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FujiFilm Finepix F60FD Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Thank you for your purchase of this product. This manual describes how to use your FUJIFILM FinePix F60fd digital camera and the supplied software. Be sure that you have read and understood its contents before using the camera.

  • Page 2: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety • Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. • Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. • Heed Warnings: All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

  • Page 3: Safety Notes

    Unplug from electric shock. Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. power socket Do not allow water or foreign objects to enter the camera. If water or foreign objects get inside the camera, turn the camera off, remove the battery and disconnect and unplug the AC power adapter.
  • Page 4 When carrying the battery, install it in a digital camera or keep it in the hard case. When storing the battery, keep it in the hard case. When discarding, cover the battery terminals with insulation tape.
  • Page 5 This is normal. Use the AC adapter to power the camera for extended periods. AC Adapters (Available Separately) Use only FUJIFILM AC adapters designated for use with this camera. Other adapters could damage the camera. • The AC adapter is for indoor use only.

  • Page 6: Notices

    Notes on the Grant To comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this product must be used with a Fujifilm-specified ferrite-core A/V cable, USB cable, and DC supply cord. For Customers in Canada CAUTION: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
  • Page 7 Trademark Information and xD-Picture Card are trademarks of FUJIFILM Corporation. Macintosh, Power Macintosh, iMac, PowerBook, iBook, QuickTime, and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S.A. and other countries. Microsoft,...

  • Page 8: A Special Feature Of This Camera

    A Special Feature of This Camera Using SCENE RECOGNITION Simply by pointing the camera at the subject, the camera automatically analyzes and selects the most appropriate setting from 4 settings: press the shutter button to capture the moment. Rotate the mode dial to viii PORTRAIT, LANDSCAPE,...

  • Page 9: About This Manual

    About This Manual Before using the camera, read this manual and the warnings on pages ii–vii. For information on specific topics, consult the sources below. ✔ Camera Q & A ... pg. x ✔ Table of Contents... pg. xiii Know what you want to do but don’t know the name for it? Find the answer in “Camera Q &...

  • Page 10: Camera Q & A

    Camera Q & A Find items by task. Camera Setup How do I set the camera clock? Can I set the clock to local time when I travel? How do I keep the monitor from turning off automatically? How do I make the monitor brighter or darker? How do I stop the camera beeping and clicking? What are the parts of the camera called? What do the icons in the monitor mean?
  • Page 11 Taking Pictures Question How many pictures can I take? Is there a quick and easy way to take snapshots? How can I avoid blurred pictures? How can I make good portraits? Can the camera automatically select the most suitable mode? Can I manually choose a mode suitable for the shooting conditions? How do I shoot close-ups? How do I keep the flash from firing?
  • Page 12 Viewing Pictures How do I view my pictures? How do I get rid of unwanted pictures? How do I delete a lot of pictures at once? Can I zoom in on pictures during playback? How do I view a lot of pictures at once? How do I view all pictures taken on the same day? Can I protect my pictures from accidental deletion? Can I hide the icons in the monitor when viewing my pictures?

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents For Your Safety...ii IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...ii Safety Notes...iii NOTICES ...vi A Special Feature of This Camera... viii About This Manual ...ix Camera Q & A...x Before You Begin Introduction ...1 Symbols and Conventions ...1 Supplied Accessories...1 Parts of the Camera...2 The Monitor...3 The Mode Dial ...4...
  • Page 14 LCD BRIGHTNESS... 89 m FORMAT... 90 o AUTO POWER OFF ... 90 p TIME DIFFERENCE... 91 Technical Notes Optional Accessories... 92 Accessories from Fujifilm ... 93 Caring for the Camera... 95 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting... 96 Warning Messages and Displays...103 Appendix Glossary...107...

  • Page 15: Introduction

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

  • Page 16: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera For more information, refer to the page listed to the right of each item. Shutter button...18 G (dual IS) button ...17 Zoom control ...16, 43 Flash ...26 AF-assist illuminator ...24 Self-timer lamp...29 Lens (with cover)...12, 16 ON/OFF (power) button ...12 Microphone...82 Speaker...83...

  • Page 17: The Monitor

    The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback: ■ Shooting ISO 100 ISO 100 12 12/ 31 31/ 2050 2050 12 12:00 00 AM AM 1000 1000 F2.8 F2.8 ■ Playback 100-0001 100-0001 ISO 100 ISO 100 12 12/ 31 31/ 2050 2050 12 12:00 00 AM AM...

  • Page 18: The Mode Dial

    The Mode Dial To select a shooting mode, align the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial. A (NATURAL & K): Helps ensure good results in situations with difficult lighting. Each time the shutter button is pressed, the camera takes two shots: one shot without the flash to preserve natural lighting, followed immediately by a second...

  • Page 19: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery The battery is not charged at shipment. Charge the battery before use. Place the battery in the charger. Insert the battery into the supplied BC-50 battery charger as shown, making sure that the battery is in the correct orientation. NP-50 rechargeable battery BC-50 battery charger Plug the charger in.
  • Page 20 C Cautions: Caring for the Battery • Do not affix stickers or other objects to the battery. Failure to observe this precaution could make it impossible to remove the battery from the camera. • Do not short the battery terminals. The battery could overheat. •...

  • Page 21: Inserting The Battery

    Inserting the Battery After charging the battery, insert it in the camera as described below. Open the battery-chamber cover. ANote Be sure the camera is off before opening the battery-chamber cover. C Cautions • Do not open the battery-chamber cover when the camera is on.
  • Page 22 C Cautions • Insert the battery in the correct orientation. Do not use force or attempt to insert the battery upside down or backwards. The battery will slide in easily in the correct orientation. • The orange battery indicator may not be printed on the battery.

  • Page 23: Inserting A Memory Card

    Cards and SanDisk SD and SDHC memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the F60fd. A complete list of approved memory cards is available at http://www.fujifilm.com/products/ digital_cameras/index.html. Operation is not guaranteed with other cards. The camera can not be used with multimedia cards.
  • Page 24 ■ Inserting a Memory Card Open the battery-chamber cover. Insert the memory card. Holding the memory card so that the gold contacts face the gold label, slide the memory card all the way in. Removing Memory Cards Press the card in and then release it slowly. The card can now be removed by hand.
  • Page 25 • Do not affix labels to memory cards. Peeling labels can cause camera malfunction. • FUJIFILM xD-Picture Cards are recommended. Results can not be guaranteed with xD-Picture Cards from other manufacturers. The camera can be used with type M, type M+ or type H xD-Picture Cards; note, however, that type H cards are not compatible with the optional DPC-UD1 xD-Picture Card USB drive.

  • Page 26: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Turning the Camera On and Off Shooting Mode Press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera on. The lens will extend and the lens cover will open. Press ON/OFF again to turn the camera off. B Tip: Switching to Playback Mode Press the D button to start playback.

  • Page 27: Basic Setup

    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 85). Choose a language. START RT MENU MENU / LANG.
  • Page 28 Choose power management options. POWER MANAGEMENT POWER MANAGEMENT POWER SAVE POWER SAVE QUICK AF QUICK AF CLEAR LCD DISPLAY CLEAR LCD DISPLAY Power saving for longer Power saving for longer battery life battery life 3.1 Press the selector up or down to highlight the desired option (pg.

  • Page 29: Taking Pictures In (Auto) Mode

    Taking Pictures in This section describes how to take pictures in mode. Turn the camera on. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera Select mode. Rotate the mode dial to (AUTO) Mode Check the battery level. Check the battery level in the monitor. Indicator q (white) w (white)
  • Page 30 Frame the picture. Position the main subject in the focus area and use the zoom control to frame the picture in the monitor. Select B to zoom out AU AUTO(800) AU AUTO(800) O(800) O(800) 12 12/ 31 31/ 2050 12 12/ 31 31/ 2050 2050 10 10: 00 00 AM 2050 10 10: 00 00 AM Zoom indicator...

  • Page 31: Dual Is Mode

    The Framing Grid To display a framing grid or to view or hide other indicators in the monitor, press the DISP/BACK button. Indicators displayed To use the framing grid, position the main subject at the intersection of two lines or align one of the horizontal lines with the horizon.
  • Page 32 Focus. Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the main subject in the focus frame. AUT UTO(800) AUT UTO(800) (800) (800) 12/ 31/ 2050 12/ 31/ 2050 2050 10: 00 AM 2050 10: 00 AM Focus frame Press halfway If the camera is able to focus, it will beep twice and the indicator lamp will glow green.
  • Page 33 The Indicator Lamp Indicator lamp The indicator lamp shows camera status as follows: Indicator lamp Camera status Glows green Focus locked. Camera unable to focus. Picture can Blinks green be taken. Blinks green Recording pictures. and orange pictures can be taken. Recording pictures.

  • Page 34: Deleting Pictures

    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. The most recent picture will be displayed in the monitor. 12 12/ 31 31/ 2050 12 12/ 31 31/ 2050 2050 10 10: 00 00 AM 2050 10 10: 00 00 AM...

  • Page 35: Intelligent Face Detection

    B Intelligent Face Detection and Red-Eye Removal Intelligent Face Detection allows the camera to automatically detect human faces and set focus and exposure for a face anywhere in the frame for shots that emphasize portrait subjects. Choose for group portraits to prevent the camera from focusing on the background.
  • Page 36 Focus. Press the shutter button halfway to set focus and exposure for the subject in the green border. Shoot. Press the shutter button all the way down to shoot. If B FACE DETECTION S REMOVAL ON is selected, the picture will be processed to reduce red-eye before it is recorded.

  • Page 37: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock To compose photographs with off-center subjects: Position the subject in the focus frame. AU AUTO(800) AU AUTO(800) 12 12/ 31 31/ 2050 12 12/ 31 31/ 2050 2050 10 10: 00 00 AM 2050 10 10: 00 00 AM Focus.
  • Page 38 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. 23) to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph.

  • Page 39: Close-Ups (Macro Mode)

    L Close-ups (Macro Mode) Macro mode can be used for close-ups in 40). To select macro mode, press the selector left (L). When macro mode is in effect, the camera focuses on subjects near the center of the monitor. Use the zoom control to frame pictures.

  • Page 40: Flash Mode

    K Using the Flash (Intelligent Flash) When the flash is used, the camera’s Intelligent Flash system instantly analyzes the scene based on such factors as the brightness of the subject, its position in the frame, and its distance from the camera. Flash output and sensitivity are adjusted to ensure that the main subject is correctly exposed while preserving the effects of ambient background lighting, even in dimly-lit indoor scenes.
  • Page 41 Red-Eye Removal When S REMOVAL ON is selected for Intelligent Face Detection (pg. 21), red-eye removal (S) is available in 4 (V), fill flash (U), and slow sync (Z) modes. Red-eye removal minimizes “red-eye” caused when light from the flash is reflected from the subject’s retinas as shown in the illustration at right.

  • Page 42: Self-Timer Mode

    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 43 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. 21) is recommended when using the self-timer for group portraits or self-portraits.

  • Page 44: Exposure Compensation

    5 Exposure Compensation exposure compensation photographing very bright, very dark, or high- contrast subjects. Choose positive (+) values to increase exposure Choose negative (–) values to reduce exposure when To choose a value for exposure compensation: Press the 5 button. Press the selector up (5).
  • Page 45 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 107) • Highly reflective subjects or very bright scenes (e.g., snowfields): +1EV •...

  • Page 46: Shooting Mode

    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: AUTO Choose for crisp, clear snapshots (pg. 15). Focus response, sensitivity, image quality, and FINEPIX COLOR can be adjusted in the v-MODE menu (pg.

  • Page 47: A Natural & K (Dual Shot Mode)

    Frame the picture. The camera analyzes a subject scene then an icon appears in the bottom left of the monitor illustration shows when analyzed subject(s) in portrait.). ANotes • B Intelligent Face Detection is turned on automatically. • The camera continuously adjusts focus on a face, or the center area of the monitor.

  • Page 48: B Natural Light

    B NATURAL LIGHT Capture natural light indoors, under low light, or where the flash can not be used. The flash turns off and sensitivity is raised to reduce blur. The n ISO option in the v-MODE menu is fixed at AUTO (pg. 64). Scene Position Your choice of 13 “scenes,”...
  • Page 49 Press MENU/OK select highlighted option. Until a new scene is chosen as described above, the scene assigned to will be selected whenever the mode dial is rotated to selection is C. C PORTRAIT Choose this mode for soft- toned portraits with natural skin tones.
  • Page 50 W FIREWORKS Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of light from a firework. Press the selector left or right to choose from shutter speeds between 4 s and recommended to prevent blur. The flash turns off automatically.

  • Page 51: M Manual

    O FLOWER Choose for vivid close-ups of flowers. The camera focuses in the macro range and the flash turns off automatically. P TEXT Take clear pictures of text or drawings in print. The camera focuses in the macro range. M MANUAL Choose this mode for complete control over exposure compensation (pg.
  • Page 52 Press the selector up or down to highlight SHOOTING MODE. SHOOTING MENU SHOOTING MENU SHOOTING MODE SHOOTING MODE PHOTOMET OMETRY RY WHITE BALANCE WHITE BALANCE CONTINUOUS CONTINUOUS AF MODE AF MODE SE SET - - UP Press the selector right to display shooting mode options.
  • Page 53 Choose an aperture. Press the selector left or right to choose an aperture. Take pictures. Take pictures. If the correct exposure can not achieved selected aperture, the shutter speed will be displayed in red when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Adjust aperture until the correct exposure can be achieved.
  • Page 54 Choose the shutter speed. Press the selector left or right to choose the shutter speed. Take pictures. Take pictures. If the correct exposure can not achieved selected shutter speed, aperture will displayed in red when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Adjust shutter speed until the correct exposure can be achieved.

  • Page 55: Single-Frame Playback

    Single-Frame Playback To view the most recent picture in the monitor, press the D button. Press the selector right to view pictures in the order recorded, left to view pictures in reverse order. Press and hold the selector to scroll rapidly through your pictures.

  • Page 56: Playback Zoom

    Playback Zoom Select A to zoom in on images displayed in single-frame playback; select B to zoom out. Select B to zoom out Zoom indicator When the picture is zoomed in, the selector can be used to view areas of the image not currently visible in the display.

  • Page 57: Multi-Frame Playback

    Multi-Frame Playback To change the number of images displayed, select B when a picture is shown full-frame in the monitor. 100-0001 100-0001 100-0001 100-0001 12/ 31/ 2050 12/ 31/ 2050 2050 10: 00 AM 2050 10: 00 AM 1/1000 1/1000 1/1000 1/1000 F3.3...

  • Page 58: Sort By Date

    Sort by Date In single-frame playback, press DISP/ BACK repeatedly until the sort-by- date screen is displayed. The picture displayed in single-frame playback remains selected. Press the selector up or down to select a date. Press the selector left or right to select a picture.

  • Page 59: Erase

    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 20).
  • Page 60 ■ FRAME: Deleting Selected Images Selecting FRAME displays the dialog shown at right. Press the selector left or right to scroll through pictures and press MENU/OK to delete the current picture (the immediately; be careful not to delete the wrong picture).

  • Page 61: A Recording Movies

    A Recording Movies Shoot short movies at 25 frames per second. Sound is recorded via the built-in microphone; do not cover the microphone during recording. Rotate the mode dial to A (movie mode). Time available is displayed in monitor 12 12/ 31 31/ 2050 2050 10 10: 00 00 AM Choosing the Frame Size To choose the frame size,...
  • Page 62 Press the shutter button all the way down to start recording. ANote Focus is set when recording begins; exposure and white balance are adjusted automatically throughout recording (note that the AF-assist lamp will light if the subject is poorly lit; for information on disabling the AF- assist lamp, see page 86).

  • Page 63: D Viewing Movies

    D Viewing Movies During playback (pg. 41), movies are displayed in the monitor as shown at right. The following operations can be performed while a movie is displayed: Operation Description Start/pause Press the selector down to start playback. playback Press again to pause. Press the selector up to end playback.

  • Page 64: Viewing Pictures On Tv

    Viewing Pictures on TV Connect the camera to a TV and tune the television to the video channel to show pictures and slide shows (pg. 75) to a group. The supplied A/V cable connects as shown below. Press D for about a second to turn the camera on. The camera monitor turns off and pictures, voice memos, and movies are played back on the TV.

  • Page 65: Printing Pictures Via Usb

    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.

  • Page 66: Printing The Dpof Print Order

    B Tip: Printing the Date of Recording To print the date of recording on pictures, press DISP/ BACK in steps 1–2 to display the PictBridge menu (see “Printing the DPOF Print Order,” below). Press the selector up or down to highlight PRINT WITH DATE y and press MENU/OK to return to the PictBridge display (to print pictures without the date of recording, select PRINT WITHOUT DATE).
  • Page 67 During Printing The message shown at right is displayed during printing. Press DISP/BACK to cancel before all pictures are printed (depending on the printer, printing may end before the current picture has printed). If printing is interrupted, press D to turn the camera off and then on again.

  • Page 68: Creating A Dpof Print Order

    Creating a DPOF Print Order The r PRINT ORDER (DPOF) option in the playback v-MODE menu can be used to create a digital “print order” for PictBridge-compatible printers (pg. 51) or devices that support DPOF. DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is standard that allows pictures to be printed from “print orders”...
  • Page 69 Repeat steps 1–2 to complete the print order. Press MENU/OK to save the print order when settings are complete, or DISP/BACK to exit without changing the print order. The total number of prints is displayed in the monitor. Press MENU/OK to exit. The pictures in the current print order are indicated by a x icon during playback.

  • Page 70: Viewing Pictures On A Computer

    Viewing Pictures on a Computer The supplied FinePixViewer software can be used to copy pictures to a computer, where they can be stored, viewed, organized, and printed. Before proceeding, install FinePixViewer as described below. Do not connect the camera to the computer until installation is complete. Installing FinePixViewer FinePixViewer is available in Windows and Macintosh versions.
  • Page 71 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 Vista If an AutoPlay dialog is displayed, click SETUP.exe. A “User Account Control” dialog will then be displayed; click Allow.
  • Page 72 PowerBook G4, Power Macintosh G5, MacBook, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, or Mac Pro PowerPC or Intel Mac OS X version 10.3.9–10.4.11 (as of July 1, 2008; visit http://www.fujifilm.com for more information) 256 MB or more Free disk space A minimum of 200 MB required for installation with 400 MB available when FinePixViewer is running Video 800×...
  • Page 73 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 74: Connecting The Camera

    Connecting the Camera If the pictures you wish to copy are stored on a memory card, insert the card into the camera (pg. 9). If no card is inserted, pictures will be copied from internal memory. C Caution Loss of power during transfer could result in loss of data or damage to internal memory or the memory card.
  • Page 75 C Cautions • Use only memory cards that have been formatted in the camera and contain pictures taken with the camera. If a memory card containing a large number of images is inserted, there may be a delay before FinePixViewer starts and FinePixViewer may be unable to import or save images.

  • Page 76: Using The Menus: Shooting Mode

    Using the Menus: Shooting Mode The v-MODE and shooting menus contain settings for a wide range of shooting conditions. Using the v-Mode Menu Press the v button to display the v-MODE menu. MODE MENU MODE MENU POWER MANAGEMEN POWER MANAGEMENT QUALIT QUALITY COLOR...

  • Page 77: V-Mode Menu Options

    v-Mode Menu Options Menu item Optimize camera performance for increased POWER MANAGEMENT battery life, quick focus, or display quality (pg. 63). Adjust ISO sensitivity (pg. 64). Choose higher n ISO values when the subject is poorly lit. o QUALITY Choose image size and quality (pg. 65). Shoot pictures in standard or saturated color or in FINEPIX COLOR black-and-white (pg.

  • Page 78: Iso

    n ISO Control the camera’s sensitivity to light. Higher values can be used to reduce blur when lighting is poor; note, however, that mottling may appear in pictures taken at high sensitivities. If 4, 4 (1600), 4 (800), or 4 (400) is selected, the camera will adjust sensitivity automatically in response to shooting conditions.

  • Page 79: Quality

    o QUALITY Choose the size and quality at which still pictures are recorded. Large pictures can be printed at large sizes with no drop in quality; small pictures require less memory, allowing more pictures to be recorded. Option Prints at sizes up to 32×25cm/13×10in.

  • Page 80: Finepix Color

    FINEPIX COLOR Enhance contrast and color saturation or take pictures in black and white. Option v-STANDARD v-CHROME v-B&W Settings other than v-STANDARD are shown by an icon in the monitor. ANotes • FINEPIX COLOR is not reset when the camera is turned off or another shooting mode is selected. •...

  • Page 81: Using The Shooting Menu

    Using the Shooting Menu Press MENU/OK to display shooting menu. SHOOTING MENU SHOOTING MENU PHOTOMET PHOTOMETRY OMETRY RY WHITE BALANCE WHITE BALANCE AU AUTO CONTINUOUS CONTINUOUS AF MODE AF MODE SE SET - - UP ANote The options displayed in the shooting menu vary depending on the shooting mode.

  • Page 82: Shooting Menu Options

    Shooting Menu Options Menu item Choose aperture-priority or shutter-priority AE for F mode (pg. A SHOOTING MODE 37). A SCENE POSITION Choose a scene for Choose how exposure is metered in M and F modes (pg. 68). B PHOTOMETRY Adjust color for different light sources in M and F modes (pg. C WHITE BALANCE 69).

  • Page 83: C White Balance

    C WHITE BALANCE For natural colors, choose a setting that matches the light source (for an explanation of “white balance,” see the Glossary on page 107). Option Displayed in 4 White balance adjusted automatically. Measure a value for white balance. For subjects in direct sunlight.

  • Page 84: E Continuous

    ■ Q: Custom White Balance Choose Q to adjust white balance for unusual lighting conditions. The options at right will be displayed; frame a white object so that it fills the monitor and press the shutter button all the way down to measure white balance.
  • Page 85 ■ E CONTINUOUS: R FINAL 12 While the shutter button is pressed, the camera takes up to 40 pictures, but only the last 12 shots are recorded. Up to 40 shots Shutter button pressed Last 12 shots recorded ■ E CONTINUOUS: n LONG PERIOD The camera takes pictures while the shutter button is pressed.

  • Page 86: F Af Mode

    F AF MODE In M and F modes (pg. 37), this option controls how the camera focuses when Intelligent Face Detection is off (pg. 21). Regardless of the option selected, the camera will focus on the subject in the center of the monitor when macro mode is on (pg.
  • Page 87 ■ F AF MODE: T CONTINUOUS While the shutter button is pressed halfway, the camera continuously adjusts focus to changes in distance from the main subject around the cross mark (note that continuous auto focus will be audible and will increase battery drain). Choose this option when photographing moving subjects.

  • Page 88: Using The Menus: Playback Mode

    Using the Menus: Playback Mode The v-MODE and playback menus are used to manage the pictures in internal memory or on the memory card. Using the v-Mode Menu Press the D button to enter playback mode (pg. 41). Press the v button to display the v-MODE menu.

  • Page 89: Slide Show

    q SLIDE SHOW View pictures 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. When a movie displayed, movie playback automatically, and the slide show will continue when the movie ends.

  • Page 90: Using The Playback Menu

    Using the Playback Menu Press the D button to enter playback mode (pg. 41). Press MENU/OK to playback menu. PL PLAYBACK MENU YBACK MENU ERASE ERASE RED EYE REMOVAL RED EYE REMO IMAGE RO IMAGE ROTA TATE TE PROTEC PROTECT COPY VOICE MEMO VOICE MEMO...

  • Page 91: Red Eye Removal

    a RED EYE REMOVAL This option is used with pictures taken using Intelligent Face Detection to create copies that have been processed to remove red eye. Play the picture back in the monitor (pictures taken with Intelligent Face Detection are indicated by a B icon) and select a RED EYE REMOVAL in the playback menu (pg.

  • Page 92: N Image Rotate

    N IMAGE ROTATE By default, pictures taken in tall orientation are displayed in wide orientation. Use this option to display pictures in the correct orientation in the monitor. It has no effect on pictures displayed on a computer or other device. ANotes •...

  • Page 93: O Protect

    O PROTECT Protect pictures from accidental deletion. The following options are available. ■ FRAME Protect selected pictures. Press the selector left or right to display the desired picture. PROTEC PROTECT OK? CANCEL CANCE Picture not protected Press MENU/OK to protect the picture. If the picture is already protected, pressing will...

  • Page 94: P Copy

    P COPY Copy pictures between internal memory and a memory card. Press the selector up or down to highlight d INTERNAL MEMORY g i CARD (copy pictures from internal memory to the memory i CARD card) MEMORY (copy pictures from a memory card to internal memory).
  • Page 95 ■ FRAME Copy selected frames. Press the selector left or right to display the desired picture. Press MENU/OK to copy the picture. Repeat steps 1–2 to copy additional images. Press DISP/BACK to exit when the operation is complete. ■ ALL FRAMES Press MENU/OK to copy all COPY OK? 100-0001...

  • Page 96: Q Voice Memo

    Q VOICE MEMO To add a voice memo to a still Q VOICE picture, select MEMO after displaying the picture in playback mode. ANote Voice memos can not be added to movies or protected pictures. Remove protection from pictures before recording voice memos (pg.
  • Page 97 Playing Voice Memos Pictures with voice memos are indicated by a h icon during playback. To play the voice memo, press the selector down. To pause, press the selector down again; to end playback, press the selector up. Press the selector left to rewind, right to fast forward.

  • Page 98: Crop

    R TRIMMING To create a cropped copy of a picture, play the picture back and select R TRIMMING in the playback menu (pg. 76). Use the zoom control to zoom in and out and use the selector to scroll the picture until the desired portion is displayed (to exit to single- frame playback without creating a cropped copy, press DISP/BACK).

  • Page 99: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Using the Setup Menu Display the setup menu. 1.1 Press MENU/OK to display the menu for the current mode. 1.2 Press the selector up or down to highlight G SET-UP. 1.3 Press the selector right to display the setup menu. SE SET-U -UP IMAGE DISP.

  • Page 100: Af-Assist Illuminator

    Setup Menu Options Menu item Choose how long pictures are displayed after shooting (pg. a IMAGE DISP. 87). b FRAME NO. Choose how files are named (pg. 88). Z DUAL IS MODE Choose when image stabilization is performed (pg. 88). Choose whether to save unprocessed copies of pictures taken a SAVE ORG IMAGE using red-eye removal (pg.

  • Page 101: Image Disp

    Menu item r VIDEO SYSTEM Choose a video mode for connection to a TV (pg. 50). Reset all settings except DATE/TIME, TIME DIFFERENCE, BACKGROUND COLOR, and VIDEO SYSTEM to default values. A s RESET confirmation dialog will be displayed, press the selector left or right to highlight OK and press MENU/OK.

  • Page 102: Frame No

    b FRAME NO. New pictures are stored in image files named using four-digit file number assigned by adding one to the last file number used. The file number is displayed during playback as shown at right. FRAME NO. controls whether file numbering is reset to 0001 when a new memory card is inserted or the current memory card or internal memory is formatted.

  • Page 103: Digital Zoom

    c DIGITAL ZOOM If ON is selected, selecting A at the maximum 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. AU AUTO(800) O(800) AU AUTO(800) O(800)

  • Page 104: Format

    m FORMAT Format internal memory or a memory card. If a memory card is inserted in the camera, i will be displayed in the dialog shown at right and this option will format the memory card. If no memory card is inserted, d will be displayed and this option will format internal memory.

  • Page 105: Time Difference

    p TIME DIFFERENCE When travelling, 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 and your home time zone. 1.1 Press the selector up or down to highlight j LOCAL.

  • Page 106: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories The FinePix F60fd supports a wide range of accessories from FUJIFILM and other manufacturers. The following accessories were available as of July 2008. ■ Audio/Visual TV (available from third-party suppliers) Audio/visual output ■ Printing PictBridge-compatible printer (available from third-party...

  • Page 107: Accessories From Fujifilm

    Accessories from Fujifilm As of July 2008, the following optional accessories were available from FUJIFILM. Check with your local Fujifilm representative for information on the accessories available in your region. • xD-Picture Cards: Choose from 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB cards. Type M, type M+ or type H xD-Picture Cards can be used;...
  • Page 108 • DPC-CF CompactFlash™ card adapter: Allows an xD-Picture Card to function as a CompactFlash card. The DPC-AD and DPC-CF can not be used with SD memory cards. For the latest information on accessories available from FUJIFILM, visit http://www.fujifilm.com/ products/digital_cameras/index.html. Optional Accessories...

  • Page 109: Caring For The Camera

    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 fluid has been applied. Care should be taken to avoid scratching the lens or monitor.

  • Page 110: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Power and Battery Problem The battery is exhausted. The battery is not in the correct orientation. Re-insert the battery in the correct orientation. The camera does not turn on. The battery-chamber cover is not latched. Latch the battery-chamber cover. The AC adapter and DC coupler are not connected properly.
  • Page 111 Charge the battery at room temperature. Clean the terminals with a soft, dry cloth. The battery has reached the end of its charging life. Purchase a new battery. If the battery still fails to charge, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Possible cause Select ENGLISH. Possible cause Insert a new memory card or delete pictures.
  • Page 112 Problem The subject is close to the camera. The camera Focus does not focus. The subject is far away from the camera. The subject is not suited to autofocus. Macro mode is The camera is in Close-ups W, E, F, not available.
  • Page 113 Problem B, K, W, H, or O mode is selected. Choose a different shooting mode. The battery is exhausted. The flash does not fire. The camera is in continuous mode. The flash is off (W). The camera is in silent mode. Flash The camera is not in C, V or M mode.
  • Page 114 Problem The camera The self timer is on in R FINAL 12, takes one o FINAL 3, or n LONG PERIOD Continuous picture at a modes. time Playback Problem Pictures are The pictures were taken with a different grainy. make or model of camera. Pictures The pictures were taken at an image size of Playback zoom...
  • Page 115 Connections Problem The camera is not properly connected. The supplied A/V cable was connected during movie playback. No picture or Input on the television is set to “TV”. sound. The camera is not set to the correct video standard. The volume on the television is too low. The camera is not set to the correct video No color.
  • Page 116 AC adapter/DC coupler. Charge the battery or insert a fully-charged spare battery. Remove and reinsert the battery or disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter/DC coupler. If the problem persists, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Turn silent mode off. Troubleshooting Solution...

  • Page 117: Warning Messages And Displays

    Clean the contacts with a soft, dry cloth. If the message is repeated, format the memory card (pg. 90). If the message persists, replace the memory card. Contact a FUJIFILM dealer. Unlock the memory card (pg. 9). Use the camera to format the memory card (pg. 90).
  • Page 118 Clean the contacts with a soft, dry cloth. If the message is repeated, format the memory card (pg. 90). If the message persists, replace the memory card. Contact a FUJIFILM dealer. Delete pictures or insert a memory card with more free space.
  • Page 119 Remove protection before deleting, rotating, or adding voice memos to pictures. The voice memo can not be played back. Contact a FUJIFILM dealer. Select a different source. These pictures can not be cropped. Copy the pictures to internal memory and create a new print order.
  • Page 120 Warning A CAN NOT EXECUTE RED EYE REMOVAL can not be used with e CAN NOT EXECUTE movies, pictures created with other devices, pictures that can not be viewed, or pictures D CAN NOT EXECUTE created using RED EYE REMOVAL. An attempt was made to choose a flash PRESS AND HOLD mode or adjust the volume with the camera...

  • Page 121: Glossary

    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 122: Flash Mode And Shooting Mode

    Flash Mode and Shooting Mode The flash modes available depend on the shooting modes (pg. 32). A B C V K L D p W E F G H I O P M Flash mode ✔ ✔ AUTO/V — ✔ ✔...

  • Page 123: Internal Memory/Memory Card Capacity

    Internal Memory/Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the recording time or number of pictures available at different image qualities. All figures are approximate; file size varies with the scene recorded, producing wide variations in the number of files that can be stored. The number of exposures or length remaining may not diminish at an even rate.

  • Page 124: Specifications

    Specifications System Model FinePix F60fd digital camera Effective pixels 12.0 million -in., Super CCD HR with primary color filter • Internal memory (approx. 25MB) Storage media • SD/SDHC memory cards (see page 9) File system Compliant with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF), Exif 2.2, and Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) •...
  • Page 125 System Shutter speed D:8s-1/1,000s W:4s-1/2s Combined mechanical and electronic shutter Continuous • TOP 12: Up to 5fps; max. 12 frames (Image size; max. 1) • TOP 3: Up to 2fps; max. 3 frames • LONG PERIOD: Frame rate and maximum number of frames vary with image size and available memory Focus •...
  • Page 126 Input/output terminals A/V OUT (audio/video output) NTSC or PAL with monaural sound USB 2.0 High Speed with MTP/PTP connection Digital input/output Power supply/other Power sources NP-50 rechargeable battery; optional AC-5VX AC adapter and CP-50 DC coupler Battery life (NP-50) Approx. 230 frames, based on CIPA (Camera and Imaging Products Association) standard; measured at 23°C (73°F) with the monitor on, pictures recorded to an xD-Picture Card, the camera zoomed from widest angle to maximum zoom and back once every 30s, the flash fired with every other shot, and the camera turned off and then on again every 10 shots.
  • Page 127 U.S.A., Canada, and Japan. PAL (Phase Alternation by Line) is a color television system adopted mainly in 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 128: Fujifilm Digital Camera Worldwide Network

    Technical support & repairs TEL (05982) 419 4542 kiel@fujifilm.com.uy Technical support & repairs TEL 0212-2022300 hellmund@hellmund.com Technical support & repairs TEL 0043 1 6162606/51 or 52 kamera.service@fujifilm.at Technical support & repairs TEL 3210242090 info@fuji.be Technical support TEL 38512319060 dsaravanja@fujifilm.hr Repair service...
  • Page 129 FujiFilm Italia S.r.l. Lithuania Fujifilm Lithuania Malta Ciancio (1913) Co.Ltd. Norway Fujifilm Norge AS Poland Fujifilm Polska Distribution Sp. z o.o. Technical support Portugal Fujifilm Portugal, Lda Romania CTS-Cardinal Top Systems Ltd Russia ZAO “Fujifilm RU” Slovakia Fujifilm Slovakia s.r.o.
  • Page 130 FUJIFILM Australia Pty Ltd Fiji Brijlal & Co. Ltd FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network Technical support TEL 46 8 506 141 70 kamera@fujifilm.se Repair service TEL 46 8 506 513 54 kameraverkstaden@fujifilm.se Technical support & repairs TEL +41 44 855 5154 RepairCenter@fujifilm.ch Technical support TEL +31(0)102812500 helpdesk@fujifilm-digital.nl...
  • Page 131 Taiwan Hung Chong Corp. Thailand FUJIFILM (Thailand) Ltd. Vietnam International Minh Viet Co., Ltd. FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network Technical support & repairs TEL (00 687) 25-46-35 phocidis@phocidis.nc Technical support & repairs TEL +64-9-4140400 glenn.beaumont@fujifilm.co.nz Technical support TEL +675 3256411 oceania@daltron.com.pg Technical support &...

  • Page 132: Important Notice: Read Before Using The Software

    Software, Media or Documentation to any third party without FUJIFILM’s prior written consent. You also shall not sublicense, assign or otherwise transfer all or any part of the rights granted to you by FUJIFILM under this Agreement without FUJIFILM’s prior written consent.

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