FujiFilm FinePix30i manual Contents

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Contents

Warning

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Preface

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Camera Features and Accessories

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Nomenclature

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1 Getting Ready

PREFACE

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Selecting the Language

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Attaching the Shoulder Strap

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CHARGING AND LOADING THE BATTERIES

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LOADING THE BATTERIES

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LOADING THE SmartMedia™

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REMOVING THE SmartMedia™

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OPENING/CLOSING THE LENS COVER

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SWITCHING ON AND OFF

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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

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USING THE OPTIONAL AC POWER ADAPTER

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2 Basic Photography

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STILL IMAGE MODE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAKING PICTURES (1AUTO MODE)

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Number of Available Shots

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FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTION

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5MACRO (CLOSE-UP) PHOTOGRAPHY

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DIGITAL ZOOM

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PLAYBACK MODE

YOUR IMAGES (PLAYBACK)

 

 

3VIEWING

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PLAYBACK ZOOM

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MULTI-FRAME PLAYBACK

 

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4 ERASING SINGLE FRAME

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3 Advanced Features Photography

ADVANCED FEATURES PHOTOGRAPHY

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Photography mode specifications

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STILL IMAGE MODE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SELECTING 1AUTO OR 2MANUAL

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PHOTOGRAPHY MENU

MENU OPERATION

 

 

PHOTOGRAPHY

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yFLASH

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AUTO Auto Flash Mode

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:Red-Eye Reduction

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yForced Flash

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uSuppressed Flash

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;Slow Synchro

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oSELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY

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.SOUND SYNC.

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7VOICE CAPTIONING

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aEV (EXPOSURE COMPENSATION)

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sWHITE BALANCE (SELECTING THE LIGHT SOURCE) ... 47

AUDIO/MOVIE MODE

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eMOVIE

 

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7AUDIO RECORDING

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4 Advanced Features Playback

ADVANCED FEATURES PLAYBACK

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Playback mode menu

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PLAYING BACK MOVIES

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PLAYING BACK VOICE CAPTIONS

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PLAYING BACK AUDIO RECORDINGS

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PLAYBACK MENU

gERASING SINGLE • ALL FRAMES/FORMATTING ... 60

gERASING MUSIC

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fHOW TO SPECIFY PRINT OPTIONS (DPOF) ... 64

fDPOF DATE SETTING

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fDPOF SET FRAME

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5 Music

PLAYING MUSIC

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CONNECTING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER

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SELECTING MUSIC MODE

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USING MUSIC

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6 Remote Controller

TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS USING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER ... 74 PLAYBACK USING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER ... 75 AUDIO RECORDING USING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER ... 76

7 Settings

SETTINGS/USING THE OPTION MENU

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List of settings

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djSETTING THE FILE SIZE AND QUALITY

 

(COMPRESSION RATIO)

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dLCD MONITOR BRIGHTNESS/VOLUME

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SET–UP

 

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SET–UP

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SET–UP menu options

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Using SET–UP

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POWER SAVE

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8 PC Connection

PC (PERSONAL COMPUTER) IN CONNECTION ... 83

The first time you connect the camera to your computer ... 83 DSC (Mass storage device) Mode ....................... 83

PC-CAM (camera) Mode

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CONNECTING AT DSC MODE

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CONNECTING AT PC-CAMERA MODE

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DISCONNECTING FROM THE PC

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(Important – always use this procedure.)

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System Expansion Options

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Accessories Guide

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Notes on Using Your Camera Correctly

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Notes on the Power Supply

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Applicable Batteries

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Notes on the Batteries

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Notes on Using the Enclosed Battery Charger ... 95

Specifications of the Enclosed Battery Charger BC-NHS ...96

Notes on Using the AC Power Adapter

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Notes on the SmartMedia™

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Warning Displays

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Troubleshooting

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Specifications

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Explanation of Terms

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Safety Notes

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EC Declaration of Conformity

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Contents Getting Ready Basic Photography Music Remote Controller Settings PC ConnectionFor customers in Canada For customers in the U.S.AContents Preface Camera Features and Accessories Camera FeaturesAccessories Nomenclature Power switchExample of LCD Monitor Text Display Playback NomenclatureSelecting the Language Attaching the Shoulder Strap Example of LCD Monitor Text Display Still imageCharging and Loading the Batteries Batteries that Can Be ChargedCharge lamp SmartMediasold separately Loading the BatteriesLoading the SmartMedia Compatible batteriesImages to a PC Switching on and OFFAuto Power Off function Removing the SmartMediaBlank Lit red Do ThisSetting the Date and Time Photography Still Image Mode Using the Optional AC Power AdapterAC power adapter optional Always use a Fujifilm AC Power Adapter AC-3V P.91ViewFinder Viewfinder lamp displayColor Status Meaning LCD monitor BeepNumber of available shots appears on LCD monitor Still Image Mode Framing Guideline FunctionNumber of Available Shots SceneZoom bar Still Image Mode iMACRO CLOSE-UP PhotographyZoom bar appears on the LCD monitor Digital zoom focal distance 35 mm camera equivalent91280 Zoom scales81600 ⋅ 1200 pixels Max ⋅ Images That Can be Viewed on the FinePix30iNormal playback Factory Shared menu Photography mode specificationsMode switch Photography mode Accessible menu settings Press d or c to display the image to be erasedAuto Settings iconsPhotography Menu yFLASH Auto Auto Flash ModeRed-Eye Reduction YForced FlashPhotography Menu yFLASH Photography MENUoSELF-TIMER PhotographyThis mode can be selected in the 1 still image mode USuppressed Flash Slow SynchroAvailable time using the battery Photography MENUoSELF-TIMER PhotographyPress the Back button HRecording format Wave P.109 PCM recording formatAudio file size Approx KB For a 30-second voice caption HTo finishPhotography Menu sWHITE Balance Selecting the Light Source Guide to using + positive compensationGuide to using negative compensation Photography Menu aEV Exposure CompensationHDigital zoom focal distance 35 mm camera equivalent AUDIO/MOVIE Mode eMOVIEMovie SmartMedia standard shooting timeStandard audio recording times for SmartMedia Available recording time using batteriesAudio Recording Recording format Wave P.109 PCM recording formatPlayback mode menu Remaining timeElapsed time Description Playing Back MoviesPlaying back movies Compatible movie filesControl Description Playing Back Voice CaptionsPlaying back voice captions Compatible voice caption filesPlaying back audio recordings 1Set the Mode switch to 2Use d or c to select a voice fileAvailable playback time using batteries Playing Back Audio RecordingsErase only the selected file Playback Menu gERASING Single ALL FRAMES/FORMATTINGPlayback Menu gERASING Music Erase just the selected music track1Press a or b to select Music Before you specify the Dpof settings Playback Menu fDPOF SET Frame To listen to music Selecting Music ModeSchematic diagram Remote controllerUsing Music Playing Back MusicExplanation Hold c Mode playback mode button Bass buttonText display Clip Hold switch Mode display Bass display Remote controller ExplanationPlayback Using the Remote Controller Zooms out digitally Zooms in digitally Releases the shutterPlay back the last frame Play back the next frame Audio Recording Using the Remote Controller Recording Audio filesPlaying Back Audio files Photography DjSETTING the File Size and Quality Compression RatioList of settings Quality compression ratioSET-UP menu options LCD Monitor BRIGHTNESS/VOLUMEUsing SET-UP SET-UP SET-UPSET-UP Power Save DSC Mass storage device ModePC-CAM camera Mode Connecting AT DSC Mode Camera Operation PC OperationUSB socket DC in 3Vsocket Windows XP Connecting AT PC-CAMERA ModeCamera Operation Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000Windows 98 or 98 SE Windows Me/2000 Professional/XPMacintosh System Expansion Options Accessories GuideAccessories Guide SM-R2 Image Memory Card ReaderDM-R1 Image Memory Card Reader Ni-MH batteries Disposing of BatteriesStoring Data SmartMedia with IDsSpecifications 100 101Explanation Remedy LCD Monitor Explanation RemedyRemedy TroubleshootingProblem 103Troubleshooting SpecificationsSpecifications 106107 109 Explanation of TermsSafety Notes 111About the Icons Do not use the audio or music functions while moving Safety Notes112 113114 EC Declaration of ConformityPrinted on recycled paper

FinePix30i specifications

The Fujifilm FinePix 30i is a compact digital camera that debuted at the turn of the millennium, designed to empower both amateur photographers and advanced users alike. This camera is recognized for its user-friendly interface, innovative features, and impressive image quality for its time.

One of the standout characteristics of the FinePix 30i is its 3.2-megapixel sensor, which allows for high-resolution image capture. This megapixel count offered substantial detail for users, making it a popular choice among those who desired prints or digital images without compromising on quality.

The FinePix 30i is equipped with a 3x optical zoom lens that enhances versatility, enabling users to capture wide-angle shots as well as close-ups with impressive clarity. This lens, combined with the camera's digital zoom capability, offers a broader range for creative photography.

Fujifilm's commitment to innovative technology is showcased in the FinePix 30i through its unique Super CCD sensor. This technology enhances light sensitivity and offers improved dynamic range, helping to reduce noise in images and providing clearer pictures even in challenging lighting conditions.

Another noteworthy feature of the FinePix 30i is its digital image stabilization, which plays a pivotal role in achieving sharp images by compensating for shaky hands during shooting. This is particularly beneficial for low-light scenarios or when using the zoom, where the risk of motion blur is significantly increased.

The camera also includes a variety of shooting modes catering to different photographic conditions, such as night mode, portrait, landscape, and macro settings. This versatility allows photographers to select the most appropriate setting for their environment, ensuring optimal results.

In addition to its impressive imaging capabilities, the FinePix 30i features a straightforward LCD display, making it easy for users to compose shots, review images, and navigate through the camera's menu. This simplicity is paired with a robust build quality, giving users confidence in handling the camera in various situations.

Overall, the Fujifilm FinePix 30i represents a harmonious blend of innovative technology, user-friendly features, and exceptional image quality. It remains a favored choice among those seeking to explore the world of digital photography without the steep learning curve often associated with more complex models.