BC-40N A/V cable (1)

BC-40ND

USB cable (1)

Camera Parts and Features
Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on using the camera parts or features.
A Shutter button B FinePix F480 / FinePix F485: POWER button FinePix J50: ON/OFF button C Self-timer lamp (p.52) D Speaker E Microphone F Flash (p.49) G Zoom switch (p.26, 33) H Lens (Lens cover) I n/j Low light view button (p.53)/ Erase button (p.36) J Strap mount K Mode dial L q/d Flash button (p.49) M w (Playback) button N Battery cover O Battery compartment P Memory Card slot (p.16) Q ; USB socket A/V OUT (Audio/Visual output) socket (p.87) R Indicator lamp (p.28) S LCD monitor T MENU/OK button U p/e Macro button (p.48) V Tripod mount W DISP (Display)/BACK button (p.31, 32) X o/* Self-timer button (p.51)
Example of LCD Monitor Text Display

Z Shooting mode

A ( Self-timer (p.51) B e Macro (close-up) (p.48) C C Flash (p.49) D s Shooting mode (p.41) E Battery level indicator (p.22) F AF frame (p.26) G Date/Time (p.20) H 9 White balance (p.60) I f Continuous shooting (p.61) J iN Quality mode (p.57) K Number of available frames (p.122) L ISO 100 Sensitivity (p.57) M { AF warning (p.107) N | Camera shake warning (p.107) O Increasing monitor brightness (p.53) P Y Internal memory (p.18) Q S Exposure compensation (p.59)

Z Playback mode

A w Playback mode (p.32) B u DPOF (p.63) C F Protection (p.67) D Frame number (p.81) E Present (p.32)
FinePix F480 / FinePix F485 / FinePix J50 has internal memory that can store images without Memory Card. Y appears on the LCD monitor when the internal memory is active.

Charging the Battery

The battery is not fully charged at shipment and must be fully charged before being used. Z Compatible battery Rechargeable Battery NP-40N (1) Indicator

NP -4 0N

Load the battery into the battery charger.
<For Battery Charger BC-40N> Rechargeable Battery NP-40N
Set the battery correctly as indicated by the polarity icon.

Terminals CAUTION

The battery is not fully charged at shipment and must be fully charged before being used. Do not stick labels onto the battery as this could cause the battery to become jammed inside the camera. Any contact between the battery terminals could cause the battery to short circuit and overheat. See Notes and Cautions for information on the battery. Always use the Rechargeable Battery NP-40N (included) or NP-40 (sold separately). The use of other brands of rechargeable battery could cause faults or damage to the camera. Do not split or peel outer labels of the battery.

Battery Charger BC-40N

<For Battery Charger BC-40ND> Rechargeable Battery NP-40N

Battery Charger BC-40ND

Plug the battery charger into a power outlet.
Z <Charging Indicator and Statuses>
Getting Ready Charging Indicator Off Status Battery not loaded Fully charged (charging complete) Charging Battery fault during charging Action Load the battery to be charged. Remove the battery from the battery charger. Unplug the battery charger and remove the battery from the battery charger.
The charging indicator lights orange and charging begins. When charging is completed, the indicator turns off. Charging completes after about 2 hours. <For Battery Charger BC-40N>
Off Lit orange Blinking orange

To power outlet CAUTION

Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet when it is not in use. If the terminals of battery are soiled, it may not be possible to charge it. Clean the battery terminals and battery charger terminals with a clean, dry cloth. Charging times increase at low temperatures. The NP-40N gradually loses its charge even when not used. Charge a NP-40N just before taking pictures (in the last day or two).
<For Battery Charger BC-40ND>

To power outlet

Loading the Battery
Battery is required to operate the digital camera. At first, load the battery in the camera.

Open the battery cover.

Load the battery.
Make sure that the indicators are aligned. Push the battery release catch aside while loading the battery. Check that the battery is firmly held in place. Battery release catch
Check that the camera is turned off before opening the battery cover.

Indicator

Do not open the battery cover while the camera is on. This could damage the Memory Card or ruin the image files on the Memory Card. Do not apply force to the battery cover.
Load the battery in the correct direction.

Close the battery cover.

To remove the battery Battery release catch
Open the battery cover, and unlock the battery release catch with your finger.
Make sure the camera is turned off before removing the battery.

Loading the Memory Card

Although you can store pictures in the cameras internal memory, you can store many more images on the Memory Card (sold separately). You can use the xDPicture Card and the SD Memory Card with the FinePix F480 / FinePix F485 / FinePix J50. In this Owners Manual, these cards are expressed as Memory Card. SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards They are operation-checked at FUJIFILM Corporation. Maker: SanDisk MEMO
Compatible Memory Cards will be updated in our website: http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/index.html Depending on the SD Memory Card, recording of movies may be interrupted. Use of above mentioned SD Memory Cards are recommended. The camera is not compatible with multimedia cards.

?(s/,/./ 8/ / / / / / / / / )
e (p) Macro button d (q) Flash button * (o) Self-timer button
Using the Photography Functions Procedure of Setting Z Specifying functions using [SHOOTING MENU] (MENU/OK button)
[ [ ISO] QUALITY] Use to specify required sensitivity setting (p.57). Use to specify required image size (p.57). Use this setting to obtain the correct exposure (only s) (p.59). Use to adjust the color tone (only s) (p.60).
[ EXP. COMPENSATION] [ WHITE BALANCE]
SHOOTING MENU SCENE POSITION ISO QUALITY EXP. COMPENSATION WHITE BALANCE M AUTO N +0 AUTO
Setting the Shooting Mode
You can select the most suitable setting according to the subject by selecting one of the Shooting modes. Turn the mode dial and select the shooting mode. Z Selecting Scene position setting (? Scene Position)
You can choose from various types (,,., 8, , , , , , , , , s) of scene. Select the scene position setting in the [ SCENE POSITION] in the [SHOOTING MENU]. See p.39 for information on the available. ,
Photography functions: * [q AUTO] (p.43) * [ BABY MODE] (p.43) *[ PICTURE STABILIZATION] (p.43) * [b RED EYE REDUCTION] (p.43) *[ DIGITAL ZOOM] (p.43) * [m PORTRAIT] (p.44) * ? Scene Position CHECK
See p.50 for information on available flash modes. When anything other than [s MANUAL] in the Photography mode is selected, only [AUTO] can be selected for the [ISO] (sensitivity) setting.
A Set the Mode dial to ?.
MANUAL LANDSCAPE SPORT NIGHT

Clear scenic shots

SET CANCEL
B Press MENU/OK to open the menu.
C Press n or o to select [ POSITION].

D Press q.

E Press n or o to select the setting.
F Press MENU/OK to confirm the setting.

Shooting Mode

This section describes the available shooting modes. CAUTION

Setting the mode (p.41)

[AUTO]
This is the easiest mode for providing crisp and clear shots. Use this mode for ordinary photography. Camera specifies [ EXP. COMPENSATION] and [ WHITE BALANCE] settings automatically.
Flash fires automatically. Do not use this mode at situations where the flash cannot be used.
When using the flash to take a picture of people in low-light conditions, eyes may sometimes appear red in the picture. This is caused by the light of the flash reflecting off the inside of the eye.

BABY MODE]

This function is suitable for taking pictures of young children. This mode C suppresses the flash so that you can take their picture with a natural ambience. CHECK
Flash cannot be used in the Baby mode.

DIGITAL ZOOM]

Using this mode allows you to enlarge your subject automatically 3x and to shoot an enlarged image quickly. Further zoom is available by adjusting the zoom switch to activate optical zoom. Z Zoom bar display FinePix F480 / FinePix F485

PICTURE STABILIZATION]

This function is suitable for taking a pictures of moving subjects such as children or pets. Use this mode to select a fast shutter speed that reduces camera shake and moving-subject blurring.

Digital zoom: 3

Optical zoom: 4

[bRED EYE REDUCTION]

This mode is suitable for shooting portraits in low-light conditions. Use this mode to minimize red-eye (eyes appear in red in the finished photo). FinePix J50

Max. zoom scale: 12

Optical zoom: 5

Max. zoom scale: 15

Shooting Mode CAUTION
Using the [ DIGITAL ZOOM] allows you to enlarge your subject and shoot it. However, it will lower your image quality. Set the [ DIGITAL ZOOM] when requiring it. When using [ DIGITAL ZOOM], an increasing speckling effect might be observed in the LCD monitor. [ DIGITAL ZOOM] is different from [ DIGITAL ZOOM] (p.82) selected in [ SET-UP] menu. With [ DIGITAL ZOOM], optical zoom adjustment is available but digital zoom adjustment is not available.

[. SPORT]

Use this mode to take pictures of a moving subject. It gives priority to faster shutter speeds.

[m PORTRAIT]

Use this mode for photography to get beautiful skin tones and soft overall tone.

[8 NIGHT]

Use this mode for shooting evening and night scenes. A picture is taken with a slow shutter of up to 3 seconds.

[, LANDSCAPE]

Use this mode for shooting scenery in daylight and provides crisp, clear shots of scenery such as buildings and mountains. CHECK
Flash cannot be used in the Landscape mode.
Use a tripod to prevent camera shake, because a picture is taken with a slow shutter.

NATURAL LIGHT]

This mode produces beautiful images that retain the natural ambience when shots are taken in low-light conditions. This mode is also ideal for shooting indoor or situations where the flash cannot be used. Camera sets the high-sensitivity setting when selecting the Natural light mode. This mode is effective for reducing camera shake and moving-subject blurring when taking pictures in low-light conditions. CHECK

Setting the [SHOOTING MENU]
A Press MENU/OK to open the [SHOOTING MENU].
D Press n or o to change the setting.
E Press MENU/OK to confirm the setting. B Press n or o to select the menu.
Z List of [SHOOTING MENU] options
Menu [ SCENE POSITION] (p.41) Functions This setting can be used when the Mode dial is set to ?. Use this setting to provide the best photography menu setting for the scene being shot. Settings s/,/./8/ / / / / / / / / , Factory default

ISO] (p.57)

Specifies required sensitivity setting of the ambient light around the subject. [AUTO]/[800]/[400]/[200]/ The larger value of the sensitivity, the higher sensitivity is obtained. [100] The higher sensitivity settings will allow you to take pictures in darker locations.
Specifies the image size. QUALITY] (p.57) The larger image size, the better image quality is obtained. The smaller iF/iN/%/4/2/` image size, the larger number of images are recorded. This setting can be used when the Shooting mode is set to s. Use this setting to obtain the correct exposure. 2 EV to +2 EV (1/3 EV increments) [AUTO] / 6 / 7 / 9 / 0 / -/8 [fTOP 3]/[OFF]
[ EXP. COMPENSATION] (p.59)
This setting can be used when the Shooting mode is set to s. [ WHITE BALANCE] Use this setting to adjust the color balance to suit the color of the (p.60) ambient light around the subject. [ CONTINUOUS] (p.61) Use this setting to select the required Continuous shooting mode.
Using [SHOOTING MENU] MEMO
Note that the shooting menu will vary depending on the selected shooting mode. When shooting mode is set to q, , , , m.
SHOOTING MENU ISO QUALITY CONTINUOUS SET - UP AUTO N
When shooting mode is set to ,,., 8, , , , , , , , , (mode dial set to ?).
SHOOTING MENU SCENE POSITION ISO QUALITY CONTINUOUS SET - UP AUTO N
When shooting mode is set to s (mode dial set to ?).
SHOOTING MENU SCENE POSITION ISO QUALITY EXP. COMPENSATION WHITE BALANCE AUTO M AUTO N

[SHOOTING MENU]

Changing the sensitivity setting ([ ISO])
Use this menu to specify required sensitivity setting of the ambient light around the subject. The larger value of the sensitivity, the higher sensitivity is obtained. The higher sensitivity settings will allow you to take pictures in darker locations. CHECK
Settings [AUTO]/[800]/[400]/[200]/[100] Selecting [AUTO] as the sensitivity setting, the camera selects the best sensitivity setting for the subjects brightness. The selected sensitivity setting appears on the M ISO 100 LCD monitor when the sensitivity setting is set to another setting excluding [AUTO].

This setting is retained when the camera is turned off (S icon appears). Set the exposure compensation to 0 EV unless compensation is required. Any of the following disables exposure compensation: - Using the flash in AUTO or b mode - Shooting dark scenes in d mode
negative () compensation CHECK
Compensation range: 2 EV to +2 EV (13 steps in 1/3 EV increments) Explanation of Terms EV (p.124) The LCD monitor brightness will increase or decrease depending on the exposure compensation setting.
Setting the menu (p.54) MEMO
In [AUTO] mode, the correct white balance may not be achieved for subjects such as close-ups of peoples faces and pictures taken under a special light source. Select the correct white balance for the light source. When the flash fires, the white balance setting for the flash is used. Consequently, to achieve a particular effect, the flash mode should be set to [C SUPPRESSED FLASH] (p.49). The color tones may vary depending on the shooting conditions (light source, etc.). After taking the picture, check the image color (white balance). Explanation of Terms White Balance (p.124)
Adjusting color balance ([ WHITE BALANCE])
Adjust the color balance based on white to suit the color of the ambient light around the subject.

WHITE BALANCE AUTO

[AUTO]: Automatic adjustment 6 : Shooting outdoors in good weather 7: Shooting in shade 9 : Shooting under Daylight fluorescent lamps 0 : Shooting under Warm White fluorescent lamps - : Shooting under Cool White fluorescent lamps 8 : Shooting in incandescent light
Taking pictures continuously ([ CONTINUOUS])
Available Shooting modes: s, AUTO, ,,., 8, , , , , , , , , , , , m,

STORING

Press the shutter button to shoot 3 frames continuously.
Use this mode to take pictures of a moving subject.
SHOOTING MENU CONTINUOUS SET - UP

TOP 3 OFF

The file recording time using the continuous shooting may increase when recording in the xD-Picture Card or internal memory.

Number of available frames is limited depending on the available space on the Memory Card or internal memory. The focus is determined in the first frame and cannot be changed in mid-sequence. The exposure is determined in the first frame. The speed of continuous shooting varies depending on the shutter speed. The flash cannot be used as the flash mode is set to [C SUPPRESSED FLASH] (p.49). However, when the mode is changed back to normal photography, the flash setting specified before continuous shooting was selected is restored. The results are always displayed after you shoot.

Using [PLAYBACK MENU]

Use this menu to play back photographed images.

PLAYBACK MENU

Setting the [PLAYBACK MENU]
A Press w to set the camera to Playback mode (p.32).
ERASE SLIDE SHOW PROTECT COPY

BACK FRAME

PRINT ORDER (DPOFALL FRAMES )
E Press n or o to change the setting.
B Press MENU/OK to open the [PLAYBACK MENU].
C Press n or o to select the menu.

[PLAYBACK MENU]

Setting automatic playback ([ SLIDE SHOW])
Use this mode to play back photographed images continuously. You can select playback interval and type of image transition.

Setting the menu (p.62)

DPOF set frame ([ PRINT ORDER (DPOF)])
You can specify the image, number of prints, with or without date of printing with a DPOF-compatible printer.
PLAYBACK MENU WITH DATE SLIDE SHOW WITHOUT DATE RESET PRINT ORDER (DPOF ) ALL PROTECT COPY ERASE
PLAYBACK MENU ERASE NORMAL SLIDE SHOW NORMAL WIPE PRINT ORDER (DPOF ) WIPE PROTECT COPY

[WITH DATEE] MEMO

To interrupt [ SLIDE SHOW], press MENU/OK. Press p or q to advance or go back through the images. The Auto power off function (p.85) does not operate during slide show. Movie starts automatically. When the movie ends, the playback function moves it on. Press DISP/BACK once during playback to display onscreen help.
: The date will be imprinted on your prints. [WITHOUT DATE] : The date will not be imprinted on your prints. [RESET ALL] : All DPOF settings will be canceled.
Setting the menu (p.62) MEMO Canceling DPOF setting
A Press MENU/OK to open the [PLAYBACK MENU] and press n or o to select [ PRINT ORDER (DPOF)]. B Press q. C Press n or o to select [WITH DATE E] or [WITHOUT DATE] and press MENU/OK to display the print order screen. D Press p or q to select the frame (file) with the DPOF setting you want to cancel. E Press o to set the number of prints to 0 (zero). To cancel the DPOF setting for another frame (file), repeat steps D and E. Always press MENU/OK to complete the settings. [RESET ALL] (p.65)
[WITH DATE] / [WITHOUT DATE]
Selecting [WITH DATEE], E appears on the LCD monitor and the date will be imprinted on your prints.
PRINT ORDER (DPOF) DPOF : 00009

Turn your Macintosh on and start up Mac OS X. Do not launch any other applications. When the bundled CD-ROM is loaded into the CD-ROM drive, the [FinePix] icon appears. Double-click the [FinePix] icon to open the [FinePix] volume window. Double-click on [Installer for MacOSX]. The Installer setup dialog appears. Click the [Installing FinePixViewer] button.
For more information on what is installed, click the [Read Me First] button and [Using FinePixViewer] button.
The [Authenticate] dialog appears. Enter the name and password for the administrator account and then click the [OK] button.*
* The administrator account is the user account used for
Mac OS X installation and you can confirm the user account in the Accounts dialog in the System Preferences.
Install FinePixViewer as directed by the onscreen instructions. The [FinePixViewer installation completed] message dialog appears. Then click exit button and close it.
When Safari is used as the Web browser, a message may be displayed and the CD-ROM may not be removed. If this happens, click the Safari icon in the Dock to make Safari the active application and then select [Quit Safari] in the [Safari] menu to shut down Safari. Software Installation
Launch [Image Capture] from the [Applications] folder.
Change the Image Capture settings. Select [Preferences.] from the [Image Capture] menu.
10 Select [Other.] from [When a camera is

connected, open].

11 Select [FPVBridge] from [FinePixViewer]
folder in the [Applications] folder and click the [Open] button.
12 Select [Quit Image Capture] menu in the

[Image Capture] menu.

Connecting to a PC
By connecting the camera to a PC, your system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses. Using FinePixViewer performs images saving, browsing and file management etc. FinePixViewer Overview Enables importing images, managing files and folders, and ordering prints using the internet (only Windows users). CAUTION
The Windows CD-ROM may also be required during installation. In this event, change CD-ROMs as directed by the on-screen instructions.
Do not format the Memory Card in the camera on the PC. Use the Memory Card with images taken by a FUJIFILM Digital camera.
B Connect the camera to your PC using the USB cable. ; USB socket
Refer to Software Installation (p.92, 94) the first time you connect the camera to your PC. Install the software first. Do not connect the camera to the PC before installing all the software.
CD-ROM (Software for FinePix) C Press w for about 1 second to turn the camera on in Playback mode. D Set your PC.

When there are many images stored on a Memory Card, it takes a while to display on the screen of your PC. Also, it may take a while to import images or you may be unable to save images. In this case, use an Image Memory Card Reader.
You can only see images saved on a PC. Save images on a PC. If you cancel saving by clicking the [Cancel] button, press POWER (FinePix F480 / FinePix F485) / ON/OFF (FinePix J50) to turn off the camera and then disconnect it from the PC. When the camera is connected to your PC, FinePixViewer automatically starts up by the function of Exif Launcher, which is installed in FinePixViewer. Proceed to Using FinePixViewer (p.100).

CAUTION (Mac OS X)

If FinePixViewer does not start up automatically, the software may not be installed correctly. Set your PC again after disconnecting the camera and restart.
CAUTION (Mac OS X) Note on disconnecting the camera
Close all files in the camera, and make sure the camera is not exchanging data. The camera and PC may be exchanging data even when [Copying] disappears from your PC screen, especially in the case of copying large data amounts. Do not disconnect the USB cable (included), immediately after this message has disappeared. Always check that the indicator lamp is off first before disconnecting.

Using FinePixViewer

Mastering FinePixViewer
For all information on FinePixViewer functions, refer to [How to Use FinePixViewer] in the Help menu for details. What is explained in [How to Use FinePixViewer]. [How to Use FinePixViewer] covers a range of topics, including batch processing and ordering prints. Example: Looking up slide shows A Click [How to Use FinePixViewer] in the FinePixViewer Help menu. B Click [Basic Operation] and then click [Slide Show] in the menu that appears. C The [Slide Show] information appears. Press the [<<<] key to view the previous page or the [>>>] key to view the next page.
Uninstalling the software
Only perform this operation when you no longer require the installed software or when the software was not installed correctly.

Windows

A Check that the camera is not connected to the PC. B Quit all currently running applications. C The steps for uninstalling software differ depending on the operating system. Follow the steps for each operating system to uninstall the software listed below. The following software is to be uninstalled: For Windows 98 SE/Me users
FinePixViewer FinePix Resource
For Windows 2000/XP/Vista users

FinePixViewer S

To remove FinePixViewer
To remove the driver software
D When the message appears, click the [OK] button. Check your selection carefully since the process cannot be canceled once you click the [OK] button.

Macintosh

Quit FinePixViewer. Then drag the installed FinePixViewer folder to the Trash and select [Empty Trash] in the [Finder] menu.

[FOCUS ERROR] [ZOOM ERROR] [NO CARD]
The camera cannot shoot the picture at the correct brightness due to too bright or dark shooting condition. Camera malfunction or fault.
Memory Card is not inserted when transferring images. The Memory Card or internal memory is not formatted. The Memory Card was formatted on a PC. The Memory Card contact area is soiled.

[CARD NOT INITIALIZED]

Camera fault.
Warning Displayed Explanation The Memory Card contact area is soiled. The Memory Card format is incorrect. [CARD ERROR] Remedy Wipe the contact area on the Memory Card with a soft, dry cloth. It may be necessary to format the Memory Card (p.84). If the message still appears, replace the Memory Card. Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.
Camera fault. The Memory Card is damaged. Inserted Memory Card is not compatible with your Insert a compatible Memory Card that is operationcamera. checked at FUJIFILM Corporation (p.16). The internal memory or Memory Card is full. Erase some images in internal memory or Memory Card (p.36), or use a Memory Card that has ample free space.
[\ MEMORY FULL] [Y MEMORY FULL]

[WRITE ERROR]

The data could not be recorded due to a Memory Re-insert the Memory Card or turn the camera off Card error or a connection error between the and then on again. If the message still appears, Memory Card and camera. contact your FUJIFILM dealer. The image cannot be recorded as it is too large to Use a new Memory Card. fit in the available space on the Memory Card. The Memory Card or internal memory is not Format the Memory Card or internal memory on formatted. the camera (p.84). The SD Memory Card switch is slide to the Lock side. Unlock the protection by sliding it back (p.17). Erase some images from the internal memory (p.36), or use a Memory Card that has ample free space. Use a Memory Card that was formatted on the camera. A Insert a formatted Memory Card into the camera. B Set [RENEW] as the [FRAME NO.] setting in the [ SET-UP] menu (p.81). C Start taking pictures (The frame number starts from 100-0001). D Set [CONT.] as the [FRAME NO.] setting in the [ SET-UP] menu.

[PROTECTED CARD]

[INTERNAL MEMORY IS The data could not be recorded or copied since the FULL] internal memory is full. [INSERT A NEW CARD] [BUSY] The timing for recording was incorrect because the Memory Card was formatted on a PC. The frame number has reached 999-9999.

[FRAME NO. FULL]

Warning Displayed
Explanation The played back file was not recorded correctly. The Memory Card contact area is soiled.

Remedy

[READ ERROR]
This file cannot be played back. Wipe the contact area on the Memory Card with a soft, dry cloth. It may be necessary to format the Memory Card (p.84). If the message still appears, replace the Memory Card. Camera fault. Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. An attempt was made to play back the image or the The movie and image cannot be played back. movie that was not recorded on this camera. An attempt was made to show 5,000 or more image No more than 4,999 images can be shown by date by date sorting. sorting. An attempt was made to erase a protected file. Protected files cannot be erased. Remove the protection (p.67). Protected files cannot be rotated. Remove the protection (p.67). It is impossible to copy.

The Memory Card contact area is soiled. Wipe the Memory Card contact area with a soft, dry cloth. The Memory Card is damaged. The batteries have run out. The Auto power off function has turned the camera off. Insert a new Memory Card. Load fully charged batteries. Turn the camera on. The LCD monitor may darken for charging flash. Wait a short time.

Basic operations

The LCD monitor darkens after taking a picture.
You took pictures with flash.

Focusing

Camera has difficulty in focusing on the subject.
You took a close-up shot without selecting Select Macro mode. Macro mode. You photographed scenery with Macro mode selected. You are shooting a subject that is not suited to autofocusing (p.30). The Shooting mode is set to b, m, ,,., 8, , , , , or. Cancel Macro mode. Use AF/AE lock to take the picture. Change the Shooting mode.
Cannot set the camera to Macro (close-up) mode.

Matters

Problems

Possible causes

Solutions

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The shutter button was pressed while the Wait until the charging is completed flash was charging. before pressing the shutter button. Cannot use the flash. The Shooting mode is set to , , or. The batteries have run out. The flash is set to [C SUPPRESSED FLASH] mode. The flash settings The Shooting mode is set to AUTO, are restricted and , b, , ,,., 8, , , cannot be , , , , or. selected. The playback image is dark even though the flash was used. The subject is too far away. Your finger was covering the flash. The lens is dirty. The image is blurred. { appeared when taking pictures. | appeared when taking pictures. , , , ,, , Change the Shooting mode. Load fully charged batteries. Set to another flash mode excluding the [C SUPPRESSED FLASH] mode. The flash settings are restricted because the camera settings are tailored to the scene being shot. Change the Shooting mode for a wider range of flash settings. Move to within the effective flash range before taking the picture. Hold the camera correctly. Clean the lens. Check the focus on the subject and take pictures. It may cause camera shake. Hold the camera steadily.

41, 50

48, 26, 29, 107 27, 107

Photographed images

The picture was taken with a slow shutter This is a characteristic of CCDs and does There is speckling speed (long exposure) in a highnot indicate a camera fault. on the image. temperature environment.
Matters Problems Possible causes AC power adapter was connected or disconnected during turning the camera on. Solutions Connect or disconnect the AC power adapter and DC coupler only when the camera is off. Failing to turn the camera off first can result in damage to the Memory Card or malfunctions during PC connection. Page

Photographed Recording images images or movies are not recorded.

Z Playing back

Matters Problems Possible causes The camera volume is set too low. Playing back movie Solutions Adjust the volume. Page 77, 83
The camera does The microphone was blocked during Take care not to block the microphone 10, 75 not emit any shooting/recording. during shooting/recording. sound. There is something covering the speaker Make sure that the speaker is uncovered. 10, 77 during playback. Erasing [FRAME] Some frames may be protected. does not erase the frame. Unprotect frames using the camera on which the protection was first applied. 67

Erasing

Erasing [ALL FRAMES] does not erase all the frames. [CONT.] in the frame number setting does not function. You opened the battery cover without Always turn the camera off when turning the camera off when replacing the replacing the batteries or Memory Card. batteries or Memory Card. Opening the battery cover without turning the camera off may cause the frame number memory to not function.

Frame No.

Z Connecting
Matters Problems Possible causes The camera is not connected to the TV correctly. Solutions Connect the camera and TV correctly. Page 87

Connecting to TV

The included video cable or A/V cable was After the movie playback mode is stopped, connect the camera and TV There is no image connected during movie playback. correctly. or sound on the TV. TV is selected as the TV input. Set the TV input to VIDEO. The video output setting is incorrect. The TV volume is turned down. The TV image is black and white. The video output setting is incorrect. Change the setting to [NTSC] or [PAL]. Adjust the volume. Change the setting to [NTSC] or [PAL].

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PC does not Connecting to PC recognize the camera. Connecting to printer Cannot print with PictBridge.
The USB cable is not correctly connected Set up the camera, and connect the USB to the PC or camera. cable correctly. The USB cable is not correctly connected to the printer or camera. The printer is not turned on. Set up the camera, and connect the USB cable correctly. Turn the printer on.

Troubleshooting Z Others

Matters Problems Nothing happens when pressing the buttons on the camera. Camera operation etc. The camera no longer works correctly. Possible causes Camera malfunction may be caused temporarily. Solutions Briefly remove the battery / DC coupler, or disconnect the AC power adapter and DC coupler. Then reload the battery / DC coupler or reconnect the AC power adapter and DC coupler and try again. Load fully charged battery. Briefly remove the battery / DC coupler, or disconnect the AC power adapter and DC coupler. Then reload the battery / DC coupler or reconnect the AC power adapter and DC coupler and try again. If you think the camera is faulty, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Page

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The batteries have run out. Camera malfunction may be caused temporarily.

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Specifications
System Model Effective pixels CCD Storage media File format
Digital camera FinePix F480 / FinePix F485
8.15 million pixels 1/2.5-inch
Digital camera FinePix J50
Internal memory (approx. 12 MB)/xD-Picture Card (16/32/64/128/256/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB) /SD/SDHC Memory Card (FUJIFILM recommendation (p.16)) Still image: DCF-compliant Compressed: Exif ver.2.2 JPEG, DPOF-compatible *Design rule for Camera File System compliant/DPOF compatible Movie: AVI format, Motion JPEG Audio: Monaural sound
Number of recorded pixels Still image: pixels/pixels/ pixels/pixels/ pixels (i/%/4/2/`) File size Lens Focal length See the table on the p.optical zoom lens F2.7 (Wide-angle)-F5.4 (Telephoto) 5 optical zoom lens F3.2 (Wide-angle)-F4.8 (Telephoto)
f=4.6 mm-18.4 mm f=6.2 mm-31.0 mm (Equivalent to approx. 28 mm-112 mm on a 35 mm (Equivalent to approx. 37 mm-185 mm on a 35 mm camera) camera)

System

Digital zoom Aperture Focal range (from lens surface)
Approx. 6.9 (4 optical zoom lens is used together: Approx. 6.9 (5 optical zoom lens is used together: Max. zoom scale: approx. 27.6) Max. zoom scale: approx. 34.5) F2.7-F5.3 (Wide-angle) F5.4-F10.9 (Telephoto) F3.2-F5.2 (Wide-angle) F4.8-F8.0 (Telephoto)
Normal: approx. 40 cm (1.3 ft.) to infinity Normal: wide-angle: approx. 40 cm (1.3 ft.) to infinity Macro: wide-angle: approx. 5 cm (1.9 in.) to 80 cm (2.6 ft.) telephoto: approx. 60 cm (2.0 ft.) to telephoto: approx. 30 cm (1.0 ft.) to 80 cm infinity (2.6 ft.) Macro: wide-angle: approx. 5 cm (1.9 in.) to 80 cm (2.6 ft.) telephoto: approx. 50 cm (1.6 ft.) to 80 cm (2.6 ft.) [AUTO]/Equivalent to ISO [100]/[200]/[400]/[800] (Standard output sensitivity) TTL 64-zones metering Program AE ([BABY MODE])/m ([PORTRAIT])/, ([LANDSCAPE])/. ([SPORT])/8 ([NIGHT])/ ([NATURAL LIGHT])/ ([BEACH])/ ([SNOW])/ ([FIREWORKS])/ ([SUNSET])/ ([FLOWER])/ ([PARTY])/ ([MUSEUM])/ ([TEXT]) 2 EV to +2 EV in 1/3 EV-step increments (s) 1/4 sec. to 1/1500 sec.* (AUTO) 4 sec. to 1/1500 sec.* (throughout all shooting mode) * depend on Exposure mode Number of recorded frames: 3 frames (0.5 frames/sec.) Mode: Single-AF AF system: TTL contrast-type AF frame selection: [CENTER] Number of recorded frames: 3 frames (0.6 frames/sec.)
Sensitivity Photometry Exposure control Scene position
Exposure compensation Shutter speed
Continuous shooting Focus
White balance Self-timer Flash type
Automatic scene recognition/Preset (Fine, Shade, Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Fluorescent (Cool White), Incandescent light) Approx. 2 sec./10 sec. Auto flash Auto flash Effective range: ( : [AUTO]) Effective range: ( : [AUTO]) Wide-angle: approx. 50 cm-4.0 m (1.6 ft.-13.1 ft.) Wide-angle: approx. 50 cm-3.5 m (1.6 ft.- 11.5 ft.) Telephoto: approx. 50 cm-2.2 m (1.6 ft.-7.2 ft.) Telephoto: approx. 50 cm-2.2 m (1.6 ft.-7.2 ft.) Macro: approx. 50 cm-80 cm (1.6 ft.-2.6 ft.) Macro: approx. 50 cm-80 cm (1.6 ft.-2.6 ft.) Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Red-eye Reduction + Slow Synchro 2.7 inches, Aspect ratio: 4:3; approx. 230,000 dots Amorphous silicon TFT color LCD monitor, Approx. 100% coverage pixels ($) (30 frames per second with monaural sound) A movie recording will stop automatically when a movie file becomes approx. 2GB. If you want to continue recording, press the shutter button again. The available recording time is displayed based on approx. 2GB. Zoom cannot be used during movie recording. Best framing, Frame NO. memory Trimming, Slide show, Multi-frame playback, Sorting by date, Image rotate PictBridge, Exif print, Language ( , English, Francais, Deutsch, Espaol, Italiano, , , , , Portugus, Nederlands, , , Magyar, Polski, Svenska), Time difference

FUJIFILM FinePix. More than you imagined
PHOTOKINA 2008, COLOGNE, GERMANY, September 23, 2008 FUJIFILM Corporation is exhibiting the latest models in the FinePix digital camera lineup at Photokina 2008 under the umbrella slogan of FUJIFILM FinePix. More than you imagined. The FinePix corner within the Fujifilm booth at Photokina 2008 is divided into three zones: Autumn 2008 New Model Touch & Try; FinePix Real Photo Technology Experience; and FinePix Technology of the Near Future. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the March 1998 debut of the FUJIFILM FinePix 700, the worlds first 1-megapixel compact digital camera. A full decade later, the new FinePix models debuting in autumn 2008 are characterized by strong product features and proprietary Fujifilm imaging technology, providing access to a compelling world of photo imaging for photography fans everywhere.

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Overview of FUJIFILM FinePix Exhibition
Autumn 2008 New Model Touch & Try The lineup of FinePix quality digital cameras on display at Photokina 2008 includes the FinePix S100FS, winner of both TIPA and EISA Awards in 2008; the top-of-its-series FinePix F100fd; the slim, stylish FinePix Z20fd and FinePix Z200fd, favorites among young people for their innovative designs; the new FinePix F60fd, debuting this autumn with a newly developed Scene Recognition AUTO function; and the FinePix S2000HD, capable of capturing full HD still photos and HD movies for playback on big-screen HDTV. FinePix Real Photo Technology Experience Embracing the concept Capture the moment as your eye sees it, Fujifilm continues to develop its state-of-the-art Real Photo Technology. Among the technological innovations showcased at Photokina 2008 is Scene Recognition AUTO, a new intelligent function that recognizes the type of scene and automatically sets the optimum shooting parameters. Another innovation, Wide Dynamic Range 400% minimizes blown-out highlights in high-contrast scenes. FinePix face detection functions are evolving as well, giving the latest Face Detection 3.0 the ability to detect faces in a mere 0.036 seconds. Extended 360 detection even identifies profiles and faces at an angle, and the same face detection technology also plays a role in the innovative Couple Timer & Group Timer functions. This corner of the Fujifilm booth lets visitors experience shooting with these innovative Real Photo Technologies and also features an HD still photo/movie output corner where visitors can discover the pleasures of HDTV-compatible photography for the entire family. FinePix Technology of the Near Future Fujifilm has developed a next-generation version of Super CCD, the proprietary

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imaging sensor that captures images as close as possible to those seen by the human eye. The development concept, structure, and image visuals will be on display at Photokina, in advance of the commercial debut of cameras featuring this new imaging sensor. Fujifilm has also developed a new visual system expected to expand the horizons of imaging and will display a world of images that far surpasses common perceptions of photography for the first time ever at Photokina 2008.
Primary Products on Display
Autumn 2008 New Model: FinePix F60fd Scene Recognition AUTO (SR AUTO) and Real Photo Technology deliver fully automatic shooting for beautiful photos with ease! Features newly developed SR AUTO intelligent scene recognition function: just point the camera and the FinePix F60fd automatically calculates the distance to the subject, the brightness of the background, and whether the subject is a person. These calculations are used to identify the scene as Portrait, Landscape, Night or Macro, for fully automatic shooting at optimum settings. Portrait photos are enhanced by the latest Face Detection 3.0, which boasts the most extensive face detection range*1. Extended 360 detection identifies faces in profile, at an angle, and facing up or down at a minimum of 0.036 seconds*1.

*1: FUJIFILM data

Fujifilms Real Photo Technology performs optimum image processing to suit the recognized scene, for beautiful results whatever the subject. For Portrait photos, the camera determines optimum focus, exposure, and white balance, ensuring natural skin tones. For Landscape shots, the full 12.0-megapixel resolution is maximized to produce beautiful photos with astonishing detail. Night scenes are

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captured in clear, crisp images with minimal noise, and Macro scenes are shot with pinpoint focus and vivid color. Autumn 2008 New Model: FinePix S2000HD Transform your living room into a theater! 15x optical zoom model lets you enjoy both photos and movies on a big-screen HDTV. The FinePix S2000HD can be connected to an HDTV using the HD connection cable*2, making it easy to display photos and movies on the big, high-resolution screen. Switching to HD shooting mode is simple, while a special HD framing guide ensures all of the photo elements will be within the screen area, even when shooting at standard 3:4 mode.

*2: Optional accessory

15x Fujinon zoom lens with wide-angle 27.6mm is suited for a broad range of photo scenarios. Autumn 2008 New Models: FinePix J150w/J120/J110w/J100 Stylish digital cameras meet a multitude of needs with 5x Fujinon optical zoom, wideangle 28mm/35mm focal range, and 3-inch/2.7-inch LCD. Features a 5x Fujinon optical zoom lens with wide-angle 28mm*3. Suited for a multitude of photo scenarios, ranging from dynamic landscape photos with realistic depth and expansive group shots to dramatic close-ups of distant subjects.

*3: J150w/J110w only

Big, bright 3.0-inch LCD*4 for enhanced viewing and camera operation.

*4: J150w/J120 only

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FinePix S Series From wide angle to telephoto, fixed-lens SLR-type digital cameras offer true photographic performance. FinePix S100FS Four types of Film Simulation modes recreate the tonality and color reproduction of reversal & pro-negative film photography. Wide Dynamic Range 400% prevents washed-out whites and captures subtle tonality in bright areas, even when shooting high-contrast scenes, resulting in rich tonal expression and exceptional detail. FinePix S8100fd 18x Fujinon zoom lens with a focal range from wide-angle 27mm through supertelephoto 486mm covers every shooting scenario. 13.5 frames/second high-speed continuous shooting mode (3M pixels). FinePix S1000fd 12x Fujinon optical zoom performance in a lightweight, palm-sized camera.
FinePix F Series The flagship FinePix F Series packs a host of state-of-the-art functions into compact camera bodies. FinePix F100fd Wide Dynamic Range 400% prevents washed-out whites and captures subtle tonality in bright areas, even when shooting high-contrast scenes, resulting in rich

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tonal expression and exceptional detail. 12-megapixel resolution and ultrahigh sensitivity ISO 12800*5 combine to produce crisp, clear high-resolution images with low noise.
*5: ISO 12800 at 3M pixels or lower
The latest Face Detection 3.0 boasts the most extensive face detection range with fast detection at a minimum of 0.036 sec*6. Extended 360 detection finds faces instantly, full profile or even upside down, and optimizes focus and exposure for beautiful faces every time.

*6: FUJIFILM data

FinePix Z Series Stylish, high-performance compact cameras with distinctive designs in a range of color variations that add to the joys of ownership. FinePix Z200fd Slanted lens barrier and sleek flat form with glossy finish results in a distinctive luxury feel. 5x optical zoom; 10-megapixel resolution and image stabilization function incorporated in a slim compact design. FinePix Z20fd A one-touch button for movie shooting, a successive movie function, and in-out editing features make compact digital movies more fun than ever before.

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FinePix J Series The entry-level series for casual photo enjoyment. FinePix J50 5x Fujinon zoom lens; 8.2 megapixels FinePix J10 3x Fujinon zoom lens; 8.2 megapixels in a slim, compact body.

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