Metering Modes, Center-weighted Metering | FujiFilm FinePix S1

Metering Modes

■The FinePix S1 Pro normally uses multi-pattern exposure metering. However, when the exposure mode is set to Manual or the AE lock (☞ P.70) is used, exposure metering automatically switches to center- weighted metering.

Multi-pattern Metering and 3D 6-zone Multi-pattern Metering

In multi-pattern metering, the image is divided into 6 zones as shown in the figure above. Each of the 6 zones is measured independently and that information is then used to determine the optimum exposure. When a D-type AF lens is mounted on the camera, 3D 6-zone multi-pattern metering is used. In this mode, information on the maximum brightness in the image and the differences in brightness is also included, along with information on the distance from the lens to the subject, to give heightened metering precision. Except where the exposure mode is set to Manual or AE lock (☞ P.70), multi- pattern metering is used for all shots.

Center-weighted Metering

In center-weighted metering, emphasis is placed on the central area of the viewfinder (a circle roughly 12 mm in diameter) when the exposure is measured to determine the exposure setting. Consequently, this mode is best for shots where you want the area inside that 12 mm circle to be the exposure reference. When the exposure mode is set to Manual (☞ P.64) or AE lock (☞ P.70) is used, metering is automatically switched to this mode.

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FujiFilm FinePix S1 Metering Modes, Multi-pattern Metering and 3D 6-zone Multi-pattern Metering, Center-weighted Metering

Contents

Preference Basic Photography Setup Advanced Photography For customers in the U.S.A FCC Statement EC Declaration of Conformity For customers in Canada Contents Specifying a Custom WB Setting Setting the Image Size Number of PixelsFocus Lock Photography Shooting Using Exposure Modes Shooting Using 5-Vari Programs Contents Reference Preparatory Trial Shots Preface Features Camera Features and AccessoriesAccessories Camera Body Cap Nomenclature AE lock button P.70 Command dial Nomenclature Display during photography Rear Display Panel Screens Liquid crystal in the display panels and viewfinder display Top Display Panel Viewfinder Display Pass the end of the shoulder strap through the strap Attaching the Shoulder StrapMount on the camera body Pass the end of the strap through the fastener a On the lithium battery compartment cover Loading the Camera BatteriesLoading the Lithium Batteries Loading the AA Batteries Loading the Camera Batteries Firmly close the battery compartment cover Insert the battery adapter as shown in the figurePower socket 5V socket on the camera and plug the AC-5VH into Switch the camera off and mount the camera lens Mounting the Camera LensAperture ring To detach the lens from the camera body When the camera is stored with the lens detached To switch the camera on or off, set the power switch to Switching the Camera On and OffOn or OFF respectively. When you switch Camera on, the battery check icon I appears Setting the Date and Time Press the MENU/EXE button. The SET-UP menuAppears on the color LCD monitor Loading Media Switch the camera OFF, open the slot coverInsert the media. Load a Microdrive or a CompactFlash Close the slot cover Switch the camera OFF and open the slot cover Removing MediaEject the media Exposure Modes on the FinePix S1 Pro Symbol Name Features and Typical Uses Setting the Exposure Mode Dial Set the focus mode selector switch to AF autoFocus Holding the Camera and Focusing Hold the camera correctlyCamera shake and shutter speed Halfway to set the focus Compose your shot and press the shutter button Releasing the Shutter Check that the focus indicator is lit and then gentlyPress the shutter button halfway and check Press the shutter button fully Playing Back Photographed Images Playing Back Photographed Images Press the Play button to display the recorded image Multi-frame PlaybackOn the color LCD monitor Press the MENU/EXE button to display the menu Press a or b on the 4-direction button to select Multi or 9-MULTIPress the MENU/EXE button to begin multi-frame Erasing Single Recorded Images When you press function button 2, the image isDisplayed on the rear display panel for erase Confirmation Plug the pin-plug end of the video cable into the video Input socket on the TV and switch on the cameraTV. You can then take pictures and play back Images in the usual way Focus and Depth of Field Background a Brief Guide Focusing and Exposure Setting Display Factory Description Default Setup Functions Preview OFF Rear Display Panel Setting the White Balance Press the Func buttonRear display panel. Press function button Light source for the shot is the sun Display Name Description Icon for the ISO sensitivity setting appears on Rear Display Panel Setting the Sensitivity Icon for the quality setting appears on Rear Display Panel Setting the Image Quality Function button Setting appears on the rear display panel. Press Icon for the color setting appears on the rear Press the Func button twiceDisplay panel. Press function button Hard Icon for the tone setting appears on the rear Icon for the sharpness setting appears on Rear Display Panel Setting the Sharpness Rear Display Panel Setting Multi-exposure Icon for the multi-exposure setting appearsOn the rear display panel. Press function button When you have selected the setting, select END Button to select the Preview settingPreview and then use d or c on the 4-direction Press the MENU/EXE button White paper, that occupies an area larger than SET-UP Menu Part 1 Specifying a Custom WB Setting Mode and then press d or c on the 4-direction Hi ModeButton to select the Hi Mode setting Press a or b on the 4-direction button to select Hi SET-UP Menu Part 1 Self TIMER/AUTO Power OFF Frame No. and then press d or c on Direction button to select the frame number memoryUsed Direction button to select the PC Mode setting PC Mode and then press d or c onButton to select the beep setting Beep and then press d or c on the 4-direction Language Camera Reset Reset /Camera ResetHold down the exposure compensation button h Aperture button g for 2 or more seconds Focusing Modes When the Focusing Mode is Set to AF auto focusAuxiliary AF Light When M manual focus is Selected Focusing ModesContinuous use of the auxiliary AF light Nikon flash units and active auxiliary flash Focus Lock Photography Set the exposure mode dial to z Shooting Using Exposure ModesCheck that the focus indicator is lit and take Auto Program Shift Programmed Auto Shooting Using Exposure Modes Speed on the command dial 1/2000 to 30 secShutter-priority Auto Aperture-priority Auto Setting narrowest aperture to widest aperture on Manual Set the shutter speed and aperture setting while Exposure Indicator Shooting Using 5-Vari Programs Points to note when using 5-vari programsVari Programs Portrait mode Vari Program Types and Features Sport mode continuous shooting Shooting Using 5-Vari Programs Center-weighted Metering Metering ModesMulti-pattern Metering and 3D 6-zone Multi-pattern Metering AE Lock Photography Position your subject in the center of the image, holdShutter button halfway and press the AE-L AE Exposure Compensation Set the amount of compensation on the command dialCompose the picture, focus and shoot 320 400 Press the self-timer button !. The ! icon appears Self-timer PhotographyOn the top display panel Compose the shot, focus and then press the shutter Points to watch when sliding the diopter adjustment knob Diopter Adjustment Function/Eyepiece Cap Flash Photography Built-in Flash and TTL-BL Flash ControlFlash Control Range Effective Flash range Red-eye reduction mode Synchro Mode Types and Features Aperture setting Set the exposure mode and check the shutter speedExposure Mode Valid Shutter Speeds Valid Apertures Ref. Flash Photography Stay within the flash control range P.74 Check that the Ready icon j is displayedFlash Intensity Lenses that Can Be Used with the Built-in Flash Nikon Flash Units that Can Be Used Selected Sensitivity ISO 320 400 Combining Modes Shooting and Recording Previews Preview SetupTake a picture in the normal way Press function button 1 or press the MENU/EXE Standard Chart Display Display the preview image P.49 Histogram DisplayPress function button 3 to select the histogram you Want to view Multi-exposure Multi-exposure SetupTo record the overlaid images, press function button Or press the MENU/EXE button Function Description Playback FunctionsPage Erase ALL or Format procedure ends Press the MENU/EXE button and then select YES toExecute Erase ALL or Format Protection Settings On the rear display panel, check the media type Protecting and Unprotecting All ImagesContaining the images for which protection is to be set Or removed ALL if you want to protect the images or Protection SettingsCheck the confirmation message and then press ALL is selected Dpof file Dpof Settings Setting or Cancelling Date/Time Imprinting Dpof SettingsPress the Play button and then the MENU/EXE Button to display the menu Specifying Dpof Settings for Single Frame Either Date on or Date OFF. The selected settingYou want to specify the Dpof settings Press function button Press d or c on the 4-direction button to select Press function button 1 or 3 to specify the number Settings screen appears. Press a on the 4-directionPrints for the image Press a on the 4-direction button. The trimming Press function button REVIEW/CANCEL Which you want to store Dpof information Setting Dpof Settings for All the Images SET ALL Check the number of stored Dpof prints and then Which you want to cancel the Dpof information Cancelling Dpof Settings for All Frames Cancel ALL Check the number of prints for which Dpof settings Are to be canceled and then press the MENU/EXE100 Auto Play Settings Auto Play Automatic Playback101 Auto Play time setting and then press d or c to set Auto Play Automatic Playback102 Adjusting the Color LCD Monitor Brightness Brightness menu103 Press d or c on the 4-direction button to adjust Adjusting the Color LCD Monitor BrightnessPress the MENU/EXE button to confirm the setting Brightness System Expansion Options 105Reference 106 Lenses that Can Be Used with this Camera 107 108 Optional Accessories Guide 109 Compatible OS Compatible SmartMedia FD-A1/A1S/A1NFD-A2 110 Explanation of Terms Using the USB Cable and Software Included Computer. When you switch on the computer, Using the USB Cable and Software IncludedPlug the small plug on the cable provided into Digital USB socket on the camera and then plug Places to Avoid 113 114 Cleaning the CCDDust inside the camera and on the surface of the CCD Preventing Soiling of the CCD 115 Hold down both the self-timer button ! and the AE Cleaning the CCDPoints to Note when Cleaning the CCD Use a blower to remove any soiling on the CCD surface Power Supply Notes Batteries that Can Be Used117 118 Power Supply Notes SmartMedia 119 120 SmartMedia Specifications 121 Problem Cause Solution 122 123 124 Troubleshooting 125 Specifications Specifications126 127 Batteries Uses and Symptoms When Batteries are Depleted SpecificationsUses Symptoms When Depleted Standard Number of Available Shots Recorded Images 129 Safety NotesDo not allow water or foreign objects to enter the camera Do not put the camera down on an unstable surface 130 Safety Notes 131 Regularly request internal inspections and cleaningDo not leave the camera in unusually hot locations Do not place heavy objects on the camera 26-30, Nishiazabu 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8620, Japan