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Getting Ready

Basic

Photography

Advanced

Photography

Settings

Advanced

Features Playback

Connection

This manual will show you how to use your

FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix S3 Pro correctly.

Please follow the instructions carefully.

OWNER’S MANUAL

2 3

EC Declaration of Conformity

Name

Fuji Photo Film

(

Europe

)

G.m.b.H.

Address

Heesenstrasse 31

40549 Dusseldorf, Germany

declare that the product

Product Name: FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix S3 Pro

Manufacture’s Name: Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd.

Manufacture’s Address: 26

30, Nishiazabu 2

chome, Minato

ku,

Tokyo 106

8620, Japan

is in conformity with the following Standards

Safety

EN60065

EMC

EN55022

1998 Classe B

EN55024

1998

EN61000

1995

A1:1998

A2:1998

following the provision of the EMC Directive

(

336

EEC, 92

EEC and

EEC

)

and Low Voltage Directive

(

EEC

)

Dusseldorf, Germany November 1, 2004

Place Date Signature/Managing Director

Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u

ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA

Warning

For customers in the U.S.A.

Tested To Comply

With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation

is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may

not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference received, including interference that

may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a residential

installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference

to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

to correct the interference by one or more of the following

measures:

— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not

expressly approved in this manual could void the user’s authority

to operate the equipment.

Notes on the Grant:

To comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules, this product must be

used with a Fujifilm-specified ferrite-core video cable, IEEE 1394

cable, USB cable and DC supply cord.

For customers in Canada

CAUTION

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES

003.

Please read the Safety Notes (➡P.141) and make

sure you understand them before using the camera.

Contents

1 Getting Ready

Warning

.........................................................................

EC Declaration of Conformity

........................................

Preface

..........................................................................

Accessories included

.....................................................

Camera parts and features

............................................

Top display panel

....................................................

LCD monitor

............................................................

Rear display panel

..................................................

Viewfinder display

...................................................

ATTACHING THE STRAP

...............................................................................................................

MOUNTING THE CAMERA LENS

..................................................................................................

Using CPU Nikkor lenses other than G-type lenses

....................................................................

Lens compatibility

.........................................................................................................................

CHARGING THE BATTERIES

........................................................................................................

LOADING THE BATTERIES

............................................................................................................

INSERTING THE MEDIA

................................................................................................................

CHECKING THE BATTERY CHARGE

...........................................................................................

TURNING ON AND OFF / SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

.........................................................

CORRECTING THE DATE AND TIME / CHANGING THE DATE ORDER

....................................

SELECTING THE LANGUAGE

.......................................................................................................

DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT

...............................................................................................................

LCD ILLUMINATOR

........................................................................................................................

3 Advanced Photography

FOCUS SETTINGS

......................................................................................................................

■ Focus-related custom settings

.............................................................................................

SELECTING THE FOCUS MODE

...............................................................................................

■ Focus modes

........................................................................................................................

SELECTING THE AF AREA MODE

............................................................................................

■ The displays shown in the viewfinder and on the top display panel are shown below.

........

SELECTING THE FOCUS AREA

................................................................................................

MANUAL FOCUS

.........................................................................................................................

, SINGLE-FRAME

...................................................................................................................

RELEASE MODES

FOCUS SETTINGS

2 Basic Photography

BASIC OPERATION GUIDE

...........................................................................................................

Command dials

............................................................................................................................

TAKING PICTURES (P Auto-Multi Program)

..................................................................................

Shooting with the camera held on end (vertically)

.......................................................................

NUMBER OF AVAILABLE SHOTS

.................................................................................................

■ Standard number of shots for the media

..................................................................................

AF-ASSIST ILLUMINATOR

.............................................................................................................

SITUATIONS WHERE AUTOFOCUS MAY NOT WORK AS EXPECTED

.....................................

USING AF LOCK

.............................................................................................................................

TAKING PICTURES WITH AE LOCK

........................................................................................

DEPTH OF FIELD CHECK BUTTON

..............................................................................................

CCD PLANE INDICATOR

...............................................................................................................

VIEWING THE IMAGES (

w PLAYBACK)

......................................................................................

Single-frame playback

..................................................................................................................

Selecting images

..........................................................................................................................

Playback zoom

.............................................................................................................................

PLAYBACK MODE

. CONTINUOUS SHOOTING

.................................................................................................

9 SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY

...........................................................................................

p MULTIPLE EXPOSURE

.......................................................................................................

METERING SYSTEMS

................................................................................................................

l Matrix (10-segment) metering

........................................................................................

k Center-weighted metering

..............................................................................................

j Spot metering

.................................................................................................................

ISO SENSITIVITY

........................................................................................................................

P AUTO-MULTI PROGRAM

....................................................................................................

Program chart

......................................................................................................................

S SHUTTER-PRIORITY AUTO

................................................................................................

A APERTURE-PRIORITY AUTO

.............................................................................................

M MANUAL

...............................................................................................................................

Bulb photography (

™)

...................................................................................................

b EXPOSURE COMPENSATION

............................................................................................

c AUTO EXPOSURE BRACKETING

......................................................................................

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

.............................................................................................................

SETTINGS FOR FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

.........................................................................

BUILT-IN FLASH

..........................................................................................................................

■ Flash control modes that can be used with the built-in flash

................................................

SYNCHRO MODES AND THEIR FEATURES

............................................................................

a FRONT SYNCHRO MODE

..............................................................................

ag SLOW SYNCHRO MODE

................................................................................

ah REAR SYNCHRO MODE

.................................................................................

as RED-EYE REDUCTION MODE

.......................................................................

asg RED-EYE REDUCTION SLOW SYNCHRO MODE

.........................................

TAKING PICTURES USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH

...................................................................

■ Effective range of the built-in flash

.......................................................................................

LENSES THAT CAN BE USED WITH THE BUILT-IN FLASH

....................................................

FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION

......................................................................................

NIKON FLASH UNITS THAT CAN BE USED

..............................................................................

USING THE FUNCTION MENU WHEN TAKING PICTURES

.....................................................

WHITE BALANCE

....................................................................................................................

QUALITY

..................................................................................................................................

RECORDED PIXELS

...............................................................................................................

FILM SIMULATION

..................................................................................................................

DYNAMIC RANGE

...................................................................................................................

COLOR

....................................................................................................................................

TONE

.......................................................................................................................................

SHARPNESS

...........................................................................................................................

AF AREA

..................................................................................................................................

FUNCTION LOCK

....................................................................................................................

FUNCTION RESET

..................................................................................................................

PHOTOGRAPHY FUNCTION MENU

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

EXPOSURE MODES

USING THE FUNCTION MENU

..................................................................................................

HISTOGRAM

...............................................................................................................................

ERASING SINGLE-FRAME

.........................................................................................................

PLAYBACK FUNCTION MENU

4 Advanced Features Playback

■ Test Shots Prior to Photography

For particularly important photographs (such as

weddings and overseas trips), always take a test

photograph and view the image to make sure that the

camera is functioning normally.

h Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. cannot accept liability for

any incidental losses (such as the costs of

photography or the loss of income from

photography) incurred as a result of faults with this

product.

■ Notes on Copyright

Images recorded using your digital camera system

cannot be used in ways that infringe copyright laws

without the consent of the owner, unless intended only

for personal use. Note that some restrictions apply to

the photographing of stage performances,

entertainments and exhibits, even when intended

purely for personal use. Users are also asked to note

that the transfer of memory cards (xD-Picture Card or

Microdrive) containing images or data protected under

restrictions imposed by those copyright laws.

■ Liquid Crystal

If the LCD monitor is damaged, take particular care

with the liquid crystal in the monitor. If any of the

following situations arise, take the urgent action

indicated.

h If liquid crystal comes in contact with your skin

Wipe the area with a cloth and then wash thoroughly

with soap and running water.

h If liquid crystal gets into your eye

Flush the affected eye with clean water for at least

15 minutes and then seek medical assistance.

h If liquid crystal is swallowed

Flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink large

quantities of water and induce vomiting. Then seek

medical assistance.

■ Notes on Electrical Interference

If the camera is to be used in hospitals or aircrafts,

please note that this camera may cause interference

to other equipment in the hospital or aircraft. For

details, please check with the applicable regulations.

■ Handling Your Digital Camera

This camera contains precision electronic

components. To ensure that images are recorded

correctly, do not subject the camera to impact or

shock while an image is being recorded.

■ Trademark Information

h and xD-Picture Card™ are trademarks of

Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd.

h IBM PC/AT is a registered trademark of International

Business Machines Corp. of the U.S.A.

h Macintosh, Power Macintosh, iMac, PowerBook, iBook

and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.,

registered in the U.S. and other countries.

h Adobe Acrobat

Reader

is a trademark of Adobe

Systems Incorporated of the U.S.

h Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are

trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation in the United States and/or other

countries. Windows is an abbreviated term referring

to the Microsoft

Windows

Operating System.

✽ The “Designed for Microsoft

Windows

XP” logo

refers to the camera and the driver only.

h Other company or product names are trademarks or

registered trademarks of the respective companies.

■ Explanation of Color Television System

NTSC: National Television System Committee, color

television telecasting specifications adopted

mainly in the U.S.A., Canada and Japan.

PAL: Phase Alternation by Line, a color television

system adopted mainly by European countries

and China.

■ Exif Print (Exif ver. 2.2)

Exif Print Format is a newly revised digital camera file

format that contains a variety of shooting information

for optimal printing.

Contents

◆

LCD cover

◆

To prevent soiling or damage to the LCD monitor,

attach the enclosed LCD cover to the camera when

you are carrying or not using the camera.

Attach the LCD cover by first fitting it into the grooves

below the camera’s LCD monitor.

Preface

LCD cover

System Expansion Options

.......................................

121

Accessories Guide

....................................................

122

Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly

....................

124

Cleaning the CCD

.....................................................

125

Notes on the Power Supply

.......................................

129

Applicable Batteries

..............................................

129

Notes on the Batteries

...........................................

129

Using the AA-size Ni-MH Batteries

.......................

129

Notes on Using the Battery Charger

.....................

130

AC Power Adapter

................................................

130

Notes on the Media

...................................................

131

Warning Displays

......................................................

132

Troubleshooting

.........................................................

136

Specifications

............................................................

138

Explanation of Terms

................................................

140

Safety Notes

..............................................................

141

5 Settings

SET-UP

.........................................................................................................................................

101

USING THE SET-UP SCREEN

......................................................................................................

101

■ SET-UP menu options

............................................................................................................

102

IMAGE DISPLAY

...........................................................................................................................

103

Procedure when “PREVIEW” is set

............................................................................................

103

Preview zoom

.............................................................................................................................

103

Histogram

...................................................................................................................................

103

Brightness warning and standard chart

......................................................................................

103

SETTING THE CUSTOM WB

.......................................................................................................

104

■ When the exposure is not measured correctly

.......................................................................

105

COLOR SPACES

..........................................................................................................................

105

D-RANGE

......................................................................................................................................

105

AUTO ROTATE

.............................................................................................................................

106

FORMAT

.......................................................................................................................................

106

FRAME NO.

...................................................................................................................................

106

DISCHARGING RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

..........................................................................

107

LIVE IMAGE

..................................................................................................................................

108

TWO-BUTTON RESET

.................................................................................................................

109

CUSTOM SETTING (CSM)

...........................................................................................................

110

Cancelling custom settings

........................................................................................................

110

■ Custom settings list

................................................................................................................

111

6 Connection

CONNECTING TO A TV

...............................................................................................................

113

USING THE AC POWER ADAPTER

............................................................................................

113

CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER

...............................................................................................

114

USE AT DSC MODE

..................................................................................................................

115

Disconnecting the camera

..........................................................................................................

116

CONNECTING THE CAMERA DIRECTLY TO THE PRINTER — PictBridge FUNCTION

..........

117

Specifying images for printing on the camera

............................................................................

117

Specifying images for printing without using DPOF (single-frame printing)

...............................

118

Disconnecting the printer

...........................................................................................................

120

SINGLE-FRAME PROTECT

........................................................................................................

MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK

.........................................................................................................

o ERASING ALL FRAMES

........................................................................................................

i PROTECTING IMAGES: SET ALL / RESET ALL

..................................................................

u HOW TO SPECIFY PRINT OPTIONS (DPOF)

......................................................................

u DPOF SET FRAME

................................................................................................................

u DPOF (RESET ALL)

..............................................................................................................

[ AUTOMATIC PLAYBACK

......................................................................................................

] TRIMMING

.............................................................................................................................

= LCD BRIGHTNESS

..............................................................................................................

100

PLAYBACK MENU

8 9

h AA-size Ni-MH Batteries (HR-AA) (4)

h Battery charger BCH-NH2 (1)

✽Plug-in and cord-attached types are provided

depending on the intended country of use.

h Strap (1)

h Accessory shoe cover (1)

Fitted on the camera body

h Eyepiece cap (1)

h LCD cover (1)

Fitted on the camera body

h Camera body cap (1)

Fitted on the camera body

h Video cable (1)

(approx. 1.5 m (4.9ft.), mini-plug (3.5 mm-dia.) to

pin-plug cable)

h IEEE 1394 4-pin to 6-pin cable (1)

(approx. 1.5 m (4.9ft.))

h USB cable (mini-B) (1)

h Cable holder (1)

h Clamp filter (1)

h Synchronizing terminal cap (1)

Fitted on the camera body

h Remote release socket cap (1)

Fitted on the camera body

h Battery holder (1)

Fitted on the camera body

h CD-ROM: Software for FinePix AX (1)

h Owner’s Manual (this manual) (1)

h Software Quick Start Guide (1)

Accessories included

AF-assist illuminator

(P.38)

Self-timer lamp

(P.51)

Red-eye reduction lamp

(P.69)

Accessory shoe

(P.75)

Accessory shoe cover

Power switch

(P.26)

Sub-command dial

(P.33)

Depth of field check button

(P.42)

Shutter button for

vertical shooting

(P.36)

Strap mount

(P.16)

Flash exposure compensation

button

(P.73)

Exposure compensation button

(P.63)

Top display panel

(P.12)

LCD illuminator button

(P.29)

Shutter button

(P.36)

Release mode switch

unlock button

Exposure mode dial

Release mode switch

Synchronizing

terminal cap

Synchronizing terminal

Lock lever for vertical shooting

(P.36)

Camera parts and features

✽ Refer to the pages in parentheses for information on

using the camera parts or features.

10 11

Camera parts and features

Flash pop-up button (P.70)

Focus mode selector switch (P.46)

Battery holder

release catch

Lens release button

Strap mount

Flash

(P.70)

USB socket (mini-B)

Battery holder

IEEE 1394 socket

VIDEO OUT (Video output)

socket

DC IN 5V (power input) socket

Terminal cover

Digital terminal cover

Remote release socket

(10-pin terminal)

(P.62)

Remote release socket cap

Tripod mount

Slot cover

unlock button

Main-command dial

(P.33)

Access lamp

(P.116)

4-direction button

lock switch

MENU/OK button

BACK button

xD-Picture Card slot

CF / Microdrive

eject button

CF / Microdrive slot

Slot cover

4-direction button

AE-L/AF-L button

Metering system selector dial

PLAY button

(P.43)

FUNC button

(P.76, 84)

F1 button

F2 button

F3 button

F4 button

LCD monitor

(P.12)

Rear display panel

(P.14)

Synchro mode button

(P.68)

Auto Exposure Bracketing

button

(P.64)

Diopter adjustment knob

Rubber eyecup

Viewfinder

12 13

Top display panel Rear display panel

LCD monitor

●

The LCD used in the top display panel will turn dark at high temperatures and will respond a little more slowly at low

temperatures. However, it will operate normally again at normal temperatures.

●

There may be some unevenness in the brightness at the bottom of the LCD monitor. This is due to variations in the

lighting of the LCD itself and is not a fault.

Camera parts and features

Protection

DPOF

Histogram

Shutter speed / Exposure

compensation value

Aperture

Flash exposure

compensation

(P.73)

Custom Setting (P.110)

Battery level warning

(P.25)

Exposure

compensation

(P.63)

Flash synchro mode (P.68) Bracketing bar graphs (P.64)

Auto Exposure Bracketing (P.64) Focus area (P.47)

Flexible Program

(P.56)

ISO200

01 / 01 / 2004

12 : 00 AM

Quality

AF area mode

Function lock

Sharpness

Tone

Color

Recording icon (when recording)

/ Color space

(when AdobeRGB is set)

Media

Press the “FUNC”

button to switch

between functions.

Date / Time

Photography mode

Sensitivity

Battery charge

indicator

Number of available

shots

White balance Recorded pixels

Film simulation

Dynamic range

Function reset

■ During shooting

h Photographed image display: For checking

Histogram (P.103)

Standard chart display (P.103)

Record

Erase

14 15

Viewfinder display

●

The viewfinder will be dark without battery power but brightens after installation of fresh batteries. This is not a

malfunction.

●

The LCD panel in the upper part of the viewfinder (focus area and On-Demand Grid Lines) will become paler at high

temperatures and will become darker and respond a little more slowly at low temperatures. However, it will operate

normally again at normal temperatures.

●

The LCD panel in the viewfinder display (where the icons and numbers are displayed) will turn dark at high temperatures

and will respond a little more slowly at low temperatures. However, it will operate normally again at normal temperatures.

◆

About Advanced Focusing Screen Display

◆

The new Advanced Focusing Screen Display of the FinePix S3 Pro employs the convenient Vari-Brite

Focus Area display system; it enables clear display of the focus brackets at the selected focus area in

the viewfinder for easy identification. When the finder image is bright, the focus brackets are displayed

in black and when the finder image is dark, the focus brackets are momentarily illuminated in red. The

selected focus area can be identified easily in both bright and dark conditions with this function.

Also, the new Advanced Focusing Screen Display allows the superimposition of On-Demand Grid

Lines. The grid lines can be displayed by using Custom Setting Menu #2 (➡P.111). These grids assist

you in composing the frame, in taking landscape pictures or in shifting/tilting PC-Nikkor lenses.

✽ Due to characteristics of the LCD used in the Vari-Brite Focus Area display system, a thin line

outside the selected focus area may also be displayed or the entire viewfinder may be illuminated in

red under certain conditions. These are not malfunctions.

12mm-dia reference

circle for center-

weighted metering area

(P.54)

Focus

indicator

(P.36)

Flash ready-light

(P.70)

Exposure compensation value

/ Flash exposure

compensation value

(P.63, 73)

Shutter speed

Aperture

Focus area

(P.47)

Metering system (P.54)

Multiple exposure (P.52)

AE-L (Auto exposure lock)

indicator

(P.41)

Exposure compensation (P.63)

Flash exposure compensation (P.73)

Exposure mode (P.56-62) / Electronic

analog exposure display / Exposure

compensation value display

(P.63)

● Viewfinder information display

On-Demand Grid Lines

(P.111)

Focus area

Spot metering area

(P.54)

Rear display panel

Camera parts and features

■ During playback

100-0009

125 F5.6 ISO200

AUTO C

STD

T:STD

S:STD

100-0009

01 / 01 / 2004 12 : 00 AM

WB:AUTO NORMAL 6M F:STD

Media

Press the “FUNC”

button to switch

between functions.

Playback mode

Frame number

Multi-frame playback

Protection

Shutter speed Aperture

Sensitivity

Recorded pixels

White balance

Date / Time

Erase

Histogram

Sharpness

Tone

Color

Quality

Battery charge indicator

Color space (only AdobeRGB shown)

Film simulation

Dynamic range

16 17

Getting Ready

Fastener A

Fastener B

Pass one end of the strap through the strap mount

on the camera body.

Pass the end of the strap through the fastener A

and B as shown in the figure.

Adjust the strap length. Use the same procedure to

attach the other end of the strap to the other strap

mount.

●

Check that the strap is pulled tight after it is attached.

MOUNTING THE CAMERA LENS

Check the lens type.

Set the Power switch to “OFF” to turn the camera

off.

CPU contacts of CPU lens

The lens is fitted with CPU

signal contacts.

CPU Nikkor lens other

than G-type

(with aperture ring)

G-type Nikkor lens

(without aperture ring)

Position lens in the camera’s bayonet mount so

that the mounting indexes on lens and camera

body are aligned, then twist lens counterclockwise

until it locks into place.

●

Always change the lens in an area free of dirt and dust.

●

When attaching the lens, take care not to press the lens

release button.

●

When the lens is not attached or when a non-CPU Nikkor

lens is attached and the power switch is turned on, “

§”

blinks in the top display panel and viewfinder, and the shutter

cannot be released. See P.20 for a non-CPU lens.

●

Take care not to mount the lens when it is at an angle to the

camera as this can damage the lens mount on the camera.

●

See “Lens compatibility” (➡P.19) for details.

ATTACHING THE STRAP

1 Getting Ready

Continued

◆

Using the cable holder

◆

Feed the cables through the cable holder.

Attach the cable holder to the strap mount.

Cable

holder

IEEE 1394

DC IN 5V

Strap

mount

18 19

Getting Ready

MOUNTING THE CAMERA LENS

Using CPU Nikkor lenses other than G-type lenses

Set the aperture ring to the minimum aperture.

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.

Lens compatibility

Use a CPU lens (except IX-Nikkor) with this camera. D- or G-type AF lenses give you access to all

available functions (➡P.17).

✽ 1 Spot metering area can be shifted with focus area selector (➡P.54) with CPU Nikkor lens.

✽ 2 IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be attached.

✽ 3 This camera is compatible with the Vibration Reduction function of the VR Nikkor lens.

✽ 4 The camera’s 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.

✽ 5 Without shifting and/or tilting the lens.

✽ 6 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 12-

24mm 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.

✽ 7With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

✽ 8With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

✽ 9 Some lenses/accessories cannot be attached (➡P.20).

✽ 10 With exposure mode set to Manual. The exposure meter cannot be used.

✽ 11 With exposure mode set to Manual and shutter speed set to 1/60 sec. or slower but the exposure meter cannot be

used.

✽ 12 Can be mounted when used with the Nikon Auto extension ring.

i Reprocopy Outfit PF-4 can be attached in combination with Nikon Camera Holder PA-4.

✓: Compatible, —: Imcompatible

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✽7

✓

—

✓

✽10

———

■ Types of CPU lenses and other usable lenses/accessories

Focus modeMode

Lens/accessories

Autofocus

Manual with

electronic

rangefinder

Manual

Exposure mode

Any mode

other than

Metering system

Matrix

3D 10-

segment

10-

segment

Center-

Weighted,

Spot

✽1

CPU Nikkor

✽2

Non-CPU Nikkor

✽9

D-type AF Nikkor

✽3

G-type AF Nikkor

✽3

AF-S, AF-I Nikkor

PC Micro-Nikkor

85 mm f/2.8D

✽4

AF-I/AF-S Teleconverter

✽6

Non-D/G-type AF Nikkor (except

AF Nikkor for F3AF)

AI-P Nikkor

AI-S or AI type Nikkor,

Series-E, AI-modified Nikkor

Medical-Nikkor

120 mm f/4

Reflex-Nikkor

PC-Nikkor

AI-S or AI type

Teleconverters

Bellows Focusing

Attachment PB-6

✽12

Auto Extension Rings

(PK-11A, PK-12,

PK-13 and PN-11)

20 21

Getting Ready

MOUNTING THE CAMERA LENS

◆

G-type Nikkor and other CPU Nikkor lens

◆

When a non-CPU lens is attached

◆

Nikkor lenses/accessories that cannot be attached to the FinePix S3 Pro

◆

Batteries that can be charged

Charge the AA-size Ni-MH batteries (HR-AA).

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

batteries other than those specified for use with the charger (such as manganese, alkaline or lithium batteries) can cause

the batteries to burst or leak. This could result in a fire or injury and consequent damage to the surroundings.

Load the Ni-MH batteries (included) into the battery

charger BCH-NH2 bundled with the camera

correctly as indicated by the polarity icons.

●

The Ni-MH batteries are not fully charged when purchased

and must be fully charged before being used.

●

When first used after purchasing or when left unused for a

long period, charge and discharge the battery using the

camera’s “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function and

then recharge them (➡P.107).

●

If the terminals of battery are soiled, it may not be possible to

charge them. Clean the battery terminals and battery charger

terminals with a clean, dry cloth.

Plug the battery charger into a power outlet to

begin charging. After completing the charging, the

charging lamp turns off. Unplug the battery charger

from the power outlet when it is not in use.

●

If Ni-MH batteries are charged repeatedly before they are

fully discharged, the battery charge indicator will appear while

there is still ample charge remaining in the batteries. At that

time, discharge and recharge them several times using the

camera’s “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function

(➡P.107).

●

The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and

shall be easily accessible.

●

The shape of the plug and socket-outlet depends on the

country of use.

✽Plug-in and cord-attached types are provided

depending on the intended country of use.

CHARGING THE BATTERIES

Set exposure mode to “M” Manual with a non-CPU lens (When other modes are selected, shutter

cannot be released). The camera’s exposure meter cannot be used and the aperture cannot be set

using the Sub-command Dial when using non-CPU lenses. “

§” appears in place of the aperture

indication in the top display panel and viewfinder; set/confirm aperture using the lens aperture ring.

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.

The following Nikkor lenses/accessories cannot be attached to the FinePix S3 Pro (otherwise camera

body or lens may be damaged):

h TC-16A Teleconverter

h Non-AI lenses

h 400mm f/4.5, 600 mm f/5.6, 800 mm f/8 and 1200 mm f/11 with Focusing Unit AU-1

h Fisheye 6 mm f/5.6, 7.5 mm f/5.6, 8 mm f/8 and OP 10 mm f/5.6

h Old type 21 mm f/4

h K1, K2 ring, Auto Extension Ring PK-1, PK-11, Auto Ring BR-2, BR-4

h ED 180-600 mm f/8 (No. 174041-174180)

h ED 360-1200 mm f/11 (No. 174031-174127)

h 200-600 mm f/9.5 (No. 280001-300490)

h 80 mm f/2.8, 200 mm f/3.5 and TC-16 Teleconverter for F3AF

h PC 28 mm f/4 (No. 180900 or smaller)

h PC 35 mm f/2.8 (No. 851001-906200)

h Old type PC 35 mm f/3.5

h Old type Reflex 1000 mm f/6.3

h Reflex 1000 mm f/11 (No. 142361-143000)

h Reflex 2000 mm f/11 (No. 200111-200310)

22 23

Getting Ready

LOADING THE BATTERIES

Compatible Batteries

h AA-size Ni-MH batteries (HR-AA) (4)

◆

How to use the battery

◆

h Use only Ni-MH (nickel-metal hydride) batteries.

h Never use the following types of batteries, as they could cause serious

problems such as battery fluid leakage or overheating:

1. Batteries with split or peeling outer casings

2. Combinations of different types of batteries or new and used batteries

together

h Soil (such as fingerprints) on the battery terminals makes the batteries charge less reducing the

number of images they will allow you to take. Carefully wipe the battery terminals with a soft dry cloth

before loading.

h See P.129 for other notes on using batteries.

h When first used after purchasing or left unused for a long period, the time for which AA-size Ni-MH

rechargeable batteries can be used may be shorter. You are advised to check the detailed

information provided on P.129 and then charge the batteries before using the camera (within 1 week).

Outer casing

Set the Power switch to “OFF” to turn the camera

off.

1Lift out the battery holder release catch.

2Turn the battery holder release catch

counterclockwise to unlock the battery holder.

3Pull the battery holder out.

Push the battery holder in and hold it in place as

you turn the battery holder release catch clockwise

to securely lock the battery holder.

●

Remove the batteries more easily by pushing the batteries

upwards from the gap at the opposite end from the battery

holder release catch.

Load the AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries in

the direction indicated by the ≠ and – labels on

the holder. Align the battery ends with the terminals

in the sequence shown in the figure and then

slowly push them into the place.

Access lamp

24 25

Getting Ready

INSERTING THE MEDIA

Use either xD-Picture Card or CF/Microdrive as recording media in the FinePix S3 Pro.

h If an xD-Picture Card and a CF/Microdrive are inserted at the same time, images will be recorded

onto the media selected as the “MEDIA” (➡P.102).

h Data cannot be copied between the two media types on the FinePix S3 Pro.

Set the Power switch to “OFF” and check that the

access lamp is off. Then open the slot cover.

Never open the slot cover while the camera is on.

This could destroy the image data or damage the

media itself.

h If the camera loses power while it is shooting or saving an image, it cannot save the photographed

image. Note the battery level carefully when shooting long-exposure images (e.g. bulb photography)

or when shooting images that will take some time to save (continuous shooting or shots with the

quality set to “HIGH”).

h Use the optional AC adapter (AC-5VX) when camera is used for long periods for indoor shots, etc.

The camera displays no battery level icons when the AC adapter is used.

●

Insert only the appropriate media types into the xD-Picture Card and CF/Microdrive slots. Inserting the incorrect

media will damage the camera or media.

●

If the media is oriented incorrectly, it will not go all the way into the slot. Do not apply force when inserting an xD-

Picture Card or CF/Microdrive.

●

If the media is not fully inserted into the slot, “`” appears.

Gold marking

Align the gold marking on the xD-Picture

Card slot with the gold contact area on

the xD-Picture Card and push the card

firmly all the way into the slot.

Push the CF/Microdrive firmly all the way

into the CF/Microdrive slot.

Compatibility is listed on Fujifilm website:

http://home.fujifilm.com/products/digital/

xD-Picture Card CF/Microdrive

Close the slot cover.

◆

How to replace the xD-Picture Card

◆

Push the xD-Picture Card into the slot and then

slowly remove your finger. The lock is released and

the xD-Picture Card is pushed out.

◆

How to replace the CF/Microdrive

◆

Open the slot cover, press the CF/Microdrive eject

button and remove the CF/Microdrive.

CF/Microdrive

eject button

CHECKING THE BATTERY CHARGE

Turn the camera on and check the battery charge indicator.

◆

Auto Power Off Function

◆

If you leave the camera turned on without using it, this function automatically turns the camera off (➡P.112).

When the Auto Power Off function has turned the camera off, restore power to the camera by pressing the

shutter button on the top of the camera down halfway or by pressing the LCD illuminator button.

●

Auto Power Off cannot be cancelled using the shutter button for vertical shooting.

1No icon

Batteries charged.

3Lit

Lights when there is no

remaining battery charge and

the camera shutdown

procedure has been completed.

The batteries must be replaced.

1There is ample charge in

the batteries.

2The batteries are flat.

Have replacement batteries

ready.

3The batteries are fully

depleted. You must replace

the batteries.

2Blinking

No remaining battery charge.

Camera shutting down.

●

If you turn the camera on again after the icon in 3 has been displayed, the

icon in 1 may reappear but there is actually no charge left in the batteries and

they must be replaced.

ISO200

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10 : 00 AM

Blinking

Lit

Top display panel

Rear display panel

●

When storing CF/Microdrives, always use the special

protective case.

26 27

Getting Ready

1Unlock the 4-direction button.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

ＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥ

２００４．１．１２００４．１．１

１２：００ＡＭ１２：００ＡＭ

ＹＹＹＹ．ＭＭ．ＤＤＹＹＹＹ．ＭＭ．ＤＤ

ＳＥＴＳＥＴ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬＣＡＮＣＥＬ

ＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥＮＯＴＳＥＴＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥＮＯＴＳＥＴ

ＳＥＴＳＥＴ

ＮＯＮＯ

TURNING ON AND OFF / SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

After purchasing the camera, first time when

turning camera on, the date and time are cleared.

Press the “MENU/OK” button to set the date and

time.

●

If the message (see figure at left) does not appear, refer to

“Correcting the date and time” (➡P.27) and check and correct

the date and time settings.

●

The message also appears when the batteries have been

removed and the camera has been left for a long period.

●

To set the date and time later, press the “BACK” button.

●

If you do not set the date and time, this message will appear

each time you turn the camera on.

1Unlock the 4-direction button.

2Press “d” or “c” to select Year, Month, Day,

Hour or Minute and then press “a” or “b” to

adjust the selected setting.

1Once you have set the date and time, press the

“MENU/OK” button.

When you have finished the procedure, lock

the 4-direction button to prevent accidental

improper use.

●

Holding down “a” or “b” changes the numbers continuously.

●

When the time displayed passes “12:00”, the AM/PM setting

changes.

●

At the time of purchase and after leaving the camera for a

long period with the batteries removed, settings such as the

date and time are cleared. Once the AC power adapter has

been connected or the batteries have been loaded for 2 days

or more, the date and time settings will be retained for

roughly 6 months even when the camera has no power

(batteries removed and AC power adapter disconnected).

01 02

２００４．９．２３２００４．９．２３

１０：００ＡＭ：００ＡＭ

ＹＹＹＹ．ＭＭ．ＤＤＹＹＹＹ．ＭＭ．ＤＤ

ＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥ

ＳＥＴＳＥＴ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬＣＡＮＣＥＬ

01 02

To turn the camera on, set the Power switch to

“ON”.

To turn the camera off, set the Power switch to

“OFF”.

９／２３／２００４９／２３／２００４

１０：００ＡＭ：００ＡＭ

ＭＭ／ＤＤ／ＹＹＹＹＭＭ／ＤＤ／ＹＹＹＹ

ＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥ

ＳＥＴＳＥＴ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬＣＡＮＣＥＬ

２００４．９．２３２００４．９．２３

１０：００ＡＭ１０：００ＡＭ

ＹＹＹＹ．ＭＭＹＹＹＹ．ＭＭ．ＤＤ．ＤＤ

ＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥ

ＳＥＴＳＥＴ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬＣＡＮＣＥＬ

CORRECTING THE DATE AND TIME / CHANGING THE DATE ORDER

Correcting the date and time

Changing the date order

1Press “d” or “c” to move to option 3 and then

press “a” or “b” to select “DATE/TIME”.

2Press “c”.

1Press “d” or “c” to select the date order.

2Press “a” or “b” to set the order. Refer to the

table below for details of the settings.

3Always press the “MENU/OK” button after the

settings are completed.

01 02 03

1Press “d” or “c” to select Year, Month, Day,

Hour or Minute.

2Press “a” or “b” to correct the setting.

3Always press the “MENU/OK” button after the

settings are completed.

When you have finished the procedure, lock the 4-

direction button to prevent accidental improper use.

●

Holding down “a” or “b” changes the numbers continuously.

●

When the time displayed passes “12:00”, the AM/PM setting

changes.

01 02 03

ＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥＳＥＴＤＡＴＥ／ＴＩＭＥＳＥＴ

ＳＥＴ−ＵＰＳＥＴ−ＵＰ

ＵＳＢＭＯＤＥ：ＵＳＢＭＯＤＥ：

１３９４ＭＯＤＥ：１３９４ＭＯＤＥ：

4 5

ＢＥＥＰ：ＬＯＷＢＥＥＰ：ＬＯＷ

ＳＥＴＳＥＴ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬＣＡＮＣＥＬ

01 02

Date order Explanation

YYYY.MM.DD

Displays the date in the “year. month. day”

format.

MM/DD/YYYY

Displays the date in the “month / day / year”

format.

DD.MM.YYYY

Displays the date in the “day. month. year”

format.

28 29

Getting Ready

SELECTING THE LANGUAGE DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT / LCD ILLUMINATOR

The finder diopter enables near- or far-sighted photographers to adjust the eyepiece diopter to suit

their vision.

Displays in the top and rear display panels can be confirmed in the dark with the LCD illuminator.

When you press the “m” LCD illuminator button,

the top and rear display panels light up.

h Display panel illumination turns off in the

following situations:

i When you press the “

m” LCD illumination

button again

i When you release the shutter

i When the Auto Power Off function turns the

camera off

While looking through the viewfinder, adjust the

position of the diopter adjustment knob until the

focusing frame or the image in the viewfinder

appears sharpest.

h The diopter setting can be adjusted from –2.0 m

-1

(shortsighted) to +1.0 m

-1

(farsighted). Nikon also

provides 9 types of diopter adjustment lens

ranging from –5 m

-1

to +3 m

-1

DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT

LCD ILLUMINATOR

Since the diopter adjustment knob is located next to the viewfinder, be careful not to poke yourself

in the eye with your finger or fingernail while sliding the knob.

CSM 14: The illuminator can be set to come on when any button is pressed (➡P.112).

●

Pressing the shutter button down halfway temporarily turns

display panel illumination off.

01 02

言語言語

／ＬＡＮＧ．ＥＮＧＬＩＳＨ／ＬＡＮＧ．ＥＮＧＬＩＳＨ

ＳＥＴ−ＵＰＳＥＴ−ＵＰ

ＶＩＤＥＯＳＹＳＴＥＭ：ＮＴＳＣＶＩＤＥＯＳＹＳＴＥＭ：ＮＴＳＣ

ＤＩＳＣＨＡＲＧＥ：ＯＫＤＩＳＣＨＡＲＧＥ：ＯＫ

ＦＲＡＭＥＮＯ．：ＣＯＮＴ．

ＳＥＴＳＥＴ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬＣＡＮＣＥＬ

01 02

1Turn the camera on.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the SET-

UP screen.

1The “SET-UP” screen appears. Press “d” or “c”

to move to option 4 and then press “a” or “b” to

select “ ”.

2Press “c” to select “ENGLISH”, “FRANCAIS”,

“DEUTSCH”, “ESPAÑOL”, “ITALIANO”, “ ”

or “ ”. Press “c ” to cycle through the

language settings.

●

The screens in this manual are shown in English.

●

See P.102 for more information on the “SET-UP” menu.

30 31

Basic Photography

xRelease mode

switch unlock

button

Hold down this button

to move the release

mode switch.

xExposure mode dial

Allows you to select the exposure

mode, the custom settings and

the ISO setting,

: Programmed Auto

: Shutter-priority Auto

: Aperture-priority Auto

: Manual

: Custom settings

: ISO setting (sensitivity)

xRelease mode switch

Selects Single-frame, Continuous, Self-timer or Multi

Exposure as the shutter release mode.

xLens release button

Hold down this button as

you remove the lens.

xPower switch

Turns the camera on

and off.

xFocus mode selector switch

Selects AF-S (Single-AF servo), AF-C

(Continuous-AF servo) or M (Manual)

as the focus mode.

xRemote release socket

Used to connect a 10-pin

remote release.

xFlash pop-up button

To use the built-in flash, press

this button to pop-up the flash.

xSynchronizing terminal

Use this to connect flash units

that require a synchro cord.

xTop display panel

Displays the information

shown in the viewfinder

along with other information.

xMain command dial

Changes settings such as the

shutter speed.

xAccessory shoe

Mount an external flash here.

xDepth of field check

button

This button allows you to

check the depth of field.

xShutter button

Press this button down halfway to

restore the camera to

Photography mode. Press down

fully to take a picture.

xSub-command dial

Changes the aperture and other

settings.

xDiopter adjustment knob

Makes the image in the viewfinder easier to see.

Set this knob to the position where the focusing

area appears sharpest.

xFlash exposure

compensation button

Used with the Main-command dial

to select the flash exposure

compensation value.

xAuto exposure bracketing button

Used with the camera dials to select Auto Exposure Bracketing.

Main-command dial: Turns Auto Exposure Bracketing ON and OFF.

Sub-command dial: Selects a combination of exposure offset and number of shots.

xSynchro mode button

Used with the Main-command

dial to select Synchro mode.

xMetering system selector dial

Selects Multi, Center-weighted or Spot

as the metering system.

xAE-L / AF-L button

Locks the exposure and focus while

pressed.

xLCD illuminator button

Illuminates the display panel.

xExposure compensation

button

Used with the Main-command

dial to select the exposure

compensation value.

BASIC OPERATION GUIDE

Basic

Photography

32 33

Basic Photography

Sub

Main

＋

Main

＋

Main

＋

BASIC OPERATION GUIDE

Command dials

The FinePix S3 Pro’s Main- and Sub-command dials are used alone or in combination with

other buttons to select/set various functions or modes.

Main

ＳＥＴ−ＵＰ

ＩＭＡＧＥＤＩＳＰ．ＯＦＦ

ＣＵＳＴＯＭＷＢ：ＳＥＴ

ＣＯＬＯＲＳＰＡＣＥＳ：ｓＲＧＢ

Ｄ−ＲＡＮＧＥ：ＷＩＤＥ

3 4 5

ＳＥＴ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬ

Frame advance : dc

Playback zoom : ab

1Menu option selection : dc

2Setting selection : ab

3Confirmation : MENU/OK

Cancel : BACK

1Option selection : ab

2Setting selection : dc

xFUNC button

Selects the information displayed

on the rear display panel.

xRear display panel

Displays information during

shooting or playback.

xPLAY button

Switches playback

display on and off.

x F1 to F4 buttons

Use these buttons to select items in the rear display panel.

xMENU/OK button

Press this button to confirm an

action in the menu screen.

x4-direction button lock

switch

Release this switch to use the

4-direction button.

xBACK button

Press this button to cancel an

action in the menu screen.

x Access lamp

Lights during media access.

x4-direction button

Use this button to select menu

options or the focus area.

Photography

Menu SET-UPPlayback

xPlayback, Menu and SET–UP Operations

LCD monitor

OFF

Shutter button pressed halfway

ＥＲＡＳＥ

ＡＬＬＦＲＡＭＥＳ

ＢＡＣＫ

Exposure mode dial

Auto Exposure

Bracketing button

Sub-command

dial

Main-

command dial

Exposure

compensation

button

Flash exposure

compensation

button

Synchro mode

button

Setting

Exposure mode setting

Procedure

Program shift “P”

Slower

Faster

Main

Shutter speed setting “S, M”

Aperture setting “A, M”

Exposure compensation amount “P, S, A, M”

Auto Exposure Bracketing ON/OFF

“P, S, A, M”

Number of shots and exposure offset for Auto

Exposure Bracketing

Sensitivity setting “ISO”

Custom setting option selection

“CSM”

Custom setting option modification

Synchro mode setting

“P, S, A, M”

Sub

＋

Main

＋

Flash exposure compensation amount

Open

Sub

34 35

Basic Photography

Single

Area AF

Dynamic

TAKING PICTURES

(

P Auto-Multi Program

)

Set the metering system selector dial to “/”

(Matrix metering).

●

Matrix metering indication “l” appears in the viewfinder.

●

When shooting with the camera held vertically, see the

section on vertical shooting (➡P.36).

●

Take care not to obscure the lens with your fingers or the

shoulder strap.

Set the Exposure mode dial to “P” (Auto-Multi

Program).

Brace your elbows against your body and hold the

camera with both hands.

Position the central focus area over the subject.

●

If the subject is outside the focus area, either move the focus

area or take the picture using the AF Lock function (➡P.40).

Set the focus mode selector switch to “S” (Single-

AF Servo).

1Press the “FUNC” button to display the AF

setting on the rear display panel.

2Press the “F1” button to select “7” Single area

AF.

●

Make sure to turn the focus mode selector switch until it

clicks into position.

1Unlock the 4-direction button.

2Press “d ”, “c ”, “a ” or “b ” to position the

focusing area in the center.

Lock the 4-direction button to prevent accidental

improper use.

Hold down the release mode switch unlock button

and set the release mode switch to “,” (Single-

frame).

●

The selected focus area indicator appears on the top display

panel, in the viewfinder display and on the viewfinder screen

(➡P.47).

01 02

Continued

36 37

Basic Photography

TAKING PICTURES

(

P Auto-Multi Program

)

Press the shutter button down halfway to focus the

shot. The focus indicator “● ” appears in the

viewfinder display.

●

If the focus indicator is flashing, the camera cannot focus and

the shutter will not release.

●

When you are not using the shutter button for vertical

shooting, engage the lock lever for vertical shooting to

prevent the shutter button from being pressed by mistake.

●

Auto Power Off cannot be cancelled using the shutter button

for vertical shooting. Press the shutter button on the top of

the camera to restore power to the camera.

Without releasing the shutter button, press it down

all the way (fully pressed) to take the shot.

NUMBER OF AVAILABLE SHOTS

The number of available shots is displayed on the

rear display panel.

ISO200

09 / 23 / 2004

10 : 00 AM

■ Standard number of shots for the media

Because the amount of data needed to record an image varies slightly depending on the type of subject, the number of

available shots may not decrease after an image is recorded, or may decrease by 2 in some cases. Also, the difference

between the standard number of shots and the actual number of available shots increases for media with a higher capacity.

●

See P.78-79 for information on changing the number of

recorded pixels/Quality (compression ratio) setting.

●

The factory default settings set at shipment are 6M and N

(Quality: NORMAL).

The shutter button for vertical shooting makes taking pictures in this mode as convenient as normal

shooting.

Shooting with the camera held on end

(

vertically

)

Shutter button for

vertical shooting

Lock lever for

vertical shooting

Unlock the shutter button for vertical shooting.

Hold the camera vertically to take the picture.

✽ Number of available shots for formatted media.

Quality Mode

Image File Size

DPC-16 (16 MB)

DPC-32 (32 MB)

DPC-64 (64 MB)

DPC-128 (128 MB)

FINE

Number of recorded

pixels

4256 × 2848

1440 × 960

3024 × 2016

2304 × 1536

DPC-256 (256 MB)

DPC-512 (512 MB)

Approx.

4.7 MB

107

NORMAL

Approx.

2.4 MB

107

214

FINE

Approx.

3.0 MB

170

NORMAL

Approx.

1.5 MB

169

339

FINE

Approx.

1.7 MB

146

292

NORMAL

Approx.

880 KB

144

290

580

FINE

Approx.

1 MB

122

245

491

NORMAL

Approx.

520 KB

120

241

484

967

Microdrive (340 MB)

73 146 116 232 200 396 338 671

Microdrive (1 GB)

220 437

D-RANGE

WIDE

CCD-RAW

Approx.

25 MB

10 19

20 39

13 27

41 81

D-RANGE

STANDARD

HIGH

Approx.

13 MB

349 698 597 1173 995 1932

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AF-ASSIST ILLUMINATOR

When the subject is dark and the shutter button is pressed down halfway, the camera’s AF-assist

illuminator automatically turns on and enables autofocus operation in a dark environment.

AF-assist illuminator automatically turns on in the

following situations:

Focus mode is Single AF servo, AF Nikkor lens is

used, subject is dark and center focus area is

selected or Dynamic AF Mode with Closest Subject

Priority is activated.

Focal length of the usable AF Nikkor lens is 24-200

mm and the distance range of the AF-assist

illuminator is approx. 0.5-3 m (1.6-9.8 ft.).

CSM 15: AF-assist illuminator can be cancelled (➡P.112).

When the AF-assist illuminator is used continuously, illumination is limited temporarily to protect

the firing tube. The illumination restarts after a few moments. Also, when the AF-assist illuminator

is used repeatedly in a short period of time, be careful not to touch the AF-assist illuminator lamp

because it may have become hot.

◆

Nikon flash units and active assist illuminator

◆

If you use an SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24, SB-800 or SB-600 Nikon flash to take

pictures when the conditions for active assist illuminator are met, the active assist illuminator on the

Nikon flash automatically fires. With other Nikon flash models, the AF-assist illuminator on the camera

automatically lights.

◆

Lenses for which vignetting occurs

◆

h Autofocus using the camera’s AF-assist illuminator cannot be performed due to vignetting with

following lenses at shooting distance within 1m (3.3 ft):

i AF Micro 200 mm f/4 IF-ED i AF 24-120 mm f/3.5-5.6 IF

i AF-S 17-35 mm f/2.8 IF-ED i AF-S 28-70 mm f/2.8 IF-ED

i AF 18-35 mm f/3.5-4.5 ED i AF Micro 70-180 mm f/4.5-5.6 ED

i AF 20-35 mm f/2.8 IF i AF 24-85 mm f/2.8-4

i AF 24-85mm f/2.8-4D i AF-S DX ED 12-24mm f/4G

i AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G i AF-S ED 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G

i AF-S VR ED 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G i AF ED 28-200mm f/3.5-5.6G

h At shooting distances of 2 meters or less, the AF-S DX ED 17-55mm f/2.8G (IF) cannot be used for

autofocus photography where the AF-assist illuminator is used.

h Autofocus using the camera’s AF-assist illuminator cannot be performed due to vignetting with AF-S

80-200 mm f/2.8 IF-ED, AF 80-200 mm f/2.8 ED, AF VR 80-400 mm f/4.5-5.6 ED, AF-S VR ED 70-

200mm f/2.8D and AF-S VR ED 200-400mm f/4G.

Approx. 0.5-3 m

(1.6-9.8 ft.)

SITUATIONS WHERE AUTOFOCUS MAY NOT WORK AS EXPECTED

Autofocus may not work as expected in the following situations. In such situations, focus manually

using the clear matte field or focus on a different subject located at the same distance, use AF lock

(➡P.40) then recompose.

Low-contrast scenes

For example, where the subject is wearing clothing

the same color as a wall or other background.

Scenes with subjects within the focus brackets

located at different distances from the camera

For example, when shooting an animal in a cage or

a person in a forest.

Patterned subject or scene

For example, building windows.

Scenes with pronounced differences in brightness

within the focus brackets

For example, when the sun is in the background

and the main subject is in shadow.

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TAKING PICTURES WITH AE LOCK

AE lock allows you to set the exposure for a specific subject in your shot. This technique is useful

when brightness of your subject differs greatly from its surroundings.

Center-weighted metering

Spot metering

Set the metering system selector dial to “-”

Center-weighted or “0” Spot metering.

h Matrix metering is not recommended since the

effect of the Auto Exposure Lock cannot be

effectively attained.

Position the focus area over the subject you want

correctly exposed, press and hold the shutter

button down halfway and then press the “AE-L/AF-

L” button. The “EL” (exposure lock) indicator

appears in the viewfinder.

h The exposure and focus are locked as long as

the “AE-L/AF-L” button is held down (default

setting).

h If you press the “AE-L/AF-L” button in the “AF-S”

or “AF-C” focus mode when the shot is not in

focus, the exposure is locked with the shot out of

focus. Always check that the focus indicator “●”

is lit.

While keeping the “AE-L/AF-L” button pressed,

recompose, focus and shoot.

h Because the settings are maintained after you

take the shot for as long as the “AE-L/AF-L”

button is held down, you can keep the same

settings as you recompose the shot.

h The following functions can be operated while the

“AE-L/AF-L” button is kept pressed:

1. In “P” exposure mode: Sets program shift.

2. In “S” exposure mode: Changes the shutter

speed.

3. In “A” exposure mode: Changes the aperture.

h Rotating the metering system selector to another

setting does not change the metering system

during Auto Exposure Lock operation. Release

the AE lock.

CSM 5: Auto Exposure Lock can be set to be activated by pressing the shutter button down

halfway (➡P.111).

CSM 9: The operation performed when the “AE-L/AF-L” button is pressed can be modified

(➡P.111).

Operation: AF/AE lock (default setting), AE lock only, AF lock only, AE lock maintained, AF

operation

USING AF LOCK

If you take a shot with this type of composition

using Single-area AF with the focus area in the

center, the subjects (the two people in this case)

are outside the focus area and will not be in focus.

Move the camera slightly so that one of the

subjects is in the AF frame.

◆

When AF (Auto Focus) does not focus the shot

◆

h Position the focus area over another subject at roughly the same distance and press the shutter

button down halfway. Then recompose the shot and take the picture.

h You can also set the focus and take the shot by selecting “M” (manual) as the focus mode.

Keep the shutter button pressed down halfway (AF

lock) and check that the focus indicator “●” is lit in

the viewfinder display.

Continue to hold the shutter button down halfway

(AF lock). Move the camera back to the original

image and then fully press down on the shutter

button.

●

You can reapply the AF lock as many times as you like

before releasing the shutter.

●

The AF lock operates in all photography modes and can be

used to ensure excellent results.

●

If you are using the “AF-C” focus mode, hold the shutter

button down halfway and press the “AE-L/AF-L” button

(➡P.41).

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Depress the depth of field check button to confirm the depth of field through the viewfinder.

Pressing the depth of field check button stops the

lens down to the aperture controlled in “P” Auto-

Multi Program or “S” Shutter-Priority Auto exposure

mode, and down to the aperture selected in “A”

Aperture-Priority Auto or “M” Manual exposure

mode. By looking through the viewfinder, the

approximate depth of field with the given aperture

can be confirmed.

●

When you press the depth of field check button, the shutter

speed display and LCD illumination both turn off.

●

Pressing the “PLAY” button displays the last image

photographed.

The CCD plane indicator shows the position of the CCD plane inside the camera body.

The CCD plane indicator shows the standard line of

the shooting distance and indicates the position of

the CCD plane inside the camera body. Use this

indicator when actually measuring camera-to-

subject distance, e.g. in close-up photography. The

exact distance from the lens mounting flange to the

CCD plane is 46.5 mm.

DEPTH OF FIELD CHECK BUTTON

CCD PLANE INDICATOR

DEPTH OF FIELD CHECK BUTTON / CCD PLANE INDICATOR

◆

Still images viewable on the FinePix S3 Pro

◆

This camera will display still images recorded on the FinePix S3 Pro or still images (excluding some

uncompressed images) recorded on any FUJIFILM digital camera that supports xD-Picture Cards or

CF/Microdrives.

Clear playback or playback zooming may not be possible for still images shot on cameras other than

the FinePix S3 Pro.

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Playback mode Frame number

Date /

Time

White balance

Recorded

pixels

Shutter speed Aperture

Sensitivity

Sharpness

ToneColor

Quality

Press the “FUNC”

button to switch

between

functions.

Film simulation

Dynamic range

Single-frame playback

1Press the “PLAY” button to view your images.

2Unlock the 4-direction button.

3Press “c” to scan forward through your images.

Press “d” to scan backwards.

Selecting images

To select images on the thumbnail lists screen,

hold down “d” or “c” for approx. 1 second during

playback.

■ Displaying the photography data

Press the “FUNC” button during image playback to check the photography data for the currently

displayed frame.

VIEWING THE IMAGES

(

w PLAYBACK

)

PLAYBACK MODE

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Quality mode Max. zoom scale

(4256 × 2848 pixels)

Approx. 26.6×

(3024 × 2016 pixels)

Approx. 18.9×

(2304 × 1536 pixels)

Approx. 14.4×

(1440 × 960 pixels)

Approx. 9.0×

Playback zoom

Press the “a” or “b” during single-frame playback

to zoom (enlarge) the still image. A zoom bar

appears.

Press the “BACK” button to return to single-frame

playback.

ＰＡＮＮＩＮＧＰＡＮＮＩＮＧ

Zoom bar

1Press “PLAY” button to select to “PANNING”.

2Press “a”, “b”, “d”, or “c” to display another

area.

The current displayed image appears on the

navigation screen.

Press the “PLAY” button to return to playback

zoom.

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■ Zoom scales

Pages 45 to 49 provide explanations of how to use and set the camera’s focusing functions, along

with various related topics. The diagram below is a page map to this section. Refer to the pages

indicated for details.

■ Focus-related custom settings

Selecting the focus mode (➡P.46)

Switches between:

S: Single-AF servo

C: Continuous-AF servo

M: Manual focus

AF-S or AF-C

Selecting the AF area mode (➡P.47)

Select the number of focus areas used for

focusing.

Single: 1

Dynamic: 5

Single

Dynamic

Closest-subject priority setting

ON: The camera focuses using the focus

area containing the closest subject.

OFF: The camera focuses using the specified

focus area.

Selecting the focus area (➡P.48)

Manual: Select the focus area to be used for

focusing.

Automatic: This option is disabled when the

closest-subject priority setting is

“ON”.

OFF ON

Automatic

Manual

(

choose from 5 points

)

AF-CAF-SMF

FOCUS SETTINGS

Advanced

Photography

CSM 3: Illumination for focus area Sets the automatic illumination setting for the focus area

in the viewfinder

➡P.111

CSM 4: Focus area selection

Sets the focus area selection method

CSM 7: Closest-subject priority dynamic AF at S-AF

mode

Closest-subject priority dynamic AF settings

CSM 8: Closest-subject priority dynamic AF at C-AF

mode

Sets the closest-subject priority dynamic AF settings

CSM 9: AE-L/AF-L button Selects AE/AF concurrent locking, independent locking,

or maintained locking

VIEWING THE IMAGES

(

w PLAYBACK

)

PLAYBACK MODE

Navigation screen

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SELECTING THE AF AREA MODE

FOCUS SETTINGS

You can change the focusing method used for automatic focusing (when the focus mode selector

switch is set to “S” or “C”).

Single-area AF

i Focuses using the selected focus area.

i Useful for situations where you want to focus accurately on a more or less stationary

subject.

Dynamic AF

i If the subject is outside the specified focus area, another focus area is used for focusing.

i Useful for shots where it is difficult to accurately keep the subject in a given focus area,

such as when you are tracking a moving subject (particularly one that moves in

unpredictable ways).

Closest-subject

Priority AF

i Focuses using the focus area containing the subject closest to the camera.

✽ If spot metering is used in Closest-subject Priority AF mode, metering is always performed for the focus area in the center

of the shot.

✽ When you are using a telephoto lens or the subject is dark, the closest focus area may not be selected.

CSM 7/8: The focus mode determines whether Closest-subject Priority AF is ON or OFF. The

default settings are “ON” in “S” (Single-AF servo) mode and “OFF” in “C” (Continuous-AF

servo) mode. You can change these settings using the custom settings (➡P.111).

FUNC

RESET

LOCK

OFF

Press the “FUNC” button to display this screen.

Single-

Area AF

Dynamic

Select Single-area AF or Dynamic AF.

■ The displays shown in the viewfinder and on the top display panel are shown

below.

Focus area

Single-area AF

Dynamic AF (Closest-

subject Priority AF OFF)

Dynamic AF (Closest-

subject Priority AF ON)

Top display panel/

viewfinder display

Then specify the focus area. End of settings.

SELECTING THE FOCUS MODE

FOCUS SETTINGS

AF-CAF-SMF

Use the focus mode selector switch to select the

focus mode.

■ Focus modes

AF-S

(S: Single-AF servo)

AF-C

(C: Continuous-AF servo)

(M: Manual focus)

Features Focus priority mode. The

shutter will only release if the

focus indicator “● ” is

displayed. (Excludes

predictive motion focusing)

Release priority mode. The

shutter will release even if the

focus indicator “● ” is not

displayed.

Allows you to release the

shutter at any time.

AF starts When the shutter button is

pressed down halfway

(default).

When the shutter button is

pressed down halfway

(default).

AF is not used.

Focus lock When the shutter button is

held down halfway and the

focus indicator “● ” is

displayed, the focus is locked.

Even when the shutter button

is held down halfway and the

focus indicator “● ” is

displayed, the focus is not

locked and focusing continues.

Press the AE-L/AF-L button to

lock the focus.

The focus is not locked.

Predictive motion

focusing

(focus tracking

function for

moving subjects)

Only works for moving

subjects from the time AF

operation starts. While this

function is operating, the

camera decides when the

subject is in focus and

releases the shutter.

Also works for subjects that

start moving during shooting.

Does not operate.

CSM 9: AF operation can be modified so that it does not begin when the shutter button is

pressed down halfway, but when the “AE-L/AF-L” button is pressed (➡P.111).

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SELECTING THE FOCUS AREA

FOCUS SETTINGS

Unlock the 4-direction button.

1Press “d”, “c”, “a” or “b” to select the focus

area.

2Once 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.

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).

MANUAL FOCUS

FOCUS SETTINGS

Use Manual focus in situations where autofocus may not work as expected (➡P.39) or a lens other

than an AF Nikkor lens (➡P.20) is attached.

Focus aid

Focus the camera by turning the focusing ring on

the lens until the image can be seen clearly in the

matt surface of the viewfinder screen.

h When using a lens with the A-M select function,

set the switch/ring to “M” to focus manually. If

“M/A” (autofocus with manual priority) is available

with your lens, Manual focus is possible either

with the switch/ring set to “M” or “M/A”. See the

instruction manual of your lens for details.

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.

1Position the selected focus area over the object

on which you want to focus.

2Turn the focusing ring on the lens.

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.

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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.

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.

●

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.

SINGLE-FRAME

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.

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.

CONTINUOUS SHOOTING

Hold down the release mode switch unlock button

and set the release mode switch to “,” (Single-

frame) or “.” (Continuous Shooting).

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●

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.

9 SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY

RELEASE MODES

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.

1Position the focus area over the subject.

2Press the shutter button down halfway to focus

the shot.

3Without releasing the shutter button, press the

shutter button down fully to start the self-timer.

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).

◆

Before shooting

◆

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.

D-RANGE setting in SET-UP WIDE STANDARD

Quality

HIGH FINE, NORMAL HIGH FINE, NORMAL

RAW JPEG RAW JPEG

Max. number of available frames

Max. 1.4 frames/sec. Max. 1 frame/sec.

Max. 2.5 frames/sec.

Max. continuous frames 3 6 7

Minimum shooting interval in

multiple exposure shooting

Max. 1.4 frames/sec. Max. 2.5 frames/sec.

Max. no. of consecutive shots in

multiple exposure shooting

, SINGLE-FRAME /

. CONTINUOUS SHOOTING

RELEASE MODES

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PREVIEW

F1 F2 F3 F4

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.

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.

◆

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.

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.

■ General guide to exposure offsets

Number of exposures

1When you compose, focus and take the shot, a

preview image appears on the LCD monitor.

2Press 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.

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.

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.

●

Multiple exposures cannot be used when only 1 frame is shot in continuous shooting.

●

You cannot use the built-in flash for continuous shutter release.

●

See P.50 for the max. no. of consecutive shots in multiple exposure shooting.

The settings for multiple exposure shooting can

only be changed from the function menu. At this

point, the last settings specified apply.

Compensation value

p MULTIPLE EXPOSURE

RELEASE MODES

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METERING SYSTEMS

Normally, the Matrix metering system will provide the optimum exposure for your shot. However,

you can choose from 3 metering modes for shots where you want to select a different exposure

level (AE lock or exposure compensation) or for particular scenes (such as backlit shots or shots

with very strong contrast).

Turn the Metering system selector dial to desired

metering system.

The icon for the selected metering system appears

in the viewfinder.

The camera sets the optimum exposure based on

data (the maximum brightness and brightness

contrast) measured independently for 10 segments

in the photography screen.

With D- or G-type Nikkor lenses, 10-segment 3-D

matrix metering is used, factoring in the distance to

the subject as well as the maximum brightness and

brightness contrast to ensure even more accurate

metering.

l Matrix

(

10-segment

)

metering

Center-weighted metering determines the exposure

value based primarily on a 12-mm circle in the

center of the viewfinder.

Center-weighted metering

Spot metering determines the exposure value by

concentrating metering on the equivalent of a 4-mm

diameter area in the viewfinder (approx. 2% of the

entire frame).

The metering area moves to follow shifts in the

selected focus area. However, spot metering

always remains in the center of the shot when

Closest-subject Priority Dynamic AF mode is used.

Spot metering

ISO SENSITIVITY

Set the Exposure mode dial to “ISO”.

Turn the Main-command dial to set the ISO

sensitivity.

h Available ISO sensitivity settings

100, 160, 200 (factory default setting), 400, 800

and 1600

●

If you shoot dimly lit scenes with a low sensitivity setting and

without using the flash, the color tones for the entire image

may be incorrect.

Images shot in high-sensitivity photography (ISO

400 or higher) may appear coarse and may also be

affected by noise such as white dots.

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This mode automatically controls the shutter speed and aperture setting to give the optimum

exposure for the photography conditions. This mode is useful when you want to be able to take

pictures quickly and easily to take advantage of snapshot opportunities.

Set the Exposure mode dial to “P”.

Compose picture, focus and shoot.

h When the subject is too dark or bright, one of the following warning indications will appear in

the viewfinder or top display panel.

£: Use an ND filter.

i ¢: Use the flash.

◆

Flexible Program

◆

In Auto-Multi Program, by rotating the Main-command dial you can change the combination of shutter

speed and aperture while maintaining correct exposure. With this function, you can shoot in Auto-Multi

Program as though you were shooting in Shutter-Priority Auto or Aperture-Priority Auto. “

W” appears in

the top display panel when the Flexible Program is used. To cancel the Flexible Program, turn the

Main-command dial until the Flexible Program icon “

W” disappears, change the exposure mode, turn

the Power switch to “OFF”, use the built-in flash (➡P.70), or perform a Two-Button Reset (➡P.109).

P AUTO-MULTI PROGRAM

EXPOSURE MODES

Program chart

The program chart shows exposure control in Auto-Multi Program mode (ISO 100).

h Limits apply to the upper and lower EV values depending on the metering range for the ISO

sensitivity setting.

h In Matrix metering, any EV above 16 1/3 is controlled to EV 16 1/3 when using ISO 100.

Consequently, shots of very bright subjects may be overexposed.

With AF 50 mm f/1.4D

With AF 180 mm f/2.8D ED

With AF-S 300 mm f/4D ED

EV range: EV 0-21

Shutter speed

Aperture

If you select the “P”, “S” or “A” exposure mode when you are not using a Nikkor lens with a built-in

CPU, “

§” appears on the top display panel and in the viewfinder and you cannot take pictures.

When this occurs, you can take pictures by setting the exposure mode to “M” and using the aperture

ring on the lens to set the aperture. Note that you cannot use the camera’s exposure meter.

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S SHUTTER-PRIORITY AUTO

EXPOSURE MODES

In this mode, the photographer sets the shutter speed (1/4000 sec. to 30 sec.) and the camera

automatically controls the aperture setting. This mode is best when the shutter speed takes priority,

such as shots where a fast shutter speed is used to freeze the action or a slow shutter speed is

used to convey the sense of movement.

Set the Exposure mode dial to “S”.

h If “

™” is selected in “M” Manual exposure

mode and the exposure mode is changed to “S”

Shutter-Priority Auto without cancelling “™”,

“™” blinks and the shutter locks. When this

occurs, select a shutter speed other than

“™”.

Set the shutter speed (1/4000 sec. to 30 sec.) on

the Main-command dial.

Compose picture, focus and shoot.

h When the subject is too dark or bright, one of the following warning indications will appear in

the top display panel or viewfinder (Electronic analog exposure display will also indicate the

amount of under- or overexposure).

£: Select higher shutter speed. If the warning indication still remains on, use an ND filter.

i ¢: Select a slower shutter speed. If the warning indication still remains on, use the flash.

●

At slow shutter speeds (1/8 sec. or slower), the camera performs noise removal processing after the shutter closes.

As a result, the access lamp may not light for several seconds, increasing the interval between shots.

If you select the “P”, “S” or “A” exposure mode when you are not using a Nikkor lens with a built-in CPU,

“

§” appears on the top display panel and in the viewfinder and you cannot take pictures.

When this occurs, you can take pictures by setting the exposure mode to “M” and using the aperture

ring on the lens to set the aperture. Note that you cannot use the camera's exposure meter.

If you select the “P”, “S” or “A” exposure mode when you are not using a Nikkor lens with a built-in CPU,

“

§” appears on the top display panel and in the viewfinder and you cannot take pictures.

When this occurs, you can take pictures by setting the exposure mode to “M” and using the aperture

ring on the lens to set the aperture. Note that you cannot use the camera's exposure meter.

Images shot with long exposures (4 second or

longer) may appear coarse and may also be

affected by noise such as white dots.

A APERTURE-PRIORITY AUTO

EXPOSURE MODES

In this mode, the photographer sets the aperture (minimum aperture to maximum aperture) and the

camera automatically controls the shutter speed. This mode is best for photographs where the

priority is on the depth of field (the area where objects are in focus), such as shots where both near

and distant objects are in clear focus (minimum apertures) or where the background is out of focus

(maximum apertures).

Set the Exposure mode dial to “A”.

Use the Sub-command dial to set the aperture

(minimum aperture to maximum aperture).

Compose picture, focus and shoot.

h When the subject is too dark or too bright, one of the following warning indications will appear

in the top display panel or viewfinder (Electronic analog exposure display will also indicate the

amount of under- or overexposure).

£: Select smaller aperture (larger f-number). If the warning indication still remains on, use

an ND filter.

i ¢: Select larger aperture (smaller f-number). If the warning indication still remains on, use

the flash.

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◆

Electronic analog exposure display

◆

The electronic analog exposure display in the viewfinder indicates the difference between the selected

exposure (shutter speed and aperture) and the correct exposure. Not available with long time exposure.

The electronic analog exposure display blinks when the subject brightness is beyond the camera’s

exposure range.

The following examples show electronic analog exposure display indications:

Correct exposure –1/2 EV Over +3 EV

Compose picture, focus and shoot.

If you are not using a Nikkor lens with a built-in CPU, you can take pictures by using the aperture ring

on the lens to set the aperture. However, you cannot use the camera’s exposure meter. “

§” also

appears on the top display panel and in the viewfinder.

M MANUAL

EXPOSURE MODES

In this mode, the photographer is free to set any shutter speed (1/4000 sec. to 30 sec. or “™”)

or aperture setting (narrowest aperture to widest aperture). This allows the photographer to

determine the exposure to suit the conditions and the desired effect while watching the electronic

analog exposure display

in the viewfinder.

CSM 6: To use the “

™” shutter speed (for long exposures), the custom settings must be

modified (➡P.111).

While watching the

electronic analog exposure display in the viewfinder, use the Main-command

dial to set the shutter speed (1/4000 sec. to 30 sec. or “™”) and the Sub-command dial to

set the aperture setting (minimum aperture to maximum aperture).

h When the exposure compensation (➡P.63) is set, only the electronic analog exposure display

changes—selected shutter speed and aperture do not change.

Set the Exposure mode dial to “M”.

Images shot with long exposures (4 second or longer) may appear coarse and may also be

affected by noise such as white dots.

００

１

ＣＵＳＴＯＭＳＥＴＴＩＮＧＣＵＳＴＯＭＳＥＴＴＩＮＧ

６．ＬＯＮＧＥＸＰ．（ＢＵＬＢ）ＡＴＭＡＮＵＡＬ６．ＬＯＮＧＥＸＰ．（ＢＵＬＢ）ＡＴＭＡＮＵＡＬ

ＭＯＤＥＭＯＤＥ

ＤＩＳＡＢＬＥＤＤＩＳＡＢＬＥＤ

ＡＣＴＩＶＡＴＥＤＡＣＴＩＶＡＴＥＤ

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ＳＥＴＴＩＮＧＳＥＴＴＩＮＧ

ＳＵＢＳＵＢ

Bulb photography

(

™

)

Bulb photography is useful when you want to take pictures with any shutter speed. You should use

a tripod to keep the camera steady because the shutter stays open for as long as the shutter button

is held down.

CSM 6: To use the “™” shutter speed (for long

exposures), the custom settings must be

modified (➡P.111).

1Set the Exposure mode dial to “CSM”.

2Use the Main-command dial to select “6. LONG

EXP. (BULB) AT MANUAL MODE”.

3Use the Sub-command dial to select “1:

ACTIVATED”.

0302

Images shot with long exposures (4 second or longer) may appear coarse and may also be affected by

noise such as white dots.

Continued

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M MANUAL

EXPOSURE MODES

Set the Exposure mode dial to “M”.

h Bulb photography can only be used in Manual

exposure mode.

h A tripod should be used for bulb photography.

1 Use the Main-command dial to set the shutter

speed to “™ ” and then 2 use the Sub-

command dial to set the aperture setting (minimum

aperture to maximum aperture).

Compose picture, focus and shoot.

h The shutter will be open as long as the shutter release button is kept fully depressed.

h Using the cable release (sold separately) or remote release (sold separately) instead of

holding the shutter release button down with your finger reduces camera shake.

Exposure compensation allows you to intentionally vary the optimum exposure value controlled by

the camera. This can be useful when intentionally achieving under- or overexposure. Use Center-

weighted or Spot metering. Exposure compensation can be performed in any exposure mode

(However in “M” exposure mode, only the electronic analog exposure display changes—selected

shutter speed and aperture do not change).

Set exposure compensation by rotating the Main-

command dial while pressing the “b” button until

the desired compensation value appears (–3 EV to

+3 EV in 1/2 EV steps).

h When the exposure compensation is set, “

d”

appears on the top display panel and viewfinder.

The Electronic analog exposure display also

appears in the viewfinder. The compensation

value can be checked by pressing the “b”

button.

h Electronic analog exposure display indicates the

exposure compensation value and “0” blinks.

h Normally, you should compensate exposure to

the + side when the background is brighter than

your main subject, or to the – side when the

background is darker.

h See P.73 for information on using flash exposure

compensation to adjust the amount of light

emitted by the flash.

Compose picture, focus and shoot.

h To cancel exposure compensation, set the compensation amount to “0.0” or perform a Two-

Button Reset (➡P.109) (Turning the camera off does not cancel exposure compensation).

–0.5 EV compensation

+2 EV compensation

◆

Remote Release Compatibility

◆

This camera can be used with 10-pin remote releases.

Use the remote release (sold separately) with a tripod (sold separately) to prevent camera shake.

Connect the remote release to the 10-pin terminal by matching the indicators on the terminal and

accessory cord.

Nikon accessories that can be used with the 10-pin terminal.

i Remote Cord MC-20 i Remote Cord MC-30

i Extension Cord MC-21 i Luminosity Controller Set ML-3

i Remote Cord MC-22 i Conversion Cord MC-25

●

When not using the 10-pin terminal, always fit the terminal cap.

Dust or soiling in the terminal can cause malfunctions.

●

If Auto Power Off has shut down the camera, the camera cannot be started up again from an accessory. (Use the

custom settings to specify the delay until Auto Power Off shuts down the camera.)

●

The Connection Cord MC-23 is not supported.

●

If the camera loses power while you are using a cable release or directly holding down the shutter button, it cannot

save the photographed image. If you are using a 10-pin remote-control cable, the image is saved at the point the

batteries run out of charge.

●

Attach the bundled clamp filter when using the remote release

(Secure the clamp filter by looping the cord through the filter at

the connector end of the cord, as shown in the figure on the

right).

b EXPOSURE COMPENSATION

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Use auto exposure bracketing when you want to take the same shot with different exposure

settings. Using the correct exposure setting displayed by the camera (the value set in “M” exposure

mode) as a reference, the camera can automatically offset the exposure by a set value (up to ±2 EV

steps without exposure compensation) in either direction.

Hold down the “

c” button 1 as you turn Main-

command dial 2 to display the “Q” icon on the

top display panel.

h The “

d ” icon continues to flash while auto

exposure bracketing is being used to indicate that

auto exposure bracketing photography is in

progress.

Hold down the “c” button 1 as you turn Sub-

command dial 2 to set the number of shots (up to

3) and the exposure offset (up to ±2 EV steps in

1/2 EV step increments).

■ List of exposure offsets and numbers of shots

Number of shots and

compensated EV value

Bracketing bar graph Bracketing order

0, –0.5, +0.5

0, –1.0, +1.0

0, –1.5, +1.5

0, –2.0, +2.0

0, +0.5

0, +1.0

0, +1.5

0, +2.0

0, –0.5

0, –1.0

0, –1.5

0, –2.0

01 02

●

Check the number of available shots before setting the

number of shot.

Compose picture, focus and shoot. A bracketing bar graph in the top display panel shows the

photography status each time a shot is taken.

h When three shots are to be taken, “ ” is shown before shooting begins, “ ”

appears after the first shot, “ ” appears after the second shot, and the bar graph

disappears when shooting is completed.

h If you hold the shutter button down when the “

.” (Continuous shooting) release mode is

selected, shooting automatically stops when the specified number of shots has been taken.

Note that shots are taken one frame at a time when the built-in flash is used.

h If the exposure compensation function (➡P.63) or flash exposure compensation (➡P.73) is

also set, Auto Exposure Bracketing will be combined with the exposure compensation values.

It is useful to perform Auto Exposure Bracketing with a compensated value of over +2 EV or

under –2 EV.

h To cancel the Auto Exposure Bracketing, rotate the Main-command dial while pressing the

“c” button so “Q” disappears from the top display panel or perform Two-Button Reset

(➡P.109). The number of shots and compensated EV values previously selected will remain

when they are cancelled with the Main-command dial, and they automatically reset to

“” when the Two-Button Reset is performed.

CSM 1: Bracketing order can be set to change from negative EV value to positive EV value

(➡P.111).

●

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.

c AUTO EXPOSURE BRACKETING

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D-3D-Multi BL

D-Multi BL

BUILT-IN FLASH

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash, without the Distance Information added to the D-3D Multi-Sensor

Balanced Fill-Flash, can be performed with a combination of the FinePix S3 Pro camera and CPU

Nikkor lens other than D/G-type.

D-Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash

Can be used with any type of Nikkor lens. In Standard D-TTL Flash, automatic flash output level

compensation is not available. This means that, even though the main subject is correctly exposed,

the background may not be. Standard D-TTL Flash is useful when you want to highlight the main

subject or perform flash exposure compensation.

Standard D-TTL Flash

D-3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash together with D-Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash is called

Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash with TTL Multi Sensor.

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

Some flash settings can be set directly:

Other settings are:

Synchro mode (the flash timing and shutter speed)

Flash exposure compensation (flash brightness adjustment)

The basic settings for flash photography are explained on P.67 to P.73. If necessary, refer also to

“NIKON FLASH UNITS THAT CAN BE USED” (➡P.74).

Flash control mode (the system for measuring and adjusting the flash brightness)

Flash control range (the effective range of the flash)

SETTINGS FOR FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

The built-in flash for FinePix S3 Pro camera covers the field of view of a 20 mm lens. It has a guide

number of 12 (ISO 100-m) and is controlled using the dedicated TTL mode (D-TTL mode) that

controls the monitor brightness. D-3D Multi BL flash control and D-Multi BL flash control can be

used to take natural-looking photographs with the flash. In addition to shooting in dim light, the flash

can be used in daylight to reduce shadows on the main subject or to put catchlights in your

subject’s eyes. Five flash Synchro modes—Front Synchro (Normal Synchro), Slow Synchro, Rear

Synchro, Red-Eye Reduction and Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Synchro—are available with

FinePix S3 Pro camera.

D-3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash can be performed with a combination of the FinePix S3 Pro

camera and D- or G-type Nikkor lens. Performs balanced (BL) metering that uses multi-pattern

photometering information to provide a balance between the main subject of the shot and the

background light.

When you press the shutter button, the camera flash fires a monitoring flash just before the shutter

opens. The camera then instantaneously monitors the reflections from each part of the image using

the sensors in its 5-zone TTL auto flash control. This information is then further enhanced using the

information on the subject distance provided by the lens and the camera then determines the flash

brightness that will perfectly balance the subject and the background light.

h If you set the metering mode to Spot or the exposure mode to “M”, the built-in flash uses the

Standard D-TTL flash control.

✽1 When built-in flash is used and the exposure mode is set to Manual or Spot metering is selected, Standard D-TTL Auto

Flash mode automatically changes to Standard D-TTL Flash.

■ Flash control modes that can be used with the built-in flash

Lens TTL Auto Flash mode

D- or G-type Nikkor lens

D-3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash

✽1

CPU Nikkor lens other than D/G- type

(except AF Nikkor for F3AF)

D-Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash

✽1

All Nikkor lenses Standard D-TTL

Item Measure

Lens brightness Use a brighter lens.

Guide No. Use a higher number.

Aperture Widen the aperture.

ISO setting Increase the ISO setting.

D-3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash

◆

How the flash control mode is set

◆

To increase the effective range of the flash

◆

“M” exposure mode?

“Spot” metering system?

Lens-flash

combination selected.

No NoYesYes

Standard D-TTL

The three flash modes are D-3D-Multi BL, D-Multi BL and Standard D-TTL. One of these is selected

based on the exposure mode, the metering system and the lens-flash combination.

Standard D-TTL

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Can be used in all exposure modes. In the “P” and

“A” exposure modes, a slow shutter speed is used.

The flash fires just before the shutter closes. This

mode is effective in capturing the subject's

movement as a flow of light in a way that looks

natural.

●

Rear Synchro cannot be used with a studio flash system

since the correct synchronization cannot be obtained.

ah REAR SYNCHRO MODE

Can be used in all exposure modes.

The red-eye reduction lamp lights for approx. 1 sec.

before the flash fires in order to reduce the red-eye

effect in photos of people or animals.

as RED-EYE REDUCTION MODE

Can be used in the “P” and “A” exposure modes.

This mode combines red-eye reduction with a slow

shutter speed.

●

When a Nikon SB-80DX SB-28/28DX, SB-27 or SB-26 flash

unit is used, the red-eye reduction lamp on the external flash

fires.

●

Take care to ensure that the camera and the subjects

(people) in the shot do not move until the shutter is released.

●

Depending on the type of lens mounted, the light from the

red-eye reduction lamp may not reach the person, in which

case the effect of the red-eye reduction lamp is lost.

asg RED-EYE REDUCTION

SLOW SYNCHRO MODE

■ Shutter Speeds

The synchronized shutter speed is 1/180 sec.

The shutter speeds that can be set vary depending on the combination of synchro mode and

exposure mode, as shown below.

Exposure mode

Synchro mode

Front Synchro

P or A S M

1/180 to 1/60 sec.

(automatically set by the camera

✽1

)

1/180 to 30 sec.

1/180 to 30 sec. and

™

Slow Synchro

1/180 to 30 sec.

(automatically set by the camera

✽2

)

––

Rear Synchro

Automatically set to Slow Synchro.

1/180 to 30 sec.

(automatically set by the camera

✽1 ✽2

)

1/180 to 30 sec.

1/180 to 30 sec. and

™

Red-eye Reduction

1/180 to 1/60 sec.

(automatically set by the camera)

1/180 to 30 sec.

1/180 to 30 sec. and

™

Red-eye Reduction

Slow Synchro

1/180 to 30 sec.

(automatically set by the camera

✽2

)

––

✽1 When a Nikon SB-26, SB-25 or SB-24 flash unit is used, the synchro selector on the external flash unit sets the

shutter speed.

✽2 Because a slow shutter speed is used, a tripod should be used to prevent camera shake.

SYNCHRO MODES AND THEIR FEATURES

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

You can select any of 5 modes to suit the type of shot and the desired effect.

Front Synchro Red-eye

Reduction

Red-eye Reduction

Slow Synchro

Slow Synchro Rear Synchro

●

When some exposure mode and synchro mode combinations are selected, the synchro mode may be automatically

changed subsequently.

Exposure

mode

P or A

Synchro mode

Display during

selection

Display after

selection

Operation

Rear Synchro

Automatically set to Slow

Synchro.

S or M

Red-eye Reduction Slow

Synchro

Slow Synchro

Slow Synchro is cancelled

(shutter speed not changed).

Can be used in all exposure modes.

Select this mode for normal flash photography.

a FRONT SYNCHRO MODE

Can be used in the “P” and “A” exposure modes.

Because this mode uses a slow shutter speed, it

captures the background while at the same time

firing the flash to produce a shot that captures the

atmosphere of a twilight or nighttime scene.

ag SLOW SYNCHRO MODE

1Press the flash pop-up button to pop up the

flash.

2Hold down the “v” button.

3Turn the Main-command dial to select the

synchro mode.

The icon shown on the top display panel changes

as shown below.

●

When you are not using the flash, always keep it stowed

away to prevent battery depletion.

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ISO setting

Maximum aperture (built-in flash) 2.8 3.3 4

100

3.3

160 200 400

4.8

800

5.6

1600

Check that the “a” (ready light) is displayed 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

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.

●

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.

●

If you take a number of continuous shots with the built-in

flash, the “

a” (ready light) may take a few moments to light.

●

The shutter cannot be released unless “a” (ready light)

appears without blinking in the viewfinder.

■ 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.

TAKING PICTURES USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

Operation described in this section applies when the built-in flash and D- or G-type AF Nikkor are

attached.

Center-weighted metering

Matrix metering

Set the metering system selector dial to “Matrix

metering” or “Center-weighted metering”.

1Press the flash pop-up button to pop up the

flash.

2Hold down the “v” button.

3Turn the Main-command dial to select the

synchro mode.

Set exposure mode and confirm shutter speed and

aperture.

✽ Shutter speeds faster than the synchronized speed (1/180 sec.) cannot be set. When “180” appears in the viewfinder

display and the specified shutter speed flashes on the display panel, the actual shutter speed is 1/180 sec.

✽ The shooting distance is determined by the ISO setting and the aperture. For the “A” and “M” exposure modes, see the

table below.

✽ For the “P” exposure mode, the maximum aperture that can be set by the camera varies depending on the ISO setting.

See P.75.

●

If you select “0” (Spot Metering), the flash control mode is

switched to “Standard D-TTL”.

●

When you are not using the flash, always keep it stowed

away to prevent battery depletion.

Exposure mode

Shutter speed Aperture Flash control mode

Synchronized shutter speed: 1/180

sec. See P.69 for details.

Automatically set by the

camera

Any aperture

D-3D Multi BL

Standard D-TTL

Photography sensitivity (ISO) and aperture setting

100 160 200 400 800 1600

1.4 1.8 2 2.8 4 5.6

Metering range

2-8.5 m (6.6-27.9 ft.)

2 2.5 2.8 4 5.6 8

1.4-6 m (4.6-19.7 ft.)

2.8 3.5 4 5.6 8 11

1-4.2 m (3.3-13.8 ft.)

455.6 8 11 16

0.7-3 m (2.3-9.8 ft.)

5.6 7.1 8 11 16 22

0.6-2.1 m (2.0-6.9 ft.)

81011162232

0.6-1.5 m (2.0-4.9 ft.)

11 14 16 22 32 —

0.6-1.1 m (2.0-3.6 ft.)

16 20 22 32 — —

0.6-0.8 m (2.0-2.6 ft.)

✽ The minimum effective range for flash control using the built-in flash is 0.6 meters.

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FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

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.

1Hold down the “n” button.

2Turn the Main-command dial to set the amount

of compensation.

The “f” icon appears on the top display panel

and on the viewfinder.

Compensation range: –3 EV to +1 EV in 1/2 EV

increments

Compensation guide: Select + settings when the

background is brighter than

the subject and – settings

when background is darker.

The remainder of the procedure is the same as for normal flash photography (➡P.70).

Press the “

n” button.

To check the amount of compensation

h Set the compensation amount back to “0.0”.

●

Turning the camera off does not cancel flash exposure compensation.

To cancel exposure compensation

■ Sample flash exposure compensation displays

Compensation amount

“0.0”

Top display panel Viewfinder display

“+0.5”

“–0.5”

LENSES THAT CAN BE USED WITH THE BUILT-IN FLASH

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

■ 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:

■ Notes on using the built-in flash

h When the built-in flash is used, continuous shooting is not available even when the release mode

is set to “.” (continuous shooting).

h 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.

Lens

AF-S 17-35 mm f/2.8 ED 24 mm focal length at 0.8 m (2.6 ft.) or longer shooting distance

AF 20-35 mm f/2.8 20 mm focal length at 1 m (3.3 ft.) or longer shooting distance

AF 28-70 mm f/2.8 ED

28 mm focal length at 2 m (6.6 ft.) or longer shooting distance or 35 mm focal

length at 0.7 m (2.3 ft.) or longer shooting distance

Limitations

✽ 20 mm to 200 mm non-CPU Nikkor lenses (AI-S, AI, AI-modified Nikkor) and Series-E lenses can be used with the built-in

Flash. However following lenses have limitations in usable focal length or shooting distance:

Ai’d. 50-300mm f/4.5 (can be used at 200mm), Ai 50-300mm f/4.5 (can be used at 200mm), Ai’d. 85-250mm f/4 (can be

used at 135mm and above), Ai ED 50-300mm f/4.5 (can be used at 135mm and above), Ai-S ED 50-300mm f/4.5 (can be

used at 135mm and above)

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■ Accessory shoe (with cover)

An optional flash, i.e. SB-80DX, 800, 600, 50DX, 27, 23, 22s or 29s can be attached directly to the

accessory shoe of the FinePix S3 Pro camera without a cord. This accessory shoe is equipped with

a safetylock which prevents accidental drop when a flash with a safety-lock pin (i.e. SB-80DX or 27)

is attached.

●

Always install the accessory shoe cover when you are not using an external flash unit.

■ Synchronizing terminal (with cap)

To use an external flash unit that requires a synchro cord, connect the synchro cord to the synchro

cord terminal (with JIS-B locking screw).

●

Always fit the terminal cap when the sync terminal is not being used.

h In D-TTL mode, if you use the TTL Sync Extension Cord SC-17 to operate the flash remotely from

the camera, you may not obtain the correct exposure in D-TTL modes other than standard D-TTL

flash control. If this happens, switch to standard D-TTL flash control. You should also take a test

shot beforehand.

h Do not fit attachments (such as a diffuser panel) other than the built-in panel to the front of the

flash in D-TTL mode. This causes errors in the camera’s internal calculations and may result in

the image being incorrectly exposed.

h TTL multi-flash photography is not possible in D-TTL mode.

✽ If an aperture that is wider than the controlled aperture is still too dark, the aperture is determined by widest aperture on

the mounted lens.

◆

Flash attachments made by manufacturers other than Nikon

◆

Use only Nikon flash models. Other units may damage the FinePix S3 Pro camera’s electrical circuit

due to incompatible voltage requirements (not compatible with 40V or higher), electric contact

alignment or switch phase.

■ Notes on using Nikon flash units

h Refer to the instructions supplied with the flash unit for details.

If the instructions provided with a D-TTL-capable Nikon flash unit (sold separately) include a

camera model chart, read the section on digital SLR cameras.

h The synchronized shutter speed when a flash is used is a slow speed of 1/180 sec. or slower.

h The operating range of shooting sensitivities in D-TTL mode is ISO 100-1600.

h With the SB-26, SB-25 and SB-24, the setting on the flash unit takes priority in Rear Synchro

mode. (Note that this does not apply when “Red-eye reduction” or “Red-eye Reduction Slow

Synchro” mode is selected on the camera.)

h If you set the camera’s synchro mode to “Red-eye Reduction” or “Red-eye Reduction Slow

Synchro” and then use a Nikon external flash unit that has its own red-eye reduction function, the

red-eye reduction lamp on the external flash unit fires.

h Even when the optional flash with the AF-assist illuminator is attached, AF-assist illuminator does

not emit light unless the conditions for AF-assist illumination are met.

h With SK-6 and SB-24 are attached, AF-assist illuminators of the camera body and the flash do not

emit light.

h When the exposure mode is “P” Multi-Programmed Auto, the widest aperture that can be

automatically set by the camera is governed by the ISO setting used, as shown in the table below.

NIKON FLASH UNITS THAT CAN BE USED

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

The Nikon flash models listed in the table below can be used with this camera. In the table, 1

indicates D- or G-type Nikkor lenses (except IX-Nikkor), 2 indicates CPU Nikkor lens other than D-

or G-type (except AF Nikkor for F3AF) and 3 indicates non-CPU Nikkor lenses.

ISO setting

Maximum aperture (optional flash)

4 4.8 5.6

100

4.8

160 200 400

6.7

800

1600

With the Nikon flash units listed below, use external automatic flash control (A) or manual flash

photography. Setting the mode to TTL locks the camera’s shutter button so that no shots can be

taken. In the table, 1 indicates D- or G-type Nikkor lenses (except IX-Nikkor), 2 indicates CPU

Nikkor lens other than D- or G-type (except AF Nikkor for F3AF) and 3 indicates non-CPU Nikkor

lenses.

✓: Compatible

✽1 Select metering system other than

Spot.

✽2 Set the photometering mode to spot

metering.

✽3 The SB-26 operates in slave mode. If

the wireless slave selector is set to D,

the camera’s shutter is automatically

switched to a slower speed than

1/180 sec.

✽4 When used with the SB-27, the

camera is automatically set to TTL

mode. However, because the SB-27

cannot be used in TTL mode, reset

the SB-27 to forced A mode.

✽5 Not recommended as these are only

for manual flash photography.

✽6 When the SB-29s, SB-29 or SB-21B

is used, autofocus shooting is only

possible when an AF micro lens

(60mm, 105mm, 200mm or 70-

180mm) is mounted.

✽7 To use AF mode or M mode with the

SB-11 or SB-14, use the SU-2 on the

SC-13 at the same time with the

respective connections. The SB-11

and SB-14 can also be used

connected to the SC-11 or SC-15,

but in this configuration the ready

light inside the camera’s viewfinder

cannot be used and the shutter

speed is not automatically switched.

SB-28DX

SB-80DX

SB-800

✓

✽1

✓

✽2

✓ ✓✓✓✓

✓

✽1

✓

✽2

✓ ✓✓✓✓

✓ ✓✓✓✓✓

SB-50DX

✓

✽1

✓

✽2

✓✓

✓

✽1

✓

✽2

✓✓

✓✓✓

SB-600

✓

✽1

✓

✽2

✓✓✓

✓

✽1

✓

✽2

✓✓✓

✓✓✓✓

Flash

D-TTL AA A M

Lens

3D Multi-

Sensor

Balanced

Fill-Flash

Multi-

Sensor

Balanced

Fill-Flash

Standard

TTL Flash

Aperture-linked

automatic flash

brightness

control

Non-TTL

Auto

Manual

Repeating

Flash

Rear

Synchro

Red-Eye

Reduction

SB-28

SB-26

✽3

✓✓✓✓✓

SB-27

✽4

✓✓ ✓✓

SB-25

SB-24

✓✓✓✓

SB-23

✽5

SB-29

✽6

✽5

SB-21B

✽6

✽5

SB-29s

✽6

✽5

✓✓

SB-30

SB-22s

SB-22

SB-20

SB-16B

SB-15

✓✓ ✓

SB-11

✽7

SB-14

✽7

✓✓ ✓

Lens

Non-TTL

Auto

Manual

Repeating

Flash

Rear

Synchro

Red-Eye

Reduction

Flash

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WHITE BALANCE

PHOTOGRAPHY FUNCTION MENU

Change the settings when you want to set the white balance to suit the natural or artificial lighting

conditions when you shoot.

When AUTO is selected, the correct white balance sometimes cannot be obtained under special

light sources or for subjects where people’s faces are highlighted, etc. In such cases, select the

correct white balance setting for the light source.

h Factory default setting: AUTO

h When the flash fires, the white balance setting (excluding custom white balance) for the flash is used.

Consequently, to achieve a particular effect, the flash mode should be set to Suppressed flash.

Display Name Description

AUTO

The camera automatically determines the amount of light and the color information for the

shot and takes the picture with a natural white balance.

Fine

Select this setting for outdoor shots in fine weather when the light source for the shot is the

sun.

Shade Select this setting for shots taken in shade or on cloudy days.

Fluorescent 1 Select this setting for shots taken under “Daylight” fluorescent lamps.

Fluorescent 2 Select this setting for shots taken under “Warm White” fluorescent lamps.

Fluorescent 3 Select this setting for shots taken under “Cool White” fluorescent lamps.

Incandescent Select this setting for shots when the light source is incandescent bulbs or lights.

Custom 1

This setting uses the white balance setting specified by the photographer in the “SET-UP”

menu (➡P.104).

Custom 2

ISO200ISO200

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10 : 00 AM10 : 00 AM

Press the “FUNC”

button to switch

between functions.

White balance

USING THE FUNCTION MENU WHEN TAKING PICTURES

PHOTOGRAPHY FUNCTION MENU

You can use the Function menu to change the quality settings (White Balance, Quality, Resolution,

Film simulation, Dynamic range, Color, Tone, Sharpness) of saved images and the AF area

settings.

Turn the camera on and set the camera to Photography mode. If the Auto Power Off function

has turned the camera off, press the shutter button down halfway to turn it back on.

ISO200

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10 : 00 AM

The setting changes each time you press the button.

The settings can be changed by holding down the

button and pressing “a” or “b”.

Method 1

Method 2

The functions change each time the

“FUNC” button is pressed.

WHITE BALANCE

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QUALITY / RECORDED PIXELS / FILM SIMULATION

PHOTOGRAPHY FUNCTION MENU

ISO200ISO200

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10 : 00 AM10 : 00 AM

Press the “FUNC”

button to switch

between functions.

Recorded pixels

Quality Film simulation

QUALITY

Sets the quality of the photographed image. Select settings suited to the purposes for which the

photograph will be used.

Select “FINE” for better quality or “HIGH” to shoot CCD-RAW images.

The “NORMAL” setting provides ample image quality for most purposes.

h Factory default setting: NORMAL

◆

Shooting CCD-RAW images

◆

Because CCD-RAW images are not processed in the camera, the bundled software or the optional

Hyper-Utility Software HS-V2 (➡P.123) must be used to process the images on a PC.

h To shoot CCD-RAW images, set the quality to “HIGH”. The image size setting automatically changes

to “RAW” and cannot be changed.

●

When you display a CCD-RAW image, the frame number is highlighted.

RECORDED PIXELS

Sets the size of the photographed image.

h Factory default setting: 3024×2016

h You cannot set the image size when the quality is set to “HIGH”.

Guide to printed image sizes

Display Name Description

NORMAL Allows you to record the largest number of images.

FINE

Records images in high quality bettered only by the “High” setting. This mode allows you

to record more images than the “High” setting.

HIGH

CCD-RAW (➡P.140): No image processing is performed on the camera. Select this setting

when you want to process the image on a PC.

Display Name Description

Sets the image size to 1440 × 960 pixels (approx. 1.38 megapixels).

You can record the largest number of images in this mode.

Sets the image size to 2304 × 1536 pixels (approx. 3.54 megapixels).

Sets the image size to 3024 × 2016 pixels (approx. 6.10 megapixels).

12M

Sets the image size to 4256 × 2848 pixels (approx. 12.10 megapixels).

You can record the fewest images in this mode.

Name Description

Printing at up to 3R (8.9 × 12.7 cm/3.5 × 5 in.) size

Printing at up to 6R (15.2 × 20.3 cm/6 × 8 in.) / A5 size

Printing at up to 10R (25.4 × 30.5 cm/10 × 12 in.) / A4 size

12M

Printing at up to 35.6 × 43.2 cm (14 × 17 in.) / A3 size

FILM SIMULATION

Sets the image formation parameters for photographed images.

h Factory default setting: STANDARD

Display Name Description

STANDARD

This is the standard image composition mode and is ideal for a wide range of subjects,

including portraits and scenery.

FILM

SIMULATION

This mode suppresses flaring in flash highlights when the flash is used and also stresses

smooth tonal transitions in the reproduction of skin tones. It is ideal for studio portrait work

where the aim is professional-standard negatives.

FILM

SIMULATION

This mode provides vibrant reproduction of natural colors such as blue skies and is ideal

for landscape and nature photography.

h If you want to change this setting, select “sRGB” as the color space and “WIDE” as the “D-

RANGE” (Dynamic range) setting in SET-UP.

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DYNAMIC RANGE / COLOR / TONE / SHARPNESS

PHOTOGRAPHY FUNCTION MENU

COLOR

Use the procedure below to set the density of the color used when images are shot.

h Factory default setting: STD

h If you want to view or print the image data directly, do not select “ORG”.

If you want to change this setting, select “WIDE” as the “D-RANGE” (Dynamic range) setting in SET-UP.

ISO200

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10 : 00 AM

Press the “FUNC”

button to switch

between functions.

Color Tone

SharpnessDynamic range

h If you want to view or print the image data directly, do not select “ORG”.

TONE

Use the procedure below to set the contrast when images are shot.

h Factory default setting: STD

h If you want to view or print the image data directly, do not select “OFF”.

SHARPNESS

Use this setting to soften or sharpen the outlines in an image and to adjust the quality of the

photographed image.

h Factory default setting: STD

DYNAMIC RANGE

Sets the dynamic range used for photographed images.

h Factory default setting: AUTO

Display Name Description

AUTO

The camera automatically varies the dynamic range between 100% and 400% according

to the scene being shot before taking the picture. This mode suppresses white flaring and

black patches in scenes with high contrast while also enabling you to achieve good levels

of contrast in pictures taken indoors or in cloudy weather where a wide dynamic range is

not needed.

WIDE 1 Takes the picture with the dynamic range set to 230% regardless of the scene being shot.

WIDE 2 Takes the picture with the dynamic range set to 400% regardless of the scene being shot.

Display Name Description

STD

(STANDARD)

This setting sets the contrast for photographed images to the standard level.

HARD This setting provides a higher level of contrast than the “STD” setting.

ORG

(ORIGINAL)

This setting specifies a lower contrast than the “STD” setting.

Use this setting for images that will undergo image processing for use in commercial

printing.

Display Name Description

STD

(STANDARD)

This setting applies the optimum level of sharpness for normal shots.

HARD

This setting sharpens the outlines in an image and is best for images of subjects such as

buildings or text where clarity is important.

OFF

Sharpness processing is not applied in this setting. Use this setting for images that will

undergo image processing for use in commercial printing.

Display Name Description

STD

(STANDARD)

This setting sets the standard color density.

HIGH This setting provides a higher color density than the “STD” setting.

ORG

(ORIGINAL)

This setting specifies a lower color density than the “STD” setting. Use this setting for

images that will undergo image processing for use in commercial printing.

B/W This setting converts the colors in the photographed image to black and white.

◆

The dynamic range, color, tone and sharpness cannot be changed

◆

Selecting “F1” or “F2” as the film simulation setting (➡P.79) prevents

these settings from being changed. Select “STD” as the film

simulation setting.

FILM SIMULATION F1

FILM SIMULATION F2

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AF AREA / FUNCTION LOCK / FUNCTION RESET

PHOTOGRAPHY FUNCTION MENU

ISO200

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10 : 00 AM

Press the “FUNC”

button to switch

between functions.

Function resetFunction lockAF area

AF AREA

Auto Focus provides two AF modes. In Single-area AF mode, the shot is focused using the selected

focus area, while in Dynamic AF mode, multiple focus areas are used to set the focus. See P.47 for

more detailed information on the AF area modes.

h Factory default setting: Single-area AF

FUNCTION RESET

This resets the photography function menu options to their factory default settings.

Display Name Focus area

Viewfinder,

Top panel display

Description

Single-area

Useful for situations where you want to focus

accurately on a more or less stationary subject.

Dynamic AF or or

Useful for shots where it is difficult to accurately

keep the subject in a given focus area, such as

when you are tracking a moving subject

(➡P.47).

FUNCTION LOCK

This feature allows you to lock the function menu settings so that they cannot be changed (to

prevent accidental improper use).

h Factory default setting: OFF

Display Name Description

OFF Releases the function lock.

Sets the function lock.

The settings cannot be changed once the function lock is

applied. To change the settings, first press the “F2” button to

cancel function lock.

Press the “F4” button to display the reset

confirmation screen.

RESET FUNCTION

Reset Back

The following operations can be used in the reset

confirmation screen:

To reset the menu: “H” (“F1” button)

To return to the previous screen: “J” (“F4” button)

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Advanced Features Playback

Shadows Highlights

Brightness

Number of

recorded pixels

HISTOGRAM

PLAYBACK FUNCTION MENU

Icon Mode

Even distribution Sloping up to the right Sloping up to the left

MASTER

brightness

Correct exposure Overexposed Underexposed

100-0001

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WB:AUTO NORMAL 6M F:STD

100-0001

125 F5.6 ISO200

D:AUTO C:STD T:STD S:STD

Histogram

Protect frame

Multi-frame playback

Single-frame erase

Turn the camera on and press the “PLAY” button to select Playback mode. If the Auto Power

Off function has turned the camera off, press the shutter button down halfway to turn it back

on.

The functions change each time the

“FUNC” button is pressed.

The histogram display changes each

time you press the button.

The mode switches between single-

frame and multi-frame playback each

time you press the button.

Erases an image.

Protects or unprotects an image.

You can use this menu to work with a displayed image (histogram display, erase, protect) and

switch between multi-frame and single-frame playback.

100-0001

Unlock the 4-direction button 1 and press “d” or

“c” 2 to select the frame for which the histogram

is to be displayed.

The histogram display changes each time you

press the “F1” button.

Histograms can be displayed for both playback

images and preview images.

: Image histogram for brightness shown.

: Image histogram for red shown.

: Image histogram for green shown.

: Image histogram for blue shown.

: Uses blinking black to display areas of white

flaring (Brightness warning).

Brightness warning: When the image is

overexposed, areas where white blooming has

occurred flash black.

●

The brightness warnings displayed during playback and

during photographed image checking may differ.

●

If “G” does not appear on the rear display panel, press the

“FUNC” button to change the screen.

●

A histogram is a graph that shows the distribution of

brightness in an image.

When you have finished the procedure, lock the 4-

direction button to prevent accidental improper use.

■ About the histogram display

USING THE FUNCTION MENU

PLAYBACK FUNCTION MENU

Advanced

Features Playback

Brightness warning

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Advanced Features Playback

ERASING SINGLE-FRAME

PLAYBACK FUNCTION MENU

Unlock the 4-direction button.

100-0001

Press the “F2” button to display the erase

confirmation screen.

100-0001

back delete

last frame

next frame

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

When you have finished the procedure, lock the 4-

direction button to prevent accidental improper use.

●

If “F” does not appear on the rear display panel, press the

“FUNC” button to change the screen.

●

If 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.

●

“1” displayed for a frame indicates that the

frame is protected. Unprotect the frame before erasing it.

SINGLE-FRAME PROTECT

PLAYBACK FUNCTION MENU

Unlock the 4-direction button.

100-0001

Press the “F3” button to display the protection

screen.

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

100-0001

Protect

last frame

back

next frame

unprotect

When you have finished the procedure, lock the 4-

direction button to prevent accidental improper use.

●

If “S” does not appear on the rear display panel, press the

“FUNC” button to change the screen.

●

If the currently displayed frame is protected, “D” is displayed

instead of “

S”.

LCD monitor

Rear display panel

(protection screen)

Rear display panel

(during single-frame playback)

100-0001

Protected

No iconNot protected

■ To check protected frames

If “

” appears, press the

“

H” (“F4” button) to erase the frames (files).

100-0001

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).

Erased frames (files) cannot be recovered. Back up

important frames (files) onto your computer or

another media.

ＥＲＡＳＥＥＲＡＳＥ

ＡＬＬＦＲＡＭＥＳＡＬＬＦＲＡＭＥＳ

ＢＡＣＫＢＡＣＫ

ＥＲＡＳＥＥＲＡＳＥ

ＡＬＬＦＲＡＭＥＳＡＬＬＦＲＡＭＥＳ

ＢＡＣＫＢＡＣＫ

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Advanced Features Playback

1Press the “PLAY” button to select Playback

mode.

2Unlock the 4-direction button.

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu screen.

2Press “d” or “c” to select “

o” ERASE.

1Press “a” or “b” to select “ALL FRAMES”.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

0201

Returns to playback without erasing any frames

(files).

Erases all unprotected frames (files).

Back up important frames (files) onto your computer

or another media.

\ BACK

ALL FRAMES

0201

MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK

PLAYBACK FUNCTION MENU

Unlock the 4-direction button.

100-0001

Multi-frame

playback

Single-frame

playback

Press the “F4” button.

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.

100-0001

You can view the selected image enlarged by

pressing the “F4” button again.

When you have finished the procedure, lock the 4-

direction button to prevent accidental improper use.

●

If “A” does not appear on the rear display panel, press the

“FUNC” button to change the screen.

o ERASING ALL FRAMES

PLAYBACK MENU

Continued

Erased frames (files) cannot be recovered. Back up

important frames (files) onto your computer or

another media.

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Advanced Features Playback

Pressing the “MENU/OK” button erases all the

frames (files).

ALL FRAMES

●

Protected frames (files) cannot be erased. Unprotect the

frames (files) before erasing them (➡P.87).

ＡＬＬＦＲＡＭＥＳＡＬＬＦＲＡＭＥＳ

ＥＲＡＳＥＡＬＬＯＫ？ＥＲＡＳＥＡＬＬＯＫ？

ＩＴＭＡＹＴＡＫＥＡＷＨＩＬＥＩＴＭＡＹＴＡＫＥＡＷＨＩＬＥ

ＹＥＳＹＥＳ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬＣＡＮＣＥＬ

If “

” or

“

” appears, press the

“MENU/OK” button again to erase the frames (files).

◆

To stop the procedure midway

◆

Press the “BACK” button to cancel erasing of all the

frames (files). Some unprotected frames (files) will be

left unerased.

●

Even if you stop the procedure immediately, some frames

(files) will be erased.

ＡＬＬＦＲＡＭＥＳＡＬＬＦＲＡＭＥＳＡＬＬＦＲＡＭＥＳ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬＣＡＮＣＥＬ

When you have finished the procedure, lock the 4-

direction button to prevent accidental improper use.

1Press the “PLAY” button to select Playback

mode.

2Unlock the 4-direction button.

ＳＥＴＡＬＬＳＥＴＡＬＬ

ＰＲＯＴＥＣＴＰＲＯＴＥＣＴ

ＲＥＳＥＴＡＬＬＲＥＳＥＴＡＬＬ

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu on the screen.

2Press “d” or “c” to select “i” PROTECT.

1Press “a” or “b” to select “SET ALL” or “RESET

ALL”.

2Press “MENU/OK” button to confirm your

selection.

RESET ALL

Removes the protection from all the frames (files).

SET ALL

Protects all the frames (files).

01 02

ＳＥＴＡＬＬＳＥＴＡＬＬ

ＰＲＯＴＥＣＴＰＲＯＴＥＣＴ

ＲＥＳＥＴＡＬＬＲＥＳＥＴＡＬＬ

01 02

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).

o ERASING ALL FRAMES

PLAYBACK MENU

i PROTECTING IMAGES: SET ALL / RESET ALL

PLAYBACK MENU

Continued

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Advanced Features Playback

Press the “MENU/OK” button to protect all the

frames (files).

SET ALL

ＳＥＴＡＬＬＳＥＴＡＬＬ

ＳＥＴＡＬＬＯＫ？ＳＥＴＡＬＬＯＫ？

ＩＴＭＡＹＴＡＫＥＡＷＨＩＬＥＩＴＭＡＹＴＡＫＥＡＷＨＩＬＥ

ＹＥＳＹＥＳ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬＣＡＮＣＥＬ

Press the “MENU/OK” button to unprotect all the

frames (files).

RESET ALL

ＲＥＳＥＴＡＬＬＲＥＳＥＴＡＬＬ

ＲＥＳＥＴＡＬＬＯＫ？ＲＥＳＥＴＡＬＬＯＫ？

ＩＴＭＡＹＴＡＫＥＡＷＨＩＬＥＩＴＭＡＹＴＡＫＥＡＷＨＩＬＥ

ＹＥＳＹＥＳ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬＣＡＮＣＥＬ

◆

To stop the procedure midway

◆

If the images are very large, protecting or

unprotecting all the frames (files) may take some

time.

If you want to take a picture during the procedure,

press the “BACK” button. To then return to protecting

or unprotecting all the frames (files), start the

procedure on P.91 from step

ＳＥＴＡＬＬＳＥＴＡＬＬ

ＣＡＮＣＥＬＣＡＮＣＥＬ

When you have finished the procedure, lock the 4-

direction button to prevent accidental improper use.

i PROTECTING IMAGES: SET ALL / RESET ALL

PLAYBACK MENU

u HOW TO SPECIFY PRINT OPTIONS

(

DPOF

)

PLAYBACK MENU

DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format and refers to a format that is used for

recording printing specifications for images shot using a digital camera on media such as

an xD-Picture Card and CF/Microdrive. The recorded specifications include information

on which frames are to be printed.

This section gives a detailed description of how to order your prints with the FinePix S3

Pro.

✽ Note that some printers do not support date and time imprinting or specification of the

number of prints.

✽ Note that the warnings shown below may be displayed while you are specifying the

prints.

(➡P.86, 90)

When erasing the image, the DPOF setting for that image is deleted at the same time.

(➡P.94)

When inserting a media that contains images specified for printing on by another

camera, those print specifications are all reset and replaced by the new print

specifications.

(➡P.134)

Up to 999 images can be specified on the same media.

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Advanced Features Playback

1Press the “PLAY” button to select Playback

mode.

2Unlock the 4-direction button.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu screen.

Press “d” or “c” to select “u” DPOF.

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“u” appears on the

LCD monitor during

playback when the

image has specified

with DPOF setting.

1Press “a ” or “b ” to select “WITH DATE” or

“WITHOUT DATE”. Selecting “WITH DATE” will

cause the date to be imprinted on your prints.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

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When DPOF settings were specified on another camera

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When the data includes a frame (file) with DPOF

settings that were specified on another camera,

“

6” appears.

Pressing the “MENU/OK” button erases all of the

DPOF settings already specified for each frame (file).

Specify the DPOF setting for each frame (file) again.

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Press the “BACK” button to leave the previous settings

unchanged.

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When selecting the “WITH DATE” setting, the date is

imprinted on your shots using the Print Service or a DPOF-

compatible printer (depending on the printer specifications,

the date may not be printed in some cases).

Always press the “MENU/OK” button after the

settings are completed.

Pressing the “BACK” button cancels those settings.

Total number of prints

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1Press “d” or “c” to display the frame (file) for

which you want to specify DPOF settings.

2Press “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 DPOF settings, repeat steps 1

and 2.

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Prints of up to 999 image frames (files) can be ordered on the

same media .

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DPOF settings cannot be specified for CCD-RAW.

Setting for

that frame

Total number

of prints

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Pressing the “BACK” button while choosing settings

will cancel all current settings. If there were

previous DPOF settings, only the modifications are

cancelled.

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Canceling a frame

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To cancel the DPOF setting for a frame (file) you

have specified (cancel frame), perform steps

1 to 3

and then:

1Press “d” or “c” to select the frame (file) with

the DPOF setting you want to cancel.

2Set the number of prints to 0(zero).

To cancel the DPOF setting for another frame (file),

repeat steps 1 and 2.

Press the “MENU/OK” button to complete the

settings.

01 02

When you have finished the procedure, lock the 4-

direction button to prevent accidental improper use.

u DPOF SET FRAME

PLAYBACK MENU

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Advanced Features Playback

1Press “d” or “c” to select “u” DPOF.

Press “a” or “b” to select “RESET ALL”.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

A message appears.

To reset all the DPOF settings, press the

“MENU/OK” button.

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1Press the “PLAY” button to select Playback

mode.

2Unlock the 4-direction button.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu screen.

01 02

When you have finished the procedure, lock the 4-

direction button to prevent accidental improper use.

When you have finished the procedure, lock the 4-

direction button to prevent accidental improper use.

1Press the “PLAY” button to select Playback

mode.

2Unlock the 4-direction button.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu screen.

01 02

Press “d” or “c” to select “[” PLAYBACK.

1Press “a” or “b” to select the playback interval

and the type of image transition.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button. The image frames

are advanced and played back.

To interrupt PLAYBACK, press the “F1” button.

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u DPOF

(

RESET ALL

)

PLAYBACK MENU

[ AUTOMATIC PLAYBACK

PLAYBACK MENU

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Advanced Features Playback

] TRIMMING

PLAYBACK MENU

1Press “d” or “c” to select “]” TRIMMING.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

1Press “a” to zoom in. Press “b” to zoom out on

a still image. A zoom bar appears on the LCD

monitor.

2Press the “PLAY” button to move to another part

of the image.

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Press the “BACK” button to return to single-frame playback.

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Press the “PLAY” button to return to zooming.

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1Press “a”, “b”, “d” or “c” to display another

area. The current displayed image appears on

the navigation screen.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to save the image.

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Zoom bar

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Saved image size varies depending on the zoom

scale. Up to 1M can be saved.

01 02

1Press the “PLAY” button to select Playback

mode.

2Unlock the 4-direction button.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu screen.

01 02

Check the saved image size and press the

“MENU/OK” button. The trimmed image is added

as a separate file in the final frame.

■ Image Sizes

Printing at up to 10R (25.4 × 30.5 cm/10 × 12 in.) /

A4 size

Printing at up to 6R (15.2 × 20.3 cm/6 × 8 in.) / A5

size

Printing at up to 3R (8.9 × 12.7 cm/3.5 × 5 in.) size

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Ｍ

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When you have finished the procedure, lock the 4-

direction button to prevent accidental improper use.

Navigation screen

101

Settings

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= LCD BRIGHTNESS

PLAYBACK MENU

01 02

1Press the “PLAY” button to select Playback

mode.

2Unlock the 4-direction button.

1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

menu screen.

2Press “d” or “c ” to select “= ” MONITOR

BRIGHTNESS.

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1Pressing the “MENU/OK” button displays the

monitor brightness setting screen.

2Press “d ” or “c ” to adjust the monitor

brightness.

3Always press the “MENU/OK” button after the

settings are completed.

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Brightness adjustment checking bar

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You can specify whether or not the brightness adjustment checking bar is displayed in the brightness

setting screen.

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When you have finished using the menu, lock the

4-direction button to prevent accidental use.

When you have finished using the menu, lock the

4-direction button to prevent accidental use.

USING THE SET-UP SCREEN

Press “d” or “c” to move to options 1 to 5.

After you have changed the settings, press the

“MENU/OK” button to confirm the changes.

1Press “a” or “b” to select a menu option.

2Press “d” or “c” to change the setting.

Press “c ” for “CUSTOM WB”, “FORMAT”,

“DATE/TIME”, “DISCHARGE”, “RESET” or “LIVE

IMAGE”.

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1Turn the camera on and select Photography

mode.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the

SET-UP screen.

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Always turn the camera off when replacing the batteries.

Pulling out the battery holder or disconnecting the AC power

adapter while the camera is still turned on may return the

camera settings to the factory default values.

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SET-UP

5 Settings

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117

USB MODE

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: DSC (Mass storage device) mode

This mode provides a simple way to read images from an a

media and store images onto a media.

The USB interface connection can be used for high-speed

file transfer.

: PictBridge

If a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images can

be printed by connecting the camera directly to the

PictBridge-compatible printer without using a computer.

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1394 MODE

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: DSC (Mass storage device) mode

This mode provides a simple way to read images from an a

media and store images onto a media.

The IEEE 1394 interface connection can be used for high-

speed file transfer.

q1394@

: 1394 Shooting

Allows you to control the camera and take pictures from a

PC. Also allows the photographed images to be

automatically saved on the PC.

% BEEP

LOW/HIGH/OFF LOW

Sets the volume of the tone emitted when the camera

controls are used.

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FRAME NO. CONT./RENEW CONT.

Specifies whether frame numbers are assigned

consecutively from previous numbers or begin again.

106

DATE/TIME SET — Corrects the date or time. 27

ENGLISH Specifies the language used for LCD monitor display.

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VIDEO SYSTEM

NTSC/PAL — Specifies whether video output is set to NTSC or PAL.

107DISCHARGE OK — Discharges Ni-MH batteries.

108LIVE IMAGE ON — Displays the live image on the LCD monitor.

—RESET OK —

Resets all the camera settings (other than the CUSTOM

WB, FORMAT, DATE/TIME, LANG. and VIDEO SYSTEM,

LIVE IMAGE) to the factory default values set at shipment.

A confirmation message appears when you press “c”. To

reset the camera settings, press the “MENU/OK” button

again.

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Settings

SET-UP

IMAGE DISPLAY

This setting allows you to specify whether the resulting image is displayed after you take a shot.

OFF: The photographed image is automatically recorded without being displayed.

ON: The photographed image is displayed for about 2 seconds and is then automatically

recorded.

PREVIEW: The photographed image is displayed and then automatically recorded.

Pressing the “F2” button (Erase) while the image is displayed deletes the recorded

image. Pressing “F1” (End checking), “MENU/OK”, “BACK” or the shutter button

clears the display ready for the next shot.

Procedure when “PREVIEW” is set

End checking

Erase Histograms

Standard chart

Preview zoom

Unlock the 4-direction button and press “a” or “b”

to zoom in or out.

To view another part of the image, press the

“PLAY” button and then press “a”, “b”, “d” or “c”

to move around. To return to zoom mode, press the

“PLAY” button again.

Histogram

Pressing this button displays the histogram.

The display changes in a cycle from MASTER ➡ R

➡ G ➡ B each time the button is pressed.

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See P.85 for more information on histograms.

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MIN

MASTER

MAX

Histogram

Brightness warning and standard chart

The display switches between the brightness

warning indicator and the standard chart each time

you press the button.

Use these features to check the brightness and

color tones in the image.

■ SET-UP menu options

Settings Display

Factory default

Explanation

page

IMAGE DISP. OFF/ON/PREVIEW OFF

Specifies whether the preview images (the photographed

image) is displayed after taking a picture.

103

CUSTOM WB SET —

Use this setting to specify an the correct white balance

setting for a light source.

104

COLOR

SPACES

sRGB/AdobeRGB sRGB Sets the color space to sRGB or Adobe RGB (1998). 105

D-RANGE WIDE/STANDARD WIDE

Specifies whether the standard dynamic range (100%) or an

extended dynamic range (400%) is used.

105

AUTO

ROTATE

ON/OFF ON

Specifies whether the camera automatically detects shots

taken in the vertical position.

106

TEST-SHOOTING

(NO CARD)

ON/OFF ON

Select “ON” in this setting to release the shutter even when

no media is loaded in the camera. Note that no image is

recorded (unless a media is loaded).

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FORMAT OK — Erases all files. 106

—MEDIA

! (xD-Picture Card)

~ (CF/Microdrive)

Sets the media to be used when an xD-Picture Card and

CF/Microdrive are loaded in the camera.

Gray scale

Color bar

Brightness warning

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Settings

SET-UP

SETTING THE CUSTOM WB

COLOR SPACES

Use this function to set the correct white balance for a light source. You can also use this

function to achieve a desired special effect.

Press the “F1” (custom WB 1) button or the “F4” (custom WB 2) button to select the custom

white balance you want to set.

CUS.2

Custom WB 1 Custom WB 2

Turn the focus mode selector switch to “M” (Manual

focus) and set the focus manually.

Set the exposure mode to “P”, “S” or “A”.

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The camera’s auto focus function may be unable to focus on

a subject such as a white sheet of paper, which will prevent

the shutter from operating.

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While a custom white balance can also be measured in “M”

mode, the image may be extremely overexposed or

underexposed so that the optimum measurement is not

taken.

Hold up a page of white paper or a similar object

under the target light source so that the paper

fills the viewfinder screen. Then press the shutter

button to set the custom white balance.

h Range of custom WB settings

Color temperatures from approx. 2800 K to

9500 K

If the exposure is measured correctly,

“7” appears on the LCD monitor.

Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the setting.

Selects the color space used when pictures are

taken. For normal photography, select sRGB.

Adobe RGB (1998) is best for images to be used

for commercial printing.

WIDE: Allows photography using a wide dynamic

range that takes advantage of the particular

characteristics of the Super CCD SR II. The

continuous shooting speed and interval are

slower than for standard mode (roughly

double), so the number of continuous shots

available roughly half.

STANDARD: The dynamic range is 100%, as on

the previous digital camera (FinePix

S2 Pro), but the continuous shooting

speed and the number of continuous

shots available are increased for

easier shooting.

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After taking the picture, check the color tones (white balance)

in the image.

i Select “PREVIEW” as the photographed image display

option (➡P.103) in the SET-UP screen.

i Press the “PLAY” button (➡P.43).

When you have finished setting the white balance, select the

focus mode you want to use.

■ When the exposure is not measured correctly

Remedy

The subject is too bright. Use a negative (–) exposure compensation value and set the

white balance again.

The subject is too dark. Use a positive (+) exposure compensation value and set the white

balance again.

Because the exposure is outside the range of valid custom white balance settings, the

maximum (or minimum) value has been set.

h Available custom WB settings: Color temperatures of approx. 2800 K to 9500 K

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D-RANGE

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Matching customized white balance using an external flash

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If you use an external flash with the exposure mode set to “M”, you can make it easier to match the

white balance to the photography settings (aperture, flash brightness, etc.) by using a commercially

available 18% grey standard chart instead of white paper.

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Settings

SET-UP

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FORMAT

DISCHARGING RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

Initialize (format) the media for use with the

camera.

Because initializing the media erases all the frames

(files), including protected frames (files). Back up

important frames (files) onto your computer or

another media.

1Press “d” or “c” to select “OK”.

2Pressing the “MENU/OK” button erases all the

frames (files) and initializes the media.

●

Always check the media to be formatted on the screen before

proceeding.

h Formatted media

8: xD-Picture Cards

9: CF/Microdrives

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If “i”, “0”, “-” or

“

=” appears, see P.134 for information

before formatting the media.

01 02

Specifies whether frame numbers are assigned

consecutively from previous numbers or begin

again.

CONT. : Pictures are stored beginning from the

highest file number stored on the last

media used.

RENEW: Pictures are stored on each media

beginning with a file number “0001”.

Setting this function to “CONT.” makes file

management easier as it ensures that file names

are not duplicated when images are downloaded to

a PC.

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When the camera settings are “RESET”, the frame number

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.

Check the file number by viewing the image. The

last 4 digits of the 7-digit number are the file

numbers, while the first 3 digits show the directory

number.

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When changing the media, always turn the camera off before

opening the slot cover. Opening the slot cover without turning

the camera off may cause the frame number memory to not

function.

●

File number runs from 0001 to 9999. Once 9999 is exceeded,

the directory number changes from 100 to 101. The

maximum number is 999–9999.

●

The displayed frame number may differ for images

photographed on other cameras.

●

When “q” appears, see P.134.

FRAME NO.

CONT. RENEW

Formatted media used for both A and B.

100-0009

Frame number

Directory number

File number

The “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function can only be used with Ni-MH

batteries.

Use the “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function in the following situations:

i When the batteries only last for a short time after being charged normally

i When the batteries have not been used for a long period

i When you purchase new Ni-MH batteries

Do not use the “Discharging rechargeable batteries” function while using the AC power adapter. In

these situations, the Ni-MH batteries will not be discharged due to the external power supply.

1Press “d” or “c” to move to option 4 and then

press “a” or “b” to select “DISCHARGE”.

2Press “c”.

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01 02

Detects whether the camera is used horizontally or

vertically so that images are automatically rotated

when opened in the optional dedicated software,

Hyper-Utility Software HS-V2 Ver. 3.0.

●

The camera may record the horizontal/vertical position

information incorrectly during panning or when pictures are

taken facing upwards or downwards. In such situations,

select “OFF”.

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Rotated display does not apply to playback images.

AUTO ROTATE

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✽ How to display the SET-UP menu (➡P.101)

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1Press “d” or “c” to select “OK”.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

The screen changes and discharging begins.

When the battery level indicator blinks red and

discharging ends, the camera turns off.

01 02

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To cancel discharging, press the “BACK” button.

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Settings

TWO-BUTTON RESET

Two-Button Reset lets you instantly reset specified settings to their original initial settings.

Set the exposure mode dial to “P”, “S”, “A”, “M” or

“CSM” and select the settings to be reset.

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.

Exposure mode dial Reset Settings

“P”, “S”, “A”, “M”

The photography functions are reset as shown below.

“CSM”

h All the custom settings are reset.

h The ISO sensitivity is reset to 200.

When the reset is finished, set the exposure mode dial to a setting other than “CSM”.

SET-UP

LIVE IMAGE

Function Condition

Focus area Center

Flexible Program Cancelled

Exposure compensation Cancelled

Auto Exposure Lock Cancelled

Auto Exposure Bracketing Cancelled

Flash Synchro mode Front Synchro mode

Flash exposure compensation

Cancelled

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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.

●

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.

Set the focus mode selector switch to “M”.

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.

●

Use this feature in “M” (Manual focus) mode.

●

The flash fires when the internal flash pops up or when an

external flash is connected and the live image is displayed.

In the SET-UP screen, select “LIVE IMAGE” and

then press “c”. In the confirmation screen, press

the “MENU/OK” button.

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✽ How to display the SET-UP menu (➡P.101)

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Settings

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CUSTOM SETTING

(

CSM

)

The custom settings allow to modify camera functions such as how information is displayed in the

viewfinder and which functions are assigned to which buttons.

Cancelling custom settings

Set the Exposure mode dial to “CSM”.

1Turn the Main-command dial to select an option.

2Turn the Sub-command dial to change the

setting.

3“E” appears on the top display panel.

When you have finished the settings, set the exposure mode dial to a setting other than “CSM”.

●

The custom settings are retained when the camera is turned off.

1Set the Exposure mode dial to “CSM”.

2Hold 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.

h All the custom settings are reset to their default

values.

h The ISO sensitivity is reset to 200.

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■ Custom settings list

SettingNo. Display Details

0: METERED VALUE

➡ UNDER ➡ OVER

(default)

1: UNDER ➡

METERED VALUE

➡ OVER

BRACKETING ORDER 1

Allows you to change the compensation sequence

when auto exposure bracketing is used.

0: OFF (default)

1: ON

ON-DEMAND GRID

LINES DISPLAY

If you display the On-Demand Grid Lines, you can use

the intersections of the horizontal and vertical lines to

position your main subject in the shot or align one of the

horizontal lines with the horizon. This allows you to

compose the desired shot while monitoring the subject's

size and the balance.

0: AUTO (default)

1: OFF

2: ON

ILLUMINATION FOR

FOCUS AREA

Specifies the illumination used for the focus area in the

viewfinder.

0: NORMAL (default)

1: ENABLES

ROTATION

FOCUS AREA

SELECTION

Selecting cyclic focus area selection allows you to

select the opposite focus area without changing which

part of the 4-direction button you have to press.

0: DISABLED (default)

1: ACTIVATED

AE-LOCK Set this parameter to “1” to apply the AE lock when the

shutter button is pressed half way.

0: DISABLED (default)

1: ACTIVATED

LONG EXP. (BULB) AT

MANUAL MODE

Select “1” to take bulb shots in the “M” exposure mode.

0: ENABLED (default)

1: DISABLED

CLOSEST-SUBJECT-

PRIORITY DYNAMIC AF

AT AF-S MODE

If you select “1”, Closest-subject Priority Dynamic AF is

not used in AF-S mode.

0: DISABLED (default)

1: ENABLED

CLOSEST-SUBJECT-

PRIORITY DYNAMIC AF

AT AF-C MODE

If you select “1”, Closest-subject Priority Dynamic AF is

used in AF-C mode.

0: AE/AF LOCK

(default)

1: AE LOCK ONLY

2: AF LOCK ONLY

3: AE REMAINS

LOCKED

4: AF OPERATION

AE/AF LOCK BUTTON Normally, AE lock (exposure recording) and AF lock

(focus lock) are both applied concurrently when you

press the “AE-L/AF-L” button. However, this can be

changed so that only AE lock or only AF lock is applied,

or so that that the AE lock status is maintained. If the

AE/AF lock is used with the “Maintain AE lock” setting,

pressing the “AE-L/AF-L” button again or releasing the

shutter cancels the lock.

In addition, though the auto focus (AF) normally

operates when the shutter button is pressed down

halfway, you can change this so that AF operates when

the “AE-L/AF-L” button is pressed. (In this case, AF

does not operate when the shutter button is pressed

down halfway.)

0: DISABLED (default)

1: ENABLED

COMMAND DIAL

FUNCTIONS

Use this setting to change the Main-command dial and

Sub-command dial operation during photography.

0: Main: Changes the shutter speed.

Sub: Changes the aperture.

1: Main: Changes the aperture.

Sub: Changes the shutter speed.

11 0: SINGLE SHUTTER

RELEASE (default)

1: CONTINUOUS

SHUTTER

RELEASE

MULTIPLE EXPOSURE Changing this setting allows you to use continuous

shooting for multiple exposure shots.

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Connection

112

SettingNo. Display Details

DC IN 5V socket

CUSTOM SETTING

(

CSM

)

Using the AC Power adapter

(

sold separately

)

Connecting to a TV

The AC Power Adapter is useful since it allows you to take pictures, play back images (connected

to a TV, etc.) and connect to a computer without worrying about using up the battery charge.

h Compatible AC power adapter

Model: AC-5VX

Check that the camera is turned off. Open the

terminal cover and plug the AC power adapter

connector into the “DC IN 5V” socket. Then plug

the AC power adapter into a power outlet.

●

Use only the FUJIFILM products listed above.

●

See P.130 for notes on using the AC power adapter.

●

The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and

shall be easily accessible.

●

The shape of the plug and socket-outlet depends on the

country of use.

Turn off the camera and TV. Open the terminal

cover and plug the bundled video cable into the

camera’s “VIDEO OUT” (video output) socket.

VIDEO OUT

socket

●

If there is a power outlet available, connect the AC Power

Adapter AC-5VX.

Plug the other end of the cable into the video input

socket on the TV. Then turn the camera and TV on

and take pictures or play back images as you

would normally.

To video

input socket

●

Refer to the instructions provided with your TV for more

information on video input for your TV.

13 2: 2 SEC.

5: 5 SEC.

10: 10 SEC. (default)

20: 20 SEC.

SELF-TIMER

DURATION

Sets the running time for the self-timer.

14 0: OFF (default)

5: 5 SEC.

15: 15 SEC.

LCD ILLUMINATION Allows you to change the settings so that the LCD

illumination lights when buttons are used.

15 0: ON (default)

1: OFF

AF-ASSIST

ILLUMINATOR

Allows you to prevent the built-in AF-assist illuminator

from operating. Note that this may prevent the auto

focus from successfully setting the focus in some cases.

CONNECTING TO A TV /

USING THE AC POWER ADAPTER

6 Connection

12 0: OFF

15: 15 SEC. (default)

2: 2 MIN.

5: 5 MIN.

AUTO POWER OFF Sets the delay time until the Auto Power Off function

operates.

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Connection

DSC

USO EN EL MODO DSC

CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER

The “Connecting to a computer” section explains how to connect the camera to your computer

using the USB cable (IEEE 1394 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.

Refer to Software Quick Start Guide the first time you connect the

camera to your computer.

Install the software first. Do not connect the camera with

the computer before installing all the software.

CD-ROM

(Software for FinePix)

h If your PC supports USB 2.0 (High-speed USB), data can be transferred faster than with previous

USB versions.

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This camera does not support IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800). Use IEEE 1394 (FireWire 400).

This mode provides a simple way to read images from a media and store images onto a media. The

USB or IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface connection can be used for high-speed file transfer (➡P.115).

To connect via an IEEE 1394 port, check that the interface is OHCI compliant and then refer to the

table below to check whether it is supported by your operating system.

!~@

DSC

(

Mass storage device

)

mode

For information on taking pictures using IEEE 1394, refer to the Hyper Utility Software HS-V2

Ver.3.0 (or later) Quick Start Guide.

IEEE 1394 photography function

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1Insert a media with images into the camera.

2Turn the camera on and press the “MENU/OK”

button.

3Select “!~@” in “USB MODE” or “1394

MODE” in the SET-UP menu (➡P.101) and then

turn the camera off.

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Use the AC Power Adapter AC-5VX (sold separately) for the

connection (➡P.113). If shutting off power supply during

communication, the files on the media may be damaged.

●

If inserting an xD-Picture Card and a CF/Microdrive into the

camera at the same time, images will be recorded onto the

media selected as the “MEDIA” (➡P.102).

1Turn your PC on.

2Connect the camera to the PC using the USB

cable (mini-B) or IEEE 1394 cable.

3Turn the camera on.

●

Always use the cable provided with your camera. If you use

other cable, your camera may not work correctly.

●

Make sure that the USB cable (mini-B) or IEEE 1394 cable is

connected correctly and is pushed in.

●

Do not connect the USB cable (mini-B) and the IEEE 1394

cable at the same time.

h The access lamp blinks when the camera and

computer are exchanging data.

h “w ” is displayed on rear display

panel.

h Power save and Auto power off are disabled

during DSC connection.

●

Before replacing the media, always disconnect the camera

from the PC using the procedure on P.116.

●

Do not disconnect the USB cable (mini-B) or IEEE 1394

cable while communication is in progress. If shutting off

power supply during communication, the files on the media

may be damaged.

USE AT DSC MODE

Set a camera

Connect a camera to a computer

DC IN 5V socket

USB

socket

(mini-B)

Camera

USB

socket

IEEE

1394 socket

DC IN 5V socket

Camera

IEEE

1394 socket

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Operating system compatibility chart (Windows) ✓: Can be connected

—

: Cannot be connected

Connection type

Windows 98

—

Windows 98 SE

(Second Edition)

✓

✽2

Windows Me

(Millennium Edition)

✓

Windows 2000

(Professional)

✓

Windows XP

✓

IEEE 1394

✓

✽1

✓✓✓✓

USB

✽1 Can be used by installing the driver from the bundled CD-ROM.

✽2 Select Windows Update from the Start button menu and update the 1394 device driver (Your system must be

capable of connecting to the Internet).

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Operating system compatibility chart (Macintosh) ✓: Can be connected

✽1 Contact Apple Computers (http://www.apple.com) for information on software updates.

✽2 Versions 10.2.6 to 10.3.5 as at November 2004. Refer to the FUJIFILM website for information on supported

operating systems.

http://home.fujifilm.com/products/digital/

Connection type

Mac OS 9.2.2

✽1

✓

Mac OS X

✽2

IEEE 1394

✓

USB

Drag the “Removable drive” icon on the desktop to the

Trash.

●

When you drag the icon to the Trash, “REMOVE OK” appears on

the camera’s screen.

DC IN 5V

socket

USB

socket

(mini-B)

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Connection

CONNECTING THE CAMERA DIRECTLY TO THE PRINTER

—

PictBridge FUNCTION

When a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images can be printed by connecting the

camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without using a PC.

●

In PictBridge function, images photographed on other than a camera may not be printed.

●

Always turn the camera off when disconnecting or connecting the USB cable. Connecting the camera to the printer while

the camera is turned on could damage the media.

Specifying images for printing on the camera

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DC IN 5V socket

USB

socket

(mini-B)

1Set the Power switch to “ON”.

2Select “$” in “USB MODE” in the “SET-UP”

menu (➡P.101).

3Set the Power switch to “OFF” to turn the

camera off.

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Do not connect to a PC when the USB mode setting is set to

“

$”. See P.137 if you connect to a PC by mistake.

1Connect the camera to the printer using the USB

cable (mini-B).

2Turn the printer on.

“$ CHECKING USB” appears on the rear

display panel for a few moments and then the

menu screen appears on the LCD monitor.

●

If the menu does not appear, check whether the USB mode

setting is

“$”.

●

Depending on the printer, some functions are disabled.

●

The camera cannot be used to specify printer settings such

as the paper size and print quality.

●

Please connect the AC Power Adapter AC-5VX (sold

separately) to your camera.

●

Use a media that was formatted on the camera.

Set the Power switch to “ON”.

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CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER

OFF

Quit all applications (FinePixViewer etc.) that are using the camera.

Check that the access lamp is off (no data is being

exchanged with the computer).

Perform the steps shown below before you turn the camera off. This procedure differs

depending on the operating system software (or PC) you are using.

●

In some cases, the camera and computer may still be

communicating even after the “Copying” message disappears

from the computer screen. Always check that the access

lamp is off.

Disconnecting the camera

2Left-click the Eject icon in the taskbar and select “USB Disk”.

3The menu option shown below appears. Click on this option.

4The “Safe To Remove Hardware” message box appears. Click the [OK] button or the close

button.

✽ Screen for Windows XP

Macintosh

1Turn the camera off.

2Unplug the USB cable (mini-B) or IEEE 1394

cable from the camera.

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Windows 98/98 SE (USB)

No PC operation is needed.

Windows 98 SE (IEEE 1394) /Me/2000 Professional/XP

1Right-click the removable disk icon in the “My Computer”

window and select Eject. This step is only required in

Windows Me.

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Connection

CONNECTING THE CAMERA DIRECTLY TO THE PRINTER —

PictBridge FUNCTION

Specifying images for printing without using DPOF

(

single-frame printing

)

1Press “a” or “b” to select “u PRINT DPOF”.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

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When “t” appears, the DPOF settings are not

specified.

●

To use DPOF printing, the DPOF settings must be 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.

01 02

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.

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Press the “BACK” button to cancel the printing. Depending on

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.

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1Set the Power switch to “ON”.

2Select “$” in “USB MODE” in the “SET-UP”

menu (➡P.101).

3Set the Power switch to “OFF” to turn the

camera off.

●

Do not connect to a PC when the USB mode setting is set to

“

$”. See P.137 if you connect to PC by mistake.

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●

“PRINT WITH DATE” is not available when the camera is

connected to a printer that does not support date printing.

1Press “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.

2Press the “MENU/OK” button.

01 02

Set the Power switch to “ON”.

“$ CHECKING USB” appears on the rear

display panel for a few moments and then the

menu screen appears on the LCD monitor.

●

If the menu does not appear, check whether the USB mode

setting is

“$”.

●

Depending on the printer, some functions are disabled.

DC IN 5V socket

USB

socket

(mini-B)

1Connect the camera to the printer using the USB

cable (mini-B).

2Turn the printer on.

●

The camera cannot be used to specify printer settings such

as the paper size and print quality.

●

Please connect the AC Power Adapter AC-5VX (sold

separately) to your camera.

●

Use a media that was formatted on the camera.

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Press the “BACK” button to cancel the printing. Depending on

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.

Press the “MENU/OK” button to download the data

to the printer and start printing the specified

number of prints.

1Press “d” or “c” to display the frame (file) for

which you want to specify PRINT settings.

2Press “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.

3Press the “MENU/OK” button.

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CONNECTING THE CAMERA DIRECTLY TO THE PRINTER —

PictBridge FUNCTION

Always press the “MENU/OK” button after the

settings are completed.

●

Press the “BACK” button to return to step

Disconnecting the printer

1Check that “y” is not displayed on the

camera’s screen.

2Turn the camera off. Unplug the USB cable

(mini-B).

DC IN 5V socket

USB

socket

(mini-B)

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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.

ACTFLASH

-C

FinePix S3 Pro

Digital Camera

FinePix S3 Pro

Digital Camera

FinePix S3 Pro

Digital Camera

■

Image input/output to the PC

■

Print creation

■

Visual output

Printer

(commercially available)

xD-Picture Card

Digital Photo

Printer CX-550

TV monitor

(commercially available)

Visual output

(PC card slot)

(CF card slot)

Personal Computer

(commercially available)

Personal Computer

(commercially available)

Image Memory Card Reader

DPC-R1

PC Card Adapter DPC-AD

xD-Picture Card

™ USB Drive

DPC-UD1

CompactFlash™ Card Adapter

DPC-CF

USB / IEEE 1394

USB

(

USB

)

(

USB

)

PictBridge

CF / Microdrive

(commercially available)

(PC card slot)

PC Card Adapter

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)

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)

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Accessories Guide

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 PC’s 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.

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 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 (Ni-

MH) 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.

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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.

■ Notes on Immersion in Water or Sand

The FinePix S3 Pro is particularly adversely affected by water and sand. When you are at the beach or close to

water, ensure that the camera is not exposed to water or sand. Take care also not to place the camera on a

wet surface. Water or sand inside the camera can cause faults that may be irreparable.

■ Notes on Condensation

If the camera is carried suddenly from a cold location into a warm place, water droplets (condensation) may

form on the inside of the camera or on the lens. When this occurs, switch the camera off and wait an hour

before using the camera. Condensation may also form on the media. In this event, remove the media and

wait a short time before using it again.

■

When the Camera is Unused for Long Periods

If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period of time, remove the battery and the media card

before storing the camera.

■ Cleaning Your Camera

h Use a blower brush to brush away any dust on the lens, LCD monitor surface, viewfinder or external AF

sensor and then gently wipe the camera with a soft, dry cloth. If any soiling remains, apply a small

amount of lens cleaning liquid to a piece of FUJIFILM lens cleaning paper and wipe gently.

h Do not scratch hard objects against the lens, LCD monitor screen or viewfinder as these surfaces are

easily damaged.

h Clean the body of the camera with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use volatile substances such as thinners,

benzine or insecticide, as these may react with camera body and cause deformation or remove the

coating.

h This camera is equipped with a CCD photosensitive element. This CCD is located behind the shutter

screen. If dust or other soiling attaches to the surface of the CCD and pictures are then taken, this soiling

may appear as spots in the image, depending on the camera settings and the type of subject. If this

occurs, the CCD must be cleaned. Because the surface of the CCD is extremely fragile, wherever

possible the camera should be returned to an authorized FUJIFILM dealer for cleaning (for a charge).

Any repairs carried out by an authorized FUJIFILM service facility to CCDs that were scratched or

damaged during cleaning by the customer will be charged to the customer. Note that such repairs will

probably involve replacing the CCD and will be expensive.

Take the following precautions to ensure that no dirt or dust gets onto the CCD:

i Before a FUJIFILM digital camera is shipped from the factory, it is carefully checked for dust inside

the camera and on the surface of the CCD to ensure that it conforms to FUJIFILM standards.

i Bear in mind also that some types of soiling on the CCD surface cannot be removed even by an

authorized FUJIFILM dealer.

Should this occur, you can use features such as the despeckling function provided in the image

processing software to remedy the problem.

■ Using the Camera Overseas

When traveling overseas, do not place your camera in the check-in baggage. Baggage handling at airports

may subject baggage to violent shocks, and the camera may be damaged internally even when no external

damage is visible.

Cleaning the CCD

This camera is equipped with a CCD photosensitive element. This CCD is located behind the

shutter screen.

If dust or other soiling attaches to the surface of the CCD and pictures are then taken, this soiling

may appear as spots in the image, depending on the camera settings and the type of subject. If this

occurs, the CCD must be cleaned. Because the surface of the CCD is extremely fragile, wherever

possible the camera should be returned to an authorized FUJIFILM dealer for cleaning (for a

charge).

Any repairs carried out by an authorized FUJIFILM dealer to CCDs that were scratched or damaged

during cleaning by the customer will be charged to the customer. Note that such repairs will

probably involve replacing the CCD and will be expensive.

Check that the camera is turned off.

Open the terminal cover and fully insert the

connector plug from the AC power adapter AC-5VX

(sold separately) into the “DC IN 5V” socket. Then

plug the AC power adapter into the power outlet.

●

When cleaning the camera, always use the AC power

adapter AC-5VX (sold separately) to prevent camera damage

due the mirror dropping down or the shutter closing.

●

See P.130 for more information on using the AC power

adapter.

Hold down the Lens release button and turn the

lens in the direction of the arrow.

◆

Dust inside the camera and on the surface of the CCD

◆

h Before a FUJIFILM digital camera is shipped from the factory, it is carefully checked for dust inside

the camera and on the surface of the CCD to ensure that it conforms to FUJIFILM standards.

h Bear in mind also that some types of soiling on the CCD surface cannot be removed even by an

authorized FUJIFILM dealer.

Should this occur, you can use features such as the despeckling function provided in the image

processing software to remedy the problem.

Press the built-in flash down to stow it away.

Checking the condition of the CCD surface

DC IN 5V socket

Continued

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Hold down the Release mode switch unlock button

and set the Release mode switch to “,” (single-

frame).

Hold down both the Synchro mode button and the

LCD illumination button and turn the camera on.

When you press the shutter button, the mirror flips

up and the shutter opens and stays open.

●

When you release the shutter button, the mirror stays up.

Use a blower (without a brush attached) to remove

any soiling on the CCD surface.

Hold the camera so that the sun shines on the CCD and check the surface for dust.

Surface clean

Surface soiled

Contact a FUJIFILM dealer

and request CCD cleaning.

Clean the CCD yourself.

Turn the camera off and attach a lens or

body cap to the camera.

●

When you turn the camera off, the mirror drops

down and the shutter closes at the same time.

Ensure that your fingers are not caught inside the

camera.

Starting CCD cleaning

Take great care to avoid scratching or damaging the CCD during cleaning, as you will be responsible

for the possibly high cost of repairs (or replacement) by an authorized FUJIFILM dealer.

●

Use a blower that does not have a brush attached. Using a

blower brush to clean soiling from the CCD can scratch the

CCD surface.

Check whether the dust has been removed from the CCD surface.

The blower has removed the dust (There

are no oily marks or fingerprints).

There are oily marks or fingerprints left on the

CCD that cannot be removed with the blower.

Turn the camera off and mount the lens or body

cap on the camera.

●

When you turn the camera off, the mirror drops down and

the shutter closes at the same time. Ensure that your fingers

are not caught inside the camera.

Proceed to step

Cleaning the CCD

Set the Exposure mode dial to “M”.

Continued

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Notes on the Power Supply

h Use only nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries with

this camera. AA size alkaline, AA-size manganese or

lithium batteries cannot be used.

Incorrect use of the batteries could cause them to leak,

become hot, ignite or burst. Always observe the

precautions given below.

h Do not heat the batteries or throw them into a fire.

h Do not carry or store the batteries with metal objects

such as necklaces or hairpins that could come into

contact with the metal positive ≠ and negative – poles

of the battery.

h Do not expose the batteries to fresh or sea water, and

take particular care to keep the terminals dry.

h Do not attempt to deform, disassemble or modify the

batteries.

h Do not attempt to peel off or cut the battery casing.

h Do not drop, strike or otherwise subject the batteries to

strong impacts.

h Do not use the batteries that are leaking, deformed,

discolored or exhibit any other obvious abnormality.

h Do not store the batteries in very warm or moist

locations.

h Keep the batteries out of reach of infant and young

children.

h When loading the batteries into the camera, ensure that

the battery polarity (

≠ and –) is as indicated on the

camera.

h Do not use new batteries together with used batteries.

In the case of rechargeable batteries, do not use

charged and discharged batteries together. Do not use

batteries of different types or brands together.

h If you do not intend to use the camera for a long

period of time, remove the batteries from the camera

(Note that if the camera is left with the batteries

removed, the time and date settings are cleared).

h The batteries may feel warm immediately after being

used. Before removing the batteries, switch the

camera off and wait until the batteries cool down.

h When replacing the batteries, always fit 4 new

batteries.

Here, ‘new batteries’ refers to Ni-MH (nickel metal

hydride) batteries that have recently been fully

recharged together.

h In cold locations (at temperatures of +10°C/+50°F or

below), battery performance deteriorates and the time

for which they can be used shortens markedly. In cold

conditions, put the batteries in your pocket or a similar

place to warm them before loading them into the

camera. If you use a body warmer to warm the

batteries, ensure that they are not in direct contact

with the warmer.

h Soil (such as fingerprints) on the battery terminals can

markedly reduce the number of available shots.

Carefully wipe the battery terminals clean with a soft

dry cloth before loading the batteries.

If any liquid at all leaks from the batteries, wipe the

battery compartment thoroughly and then load new

batteries.

If any battery fluid comes into contact with your

hands or clothing, flush the area thoroughly with

water. Note that battery fluid can cause loss of

eyesight if it gets into your eyes. If this occurs, do

not rub your eyes. Flush the fluid out with clean

water and contact your physician for treatment.

■ Disposing of Batteries

When disposing of batteries, do so in accordance with your

local waste disposal regulations.

h As a power source in digital cameras, AA-size Ni-MH

batteries are superior to alkaline batteries in several

ways, such as allowing more shots to be taken with

the camera. However, care must be taken with the

way Ni-MH batteries are used if their original

performance is to be maintained.

h Ni-MH batteries left unused in storage for long periods

can become “deactivated”. Also, repeatedly charging

Ni-MH batteries that are only partially discharged can

cause them to suffer from the “memory effect”.

Ni-MH batteries that are “deactivated” or affected by

“memory” suffer from the problem of only providing

power for a short time after being charged. To prevent

this problem, discharge and recharge them several

times using the camera’s “Discharging rechargeable

batteries” function. By repeating this cycle several

times, the temporary reduction in performance caused

by “memory” or “deactivation” can be remedied and

the batteries can be restored to their original

performance levels.

Deactivation and memory are specific to Ni-MH

batteries and are not in fact battery faults. See P.107

for the procedure for “Discharging rechargeable

batteries”.

h To charge Ni-MH batteries, use the battery charger

(included). Refer to P.21 to make sure that the charger

is used correctly.

h Do not use the battery charger to charge other

batteries.

h Note that the batteries feel warm after being charged.

h Due to the way the camera is constructed, a small

amount of current is used even when the camera is

turned off. Note in particular that leaving AA-size Ni-

MH batteries in the camera for a long period will

overdischarge the batteries and may render them

unusable even after recharging.

h Ni-MH batteries will self-discharge even when not

used, and the time for which they can be used may be

shortened as a result.

h Ni-MH batteries will deteriorate rapidly if

overdischarged (e.g. by discharging the batteries in a

flashlight). Use the “Discharging rechargeable

batteries” function provided in the camera to discharge

the batteries.

h Ni-MH batteries have a limited service life. If a battery

can only be used for a short time even after repeated

discharge-charge cycles, it may have reached the end

of its service life.

Notes on the Batteries

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If this does not remove the soiling, repeat steps 3 to 5 with a new Sensor swab or contact an

authorized FUJIFILM dealer.

Always use this procedure to clean the CCD. Never clean the CCD in bulb photography mode.

A current runs through the CCD in bulb photography mode and cleaning could cause damage.

●

Do not use the swab when it is dry or not moistened with

cleaning fluid.

●

When you turn the camera off, the mirror drops down and the

shutter closes at the same time. Take care to ensure that

your fingers are not caught inside the camera.

◆

Ensure that you have the cleaning equipment ready

◆

h Cleaning swabs

Sensor Swab (Photographic Solutions, Inc.)

✽ For information on suppliers outside Japan, visit the web site listed below

(http://www.photosol.com/swabproduct.htm).

h Cleaning fluid

Anhydrous ethanol, EE Cleaner (Olympus)

Moisten the bottom 5 mm (0.2 in) of the Sensor

swab evenly with cleaning fluid.

Slowly and gently wipe one side of the swab just

once across the full width of the CCD from left to

right.

Then wipe the other side of the Sensor swab across the full width of the CCD from left to right

once more. Do not reuse Sensor swabs.

Turn the camera off and mount the lens or body

cap on the camera.

Cleaning the CCD

Applicable Batteries

Using the AA-size Ni-MH Batteries

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Notes on the Media

Notes on the Power Supply

■ 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 re-

recording 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.

■ 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 per-

megabyte recording cost, Microdrives provide a more

economical way to save high-resolution image files.

■ Protecting Your Data

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.

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.).

■

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.

■ Handling xD-Picture Card

h When storing xD-Picture Cards, make sure that they

are kept out of the reach of children. An xD-Picture

Card could be swallowed cause suffocation. If a child

swallows an xD-Picture Card, seek medical

attention or call emergency number right away.

h Do not expose an xD-Picture Card to shock. Do not

apply pressure, and avoid bending.

Do not use the xD-Picture Card in a hot or humid

place.

h Clean the xD-Picture Card with a soft dry piece of

cloth when dirty.

h When carrying or storing an xD-Picture Card, keep it

in the special protective case.

h The xD-Picture Card will work well for long time, but

will sooner or later lose its ability to store and play

back images or movies. If this happens replace it

with a new xD-Picture Card.

h The use of xD-Picture Cards is recommended with

the FinePix S3 Pro.

The recording quality cannot be guaranteed when

xD-Picture Cards other than those manufactured by

FUJIFILM are used.

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.

■ Using Microdrive

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 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.

■ Using media with a PC

h When taking pictures using a media that has been

used on a PC, reformat the media using your camera

for best quality.

h When formatting a media, a directory (folder) is

created. Image data is then recorded in this directory.

h Do not change or delete the directory (folder) or file

names on the media because this will make it

impossible to use the media in your camera.

h Always use the camera to erase image data on a

media.

h To edit image data, copy the image data to the PC

and edit the copy.

h Do not copy files other than those that will be used

by the camera.

■ Specifications

Type Image memory card for digital

cameras (xD-Picture Card)

Memory type NAND-type flash memory

Conditions for use Temperature:

0°C to +40°C

(+32°F to +104°F)

Humidity:

80% max. (no condensation)

Dimensions 25 mm × 20 mm × 2.2 mm

(0.98 in. × 0.79 in. × 0.09 in.)

(W × H × D)

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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

camera’s 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.

AC Power Adapter

h Ni-MH batteries or the battery charger itself will

become warm due to the power stored inside the

batteries. This is normal and does not indicate a fault.

Wherever possible, use the battery charger in a well-

ventilated location.

h There may be vibration noises from inside the battery

charger during use. This is normal and does not

indicate a fault.

h Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries

other than Ni-MH batteries.

h The battery charger could cause interference if placed

close to a radio during charging. In this event, move

the radio and charger further apart.

h Do not touch the connections or contact points on

rechargeable batteries with other metal objects as this

can cause a short circuit.

h Do not leave the battery charger in the following types

of locations:

i Extremely humidity or high temperatures, such as

close to a heating appliance or in direct sunlight

i Places with strong vibration

i In very dusty places

h The battery charger accepts input voltages of 100-240

V AC at 50 or 60 Hz and can be used all over the

world. However, the shape of the plug and socket-

outlet depends on the country of use. Consult your

travel agent for details.

Notes on Using the Battery Charger

■ Battery Charger BCH-NH2 Specifications

Rated input 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Input capacity 16-21 VA (U.S.A and Canada)

10 W (other countries)

Rated output DC1.2 V 565 mA (× 4)

Applicable batteries AA-size Ni-MH Battery × 4

Charging time Approx. 255 minutes

Dimensions 105 mm × 65 mm × 27.5 mm

(4.1 in. × 2.6 in. × 1.1 in.)

(L × W × D)

Mass (Weight) Approx. 95 g (3.4 oz.)

(excluding batteries)

Operating 0°C to + 40°C

temperatures (+ 32°F to + 104°F)

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—

Turn the camera off and replace the

batteries. Then turn the camera back on

and try again.

If this does not resolve the problem, set the

Exposure mode dial to “M”, set the focusing

mode to “M” (Manual focus), press the

shutter button and then briefly turn the

camera off.

The batteries are low on charge or

the camera mechanism has stopped

due to cold and cannot take pictures.

(blinking)

Warning Displayed

Top display

panel

Viewfinder

Explanation Remedy

In certain cases, due to static electricity or poorly loaded batteries, the FinePix S3 Pro microcomputer

may turn the camera off, even with fresh, properly installed batteries. For the same reason, the

operation of camera may not advance properly during either “USB mode” or “IEEE 1394 mode”. In

each of these cases, to resume operation, simply turn the power off, then turn it on again. Or, remove

and reinstall the batteries. When this happens, the camera settings may be initialized. Check the

required camera settings before using the camera.

Set the Exposure mode dial to “M” and

press the shutter button again. If the

warning indication remains, or this warning

appears frequently, contact you FUJIFILM

dealer.

Malfunction detected.

(blinking)

(blinking/lit)

(blinking)

Warning Displayed

Top display

panel

Viewfinder

Explanation Remedy

i CPU Nikkor lens other than G-type

is not set to its minimum aperture.

i Attached flash is not set at TTL

Auto Flash in “P” mode.

i Set lens to minimum aperture.

i Set the external flash mode to TTL, or set

the camera’s exposure mode to “S”, “A” or

“M”.

(blinking) (blinking)

Batteries have no remaining charge. Turn the power off and replace batteries

with new ones.

Attach CPU lens (except IX-Nikkor). With a

non-CPU lens, set the exposure mode to

“M” and set the aperture with lens’ aperture

ring.

—

Non-CPU lens is attached or lens is

not attached.

(blinking)

Focus manually.Autofocus is not possible.

—

(blinking)

i In “P” mode, use ND filter (If the warning

indication remains after performing above

remedies in “S” or “A” mode, use ND filter

as well).

i In “S” mode, select faster shutter speed.

i In “A” mode, select smaller aperture

(larger f-number).

Overexposure warning (subject is too

bright).

(lit)

i In “P” mode, use flash (If the warning

indication remains after performing above

remedies in “S” or “A” mode, use flash as

well).

i In “S” mode, select slower shutter speed.

i In “A” mode, select larger aperture

(smaller f-number).

Underexposure warning (subject is

too dark.).

(lit)

When the subject is too bright, use ND filter

and when the subject is too dark, use flash.

The electronic analog exposure display

remains blinking when the flash is used.

Subject brightness is beyond

camera’s exposure range.

—

Electronic

analog

exposure

display

(blinking)

Release the shutter as it is to take a flash

picture (Shutter speed automatically shifts

to 1/180 sec.).

Shutter speed faster than sync speed

is selected in “S” or “M” mode.

Shutter

speed

indication

(blinking)

(lit)

Cancel the “

™

” or select “M” mode.Shutter speed is set to “

™

” in

“S” mode.

(blinking)

Shoot again after confirming focus distance,

aperture or flash shooting distance range.

Flash has fired at full output and

underexposure may have occurred.

—

(blinking)

Warning Displays

eThe table below lists the warning messages displayed on the

top display panel or in the viewfinder.

Turn the camera off and replace the

batteries. Then turn the camera back on

and try again.

—

The batteries are low on charge or

flat.

(lit)

RemedyExplanation

LCD monitor

Warning Displayed

The camera is not connected to PC

or printer.

i Check that the USB cable is connected

correctly.

i Check that your printer is turned on.

Displayed for PictBridge.

This message appears when printing is

performed from a FUJIFILM printer that

supports PictBridge. Refer to the Owner’s

Manual for the printer for details.

An attempt was made to use DPOF

printing for a RAW image file.

DPOF printing cannot be used with RAW

image files.

An attempt was made to trim a 1M

image or an image shot using the

RAW setting.

The image cannot be trimmed.

i An attempt was made to trim an

image shot using a camera other

than FinePix S3 Pro.

i The image is damaged.

The image cannot be trimmed.

Prints were specified for 1000 or

more frames in the DPOF frame

settings.

The maximum number of frames for which

prints can be specified on the same

media

is 999.

Copy the images for which you want to

order prints onto another media and then

specify the DPOF settings.

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Warning Displays

eThe table below lists the warning that are displayed on the

LCD monitor.

Warning Displayed

LCD monitor

Explanation Remedy

(lit)

The batteries are flat. Replace the batteries.

(blinking)

The batteries are low on charge. Have replacement batteries ready.

Warning Displayed

Rear display panel

Explanation Remedy

eThe table below lists the warnings that are displayed on the rear display panel.

No media is inserted.

Insert a media.

i The media is not formatted.

i The media contact area is soiled.

i Camera fault.

i Format the media on the camera.

i Wipe the contact area on the media with

a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to

format the media. If the message still

appears, replace the media.

i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

The media is full. Erase some images or use a media that

has ample free space.

i The played back file was not

recorded correctly.

i The media contact area is soiled.

i Camera fault.

i Images cannot be played back.

i Wipe the contact area on the media with

a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to

format the media. If the message still

appears, replace the media.

i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

The frame number has reached

999–9999.

1 Insert a formatted media into the

camera.

2 Set “RENEW” as the FRAME NO.

setting in the “SET-UP” menu.

3 Start taking pictures (The frame

numbers start from “100-0001”).

4 Set “CONT.” as the FRAME NO.

setting in the “SET-UP” menu.

i The data could not be recorded due

to a media error or a connection

error between the media and

camera.

i The image cannot be recorded as it

is too large to fit in the available

space on the media.

i Re-insert the media or turn the camera

off and then on again. If the message

still appears, contact your FUJIFILM

dealer.

i Use a new media.

A protected file was encountered. Protected files cannot be erased. Remove

the protection.

i The media contact area is soiled.

i The media is damaged.

i The media format is incorrect.

i Camera fault.

i Wipe the contact area on the media with

a soft dry cloth. It may be necessary to

format the media. If the message still

appears, replace the media.

i Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

Displayed for PictBridge.

i Check that the printer is not out of paper

or out of ink.

i Turn the printer off briefly and then turn

it back on.

i Refer to the user manual supplied with

your printer.

Displayed for PictBridge.

Check that the printer is not out of paper

or out of ink. Printing automatically

restarts when the error is cleared. If the

message still appears after checking,

press the “MENU/OK” button to restart

printing.

Displayed for PictBridge.

i Refer to the user manual for the printer

being used and check whether the

printer supports the JFIF-JPEG or Exif-

JPEG image format. If not, the printer

cannot print the images.

i Was the image data photographed

using FinePix S3 Pro?

You may not be able to print some

images photographed on other

cameras.

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I cannot format the xD-

Picture Card or

CF/Microdrive.

I cannot erase all the

frames.

Nothing happens when I

use the camera

switches and dials.

No image appears on

the color LCD monitor

when I press the “PLAY”

button.

There is no image on

the TV screen.

Film simulation mode

cannot be selected.

Can’t print with

PictBridge.

The camera was

connected to PC when

the USB mode was set

to “

”.

Use a new media.

Remove the frame protection.

i Remove the power supply (the

batteries) and then reload them and try

again.

i Fit new batteries.

Insert a media that contains some

photography data.

i Connect the camera and TV correctly.

i Set the TV input to “VIDEO”.

Set “D-RANGE” to “WIDE” and select the

sRGB color space.

Select “

” in USB mode in the SET-UP

menu.

Perform steps

to remove the

camera from PC.

h Windows

The “New Hardware Found” wizard (or

“Scanner and Camera” wizard)

appears. If the wizard does not appear,

proceed to step

Click the [Cancel] button.

Disconnect the camera from the PC.

h Macintosh

The window for locating the driver

appears. If the window does not

appear, proceed to step

Click the [Cancel] button.

Disconnect the camera from the

Macintosh.

Troubleshooting Possible causes Solutions

The media is damaged.

The frame is protected.

i Camera malfunction.

i The batteries are flat.

i There is no media loaded.

i There is no photography data recorded

on the media.

i The camera and TV are not connected

correctly.

i “TV” is selected as the TV input.

“D-RANGE” is set to “STANDARD” and

AdobeRGB is selected as the color space.

“

” is not selected in USB mode in the

SET-UP menu.

Troubleshooting eIf you think the camera is faulty, check the following once more.

The camera won’t turn

on.

Power cuts out during

operation.

Batteries run out

quickly.

No photograph is taken

when the shutter button

is pressed.

I can’t use the flash to

take pictures.

The playback image is

too dark even though I

used the flash.

The playback image is

blurred.

i Load fully charged batteries.

i Reload the batteries correctly.

i Reconnect the adapter correctly and

plug the adapter plug into the mains

power outlet.

Load fully charged batteries.

i Put the batteries in your pocket or

another warm place to heat them and

then load them into the camera just

before you take a picture. Note that

alkaline batteries cannot be used at very

low temperatures.

i Remove the batteries from the camera

and wipe the battery terminals with a

clean, dry cloth before reloading the

batteries.

i Wipe the battery terminals with a clean,

dry cloth before charging.

i Due to their nature, the batteries may

not be fully charged. Charge and use

the batteries several times to restore

them to normal operation.

i Load new fully charged batteries.

i Use the rechargeable battery

discharging function to restore the

rechargeable batteries to full capacity.

i Use AF lock to set the focus and check

that the focus indicator “●” is lit before

taking the shot.

i Load a media.

i Load a new media or erase some

frames.

i Format the media.

i Clean the xD-Picture card contact

surface (the gold-colored area) with a

clean dry cloth.

i Load a new media.

i Turn the camera on.

i Load fully charged batteries.

i Set the focusing mode to manual (M),

focus on the subject manually and take

the picture.

i Refer to the warning displays on P.132-

135 and take the appropriate action.

i The flash pops up.

i Wait until charging is completed before

pressing the shutter button.

i Move closer to the subject.

i Hold the camera correctly.

i Remove the lens hood.

i Clean the lens.

i Focus the camera correctly (➡P.34).

i Take the picture with a slightly larger

aperture.

Troubleshooting Possible causes Solutions

i The batteries are exhausted.

i The batteries are loaded the wrong way

round.

i The AC power adapter is not connected

correctly.

The batteries are exhausted.

i You are using the camera in extremely

cold conditions.

i The battery terminals are soiled.

i The battery terminals were soiled when

the batteries were charged.

i The batteries were charged after having

not been used for a long period.

i The rechargeable batteries have

reached the end of their operating lives.

i The rechargeable batteries (if used)

have become deactivated, or the battery

capacity has diminished due to the

memory effect.

i The focus is not set in AF-S mode

(focus indicator “●” not lit).

i No media is loaded.

i The media is full and no further data can

be recorded.

i The media is not formatted.

i The xD-Picture card contact surface

(the gold-colored area) is soiled.

i The media is damaged.

i The Auto Power Off function has turned

the camera off.

i The batteries are flat.

i The camera will not focus.

i An error occurred.

i The flash is set to Suppressed Flash

mode. (The flash is closed.)

i You pressed the shutter button while the

flash was charging.

i The subject is too far away.

i Your finger was covering the flash.

i Something is obstructing the flash.

i The lens is dirty.

i The camera is not focused.

i The aperture is too small.

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Input/Output Terminals

Video output NTSC/PAL selectable

Digtal Interface USB 2.0 (High-speed), IEEE 1394

DC input Socket for specified AC Power adapter AC-5VX (sold separately)

Power Supply and Others

Power supply Use one of the following:

4× AA-size Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) batteries

AC Power Adapter AC-5VX (sold separately)

Dimensions and weight Camera body dimensions: 147.8 mm × 135.3 mm × 78.5 mm/5.8 in. × 5.3 in. ×

(W × H × D)

3.1 in. (excluding lens and attachments)

Camera body weight: 815 g/28.7 oz (excluding lens, batteries and recording media)

Weight when shooting: Dependent on the lens used

Operating conditions Temperature: 0°C to +40°C. (+32°F to +104°F)

✽

Note that the range for Microdrive is +5°C to +40°C (+41°F to +104°F).

Humidity: 80% or less (no condensation)

Guide to the number of

available frames for battery

operation

Accessories See P.8

Optional accessories See P.122-123

■ Standard Number of Available Shots per Media

The number of available shots varies slightly depending on the type of subject. Also, the discrepancy between the actual

number of available shots and the standard number grows as the capacity of the media increases.

For CCD-RAW files, “

” is displayed as the resolution.

✽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.).

Quality Mode

Image File Size

DPC-16 (16 MB)

DPC-32 (32 MB)

DPC-64 (64 MB)

DPC-128 (128 MB)

FINE

Number of recorded

pixels

4256 × 2848

1440 × 960

3024 × 2016

2304 × 1536

DPC-256 (256 MB)

DPC-512 (512 MB)

Approx.

4.7 MB

107

NORMAL

Approx.

2.4 MB

107

214

FINE

Approx.

3.0 MB

170

NORMAL

Approx.

1.5 MB

169

339

FINE

Approx.

1.7 MB

146

292

NORMAL

Approx.

880 KB

144

290

580

FINE

Approx.

1 MB

122

245

491

NORMAL

Approx.

520 KB

120

241

484

967

Microdrive (340 MB)

73 146 116 232 200 396 338 671

Microdrive (1 GB)

220 437

D-RANGE

WIDE

HIGH

CCD-RAW

Approx.

25 MB

10 19

20 39

13 27

41 81

D-RANGE

STANDARD

Approx.

13 MB

349 698 597 1173 995 1932

According to the CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standard procedure for measuring

digital still camera battery consumption (extract):

When using Ni-MH batteries, use the batteries supplied with the camera. The storage media should

be xD-Picture Card.

Shots taken at 23°C, one shot every 30 seconds using a 50mm AF1.4D lens with 1-time AF

operation, full flash for every other shot, the camera turned off/on every 10 shots and auxiliary AF

lighting turned off.

h Note:

Because the number of available shots varies depending on the level of charge in Ni-MH batteries,

the figures shown here for the number of available shots using batteries are not guaranteed.

The number of available shots will also decline at low temperatures.

Ni-MH batteries 2300 mAh Approx. 400 frames

Battery Type With LCD monitor ON

Specifications

System

Model Digital camera FinePix S3 Pro

Effective pixels 12.34 million (S-pixel: 6.17 million, R-pixel: 6.17 million) pixels

CCD

Large-format (23.0

15.5 mm) Super CCD SR

with primary color filter

Total 12.9 megapixels (S-pixels: 6.45 million; R-pixels: 6.45 million)

Storage media xD-Picture Card (16/32/64/128/256/512 MB)

CF card and Microdrive TM (FAT32-compatible) (Compatibility is listed on

Fujifilm website: http://home.fujifilm.com/products/digital/)

File format DCF-compliant

Compressed: Exif Ver.2.21 JPEG, DPOF-compatible

Uncompressed: CCD-R

AW (RAF)

✽1

Max. recording resolution

4256

2848 (12.1

million

)

Number of recorded pixels

4256

2848 pixels/3024

2016 pixels/2304

1536 pixels/1440

960 pixels

Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts)

Focal length Approx. 1.5× the nominal focal length of the lens (35mm camera equivalent)

Sensitivity ISO 100/160/200/400/800/16

✽2

Metering modes TTL open metering/3D 10-zone Matrix, Center-weighted, Spot

Exposure control Program AE, Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE, Manual exposure

Exposure compensation –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV 1/2 EV step

Shutter Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter

Shutter speeds 30 to 1/4000 sec, Bulb X contact: Max. 1/180 s

ec.

✽3

Continuous shooting

✽4

Max. 2.5 frames/sec.: Up to max. 12 frames. (D-range: Standard; JPEG mode)

Up to max. 7 frames. (D-range: Standard; RAW mode)

Max. 1 frame/sec.: Up to max. 6 frames. (D-range: Wide; JPEG mode)

Max. 1.4 frames/sec.: Up to max. 3 frames. (D-range: Wide; RAW mode)

Auto bracketing ±0.5 EV, ±1.0 EV, ±1.5 EV, ±2.0 EV,

Focus Mode: Single-AF servo, Continuous AF servo, Manual

AF system: TTL phase difference detection with auxiliary AF flash

AF frame selection: Single-area AF, Dynamic AF (Dynamic AF Mode with

Closest Subject Priority is available)

White balance Automatic scene recognition/Preset (Fine, Shade, Fluorescent (Daylight),

Fluorescent (Warm White), Fluorescent (Cool White), Incandescent, Custom (2

settings)

Self-timer 20 sec./10 sec./5 sec./2 sec.

Flash Manual pop-up, D-3D Multi-BL flash control, D Multi-BL flash control, Standard

D-TTL flash control

Guide No.: 12 (ISO 100-m); Sync. shutter speed: 1/180 sec. or slower

Flash modes Front Synchro, Slow Synchro, Rear synchro, Red-eye Reduction and Red-eye

Reduction Slow Synchro, suppressed flash

Accessory shoe Standard ISO-type with hot-shoe contact (Safty lock provided)

Synchro contacts X contacts only, synchronizing speed: 1/180 sec. or slower

Synchro terminal Equipped with ISO 519 synchro terminal as standard, lock screw provided

Viewfinder Eye-level pentaprism (coverage: Approx. 93% vertical, approx. 95% horizontal),

dioptric adjustment mechanism, viewfinder magnification approx. 0.8×)

LCD monitor 2.0-inch 235,000-pixels low-temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD panel

(approx. 100% coverage for playback)

Remote release Release socket built into the shutter release button

10-pin remote release terminal provided on camera body front

Photography functions Color space selection, dynamic range selection, film simulation mode selection,

framing guideline, frame no. memory, multiple exposure shooting

✽4

, shutter

button for vertical shooting, live image

Playback functions Trimming, Auto Play, multi-frame playback, histogram display, brightness

warning display

Other functions PictBridge compatibility, Exif Print compatibility, PRINT Image Matching

compatibility, language selection (Japanese, English, French, German, Spanish,

Italian, Chinese), discharging function

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Safety Notes

h Make sure that you use your FinePix S3 Pro camera

correctly, read these Safety Notes and your Owner’s

Manual carefully beforehand.

h After reading these Safety Notes, store them in a

safe place.

About the Icons

The icons shown below are used in this document to

indicate the severity of the injury or damage that can

result if the information indicated by the icon is ignored

and the product is used incorrectly as a result.

WARNING

This icon indicates that death

or serious injury can result if

the information is ignored.

CAUTION

This icon indicates that

personal injury or material

damage can result if the

information is ignored.

The icons shown below are used to indicate the nature

of the information which is to be observed.

Triangular icons tell you that this

information requires attention (“important”).

Circular icons with a diagonal bar tell you

that the action indicated is prohibited

(“Prohibited”).

Filled circles with an exclamation mark tell

you an action that must be performed

(“Required”).

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.

Never attempt to change or take

apart the camera. (Never open the

casing.)

Do not use the camera when it has

been dropped or the casing is

damaged.

This can cause a fire or electric shock.

h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer.

Do not change, heat or unduly twist

or pull the connection cord and do

not place heavy objects on the

connection cord.

These actions could damage the cord

and cause a fire or electric shock.

h If the cord is damaged, contact your

FUJIFILM dealer.

Do not place the camera on an

unstable surface.

This can cause the camera to fall or tip

over and cause injury.

Never attempt to take pictures while

in motion.

Do not use the camera while you are

walking or driving a vehicle.

This can result in you falling down or

being involved in a traffic accident.

Do not touch any metal parts of the

camera during a thunderstorm.

This can cause an electric shock due to

induced current from the lightning

discharge.

Do not use the batteries except as

specified.

Load the batteries with the ≠ and –

marks.

WARNING

Unplug from

power socket.

Do not use in the

bathroom or shower.

Do not

disassemble.

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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.

CCD-RAW

This is the image data prior to signal processing (the reconstruction of the data read in from the

CCD as an image). Because the signal processing is performed on the computer, high levels of

control are possible.

✽ To reconstruct images, FinePixViewer (on the enclosed CD-ROM) or the Hyper Utility (optional)

must be installed on your computer.

Color space

Refers to the range of colors, expressed as two-dimensional or three-dimensional numerical values,

that can be reproduced by devices such as cameras, monitors and printers. The sRGB and

AdobeRGB color spaces are each shown as an xy color chart (a coordinate color space in which

colors are represented in two dimensions with no brightness value). The range of colors that can be

expressed by a particular color space is indicated by a triangle imposed on the xy color chart.

Colors become brighter as they approach the outer edge of the xy color chart. This color

representation method is capable of showing all the actual colors.

Color Temperature

Low-temperature light sources, such as a candle flame, are strongly red, while high-temperature

light sources, such as a gas burner flame, are strongly blue. The color of the light for these

temperatures is expressed as a color temperature (K = Kelvin). The light of the sun at midday in a

completely clear sky is taken to be 5500K.

A number that denotes Exposure Value. 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 Photographic Experts Group

A file format used for compressing and saving color images. The higher the compression rate, the

greater the loss of quality in the decompressed (restored) image.

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.

Exif Print Format is a newly revised digital camera file format that contains a variety of shooting

information for optimal printing.

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CAUTION

Do not use this camera in locations

affected by oil fumes, steam,

humidity or dust.

This can cause a fire or electric shock.

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.

This can cause a fire.

Keep out of the reach of small

children.

This product could cause injury in the

hands of a child.

Do not place heavy objects on the

camera.

This can cause the heavy object to tip

over or fall and cause injury.

Do not move the camera while the

AC power adapter is still connected.

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.

Do not use the AC power adapter

when the plug is damaged or the

plug socket connection is loose.

This could cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not cover or wrap the camera or

the AC power adapter in a cloth or

blanket.

This can cause heat to build up and

distort the casing or cause a fire.

When you are cleaning the camera

or you do not plan to use the camera

for an extended period, remove the

batteries and disconnect and unplug

the AC power adapter.

Failure to do so can cause a fire or

electric shock.

When charging ends, unplug the

charger from the power socket.

Leaving the charger plugged into the

power socket can cause a fire.

Using a flash too close to a person’s

may temporarily affect the eyesight.

Take particular care when taking

pictures of children.

When an xD-Picture Card is

removed, the card could come out of

the slot too quickly. Use your finger

to hold it and gently release the card.

Request regular internal testing and

cleaning for your camera.

Build-up of dust in your camera can

cause a fire or electric shock.

h Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to

request internal cleaning every 2 years.

Please note this is not a free of charge

service.

Do not heat, change or take apart the

batteries.

Do not drop or subject the batteries

to impacts.

Do not attempt to recharge lithium or

alkaline batteries.

Do not store the batteries with

metallic products.

Do not use chargers other than the

specified model to charge the

batteries.

Any of these actions can cause the

batteries to burst or leak and cause fire

or injury as a result.

Use only the batteries or AC power

adapters specified for use with this

camera.

Do not use voltages other than the

power supply voltage shown.

The use of other power sources can

cause a fire.

If the battery leaks and fluid gets in

contact with your eyes, skin or

clothing. Flush the affected area with

clean water and seek medical

attention or call emergency number

right away.

Do not use the charger to charge

batteries other than those specified

here.

The charger is designed for Fujifilm HR-

AA Ni-MH batteries. Using the charger

to charge conventional batteries or

other types of rechargeable batteries

can cause the battery to leak fluid,

overheat or burst.

When discarding or storing batteries,

cover the battery terminals with

insulation tape.

h Contact with other metallic objects or

batteries could cause the batteries to

ignite or burst.

Keep xD-Picture Cards out of the

reach of small children.

Because xD-Picture Cards are small,

they can be swallowed by children. Be

sure to store xD-Picture Cards out of

the reach of small children. If a child

swallows an xD-Picture Card, seek

medical attention or call emergency

number.

WARNING

Safety Notes

Printed in Japan FGS

406110

Printed on recycled paper.

30, Nishiazabu 2

chome, Minato

ku, Tokyo 106

8620, Japan

http://home.fujifilm.com/products/digital/

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