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FujiFilm Finepix S8100fd Basic Manual

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L310GB.book Page 1 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM
BASIC MANUAL
For details on advanced operation, please
read "Owner's Manual" (PDF) on the CD-
ROM (included) using a computer.
BL00725-200(1)

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  • Page 1 L310GB.book Page 1 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM BASIC MANUAL For details on advanced operation, please read “Owner’s Manual” (PDF) on the CD- ROM (included) using a computer. BL00725-200(1)

  • Page 2: Warning

    To comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this product must be used undesired operation. with a Fujifilm-specified ferrite-core A/V cable, USB cable, and DC CAUTION supply cord. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits For customers in Canada for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 3: Important

    NOTICE All copyrights and other proprietary rights to Software and Documentation are owned and retained by FUJIFILM or the third party suppliers as indicated on BEFORE OPENING THE CD-ROM PROVIDED BY FUJIFILM or in Software or Documentation. Nothing contained herein shall be...

  • Page 4: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    L310GB.book Page 4 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM EC Declaration of Conformity Name: FUJIFILM Electronic Imaging Europe GmbH Address: Benzstrasse 2 47533 Kleve, Germany declare that the product Product Name: FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix S8100fd Manufacturer’s Name: FUJIFILM Corporation Manufacturer’s Address: 7-3, AKASAKA 9-CHOME, MINATO-KU,...

  • Page 5: Disposal Of Electric And Electronic Equipment In Private Households

    L310GB.book Page 5 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment in Private Households Disposal of used Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product, or in the manual and in the warranty, and/or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Troubleshooting..........36 Camera Parts and Features........ 10 Specifications ............. 42 Attaching the Strap and Lens Cap ...... 12 FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network... 48 Loading the Batteries .......... 13 Notes and Cautions..........54 Checking the battery charge ....... 14 Loading the Memory Card........16 Usable Memory Cards Turning On and Off ..........

  • Page 7: Enjoying Your Camera

    L310GB.book Page 7 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Enjoying Your Camera Be sure to read all two supplied documents in this package: “Basic Manual” (this book), read this first for getting started and basic operations; “Owner’s Manual” (PDF file on CD-ROM), read this next for more advanced operations, etc. Printed Manual BASIC MANUAL Explains how to get started and basic operations.

  • Page 8: About This Manual

    L310GB.book Page 8 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM About this Manual Z About marks CAUTION This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation. CHECK This mark denotes points to notice in the camera’s operation. MEMO This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. Z Usable Memory Cards You can use the xD-Picture Card, the SD Memory Card and the SDHC Memory Card with the FinePix S8100fd.

  • Page 9: Accessories Included

    L310GB.book Page 9 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Accessories Included • AA-size Alkaline Batteries (LR6) (4) • CD-ROM (2) - Owner’s Manual - Software for FinePix • Shoulder strap (1) • Lens cap (1 set) • Basic Manual (this manual) (1) •...

  • Page 10: Camera Parts And Features

    L310GB.book Page 10 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Camera Parts and Features...
  • Page 11 L310GB.book Page 11 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM A Strap mount Q Viewfinder (EVF) B Diopter adjustment dial R Indicator lamp C Zoom lever (Multi-frame playback) S LCD monitor D Shutter button T DISP (Display)/BACK button (Silent Mode) U D Exposure compensation button E ON/OFF switch Intelligent Face Detection/ (Playback Information)

  • Page 12: Attaching The Strap And Lens Cap

    L310GB.book Page 12 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Attaching the Strap and Lens Cap Attaching the strap Pull the lens cap cord through the strap. Attach the strap to the strap mounts on the camera. Once you have attached both ends of the strap, check carefully to make sure that the strap is firmly secured.

  • Page 13: Loading The Batteries

    L310GB.book Page 13 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Loading the Batteries Batteries are required to operate the digital camera. At Slide the lock release catch to open the first, load the batteries in the camera. battery cover. Compatible batteries AA-size alkaline batteries (4) or AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (4) (sold separately) CAUTION...

  • Page 14: Checking The Battery Charge

    L310GB.book Page 14 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Loading the Batteries Checking the battery charge Load the batteries correctly as indicated by the polarity icons. Turn the camera on and check the battery charge. A There is ample battery charge. (Not displayed) B There is insufficient charge left in the batteries.
  • Page 15 • Depending on the camera mode, the transition from to V may occur more quickly. • Use Fujifilm Battery charger (sold separately) to charge AA-size Ni-MH batteries. • When first purchased or if left unused for a long period, the amount of time which AA-size Ni-MH batteries can be used may be short.

  • Page 16: Loading The Memory Card

    S8100fd. In this Basic Manual, these cards are expressed Gold marking as “Memory Card”. SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards They are operation-checked at FUJIFILM Corporation. Manufacturer: SanDisk MEMO Gold contact area • Compatible models will be updated in our website: http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/index.html...
  • Page 17 The lock is released and the Memory Card is due to the improper contacts. pushed out. • A miniSD adaptor or microSD adaptor bigger than SD Memory Card standard size may become stuck. Pulling out forcefully may cause a malfunction. In that case, contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
  • Page 18 Record images to a Memory Card. • Operation of this camera is only guaranteed when it is Playback images: Playback images in a Memory Card. used with FUJIFILM xD-Picture Card and operation- checked SD Memory Card. When a Memory Card (sold separately) is not inserted Record images: Record images to internal memory.

  • Page 19: Turning On And Off

    L310GB.book Page 19 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Turning On and Off Turning the camera on in Turning the camera on in Shooting mode Playback mode Press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on in Slide the ON/OFF switch to turn the camera on in Playback mode.

  • Page 20: Setting The Language, Date, And Time

    L310GB.book Page 20 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Turning On and Off Setting the language, date, and Set the date and time. time DATE / TIME NOT SET DATE / TIME NOT SET When using the camera for the first time after purchasing, the language, date, time, and power management are 2010 2010...
  • Page 21 L310GB.book Page 21 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Change the date format. Set the [POWER MANAGEMENT] options. DATE / TIME NOT SET DATE / TIME NOT SET POWER MANAGEMENT POWER MANAGEMENT POWER SAVE POWER SAVE DD . MM . YY DD .

  • Page 22: Correcting The Date And Time

    L310GB.book Page 22 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Correcting the Date and Time Open the [SET-UP] menu. Display the [DATE/TIME] screen. SET - UP UP SHOOTING MENU SHOOTING MENU SELF-TIMER SELF-TIMER DATE / TIME DATE / TIME HIGH-SPEED SHOOTING HIGH-SPEED SHOOTING OPERATION VOL.

  • Page 23: Selecting The Language

    L310GB.book Page 23 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Selecting the Language Open the [SET-UP] menu. Display the [ ] screen. SET - UP UP SHOOTING MENU SHOOTING MENU SELF-TIMER SELF-TIMER ENGLISH ENGLISH HIGH-SPEED SHOOTING HIGH-SPEED SHOOTING AUTO POWER OFF AUTO POWER OFF 2 MIN 2 MIN...

  • Page 24: Taking Pictures (B Auto Mode)

    L310GB.book Page 24 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Taking Pictures (B AUTO Mode) This section describes the basic operations. Press the Flash pop-up button to pop-up the flash. Turn the camera on. A Slide the ON/OFF switch. Switch the display. Press the EVF/LCD to alternate the display between the viewfinder (EVF) and the LCD monitor.
  • Page 25 L310GB.book Page 25 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Focus on the main subject in the AF frame Holding the camera correctly and press the shutter button down halfway. Brace your elbows against your sides and hold the camera with both hands. Using the viewfinder (EVF) allows for a steady arm AUTO AUTO...
  • Page 26 L310GB.book Page 26 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Taking Pictures (B AUTO Mode) Press the shutter button fully. Flash Double Click When pressing the shutter beep button down halfway, b appears on the screen before the flash fires. 60 60 60 60 F 3 F 3.

  • Page 27: Using Zoom Function

    L310GB.book Page 27 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Using zoom function Use the zoom lever to take pictures with zoom function. The zoom bar appears on the screen while the zoom lever is being used. Use digital zoom when you want to shoot the subject closer.

  • Page 28: Viewing The Images

    This camera will display still images recorded on FinePix S8100fd or still images (excluding some uncompressed images) recorded on any FUJIFILM digital camera that supports xD-Picture Cards or SD Memory Cards. Clear playback or playback zooming may not be possible for still...

  • Page 29: Erasing The Images/Movies

    L310GB.book Page 29 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Erasing the Images/Movies Erasing the images using Playback mode allows you to erase unnecessary images or movies to have ample free space on the Memory Card [PLAYBACK MENU] or internal memory. Your camera calls images “frames”.
  • Page 30 L310GB.book Page 30 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Erasing the Images/Movies Erasing the Images/Movies Erasing one frame at a time ([FRAME]) Erasing all frames ([ALL FRAMES]) ERASE OK? ERASE OK? ERASE ALL OK? ERASE ALL OK? IT MAY TAKE A WHILE IT MAY TAKE A WHILE OK OK CANCEL...
  • Page 31 L310GB.book Page 31 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM MEMO • When using a Memory Card, the images in the Memory Card are erased. When not using a Memory Card, the images in the internal memory are erased. • Protected frames (files) cannot be erased. Unprotect the frames (files) before erasing them.

  • Page 32: Viewing Images On Your Pc

    L310GB.book Page 32 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Viewing Images on your PC Install the supplied software “FinePixViewer” on your PC to view images on it. With “FinePixViewer”, you can transfer images from your camera to your PC, manage image files and folders, and order online printing (only for Windows users) etc. To run this software, you must have the hardware and software described below.

  • Page 33: Installing Software

    L310GB.book Page 33 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Installing Software Connecting the Camera to your Turn on your PC. Quit all other active applications until no applications are Insert the Memory Card with images into shown in the taskbar. the camera.

  • Page 34: Saving The Images On Your Pc (Automatically)

    FinePixViewer. For more information Refer to “How to use FinePixViewer” in the HELP menu, or Follow the on-screen instructions and click “Software Installation” in the Owner’s Manual, or visit Fujifilm [OK]. “Q&A Search” in the following website. ( http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital/) To proceed without saving the images, click [Cancel] For Macintosh users, refer to “Software Installation”...

  • Page 35: System Expansion Option

    L310GB.book Page 35 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM System Expansion Option By using FinePix S8100fd together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses. Accessory availability may vary by country. Please check with your local Fujifilm representative to confirm product availability.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    L310GB.book Page 36 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Troubleshooting Z Getting ready Matters Problems Possible causes Solutions The batteries have run out. Load new or fully charged batteries. The batteries are loaded backward. Load the batteries in the corrected direction. The batteries cover or slot cover is not Close the batteries cover or slot cover securely.
  • Page 37 L310GB.book Page 37 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Z Setting menu etc. Matters Problems Possible causes Solutions Screens are not A language other than English is selected Select [ENGLISH]. LCD monitor displayed in in the [ ] setting in the [SET-UP] display English.
  • Page 38 L310GB.book Page 38 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Troubleshooting Matters Problems Possible causes Solutions The Shooting mode is set to ,, ., Cannot set Change the Shooting mode. Intelligent Face Intelligent Face , or Detection Detection. The Shooting mode is set to H, ,, ., Cannot set the Change the Shooting mode.
  • Page 39 L310GB.book Page 39 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Matters Problems Possible causes Solutions AC power adapter was connected or Connect or disconnect the AC power adapter only Photographed disconnected during turning the camera when the camera is off. Failing to turn the camera Recording images images or movies off first can result in damage to the Memory Card...
  • Page 40 L310GB.book Page 40 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Troubleshooting Z Playing back Matters Problems Possible causes Solutions The camera volume is set too low. Adjust the volume. Playing back The camera does The microphone was blocked during Take care not to block the microphone during movie / voice not emit any shooting/recording.
  • Page 41 Briefly remove the batteries or disconnect the AC The camera no temporarily. power adapter. Then reload the batteries or longer works reconnect the AC power adapter and try again. If correctly. you think the camera is faulty, contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

  • Page 42: Specifications

    Effective pixels 10.0 million pixels 1/2.3-inch CCD Storage media Internal memory (approx. 58 MB)/xD-Picture Card (16/32/64/128/256/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB)/SD/SDHC Memory Card (FUJIFILM recommendation) File format Still image: DCF-compliant Compressed: Exif ver.2.2 JPEG, DPOF-compatible Design rule for Camera File System compliant/DPOF compatible...
  • Page 43 L310GB.book Page 43 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM System Sensitivity AUTO/AUTO(400)/AUTO(800)/AUTO(1600)/Equivalent to ISO 64/100/200/400/800/1600/3200 (max.number of recorded pixels:[)/6400 (max.number of recorded pixels:[) (Standard output sensitivity) Photometry TTL 256-zones metering Multi, Spot, Average Exposure control Program AE (When using P mode : Program Shift is enabled)/Shutter priority AE/Aperture priority AE/ Manual exposure ([NATURAL &...
  • Page 44 L310GB.book Page 44 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Specifications System White balance Automatic scene recognition/Preset (Fine, Shade, Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Fluorescent (Cool White), Incandescent) /Custom Self-timer Approx. 2 sec./10 sec. Flash type Auto flash Effective range: (S: AUTO): approx.
  • Page 45 L310GB.book Page 45 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Power Supply and Others Power supply Use one of the following: • 4× AA-size alkaline batteries • 4× AA-size Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) batteries (sold separately) • AC Power Adapter AC-5VX (sold separately) Guide to the number of Battery Type With LCD monitor ON...
  • Page 46 L310GB.book Page 46 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Specifications Z Standard number of available frames/recording time per xD-Picture Card, SD Memory Card and internal memory The number of available frames and recording time is approximate. Actual number of frames and recording time varies depending on the types of Memory Card or shooting condition.
  • Page 47 (frame erase) image files. In such a case, erase all frames or format the xD-Picture Card before use. Back up important frames (files) onto your PC or another media. These specifications are subject to change without notice. FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting from errors in this Basic Manual.

  • Page 48: Fujifilm Digital Camera Worldwide Network

    Technical support & Repair service Ecuador Simón Bolivar 5-69 y Hno. Miguel - Cuenca Importaciones Espacri Cia. Ltda. TEL +593 783 5526 FAX +593 783 3157 portiz@fujifilm.com.ec Technical support & Repair service Mexico Fujifilm de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. Av. Ejercito Nacional 351, Col. Granada 11520 Mexico, D.F.
  • Page 49 Technical support & Repair service Peru Pablo Bermudez 111 Apartado 3794 - Esq. Arequipa - Lima 11 Procesos de Color S.A. TEL +51 14 33 5563 FAX +51 14 33 7177 jalvarado@fujifilm.com.pe Technical support & Repair service Uruguay Cuareim 1439, montevideo, Uruguay Fotocamara S.R.L.
  • Page 50 FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network Germany Benzstrasse 2, 47533 Kleve, Germany FUJIFILM Electronic Imaging Europe International call TEL +49 211 50890 FAX +49 211 5089668 service@fujifilm.de GmbH National call* TEL 0180 5898980 FAX 0180 5898982 Technical support & Repair service...
  • Page 51 TEL +7-095-797-3434 FAX +7-095-797-3434 Slovakia Pribylinska 2, 831 04 Bratislava, Slovakia Fujifilm Slovakia TEL 00421 2 44 888 077 FAX 00421 2 44 889 300 fujifilm@fujifilm.sk Technical support Repair service FIS Tatracentrum, Hodzovo nam. 4 - Tatracentrum, 811 06 Bratislava, Slovakia TEL 00421 2 54 647 347 fis.tatracentrum@stonline.sk...
  • Page 52 Repair service OCEANIA Australia FUJIFILM Australia Pty Ltd Locked Bag 5100, Brookvale, NSW, 2100 TEL 1800 226 355 FAX +61 (2) 9466 2854 digital@fujifilm.com.au Technical support & Repair service Fiji 70-72 Cumming Street,Suva,Fiji Brijlal & Co. Ltd TEL (679)3304133 FAX (679)3302777 kapadia@connect.com.fj Technical support &...
  • Page 53 Repair service 24 Sto. Domingo St., Quezon City 1100, Philippines TEL 632-7436601~06 FAX 632-7324661 tech_services@yklcolor.com Singapore 10 New Industrial Road Fujifilm Building Singapore 536201 FUJIFILM (Singapore) Pte Ltd TEL 65-6380 5557 FAX 65-6281 3594 service@fujifilm.com.sg Technical support & Repair service South Korea Korea Fujifilm Co., Ltd.

  • Page 54: Notes And Cautions

    • FUJIFILM Corporation cannot accept liability for any incidental • If liquid crystal gets into your eye: losses (such as the costs of photography or the loss of income Flush the affected eye with clean water for at least 15 minutes from photography) incurred as a result of faults with this product.

  • Page 55: About The Icons

    AC power adapter. Continued use of the camera when it is emitting Unplug smoke, is emitting any unusual odor, or is in any from power other abnormal state can cause a fire or electric shock. socket. • Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
  • Page 56 Use only the battery or AC power adapters specified shock. for use with this camera. • If the cord is damaged, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Do not use voltages other than the power supply voltage shown. The use of other power sources can cause a fire.
  • Page 57 Do not use the charger to charge batteries other than those specified here. The Ni-MH battery charger is designed for Fujifilm HR-AA Ni-MH Keep out of the reach of small children. batteries. Using the charger to charge conventional batteries or This product could cause injury in the hands of a child.

  • Page 58: Power Supply And Battery

    The camera may not operate if you use Build-up of dust in your camera can cause a fire or electric shock. a depleted battery in cold conditions. • Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to request internal cleaning Z Charging the Battery every 2 years.
  • Page 59 L310GB.book Page 59 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Z Battery Life Camera uses AA-size alkaline or Ni-MH (nickelmetal At normal temperatures, the battery can be used at least 300 times. hydride) rechargeable batteries If the time for which the battery provides power shortens markedly, this indicates that the battery has reached the end of its effective life Z Applicable Batteries and should be replaced.
  • Page 60 L310GB.book Page 60 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM Notes and Cautions Z Using the AA-size Ni-MH batteries correctly • Do not use new with used batteries. Do not use charged and discharged batteries together. Ni-MH batteries left unused in storage for long periods can become •...
  • Page 61 Notes on both models ( Z AC Power Adapter Always use the AC Power Adapter (sold separately) with the camera. The use of an AC Power adapter other than FUJIFILM AC Power Adapter (sold separately) can be damaged to your digital camera.
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  • Page 68 L310GB.book Page 62 Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:44 PM 7-3, AKASAKA 9-CHOME, MINATO-KU, TOKYO 107-0052, JAPAN http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/index.html Printed in...

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