Fujifilm Camera Finepix F850 Exr Owners Manual

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 Viewing Pictures on a Computer Viewing Pictures on a Computer
The supplied software can be used to copy pictures to a computer, where 
they can be stored, viewed, organized, and printed.  Before proceeding, install 
the software as described below.  Do 
NOT connect the camera to the computer 
until installation is complete .
Windows: Installing MyFinePix StudioWindows: Installing MyFinePix Studio
 1  Confi rm that the computer meets the following system requirements:
Windows 8/Windows 7 (SP 1)/Windows 8/Windows 7 (SP 1)/Windows Vista (SP 2) Windows Vista (SP 2) 11Windows XP (SP 3) Windows XP (SP 3) 11
CPUCPU3 GHz Pentium 4 or better3 GHz Pentium 4 or better(2.4(2.4 GHz Core 2 Duo or better) GHz Core 2 Duo or better) 222 GHz Pentium 4 or better2 GHz Pentium 4 or better(2.4(2.4 GHz Core 2 Duo or better) GHz Core 2 Duo or better) 22
RAMRAM1 GB or more1 GB or more512 MB or more512 MB or more(1(1 GB or more) GB or more) 22
Free disk spaceFree disk space2 GB or more2 GB or more
GPUGPUSupports DirectX 9 or laterSupports DirectX 9 or later((recommendedrecommended))Supports DirectX 7 or laterSupports DirectX 7 or later((required; performance not guaranteed with other GPUsrequired; performance not guaranteed with other GPUs))
VideoVideo1,024 × 768 pixels or more with 24-bit color or better
OtherOther • Built-in USB port recommended.  Operation is not guaranteed with other 
USB ports.
•  .NET Framework 3.5 Service Pack 1 required when uploading images or us- ing Map Viewer.
•  Internet connection (broadband recommended) required to install  .NET Framework (if necessary), to use auto update feature, and when per-
forming such tasks as sharing pictures on-line or via e-mail.
1  Other versions of Windows are not supported.  Only pre-installed operating systems are  supported; operation is not guaranteed on home-built computers or computers that have 
been upgraded from earlier versions of Windows.
2  Recommended when displaying HD movies. 
						

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 2 Start the computer.  Log in to an account with administrator privileges before proceeding.
 3 Exit any applications that may be running and insert the installer CD in a CD-ROM drive.
  Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista  Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista
If an AutoPlay dialog is displayed, click SETUP.EXE.  A “User Account Control” dia-
log will then be displayed; click  Ye s ( Windows 8/Windows 7) or  Allow ( Windows 
Vista).
The installer will start automatically; click Install MyFinePix Studio  and 
follow the on-screen instructions to install MyFinePix Studio.
  If the Installer Does Not Start Automatically  If the Installer Does Not Start Automatically
If the installer does not start automatically, select Computer or My Computer 
from the Start menu, then double-click the FINEPIX CD icon to open the FINEPIX 
CD window and double-click  setup or SETUP.EXE.
  If the Installer Does Not Start Automatically (Windows 8)  If the Installer Does Not Start Automatically (Windows 8)
1 Select Desktop on the Start screen.
2 Select File Explorer on the taskbar.
3 Select Computer in the navigation pane.
4  Double-click the drive icon inserting the FINEPIX CD and follow the on-screen instruc-
tions to install. 
						

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 4 If prompted to install Windows Media Player or DirectX, follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation.
 5  Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive when installation is com-plete.  Store the installer CD in a dry location out of direct sunlight in case 
you need to re-install the software.
Installation is now complete.  Proceed to “Connecting the Camera” ( P 70). 
						

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 Connecting the Camera Connecting the Camera
 1 If the pictures you wish to copy are stored on a memory card, insert the card into the camera.
 
R Windows users may require the Windows CD when starting the software for 
the fi rst time.
 
Q Loss of power during transfer could result in loss of data or damage to internal 
memory or the memory card.  Charge the battery before connecting the camera.
 2 Turn the camera off   and connect the supplied USB cable as shown, mak-
ing sure the connectors are fully inserted.  Connect the camera directly to 
the computer; do not use a USB hub or keyboard.
 3 Press the  a button for about a second to turn the camera on and follow 
the on-screen instructions to copy pictures to the computer.  To exit with-
out copying pictures, click  Cancel. 
						

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For more information on using the supplied software, start the application 
and select the appropriate option from the Help menu.
 
Q If a memory card containing a large number of images is inserted, there may be a 
delay before the software starts and you may be unable to import or save images.  
Use a memory card reader to transfer pictures.
 
Q Make sure that the computer does not display a message stating that copying is in 
progress and that the indicator lamp is out before turning the camera off   or discon-
necting the USB cable (if the number of images copied is very large, the indicator 
lamp may remain lit after the message has cleared from the computer display).  
Failure to observe this precaution could result in loss of data or damage to internal 
memory or the memory card.
 
Q Disconnect the camera before inserting or removing memory cards.
 
Q In some cases, it may not be possible to access pictures saved to a network server 
using the supplied software in the same way as on a standalone computer.
 
Q The user bears all applicable fees charged by the phone company or Internet ser-
vice provider when using services that require an Internet connection. 
						

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  Disconnecting the Camera  Disconnecting the Camera
After confi rming that the indicator lamp is out, turn the camera off   and disconnect 
the USB cable.
  Uninstalling the Supplied Software  Uninstalling the Supplied Software
Only uninstall the supplied software when it is no longer required or before be-
ginning reinstallation. After quitting the software and disconnecting the camera, 
open the control panel and use “Programs and Features” ( Windows 8/Windows  7/
Windows Vista) or “Add or Remove Programs” ( Windows  XP) to uninstall MyFinePix 
Studio. Under Windows, one or more confi rmation dialogs may be displayed; read 
the contents carefully before clicking OK.
Importing Pictures or Movies to Mac (Macintosh)Importing Pictures or Movies to Mac (Macintosh)
Use a standard application in Mac OS such as Image Capture to import pic-
tures or movies to Mac. 
						

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 Menus Menus
Using the Menus: Shooting ModeUsing the Menus: Shooting Mode
Using the Shooting MenuUsing the Shooting Menu
 1  Display the shooting menu.1.1 Press  MENU/OK during shooting to display the 
shooting menu.
1.2 Press the selector left to highlight the current tab.
1.3 Press the selector up or down to highlight the tab  containing the desired option.Ta bP
EXIT
SHOOTING MENU
1.4 Press the selector right to place the cursor in the menu.
 2 Adjust settings.Highlight items and press the selector right to view options, then high-
light an option and press MENU/OK. Press DISP/BACK to exit when settings 
are complete. 
						

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Shooting Menu OptionsShooting Menu Options
AA  EE MODE MODE((default: default: RR))
Choose an option for E mode (P 24).
 A A Adv. MODE Adv. MODE((default: default: ADVANCED FILTER)ADVANCED FILTER)
Choose an advanced shooting mode (P 26).
 A A SCENE POSITION SCENE POSITION((default: default: hh))
Choose a scene for SP mode (P 32).
 N N ISO ISO((default: default: AUTO)AUTO)
Control the camera’s sensitivity to light.  Higher values can reduce blur; note, however, that mot-
tling may appear in pictures taken at high sensitivities.
100100ISOISO1280012800
BrightBrightSceneSceneDarkDarkLess noticeableLess noticeableNoise (mottling)Noise (mottling)More noticeableMore noticeable
OptionOptionDescriptionDescription
AUTOAUTOSensitivity is adjusted automatically in response to shooting conditions.
AUTO (3200) / AUTO (1600) / AUTO (3200) / AUTO (1600) / AUTO (800) / AUTO (400)AUTO (800) / AUTO (400) As above, except that sensitivity will not be raised above the value in 
parentheses.
12800 / 6400 / 3200 / 1600 / 12800 / 6400 / 3200 / 1600 / 800 / 400 / 200 / 100800 / 400 / 200 / 100
Sensitivity is set to the specifi ed value, which is shown in the display. 
						

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 O O IMAGE SIZE IMAGE SIZE((default: default: OO  4:3)4:3)
Choose the image size and aspect ratio at which pictures are record-
ed.  Large pictures can be printed at large sizes with no drop in quality, 
while small pictures require less memory, allowing more pictures to be 
recorded.
OO  4 : 34 : 3
Size Aspect ratio
  Size Versus Aspect Ratio  Size Versus Aspect Ratio
SizeSize
OptionOptionPrints at sizes up toPrints at sizes up to
OO 34 × 25 cm  (13.5 × 10 in.)
PP24 × 18 cm  (9.5 × 7 in.)
QQ17 × 13 cm  (7 × 5 in.)
Aspect ratioAspect ratio
4 : 3: Pictures have the same 
proportions as the camera 
display. 3 : 2: Pictures have the same 
proportions as a frame of 
35 mm  fi  lm.16 : 9: Suited for display on 
High Defi nition (HD) devices.
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 T T IMAGE QUALITY IMAGE QUALITY((default: default: FINE)FINE)
Choose how much image fi les are compressed.
OptionOptionDescriptionDescription
FINEFINE Low compression.  Select for higher image quality.
NORMALNORMAL High compression.  Select this option to store more pictures.
 U U DYNAMIC RANGE DYNAMIC RANGE((default: default: AUTO)AUTO)
Control contrast.  Higher values are recommended for scenes that include both sunlight and 
deep shade or for increased contrast with such subjects as sunlight on water, brightly-lit autumn 
leaves, portraits taken against a blue sky, and white objects or people wearing white; note, how-
ever, that mottling may appear in pictures taken at higher values.  If  AUTO is selected, the cam-
era will automatically select values between 100% and 400% in response to shooting conditions.
OptionOptionDescriptionDescription
AUTOAUTO
VV 100% 100% Increase contrast when shooting indoors or under overcast skies.
WW 200% 200%
XX 400% 400%
YY 800% 800%
Reduce loss of detail in highlights and shadows when photographing high-
contrast scenes.
ZZ 1600% 1600%
 
R Z  1600% and Y  800% are available only when D-RANGE PRIORITY is selected in 
E mode and an option other than  d Velvia/VIVID or e ASTIA/SOFT is selected for 
P FILM SIMULATION.