7 Camera Connection

7.1 Using the optional AC Power adapter.. 95 7.2 Use at DSC mode... 96 7.3 Use at PC-CAM mode.. 99 7.4 Disconnecting the Camera.. 102

1 Getting Ready

PREFACE... 11 Attach the lens cap, strap and adapter ring. 11 Attaching the Lens Cap... 12 LOADING THE BATTERY AND xD-Picture Card. 14 SWITCHING ON AND OFF.. 17 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME. 18 Changing the date and time.. 20 SELECTING THE LANGUAGE.. 21

8 Using FinePixViewer

8.1 Saving Images on Your Computer. 104 8.2 Making a FinePix CD Album.. 105 8.3 Using the FinePix Internet Service. 106 8.4 User Registration... 106 8.5 Mastering FinePixViewer... 110 8.6 Uninstalling the Software... 111 System Expansion Options.. 113 Accessories Guide... 114 Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly. 116 Notes on the Power Supply.. 117 Applicable Batteries.. 117 Notes on the Batteries... 117 Notes on Using the AC Power Adapter.. 119 Notes on the xD-Picture Card.. 120 Warning Displays... 122 Troubleshooting.. 125 Specifications... 128 Explanation of Terms.. 130 Safety Notes.. 131 EC Declaration of Conformity.. 134
3 Advanced Features Photography
ADVANCED FEATURES PHOTOGRAPHY. 43 I Photography Mode Specifications. 43 q STILL IMAGE

5 Settings

g LCD BRIGHTNESS/VOLUME. 79 g USING SET UP.. 80 I List of settings.. 81 I SET UP Menu Options (Date/time setting, etc.). 81 SETUP POWER SAVE.. 82
R/W MANUAL... 44 E SCENE POSITION.. 45

q MOVIE

2 Basic Photography
TAKING PICTURES (AUTO MODE). 22 I Indicator Lamp Display.. 27 Number of available frames.. 28 USING AF/AE LOCK.. 29 FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTION.. 31 DIGITAL ZOOM... 32 z FLASH.. 33 cAuto Flash Mode.. 34 nRed-Eye Reduction.. 34 z Forced Flash...35 vSlow Synchro.. 35
T MOVIE (VIDEO).. 47 PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION.. 50 PHOTOGRAPHY MENU y SETTING QUALITY MODE (NUMBER OF
RECORDED PIXELS FOR IMAGES). 51

6 Software Installation

6.1 The Software Components.. 83 6.2 Installation on a Windows PC. 84 6.2.1 Load the CD-ROM into your PC.. 84 6.2.2 From FinePixViewer installation to restart. 85 6.3 Installation on a Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.. 89 6.3.1 Check the system software settings.. 89 6.3.2 From FinePixViewer installation to restart. 89 6.4 Installation on a Mac OS X.. 92 6.4.1 From FinePixViewer installation to restart. 92

you press the shutter button down fully in one motion, the shot is taken without the AF frame changing. ! G When you take a picture, the indicator lamp lights orange (not ready to shoot) before switching back to green to indicate that the camera is again ready for shooting. ! G The indicator lamp flashes orange during charging. The screen may go dark briefly. This is normal and does not indicate a fault. ! G See P.122-124 for information on the warning displays.
Number of available frames
The number of available shots is displayed on the screen.

USING AF/AE LOCK 1 2

! G See P.51 for information on changing the File size. ! G At shipment, the default y QUALITY settings is 1M.
I Standard number of shots per xD-Picture Card
Because the amount of data recorded varies depending on the subject, the number of available shots may not decrease when recording ends, or may decrease by 2 frames. The discrepancy between the standard number of available shots and the actual number of available shots increases in proportion to the capacity of the xD-Picture Card.
Quality Number of recorded pixels Image Data Size DPC-16 (16MB) DPC-32 (32MB) DPC-64 (64MB) DPC-128 (128MB) 3M F 3M N 2M Approx. 390KB 1M Approx. 320KB 0.3M Approx. 130KB Approx. 1300KB Approx. 590KB 107 215
In a shot with this type of composition, the subjects (two people in this case) are not in the AF frame. If the shot is taken at this point, the subjects will not be in focus.
Move the camera slightly so that one of the subjects in the AF frame.

N AF/AE Lock N

On the FinePix S304, when you press the shutter button down half way, the focus and exposure settings are fixed (AF/AE lock). If you want to focus on a subject that is off to one side of the image or if you want to set the exposure before you compose the final shot, lock the AF and AE settings and then compose and shoot your picture to get the best results.
Number of available shots displayed on the camera for a new xD-Picture Card formatted in the camera.

USING AF/AE LOCK

FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTION 4
Use this frame when you want to position your main subject in the center of the frame or when you want to align your shot with the horizon. This feature provides a clear guide to the subject size and the overall balance of the shot so that you get exactly the shot you want.
Text displayed Framing Guideline displayed No text displayed
Keep holding the shutter button down halfway (AF/AE lock) and check that the AF frame on the screen shrinks and that the indicator lamp (green) stops flashing and stays lit.
Continue to hold the shutter button down halfway (AF/AE lock). Move the camera back to the original image and then fully press down on the shutter button.
You can use the framing guidelines to take pictures in the R, E, W mode. The screen display changes each time you press the DISP button. Press the DISP button until Framing Guideline appears.

following situations: When you have switched photography modes When the camera is switched off ! G When you set the mode, the e icon is briefly displayed larger. ! G If you are shooting in a dark location (when the \ camera shake warning icon is displayed), use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
N When you are using the flash N
When you use the flash in Macro mode, remove the lens adapter ring. If the adapter ring is not removed, a shadow may appear in the bottom center of your shot. h Effective shooting range: Approx. 30 to 80 cm (1 ft. to 2.6 ft.)
Press the e Macro button (d ). The e appears on the screen indicating that you can take close-up shots. To cancel Macro mode, press the e Macro button (d) again.
! G If you are shooting in Suppressed Flash mode in dark
! G See P.26, 122 for information on the camera shake

warning.

conditions, use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
! G In E photography mode, you can only select the
Macro setting for t mode (Continuous shooting).

w PLAYBACK

VIEWING YOUR IMAGES (PLAYBACK)

Fast Forwarding Images

MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK 2
Text displayed No text displayed Multi-frame playback
1Set the Power switch to w. 2Use the d and c button to move forward and backward respectively through your images.

Playback frame number

In playback mode, the display shown on the screen switches each time you press the DISP button. Press the DISP button until the multiframe playback screen (9 frames) appears.

! G When

you set the Power switch to q , the last image shot is displayed. ! G You can use this camera to play back still images recorded on an FinePix S304 or still images (excluding some uncompressed images) recorded on any FUJIFILM digital camera that supports xD-Picture Cards.
During playback, you can skip backwards or forwards through the images (the frame number increases or decreases) by holding down d or c for approximately 1 second. The displayed image does not change, but a progress bar indicates the approximate playback location on the xD-Picture Card.
! G The screen text display disappears after approximately ! G Playback
playback. 3 seconds. zoom cannot be used with multi-frame
1 Select a frame by using d, c, a and b button to move the cursor (the orange box) to the desired frame. Press a or b several times to switch to the previous page or the next page. 2 You can enlarge the selected image by pressing the DISP button again.

PLAYBACK ZOOM 1

ERASING SINGLE FRAME
This function is useful for things such as checking the focus of shots you have taken. Pressing a during single-frame playback switches you to the zoom screen.

Single-frame Playback

Panning
Switch to zoom View another frame a d c Change zoom scale View another frame Revert to singleframe playback ab d c View a different area Revert to singleframe playback ab d c

I Available menu options y QUALITY = SELF-TIMER E SCENE POSITION g OPTION
1Press the MENU/OK button to display the menu. 2Press d or c to select E Scene Position and then press a or b to change the setting. 3Press the MENU/OK button to confirm the selection.

/ Night Scene

Use this mode for shots taken in the evening or at night. hShutter Slow shutter speed mode with speeds as slow as 3 seconds hWhen using the flash Slow Synchro, Red-Eye Reduction+Slow Synchro only

T MOVIE (VIDEO) 2

m Portrait
Use this mode for shots of people. Portrait mode provides soft-tone images with natural skin colors. hWhen using the flash Auto Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro, Red-Eye Reduction + Slow Synchro

, Scene

Use this mode for daytime shots of scenery. Landscape mode provides crisp, clear shots of buildings, mountains and other scenery. hWhen using the flash The Flash mode is automatically set to Suppressed Flash. This setting cannot be changed.

A Cont.

Use this mode for continuous shooting without limiting the photographic scenes. hNumber of continuous shots: 2 hFocusing Exposure, White Balance: Set when the first frame is shot. hFlash: The flash is automatically set to Suppressed Flash mode.

. Sports

Use this mode for moving objects. hShutter Takes pictures using fast shutter speeds. hWhen using the flash 46 Auto Flash or Forced Flash only
T Movie mode allows you to shoot videos with sound. Depending on the yQuality number of recorded pixels setting (P.51), the maximum recording time for a single movie is either 200 seconds $ or 60 seconds #. hMovie format: Motion JPEG (P.130) # (pixels) or $ (pixels) selectable 10 frames per second With sound
The available shooting time and the message are shown on the screen.
I xD-Picture Card standard shooting time
xD-Picture Card Capacity DPC-16 (16MB) DPC-32 (32MB) DPC-64 (64MB) DPC-128 (128MB) Available shooting time
94 sec. Approx. 191 sec. Approx. 6.4 min. Approx. 12.9 min.

Approx. Approx. Approx.

5 min. 10.1 min. Approx. 20.2 min. Approx. 40.6 min.
! G Because the audio is recorded as you shoot, take care not to cover the microphone with your finger (P.8). ! G Depending on the available space on the xD-Picture
Card, the available shooting time per movie may be shorter. ! G It may not be possible to play back your movie on other cameras.
The available shooting time when the xD-Picture Card is formatted in the camera.

T MOVIE (VIDEO)

Shooting begins when you fully depress the shutter button.
During shooting, a timer in the top-right corner of the screen counts down the remaining time.
Press the shutter button again during shooting to end the movie.

RESET ALL

! G Press c for DATE/TIME or RESET ALL.
6.1 The Software Components

USB Mass Storage Driver

Allows a digital camera to be used as USB Mass Storage (removable disk drive, card reader).

FinePixViewer

Allows you to display thumbnail lists of the images stored on your PC or in the camera, print the images individually or as an index, display the images at full size and perform some basic image processing.
hPower saving OFF (default setting) The camera does not use measures such as sleep to reduce power consumption. However, if the camera is not used for approximately 2 minutes, this function automatically switches the camera off. hPower saving ON Power consumption is kept to a minimum to prevent battery depletion. i If the camera is not used for approximately 30 seconds, the screen switches off temporarily to reduce power consumption (Sleep mode). i Once the camera is in Sleep mode, if it is left unused for a further 90 seconds, it is automatically switched off. i The charging time for the flash increases slightly because the flash charging power is 82 reduced.
When the camera is in sleep mode, pressing the shutter button down halfway brings the camera back to full operational mode. This is a useful feature as it allows you to take pictures more quickly than switching the camera off and then on again. You can also take a picture by pressing the shutter button all the way down.
Connect the camera with DSC selected as the USB setting (P.96).
PictureHello Exif Launcher
Launches the FinePixViewer software when a camera is connected. Used for videoconferencing (Windows only)
! G Operation can also be restored by pressing buttons
other than the shutter button.
Connect the camera with PC CAM selected as the USB setting (P.99).
ImageMixer VCD for FinePix
Creates a FinePix CD Album.

Acrobat Reader

N To restore power to the camera N
Turn the Power switch to OFF briefly and then back to q.

USB PC Camera Driver

Allows a digital camera to be used as a PC Camera.
Software used to read PDF-format documents on a personal computer. This software is needed to read the Users Guides for FinePixViewer.

QuickTime

Software needed for playing back movies, etc.

15. Proceed with the installation as directed by the on-screen instructions.
6.3 Installation on a Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2
6.3.1 Check the system software settings

I Enable File Exchange

Check whether File Exchange is active. To use an xD-Picture Card that is supported by the camera, the File Exchange utility supplied with Mac OS must be running.
2. Double-click Installer for MacOS8.6-9.x to launch the Installer. 3. The Installer setup screen appears. Click the [Installing FinePixViewer] button.
I To install Acrobat Reader later.
1. Open the My Computer window, right-click the CD-ROM icon and select Open to view the contents of the CD-ROM.
1. Switch on your Macintosh and start up Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.
NOTE Do not connect the camera to your Macintosh until the software installation is completed.
2. Double-click ACROREAD ENGLISH folder. 3. Double-click ar505enu.exe. 4. Proceed with the installation as directed by the on-screen instructions.
2. Select the Extension Manager in the Control Panel and check that the File Exchange check box is ticked. If not, click in the box so that an appears and then restart your Macintosh.
14. To install Acrobat Reader, click Install Acrobat Reader.
You should install Adobe Systems Acrobat Reader software to read the FinePixViewer Users Guide (PDF). If you already have the latest version installed, this step is not required.
6.3.2 From FinePixViewer installation to restart
1. When you load the enclosed CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive, the FinePix window automatically opens.
NOTE If the FinePix window does not open automatically, double-click the CD-ROM icon.
4. A confirmation message appears asking whether you want to continue with the installation. Click the [OK] button.
5. The User License Agreement for this software is displayed. Read the agreement carefully and then, if you agree to the terms of the Agreement, click the [Yes] button. If you click the [No] button, the 89 software is not installed.
6. Select the installation destination for FinePixViewer and ImageMixer VCD for FinePix.
1 Click the [Open] button to open the installation destination folder.
7. Install QuickTime as directed by the onscreen instructions and then restart your Macintosh.

8. After you restart your Macintosh, the FinePixViewer installation completed message appears. Click Using FinePixViewer to view the basic FinePixViewer functions.
1. Double-click the FinePix CD-ROM to open the CD-ROM window. 2. Double-click FinePixViewer for Mac OS 8.6-9.x Acrobat Reader English folder. 3. Double-click English Reader Installer. 4. Proceed with the installation as directed by the on-screen instructions.
2 Click the [Save] button.
Click [Agree] button in the License window.
9. To install Acrobat Reader, click Install Acrobat Reader.
If the Connection Speed window appears after you restart your Macintosh, set the correct speed for your environment of connection and then click the [Next] button. If you do not know your connection speed, simply click the [Next] button.
10. Proceed with the installation as directed by the on-screen instructions.
6.4 Installation on a Mac OS X
6.4.1 From FinePixViewer installation to restart
Only FinePixViewer is installed on Mac OS X.
NOTE AVI movies cannot be played back on version 10.0.4.

4. Click the

icon.
9. Select the Mac OS X startup disk as the installation destination and click the [Continue] button.
1. Switch your Macintosh on and start up Mac OS X. Do not launch any other applications. 2. Load the enclosed CD-ROM into the CDROM drive. The FinePix window opens.
5. Enter the administrator name and password. Then click the [OK] button.
10. Click the [Install (upgrade)] button. 11. When you have completed the installation, click the [Restart] button.
6. Click the [Continue] button. 3. Double-click Installer for MacOS X. 7. Quit any other programs that are running and then click the [Continue] button. 8. Click [Cntinue] button in the Software License Agreement window.
The Camera Connection section explains how to connect the camera to your computer using the special USB cable and describes the functions you can use once the camera and computer are connected.
If the power cuts out during data transmission, the data will not be transmitted correctly. Always use the AC power adapter when connecting the camera to a computer.
7.1 Using the optional AC Power adapter
I PC CAM (PC Camera) Mode

The Windows CD-ROM may also be required during installation. In this event, switch CD-ROMs as directed by the on-screen instructions.
i FinePixViewer automatically starts up.
Digital (USB) socket (USB)socket PC
5. Switch your PC on. 6. Use the special USB cable to connect the camera to your computer. 7. Switch the camera on.
If you are using a Windows PC, the driver settings are specified automatically when installation is completed. No further action is required.
i When the camera and computer are exchanging data, the self timer lamp blinks and the indicator lamp blinks alternately green and orange. i DSC appears on the screen. i Power Save is disabled when the camera is connected to a USB port.
Before replacing the xD-Picture Card, always disconnect the camera from the PC using the procedure on P.102. Do not disconnect the USB cable when the camera is communicating with the PC. See P.102 for information on the disconnection procedure.

Screen for Windows 98 SE

1. Load an xD-Picture Card containing photographed images into your camera. 2. Slide the Power switch to the side to turn the camera on. 3. Set the USB MODE setting in the SET UP menu to DSC (P.80, 81). 4. Slide the Power switch to the side to turn the camera off.
You should use the AC power adapter (sold separately) the camera is connected to your PC (P.95). Loss of power during data transmission can prevent successful data downloading.
Always use the prescribed procedure when disconnecting or switching off the camera (P.102).
On Windows XP and Mac OS X, you must specify the automatic launch settings the first time you connect the camera to your computer. Take care to ensure that the special USB cable is connected the correct way around and that the plugs are pushed fully into the connection sockets.
i A removable disk icon appears and you can use your PC to transfer files to and from the camera.

Windows Macintosh

If the above operations do not occur, you do not have the required software programs or drivers installed on your PC. Complete the required PC setup procedures. Then reconnect the camera to your PC.

Windows XP 1. The Found New Hardware help message appears in the bottom-right corner of your screen. This message will close when the settings are completed. No action is required.
This step is not required for subsequent connections.
I When FinePixViewer is not included in the list of actions to perform
Select Take no action and then select the Always do the selected action checkbox. (This checkbox may not be shown in some cases.) Click the [OK] button and launch FinePixViewer manually. 3. A new removable disk icon appears in the My Computer window.
TIP The next time you connect the camera, the removable disk drive icon and name change to the FinePix icon and name.

7.3 Use at PC-CAM mode

(USB)socket
2. Specify the settings in the AutoPlay dialog box.
4. Switch your PC on. 5. Use the special USB cable to connect the camera to your computer. 6. Switch the camera on.
If you are using a Windows PC, the driver settings are automatically specified when installation ends. Just wait a few moments.
I When FinePixViewer is included in the list of actions to perform
Select Viewing images using FinePixViewer and then select the Always do the selected action checkbox. (This checkbox may not be shown in some cases.) Click the [OK] button to launch FinePixViewer. Proceed to Using FinePixViewer on page 104. 1. Slide the Power switch to the side to turn the camera on. 2. Set the USB MODE setting in the SETUP menu to PC CAM (P.80, 81). 3. Slide the Power switch to the side to turn the camera off.
You should use the AC power adapter (sold separately) when the camera is connected to your PC (P.95). Loss of power during data transmission can prevent successful data downloading.
Take care to ensure that the special USB cable is connected the correct way around and that the plugs are pushed fully into the connection sockets.
1. FinePixViewer automatically starts up and the PictureHello window opens (Windows only).
2. Check PC operation. The installation procedure differs depending on the operating system running on your PC.
Windows 2000 Professional
If the Digital Signature Not Found dialog box appears, click the [Yes] button.

Windows 98/98 SE/Me

The New Hardware Found wizard appears. The wizard will close when the settings are completed. No action is required.
i When the camera and computer are exchanging data, the self timer lamp blinks and the indicator lamp blinks alternately green and orange. i The lens is fixed at the wide-angle zoom setting. i PC CAM appears on the screen. i Power Save is disabled when the camera is connected to a USB port.
Do not disconnect the USB cable when the camera is communicating with the PC. See P.102 for information on the disconnection procedure. If the camera is used as a PC camera, a light source such as fluorescent tube stand can be used to illuminate the subject and get a brighter image. When the camera is connected to a computer as a PC camera, the color tones on the screen may change briefly.

1. Launch FinePixViewer. 2. Click the [Register Now] button.

First-time users

Registered users
The figure below gives a general overview of the procedure.
To the user registration window
3. The Users Registration for Internet Services dialog box opens. As shown at right, select [Register Here], then select the country or region where you are living and click the [OK] button.
If you are not already connected to the Internet, connect now (A dial-up dialog box may be displayed). If you have completed the user registration, select Already Registered (E.g. When you want to reinstall FinePixViewer after completing user registration).
The Internet menu is updated.
4. When the browser starts up, proceed as directed by the on-screen instructions.
5. Enter the required information in the user registration page.
Once you complete the registration, a confirmation E-mail is sent. Wait a few moments until the message is sent.
3. Select Users registration and click the [OK] button.

I For Mac OS X

If you are not already connected to the Internet, connect now. (A dial-up dialog box may be displayed.) Only select menu acquisition if you have already completed the user registration process and you have re-installed FinePixViewer, etc.
1. Double-click the FinePixViewer icon in the installed folder. 2. Click the [Users Registration] button. The Operation Selection dialog box appears.
1 Enter the name of your choice (nickname, etc.). 2 Enter a password of your choice using letters and/or numbers. Then enter the password again for confirmation. 3 Enter your name. 4 Enter your E-mail address. 5 Enter the remaining required information. After you register, a confirmation E-mail message is sent to you. Be sure to enter a valid E-mail address at which you can receive the message. The actual user registration page may differ slightly in appearance from the sample shown here.
4. The Users Registration dialog box opens. Select the country or area where you are living and click the [OK] button.
The actual user registration page may differ slightly in appearance from the sample shown here. If the country or area where you are living does not appear in the pull-down list, select OTHERS. <Users Registration button>
5. When the browser starts up, proceed as directed by the on-screen instructions. 6. Enter the required information in the user registration page.
7. When you have entered all the required information, click the [Register] button at the bottom of the page.
6. When you have entered all the required information, click the [Registration] button 108 at the bottom of the page.
Once you complete the registration, a confirmation E-mail is sent. Wait a few moments until the message is sent. 109

Notes on the xD-Picture Card

I Image Memory Card

h This Image Memory Card is a new image recording media (xD-Picture Card) developed for digital cameras. The Image Memory Card consists of a semiconductor memory (NAND-type flash memory) to record digital image data. The recording process is electrically performed and enables erasure of existing image data as well as rerecording of new image data. h When using a new Memory Card, or a Memory Card that has been initialized by a PC, be sure to initialize (format/initialize) the card with your digital camera before using it.
I Notes on Handling xD-Picture Card
h Keep xD-Picture Cards out of the reach of small children. When storing xD-Picture Cards, ensure that they are kept in a location out of the reach of small children to prevent a card being accidentally swallowed. An xD-Picture Card could cause suffocation if accidentally swallowed. If a child swallows an xDPicture Card, seek medical advice immediately. h Make sure that the memory card is straight when you insert into the camera etc. h The memory card is a precision electronic instrument. Do not apply pressure or shock, and avoid bending. h Do not use the memory card in a hot, humid, or corrosive environment. h If the contact area on the card is soiled (dust, fingerprints, etc.), wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. h Clean the memory card with a soft dry piece of cloth when dirty. h When you carry or store it, always keep the card in the anti-static case provided. Use a storage case if available. h The memory card can be used reliably for a long period of time, but will eventually lose its ability to store and play back image data. At this point, replace with a new memory card. h Never remove the xD-Picture Card or switch the camera off during data recording, during data erasing (xD-Picture Card formatting) or during frame advance

I Protecting Your Data

h Data may be lost or destroyed in the following situations. Please note that FUJIFILM assumes no responsibility for data that is lost or destroyed. 1. Removal of the memory card or turning the power off while the memory card is being accessed (i.e., during record, erase, initialization, and playback operations). 2. Improper handling and use of the memory card by the user or third party. h We recommend saving your important data to another media (i.e., MO disk, CD-R, hard disk, etc.).

Input/Output Terminals

h (USB) socket USB (1) for image data output with a personal computer h DC IN 5V (Power input) socket Socket for specified AC power adapter

Power Supply and Others

h 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-5VH/AC-5VHS (sold separately) h Number of available shots using batteries Using (battery life) Battery type Alkaline batteries Ni-MH batteries HR-3UF Using LCD monitor Using EVF
h Conditions for use Temperature: 0C to +40C (+32F to +104F); 80% humidity or less (no condensation) h Camera dimensions (W/H/D) 99.7 mm 77.3 mm 69.3 mm/3.9 in. 3.0 in. 2.7 in. (not including accessories and attachments) h Camera mass (weight): Approx. 295 g/10.4 oz. (not including accessories, batteries or xD-Picture Card) h Weight for photography: Approx. 437 g/15.4 oz. (including batteries, xD-Picture Card, lens cap and strap) h Accessories: See P.7 h Optional Accessories: See P.114, 115
Approx. 300 frames Approx. 320 frames Approx. 320 frames Approx. 350 frames
With fully charged battery
This indicates the number of available frames shot consecutively at room temperature with a flash use rate of 50%. Note that these figures may vary depending on the ambient temperature and the amount of charge in the battery. The number of available shots or available shooting time will be lower in cold conditions.
These specifications are subject to change without notice. FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting from errors in this Owners Manual. The LCD monitor on your digital camera is manufactured using advanced high-precision technology. Even so, small bright points and anomalous colors (particularly around text) may appear on the monitor and viewfinder. These are normal display characteristics and do not indicate a fault with the monitor. This phenomenon will not appear on the recorded image. The operation error may be caused in a digital camera by the strong radio interference (i. e. electric fields, static electricity, line noise, etc.). Due to the nature of the lens, the edges of photographed images may appear distorted. This is normal and does not indicate a fault.

Explanation of Terms

DPOF: Digital Print Order Format DPOF is a format used for recording information on a storage media (image memory card, etc.) that allows you to specify which of the frames shot using a digital camera are printed and how many prints are made of each image. EV: A number that denotes exposure. The EV is determined by the brightness of the subject and sensitivity (speed) of the film or CCD. The number is larger for bright subjects and smaller for dark subjects. As the brightness of the subject changes, a digital camera maintains the amount of light hitting the CCD at a constant level by adjusting the aperture and shutter speed. When the amount of light striking the CCD doubles, the EV increases by 1. Likewise, when the light is halved, the EV decreases by 1. JPEG: Joint Photographics Experts Group A file format used for compressing and saving color images. The compression ratio can be selected, but the higher the compression ratio, the poorer the quality of the expanded image. Motion JPEG: A type of AVI (Audio Video Interleave) file format that handles images and sound as a single file. Images in the file are recorded in JPEG format. Motion JPEG can be played back by QuickTime 3.0 or later. PC Card: A generic term for cards that meet the PC Card Standard. PC Card Standard: A standard for PC cards determined by the PCMCIA. PCMCIA: Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (US). White Balance: Whatever the kind of the light, the human eye adapts to it so that a white object still looks white. On the other hand, devices such as digital cameras see a white subject as white by first adjusting the color balance to suit the color of the ambient light around the subject. This adjustment is called matching the white balance. A 130 function that automatically matches the white balance is called an Automatic White Balance function.

Safety Notes

h To ensure that you use your FinePix S304 camera correctly, read these Safety Notes and your Owners Manual carefully beforehand. h After reading these Safety Notes, store them in a safe place.

FinePix S304, FinePix A303, FinePix A203, FinePix A204, and FinePix A202
New line of digital cameras combines affordable prices, easy operation, and superior image quality PHOTOKINA 2002, COLOGNE, GERMANY, September 25, 2002 Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. is proud to exhibit and demonstrate five new popularly priced FinePix digital cameras: the FinePix S304, A303, A203, A204, and A202. Designed to offer the style and convenience of traditional point-and-shoot film cameras, the new models will be showcased at the Fujifilm PHOTOKINA 2002 booth. The market for digital cameras is currently growing strongly, with some 17 million units shipped worldwide in 2001 and a further 22 million units expected to be sold in 2002 according to our estimation. Their specifications have risen in step. In 1999, 1-megapixel models dominated the market and 2-megapixel Super CCD models were introduced by Fujifilm in 2000. In the year 2001, 2-megapixel digital cameras become the market leaders, while 3-megapixel models were introduced to strong demand. Based on the continuation of these trends this year, Fujifilm predicts that the bulk of the market from late 2002 through 2003 will comprise zoom and non-zoom models in the 2 to 3-megapixel range. The new FinePix models respond to these consumer needs by offering a digital camera experience that combines affordable price, easy operation, and superior image quality. These new models also support xD-Picture Card, the brand new digital camera media that provides expanded media capacity. Fujifilm believes that they represent a new level of cost performance in the 2 to 3-megapixel digital camera market.
The 3-megapixel high performance FinePix S304 With 3.24 million effective pixels, the FinePix S304 produces super high-quality images of 2048 x 1536 recording pixels. This new camera delivers laser-sharp details and brilliant color reproduction. With its SLR-like styling, high-performance Fujinon 6x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 38228mm coverage on a 35mm camera), electronic viewfinder (EVF) and TFT LCD monitor, the FinePix S304, incorporating functions inherited from the top of line FinePix S602 Zoom, is an affordable alternative that is ready for serious photography. The FinePix S304 offers a host of features, including Program AE combined with 64zone TTL metering and Intelligent Auto White Balance, digital zooming capability of up to 3.2x (in 640 x 480-pixel mode), Movie Recording of up to 200 seconds* (with sound), built-in flash, USB port, energy-saving design (operating on four AA alkaline batteries), and xD-Picture Card compatibility. Further adding to S304 convenience are an optional 1.5x Tele Conversion lens and a 0.79x Wide Conversion lens.
* In 160 x 120-pixel mode
Stylish, compact and affordable FinePix A303 and FinePix A203 The FinePix A303 and FinePix A203 share the same camera body. Both of these affordable cameras boast stylish design, and specs that make them perfect introductions to the world of digital photography. With 3.24 million effective pixels, the FinePix A303 produces super high-quality images of 2048 x 1536 recording pixels, while the FinePix A203 with 2.0 million effective pixels delivers high-quality images of 1600 x 1200 recording pixels. Both cameras incorporate a Fujinon 3x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 38 - 114mm coverage on a 35mm camera) in a stylish, compact camera body, with digital zoom function of up to 3.2x (A303) and 2.5x (A203) in 640 x 480-pixel mode. Both offer a variety of features, including Program AE combined with 64-zone TTL metering and Intelligent Auto White Balance, Movie Recording up to 240* seconds (A303) and 80* seconds (A203) without sound, built-in flash, USB port, energy-saving design (operating on two AA alkaline batteries), and xD-Picture Card compatibility.

Affordable selections in the 2-megapixel range: FinePix A204 and FinePix A202 With 2.0 million effective pixels, these compact cameras offer high-quality images of 1600 x 1200 recording pixels, with sharp details and natural colors. Their stylish bodies are compact enough to fit easily into purse or pocket. The FinePix A204 incorporates a 3x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 38-114mm on a 35mm camera) with digital zoom function of up to 2.5x*. The FinePix A202 features a Fujinon lens (equivalent to 36mm on a 35mm camera) with digital zoom function of up to 2.5x* for quick and easy snap shooting.
* In 640 x 480-pixel mode
These cameras offer a variety of features, including Program AE combined with 64-zone TTL metering and Intelligent Auto White Balance, Movie Recording up to 80 seconds (without sound), built-in flash, USB port, energy-saving design (operating on two AA alkaline batteries) and xD-Picture Card compatibility. The FinePix S304, A303, A203, A204 and A202 are scheduled for release this autumn.