Lock the aperture ring. If you turn the camera on without first selecting the minimum aperture (the aperture setting with the largest number), flashes on the top display panel and in the viewfinder, and the shutter will not operate.

Removing the lens

Push and hold the lens release button, then turn the lens clockwise.
While the lens is removed from the camera, fit the camera body cap provided onto the camera to protect the inside of the camera and prevent soiling of the mirror and viewfinder screen. You can also use the Nikon BF-1A Body Cap.
Spot metering area can be shifted with focus area selector (P.54) with CPU Nikkor lens. IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be attached. This camera is compatible with the Vibration Reduction function of the VR Nikkor lens. The cameras exposure metering and flash control system do not work properly when shifting and/or tilting the lens, or when using an aperture other than the maximum aperture. Without shifting and/or tilting the lens. Compatible with AF-S and AF-I Nikkor except AF-S 17-35 mm f/2.8D IF-ED, AF-S 28-70 mm f/2.8D IF-ED, AF-S 1224mm f/4G, AF-S DX ED 17-55mm f/2.8G, AF-S DX ED 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G, AF-S ED 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G and AF-S VR ED 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G. With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster. With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. Some lenses/accessories cannot be attached (P.20). With exposure mode set to Manual. The exposure meter cannot be used. With exposure mode set to Manual and shutter speed set to 1/60 sec. or slower but the exposure meter cannot be used. Can be mounted when used with the Nikon Auto extension ring. Reprocopy Outfit PF-4 can be attached in combination with Nikon Camera Holder PA-4.
G-type Nikkor and other CPU Nikkor lens
h The G-type Nikkor lens has no aperture ring; aperture should be selected from camera body. Unlike other CPU Nikkor lenses, aperture does not need to be set to minimum (largest f-number). h CPU Nikkor lenses other than G-type Nikkor lens have an aperture ring. Set the lens aperture to its minimum and lock. When the lens is not set to its minimum aperture setting and the power switch is turned on, blinks in the top display panel and viewfinder and the shutter cannot be released.

CHARGING THE BATTERIES

Charge the AA-size Ni-MH batteries (HR-AA).
Batteries that can be charged
h AA-size Ni-MH batteries (included)
! Always use the battery charger BCH-NH2 bundled with the camera to charge Ni-MH batteries. Attempting to charge
When a non-CPU lens is attached

1 Press d, c, a or b to select the focus area. 2 Once you have specified the focus area, lock the 4-direction button to prevent accidental improper use. h The specified focus area is automatically illuminated in red according to the brightness of the subject.

Focus aid

This allows you to check the focus of your shot using the focus indicator in the viewfinder. You can use Focus Aid when the lens mounted has an f-stop setting brighter than f/5.6. 1 Position the selected focus area over the object on which you want to focus. 2 Turn the focusing ring on the lens.
CSM 3: The specified focus area is automatically illuminated, but you can change the settings so that the illumination is disabled or is no longer dependent on the subject brightness (P.111). CSM 4: Normally, you can only select a focus area by pressing the arrow on the 4-direction button that points towards that focus area. However, you can set camera operation so that when the right-hand focus area is selected, pressing c on the 4-direction button selects the left-hand focus area. This means you can switch between focus areas on opposite sides without having to press different sides of the 4-direction button (P.111).
Press the shutter button down halfway. When the shot is in focus, the focus indicator lights.

Focus indicator

To make focusing easier on this camera, the range in which the focus indicator lights is set to a fixed size. As a result, the camera does not react to slight movements of the focusing ring, thereby avoiding flickering in the focus indicator. However, this means that the focusing position at the wide-angle setting is very slightly different from the focusing position at the telephoto setting, so that the shot may not be optimally focused even when the focus indicator is lit. In this situation, you can focus precisely by positioning the focusing ring in the middle of the range in which the focus indicator lights.

RELEASE MODES

, SINGLE-FRAME /. CONTINUOUS SHOOTING

9 SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY

The release mode is normally set to Single-frame. Set the release mode to Continuous Shooting to take sequential shots of moving subjects or to take a series of shots using Auto Exposure Bracketing. Hold down the release mode switch unlock button and set the release mode switch to , (Singleframe) or. (Continuous Shooting).
You can use the self-timer when you want to be in the photograph. Use a tripod or place the camera on a stable surface before using the self-timer.
Hold down the release mode switch unlock button and set the release mode switch to 9 self-timer.

Before shooting

, SINGLE-FRAME

In this mode, one shot is taken each time you press the shutter button. Use this mode to take a single clearly defined shot in each frame.
h The self timer does not operate in situations where the camera shutter is disabled, such as when the focus is not set in AF-S (Single-AF Servo) mode. h In exposure modes other than M (Manual), you must prevent any back-entry light from the eyepiece to obtain the correct exposure. Before pressing the shutter button, cover the eyepiece with your hand or the eyepiece cap provided. To attach the eyepiece cap, remove the rubber eyecup and slide the cap down over the eyepiece from above. h Do not stand in front of the lens when setting the self-timer in autofocus mode.
! If you take a number of single-frame shots in rapid succession, the number of available shots is highlighted in the same
way as in continuous shooting. Once this happens, no further shots can be taken. Wait until the number of available shots is no longer highlighted.

. CONTINUOUS SHOOTING

This mode allows you to take up to 12 consecutive shots by holding down the shutter button (Max. 2.5 frames/sec.). h Once you have shot the maximum number of continuous frames, the number of available shots shown on the rear display panel is highlighted. No further continuous shots can be taken at that point. Wait until the number of available shots is no longer highlighted.
1 Position the focus area over the subject. 2 Press the shutter button down halfway to focus the shot. 3 Without releasing the shutter button, press the shutter button down fully to start the self-timer.
! You cannot use continuous shooting with the built-in flash. ! If ON or PREVIEW is selected for IMAGE DISP. (P.103) when continuous shooting is used, only the photographed
image for the final frame is displayed and automatically recorded. ! If you use continuous shooting when the number of available shots is low, the number of available shots may temporarily change to 0.
The number of available frame and the maximum number of continuous frames varies depending on the dynamic range (D-RANGE) and quality settings in SET-UP.
D-RANGE setting in SET-UP Quality
Max. number of available frames Max. continuous frames Minimum shooting interval in multiple exposure shooting Max. no. of consecutive shots in multiple exposure shooting

The self-timer lamp flashes for 8 seconds and then stays lit for 2 seconds, after which the shot is taken. h Press the MENU/OK, FUNC or PLAY button to cancel self-timer shooting. h You can change the self-timer running time from 10 seconds to 2, 5 or 20 seconds (P.112).

WIDE HIGH RAW

Max. 1.4 frames/sec. 3

STANDARD HIGH RAW

FINE, NORMAL JPEG

Max. 1 frame/sec. 6

Max. 2.5 frames/sec.

Max. 2.5 frames/sec. 7

p MULTIPLE EXPOSURE
1 When you compose, focus and take the shot, a preview image appears on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the F2 button to move on to the next shot. h A preview image is always displayed, regardless of the PREVIEW setting selected in SET-UP. h If you change the release mode before multiple exposure shooting is completed, no images are recorded.
This is a photography technique that allows you overlay photographed images on top of each other. You can use this technique to compose shots that cannot be obtained normally.
Hold down the release mode switch unlock button and set the release mode switch to p (multiple exposure). When you select multiple exposure mode, the p icon appears in the viewfinder display.

PREVIEW

The settings for multiple exposure shooting can only be changed from the function menu. At this point, the last settings specified apply.
According to the photography conditions, hold down the b (exposure compensation) button 1 as you turn the Main-command dial 2 to set the exposure offset.
When you take the next (multiple exposure) shot, a preview appears showing the overlaid images. h To record the image: Press the F1 or MENU/OK button. h To take another multiple exposure shot: Press the F2 button. h To take the shot again without using multiple exposure mode: Press the shutter button again. h To cancel multiple exposure mode without recording the shots: Press the F3 or BACK button. h To check the brightness distribution: Press the F4 button.

F1 F2 F3 F4

Standard compensation value in Multiple exposure
In multiple exposure, a number of images are shot in the same frame. When you are overlaying backgrounds and subjects, you must set the appropriate exposure offset before taking any shots.
General guide to exposure offsets

Number of exposures

CSM 11: In multiple exposure mode, one shot is taken in the frame each time the shutter button is pressed, but continuous shooting can also be used (P.111). Images in continuous shooting are overlapped in the preview display. Use the F1, F3 and F4 buttons. K cannot be selected in continuous shooting.

Compensation value

h Test shooting is recommended since the compensation actually required varies depending on the shooting situation. h When the background is completely dark and subjects do not overlap, no compensation is necessary for each shot.

ISO setting

Maximum aperture (built-in flash)
Effective range of the built-in flash
The effective range of the built-in flash varies depending on the ISO sensitivity and aperture settings used. Refer to the table below.
Photography sensitivity (ISO) and aperture setting 100

1.8 2.5 3.7.14 20

2 2.5.22

2.5.22 32

Metering range
2-8.5 m (6.6-27.9 ft.) 1.4-6 m (4.6-19.7 ft.) 1-4.2 m (3.3-13.8 ft.) 0.7-3 m (2.3-9.8 ft.) 0.6-2.1 m (2.0-6.9 ft.) 0.6-1.5 m (2.0-4.9 ft.) 0.6-1.1 m (2.0-3.6 ft.) 0.6-0.8 m (2.0-2.6 ft.)

2 2.5.11 16

Set exposure mode and confirm shutter speed and aperture.
The minimum effective range for flash control using the built-in flash is 0.6 meters.
Check that the a (ready light) is displayed in the viewfinder.
you take a number of continuous shots with the built-in flash, the a (ready light) may take a few moments to light. shutter cannot be released unless a (ready light) appears without blinking in the viewfinder.
Bear in mind the composition, focus and effective flash range when taking pictures.
! If the a (ready light) flashes for about 3 seconds after the shutter is released, this is a warning that the flash fired at
! If the subject is dark, the AF-assist illuminator fires to set the focus. See P.38 for details. ! When you use the flash, shots are not taken continuously when the release mode is set to Continuous Shooting. ! If the built-in flash is charging, camera-shake correction is not performed on a VR lens while the shutter button is

pressed down halfway.

full power and the shot may be underexposed. Play the image back to check it. If you decide to retake the shot, check the shooting distance, aperture, flash control range, etc. again before shooting.
LENSES THAT CAN BE USED WITH THE BUILT-IN FLASH
Usable lenses with built-in flash
h 20 mm to 300 mm CPU lenses can be used with the built-in flash. h To prevent vignetting, remove the lens hood when using the flash. h The built-in flash cannot be used at shooting distance less than 0.6 m (2.0 ft.). h Zoom lenses with a macro feature cannot be used in the macro range. h Vignetting occurs at the edges of the frame resulting in underexposure with the following zoom lenses, which have limitations in usable focal length or shooting distance:
AF-S 17-35 mm f/2.8 ED AF 20-35 mm f/2.8 AF 28-70 mm f/2.8 ED
FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION
Flash exposure compensation lets you intentionally change the correct exposure computed by the flash and the camera. For example, you can highlight the main subject by increasing the flash output or prevent the main subject from becoming too bright by decreasing the flash output.

SINGLE-FRAME PROTECT
Erased frames (files) cannot be recovered. Back up important frames (files) onto your computer or another media.
Protection is a setting that prevents frames (files) from being accidentally erased. However, the FORMAT function erases all the frames (files), including protected frames (files) (P.106).
Press the F2 button to display the erase confirmation screen.
Press the F3 button to display the protection screen.
! If F does not appear on the rear display panel, press the ! If
FUNC button to change the screen. the currently displayed frame is protected, ' appears instead of F and the S icon is displayed in the top-right corner of the LCD monitor.
! If S does not appear on the rear display panel, press the ! If the currently displayed frame is protected, D is displayed
instead of S. FUNC button to change the screen.

next frame

last frame back delete
The following operations can be used in the erase confirmation screen: To select the frame: d or c To erase the displayed frame: H (F4 button) To return to the previous frame: J (F1 button) or BACK button

last frame next frame

The following operations can be used in the protection screen: To select the frame: d or c To protect the frame: L (F1 button) To unprotect the frame: : (F4 button) To return to the previous frame: BACK button
! 1 displayed for a frame indicates that the
frame is protected. Unprotect the frame before erasing it.

Protect

unprotect back
If appears, press the H (F4 button) to erase the frames (files).
To check protected frames
LCD monitor Rear display panel (protection screen) Rear display panel (during single-frame playback)

Protected

Not protected

No icon

MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK

PLAYBACK MENU

o ERASING ALL FRAMES
1 Press the PLAY button to select Playback mode. 2 Unlock the 4-direction button.

Press the F4 button.

1 Press the MENU/OK button to display the menu screen. 2 Press d or c to select o ERASE.

ALL FRAMES

! If A does not appear on the rear display panel, press the
FUNC button to change the screen.
Erases all unprotected frames (files). Back up important frames (files) onto your computer or another media.
Press d, c, a or b to move the cursor (the orange frame) and select a frame. Press a or b several times to move to the next or previous page.

\ BACK

Returns to playback without erasing any frames (files).
1 Press a or b to select ALL FRAMES. 2 Press the MENU/OK button.
You can view the selected image enlarged by pressing the F4 button again.
Pressing the MENU/OK button erases all the frames (files).
i PROTECTING IMAGES: SET ALL / RESET ALL

! When the camera settings are RESET, the frame number
1 Press d or c to select OK. 2 Press the MENU/OK button. The screen changes and discharging begins. When the battery level indicator blinks red and discharging ends, the camera turns off.
setting (CONT. or RENEW) is changed to CONT. and the frame number itself does not return to 0001. ! When the media already contains image files with file numbers higher than the highest file number on the last media, images are stored beginning from the highest file number on the current media.
! To cancel discharging, press the BACK button.

TWO-BUTTON RESET

Two-Button Reset lets you instantly reset specified settings to their original initial settings.
To manually focus the image more sharply or to check the image, you can view the image in black and white on the LCD monitor while adjusting the focus. The live image is only displayed for 30 seconds. Adjust the focus manually during this period. Live images are displayed using the actual aperture setting.
Set the exposure mode dial to P, S, A, M or CSM and select the settings to be reset.
! Use this feature in M (Manual focus) mode.
Set the focus mode selector switch to M.
Exposure mode dial P, S, A, M
Function Focus area Flexible Program Exposure compensation Auto Exposure Bracketing Auto Exposure Lock Flash Synchro mode Flash exposure compensation

Reset Settings

The photography functions are reset as shown below. Condition Center Cancelled Cancelled Cancelled Cancelled Front Synchro mode Cancelled
In the SET-UP screen, select LIVE IMAGE and then press c. In the confirmation screen, press the MENU/OK button.
h All the custom settings are reset. h The ISO sensitivity is reset to 200.
! The flash fires when the internal flash pops up or when an
external flash is connected and the live image is displayed.
Hold down the c and b buttons together for at least 2 seconds (green markings are positioned alongside). The top display panel flashes briefly and the settings are reset.
The live image is displayed for 30 seconds. Use d or c to adjust the brightness. In the live image display, press a to enlarge the central part of the image and b to return to the original image. To cancel live image display in progress, press the BACK button.
When the reset is finished, set the exposure mode dial to a setting other than CSM.
! To view the live image, use the optional AC adapter AC-5VX.
Continued use of live image display can cause the CCD to overheat, resulting in coarseness or noise such as white spotting in images photographed subsequently. If this occurs, turn the camera off and wait for it to cool down. ! If you display consecutive live images, the initial brightness setting is retained for the second and subsequent images. The setting is reset when you turn the camera off (or the Auto Power Off function is triggered) and has to be set again. ! The Auto Exposure Bracketing settings are canceled when the live image is displayed. Wait until live image display is finished before specifying the Auto Exposure Bracketing settings.

! If the menu does not appear, check whether the USB mode ! Depending on the printer, some functions are disabled.

setting is $.

1 Press a or b to select u PRINT DPOF. 2 Press the MENU/OK button.
! When t appears, the DPOF settings are not ! To use DPOF printing, the DPOF settings must be specified

specified.

on FinePix S3 Pro beforehand (P.94). ! Even when WITH DATE is specified in the DPOF settings, the date is not inserted on printers that do not support date printing.
as the paper size and print quality. connect the AC Power Adapter AC-5VX (sold separately) to your camera. ! Use a media that was formatted on the camera.
Press the MENU/OK button to download the data to the printer and print the frames specified in the DPOF settings. Press the BACK button to return to step 5.
! If the menu does not appear, check whether the USB mode
! Press the BACK button to cancel the printing. Depending on
! Depending on the printer, some functions are disabled.
the printer, the printing may not be canceled immediately or printing may stop midway through. When printing stops midway, briefly turn the camera off and then on again.
Specifying images for printing without using DPOF (single-frame printing) 3 0
1 Press a or b to select PRINT WITH DATE or PRINT WITHOUT DATE. If PRINT WITH DATE is selected, the date is imprinted on your prints. 2 Press the MENU/OK button.

! PRINT

WITH DATE is not available when the camera is connected to a printer that does not support date printing.
$. See P.137 if you connect to PC by mistake.
1 Press d or c to display the frame (file) for which you want to specify PRINT settings. 2 Press a or b to set a value up to 99 as the number of copies of the frame (file) to be printed. For frames (files) that you do not want printed, set the number of prints to 0 (zero). To specify more PRINT settings, repeat steps 1 and 2. 3 Press the MENU/OK button.

System Expansion Options

eBy using the FinePix S3 Pro together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses.
Image input/output to the PC

USB / IEEE 1394

FinePix S3 Pro Digital Camera PC Card Adapter (PC card slot)
Personal Computer (commercially available)
Always press the MENU/OK button after the settings are completed.
CF / Microdrive (commercially available)
Image Memory Card Reader DPC-R1 ( USB ) xD-Picture Card USB Drive DPC-UD1 ( USB )
PC Card Adapter DPC-AD xD-Picture Card (PC card slot)
! Press the BACK button to return to step 5.

DPC-C F

Press the MENU/OK button to download the data to the printer and start printing the specified number of prints.
CO MP CARD AC TFL ADAP AS TER H TM

for xD-Pi cture Card

CompactFlash Card Adapter DPC-CF (CF card slot)

Print creation

USB Printer (commercially available)
FinePix S3 Pro Digital Camera
Personal Computer (commercially available) PictBridge
Disconnecting the printer
1 Check that y is not displayed on the cameras screen. 2 Turn the camera off. Unplug the USB cable (mini-B).
xD-Picture Card Digital Photo Printer CX-550

Visual output

Visual output
TV monitor (commercially available)

Accessories Guide

eAccessories (sold separately) can make taking pictures with the FinePix S3 Pro even easier. For information on how to attach and use accessories, refer to the instructions provided with the accessory used. Visit the FUJIFILM web site for the latest information on camera accessories. http://home.fujifilm.com/products/digital/index.html
h Hyper-Utility Software HS-V2 Ver.3.0
h Offers PC-based functions such as browsing, two-image comparison, image sorting and organizing using a marker function, and image analysis using histogram and highlight warning displays for images shot on a digital camera. h Allows you to specify the output image size and the processing parameters (tone curve, white balance, sharpness, color and dynamic range) for CCD-RAW files and also allows you to convert them to ordinary image files (16-bit/8-bit TIFF or Exif JPEG). h Allows images shot on a FinePix S3 Pro to be downloaded directly to a PC without using a recording media by connecting the camera to the PCs IEEE 1394 interface (Photography function). h Provides a range of other functions for using photographed images in various ways, including printing, contact-sheet file creation and slide shows. h Refer to the product package for detailed information on specifications and system requirements.

h xD-Picture Card

These are separately available xD-Picture Cards. Use the following xD-Picture Card: DPC-16 (16 MB)/DPC-32 (32 MB)/DPC-64 (64 MB)/DPC-128 (128 MB)/ DPC-256 (256 MB)/DPC-512 (512 MB)
h AC Power Adapter AC-5VX
Use the AC-5VX when taking pictures or play back images for long periods or when the FinePix S3 Pro is connected to a personal computer. The shape of the AC power adapter, the plug and socket outlet depend on the country.
h Fujifilm Rechargeable Battery 2HR-3UF
The 2HR-3UF includes 2 pieces of high-capacity AA-size Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries.
h Fujifilm Battery Charger with Battery BK-NH2 (With Euro type or UK type plug)
The BK-NH2 includes the quick battery charger BCH-NH2 and 2 Ni-MH batteries. The BCH-NH2 can charge 2 Ni-MH batteries in approximately 120 minutes. Up to 4 Ni-MH batteries can be charged simultaneously.
h Image Memory Card Reader DPC-R1
The DPC-R1 provides a quick and easy way to transfer images back and forth between your PC and an image memory card (xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia). The DPC-R1 uses the USB interface for high-speed file transfer. h Compatible with Windows 98/98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP or iMac, Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2, Mac OS X (10.1.2 to 10.2.2) and models that support USB as standard. h Compatible with xD-Picture Card of 16 MB to 512 MB, and SmartMedia of 3.3 V, 4 MB to 128 MB.

h PC Card Adapter DPC-AD

The PC Card Adapter allows the xD-Picture Card and SmartMedia to be used as a PC Card Standard ATA-compliant (PCMCIA 2.1) PC card (Type II). h Compatible with xD-Picture Card of 16 MB to 512 MB, and SmartMedia of 3.3 V, 2 MB to 128 MB.
h CompactFlash Card Adapter DPC-CF
Loading an xD-Picture Card into this adapter allows you to use the card as a CompactFlash card (Type I). h Windows 95/98/98 SE/Me/2000 Professional/XP h Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2/X (10.1.2 to 10.1.5)
CO MP CARD AC TF ADAP LASH TM TER

xD-P ictur

e Card
h xD-Picture Card USB Drive DPC-UD1
This is a compact card reader for xD-Picture Cards. Simply plug the drive into the USB port to read and write data to an xD-Picture Card. (No driver installation is required except on Windows 98/98 SE.) h Compatible with xD-Picture Card of 16 MB to 512 MB h Windows 98/98 SE/Me/2000 Professional/XP h Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2/X (10.0.4 to 10.2.6)
Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly
eBe sure to read this information in conjunction with Safety Notes (P.141), to ensure that you use your camera correctly. Places to Avoid
Do not store or use the camera in the following types of locations: h In the rain or in very humid, dirty or dusty places. h In direct sunlight or in places subject to extreme temperature rises, such as in a closed car in summer. h Extremely cold places. h Places subject to strong vibration. h Places affected by smoke or steam. h Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such as near motors, transformers or magnets). h In contact with chemicals such as pesticides or next to rubber or vinyl products for long periods of time.

Always use the AC Power Adapter AC-5VX (sold separately). The use of an AC Power adapter other than AC-5VX can cause damage to your digital camera. h Use the AC power adapter for indoor use only. h Plug the connection cord plug securely into the DC input terminal of the FUJIFILM Digital camera. h Turn off the FUJIFILM Digital camera before disconnecting the cord from the FUJIFILM Digital cameras DC input terminal. To disconnect, pull out the plug gently. Do not pull on the cord. h Do not use the AC power adapter with any device other than your camera. h During use, the AC power adapter will become hot to the touch. This is normal. h Do not take apart the AC power adapter. Doing so could be dangerous. h Do not use the AC power adapter in a hot humid place. h Do not subject the AC power adapter to strong shocks. h The AC power adapter may emit a humming. But this is normal. h If used near a radio, the AC power adapter may cause static. If this happens, move the camera away from the radio.

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 formatted by a PC, be sure to format the card with your digital camera before using it.
h The xD-Picture Card may feel warm when it is removed from the camera after taking pictures. This is normal. h Do not put labels on the xD-Picture Card. Peeling labels can cause the camera not to work properly. h Do not use hard-pointed pens to write on the Microdrive label. h Do not peel off the Microdrive label. h Do not stick additional labels onto a Microdrive. h When carrying or storing a Microdrive, keep it in the protective case provided. h When a Microdrive is used, vibration or impacts during image data recording may prevent the image data from being recorded correctly. Put the camera down carefully when placing it on a desk or table, etc. h Do not use Microdrive in CF+ Type II slots that do not have an eject function. h Take care when handling Microdrive that have been used for long periods as they may become hot. h Do not place Microdrives close to strong magnetic fields. h Keep Microdrive dry. h Do not apply strong pressure to the Microdrive cover.

Using Microdrive

Microdrives
Microdrives are compact, lightweight hard disk drives that conform to the CF+ Type II standard. Due to their ample capacity for large image data files and their low permegabyte recording cost, Microdrives provide a more economical way to save high-resolution image files.

Protecting Your Data

Battery Charger BCH-NH2 Specifications
Rated input Input capacity Rated output Applicable batteries Charging time Dimensions Mass (Weight) Operating temperatures 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz 16-21 VA (U.S.A and Canada) 10 W (other countries) DC1.2 V 565 mA ( 4) AA-size Ni-MH Battery 4 Approx. 255 minutes 105 mm 65 mm 27.5 mm (4.1 in. 2.6 in. 1.1 in.) (L W D) Approx. 95 g (3.4 oz.) (excluding batteries) 0C to + 40C (+ 32F to + 104F)
h Images and movies 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 Save your important data to another media (i.e., MO disk, CD-R, hard disk, etc.).

Using Compact Flash

Contact the CompactFlash card manufacturer for information on the CompactFlash functions, operation details and system requirements. Card types approved for use with the FinePix S3 Pro are listed on the FUJIFILM website. http://home.fujifilm.com/products/digital/ h The CompactFlash card may be hot immediately after being used in the camera and should be handled with care. h Do not touch the card contact area with your fingers or metal objects. h Unused CompactFlash cards should be formatted before being used.
Handling Media (all types)
h When inserting the media into the camera, hold the media straight as you push it in. h Never remove the media or turn the camera off during data recording or erasing (media formatting) as this could be damaged to the media. h Do not bend, drop or otherwise subject the media to strong force or shocks. h Do not use or store these media in places with affected by strong static electricity or electrical noise. h Do not use or store media in hot humid places or in places where they are exposed to corrosive substances.

Using media with a PC

Handling xD-Picture Card

Accessories Optional accessories

See P.8 See P.122-123

Playback functions Other functions
1: CCD-RAW is a format specific to the FinePix S3 Pro. The enclosed FinePixViewer software or the optional Hyper-Utility software HS-V2 Ver. 3.0 is required to interpret the images. 2: Images shot in high-sensitivity photography (ISO 400 or higher) may appear coarse and may also be affected by noise such as white dots. 3: Images shot with long exposures (about 4 second or longer) may appear coarse and may also be affected by noise such as white dots. 4: See P.50 for the max. no. of consecutive shots and the shooting intervals for multiple exposure shooting. These specifications and performance data are subject to change without notice. FUJIFILM accepts no liability whatsoever for errors or omissions in this manual. The color LCD monitor on your digital camera is manufactured using advanced high-precision technology. Even so, up to 0.01% of the pixels may fail to light or may remain permanently lit. 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.).

Explanation of Terms

Adobe RGB (1998)
A color space introduced as the working color space for Adobe Photoshop 5.0. AdobeRGB encompasses almost all the colors reproduced by CMYK printers and is intended primarily for printing applications. It was introduced as SMPTE-240E in the RGB settings in Adobe Photoshop 5.0 and as Adobe RGB (1998) in the profile settings from version 6.0 onwards.

Safety Notes

h Make sure that you use your FinePix S3 Pro camera correctly, read these Safety Notes and your Owners Manual carefully beforehand. h After reading these Safety Notes, store them in a safe place.

WARNING

If a problem arises, turn the camera off, remove the batteries, disconnect and unplug the AC power adapter. Continued use of the camera when it is emitting smoke, is emitting any unusual odor, or is in any other abnormal state can cause a fire or electric shock. h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Do not allow water or foreign objects to enter the camera. If water or foreign objects get inside the camera, turn the camera off, remove the batteries and disconnect and unplug the AC power adapter. Continued use of the camera can cause a fire or electric shock. h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Do not use the camera in the bathroom or shower. This can cause a fire or electric shock.