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FujiFilm FINEPIX AX500 Series User Manual

FujiFilm FINEPIX AX500 Series
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FINEPIX AX500
Series
DIGITAL CAMERA
Owner’s Manual
Thank you for your purchase
of this product. This manual
describes how to use your
FUJIFILM digital camera and the
supplied software. Be sure that
you have read and understood
its contents and the warnings in
“For Your Safety (P ii) before us-
ing the camera.
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EN
Before You Begin
First Steps
Basic Photography and Playback
More on Photography
More on Playback
Movies
Connections
Menus
Technical Notes
Troubleshooting
Appendix
BL01671-201

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

FujiFilm FINEPIX AX500 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Optical Zoom5x
Digital Zoom6.7x
Video Resolution1280 x 720 (HD)
Sensor TypeCCD
Image Sensor1/2.3-inch CCD
Screen Size2.7 inches
TypeCompact
Image sensor size1/2.3-inch
Video recordingYes
Storage MediaSD / SDHC memory card
Effective Pixels14.0 million
Dimensions93.0(W) x 60.2(H) x 27.8(D) mm

Summary

For Your Safety

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Detailed safety and operating instructions for safe use of the product.

Antenna and Power Line Safety

Safety precautions regarding antenna grounding and proximity to power lines.

Use and Service Precautions

Guidelines for cleaning, object entry, lightning protection, and servicing.

Safety Notes and Icon Meanings

Explains safety notes and the meaning of warning/caution icons.

General Warnings and Prohibitions

Lists critical warnings, prohibited actions, and handling advice.

Battery and Power Supply Information

Details on battery types, charging, life, and storage for safe operation.

Battery Handling Cautions and AC Adapters

Specific handling cautions for batteries and AC power adapter safety.

Camera Usage and Handling Precautions

Advice on using the camera, test shots, handling, and avoiding damage.

Specific Safety and Technical Notes

Notes on liquid crystal, electrical interference, and system compatibility.

Before You Begin

Symbols and Conventions

Explanation of symbols and conventions used throughout the manual.

Supplied Accessories

List of items included with the camera.

Attaching the Strap

Step-by-step instructions for attaching the camera strap.

Parts of the Camera

Selector Button Functions

Detailed explanation of the selector button functions.

Camera Component Identification

Numbered list identifying camera parts and their corresponding page references.

Camera Displays

Shooting Mode Displays

Details on indicators displayed during shooting mode.

Playback Mode Displays and Battery Level

Indicators for playback mode and battery status.

Indicator Visibility Control

How to toggle the visibility of camera indicators.

First Steps

Inserting the Batteries

Step-by-step instructions for inserting camera batteries correctly.

Inserting the Memory Card

Instructions for inserting the memory card into the camera.

Removing the Memory Card

Procedures for safely removing the memory card.

Compatible Memory Cards

Information on approved memory card types and usage guidelines.

Memory Card Usage Notes

Important notes regarding memory card formatting and file management.

Turning the Camera On and Off

Procedures for powering the camera on and off in shooting and playback modes.

Auto Power Off Function

Explanation of the automatic power-off feature and its settings.

Basic Setup

Basic Photography and Playback

Taking Pictures in AUTO Mode

How to use the Scene Recognition (AUTO) mode for taking photos.

Framing and Holding the Camera

Techniques for framing shots and holding the camera steady.

Focusing and Shooting

How to focus the camera and take a picture.

Viewing Pictures

How to view photos on the camera's LCD monitor.

More on Photography

Choosing a Shooting Mode

How to select different shooting modes for various scenarios.

Shooting Mode Options

Overview of various scene modes and their descriptions.

Additional Shooting Modes

Additional scene modes and their descriptions.

PANORAMA Mode

Instructions for capturing panoramic images.

Focus Lock Technique

Technique for locking focus and exposure on off-center subjects.

Movies

Recording Movies

Step-by-step guide to shooting movies with sound.

Movie Recording Settings

Frame size selection and other settings for movie recording.

Viewing Movies

How to play back recorded movies on the camera.

Connections

Viewing Pictures on TV

Connecting the camera to a TV to display images.

Printing Pictures via USB

Connecting to a printer for direct photo printing.

Printing the DPOF Print Order

Creating print orders for compatible printers using DPOF.

Viewing Pictures on a Computer

Windows: Installing MyFinePix Studio

Installation guide for the FUJIFILM software on Windows.

Macintosh: Installing FinePixViewer

Installation guide for the FUJIFILM software on Macintosh.

Connecting the Camera to Computer

Steps to connect the camera to a computer for data transfer.

Uninstalling the Supplied Software

Instructions for removing FUJIFILM software from the computer.

Menus

Using the Shooting Menu

How to access and adjust settings in the shooting menu.

IMAGE SIZE Settings

How to choose image size and aspect ratio for photos.

IMAGE QUALITY and FINEPIX COLOR

Settings for image compression and color/contrast adjustments.

WHITE BALANCE and CONTINUOUS Shooting

Adjusting white balance and using continuous shooting modes.

FACE DETECTION, AF MODE, and Scene Modes

Settings for face detection, autofocus, panorama, and movie modes.

Using the Playback Menu

How to access and use the playback menu options.

Marking Pictures for Upload

Selecting pictures for upload to YouTube or Facebook.

SLIDE SHOW Options

How to create and view automated slide shows of pictures.

PROTECT and CROP Pictures

Protecting pictures from deletion and creating cropped copies.

RESIZE and IMAGE ROTATE Pictures

Creating resized copies and rotating pictures.

The Setup Menu

DATE/TIME, TIME DIFFERENCE, Language, SILENT MODE

Settings for clock, time zone, language, and silent mode.

RESET, FORMAT, and IMAGE DISPLAY Settings

Resetting settings, formatting cards, and adjusting image display duration.

FRAME NUMBERING and VOLUME Settings

Managing file numbering and adjusting camera sound volumes.

SOUND, VOLUME, and LCD Settings

Adjusting shutter sound, playback volume, and display settings.

AUTO POWER OFF and DIGITAL IS

Setting automatic power off and image stabilization features.

BLINK DETECTION Feature

Activating blink detection for portrait shots.

DIGITAL ZOOM and MOVIE ZOOM TYPE

Adjusting digital zoom and movie zoom types.

DISCHARGE (Ni-MH Batteries Only)

Discharging Ni-MH batteries for performance.

Technical Notes

Optional Accessories

Overview of available accessories for the camera.

Accessories from FUJIFILM

List of optional accessories available directly from FUJIFILM.

Storage and Use Precautions

Guidelines for storing and using the camera in various conditions.

Cleaning and Traveling Advice

Recommendations for cleaning the camera and travel tips.

Troubleshooting

Power and Battery Problems

Solutions for issues related to power and battery performance.

Menu/Display and Shooting Problems

Solutions for menu display issues and problems during shooting.

Additional Shooting Troubleshooting

Further solutions for shooting-related problems like focus and flash.

Playback Troubleshooting

Solutions for issues encountered during picture and movie playback.

Warning Messages and Displays

Battery and Focus Warnings

Warnings related to low/exhausted batteries and focus errors.

Memory Card Warnings

Explanations for card errors, full memory, and write/read errors.

Additional Warning Messages

Explains frame number limits, silent mode, and image manipulation errors.

Connection and Printer Warnings

Warnings related to device connections and printer errors.

Appendix

Tips and Tricks

Helpful tips and tricks for better camera performance and usage.

Intelligent Face Detection Tips

Specific tips for using the Intelligent Face Detection feature.

Pro Tips for Photography

Professional tips for improving photography in various scenarios.

Memory Card Capacity

Memory Card Capacity for AX550-AX590

Capacity table for specific camera models.

Memory Card Capacity for AX500-AX540

Capacity table for specific camera models.

Specifications

System Specifications

Details on the camera system, including digital zoom and aperture.

System Specs: Shutter, Focus, White Balance

Technical details on shutter speed, focus, and white balance.

System Specs: Self-timer, Flash, Modes

Specifications for self-timer, flash control, and flash modes.

System Specs: LCD, Movies, Languages

Specifications for LCD monitor, movie frame sizes, and supported languages.

System Specs: I/O, Power, Battery Life

Details on I/O terminals, power, and battery life measurements.

Camera Dimensions, Weight, and Operating Conditions

Physical dimensions, weight, and operating environment specifications.

Specifications Notices

Important notices regarding specifications, LCD monitor, and potential malfunctions.

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