FujiFilm 6900 Zoom manual

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2 This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance ( servicing ) instructions in the [...]

3 CAUTION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not ins[...]

4 Contents Warning ......................................................................... 2 Preface .......................................................................... 6 Camera Features and Accessories ............................... 7 Nomenclature ................................................................ 8 Shutter Speed and Apertu[...]

2 1 3 4 5 6 5 s SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY .................................. 62 PHOTOGRAPHY INFORMATION ................................... 64 PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION ...................... 65 P FLASH BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT ................. 66 E SETTING THE WHITE BALANCE ........................ 66 Custom White Balance Setting .....................[...]

6 Preface ■ Test Shots Prior to Photography For particularly important photographs (such as weddings and overseas trips), always take a test photograph and view the image to make sure that the camera is functioning normally. ● Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd cannot accept liability for any incidental losses (such as the costs of photography or the los[...]

7 Camera Features and Accessories Features Accessories ● The newly developed “ Super CCD ” (featuring a total of 3.3 million pixels) used in the FinePix6900 ZOOM provides ultra- high resolution image file with 6.03 million (2832 × 2128) pixels. ● 6 × optical zoom that uses aspherical lenses for superb optical performance ● Maximum 4.4 ?[...]

8 Nomenclature ✽ Refer to the pages in parentheses for more details Indicator lamp ( P .28) Command dial Mode dial ( P .11) Mode s witch ( P .11) Hot shoe ( P .74) F ocusing ring ( P .58) Shutter button Self-timer lamp ( P .63) ( Flash ) button ( P .51) ( Self-timer ) button ( P .62) ( Continuous shooting ) button ( P .61) ( POWER ) button ( P .2[...]

9 A E-L(A E lock ) button ( P .56) ( Focus Check ) button ( P .59) EVF / LCD ( vie wfinder / monitor selector ) button ( P .24 , 33) Viewfinder ( EVF) DISP button ( P .32 , 37) SHIFT button ( P .97 , 102) LCD monitor BA CK button T ripod mount 4-direction ( ) button Batter y cov er ( P .16) MENU / OK button Command dial Strap mount ( P .14) Smar tM[...]

10 ( Exposure compensation ) button ( P .57) ( AF / Custom white balance) button ( P .59 / P .67) T erminal cov er ( P .17) Flash control sensor Flash ( P .51) Flash pop - up button ( P .51) Lens F ocusing mode selector s witch ( P .24,58) Zoom button ( P .25) T : T elephoto W : Wide-angle INFO ( information check ) button ( P .64 , 78) DIGIT AL ( [...]

11 Mode dial Mode switch Shutter-prior ity auto ( P .44) Aper ture - pr iority auto ( P .44) Manual ( P .46) Setup ( P .95) Programed auto ( P .44) A uto ( P .24,42) Scene P osition ( P .42) Movie ( P .48) Photograph y mode ( P .24) Pla yback mode ( P .33) Mode s witch ( P .24, 33) PO WER button ( P .21)[...]

12 Nomenclature Zoom bar Date Date Shutter speed AE lock Aper ture setting display File size / Image quality Number of remaining shots Batter y low w ar ning Batter y low warning AF warning Camera shak e warning Example of Monitor Text Display : Shooting Pla yback frame number Protection DPOF Time Pla yback mode Example of Monitor Text Display : Pl[...]

13 Shutter Speed and Aperture Setting Displays If you exceed the control range for a photography mode (as with a scene that is extremely overexposed or underexposed), the shutter speed or aperture is displayed in red on the screen. For dimly lit scenes, “ ---- ” is displayed on the screen as the shutter speed and aperture setting. When this occ[...]

14 Remove fasteners A and B from only one side of the shoulder strap. Then pass the shoulder strap through the lens cap holder and then back through fasteners A and B . ➀ Pull the lens cap cord through the strap mount. ➁ Fit and remove the lens cap by squeezing the left and right sides of the cap. 2 1 ● ! Attach the lens cap cord to avoid los[...]

1 15 To prevent the lens cap from appearing in the shot when you take pictures, attach the lens cap to the lens cap holder. Using the Lens Cap Holder ● ! Attaching the shoulder strap incorrectly could result in the camera being dropped. Attach the shoulder strap to the strap mounts. After attaching the shoulder strap, check carefully that the str[...]

16 LOADING THE BA TTERY ➀ Hold the battery in, ➁ and close the battery cover. ● ! Do not use excessive force to open the battery cover. ● ! When replacing the battery, always switch the camera off beforehand. If you open the battery cover without switching the camera off, the camera settings may revert to the factory defaults. ➀ Slide the[...]

DC IN 5V Socket 1 17 CHARGING THE BA TTERY The indicator lamp lights (orange) and battery charging begins. When charging is completed, the indicator lamp goes off. ● ! A fully discharged battery takes about 5 hours to recharge. ● ! An almost fully charged battery will not charge. This is normal and does not indicate a fault. ● ! If you switch[...]

18 USING THE AC POWER ADAPTER Connecting the AC-5V AC Power Adapter to your camera allows you to take pictures or play back images (using a TV connection, etc.) without worrying about the battery running out. You can also use the AC power adapter to recharge the camera ’ s battery, making it very convenient for travelling, etc. ● Compatible AC [...]

1 19 LOADING THE SmartMedia ™ 0 3 ● ! Images cannot be recorded or erased if a write- protect sticker is affixed to the SmartMedia. ● ! Operation of this camera is only guaranteed when it is used with FUJIFILM SmartMedia. ● ! Some 3.3V SmartMedia are labelled as “ 3V ” or “ ID ” cards. ● ! See P.117, 118 for more information on Sm[...]

20 REMOVING THE SmartMedia ™ 1 2 ● ➀ ● ➁ ➀ Check that the indicator lamp is green and switch the camera off ( ➡ P.21). ➁ Open the slot cover. Grasp the SmartMedia with your fingertips and pull it out. Never open the SmartMedia slot cover while the camera is switched on.This could destroy the image data or damage the SmartMedia itsel[...]

1 21 SWITCHING ON AND OFF ✽ See P.95 – 96 for information on selecting the language. Lit white Flashing red Lit red Blank 2 Press the “ $ ” (Power) button to switch the camera on and off. When you switch the camera on, the indicator lamp turns green. If the date has been cleared, a confirmation message appears. SET ¨ : Switches to the DATE[...]

22 SETTING THE DA TE AND TIME 1 ➀ Set the Mode switch to “ 1 ” ➁ Set the Mode dial to “ ` ” . The SET – UP screen appears on the monitor. ➀ Use “ a ” or “ b ” to select “ DATE/TIME ” . ➁ Press “ c ” . ● ! See P.95 for more information on the “ ` ” (setup) menu. ● ! If at least 3 hours have passed since the [...]

1 23 Use the “ dc ” button to select the desired item and then use the “ a ” and “ b ” buttons to correct the setting. When you have finished setting the date and time, press the “ MENU/OK ” button to confirm the setting. When the SET – UP screen reappears, move the Mode dial to a setting other than “ ` ” to exit the SET – U[...]

24 T AKING PICTURES ( AUTO MODE ) 2 Basic Photography 1 2 ● ➀ ● ➁ ● ➂ ➀ Set the Mode switch to “ 1 ” ➁ and set the Mode dial to “ 5 ” . ➂ Then slide the focus mode selector switch to “ AF ” . ● Effective Photography Range Wide-angle: Approx. 50 cm (1.6 ft.) to infinity Telephoto : Approx. 90 cm (3 ft.) to infinity ?[...]

2 25 3 Put your arm through the shoulder strap so that the strap is looped around your shoulder. Hold the camera grip with your right hand and use your left hand to support the camera (lens) securely. ● ! Use of the automatic flash is recommended ( ➡ P.52). ● ! Moving the camera when you take a picture can result in a blurred image. You shoul[...]

Short double- beep 26 T AKING PICTURES ( AUTO MODE ) 6 When you press the shutter button down halfway, the camera emits a short double-beep and focuses on your subject. At that point, the AF frame on the screen becomes smaller and the camera sets the shutter speed and aperture. ● ! If the camera does not emit a short double-beep and “ N AF ” [...]

2 27 Beep 7 If you press the shutter button down halfway and then press the shutter button down fully without releasing it, the camera beeps once and takes the picture. The “” icon then appears on the screen and the shot is recorded as an image file. ● ! When the “” icon appears on the screen, image recording is in progress. Do not remove[...]

28 T AKING PICTURES ( AUTO MODE ) Color Status Meaning ■ Indicator Lamp Display Green Lit Flashing Orange Lit Flashing Red Flashing Ready to shoot. AF/AE in progress or camera shake/AF warning. Recording to SmartMedia (the next picture can be taken). Flash charging. ● SmartMedia warning. No SmartMedia loaded, SmartMedia not formatted, incorrect[...]

2 29 The number of available shots appears on the screen. ● ! See P.97 for information on changing the File size and Quality setting. ● ! At shipment, the default settings are J (for File Size) and NORMAL (for Quality). ■ Standard number of shots per SmartMedia Because the amount of data recorded varies depending on the subject, the number of[...]

30 USING AF/AE LOCK 1 2 In a shot with this type of composition, the subjects (two people in this case) are not in the AF frame. If the shot is taken at this point, the subjects will not be in focus. Move the camera slightly so that one of the subjects in the AF frame. ● ! Check that the focus mode selector switch is set to “ AF ” . ◆ AF (A[...]

2 31 3 4 Short double- beep Beep Press and hold the shutter button down halfway (AF/AE lock). The AF frame on the screen becomes smaller and the camera determines the shutter speed and aperture setting. ● ! You can reapply the AF/AE lock as many times as you like before releasing the shutter. ● ! The AF/AE lock operates in all photography modes[...]

32 FRAMING GUIDELINE FUNCTION This function can be selected in the “ 5 • 4 • 9 • 0 • - and 3 ” photography modes. The screen display changes each time you press the “ DISP ” button. Press the “ DISP ” button to display the framing guideline. ● ! The framing guideline is not recorded on the image. ● ! The lines in the scene f[...]

Normal playbac k No text display ed Multi-frame playbac k 2 33 VIEWING YOUR IMAGES ( PLA YBACK ) 2 1 You can use “ c ” and “ d ” button to move forward and backward respectively through your images. The monitor display changes each time you press the “ DISP ” button. ● ! If image on the monitor is difficult to see, adjust the monitor [...]

34 F AST FORW ARDING IMAGES 1 2 You can fast forward through the frames by holding down “ d ” or “ c ” button for about 1 second during playback. During fast forward, 3 frames are shown together in miniature on the monitor. When you stop fast forward, the image enclosed in the frame is displayed on the monitor as a single image. ● ! A pro[...]

2 35 PLA YBACK ZOOM Pressing “ a ” or “ b ” during single-frame playback zooms in or out on the still image. A “ zoom bar ” is displayed during zooming. ● Zoom scales: G 2832 × 2128 pixel images: Max 18 × H 2048 × 1536 pixel images: Max 13 × J 1280 × 960 pixel images: Max 8 × K 640 × 480 pixel images: Max 4 × After you have zo[...]

36 PLA YBACK ZOOM After you use the playback zoom, press the “ MENU/OK ” button to trim the image. Check the size at which the image will be saved and then press the “ MENU/OK ” button. The trimmed image is saved as a separate file. 2 ✽ Because images with resolutions of less than K are not suitable for printing, “ TRIMMING ¨ ” is no[...]

Normal playbac k No text display ed Multi-frame playbac k 2 37 MUL TI-FRAME PLA YBACK ● ! Multi-frame playback is also useful for specifying erase, protect and DPOF settings for single frames and for selecting images when you want to check or cancel DPOF settings. ● ! The text displayed on screen disappears after about 3 seconds. ● ! Multi-fr[...]

38 ERASING SINGLE FRAME 1 2 ➀ Set the Mode switch to “ 2 ” . ➁ Press the “ MENU/OK ” button to display the menu screen on the monitor. Select “ FRAME ” in the “ { ERASE ” menu and press the “ MENU/OK ” button. ● ! See P.81 for more information on Erasing all frames and Formating. ● ! Multi-frame playback ( ➡ P.37) is a[...]

2 39 4 3 Press “ d ” or “ c ” button to display the image to be erased. Press the “ MENU/OK ” button to erase the displayed image. When erasing is complete, the next image appears and the “ ™ ” message is displayed. ● ! To cancel single-frame erase, press the “ BACK ” button to return to the menu. To exit the menu screen, pr[...]

40 USING A TV MONITOR VIDEO OUT socket T o the video input socket 1 2 Switch off the camera and the TV. Plug the video cable (provided) into the “ VIDEO OUT ” socket on the camera. Plug the other end of the cable into the video input socket on the TV. Then switch the camera and TV on and take pictures or play back images as you would normally. [...]

3 41 The Advanced Photography section introduces a range of camera functions that you can access by setting the Mode switch to “ 1 ” . ■ Photography mode specifications ADV ANCED FEA TURES 3 Advanced Features 5 Auto ( ➡ P.42) ––– Photography mode Accessible menu settings Factory default Flash Photography ( P.51 ) Macro Photography ( P[...]

42 1 2 Scene P osition Turn the Mode dial to select the setting. This is the simplest mode for taking pictures and can be used in a wide range of situations. In “ 4 Scene Position ” mode, you can select 5 types of shot ( r • t • w • y • o ). Turn the command dial to select the setting. 5 Auto 4 : Scene Position This mode provides photog[...]

3 43 Use this mode for daytime shots of scenery. Landscape mode provides crisp, clear shots of buildings, mountains and other scenery. ● When using the flash The Flash mode is automatically set to Suppressed Flash. This setting cannot be changed. Use this mode for shots taken in the evening or at night. Night Scene mode gives priority to slower s[...]

44 9 : PROGRAMED / 0 : SHUTTER - PRIORITY / - : APERTURE - PRIORITY PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Turn the Mode dial to select a setting. Turning the Command dial gives you access to the following : 9 : Program Shift 0 : Shutter speed setting (1step: 1/3 EV) ISO 100 3 sec. to 1/1000 sec. ISO 200 3 sec. to 1/1000 sec. ISO 400 1.6 sec. to 1/1000 sec. - : Aperture[...]

3 45 Program Shift Shutter speed Aperture ● ! Set the correct exposure compensation for the shooting conditions ( ➡ P.57). This function allows you to select different shutter speed and aperture setting combinations without changing the exposure setting. In Program Shift mode, the shutter speed and aperture settings are displayed in yellow. Pro[...]

46 3 : MANUAL PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Shutter speed Turn the Mode dial to select the settings. Turn the Command dial to set the shutter speed. This mode allows you to set any shutter speed or aperture setting. ● Shutter speed setting (1 steps: 1/3 EV) ISO 100 3 sec. to 1/1000 sec. ISO 200 3 sec. to 1/1000 sec. ISO 400 1.6 sec. to 1/1000 sec. ● Apertur[...]

3 47 Aperture Exposure indicator Set the aperture by holding down the “ @ ” (exposure compensation) button and turning the Command dial. Use the exposure indicator on the monitor as a guide to setting the exposure. Moving the indicator towards plus gives an overexposed image (plus displayed in yellow), while moving the indicator towards minus ([...]

48 u MOVIE PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Turn the Mode dial to select the settings. ● ! Depending on the space available on the SmartMedia, the time that can be recorded in one movie may be shorter than 160 seconds. The available shooting time and the “” message are shown on the monitor. 1 2 Use this mode to shoot up to 160 seconds of video per movie. ●[...]

3 49 4 Shooting begins when you press the shutter button down fully. 3 In Movie mode, the lens is locked at the wide- angle setting and only the digital zoom can be used. You can use the Zoom button or the 4- direction button “ a ” and “ b ” to zoom in and out. When you use the zoom, a “ Zoom bar ” appears on the screen. ● Digital zoo[...]

50 u MOVIE PHOTOGRAPHY MODE ● ! It takes about 22 seconds to record an 160 second movie (roughly 24MB) onto a SmartMedia. ● ! If you start shooting and then immediately end shooting, only 3 seconds of movie is recorded onto the SmartMedia. If you press the shutter button during shooting, shooting ends and the movie is recorded on the SmartMedia[...]

3 51 FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY 1 Press the flash pop-up button to set the flash. ● Effective flash range (for “ 5 ” ) Wide-angle: Approx. 0.3 m to 3.6 m (1 ft. to 11.8 ft.) Telephoto : Approx. 0.9 m to 3.2 m (2.9 ft. to 10.5 ft.) (Built-in flash guide number: 8 (at ISO 100)) ● ! You cannot use the flash in “ 8 ” mode. ● ! If the photography m[...]

52 FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY Use this mode for ordinary photography. The flash fires automatically as required by the shooting conditions. i Auto Flash Mode Red-Eye Reduction Use this mode to ensure that the subject ’ s eyes appear natural when photographing people in low-light conditions. The flash fires a pre-flash just before the picture is taken an[...]

3 53 7 Forced Flash Use this flash mode to photograph backlit scenes, such as a subject against a window or in the shade of a tree, or to obtain the correct colors when you are shooting under lighting such as fluorescent tubes. In this mode, the flash fires in bright as well as dark conditions. This is a flash mode that uses a slow shutter speed. T[...]

54 FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY ] Suppressed Flash Close the flash to switch to Suppressed Flash mode. In the modes listed below, the flash pops up but the “ ] ” icon appears on the monitor and the flash cannot be used. ● Modes in which flash cannot be used t Landscape ( ➡ P.43) e Continuous shooting ( ➡ P.61) | Auto bracketing ( ➡ P.70) Pressing [...]

3 55 a MACRO ( CLOSE-UP ) PHOTOGRAPHY This mode can be selected in the “ 5 • o • 9 • 0 • - and 3 ” photography modes. Selecting Macro mode allows you to take close- up shots. ● Effective Photography Range: Approx. 10 cm to 80 cm (3.9 in. to 2.6 ft.) When you press the “ a ” button, the “ a ” icon appears on the screen and the [...]

56 AE-L: USING AE LOCK This mode can be selected in the “ 5 • 4 • 9 • 0 and - ” photography modes. Use this function when you want to take pictures with the exposure fixed for a particular subject. Frame the shot so that the subject occupies most of the center of the screen and then press the “ AE-L ” button. The “ + ” icon appear[...]

3 57 This mode can be selected in the “ 9 • 0 and - ” photography modes. Use this function for shots where you cannot obtain the optimum brightness (exposure), such as shots with extremely high contrast between the subject and the background. To select the Exposure Compensation setting, hold down the “ @ ” button and turn the Command dial[...]

58 SETTING THE MANUAL FOCUS Left Right Manual focus can be used in all photography modes except “ u ” . Use manual focus for subjects that are not suitable for Auto Focus or where you want the focus fixed for a shot. ➀ Slide the focus mode selector switch to “ MF ” . ➁ The “ f ” icon appears on the screen. ➀ Turn the focusing ring[...]

3 59 Use this function to focus your shot quickly. When you press the “ &^* / ! ” button, the camera uses the autofocus function to focus on the subject. Use this function when it is difficult to see whether the image is focused. When you press the “ # ” (Focus Check) button, the central portion of the image is shown enlarged and you ca[...]

60 DIGIT AL ZOOM You can use the digital zoom function for all Resolution (File Size) settings other than “ G ” . ● To use the digital zoom Use the optical zoom to zoom in fully (telephoto) and then press the “ T ” button again. ● To revert to optical zoom Use the digital zoom to zoom out fully (wide- angle) and then press the “ W ”[...]

3 61 ● ! You cannot use the flash in this mode. ● ! The continuous photography speed is the same regardless of the quality and file size settings. Continuous shooting can be specified in all photography modes except “ u ” . Selecting continuous shooting allows you to shoot up to 5 frames continuously at intervals as short as 0.2 seconds. Wh[...]

62 s SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY 10 SEC. 2 SEC. Beep Position the AF frame over the subject and press the shutter button. The camera focuses on the subject in the frame and self-timer starts to run. 2 1 Manual focus can be used in all photography modes except “ u ” . Each time you press the “ s ” button, the setting moves one step in the sequenc[...]

3 63 3 4 The self-timer lamp lights and then starts flashing until the picture is taken. A countdown is displayed on the screen indicating the time remaining until the picture is taken. Self-timer mode is automatically cancelled after each shot. ● ! To stop the self-timer, once it has started running, press the “ BACK ” button. Flashing for 2[...]

64 PHOTOGRAPHY INFORMA TION If you cannot recall the current photography settings, you can check them by holding down the “ INFO ” button. ● ! The photography information is not displayed in “ 5 • 4 ” or “ u ” mode. ● ! You can only use this function to check the settings, not to change them.[...]

3 65 PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERA TION PHOTOGRAPHY MENU ➀ Press the “ MENU/OK ” button to display the menu. ➁ Use “ d ” and “ c ” to select the menu item and “ a ” and “ b ” to change the setting. ➂ Press the “ MENU/OK ” button to confirm the setting. 2 ● ! You cannot access the menu settings in “ 5 • 4 ” or “ u ?[...]

66 This mode can be selected in the “ 9 • 0 • - • 3 ” photography modes. Use this setting when you cannot obtain the correct brightness, such as when the flash does not reach the subject (is too faint) or when you are using the flash for a close-up shot. ● The range for exposure compensation is ±2 levels ( – 0.6 to +0.6 EV in 0.3 EV [...]

3 67 AUTO: Automatic adjustment (Shooting to show the ambience of the light source) ∑ : Custom white balance ´ : Custom white balance z : Shooting outdoors in fine weather x : Shooting in shade c : Shooting under “ Daylight ” fluorescent lamps v : Shooting under “ Warm White ” fluorescent lamps b : Shooting under “ Cool White ” fluor[...]

68 Using the light source for which you want to set the white balance, hold a sheet of white paper so that it fills the entire screen. When you press the “ &^* / ! ” button, a measurement is taken and the white balance is set. If “ œ ” or “ § ” is displayed, the white balance was not measured at the correct exposure. Reset the whi[...]

3 69 ● ! The camera is fixed in Multi mode when “ 5 • 4 ” or “ u ” is selected. This mode can be selected in the “ 9 • 0 • - • 3 ” photography modes. Use this mode for scenes where the brightness of the subject and background differ markedly so that the Multi setting is unlikely to achieve the desired result. ● AVERAGE: Ligh[...]

70 This mode can be selected in the “ 9 • 0 • - • 3 ” photography modes. Use this feature to photograph the same image with different exposure settings. Auto bracketing automatically shoots 3 consecutive frames, one of which is correctly exposed while the remaining two are underexposed and overexposed respectively by a set amount. ● The[...]

3 71 When you take a picture, the resulting shots are displayed ( A correct exposure, B overexposed, C underexposed) and then automatically saved. ● ! The focus is determined for the first frame and cannot be changed during shooting. ● ! The photographed images are displayed even when “ OFF ” is selected as the “ IMAGE DISPLAY ” setting[...]

72 Continuous shooting ( ➡ P.61) and Auto bracketing ( ➡ P.70) are disabled when Multi-Exp is selected. This mode can be selected in the “ 9 • 0 • - • 3 ” photography modes. Multi-exposure provides a way of overlaying photographed images on top of each other to give a final image that cannot be obtained through normal photography. ●[...]

3 73 When you take the next (multi-exposure) shot, the images are overlaid and displayed in the preview screen. ● To overlay more images: Press “ c ” . ● To record the current image: Press “ MENU/OK ” . ● To return to the previous image: Press “ d ” . ● To stop without recording any images: Press the “ BACK ” button. 3 ● ![...]

74 1 2 This mode can be selected in the “ 9 • 0 • - • 3 ” photography modes. Set this setting to “ ON ” when you are using an external flash. ● Synchronization speed: Up to 1/1000 sec. ➀ Close the built-in flash. ➁ Mount the external flash on the camera ’ s hot shoe. ● ! Built-in and external flash units cannot be used at th[...]

3 75 MODE SELECT F ISO AU TO 3 4 Select “ 9 • 0 • - ” ( ➡ P.44) or “ 3 ” ( ➡ P.46). However, the use of “ - ” or “ 3 ” mode is recommended. When you are using an external flash, always specify a fixed aperture setting. External Flash Settings For external flash, refer to the user ’ s manual for the flash and specify the se[...]

76 Match the white balance to the external flash settings. In “ E ” in the Photography menu ( ➡ P.66), select “ ∑ • ´ ” Custom White Balance. Press the “ MENU/OK ” button. Hold a sheet of white paper so that it fills the entire screen. Then press the “ &^* / ! ” button to fire the flash and set the white balance. 2 1 ● [...]

4 77 ADV ANCED PLA YBACK 4 Advanced Features Playback DC IN 5V Socket The Advanced Features Playback section introduces a range of playback functions that you can access by setting the Mode switch to “ 2 ” . If you are close to a power outlet, you should use the AC Power Adapter AC-5VS/AC-5VH (sold separately) to avoid any loss of power during [...]

◆ Histograms ◆ A histogram is a chart showing the distribution of brightness in an image (horizontal axis: brightness; vertical axis: pixels). ➀ Optimal exposure: There is an ample distribution of pixels overall with a peak in the middle range. ➁ Overexposed : The number of highlight pixels is high with the distribution sloping upwards to t[...]

4 79 MOVIE PLA YBACK Use “ d ” or “ c ” to select the movie file. 1 2 ● ! Movies cannot be played back using multi-frame playback. Use the “ DISP ” button to revert to normal playback. Movies are displayed somewhat smaller than still images. ➀ Press “ b ” to play the movie. ➁ The monitor shows the playback time and a playback [...]

80 MOVIE PLA YBACK ◆ Compatible Movie Files ◆ The FinePix6900 ZOOM can play back movie files up to 160 seconds in length recorded using a FinePix6900 ZOOM or recorded onto 3.3V SmartMedia using a FUJIFILM digital camera. If you attempt to play back a movie that is longer than 160 seconds, the “ ˆ ” message appears and playback fails. ■ P[...]

4 81 1 Erases all unprotected files. Erases only the selected file. ● ! Protected files ( ➡ P.84, 86) are not erased. ● ! If “ ∞ ” , “ ª ” , “ ˆ ” or “ ¶ ” is displayed, first wipe the contact surface on the SmartMedia (gold-colored area) thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth and then reload the SmartMedia. If this does not r[...]

82 2 3 ➀ Press “ d ” or “ c ” to select “ { ERASE ” . ➁ Use the “ a ” and “ b ” buttons to select “ FRAME ” , “ ALL FRAMES ” or “ FORMAT ” . ➂ Press the “ MENU/OK ” button. A confirmation screen appears. If you are erasing all the frames, or formatting the card, press the “ MENU/OK ” button to proceed. [...]

4 83 1 Press the “ MENU/OK ” button to display the menu on the monitor. ● ! The Auto Power Off function does not operate during playback. ● ! Movie playback begins automatically. When playback ends, the camera advances to the next frame. ➀ Press “ d ” or “ c ” to select “ } PLAYBACK ” . ➁ Press the “ MENU/OK ” button. Th[...]

84 1 2 ➀ Use “ d ” or “ c ” to select “ O PROTECT ” . ➁ Press “ a ” or “ b ” to select “ FRAME SET/RESET ” . ➂ Press “ MENU/OK ” . ● ! Multi-frame playback is an easy way to select images to be protected ( ➡ P.37). Protection: A setting that prevents images from being inadvertently erased ( ➡ P.81). Press the[...]

4 85 4 3 Use “ d ” or “ c ” to select the image to be protected. When you press the “ MENU/OK ” button, the image is protected and the “ j ” icon appears on the screen. To remove the protection, press the “ MENU/OK ” button again. ● ! If you do not want to protect any images, press the “ BACK ” button to return to the menu[...]

86 1 2 Press the “ MENU/OK ” button to display the menu on the monitor. ➀ Use “ d ” or “ c ” to select “ O ” . ➁ Press “ a ” or “ b ” to select “ PROTECT ALL ” or “ UNPROTECT ALL ” . ➂ Press “ MENU/OK ” . Formatting erases all images, including protected images ( ➡ P.81). ● ➀ ● ➂ ● ➁ O SETTING[...]

4 87 3 A confirmation screen will appear to proceed, press the “ MENU/OK ” button. ● ! If you do not want to protect any images, press the “ BACK ” button to return to the menu. To exit the menu screen, press the “ BACK ” button again.[...]

88 DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format and refers to a format that is used for recording printing specifications for images shot using a digital camera on media such as SmartMedia. The recorded specifications include information on which frames are to be printed and how many prints of each frame are required. This section gives a detailed de[...]

4 89 1 2 This function allows you to select whether or not the date of shooting is included on the print. ➀ Set the Mode switch to “ 2 ” . ➁ Press the “ MENU/OK ” button to display the menu on the monitor. ➂ Press “ c ” to select “ F ” . ➀ Use “ b ” to select “ k DATE OFF ” . ➁ Press “ d ” or “ c ” to selec[...]

90 1 ➀ Use the “ a ” or “ b ” to select “ FRAME SET ” . ➁ Press the “ MENU/OK ” button. ● ! Before specifying “ FRAME SET ” , always specify whether the date is set. 2 ➀ Use “ d ” or “ c ” to display the frame to be specified. ➁ Use “ a ” or “ b ” to specify the number of prints. The “ F ” icon and [...]

4 91 4 3 <To Cancel the Settings> Pressing the “ BACK ” only cancels the setting for the currently selected frame. You cannot cancel settings for frames other than the currently selected frame. <To Apply the Settings> When you have finished specifying the DPOF settings, always press the “ MENU/OK ” button to confirm the settings[...]

92 2 1 ➀ Use “ a ” or “ b ” to select “ REVIEW/RESET ” . ➁ Press the “ MENU/OK ” button. Pressing “ d ” or “ c ” plays back only the frames for which the number of prints has been specified, allowing you to check the settings for each frame. ● ! Multi-frame playback is an easy way to select images ( ➡ P.37). ● ! If[...]

4 93 3 1 ● ! If all the print settings are cancelled, the “ TOTAL ” reverts to “ 00000 ” and the monitor screen background turns blue. To delete the print setting, display the image for which the setting is to be deleted and then press the “ MENU/OK ” button. When the print setting has been deleted, the next image appears with the “[...]

94 3 A confirmation screen appears. To proceed, press the “ MENU/OK ” button. A confirmation screen will appear to protect all images. Press the “ MENU/OK ” button. F DPOF RESET ALL PLAYBACK MENU 2[...]

5 95 ` SET – UP MODE e The table below explains the camera setting 5 Settings Settings Display Explanation FILE SIZE / QUALITY IMAGE DISPLAY AUTO POWER SAVE BEEP DATE / TIME FRAME NO. LANGUAGE RESET ALL SET q J NORMAL OFF 2 MIN LOW __ RENEW ENGLISH __ Use this option to set the number of recorded pixels (file size) and quality (compression rate).[...]

96 ` USING THE SET – UP SCREEN 1 2 ➀ Set the Mode switch to “ 1 ” . ➁ Set the Mode dial to “ ` ” to display the SET – UP screen. ➀ Press “ a ” or “ b ” to select a setting. ➁ Use “ d ” or “ c ” to change the settings. ● ! Always switch the camera off when you are replacing the batteries. If you open the battery[...]

You can choose any combination of 4 file sizes and 4 image quality settings. Use the table below as a guide to the best settings for your shots. BASIC NORMAL FINE File size HI 5 97 ` SETTING THE FILE SIZE AND QUALITY ( COMPRESSION RA TIO ) ➀ Use “ a ” or “ b ” to change the file size setting and “ d ” or “ c ” to change the qualit[...]

98 ` IMAGE DISPLA Y This setting allows you to specify whether the photographed image is displayed after you take a picture. OFF : The photographed image is automatically recorded without being displayed. POSTVIEW : The photographed image is displayed for about 2 seconds and is then automatically recorded. PREVIEW: The photographed image is display[...]

5 99 This function allows you to select and record images in the Continuous Shooting and Auto Bracketing modes. However, preview zoom cannot be used. ➀ Use “ d ” and “ c ” to select the images you do not want to record. ➁ Press “ b ” to add or remove the “ C ” Mark. Place an “ C ” mark under all the images you do not want to[...]

100 ` AUTO POWER SA VE SETTING Once you enable this function, the monitor is temporarily switched off to reduce power consumption (Sleep mode) if the camera is not used for about 30 seconds. If the camera is then left unused for a further time (2 or 5 minutes), it is automatically switched off. Use this function when you want to get the maximum pos[...]

5 101 ` FRAME NO. MEMOR Y You can check the file number by viewing the image. The last 4 digits of the 7-digit number in the top right corner of the screen are the file numbers, while the first 3 digits show the directory number. Setting this function to “ CONT. ” makes file management easier as it ensures that file names are not duplicated whe[...]

102 ADJUSTING THE MONITOR BRIGHTNESS 2 1 ➀ Hold down the “ SHIFT ” button ➁ and press the “ DISP ” button to display the adjustment bar. ● Adjusting the BRIGHTNESS You can only adjust the brightness when the Mode switch is set to either “ 1 ” or “ 2 ” . ➀ Press “ d ” or “ c ” to adjust the brightness of the monitor. [...]

6 103 IN PC CONNECTION 6 PC Connection PC Connection describes how to set up a USB connection and provides an overview of the functions available using a USB connection. Refer to the Software Quick Start Guide booklet for details. This mode provides a simple way to read images from a SmartMedia and store images onto a SmartMedia. The USB interface [...]

104 CONNECTING TO A PERSONAL COMPUTER DIGIT AL (USB)socket 1 2 ➀ Load a SmartMedia containing photographed images. ➁ Set the Mode dial to “ 2 ” . Plug one end of the special USB cable (supplied) into the digital (USB) socket on the camera and then plug the other end into your computer. ● ! The AC power adapter should be used for this oper[...]

Green 6 105 3 4 Orange When you switch the camera on, your computer recognizes the camera as a removable disk and the indicator lamp on the camera lights green. The indicator lamp glows orange when the camera is communicating with the computer. Do not open the SmartMedia slot cover or use any of the other camera controls while the camera is communi[...]

106 DISCONNECTING THE CAMERA FROM YOUR COMPUTER ● ! Do not remove the SmartMedia or disconnect the USB cable without following the removal/ disconnection procedure described above. Always take the following steps before disconnecting the camera from your computer: ➀ Check that the indicator lamp is green (the camera is not exchanging data with [...]

6 107 CAMERA CUSTOMIZING 1 2 Load a SmartMedia that has available space and connect as a “ CARD READER (DSC) ” . ( ➡ P.104) ➀ Use the downloaded “ FinePix6900Customizer ” software to specify the functions to be added. ➁ Click the “ OK ” button to write the data to the SmartMedia. Disconnect the camera from the computer and unplug [...]

108 e By using the FinePix6900 ZOOM together with other optional FUJIFILM products, your system can be expanded to fill a wide range of uses. System Expansion Options PC CARD ADAPTER FinePix6900 ZOOM Digital Camera Video output ( PC card slot ) Personal Computer ( commercially available ) ( Floppy disk drive ) ( USB ) ( IEEE 1394 ) ( USB ) ( USB ) [...]

109 Over view of the Conversion Lens/Adapter Ring Wide Conversion Lens WL-FX9 This is a set that includes a wide conversion lens and adapter ring and converts the camera ’ s focal length by 0.79 × (equivalent to a 28 mm wide-angle lens). This set also allows you to use commercially available filters. ● Wide conversion lens specifications Magni[...]

110 Accessories Guide ● PC-AD3 PC Card Adapter The PC Card Adapter allows the SmartMedia to be used as a PC Card Standard ATA-compliant (PCMCIA 2.1) PC card (Type II ). ● Compatible with SmartMedia of 5V/3.3V, 2MB to 128MB. e The optional accessories (sold separately) can make taking pictures with the FinePix6900 ZOOM even easier. For informati[...]

111 ● Floppy Disk Adapter (FlashPath) This adapter is the same size and shape as a 3.5-inch floppy disk. You can copy the images on a SmartMedia to your PC simply by loading the SmartMedia into the floppy disk adapter and then inserting the adapter into your floppy disk drive. ● SM-R2 Image Memory Card Reader The SM-R2 allows images to very eas[...]

112 Explanation of T erms AF/AE Lock : On the FinePix6900 ZOOM, pressing the shutter button down half way locks the focus and exposure settings (AF and AE lock). If you want to focus on a subject that is not centered in the frame or change the picture composition after the exposure is set, you can obtain good results by changing the composition aft[...]

113 Notes on Using Y our Camera Correctly ■ Places to Avoid Do not store or use the camera in the following types of locations : ● Very humid, dirty or dusty places. ● In direct sunlight or in places subject to extreme temperature rises, such as in a closed car in summer. ● Extremely cold places. ● Places subject to strong vibrations. ●[...]

114 Notes on the Power Supply The FinePix6900 ZOOM camera uses a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Note the points below when using the rechargeable battery. Take particular care to read the Safety Notes to ensure that you use the battery correctly. ✽ When shipped, the NP-80 is not fully charged. Always charge the battery before using it. ● Alw[...]

115 Lithium ion batteries are both compact and capable of storing large quantities of power. However, if they are stored for long periods while charged, the performance of the battery can be impaired. ● If the battery will not be used for some time, run the battery flat before storing it. ● If the battery is kept in storage for a long period, c[...]

116 Notes on the Power Supply AC Power Adapter Always use the AC-5VS/AC-5VH AC Power Adapter with the FinePix6900 ZOOM Camera. The use of an AC power adapter other than the AC-5VS/ AC-5VH could result in damage to your FinePix6900 ZOOM Digital Camera. ● This AC power adapter is designed exclusively for indoor use. ● Plug the connection cord plu[...]

117 Notes on the SmartMedia ™ ■ SmartMedia The SmartMedia card supplied with your FinePix6900 ZOOM camera is a new image recording medium developed especially for use in digital cameras. Each SmartMedia card contains a built-in semiconductor memory chip (NAND flash memory) which is used for storing digital image data. Because the data is stored[...]

118 ● Do not use or store SmartMedia in very hot, humid or corrosive environments. ● Take care not to touch the SmartMedia ’ s contact area or allow the area to become soiled. Use a dry lint-free cloth to wipe away any soiling that does occur. ● To avoid damage caused by static electricity, always use the special static-free case provided d[...]

119 W arning Displays e The table below lists the warnings that are displayed on the LCD monitor Warning Displayed Explanation Remedy The camera battery is low on charge. No SmartMedia is loaded, or it is loaded incorrectly. • The SmartMedia is not formatted. • The SmartMedia terminals are soiled. Replace or recharge the battery. Load the Smart[...]

120 N AF Remove the protection. • I f the image is too dark, take the picture at a distance of around 2 m (6.6 ft.) from the subject. • Use AF lock to take the picture. A protected frame was erased. The AF (auto focus) cannot work effectively. The shot can be taken, but the exposure will not be correct. Outside the AE continuous range. Use flas[...]

121 Camera malfunction or fault. Press the MENU/OK button to create a new DPOF file and specify all the DPOF settings again. • Switch the camera on again, taking care not to touch the lens. • Turn the camera off and on again a few times. If this does not resolve the problem, contact an authorized FUJIFILM service center. Prints were specified f[...]

122 T roubleshooting e If you think the camera is faulty, check the following once more. Problem Cause Remedy No power. • The battery is exhausted. • The AC power adapter plug has come out of the power outlet. • Load a new fully charged battery. • Plug the adapter back in. Power cuts out during operation. • The battery is exhausted. • L[...]

123 Problem Cause Remedy Can ’ t use the flash to take pictures. • The flash is set to Suppressed Flash mode (The flash is closed). • The shutter button was pressed while the flash was charging. • Pop the flash up. (The flash cannot be used in some modes ( ➡ P.41). Select a mode in which the flash can be used.) • Wait until charging is [...]

124 T roubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Nothing happens when I use the camera switches and dial. • Camera malfunction. • The Mode switch and Mode dial has been moved to another setting. • The battery is exhausted. • Remove the battery, re-insert and try again. • Set the Mode switch and Mode dial to the correct setting. • Load a new fu[...]

Quality Mode Image Data Size MG-4S (4MB) MG-8S (8MB) MG-16S/SW (16MB) MG-32S/SW (32MB) 6 13 26 53 6 12 25 50 12 25 49 99 Approx. 17720KB Approx. 2400KB Approx. 590KB Approx. 620KB Approx. 320KB HI FINE MG-64S/SW (64MB) MG-128SW (128MB) 3 7 1 0 0 0 26 53 13 6 3 1 107 215 101 204 198 398 File Size G 2832 × 2128 K 640 × 480 NORMAL FINE NORMAL 44 89 [...]

126 Battery Type No. of Shots Auto Play ✽ These specifications are subject to change without notice. FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting from errors in this Owner ’ s Manual. ✽ The LCD monitor on your digital camera is manufactured using advanced high-precision technology. Even so, small bright points and anomalous colors [...]

127 Safety Notes If a problem arises, switch the camera off, remove the battery, disconnect and unplug the AC power adapter. Continued use of the camera when it is emitting smoke, is emitting any unusual odor, or is in any other abnormal state can cause a fire or electric shock. ● Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Do not allow water or foreign object[...]

128 Safety Notes Never attempt to modify or disassemble the camera. (Never open the casing.) Do not use the camera when it has been dropped or the casing is damaged. This can cause a fire or electric shock. ● Contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Do not use the camera in the bathroom or shower. This can cause a fire or electric shock. Never attempt to ta[...]

129 Do not use this camera in locations severely affected by oil fumes, steam, humidity or dust. This can cause a fire or electric shock. Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures. Do not leave the camera in locations such as a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight. This can cause a fire. Keep out of the reach of smal[...]

130 Safety Notes Do not move the camera while the AC power adapter is still connected. Do not pull on the connection cord to disconnect the AC power adapter. This can damage the power cord or cables and cause a fire or electric shock. Do not cover or wrap the camera or the AC power adapter in a cloth or quilt. This can cause heat to build up and di[...]

131 EC Declaration of Conformity We Name : Fuji Photo Film ( Europe ) G.m.b.H. Address : Heesenstrasse 31 40549 Dusseldorf, Germany declare that the product Product Name : FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA FinePix6900 ZOOM Manufacture ’ s Name : Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. Manufacture ’ s Address : 26 - 30, Nishiazabu 2 - chome, Minato - ku, Tokyo 106 - 86[...]

Printed in Japan FGS - 103105 - FG Printed on recycled paper. 26 - 30, Nishiazabu 2 - chome, Minato - ku, Tokyo 106 - 8620, Japan[...]