FujiFilm F420 Digital Camera User Manual


 
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Advanced
Features
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The self timer can be set in Still photography mode.
The self timer is used in situations such as group
shots where the photographer is included in the
shot.
When you set the self-timer to “ON”, “*” appears
on the LCD monitor.
In this mode, a timer runs for about 10 seconds
before the shutter is released.
1Position the AF frame over the subject.
2Press the Shutter button down halfway to focus
the shot.
3Without releasing the Shutter button, press the
button all the way down (fully pressed) to start
the self-timer.
Bebeep
Click
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PHOTOGRAPHY MENU OPERATION
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SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY
1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the menu
on the LCD monitor.
2Press “d” or “c” to select the menu item and
a” or “b” to change the setting.
3Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the
selection.
When the setting is enabled, an icon appears in the
top-left corner of the LCD monitor.
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The settings available in the menu screen vary depending on
the SHOOTING MODE (P.32).
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The self-timer is automatically turned off in the following
situations:
i When shooting ends
i When the SHOOTING MODE is changed
i When the Mode switch setting is moved another setting
i When the camera is turned off
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The AF/AE lock can be used in Self-timer photography mode
(P.24).
!
Take care not to stand in front of the lens when you press the
Shutter button as this can prevent the correct focus or
brightness (exposure) being obtained.
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PHOTOGRAPHY MENU
STILL PHOTOGRAPHY MENU
Selecting the SHOOTING MODE (P.36)
Set the Mode switch to “q”.
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1Press the “MENU/OK” button to display the
menu on the LCD monitor.
2Press “d” or “c” to select “q” SHOOTING
MODE.
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1Press “a” or “b” to select SHOOTING MODE.
2Press the “MENU/OK” button to confirm the
selection.
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Photography mode
Explanation Available flash modes
m
PORTRAIT
This is the best mode for shooting portraits. Skin tones are
shown beautifully and the overall tone is soft.
AUTO / b / d / v / c /
n
q
AUTO
This is the easiest mode for taking pictures and can be used in
a wide range of conditions.
AUTO / b / d / v
q
MANUAL
This is the mode for specifying “EV” (exposure compensation)
(P.40) and White balance (P.40) settings.
AUTO / b / d / v / c /
n
,
SCENE
This is the best mode for shooting scenery in daylight and
provides crisp, clear shots of scenery such as buildings and
mountains.
can not be used
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SPORT
This is the best mode for shooting sporting events. This mode
gives priority to faster shutter speeds.
AUTO / d / v
/
NIGHT
This is the best mode for evening and night scenes. This mode
allows you to take shots where priority is given to slow shutter
speeds of up to 2 seconds. To prevent camera shake, always
use a tripod.
c / n / v
q PHOTOGRAPHY MODE
STILL PHOTOGRAPHY MENU
m”, “,”, “.” and “/” can not be selected Macro mode.
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