Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR Manual

The Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR is a 12-megapixel digital camera featuring Fujifilm's Super CCD EXR sensor, 5x optical zoom (28-140mm equivalent), 3.0-inch LCD screen, EXR Auto mode for intelligent scene recognition, manual exposure controls, high sensitivity (ISO 12800), HD movie recording, and various shooting modes. Below are key sections for camera overview, basic operations, shooting modes, playback functions, settings, and troubleshooting.

1. Camera Overview 2. Basic Operations 3. Shooting Modes 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Functions 6. Playback and Editing 7. EXR Technology 8. Movie Recording 9. Care & Maintenance 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Camera Overview

Key components: EXR sensor, 5x optical zoom lens, 3.0-inch LCD monitor, Mode dial, Power button, Shutter button, Zoom lever, Flash, Battery compartment, Memory card slot.

Component	Description
Lens	Fujinon 5x optical zoom (28-140mm)
LCD Monitor	3.0-inch, 230,000 dots
Mode Dial	Selects shooting modes (Auto, EXR, SP, etc.)
Power Button	Turns camera on/off
Shutter Button	Half-press to focus, full press to capture
Zoom Lever	Controls optical/digital zoom
Flash	Auto, Red-eye reduction, Forced, Suppressed, Slow Sync
Battery Compartment	Holds NP-50 rechargeable battery
Memory Card Slot	Supports SD/SDHC cards
USB/AV Port	For computer connection and video output

Basic Operations

Getting started with your FinePix F200EXR.

Insert battery and memory card: Open compartment, insert NP-50 battery and SD card.
Charge battery: Use provided charger before first use.
Turn on camera: Press POWER button.
Set date/time: Follow on-screen prompts when first powered on.
Basic shooting: Point camera, half-press shutter to focus, full press to capture.

WARNING! Do not expose camera to water, extreme temperatures, or strong magnetic fields.

Shooting Modes

Various shooting modes for different scenarios.

EXR Auto: Camera automatically selects best settings for scene.
Manual Mode: Full control over aperture and shutter speed.
SP (Scene Position): Pre-set scenes (Portrait, Landscape, Night, etc.).
Natural Light & Flash: Takes two shots (with/without flash).
Movie Mode: Records HD movies (1280x720) with sound.

TIP: Use EXR Auto for quick, high-quality shots in varying conditions.

Specifications

Sensor: 12MP Super CCD EXR
Lens: Fujinon 5x optical zoom (28-140mm equivalent)
LCD: 3.0-inch, 230,000 dots
ISO Sensitivity: 100-12800 (at reduced resolution)
Shooting Modes: Auto, EXR, Manual, SP, Movie
Movie Recording: 1280x720 HD, 24fps
Storage: SD/SDHC memory card
Power: NP-50 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Dimensions: 97.7 x 58.9 x 23.4 mm
Weight: 175g (without battery and card)

Controls and Functions

Camera controls and menu functions explained.

External Controls: Power, Shutter, Zoom lever, Mode dial, Playback button, Display button, Menu/OK button, Navigation buttons.

Menu Functions: Shooting menu (Image size, Quality, ISO, White Balance), Setup menu (Date/Time, Sounds, LCD brightness), Playback menu (Slide show, Protect, Crop).

EXR Settings: HR (High Resolution), DR (Wide Dynamic Range), SN (High Sensitivity & Low Noise).

Playback and Editing

Viewing and managing your photos.

Playback: Press PLAYBACK button to view images.
Zoom: Use zoom lever to magnify images during playback.
Slide show: Automatically displays all images.
Protect: Prevents accidental deletion.
Erase: Delete single or multiple images.
Crop: Trim images to desired composition.

Note: Use protective case when not in use to prevent scratches.

EXR Technology

Fujifilm's advanced EXR sensor technology.

The Super CCD EXR sensor offers three operating modes:

HR (High Resolution) Priority: Full 12MP resolution for detailed shots
SN (High Sensitivity & Low Noise) Priority: Better performance in low light
DR (Wide Dynamic Range) Priority: Preserves details in highlights and shadows

Benefit: Automatically selects optimal mode in EXR Auto setting.

Movie Recording

Recording high-definition movies.

Set mode dial to Movie position.
Press shutter button to start recording.
Press shutter button again to stop.
Maximum recording time depends on memory card capacity.
Use zoom during recording (optical zoom only).

WARNING! Do not point camera at sun or bright light sources during recording.

Care & Maintenance

Proper care for your camera.

Cleaning: Use soft, dry cloth for lens and LCD. Use blower for sensor dust.
Storage: Store in cool, dry place with battery removed.
Battery: Charge fully before long-term storage.
Lens cap: Use when camera not in use.

CAUTION! Never use alcohol, thinner, or other chemicals for cleaning.

Regulatory Information

FCC compliance: Class B digital device. Copyright © Fujifilm Corporation. All rights reserved. Fujifilm and FinePix are trademarks of FUJIFILM Corporation. For technical support, visit www.fujifilm.com/support or contact your local Fujifilm service center.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Camera won't turn on	Battery depleted/incorrectly inserted	Charge battery; ensure proper insertion.
Blurry images	Camera shake/focus issues	Use tripod; ensure proper focus; clean lens.
Memory card error	Card damaged/not formatted	Format card in camera; try different card.
Battery drains quickly	Heavy flash/LCD use	Reduce flash use; lower LCD brightness.
Cannot record movies	Insufficient card space/wrong mode	Free up space; set to Movie mode.

Reset: Use reset function in setup menu if camera behaves unexpectedly.

Service: Contact authorized Fujifilm service center for repairs.