Finepix s3pro owners manual

Then seek medical assistance. 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. Pass the end of the strap through the fastener A and B as shown in the figure.

Fastener B Fastener A Adjust the strap length. Lock the aperture ring. After purchasing the camera, first time when turning camera on, the date and time are cleared.

Without releasing the shutter button, press it down all the way fully pressed to take the shot. Move the camera slightly so that one of the subjects is in the AF frame. A zoom bar appears. The Release priority mode. The shutter will only release if the shutter will release even if the focus indicator 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.

You can use this technique to compose shots that cannot be obtained normally. 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.

This mode is useful when you want to be able to take pictures quickly and easily to take advantage of snapshot opportunities. 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. This allows the photographer to determine the exposure to suit the conditions and the desired effect while watching the in the viewfinder. The built-in flash for FinePix S3 Pro camera covers the field of view of a 20 mm lens.

This accessory shoe is equipped with SB or SB, use the SU-2 on the a safetylock which prevents accidental drop when a flash with a safety-lock pin i. Turn the camera on and set the camera to Photography mode. 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.

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Would you like to receive an email when new answers and questions are posted? Please enter your email address. Fujifilm finepix s3 pro Manual. Get this manual by email. Access lamp. Never open the slot cover while the camera is on. This could destroy the image data or damage the. Note the battery level carefully when shooting long-exposure images e. The camera displays no battery level icons when the AC adapter is used. Inserting the incorrect. If the media is oriented incorrectly, it will not go all the way into the slot.

Do not apply force when inserting an xD-. The Ni-MH batteries are not fully charged when purchased and must be fully charged before being used. 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.

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. Batteries with split or peeling outer casings. Combinations of different types of batteries or new and used batteries together. Carefully wipe the battery terminals with a soft dry cloth before loading. You are advised to check the detailed information provided on P. Align the battery ends with the terminals in the sequence shown in the figure and then slowly push them into the place.

Remove the batteries more easily by pushing the batteries upwards from the gap at the opposite end from the battery holder release catch. 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. 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. 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.

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.

Note the battery level carefully when shooting long-exposure images e. The camera displays no battery level icons when the AC adapter is used. If you leave the camera turned on without using it, this function automatically turns the camera off P. 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.

After purchasing the camera, first time when turning camera on, the date and time are cleared. The message also appears when the batteries have been removed and the camera has been left for a long period. If you do not set the date and time, this message will appear each time you turn the camera on. At the time of purchase and after leaving the camera for a. Refer to the table below for details of the settings. When you have finished the procedure, lock the 4- direction button to prevent accidental improper use.

The screens in this manual are shown in English. 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. Displays in the top and rear display panels can be confirmed in the dark with the LCD illuminator. Pressing the shutter button down halfway temporarily turns display panel illumination off.

CSM The illuminator can be set to come on when any button is pressed P. Allows you to select the exposure mode, the custom settings and the ISO setting,.

Used with the Main-command dial to select the exposure compensation value. Press this button down halfway to restore the camera to Photography mode. Press down fully to take a picture. Used with the Main-command dial to select the flash exposure compensation value. Used with the camera dials to select Auto Exposure Bracketing. Locks the exposure and focus while pressed.

Photography Basic. Make sure to turn the focus mode selector switch until it clicks into position. The selected focus area indicator appears on the top display. When shooting with the camera held vertically, see the section on vertical shooting P. Take care not to obscure the lens with your fingers or the shoulder strap.

If the subject is outside the focus area, either move the focus area or take the picture using the AF Lock function P. 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.

Press the shutter button on the top of the camera to restore power to the camera. 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. Focal length of the usable AF Nikkor lens is mm and the distance range of the AF-assist illuminator is approx.

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.

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

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.

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. Continue to hold the shutter button down halfway 4 AF lock. Move the camera back to the original image and then fully press down on the shutter. 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.

Then recompose the shot and take the picture. 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.

Release the AE lock. Clear playback or playback zooming may not be possible for still images shot on cameras other than the FinePix S3 Pro. Welcome to ManualMachine.