Fujifilm X100 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERAFINEPIX X100Owner’s ManualThank you for your purchase of this product. This manual describes how to use your FUJIFILM FinePix X100 digit

xTask Index Choosing a Drive ModeBurst photography... 37Bracketing ...

84The Setup Menu N N ISO AUTO CONTROL ISO AUTO CONTROLChoose whether the camera automatically adjusts sensitivity if optimal exposure can not be achie

85MenusThe Setup Menu C C AF ILLUMINATOR AF ILLUMINATOR((defaults to defaults to ON)ON)If ON is selected, the AF-assist illuminator will light to assi

86The Setup Menu z z FRAMING GUIDLINE FRAMING GUIDLINE((defaults to defaults to FF GRID 9) GRID 9)Choose the type of framing grid available in shootin

87MenusThe Setup Menunn SAVE ORG IMAGE SAVE ORG IMAGE((defaults to defaults to OFF)OFF)Choose ON to save unprocessed copies of pictures taken using B

88ConnectionsConnections Viewing Pictures on TV Viewing Pictures on TVTo show pictures to a group, connect the camera to a TV using an HDMI cable (ava

89ConnectionsPrinting Pictures via USBPrinting Pictures via USBIf the printer supports PictBridge, the camera can be connected directly to the printer

90Printing Pictures via USB R Pictures can be printed from internal memory or a memory card that has been formatted in the cam-era. R Page size, print

91ConnectionsPrinting Pictures via USB During Printing During PrintingThe message shown at right is displayed during printing. Press DISP/BACK to ca

92Printing Pictures via USB WITH DATE s/ WITHOUT DATETo modify the DPOF print order, select K PRINT ORDER (DPOF) in the playback menu and press the

93ConnectionsPrinting Pictures via USB RESET ALLTo cancel the current print order, select RESET ALL for K PRINT ORDER (DPOF). The con rmation shown

xi Caring for the Camera Caring for the CameraFor continued enjoyment of your camera, use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camera body after each use. D

94 Viewing Pictures on a Computer Viewing Pictures on a ComputerThe supplied software can be used to copy pictures to a computer, where they can be st

95ConnectionsViewing Pictures on a Computer 3 Exit any applications that may be running and insert the installer CD in a CD-ROM drive. Windows 7/Wind

96Viewing Pictures on a Computer Macintosh: Installing FinePixViewer Macintosh: Installing FinePixViewer 1 Con rm that the computer meets the followi

97ConnectionsViewing Pictures on a Computer 5 Mac OS X 10.5 or earlier: Open the “Applications” folder, start Image Capture, and select Preferences… f

98Viewing Pictures on a Computer Connecting the Camera Connecting the Camera 1 If the pictures you wish to copy are stored on a memory card, insert th

99ConnectionsViewing Pictures on a Computer Q If a memory card containing a large number of images is inserted, there may be a delay before the softwa

100Technical NotesTechnical Notes Optional Accessories Optional AccessoriesThe camera supports a wide range of accessories from FUJIFILM and other ma

101Technical NotesOptional Accessories 1 Remove the front ring. RRIf you have trouble re-If you have trouble re-moving the front ring, moving

102Optional Accessories Connecting the Camera to Other Devices Connecting the Camera to Other Devices* Available separately from FUJIFILM.† Available

103Technical NotesCaring for the CameraCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of the product, observe the following precautions.Storage an

xii Table of Contents Table of ContentsFor Your Safety ... iiIMPORTA

104Caring for the Camera Cleaning CleaningUse a blower to remove dust from the lens and monitor, then gently wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Any remainin

105TroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshooting Problems and Solutions Problems and SolutionsPower and BatteryProblemProblemSolutionSolutionThe camer

106Problems and SolutionsShootingProblemProblemSolutionSolutionNo picture is taken when No picture is taken when the shutter button is the shutter but

107TroubleshootingProblems and SolutionsProblemProblemSolutionSolutionThe  ash does not fully The  ash does not fully light the subject.light the su

108Problems and SolutionsConnections/MiscellaneousProblemProblemSolutionSolutionNo picture or sound.No picture or sound.• • The camera is not properly

109Troubleshooting Warning Messages and Displays Warning Messages and DisplaysThe following warnings appear in the display.WarningWarningDescriptionDe

110Warning Messages and DisplayWarningWarningDescriptionDescriptionPROTECTED CARDPROTECTED CARDThe memory card is locked. Unlock the card (The memory

111TroubleshootingWarning Messages and DisplayWarningWarningDescriptionDescription FRAME NO. FULL FRAME NO. FULLThe camera has run out of frame number

112Warning Messages and DisplayWarningWarningDescriptionDescriptionDPOF FILE ERRORDPOF FILE ERRORThe DPOF print order on the current memory card conta

113AppendixAppendixAppendix Glossary GlossaryDPOF (Digital Print Order Format): A standard that allows pictures to be printed from “print orders” stor

xiiiTable of ContentsMore on PhotographyMore on PhotographyN Using the Flash (Super-Intelligent Flash) ... 32F Macro Mode (Close

114 Internal Memory/Memory Card Capacity Internal Memory/Memory Card CapacityThe following table shows the recording time or number of pictures availa

115AppendixSpeci cationsSpeci cationsSystemModelModelFinePix X100 digital cameraFinePix X100 digital cameraE ective pixelsE ective pixels12.3 mill

116Speci cationsSystemShutter speed Shutter speed (combined (combined mechanical and electronic mechanical and electronic shutter)shutter)• • PP mode

117AppendixSpeci cationsInput/output terminalsHDMI outputHDMI outputHDMI mini connectorHDMI mini connectorDigital input/outputDigital input/outputUSB

118Speci cationsNP-95 rechargeable batteryNominal voltageNominal voltageDC 3.6 VDC 3.6 VNominal capacityNominal capacity1,800 mAh1,800 mAhOperating t

119AppendixSpeci cations NoticesNotices• Speci cations subject to change without notice; for the latest information, visit http://www.fujifilm.c

120 Restrictions on Camera Settings Restrictions on Camera SettingsThe options available in each shooting mode are listed below.OptionOptionPPSSAAMMrr

121AppendixRestrictions on Camera SettingsOptionOptionPPSSAAMMrrFFUU DYNAMIC DYNAMIC RANGERANGEAUTOAUTO✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔AA✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔BB✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔CC✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔PP

122Restrictions on Camera SettingsOptionOptionPPSSAAMMrrFFNN ISO AUTO ISO AUTO CONTROLCONTROLISO AUTO ISO AUTO CONTROLCONTROL✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔MAX. SENSITIVI

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xivTable of ContentsMenusMenusUsing the Menus: Shooting Mode ... 69Shooting Menu Options...

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xvTable of ContentsThe Setup Menu ...79Using the Setup Menu ...

xviTable of ContentsConnectionsConnectionsViewing Pictures on TV ... 88Printing Pictures

1Before You BeginBefore You BeginBefore You BeginSymbols and ConventionsSymbols and ConventionsThe following symbols are used in this manual: Q This i

2 Parts of the Camera Parts of the CameraFor more information, refer to the page listed to the right of each item. 1 Shutter button ...

3Before You BeginParts of the Camera 36 AF (autofocus) button ...50n (playback zoom out) button ...

ii For Your Safety For Your Safety• Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.•

4Parts of the Camera The Command Dial The Command DialRotate the command dial or press it up (q), right (w), down (e), or left (r) to highlight items

5Before You BeginParts of the Camera The Command Control The Command ControlPressing the command control left or right performs the same function as p

6Parts of the CameraCamera DisplaysCamera DisplaysThe following types of indicator may be displayed during shooting and playback. Indicators vary wit

7Before You BeginParts of the Camera Shooting: Electronic View nder0.1 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 3.0 5.0 10mF100P2000 F5.6 200 1 Manual focus indicato

8Parts of the Camera Playback: Electronic View nder/LCD Monitor100-0001100-000112 / 31 / 205012 / 31 / 20501/1000 F4.520010 : 00 AM10 : 00 AM2-1

9First StepsFirst StepsFirst Steps Attaching the Strap Attaching the StrapAttach the strap clips to the camera and then attach the strap. 1 Open a str

10Attaching the Strap 5 Insert the strap.Insert the strap through a protective cover and strap clip. 6 Fasten the strap.Fasten the strap as shown. Rep

11First Steps Charging the Battery Charging the BatteryThe battery is not charged at shipment. Charge the battery before use. 1 Place the battery in

12 Inserting the Battery and a Memory Card Inserting the Battery and a Memory CardAlthough the camera can store pictures in internal memory, optional

13First StepsInserting the Battery and a Memory Card 3 Insert the memory card.Holding the memory card in the orientation shown at right, slide it in

iiiFor Your SafetyServiceServiceServicing: Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dange

14Inserting the Battery and a Memory Card Removing the Battery and Memory Card Removing the Battery and Memory CardBefore removing the battery or

15First StepsInserting the Battery and a Memory Card Compatible Memory CardsFUJIFILM and SanDisk SD, SDHC, and SDXC mem-ory cards have been approve

16 Turning the Camera on and O Turning the Camera on and O Rotate the ON/OFF switch to ON to turn the camera on. Select OFF to turn the camera o

17First Steps Basic Setup Basic SetupA language-selection dialog is displayed the  rst time the camera is turned on. Set up the camera as described

18 Choosing a Display Choosing a DisplayThe camera is equipped with a hybrid optical/electronic view nder (OVF/EVF) and an LCD monitor (LCD). Press V

19First StepsChoosing a Display Using the Hybrid View nder Using the Hybrid View nderUse the view nder selector to choose between optical and ele

20 The The DISP/BACKDISP/BACK Button ButtonThe DISP/BACK button controls the display of indicators in the view nder and LCD monitor. Optical View

21First StepsThe DISP/BACK Buttion Electronic View nder/LCD Monitor: PlaybackIndicators displayed Indicators hidden Favorites Photo information100-

22 Choosing a Shutter Sound Choosing a Shutter SoundUse the e SHUTTER SOUND item in the setup menu to choose the sound made by the shutter. 1 Press ME

23First Steps Power Management Power ManagementThe setup menu contains the following power management options. For information on using the setup me

ivFor Your Safety WARNINGWARNINGIf the battery leaks and  uid gets in contact with your eyes, skin or clothing,  ush the a ected area with clean

24Taking PhotographsTaking Photographs Program AE (P) Program AE (P)To allow the camera to adjust both shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure

25Taking Photographs Shutter-Priority AE (S) Shutter-Priority AE (S)To adjust shutter speed manually while letting the camera select aperture for opti

26 Aperture-Priority AE (A) Aperture-Priority AE (A)To adjust aperture manually while letting the camera select shut-ter speed for optimal exposure, r

27Taking Photographs Manual Exposure (M) Manual Exposure (M)Exposure can be altered from the value suggested by the camera by rotating both the shutte

28 Shutter Speed and Aperture Shutter Speed and ApertureBecause the camera uses a lens-internal shutter, fast shutter speeds may not be available at l

29Taking Photographs Long Time-Exposures (T/B) Long Time-Exposures (T/B)Select a shutter speed of T (time) or B (bulb) for long time-exposures. R Us

30 Exposure Compensation Exposure CompensationRotate the exposure compensation dial to adjust exposure when photographing very bright, very dark, or

31Taking Photographs Focusing and Taking Pictures Focusing and Taking PicturesPress the shutter button halfway to focus and the rest of the way down t

32More on PhotographyMore on Photography N N Using the Flash (Super-Intelligent Flash) Using the Flash (Super-Intelligent Flash)When the  ash is used

33More on PhotographyN Using the Flash (Super-Intelligent Flash) R If p is displayed when the shutter button is pressed halfway, the  ash will  re w

vFor Your Safetyend of its service life and should be replaced. StoragePerformance may be impaired if the battery is left unused for extended period

34 F F Macro Mode (Close-ups) Macro Mode (Close-ups)To focus at distances as close as 10 cm/4 in., press the command dial left (F) and select F. If t

35More on Photography White Balance White BalanceFor natural colors, press the command dial down (WB) to display the following op-tions, then rotate

36White Balance hh: Custom White Balance: Custom White BalanceChoose h to adjust white balance for unusual lighting conditions. White balance measu

37More on Photography 1 Press the command dial up (DRIVE) to display drive options, then rotate the dial or press it up or down to highlight I (TOP (R

38 Bracketing BracketingAutomatically vary settings over a series of pictures. 1 Press the command dial up (DRIVE) to display drive options and rotate

39More on Photography Panoramas PanoramasFollow an on-screen guide to create a panorama. 1 Press the command dial up (DRIVE) to display drive options.

40Panoramas 5 Pan the camera in the direction shown by the arrow. Shooting ends automatically when the camera is panned to the end of the guides and

41More on PhotographyPanoramasThe size of the completed panorama varies with the angle and pan direction.AngleAnglePan directionPan directionSize (W ×

42 F F Recording High-De nition (HD) Movies Recording High-De nition (HD) Movies Record short high-de nition (1,280 × 720) movies at a frame rate o

43More on PhotographyF Recording High-De nition (HD) MoviesBefore RecordingBefore RecordingBefore recording, adjust aperture (P 26), white balance (P

viFor Your SafetyUsing the CameraDo not aim the camera at extremely bright light sources, such as the sun in a cloudless sky. Failure to observe this

44 h h Using the Self-Timer Using the Self-TimerUse the timer for self-portraits or to prevent blur caused by camera shake. 1 Press MENU/OK in shootin

45More on Photographyh Using the Self-Timer 4 Press the shutter button the rest of the way down to start the timer. The display in the monitor shows t

46 Focus/Exposure Lock Focus/Exposure LockTo compose photographs with o -center subjects: 1 Focus: Position the subject in the focus frame and press

47More on PhotographyFocus/Exposure Lock Autofocus AutofocusAlthough the camera boasts a high-precision autofocus system, it may be unable to focus

48 Focus Mode Focus ModeUse the focus mode selector to choose how the camera focuses.• AF-S (Single AF): Focus locks while the shutter button is pre

49More on PhotographyFocus Mode Manual Focus Manual FocusIf ON is selected for j FOCUS CHECK in the setup menu (P 85), pressing the center of the c

50 Focus Frame Selection Focus Frame SelectionWhen t AREA is selected for FF AF MODE in the shooting menu and AF-S is selected for focus mode, the el

51More on Photography Sensitivity Sensitivity“Sensitivity” refers to the camera’s sensitivity to light. Choose from values between L (100) (ISO 100)

52 Metering MeteringTo choose how the camera meters exposure, press the AE button and rotate the command dial (you can also select the metering method

53More on Photography The Fn Button The Fn ButtonThe role played by the Fn button can be selected using the F Fn BUTTON option in the setup menu (P 83

viiFor Your SafetyNOTICESTo prevent  re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.Please read the “Safety Notes” and make sure you

54 Film Simulation Film SimulationSimulate the e ects of di erent kinds of  lm, including black-and-white (with or without color  lters). 1 Press

55More on Photography Saving Settings Saving SettingsSave up to three sets of custom camera settings for commonly-encountered situations. Saved sett

56 The RAW Button The RAW ButtonPress the RAW button toggle RAW image quality on or o for a single shot. If a JPEG option is currently selected for

57More on Photography The ND Filter The ND FilterThe camera is equipped with a Neutral Density (ND)  lter that reduces exposure by the equivalent of

58Viewing PicturesViewing Pictures Viewing Pictures Full Frame Viewing Pictures Full FramePictures can be viewed in the electronic view nder or LCD m

59Viewing PicturesViewing Pictures Full Frame Photo Information Photo InformationPhoto information can be viewed by pressing the command con-trol rig

60Viewing Pictures Full Frame Multi-Frame Playback Multi-Frame PlaybackTo change the number of images displayed, press n when a picture is displayed

61Viewing Pictures Viewing Movies Viewing MoviesDuring playback, movies are displayed as shown at right. The following operations can be performed wh

62 Image Search Image SearchFollow the steps below to search for pictures. 1 Press MENU/OK during playback to display the playback menu. Press the c

63Viewing Pictures m m PhotoBook Assist PhotoBook AssistCreate books from your favorite photos. Creating a PhotoBook Creating a PhotoBook 1 Select NEW

viiiAbout This ManualAbout This ManualBefore using the camera, read this manual and the warnings in “For Your Safety” (P ii). For information on spec

64m PhotoBook AssistViewing PhotobooksViewing PhotobooksHighlight a book in the photobook assist menu and press MENU/OK to display the book, then pres

65Viewing PicturesViewing PanoramasViewing PanoramasIf you press the command dial down when a panorama is displayed full frame, the camera will play b

66Viewing Pictures Taken in a Single BurstViewing Pictures Taken in a Single BurstWhen a picture taken in continuous shooting mode is dis-played full

67Viewing Pictures x x Deleting Pictures Deleting PicturesThe A ERASE option in the playback menu can be used to delete individual pictures, multiple

68 Creating JPEG Copies of RAW Pictures Creating JPEG Copies of RAW PicturesRAW pictures store information on camera settings separately from the data

69MenusMenusMenusUsing the Menus: Shooting ModeUsing the Menus: Shooting ModeThe shooting menu is used to adjust settings for a wide range of shooting

70Using the Menus: Shooting Mode T T IMAGE QUALITY IMAGE QUALITY((defaults to defaults to FINE)FINE)Choose a  le format and compression ratio. Selec

71MenusUsing the Menus: Shooting Mode H H SHARPNESS SHARPNESS((defaults to defaults to STANDARD)STANDARD)Sharpen or soften outlines. r r HIGHLIGHT TON

72Using the Menus: Shooting Mode u u SELECT CUSTOM SETTING SELECT CUSTOM SETTINGRecall settings saved with K EDIT/SAVE CUSTOM SETTING. K K EDIT/SAVE C

73Menus Using the Menus: Playback Mode Using the Menus: Playback ModeTo display the playback menu, press MENU/OK in playback mode. Highlight items an

ix Task Index Task IndexFind items by task. Taking PhotographsThe optical view nder ... 6, 18Power m

74Using the Menus: Playback Mode j j MARK FOR UPLOAD TO MARK FOR UPLOAD TOSelect pictures for upload to YouTube or Facebook using MyFinePix Studio (Wi

75MenusUsing the Menus: Playback Mode I I SLIDE SHOW SLIDE SHOWView pictures in an automated slide show. Choose the type of show and press MENU/OK to

76Using the Menus: Playback Mode D D PROTECT PROTECTProtect pictures from accidental deletion. Highlight one of the following options and press MENU/O

77MenusUsing the Menus: Playback Modeee RESIZE RESIZECreate a cropped copy of the current picture. 1 Display the desired picture. 2 Select e RESIZE in

78Using the Menus: Playback Mode E E COPY COPYCopy pictures between internal memory and a memory card. 1 Highlight one of the following options and pr

79MenusThe Setup MenuThe Setup MenuUsing the Setup MenuUsing the Setup Menu 1 Display the setup menu.1.1 Press MENU/OK to display the menu for the cur

80The Setup MenuSetup Menu OptionsSetup Menu Options F F DATE/TIME DATE/TIMESet the camera clock (P 17).NN TIME DIFFERENCE TIME DIFFERENCE((defaults

81MenusThe Setup Menu K K FORMAT FORMATIf a memory card is inserted in the camera, this option will format the memory card. If no memory card is inser

82The Setup Menu B B FRAME NO. FRAME NO.((defaults to defaults to CONTINUOUS)CONTINUOUS)New pictures are stored in image  les named using a four-digi

83MenusThe Setup MenuJJ LCD BRIGHTNESS LCD BRIGHTNESS((defaults to defaults to 0)0)Control the brightness of the displays. M M AUTO POWER OFF AUTO PO