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FujiFilm Finepix A850 Owner's Manual

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Before You Begin
First Steps
Owner's Manual
Basic Photography and Playback
Thank you for your purchase of this product. This manual
describes how to use your FUJIFILM A850 digital camera and
the supplied software. Be sure that you have read and under-
More on Photography
stood its contents before using the camera.
More on Playback
Movies
Connections
Menus
Technical Notes
For information on related products, visit our website at
Troubleshooting
http://www.fujifilm.com/products/index.html
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Basic Photography and Playback Thank you for your purchase of this product. This manual describes how to use your FUJIFILM A850 digital camera and the supplied software. Be sure that you have read and under- More on Photography stood its contents before using the camera.

  • Page 2: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety • Read Instructions: All the safety and op- Alternate Warnings: This video product erating instructions should be read is equipped with a three-wire ground- before the appliance is operated. ing-type plug, a plug having a third • Retain Instructions: The safety and (grounding) pin.

  • Page 3: Safety Notes

    If a problem arises, turn the camera off and remove the batteries. 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 fi re or electric shock. Contact your FUJIFILM Unplug from power dealer.
  • Page 4 Request regular internal testing and cleaning for your camera. Build-up of dust in your camera can cause a fi re or electric shock. Contact your FUJIFILM dealer to request internal cleaning every two years. Please note that this service is not free of charge.
  • Page 5 Using the Camera era is functioning normally. FUJIFILM To ensure that images are recorded Corporation can not accept liability correctly, do not subject the camera for damages or lost profi...

  • Page 6: Notices

    For Customers in Canada CAUTION: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. EC Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity Name: FUJIFILM Electronic Imaging Europe GmbH Address: Benzstrasse 2 47533 Kleve, Germany declare that the product Product Name: FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA A850 Manufacturer’s Name: FUJIFILM Corporation...
  • Page 7 Trademark Information Trademark Information xD-Picture Card is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation. Macintosh, Power Macintosh, Power Mac, iMac, PowerBook, iBook, QuickTime, and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S.A. and other countries. Microsoft, Windows, the Windows logo, Windows Vista and the Windows Vista logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

  • Page 8: About This Manual

    About This Manual Before using the camera, read this manual and the warnings on pages ii–vii. For information on specifi c topics, consult the sources below. ✔ ✔ Camera Q & A Camera Q & A ..pg. ix Know what you want to do but don’t know the name for it? Find the answer in “Camera Q &...

  • Page 9: Camera Q & A

    Camera Q & A Find items by task. Camera Setup Camera Setup Question Question How do I set the camera clock? Can I set the clock to local time when I travel? How do I keep the monitor from turning off automatically? How do I make the monitor brighter or darker? How do I stop the camera beeping? What are the parts of the camera called?

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Taking Pictures Taking Pictures How many pictures can I take? Is there a quick and easy way to take snapshots? Is there a simple way to adjust settings for diff erent scenes? How do I shoot close-ups? How do I keep the fl ash from fi ring? How do I stop my subjects’...
  • Page 11 Table of Contents For Your Safety ... ii IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... ii Safety Notes ... iii NOTICES ... vi About This Manual ...viii Camera Q & A ... ix Before You Begin n Before You Begi Introduction ... 1 Symbols and Conventions ...
  • Page 12 Caring for the Camera ...66 Troubleshootin Troubleshooting g Troubleshooting ...67 Warning Messages and Displays ...72 Appendi Appendix x Glossary ...76 Flash Mode and Shooting Mode ...78 Internal Memory/Memory Card Capacity ...79 Specifi cations ...80 FUJIFILM Digital Camera Worldwide Network ...84 Table of Contents...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Introduction Symbols and Conventions Symbols and Conventions The following symbols are used in this manual: 3 Caution: This information should be read before use to ensure correct operation. 1 Note: Points to note when using the camera. 2 Tip: Additional information that may be helpful when using the camera. Menus and other text in the camera monitor are shown in bold.

  • Page 14: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera Parts of the Camera For more information, refer to the page listed to the right of each item. Shutter button ...13 F button ... 8 Flash ...18 Lens and lens cover ... 8 Microphone ...30 Self-timer lamp ...19 Connector for USB cable ...43 Connector for A/V cable ...33 Monitor ...

  • Page 15: The Monitor

    The Monitor The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback: ■ ■ Shooting Shooting ISO 100 12 / 31 / 2050 10 : 00 AM F2.8 ■ ■ Playback Playback 100-0001 ISO 100 12 / 31 / 2050 10:00 AM F2.8 White balance ...49...

  • Page 16: Inserting The Batteries

    Inserting the Batteries The camera takes two AA alkaline (LR6) batteries (supplied) or two AA rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (sold separately). Insert the batteries in the camera as described below. Open the battery-chamber cover. 1 Note Be sure the camera is off before opening the battery- chamber cover.

  • Page 17: Inserting A Memory Card

    SanDisk SD and SDHC memory cards with capacities of up to 8 GB have been tested and approved for use in the A850. A complete list of approved memory cards is available at http://www.fujifilm.com/ products/digital_cameras/index.html. Operation is not guaranteed with other cards. The camera can not be used with multimedia or xD-Picture cards.
  • Page 18 ■ ■ Inserting a Memory Card Inserting a Memory Card Open the battery-chamber cover. Insert the memory card. Holding the memory card in the orientation shown below, slide it all the way in. Removing Memory Cards Press the card in and then release it slowly. The card can now be removed by hand.
  • Page 19 3 Cautions • Format memory cards before fi rst use or after using them in a computer or other device. For more information on formatting memory cards, see page 62. • Memory cards are small and can be swallowed; keep out of reach of children. If a child swallows a memory card, seek medical assistance immediately.

  • Page 20: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Turning the Camera on and Off Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Press the F button to turn the camera on. The lens will extend and the lens cover will open. Press F again to turn the camera off . 2 Tip: Switching to Playback Mode Press the D button to start playback.

  • Page 21: Basic Setup

    Basic Setup A language-selection dialog is displayed the fi rst time the camera is turned on. Set up the camera as described below (for information on resetting the clock or changing languages, see page 57). Choose a language. START MENU 1.1 Press the selector up, down, left, or right to highlight a lan- guage.

  • Page 22: Taking Pictures In Auto Mode

    Taking Pictures in AUTO Mode This section describes how to take pictures in C mode. C mode is automatically selected the fi rst time the camera is turned on; for information on restoring C mode after shooting in other modes, see page 21.
  • Page 23 Frame the picture. Position the main subject in the focus area and use the zoom buttons to frame the pic- ture in the monitor. Press W to zoom out AUTO AUTO Zoom indicator Zoom in up to 3 × us- ing optical zoom, or use digital zoom (pg.
  • Page 24 The Framing Grid To display a framing grid or to view or hide other indi- cators in the monitor, press the DISP/BACK button. AUTO Indicators displayed AUTO To use the framing grid, position the main subject at the intersection of two lines or align one of the hori- zontal lines with the horizon.
  • Page 25 Shoot. Smoothly press the shutter button the rest of the way down to take the picture. 2 Tip: The Shutter Button The shutter button has two positions. Pressing the shutter button halfway sets focus and exposure; to shoot, press the shutter button the rest of the way down.

  • Page 26: Deleting Pictures

    Viewing Pictures Pictures can be viewed in the monitor. When taking important photographs, take a test shot and check the results. Press the D button. The most recent picture will be displayed in the monitor. 12 / 31 / 2050 12 / 31 / 2050 12 / 31 / 2050 10:00 AM...

  • Page 27: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock To compose photographs with off -center subjects: Position the subject in the focus frame. AUTO Focus. Press the shutter button halfway to set fo- cus and exposure. Focus and exposure will remain locked while the shutter button is pressed halfway (AF/AE lock).
  • Page 28 Autofocus Although the camera boasts a high-precision autofocus system, it may be unable to focus on the subjects listed below. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus, use focus lock (pg. 15) to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph.

  • Page 29: Close-Ups (Macro Mode)

    C Close-ups (Macro Mode) Macro mode can be used for close-ups in C, E, A, D, P, N, Q, and B modes (pp. 21–24). Macro mode is automatically selected in P and Q modes; to select macro mode in C, E, A, D, N, and B modes, press the selector left (C).

  • Page 30: T Using The Flash

    T Using the Flash Use the fl ash when lighting is poor, for example when shooting at night or indoors under low light. To choose a fl ash mode, press the selector right (T). The fl ash mode changes each time the selector is pressed;...

  • Page 31: Self-Timer Mode

    B Using the Self-Timer The camera off ers a ten-second timer that allows photographers to appear in their own photographs, and a two-second timer that can be used to avoid blur caused by the camera moving when the shutter button is pressed. The self-timer is available in all shooting modes. Set the timer.
  • Page 32 The self-timer lamp on the front of the camera will blink immediately before the picture is taken. If the two-second timer is selected, the self-timer lamp will blink as the timer counts down. 1 Note The self-timer turns off automatically when the picture is taken, a diff erent shooting mode is selected, playback mode is selected, or the camera is turned off...

  • Page 33: A Shooting Mode

    A Shooting Mode Choose a shooting mode according to the scene or type of subject. Selecting a Shooting Mode Selecting a Shooting Mode Press MENU/OK to display the shoot- ing menu. SHOOTING MENU SHOOTING MODE AUTO AUTO QUALITY SET-UP Press the selector up or down to highlight A SHOOTING MODE.

  • Page 34: Shooting Modes

    Shooting Modes Shooting Modes MANUAL MANUAL Choose this mode for complete control of shoot- ing settings, including sensitivity (pg. 46), expo- sure compensation (pg. 48), and white balance (pg. 49). C AUTO AUTO Choose for crisp, clear snapshots (pg. 10). This mode is recommended in most situations.
  • Page 35 H SPORT SPORT Choose this mode when pho- tographing moving subjects. Priority is given to faster shut- ter speeds. I NIGHT NIGHT Shutter speeds as slow as 3 s are used to record night and twilight scenes. Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent camera shake.
  • Page 36 K SUNSET SUNSET Choose this mode to record the vivid colors in sunrises and sunsets. P P FLOWER FLOWER Choose for vivid close-ups of fl owers. The camera focuses in the macro range and the fl ash turns off automatically. O PARTY PARTY Capture indoor background...

  • Page 37: Choosing A Display Format

    Playback Options To view the most recent picture in the monitor, press the D button. Press the selector right to view pictures in the order recorded, left to view pictures in reverse order. To scroll rapidly through your pictures, press and hold the selector.

  • Page 38: Playback Zoom

    Playback Zoom Playback Zoom Press T to zoom in on the picture currently dis- played full frame in the monitor; press W to zoom out. When the picture is zoomed in, the selector can be used to view areas of the image not cur- rently visible in the display.

  • Page 39: Sort By Date

    Sort by Date Sort by Date Choose sort-by-date mode to view pictures taken on a selected date. Press DISP/BACK until the sort-by-date screen is displayed. 2050 12/29 12/30 12/31 1/14 Use the selector to highlight the ar- row (l) at the top left corner of the display.

  • Page 40: Erase

    I Deleting Pictures The ERASE option in the playback menu can be used to delete still pictures and movies, increasing the amount of space available on the memory card or in internal memory (for information on deleting pictures in single-frame playback, see page 14). Note that deleted pictures can not be recovered. Copy important pictures to a computer or other storage device before proceeding.
  • Page 41 ■ ■ FRAME FRAME: Deleting Selected Images : Deleting Selected Images Selecting FRAME displays the dialog shown at right. Press the selector left or right to scroll through pictures and press MENU/OK to delete the current picture (the picture is deleted immediately;...

  • Page 42: A Recording Movies

    A Recording Movies Shoot short movies at 30 frames per second. Sound is recorded via the built-in microphone; do not cover the microphone during recording. Press MENU/OK to display the shooting menu and select A SHOOTING MODE > A MOVIE (pg.
  • Page 43 Press the shutter button all the way down to start recording. YREC and time remaining are displayed in monitor 1 Note Focus is set when recording begins; exposure and white balance are adjusted automatically throughout recording. The color and brightness of the image may vary from that displayed before recording begins.

  • Page 44: D Viewing Movies

    D Viewing Movies During playback (pg. 25), movies are displayed in the monitor as shown at right. The following operations can be performed while a movie is displayed: Operation Operation Description Description Start/pause Press the selector down to start playback. playback Press again to pause.

  • Page 45: Viewing Pictures On Tv

    Viewing Pictures on TV Connect the camera to a TV and tune the television to the video channel to show pictures and slide shows (pg. 51) to a group. The A/V cable (sold separately) connects as shown below. Insert into A/V cable connector Press D for about a second to turn the camera on.

  • Page 46: Printing Pictures Via Usb

    Printing Pictures via USB If the printer supports PictBridge, the camera can be connected directly to the printer and pictures can be printed without fi rst being copied to a computer. Note that depending on the printer, not all the functions described below may be supported. Connecting the Camera Connecting the Camera Connect the supplied USB cable as shown and...

  • Page 47: Printing The Dpof Print Order

    2 Tip: Printing the Date of Recording To print the date of recording on pictures, press DISP/ BACK in steps 1–2 to display the PictBridge menu (see “Printing the DPOF Print Order,” below). Press the se- lector up or down to highlight PRINT WITH DATE r and press MENU/OK to return to the PictBridge display (to print pictures without the date of recording, select PRINT WITHOUT DATE).
  • Page 48 Press MENU/OK to start printing. During Printing The message shown at right is displayed during printing. Press DISP/BACK to cancel before all pictures are printed (depending on the printer, printing may end before the current picture has printed). If printing is interrupted, press D to turn the camera off...

  • Page 49: Creating A Dpof Print Order

    Creating a DPOF Print Order Creating a DPOF Print Order The N N PRINT ORDER (DPOF) option in the play- back menu can be used to create a digital “print order” for PictBridge-compatible printers (pg. 34) or devices that support DPOF. DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is standard that allows pictures to be printed from “print...
  • Page 50 The total number of prints is dis- played in the monitor. Press MENU/OK to exit. The pictures in the current print order are indicated by a J icon during playback. ■ ■ RESET ALL RESET ALL To cancel the current print or- der, select RESET ALL in the N PRINT menu.

  • Page 51: Viewing Pictures On A Computer

    Viewing Pictures on a Computer The supplied FinePixViewer software can be used to copy pictures to a computer, where they can be stored, viewed, organized, and printed. Before proceeding, install FinePixViewer as described below. connect the camera to the computer until installation is complete. Installing FinePixViewer Installing FinePixViewer FinePixViewer is available in a Windows version (FinePixViewer S) and a Macintosh version (FinePixViewer).
  • Page 52 Start the computer. Log in to an account with administrator privileges before proceeding. Exit any applications that may be running and insert the installer CD in a CD-ROM drive. Windows Vista If an AutoPlay dialog is displayed, click SETUP.exe. A “User Account Control” dialog will then be displayed; click Allow.
  • Page 53 PowerPC or Intel OS OS Mac OS X version 10.3.9–10.4.10 (as of January 1, 2008; visit http://www.fujifilm.com for more information) 256 MB or more Free disk space A minimum of 200 MB required for installation with 400 MB available when FinePixViewer is running...
  • Page 54 Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM drive. Note that you may be unable to remove the CD if Safari is running; if necessary, quit Safari before removing the CD. Store the installer CD in a dry location out of direct sunlight in case you need to re-install the software. The version number is printed at the top of the CD label for reference when updating the software or contacting customer support.

  • Page 55: Connecting The Camera

    Connecting the Camera Connecting the Camera If the pictures you wish to copy are stored on a memory card, insert the card into the camera (pg. 5). If no card is inserted, pictures will be copied from internal memory. 3 Caution Loss of power during transfer could result in loss of data or damage to internal memory or the memory card.
  • Page 56 3 Cautions • Use only memory cards that have been formatted in the camera and contain pictures taken with the camera. If a memory card containing a large num- ber of images is inserted, there may be a delay before FinePixViewer starts and FinePixViewer may be un- able to import or save images.

  • Page 57: The Shooting Menu

    The Shooting Menu The shooting menu is used to adjust settings for a wide range of shooting conditions. Using the Shooting Menu Using the Shooting Menu Press MENU/OK to display the shoot- ing menu. SHOOTING MENU SHOOTING MODE AUTO AUTO QUALITY SET-UP 1 Note...

  • Page 58: Shooting Menu Options

    Shooting Menu Options Shooting Menu Options Menu item Menu item Choose a shooting mode according to the type of A SHOOTING MODE subject (pg. 21). Adjust ISO sensitivity (pg. 46). Choose higher values B ISO when the subject is poorly lit. C QUALITY Choose image size and quality (pg.

  • Page 59: C Quality

    C QUALITY QUALITY Choose the size and quality at which pictures are recorded (the options for movie mode are shown on page 30). Large pictures can be printed at large sizes with no drop in quality; small pictures require less memory, allowing more pictures to be recorded.

  • Page 60: D Exp. Compensation

    D EXP. COMPENSATION EXP. COMPENSATION Use exposure compensation when photograph- ing very bright, very dark, or high-contrast sub- jects. Choose positive (+) values to increase exposure Choose negative (–) values to reduce exposure 1 Notes • Exposure compensation is available in B mode only. •...

  • Page 61: E White Balance

    E WHITE BALANCE WHITE BALANCE For natural colors, choose a setting that matches the light source (for an explanation of “white bal- ance,” see the Glossary on page 76). Option Option Displayed in Displayed in AUTO White balance adjusted automatically. For subjects in direct sunlight.

  • Page 62: The Playback Menu

    The Playback Menu The playback menu is used to manage the pictures in internal memory or on the memory card. Using the Playback Menu Using the Playback Menu Press D to enter playback mode (pg. 25). Press MENU/OK to display the play- back menu.

  • Page 63: J Slide Show

    J SLIDE SHOW SLIDE SHOW View pictures in an automated slide show. Choose the type of show and press MENU/OK to start. Press the selector left or right to go back or skip ahead one frame. Press DISP/BACK at any time during the show to view on-screen help.

  • Page 64: L Protect

    L PROTECT PROTECT Protect pictures from accidental deletion. The fol- lowing options are available. ■ ■ FRAME FRAME Protect selected pictures. Press the selector left or right to dis- play the desired picture. PROTECT OK? CANCEL Picture not protected Press MENU/OK to protect the picture. If the picture is already protected, pressing MENU/OK will remove pro- tection from the image.

  • Page 65: M Copy

    M COPY COPY Copy pictures between internal memory and a memory card. Press the selector up or down to highlight q INTERNAL MEMORY m p CARD (copy pictures from internal memory to the memory card) or p CARD m q INTERNAL MEMORY (copy pictures from a memory card to internal memory).
  • Page 66 ■ ■ FRAME FRAME Copy selected frames. Press the selector left or right to dis- play the desired picture. Press MENU/OK to copy the picture. Repeat steps 1–2 to copy additional images. Press DISP/BACK to exit when the operation is complete. ■...

  • Page 67: K Image Rotate

    K IMAGE ROTATE IMAGE ROTATE By default, pictures taken in tall orientation are displayed in wide orientation. Use this option to display pictures in the correct orientation in the monitor. It has no eff ect on pictures displayed on a computer or other device. 1 Notes •...

  • Page 68: O Trimming

    O TRIMMING TRIMMING To create a cropped copy of a picture, play the picture back and select O TRIMMING in the playback menu (pg. 50). Press the zoom buttons to zoom in and out and use the selector to scroll the picture un- til the desired portion is displayed (to exit to single-frame playback without creating a cropped copy, press DISP/BACK).

  • Page 69: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Using the Setup Menu Using the Setup Menu Display the setup menu. 1.1 Press MENU/OK to display the menu for the current mode. 1.2 Press the selector up or down to highlight F SET-UP. 1.3 Press the selector right to dis- play the setup menu.

  • Page 70: Setup Menu Options

    Setup Menu Options Setup Menu Options Menu item Menu item Choose how long pictures are displayed after shooting a IMAGE DISP. (pg. 59). b FRAME NO. Choose how fi les are named (pg. 60). c DIGITAL ZOOM Enable or disable digital zoom (pg. 61). d LCD POWER SAVE Enable or disable monitor power saving (pg.

  • Page 71: Image Disp

    The Setup Menu a IMAGE DISP. IMAGE DISP. Choose how long pictures are displayed in the monitor after shooting. • CONTINUOUS: Pictures are displayed until the MENU/OK button is pressed. • 3 SEC: Pictures are displayed for about 3 s before being recorded to the memory card. •...

  • Page 72: Frame No

    b FRAME NO. FRAME NO. New pictures are stored in image fi les named using a four-digit fi le num- ber assigned by adding one to the last fi le number used. The fi le num- ber is displayed during playback as shown at right. FRAME NO. controls whether fi...

  • Page 73: Digital Zoom

    c DIGITAL ZOOM DIGITAL ZOOM If ON is selected, pressing T at the maximum opti- cal zoom position will trigger digital zoom, further magnifying the image. To cancel digital zoom, zoom out to the minimum digital zoom position and press W. AUTO Zoom indicator, DIGITAL ZOOM off...

  • Page 74: Format

    j FORMAT FORMAT Format internal memory or a memory card. If a memory card is inserted in the camera, p will be displayed in the dia- log shown at right and this op- tion will format the memory card. If no memory card is inserted, q will be displayed and this op- tion will format internal memory.

  • Page 75: Time Difference

    m TIME DIFFERENCE TIME DIFFERENCE When travelling, use this option to switch the camera clock instantly from your home time zone to the local time at your destination. Specify the diff erence between local time and your home time zone. 1.1 Press the selector up or down to highlight X LOCAL.

  • Page 76: Discharge

    o DISCHARGE DISCHARGE (Ni-MH Batteries Only) (Ni-MH Batteries Only) The capacity of rechargeable Ni-MH batteries may be tem- porarily reduced when new, after long periods of disuse, or if they are repeatedly recharged before being fully discharged. Capacity can be increased by repeatedly discharging the batteries using the o DISCHARGE option and recharging them in a battery charger (sold separately).

  • Page 77: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Your camera can be used with televisions, printers, computers, and optional memory cards. For more information on the accessories available in your region, contact your local Fujifi lm representative or visit http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/index.html. ■ ■ Audio/Visual Audio/Visual TV (available from...

  • Page 78: Caring For The Camera

    Any remaining stains can be removed by wiping gently with a piece of FUJIFILM lens-cleaning pa- per to which a small amount of lens-cleaning fl uid has been applied. Care should be taken to avoid scratching the lens or monitor.

  • Page 79: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Power and Battery Problem Problem The batteries are exhausted. The camera The batteries are not in the correct orienta- does not turn tion. The battery-chamber cover is not latched. The batteries are cold. There is dirt on the battery terminals. Power The batteries supply...

  • Page 80: Flash Mode

    Shooting Problem Problem Memory is full. No picture is Memory is not formatted. taken when There is dirt on the memory card contacts. Clean the contacts with a soft, dry cloth. the shutter The memory card is damaged. Taking button is The batteries are exhausted.
  • Page 81 Problem Problem The lens is dirty. The lens is blocked. Pictures are a is displayed during shooting and the blurred. Problem focus frame is displayed in red. images b is displayed during shooting. Pictures are The ambient temperature is high and the mottled.
  • Page 82 Connections Problem Problem The camera is not properly connected. The camera was connected during movie playback. No picture or Input on the television is set to “TV”. sound. The camera is not set to the correct video standard. The volume on the television is too low. The camera is not set to the correct video No color.
  • Page 83 Temporary camera malfunction. function as expected. Possible cause Possible cause Remove and reinsert the batteries. Insert fresh or fully-charged spare batteries. Remove and reinsert the batteries. If the prob- lem persists, contact your FUJIFILM dealer. Troubleshooting Solution Solution Page Page 4, 84...

  • Page 84: Warning Messages And Displays

    Clean the contacts with a soft, dry cloth. If the mes- sage is repeated, format the memory card (pg. 62). If the message persists, replace the memory card. Contact a FUJIFILM dealer. Unlock the memory card (pg. 5). Use the camera to format the memory card (pg. 62).
  • Page 85 Clean the contacts with a soft, dry cloth. If the mes- sage is repeated, format the memory card (pg. 62). If the message persists, replace the memory card. Contact a FUJIFILM dealer. Delete pictures or insert a memory card with more free space.
  • Page 86 Warning Warning Date for which more than 4,999 pictures ex- TOO MANY FRAMES ist selected in sort-by-date view. An attempt was made to delete or rotate a PROTECTED FRAME protected picture. q NO IMAGE The source device selected in the playback p NO IMAGE COPY menu contains no pictures.
  • Page 87 Warning Warning An attempt was made to print a movie, a picture not created with the camera, or a CAN NOT BE PRINTED picture in a format not supported by the printer. Description Description Movies and some pictures created with other devices can not be printed.

  • Page 88: Glossary

    Glossary Digital zoom: Unlike optical zoom, digital zoom does not increase the amount of visible detail. Instead, details vis- ible using optical zoom are simply enlarged, producing a slightly “grainy” image. Discharge: The capacity of rechargeable Ni-MH batteries will drop if they are repeatedly charged without fi rst be- ing fully discharged.
  • Page 89 Glossary White balance: The human brain automatically adapts to changes in the color of light, with the result that objects that appear white under one light source still appear white when the color of the light source changes. Digital cameras can mimic this adjustment by processing images according to the color of the light source. This process is known as “white balance.”...

  • Page 90: Flash Mode And Shooting Mode

    Flash Mode and Shooting Mode The fl ash modes available depend on the option selected for A SHOOTING MODE (pg. 21). Flash mode Flash mode ✔ ✔ AUTO — ✔ ✔ — ✔ ✔ — ✔ ✔ ✔ — — —...

  • Page 91: Internal Memory/Memory Card Capacity

    Internal Memory/Memory Card Capacity The following table shows the recording time or number of pictures available at diff erent image qualities. All fi gures are approximate; fi le size varies with the scene recorded, producing wide variations in the number of fi les that can be stored.

  • Page 92: Specifi Cations

    Specifi cations System Model FUJIFILM DIGITAL CAMERA A850 Eff ective pixels 8.1 million ½ -in., square-pixel CCD with primary color fi lter Storage media • Internal memory (approx. 24 MB) File system Compliant with Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF), Exif 2.2, and Digital Print Order Format...
  • Page 93 System White balance Automatic scene detection; six manual preset modes for direct sunlight, shade, daylight fl uorescent, warm white fl uorescent, cool white fl uorescent, and incandescent lighting Self-timer Approx. 2 s and approx. 10 s Auto fl ash; eff ective range when sensitivity is set to C is approx. 30 cm–4.2 m/1 ft.–13 ft. 9 in. (wide Flash angle), 30 cm–2.5 m/1 ft.–8 ft.
  • Page 94 Power supply/other Power sources • AA alkaline batteries (×2) • AA rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries (×2; sold separately) Battery life Approx. 120 frames (alkaline batteries of the type supplied with the camera) or 350 frames (2,500 mAh Ni-MH batteries), based on CIPA (Camera and Imaging Products Association) standard; measured at 23 °C (73 °F) with the monitor on, pictures recorded to an SD memory card, the camera zoomed from widest angle to maximum zoom and back once every 30 s, the fl...
  • Page 95 European countries and China. Notices • Specifi cations subject to change without notice. FUJIFILM shall not be held liable for damages resulting from errors in this manual. • Although the monitor is manufactured using advanced high-precision technology, small bright points and anomalous colors (particularly in the vicinity of text) may appear.

  • Page 96: Fujifilm Digital Camera Worldwide Network

    Technical support & repairs TEL +598-2-9002004 fotocam@adinet.com.uy Technical support & repairs TEL (05982) 419 4542 kiel@fujifilm.com.uy Technical support & repairs TEL 0212-2022300 hellmund@hellmund.com Technical support & repairs TEL 0043 1 6162606/51 or 52 kamera.service@fujifilm.at Technical support & repairs TEL 3210242090 info@fuji.be Technical support TEL 38512319060 dsaravanja@fujifilm.hr...
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