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FujiFilm FINEPIX JX500 Series User Manual

FujiFilm FINEPIX JX500 Series
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FINEPIX JX500 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 un-
derstood its contents and the
warnings in “For Your Safety
(P ii) before using the camera.
For information on related products, visit our website at
http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/index.html
EN
Before You Begin
First Steps
Basic Photography and Playback
More on Photography
More on Playback
Movies
Connections
Menus
Technical Notes
Troubleshooting
Appendix
BL01628-201

Table of Contents

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FujiFilm FINEPIX JX500 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFujiFilm
ModelFINEPIX JX500 Series
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

For Your Safety

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Crucial safety guidelines for operating the camera, covering general precautions and specific warnings.

Safety Notes and Icons

General safety precautions and explanations of warning and caution icons used in the manual.

Battery and Power Supply Precautions

Guidelines for safe battery handling, charging, storage, and notes on Li-ion and AA batteries.

Camera Handling and Care

Precautions for storing, using, cleaning, and traveling with the camera.

About This Manual

Manual Structure Overview

Briefly describes the manual's sections and how to use it for information retrieval.

Frequently-Used Buttons

Camera Button Functions

Explains common buttons like DISP/BACK and selector for basic operations.

Turning Camera On/Off in Modes

How to switch the camera between shooting and playback modes.

Before You Begin

Symbols and Conventions

Explains symbols used in the manual for clarity and understanding.

Supplied Accessories

Lists and illustrates items included with the camera.

Attaching the Strap

Provides step-by-step instructions on how to attach the camera strap.

Parts of the Camera

Identifies and labels external camera components and their functions.

Camera Displays

Explains the various indicators shown on the LCD monitor during shooting and playback.

First Steps

Inserting the Battery and a Memory Card

Step-by-step guide for installing the battery and memory card.

Compatible Memory Cards

Information on approved memory card types and usage precautions.

Charging the Battery

Instructions for charging the camera battery using AC adapter or computer.

Turning the Camera on and Off

Procedures for powering the camera on and off in different modes.

Basic Setup

Initial camera setup, including language and date/time settings.

Basic Photography and Playback

Taking Pictures in SR (Scene Recognition) Mode

How to use automatic scene recognition for taking photos.

Holding the Camera

Tips for steady camera handling to ensure sharp images.

Focusing and Shooting

How to focus and take a picture using the shutter button.

Viewing Pictures

How to review captured images on the camera's LCD.

More on Photography

Choosing a Shooting Mode

Guide to selecting different shooting modes for various scenes.

Shooting Mode Options

Detailed descriptions of available shooting modes like AUTO, PORTRAIT, NIGHT.

Panorama Mode

Instructions for capturing panoramic images by stitching multiple shots.

Focus Lock

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

Exposure Compensation

How to adjust exposure for bright or dark scenes.

Macro Mode (Close-ups)

How to enable macro mode for close-up photography.

Using the Flash (Intelligent Flash)

Explains intelligent flash modes and their usage.

Using the Self-Timer

How to use the self-timer for delayed shots.

Intelligent Face Detection

How the camera automatically detects and focuses on faces.

Face Recognition

Feature to store and prioritize recognized faces for better shooting.

More on Playback

Playback Options

Overview of functions available during image playback.

Favorites: Rating Pictures

How to rate images to mark them as favorites.

Playback Zoom

How to zoom in and out on images during playback.

Multi-Frame Playback

Viewing multiple images simultaneously on the LCD.

Deleting Pictures

Methods for deleting individual, multiple, or all images.

Image Search

How to search for pictures by criteria like date, face, or scene.

PhotoBook Assist

Functionality to create photo books from selected images.

Viewing/Editing/Deleting Photobooks

Managing created photo books.

Viewing Panoramas

How to play back captured panoramic images.

Movies

Recording Movies

Steps to start and stop movie recording.

Zoom Adjustment During Recording

How to adjust zoom while filming movies.

Viewing Movies

How to play back recorded movie clips.

Connections

Viewing Pictures on TV

Connecting the camera to a TV to display photos and videos.

Printing Pictures via USB

Direct printing from the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer.

Printing the DPOF Print Order

Creating a digital print order for compatible printers.

Viewing Pictures on a Computer

Copying, viewing, and organizing photos on a computer using supplied software.

Menus

Using the Shooting Menu

Navigating and adjusting settings in the shooting menu.

ISO Sensitivity

Controls camera sensitivity to light for better exposure.

Image Size and Aspect Ratio

Selecting resolution and aspect ratio for captured images.

Image Quality

Choosing compression levels for image files.

FinePix Color

Adjusting contrast, saturation, or choosing black and white.

White Balance

Adjusting colors to match different lighting conditions.

Continuous Shooting

Capturing a sequence of images rapidly.

Face Detection Settings

Configuring automatic face detection for focus and exposure.

AF Mode

Selecting focus area methods for shooting.

Face Recognition

Managing a database of recognized faces for prioritized shooting.

Panorama Mode

Settings for capturing panoramic shots.

Movie AF Mode

AF settings specifically for movie recording.

Movie Mode

Selecting frame size and quality for movies.

Using the Playback Menu

Navigating and adjusting settings in the playback menu.

Photobook Assist

Functionality to create photo books from selected images.

Image Search

How to search for pictures by criteria like date, face, or scene.

Erasing Pictures

Methods for deleting individual, multiple, or all images.

Movie Editing

Trimming or joining movie clips.

Mark for Upload

Selecting pictures for uploading to YouTube or Facebook.

Slide Show

Viewing pictures in an automated slide show.

Protecting Pictures

Preventing accidental deletion of images.

Cropping Pictures

Creating a cropped copy of an image.

Resizing Pictures

Creating a smaller copy of an image.

Rotating Pictures

Changing the orientation of images.

Erase Face Recognition

Removing face recognition links from images.

Print Order (DPOF)

Creating a digital print order for compatible printers.

The Setup Menu

Using the Setup Menu

How to access and navigate the camera's setup options.

Date/Time Settings

Setting the camera's internal clock and date.

Time Difference

Adjusting the clock for different time zones when traveling.

Language Selection

Choosing the display language for menus and messages.

Silent Mode

Disabling camera sounds and lights for discreet shooting.

Resetting Settings

Restoring camera settings to their default values.

Formatting Memory Cards

Preparing memory cards for use by erasing all data.

Image Display Settings

Controlling how long images are displayed after shooting.

Frame Numbering

Managing file naming conventions for images.

Operation Volume

Adjusting the volume of button sounds and camera operations.

Shutter Volume

Adjusting the sound made when taking a picture.

Shutter Sound

Choosing the sound produced by the shutter.

Playback Volume

Adjusting the volume for movie playback.

LCD Brightness

Controlling the brightness of the camera's LCD screen.

LCD Mode

Selecting display modes to save power.

Auto Power Off

Setting the camera to turn off automatically after inactivity.

Digital Image Stabilization

Enabling digital stabilization to reduce blur.

Blink Detection

Feature to warn about subjects blinking in photos.

Digital Zoom

Using digital zoom for additional magnification beyond optical zoom.

Movie Zoom Type

Selecting zoom behavior and sound recording during movies.

Background Color

Changing the display's color scheme.

Guidance Display

Enabling or disabling on-screen tool tips.

Video System

Selecting the video output standard (NTSC or PAL).

Date Stamp

Adding shooting date and time information to images.

Technical Notes

Optional Accessories

Lists available camera accessories from Fujifilm and third parties.

Computer Related

Connecting the camera to a computer for photo transfer.

Printing

Information on printing photos from the camera.

Audio/Visual

Connecting the camera to TVs or players.

Accessories from FUJIFILM

Details on specific optional accessories available from the manufacturer.

Caring for the Camera

Important precautions for maintaining the camera's condition.

Storage and Use

Guidelines for storing and using the camera to prevent damage.

Water and Sand Precautions

Warnings about exposure to water and sand.

Condensation

How to handle condensation buildup inside the camera.

Cleaning the Camera

Instructions for cleaning the lens, LCD, and camera body.

Traveling Tips

Advice on carrying the camera while traveling.

Troubleshooting

Problems and Solutions (Power and Battery)

Diagnosing and resolving issues related to camera power and battery.

Problems and Solutions (Menus, Displays, Shooting)

Resolving issues with camera menus, displays, and shooting functions.

Problems and Solutions (Shooting continued)

Further troubleshooting for shooting problems like focus and flash.

Problems and Solutions (Connections/Miscellaneous)

Troubleshooting connection issues and general camera behavior.

Warning Messages and Displays

Explains common error messages and warnings shown on the LCD.

Appendix

Tips and Tricks

Helpful advice for optimizing camera performance and usage.

Battery Performance Tips

Settings to improve battery life.

Self-Timer Tips

Advice on using the self-timer effectively.

Intelligent Face Detection Usage

Advanced uses of the face detection feature.

Pro Tips

Expert advice for challenging shooting situations.

Memory Card Capacity

Table showing expected number of photos/movies based on card size.

Specifications

Technical details and features of the camera.

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