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BL01066-200
DIGITAL CAMERA
Before You Begin
FINEPIX JX280 Series
First Steps
FINEPIX JX180 Series
Basic Photography and Playback
Owner's Manual
More on Photography
Thank you for your purchase
of this product. This manual
More on Playback
describes how to use your
FUJIFILM FinePix JX280 Series,
Movies
FinePix JX180 Series digital camera
and the supplied software. Be
Connections
sure that you have read and
understood its contents before
using the camera.
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For information on related products, visit our
Technical Notes
website at
http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/index.html
Troubleshooting
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  • Page 1 More on Photography Thank you for your purchase of this product. This manual More on Playback describes how to use your FUJIFILM FinePix JX280 Series, Movies FinePix JX180 Series digital camera and the supplied software. Be Connections sure that you have read and understood its contents before using the camera.

  • Page 2: Notes And Cautions

    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 3 Notes and Cautions 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,...

  • Page 4: Safety Notes

    These actions could damage the cord and cause a fire or electric shock. • If the cord is damaged, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Filled circles with an exclamation mark tell you an action that must be performed (“Required”).
  • Page 5 Request regular internal testing and cleaning for your camera. Build-up of dust in your camera can cause a fire or electric shock. • Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to request internal cleaning every 2 years. • Please note this is not a free of charge service.
  • Page 6 Notes and Cautions ■ 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 •...
  • Page 7 “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 8 Note that some restrictions • and xD-Picture Card™ System dangerous. apply to the photographing of are trademarks of FUJIFILM NTSC: National Television System • Do not use the AC power adapter stage performances, entertainments Corporation. Committee, color television in a hot and humid place.

  • Page 9: About This Manual

    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.
  • Page 10 Camera Q & A Find items by task. Camera Setup Camera Setup 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...
  • Page 11 Camera Q & A Taking Pictures Taking Pictures Question Question Key phrase Key phrase See page See page How can I make good portraits? Intelligent Face Detection Can I choose my own settings for different scenes? Scene position Can the camera automatically adjust settings for different scenes? SRC (SCENE RECOGNITION) How can I be sure my subject is smiling when I take a photograph? Smile detection...
  • Page 12 Camera Q & A Viewing Pictures Viewing Pictures 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...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Notes and Cautions ................ ii More on Photograph More on Photography y IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........ii Shooting Mode ................19 About This Manual ................. ix SRC SCENE RECOGNITION..........19 Camera Q & A ..................x k AUTO ..................19 P PROGRAM AE ................19 Before You Begi Before You Begin n...
  • Page 14 Using the Shooting Menu ............60 Technical Note Technical Notes s Shooting Menu Options ............61 Optional Accessories ..............81 n ISO ....................62 Accessories from FUJIFILM ............82 o IMAGE SIZE ................62 Caring for the Camera ..............83 T IMAGE QUALITY ..............63 W FINEPIX COLOR ..............63 Troubleshootin Troubleshooting g C WHITE BALANCE ..............63...

  • Page 15: Introduction

    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 16: Parts Of The Camera

    Introduction 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. 29) MENU/OK button I (delete) button (pg. 18) (pg.

  • Page 17: Camera Displays

    Introduction Camera Displays 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 ..........27 Shutter speed Silent mode indicator ......33 Aperture Continuous shooting mode ....

  • Page 18: The Mode Dial

    Introduction The Mode Dial The Mode Dial To select a shooting mode, align the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial. P (PROGRAM AE): Select for control of camera settings such as exposure compensation, white balance, and ISO sensitivity.

  • Page 19: Charging The Battery

    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 Batteries charging. • Charging times increase at low temperatures. The camera uses an NP-45A rechargeable battery.

  • Page 20: Inserting The Battery

    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 A Note...
  • Page 21 Inserting the Battery C Caution C Cautions Insert the battery in the correct orientation. Do • Do not affix stickers or other objects to the battery. use force or attempt to insert the battery Failure to observe this precaution could make it upside down or backwards.

  • Page 22: 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 xD-Picture Cards.
  • Page 23 Inserting a Memory Card ■ ■ 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 24 Inserting a Memory Card • 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 25: Turning The Camera On And Off

    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 26: 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 73). Choose a language. 2.1 Press the selector left or right to highlight the year, month, day, START MENU hour, or minute and press up...

  • Page 27: Taking Pictures In Src (Scene Recognition)

    Taking Pictures in SRC (SCENE RECOGNITION) Mode 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.
  • Page 28 Taking Pictures in SRC (SCENE RECOGNITION) Mode 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.
  • Page 29 Taking Pictures in SRC (SCENE RECOGNITION) Mode How to use the zoom control Holding the Camera Hold the camera steady Select to zoom out Select to zoom in with both hands and brace your elbows against your sides. Shaking or unsteady hands can blur your shots.
  • Page 30 Taking Pictures in SRC (SCENE RECOGNITION) Mode Focus. Framing Guideline (Best Framing) Press the shutter button halfway In shooting mode, press DISP/BACK to select a to focus. shooting display format. The selection changes each time DISP/BACK is pressed. INFORMATION ON INFORMATION OFF A Note The lens may make a noise when the camera...
  • Page 31 Taking Pictures in SRC (SCENE RECOGNITION) Mode Shoot. The Indicator Lamp Smoothly press the shutter Indicator lamp button the rest of the way down to take the picture. B Tip: The Shutter Button The shutter button has two positions. Pressing the The indicator lamp shows camera status as follows: shutter button halfway ( q ) sets focus and exposure;...

  • Page 32: Viewing 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. Deleting Pictures To delete the picture currently displayed in the monitor, press the selector up ( The following dialog will be displayed.

  • Page 33: 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: A NATURAL & NATURAL & K K C SCENE RECOGNITION SCENE RECOGNITION Simply by pointing the camera to the subject,...

  • Page 34: D/E Scene Position

    Shooting Mode D / / E E SCENE POSITION Press the selector up or down to SCENE POSITION highlight a scene (pg. 23). The camera offers a choice of “scenes,” each adapted to particular shooting conditions or a specific type of subject, which can be assigned PORTRAIT to the D/E position on the mode dial: Portrait with soft...

  • Page 35: N Motion Panorama

    Shooting Mode U PORTRAIT N MOTION PANORAMA MOTION PANORAMA PORTRAIT In this mode, you can take up to three pictures Choose this mode for soft-toned portraits with natural skin tones. and join them together to form a panorama. Use of a tripod is recommended to assist in d d BABY MODE BABY MODE composing overlapping shots.
  • Page 36 Shooting Mode C Cautions Frame the next shot to overlap with the • Panoramas are created from multiple frames. The previous picture by superimposing y on camera may in some cases be unable to stitch the so that they form a solid circle (z). The frames together perfectly.
  • Page 37 Shooting Mode L SPORT F SNOW SPORT SNOW Choose this mode when photographing moving Choose for crisp, clear shots that capture the subjects. Priority is given to faster shutter brightness of scenes dominated by shining white speeds. snow. D NIGHT G BEACH NIGHT BEACH...

  • Page 38: B Intelligent Face Detection

    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 39 B Intelligent Face Detection 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. 75) to save unprocessed to focus on the subject in the copies of pictures created with red-eye removal. green border.

  • Page 40: Blink Detection

    B Intelligent Face Detection If you are satisfied with the results, press MENU/OK BLINK DETECTION BLINK DETECTION to save the image. If you want to try again, press When using Intelligent Face Detection, the the selector up to delete the image and then camera can display a warning after taking the take another shot.

  • Page 41: Focus Lock

    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 42 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. 27) to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph.

  • Page 43: Exposure Compensation

    5 Exposure Compensation Use exposure compensation when photographing very bright, very dark, or high-contrast subjects. Press the selector up (l). Return to shooting mode. 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 44 5 Exposure Compensation 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 95) • Highly reflective subjects or very bright scenes (e.g., snowfields): +1 EV •...

  • Page 45: L Macro Mode (Close-Ups)

    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.

  • Page 46: 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.
  • Page 47 K Using the Flash (Intelligent Flash) 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 48: 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 49 J Using the Self-Timer 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.

  • Page 50: Choosing A Display Format

    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 51: Favorites: Rating Picture

    Playback Options A Note Favorites: Rating Picture Favorites: Rating Picture The maximum zoom ratio varies with image size. To rate the picture currently displayed in full- Playback zoom is not available with images saved or frame playback, press DISP/BACK and press the cropped at the size of t, or copies created with selector up and down to select from zero to five j RESIZE (pg.

  • Page 52: Multi-Frame Playback

    Playback Options Use the selector to highlight images and press Multi-Frame Playback Multi-Frame Playback 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 53: Photobook Assist

    k PhotoBook Assist Create books from your favorite photos. Creating a PhotoBook Creating a PhotoBook Scroll through the images and press the selector up to select or deselect the current Select k PHOTOBOOK ASSIST in the image for inclusion in the book. To display playback menu.

  • Page 54: Viewing Photobooks

    i PhotoBook Assist Press MENU/OK. The new book Viewing PhotoBooks Viewing PhotoBooks will be added to the list in the Highlight a book in the photobook assist menu photobook assist menu. and press MENU/OK to display the book, then press the selector left and right to scroll through C Cautions the pictures.

  • Page 55: Image Search

    V Image Search Image Search based on categories Image Search based on categories Option Option Description Description Show images based on the Search for pictures by date, subject, scene, and BY DATE specified date. file type. Show images based on BY FACE Press MENU/OK to display the specified face information.

  • Page 56: Using Playback Menu With Image Search

    V 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 57: M Deleting Pictures

    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 18). Note that deleted pictures can not be recovered.
  • Page 58 M Deleting Pictures ■ ■ FRAME ■ ■ ALL FRAMES FRAME: Deleting Selected Images ALL FRAMES: Deleting All Images : Deleting Selected 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 59: A Recording Movies

    A Recording Movies Shoot short movies at 30 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 Zoom control during movie recording mode). The camera lets you zoom in and out during movie recording.
  • Page 60 A Recording Movies Press the shutter button halfway Choosing the Frame Size to end recording. Recording ends To choose the frame size, press MENU/OK and select automatically when the movie o QUALITY. reaches maximum length or Choose a pixel size in the following: •...

  • Page 61: D Viewing Movies

    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 62: 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 63: 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. Connecting the Camera Connecting the Camera Printing Selected Pictures...
  • Page 64 Printing Pictures via USB 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,”...

  • Page 65: Printing The Dpof Print Order

    Printing Pictures via USB 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. 52): In the PictBridge display, press DISP/ PRINT DPOF OK? TOTAL: 9 SHEETS BACK to open the PictBridge menu.

  • Page 66: Creating A Dpof Print Order

    Printing Pictures via USB 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 67 Printing Pictures via USB 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 •...

  • Page 68: Viewing Pictures On A Computer

    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 69 Viewing Pictures on a Computer 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 70 Macintosh: Installing FinePixViewer Macintosh: Installing FinePixViewer 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...
  • Page 71 Viewing Pictures on a Computer 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.

  • Page 72: Connecting The Camera

    Viewing Pictures on a Computer 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.
  • Page 73 Viewing Pictures on a Computer 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 74: Menus S

    Using the Menus: Shooting Mode 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 highlighted option.

  • Page 75: Shooting Menu Options

    Using the Menus: Shooting Mode Shooting Menu Options Shooting Menu Options Menu item Menu item Description Description Options Options Default Default U/d/2/K/N/L/D/U/ SP1: N A SCENE POSITION Choose a scene for D/E mode (pg. 20). SP2: 2 W/E/F/G/I/O/P Adjust ISO sensitivity. Choose higher values when the subject is poorly lit ;...

  • Page 76: Iso

    Using the Menus: Shooting Mode The number of pictures that can be taken at n ISO current settings (pg. 96) is displayed to the top Control the camera’s sensitivity to light. Higher right in the monitor. values can be used to reduce blur when lighting is poor;...

  • Page 77: T Image Quality

    Using the Menus: Shooting Mode T IMAGE QUALITY IMAGE QUALITY C WHITE BALANCE WHITE BALANCE Choose how much image files are compressed. For natural colors, choose a setting that matches Select FINE (low compression) for higher image the light source (for an explanation of “white quality, NORMAL (high compression) to increase balance,”...

  • Page 78: Tracking

    Using the Menus: Shooting Mode E CONTINUOUS CONTINUOUS F AF MODE AF MODE Capture motion in a series of pictures. The This option controls how the camera selects the camera takes up to three pictures while the focus area. Regardless of the option selected, the shutter-release button is pressed.

  • Page 79: Using The Menus: Playback Mode

    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. Press the selector up or down to Press MENU/OK to display the highlight the desired option.

  • Page 80: Playback Menu Options

    Using the Menus: Playback Mode q SLIDE SHOW Playback Menu Options Playback Menu Options SLIDE SHOW View pictures in an automated slide show. The following options are available: Choose the type of show and press MENU/OK Option Option Description Description to start.

  • Page 81: Red Eye Removal

    Using the Menus: Playback Mode a RED EYE REMOVAL O PROTECT RED EYE REMOVAL PROTECT If the current picture is marked with a icon Protect pictures from accidental deletion. The to indicate that it was taken with Intelligent Face following options are available. Detection, this option can be used to remove ■...

  • Page 82: R Crop

    Using the Menus: Playback Mode ■ ■ SET ALL SET ALL R CROP CROP Press MENU/OK to protect all pictures, or press To create a cropped copy of a picture, play the picture back and select R CROP in the DISP/BACK to exit without changing picture status.

  • Page 83: Resize

    Using the Menus: Playback Mode B Tip: Intelligent Face Detection j RESIZE RESIZE If the picture was shot with To create a small copy of a picture, play the CROP CROP Intelligent Face Detection (pg. picture back and select j RESIZE in the 24), B will be displayed in the playback menu.

  • Page 84: N Image Rotate

    Using the Menus: Playback Mode N IMAGE ROTATE Press the selector down to IMAGE ROTATE rotate the picture 90 ° clockwise, By default, pictures taken in tall orientation are up to rotate the picture 90 ° displayed in wide orientation. Use this option to counterclockwise.

  • Page 85: P Copy

    Using the Menus: Playback Mode B Tip: Copying Pictures Between Memory Cards P COPY COPY To copy pictures between two memory cards, insert Copy pictures between internal memory and a the source card and copy the pictures to internal memory card. memory, then remove the source card, insert the Press the selector up or down to destination card, and copy the pictures from internal...
  • Page 86 Using the Menus: Playback Mode ■ ■ ALL FRAMES ALL FRAMES Press MENU/OK to copy all pictures, or press DISP/ BACK to exit without copying pictures. C Cautions • Copying ends when the destination is full. • DPOF print information is not copied (pg. 52).

  • Page 87: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Using the Setup Menu Using the Setup Menu Display the setup menu. Adjust settings. 1.1 Press MENU/OK to display the 2.1 Press the selector right to menu for the current mode. activate the setup menu. 1.2 Press the selector left to 2.2 Press the selector up or down highlight a left tab.

  • Page 88: Setup Menu Options

    The Setup Menu 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 k HOME / j LOCAL k HOME Set the clock to local time (pg. 76). Choose a language.
  • Page 89 The Setup Menu Menu item Menu item Description Description Options Options Default Default g LCD BRIGHTNESS Control the brightness of the display (pg. 79). — h POWER SAVE ON / h POWER d LCD MODE Enable or disable monitor power saving (pg. 79). h POWER SAVE OFF SAVE ON o AUTO POWER OFF...

  • Page 90: Time Difference

    The Setup Menu p TIME DIFFERENCE 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.

  • Page 91: Format

    The Setup Menu m FORMAT a IMAGE DISP. FORMAT IMAGE DISP. Format internal memory or a memory card. If a Choose how long pictures are displayed in the memory card is inserted in the camera, x will monitor after shooting. be displayed in the dialog shown at right and •...

  • Page 92: Frame No

    The Setup Menu A Notes A Notes • Pictures taken in continuous shooting modes are • If the frame number reaches 999-9999, the shutter always displayed after shooting. release will be disabled (pg. 93). • Selecting s RESET (pg. 74) resets b FRAME •...

  • Page 93: Lcd Brightness

    The Setup Menu g LCD BRIGHTNESS o AUTO POWER OFF LCD BRIGHTNESS AUTO POWER OFF Press the selector up or down to choose display Choose the length of time before the camera brightness and press MENU/OK to select. turns off automatically when no operations are performed.

  • Page 94: Digital Zoom

    The Setup Menu c DIGITAL ZOOM C Caution DIGITAL ZOOM 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 95: Optional Accessories

    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 96: Accessories From Fujifilm

    Optional Accessories 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...

  • Page 97: 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 98: Troubleshooting

    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 99 Troubleshooting Menus and Displays Problem Problem Possible cause Possible cause Solution Solution Page Page Menus and displays are English is not selected for the Select ENGLISH. 12, 74 n w option in the setup menu. not in English. Shooting Problem Problem Possible cause Possible cause...
  • Page 100 Troubleshooting Problem Problem Possible cause Possible cause Solution Solution Page Page Face detection Intelligent Face Detection is not available Choose a different shooting mode. not available. in the current shooting mode. The subject’s face is obscured by Remove the obstructions. sunglasses, a hat, long hair, or other objects.
  • Page 101 Troubleshooting 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. 16, 91 focus frame is displayed in red.
  • Page 102 Troubleshooting Playback Problem Problem Possible cause Possible cause Solution Solution Page Page Pictures are The pictures were taken with a different make — — grainy. or model of camera. The pictures were taken at an image size of t or with a different make or model of Pictures —...
  • Page 103 Troubleshooting 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 47, 48 playback.
  • Page 104 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 105: Warning Messages And Displays

    The memory card contacts require cleaning. message is repeated, format the memory card (pg. 77). If the message persists, replace the memory card. Camera malfunction. Contact a FUJIFILM dealer. PROTECTED CARD The memory card is locked. Unlock the memory card (pg. 8).
  • Page 106 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 107 Warning Messages and Displays Warning Warning Description Description Solution Solution Format the memory card and select RENEW for the b FRAME NO. option in the G SET-UP menu. The camera has run out of frame numbers FRAME NO. FULL Take a picture to reset frame numbering to 100-0001, (current frame number is 999-9999).
  • Page 108 Warning Messages and Displays Warning Warning Description Description Solution Solution PRESS AND HOLD An attempt was made to choose a flash mode Exit silent mode before choosing a flash mode or THE DISP BUTTON TO or adjust the volume with the camera in silent adjusting the volume.

  • Page 109: 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 110: Internal Memory And Memory Card Capacity/Recording Time

    Internal Memory and Memory Card Capacity/Recording Time The following table provides estimates of the recording time or the number of available frames 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 111: Specifications

    Specifications System Model FinePix JX280 Series / JX180 Series Effective pixels 14.1 million ½ -in., square-pixel CCD with primary color filter Storage media • Internal memory (approx. 24 MB) • SD/SDHC memory cards (see page 8) File system Compliant with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF), Exif 2.3, and Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) File format •...
  • Page 112 Specifications System Exposure compensation –2 EV – +2 EV in increments of EV (P) A (NATURAL AND FLASH LIGHTING), B (NATURAL LIGHT), U (PORTRAIT), d (BABY), 2 (SMILE&SHOOT), Scene modes K (LANDSCAPE), N (MOTION PANORAMA), L (SPORT), D (NIGHT), U (NIGHT (TRIPOD)), W (FIREWORKS), E (SUNSET), F (SNOW), G (BEACH), I (PARTY), O (FLOWER), P (TEXT) Image stabilization Available...
  • Page 113 Specifications Input/output terminals A/V OUT (audio/video output) NTSC or PAL with monaural sound Digital input/output USB 2.0 High Speed; shares A/V OUT connector Power supply/other Power supply NP-45A rechargeable battery Guide to the number of Battery Type NP-45A Number of frames (AUTO mode) Approx. 180 frames available frames for battery According to the CIPA (Camera &...
  • Page 114 Specifications BC-45B battery charger Rated input 100 V–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Input capacity 6.0 VA (100 V / 240 V) Rated output 4.2 V DC, 550 mA Supported batteries NP-45A rechargeable batteries Charging time Approx. 110 minutes (25 °C / 77 °F) Dimensions (W ×...
  • Page 115 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.
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