Fujifilm FinePix HS20EXR User Manual Page 1

DIGITAL CAMERAFINEPIX HS20EXROwner’s ManualThank you for your purchase of this product. This manual describes how to use your FUJIFILM FinePix HS20EX

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88Using the Menus: Playback ModeCC IMAGE ROTATE IMAGE ROTATE Rotate pictures taken in tall orientation so that they are displayed in tall orientation

89MenusUsing the Menus: Playback ModeFF VOICE MEMO VOICE MEMO Add a voice memo to the current photograph. Holding the camera at a distance of about 2

90Using the Menus: Playback ModeJJ DISP. ASPECT DISP. ASPECT Choose how High Definition (HD) devices display pictures with an aspect ratio of 4 : 3 (

91Menus 1 Display the setup menu.1.1 Press MENU/OK to display the menu for the current mode.1.2 Press the selector left to high-light a left tab.1.3

92The Setup MenuDefault values are shown in square brackets [ ].FF DATE/TIME DATE/TIME Set the camera clock (P 14).NN TIME DIFFERENCE [ TIME DIFFERE

93MenusThe Setup MenuRR RESET RESET Reset all settings except F DATE/TIME, N TIME DIFFERENCE, O BACKGROUND COLOR, and Q VIDEO SYSTEM to default valu

94The Setup MenuBB FRAME NO. [CONT.] FRAME NO. [CONT.]New pictures are stored in im-age files named using a four-digit file number assigned by addin

95MenusThe Setup MenuII PLAYBACK VOLUME [7] PLAYBACK VOLUME [7]Adjust the volume for movie and voice memo playback.JJ LCD BRIGHTNESS [0] LCD BRIGHT

96The Setup MenuBB RED EYE REMOVAL [ON] RED EYE REMOVAL [ON]Choose ON to remove red-eye effects caused by the flash when shooting with Intelligent F

97MenusThe Setup Menu1 Notes• To convert RAW files for display on a computer, use the supplied RAW File Converter software.• Press the RAW button to t

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98The Setup MenuSS CUSTOM RESET CUSTOM RESET Reset all settings for mode C. A confirmation dialog will be displayed, press the selector up or down t

99Technical NotesOptional AccessoriesThe camera supports a wide range of accessories from FUJIFILM and other manufacturers.FINEPIX HS20EXR Computer

100Optional AccessoriesAccessories from FUJIFILMAccessories from FUJIFILMThe following optional accessories are available from FUJIFILM. For the late

101Technical NotesCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of the product, observe the following precautions.Storage and UseStorage and UseI

102TroubleshootingTroubleshootingPower and BatteryProblemProblemPossible causePossible causeSolutionSolutionPagePagePower supplyThe camera does not tu

103TroubleshootingTroubleshootingMenus and DisplaysProblemProblemPossible causePossible causeSolutionSolutionPagePageMenus and displays are not in Eng

104TroubleshootingProblemProblemPossible causePossible causeSolutionSolutionPagePageIntelligentFaceDetectionFace detection not available.Intelligent F

105TroubleshootingTroubleshootingProblemProblemPossible causePossible causeSolutionSolutionPagePageProblem imagesPictures are blurred.The lens is dirt

106TroubleshootingPlaybackProblemProblemPossible causePossible causeSolutionSolutionPagePagePicturesPictures are grainy.The pictures were taken with a

107TroubleshootingTroubleshootingConnectionsProblemProblemPossible causePossible causeSolutionSolutionPagePageTVMonitor is off. The camera is connecte

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108TroubleshootingMiscellaneousProblemProblemPossible causePossible causeSolutionSolutionPagePageNothing happens when the shutter but-ton is pressed.T

109TroubleshootingWarning Messages and DisplaysThe following warnings are displayed in the monitor:WarningWarningDescriptionDescriptionSolutionSolutio

110Warning Messages and DisplaysWarningWarningDescriptionDescriptionSolutionSolutionBUSY The memory card is incorrectly formatted.Use the camera to fo

111TroubleshootingWarning Messages and DisplaysWarningWarningDescriptionDescriptionSolutionSolutionFRAME NO. FULLThe camera has run out of frame numbe

112Warning Messages and DisplaysWarningWarningDescriptionDescriptionSolutionSolutionb NO IMAGEThe source selected for E COPY contains no images.Select

113AppendixInternal Memory/Memory Card CapacityThe following table shows the recording time or number of pictures available at different image sizes.

114SpecificationsSystemModel Digital Camera FinePix HS20EXREffective pixels 16 millionImage sensor1/2 -in., EXR CMOS with primary color filterStorage

115AppendixSpecificationsSystemScene modesC (NATURAL & N), D (NATURAL LIGHT), L (PORTRAIT), Z (PORTRAIT ENHANCER), T (DOG), m (CAT), M (LANDSCAPE)

116SpecificationsSystemShooting options Dynamic range, Intelligent Face Detection with red-eye removal, framing guideline, frame number memory, film s

117AppendixSpecificationsPower supply/otherPower sources • AA alkaline batteries (×4)• AA lithium batteries (×4; available from third-party suppliers

1Before You BeginIntroductionSymbols and ConventionsSymbols and ConventionsThe following symbols are used in this manual: 3 Caution: This information

118SpecificationsColor Television SystemsNTSC (National Television System Committee) is a color television telecasting specification adopted mainly in

119Memo

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Restrictions on Camera SettingsShooting Mode and Camera SettingsShooting Mode and Camera SettingsThe options available in each shooting mode are liste

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2IntroductionParts of the CameraParts of the CameraFor more information, refer to the page listed to the right of each item. 8 d (exposure compensa

3Before You BeginIntroduction 32 WB (white balance) button ...43H (image search) button ...57 33 Elect

4Introduction The Electronic Viewfinder (EVF)The electronic viewfinder provides the same information as the monitor, and can be used when bright light

5Before You BeginIntroductionCamera DisplaysCamera DisplaysThe following indicators may appear during shooting and playback. The indicators displayed

6Introduction Battery LevelBattery level is shown as follows:IndicatorIndicatorDescriptionDescriptionNO ICON Batteries are partially discharged.B (red

First Steps7The Strap and Lens CapAttaching the StrapAttaching the StrapAttach the strap to the two strap eyelets as shown below.3 CautionTo avoid dro

ii• Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is oper-ated.• Retain Instructions: The safety

8Inserting the BatteriesThe camera takes four AA alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. A set of four alkaline bat-teries is supplied wi

First Steps9Inserting the Batteries 3 Close the battery-chamber cover.Close the battery-cham-ber cover and slide it in until the latch clicks into pl

10Inserting a Memory CardAlthough the camera can store pictures in internal memory, optional SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards (sold separately) can be u

First Steps11Inserting a Memory Card Inserting a Memory Card Inserting a Memory Card 1 Open the memory card slot cover.1 NoteBe sure the camera is

12Inserting a Memory Card3 Cautions• Do not turn the camera off or remove the memory card while the memory card is being formatted or data are being

First Steps13Turning the Camera on and OffRotate the ON/OFF switch to ON to turn the camera on.Select OFF to turn the camera off.b Tip: Switching to

14Basic SetupA language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Set up the camera as described below (for information o

15Basic Photography and PlaybackTaking Pictures in R (E AUTO) ModeThis section describes how to take pictures in R (E AUTO) mode. 1 Select O mode.Turn

16Taking Pictures in R (E AUTO) Mode 2 Frame the picture.Use the zoom ring to frame the picture in the display.Zoom ringRotate left to zoom out Rotat

17Basic Photography and PlaybackTaking Pictures in R (E AUTO) Mode 3 Focus.Press the shutter button halfway to focus.If the camera is able to focus, i

iiiFor Your SafetyPower Lines: An outside antenna sys-tem should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or pow

18Taking Pictures in R (E AUTO) Mode Silent ModeIn situations in which camera sounds or lights may be unwelcome, hold the DISP/BACK button down until

19Basic Photography and PlaybackTaking Pictures in R (E AUTO) Mode The Indicator LampIndicator lampThe indicator lamp shows camera status as follows:I

20Viewing PicturesPictures can be viewed in the monitor. When taking important photographs, take a test shot and check the results. 1 Press the a but

21More on PhotographyShooting ModeChoose a shooting mode according to the scene or type of subject. To choose a shooting mode, rotate the mode dial t

22Shooting ModeOO ( (EE AUTO/ AUTO/EE Priority) Priority)Optimize settings for your current sub-ject or improve clarity, reduce noise, or enhance dyna

23More on PhotographyShooting Mode EE Priority PriorityChoose from the following options:• S (RESOLUTION PRIORITY): Choose for crisp, clear shots.

24Shooting Mode jj PRO LOW-LIGHT PRO LOW-LIGHTEach time the shutter button is pressed, the camera makes four exposures and combines them into a sin

25More on PhotographyShooting ModeSP1/SP2SP1/SP2 SCENE POSITION SCENE POSITIONThe camera offers a choice of “scenes,” each adapted to particular shoot

26Shooting Mode T DOG/m CATThe camera focuses on the faces of dogs or cats that are facing the camera, and the self-timer menu offers a n AUTO RELEASE

27More on PhotographyShooting ModeNN MOTION PANORAMA 360 MOTION PANORAMA 360Follow an on-screen guide to take photos that will automatically be joined

ivFor Your SafetyBe sure to read this notes before usingSafety Notes• Make sure that you use your camera correctly. Read these Safety Notes and your

28Shooting Mode For Best ResultsFor best results, move the camera in a small circle at a steady speed, keeping the camera horizontal and being careful

29More on PhotographyShooting ModeSS: SHUTTER PRIORITY AE: SHUTTER PRIORITY AEYou choose the shutter speed using the command dial, while the camera ad

30Shooting ModeMM: MANUAL: MANUALIn this mode, you choose both shutter speed and aperture. If desired, expo-sure can be altered from the value sug-ge

31More on PhotographyFocus LockTo compose photographs with off-center subjects: 1 Position the subject in the focus frame. 2 Focus.Press the shutter

32The AE/AF LOCK ButtonThe AE/AF LOCK button can be used to lock exposure or focus.Locking ExposureLocking Exposure 1 Meter exposure.Position the subj

33More on PhotographyF Macro and Super Macro Modes (Close-ups)For close-ups, press the selector left (F) to choose from the macro options shown below.

34N Using the Flash (Super-Intelligent Flash)When the flash is used, the camera’s Super-Intelligent Flash system instantly analyzes the scene based on

35More on PhotographyN Using the Flash (Super-Intelligent Flash)3 CautionThe flash may fire several times with each shot. Do not move the camera unti

36J Using the Self-TimerTo use the self-timer, press the selector down (h) and choose from the following options:OFFOFFOptionOptionDescriptionDescript

37More on Photographyd Exposure CompensationUse exposure compensation when photographing very bright, very dark, or high-contrast subjects.Press the d

vFor Your Safety WARNING WARNINGDo not heat, change or take apart the battery. Do not drop or subject the bat-tery to impacts. Do not store the batt

38SensitivityThe camera’s sensitivity to light can be adjusted by pressing the ISO button and rotating the command dial until the desired value is hig

39More on PhotographyMeteringTo choose how the camera meters exposure when Intelligent Face Detection is off, press the AE button and rotate the comma

40Autofocus ModeTo choose how the camera selects the focus area when K is selected for focus mode (P 41), press the AF button and rotate the command d

41More on PhotographyFocus ModeTo choose how the camera focuses, press the AF C-S-M button and rotate the command dial.+CONTINUOUS AFFOCUSINGThe follo

42Focus Modea Notes: Manual Focus• Use of a tripod is recommended. Focus may be affected if the camera moves.• If ON is selected for j FOCUS CHECK i

43More on PhotographyWhite BalanceFor natural colors, press the WB button and rotate the command dial un-til a setting that matches the light source i

44I Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode)Capture motion or automatically vary selected settings over a series of pictures.Press the I button and rotate the

45More on PhotographyI Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode) II TOP n TOP nThe camera takes photographs while the shutter button is pressed. To choose

46I Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode)4 Press DISP/BACK to return to shooting mode.5 Take photographs. The camera begins record-ing while the shutter

47More on PhotographyI Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode) XX FILM SIMULATION BKT FILM SIMULATION BKTEach time the shutter button is pressed, the came

viFor Your SafetyPower Supply and Battery* Confirm your battery type before read-ing the following descriptions.The following explains proper use of

48b Intelligent Face DetectionIntelligent Face Detection allows the camera to automatically detect human faces and set focus and exposure for a face a

49More on Photographyn Face RecognitionThe camera can store information on the face and personal details (name, relationship, and birth date) of portr

50n Face RecognitionViewing, Editing, and Deleting Existing DataViewing, Editing, and Deleting Existing DataFollow the steps below to view, edit, or d

51More on Photographyn Face Recognition Face RecognitionThe camera can store up to eight faces. If you attempt to add a ninth face, a confirmation dia

52More on PlaybackPlayback OptionsTo view the most recent picture in the monitor, press the a button.100-0001100-0001Press the selector right to view

53More on PlaybackPlayback OptionsPlayback ZoomPlayback ZoomPress k to zoom in on pictures displayed in sin-gle-frame playback; n to zoom out. When t

54Playback OptionsMulti-Frame PlaybackMulti-Frame PlaybackTo change the number of images displayed, press n in single-frame view.Press n to view more

55More on PlaybackA Deleting PicturesTo delete individual pictures, multiple selected pictures, or all pic-tures, press MENU/OK, select A ERASE (P 84)

56Viewing Photo InformationTo view or hide the photo information listed below in single-frame playback, press info.::::OFFISO 4001/250F4.523-112/ 31/2

57More on PlaybackImage SearchSearch for images by various criteria.1 Press the H button during playback.2 Highlight one of the following options and

viiFor Your Safety• Do not store batteries in warm or humid places.• Keep the batteries out of reach of babies and small children.• Make sure that th

58Create books from your favorite photos.Creating a PhotoBookCreating a PhotoBookX PhotoBook Assist1 Select X PHOTOBOOK ASSIST in the play-back menu.2

59More on PlaybackPhotoBook Assist8 Press MENU/OK. The new book will be added to the list in the photobook assist menu.3 Cautions• Photobooks can co

60To view a panorama, display in single-frame view and press the selector down.PLAYSTOPPAUSEThe following operations can be performed during playback:

61MoviesRecording MoviesPress z to shoot a movie. During recording, the following indicators will be displayed and sound will be recorded via the bui

62 Taking Photographs During RecordingPress the shutter button to take a photograph dur-ing recording.1 Notes• If O is selected for O IMAGE SIZE, the

63Moviesa Viewing MoviesDuring playback (P 52), movies are displayed in the monitor as shown at right. The following operations can be performed whil

64ConnectionsViewing Pictures on TVConnect the camera to a TV to show pictures to a group.1 Turn the camera off.2 Connect the supplied A/V cable as sh

65ConnectionsViewing Pictures on TV3 Tune the television to the video or HDMI input channel. See the documentation supplied with the television for

66Printing Pictures via USBIf the printer supports PictBridge, the camera can be connected directly to the printer and pictures can be printed without

67ConnectionsPrinting Pictures via USB2 Tip: Printing the Date of RecordingTo print the date of recording on pictures, press DISP/BACK in steps 1–2 t

viiiFor Your Safety• Do not take apart the AC power adapter. Doing so could be dan-gerous.• Do not use the AC power adapter in a hot and humid place.•

68Printing Pictures via USB4 Press MENU/OK to start printing. During PrintingThe message shown at right is displayed during printing. Press DISP/BAC

69ConnectionsPrinting Pictures via USBThe K PRINT ORDER (DPOF) option in the play-back menu can be used to create a digital “print order” for PictBrid

70Printing Pictures via USB5 Press the selector up or down to choose the number of copies (up to 99). To remove a picture from the order, press the s

71ConnectionsPrinting Pictures via USB1 Notes• Remove the memory card to create or modify a print order for the pictures in internal memory.• Print

72Viewing Pictures on a ComputerThe supplied software can be used to copy pictures to a computer, where they can be stored, viewed, organized, and pri

73ConnectionsViewing Pictures on a Computer2 Start the computer. Log in to an account with administrator privileges before proceeding.3 Exit any ap

74Viewing Pictures on a ComputerMacintosh: Installing FinePixViewerMacintosh: Installing FinePixViewer1 Confirm that the computer meets the following

75ConnectionsViewing Pictures on a Computer4 Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive. Note that you may be unable to remove the CD if Safari i

76Viewing Pictures on a Computer1 If the pictures you wish to copy are stored on a memory card, insert the card into the camera (P 11).1 NoteWindows

77ConnectionsViewing Pictures on a Computer3 Cautions• If a memory card containing a large number of images is inserted, there may be a delay before

ixAbout This ManualBefore using the camera, read this manual and the warnings on pages ii–viii. For information on spe-cific topics, consult the sour

78MenusUsing the Menus: Shooting ModeUse the shooting menus to adjust shooting set-tings. The options available vary with the shoot-ing mode selected

79MenusUsing the Menus: Shooting Mode Size Versus Aspect RatioSizeSizeOptionOptionPrints at sizes up toPrints at sizes up toO34 × 25 cm (13.5 × 10 in

80Using the Menus: Shooting ModeUU DYNAMIC RANGE [AUTO] DYNAMIC RANGE [AUTO]Control contrast. Higher values are recommend-ed for scenes that includ

81MenusUsing the Menus: Shooting Modedd WB SHIFT WB SHIFT White balance can be fine-tuned. Adjust the se-lected color axis (R–Cy=Red-Cyan or B-Ye=Bl

82Using the Menus: Shooting ModeFF MOVIE AF MODE [ MOVIE AF MODE [uu]]This option controls how the camera selects the focus area for movies.OptionOp

83MenusUsing the Menus: Shooting Modegg EXTERNAL FLASH [OFF] EXTERNAL FLASH [OFF]Choose ON when using an optional flash unit (ex-cept Fujifilm produ

84Using the Menus: Playback ModeUsing the Playback MenuUsing the Playback Menu1 Press the a button to enter play-back mode.2 Press MENU/OK to display

85MenusUsing the Menus: Playback Mode RESET ALL: Deselecting All Pictures RESET ALL: Deselecting All PicturesChoose RESET ALL to deselect all pictur

86Using the Menus: Playback ModeBB RED EYE REMOVAL RED EYE REMOVAL If the current picture is marked with a g icon to indicate that it was taken with

87MenusUsing the Menus: Playback ModeGG CROP CROP Create a cropped copy of the current picture.1 Display the desired picture.2 Select G CROP in the