User manual FUJIFILM FINEPIX S5000

[. . . ] Getting Ready Using the Camera Advanced Features Settings Software Installation This manual will show you how to use your FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix S5000 correctly. Please follow the instructions carefully. Viewing Images BL00260-200 (1) Warning To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. EC Declaration of Conformity to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures : -- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. [. . . ] G If the subject moves or the zoom setting is changed, repeat the procedure from step 2. * SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY P. 54 The self-timer is used for taking pictures such as group shots where the photographer is included in the shot. j BRACKETING P. 57 1 40 0 2 You can set the focus manually by holding down the "D" button 1 and pressing "T" or "W" 2 while viewing the image on the screen. Use this feature to photograph the same image with different exposure settings. + AF MODE This sets the focusing method. P. 55 G SHARPNESS P. 57 Use this setting to soften or emphasize outlines or to adjust the quality of the photographed image. A SETTING THE WHITE BALANCE P. 56 Change the white balance setting to take a picture with the white balance fixed for the surroundings and lighting when the picture is taken. z FLASH BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT P. 57 Change this setting to adjust the amount of light emitted by the flash to suit the photography conditions or to achieve a desired effect. TM PHOTOMETRY P. 56 52 Change this setting for scenes where the brightness of the subject and background differ markedly so that the MULTI setting does not give the desired photometering results. 53 STILL IMAGE MENU PHOTOGRAPHY MENU + AF MODE The self-timer is used in situations such as group shots where the photographer is included in the shot. When you set the self-timer to ON, "*" appears on the screen. * : The shot is taken after 10 seconds. * SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY 1 AREA You can change the position on the screen where the camera focuses. Use this feature when you have composed your shot using a tripod and then want to change the focusing position. !G The self-timer function is automatically cancelled in the following situations. i When shooting ends i When the Mode dial is moved to another setting i When the camera is switched to Playback mode i When the camera is switched off CENTER The camera focuses on the center of the screen. MULTI When the Shutter button is pressed down halfway, the camera automatically recognizes a strongly contrasting subject at or close to the center of the screen and displays the AF frame on the subject in focus. The AF mode can only be selected when the focus mode is S-AF (P. 20). 2 0 Bebeep 1 0 2 1 Press the Shutter button down halfway to focus on the subject. 2 Without releasing the Shutter button, press the button all the way down (fully pressed) to start the self-timer. !G If the camera has difficulty identifying the main subject, set the Focus mode to "CENTER" and use AF/AE lock (P24). CENTER Click !G Take care not to stand in front of the lens when you press the Shutter button as this can prevent the correct focus or brightness (exposure) being obtained. The camera focuses on the center of the screen. This is a useful feature when used for shots using AF/AE lock (P. 24). Advanced Features 3 The self-timer lamp lights and then starts flashing until the picture is taken. !G To stop the self-timer, once it has started running, press the "BACK" button. 1 Before moving AREA Press "a", "b", "d", or "c" to move the "W" mark (target point) to the desired focusing position. I Self-timer lamp display * Lit for 5 seconds Blinking for 5 seconds. 4 A countdown is displayed on the screen indicating the time remaining until the picture is taken. Self-timer mode is automatically cancelled after each shot. After moving 2 The AF frame is displayed in the location to which the target point was moved. To reposition the AF frame, select "£ AREA" from the "+" AF MODE menu. 54 Regardless of the AF frame location, the exposure is always set using the area in the center of the screen. 55 STILL IMAGE MENU PHOTOGRAPHY MENU j BRACKETING A SETTING THE WHITE BALANCE Change the white balance setting when you want to take a picture with the white balance fixed for the surroundings and lighting when the picture is taken. In AUTO mode, the correct white balance may not be obtained for subjects such as close-ups of people's faces and shots taken under a special light source. In such situations, select the correct white balance for the light source. AUTO : Automatic adjustment (Shooting to show the ambience of the light source) 6 : Shooting outdoors in fine weather 7 : Shooting in shade 1 Use this feature to photograph the same image with different exposure settings. Auto bracketing automatically shoots 3 consecutive frames, one of which is correctly exposed while the remaining two are underexposed and overexposed respectively by a set amount. h The three available settings are ±1/3 EV, ±2/3 EV and ±1 EV. G If 9 : Shooting under "Daylight" fluorescent 0 : Shooting under "Warm White" - : Shooting under "Cool White" fluorescent 8 : Shooting in incandescent light lamps fluorescent lamps lamps the underexposed or overexposed frame is outside the camera's control range, the shot is not taken with the specified setting increments. However, if there is insufficient space on the xD-Picture Card for 3 shots, no picture will be taken. 1 20 0 2 Because white balance settings (other than custom white balance settings) are ignored when you use the flash, you should select Suppressed flash mode (P. 44) to achieve the intended shot. After setting the exposure for bracketing, hold down the "f" button 1 and press "d" or "c" 2 to select "j". !G The color tones may vary somewhat depending on the shooting conditions (light source, etc. ). TM PHOTOMETRY Use this mode for scenes where the brightness of the subject and background differ markedly so that the MULTI setting is unlikely to achieve the desired result. + AVERAGE : Light metering where an average Advanced Features value for the entire image is used. _ SPOT : Light metering where the exposure is G SHARPNESS Use this setting to soften or emphasize outlines or to adjust the image quality. Best for shots of subjects such as buildings or text where you want sharp images. Best for shots of subjects such as people, where a softer image is desirable. [. . . ] Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures. Do not leave the camera in locations such as a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight. Do not pull on the connection cord to disconnect the AC power adapter. This can damage the power cord or cables and cause a fire or electric shock. [. . . ]