manufactured using advanced high-precision technology, small bright points and anomalous colors (particularly in the vicinity of text) may appear.
  • Page 135 7-3, AKASAKA 9-CHOME, MINATO-KU, TOKYO 107-0052, JAPAN http://www.fujifilm.com/...
  • Page 136 FUJIFILM FinePix CD FINEPIX JZ500/JZ510 Series FINEPIX JZ300/JZ310 Series...
  • Page 137 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, please...
  • Page 138 Our warranty policy is found on our website at www.fujifilm.ca Garantie soutien technique. Cette camera est couverte par la garantie de manufacture de FUJIFILM CANADA incluant Ie support technique. Votre releve de caisse est requis pour la garantie, et I'enregistrement en ligne activera Ie service de soutien technique et garantie votre intention.
  • Page 139 PRODUCT REGISTRATION To register your product visit www.fujifilmusa.com/register Benefits of product registration include: • Product Protection o With the information you provide we can confirm the date of purchase of your product. This is a benefit to you in the event your original proof of purchase is lost •...
  • Page 140 This limited warranty is non-transferable and subject to the conditions and limitations set forth herein. FUJIFILM will, at its option, repair and/or replace (with a unit of like condition which may be refurbished), a defective Product that is returned, postpaid and insured, within the Warranty Period to an authorized FUJI FILM Repair Center.

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