Fujifilm FinePix S2100HD Manual

The Fujifilm FinePix S2100HD is a 10-megapixel digital camera with 15x optical zoom, 3.0-inch LCD monitor, HD movie recording capability, image stabilization, face detection technology, and various shooting modes. Features include manual exposure controls, high sensitivity up to ISO 6400, panorama mode, and xD-Picture Card/SD/SDHC memory card compatibility. 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. HD Movie Recording 8. Settings Menu 9. Care & Maintenance 10. Warranty Information 11. Troubleshooting

Camera Overview

Key components: Lens with 15x optical zoom, 3.0-inch LCD monitor, Mode dial, Power button, Shutter button, Zoom lever, Flash, Battery compartment, Memory card slot.

Component	Description
Lens	15x optical zoom, 28-420mm equivalent
LCD Monitor	3.0-inch, 230,000 dots
Mode Dial	Selects shooting modes (Auto, Manual, Scene, etc.)
Power Button	Turns camera on/off
Shutter Button	Half-press to focus, full press to capture
Zoom Lever	Controls optical and digital zoom
Flash	Built-in pop-up flash with multiple modes
Battery Compartment	Holds 4 AA batteries
Memory Card Slot	Compatible with xD-Picture Card/SD/SDHC
HDMI Port	For HD video output

Basic Operations

Getting started with your FinePix S2100HD camera.

Insert batteries: Open compartment, insert 4 AA batteries observing polarity.
Insert memory card: Open card slot cover, insert card with label facing LCD.
Power on: Press POWER button, lens extends automatically.
First setup: Set date, time, and language when prompted.
Basic shooting: Half-press shutter to focus, then fully press to capture.

WARNING! Do not force lens or memory card. Keep camera away from water and extreme temperatures.

Shooting Modes

Various shooting modes for different photography situations.

Auto Mode: Camera automatically selects optimal settings.
Manual Mode: Full control over aperture, shutter speed, and ISO.
Scene Modes: Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Night, etc.
Natural Light Mode: Shooting without flash in low light.
Panorama Mode: Capture wide panoramic shots.
Movie Mode: Record HD movies with sound.

TIP: Use tripod for low-light shooting and panorama mode for best results.

Specifications

Image Sensor: 10 megapixels, 1/2.3-inch CCD
Lens: 15x optical zoom, f=5.0-75mm (28-420mm equivalent)
LCD Monitor: 3.0-inch, 230,000 dots
ISO Sensitivity: Auto, 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400
Shooting Modes: Auto, Program, Manual, Scene, Movie
Movie Recording: 720p HD (1280x720) with monaural sound
Storage: xD-Picture Card, SD, SDHC memory cards
Power Source: 4 AA batteries (alkaline, Ni-MH, lithium)
Dimensions: 110.2 x 79.3 x 81.4 mm
Weight: Approx. 386g (without batteries and memory card)

Controls and Functions

Main camera controls and their functions.

Front Controls: Shutter button, Zoom lever, Lens, Self-timer lamp, Microphone

Rear Controls: Mode dial, Playback button, Display button, Menu/OK button, Navigation buttons, Delete button

Top Controls: Power button, Flash button, Exposure compensation button

Functions: Face Detection (up to 10 faces), Image Stabilization, Red-eye Removal, Continuous Shooting, Self-timer (2sec/10sec), Macro Mode, Flash Modes (Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Sync)

Playback and Editing

Viewing and managing your photos and videos.

Playback: Press PLAYBACK button to view captured images.
Zoom playback: Use zoom lever to magnify images during playback.
Slide show: Automatically displays images with transition effects.
Image deletion: Delete single or multiple images.
Protect images: Prevent accidental deletion of important photos.
Crop function: Trim images to desired composition.
Red-eye removal: Automatically corrects red-eye in portraits.

Note: Protected images cannot be deleted until protection is removed.

HD Movie Recording

Recording high-definition movies with your camera.

Select Movie Mode: Turn mode dial to movie icon.
Start recording: Press shutter button fully to begin recording.
During recording: Red recording indicator appears on LCD.
Stop recording: Press shutter button again to stop.
Playback movies: Use playback mode to view recorded movies.
Movie settings: Adjust resolution and quality in movie menu.

WARNING! Continuous recording time may be limited by memory card capacity and battery life.

Settings Menu

Camera settings and customization options.

Menu Category	Available Settings
Image Quality	Fine/Normal, Image Size (10M, 5M, 3M, 2M, etc.)
Camera Settings	Date/Time, Sound Settings, Power Save, Language
Setup Menu	Format, LCD Brightness, Video Output, Reset
Shooting Settings	White Balance, ISO, Metering, Continuous, Self-timer
Playback Settings	Slide Show, Protect, Crop, Red-eye Removal

Care & Maintenance

Proper care and cleaning of your FinePix S2100HD camera.

Lens cleaning: Use lens cleaning paper or blower brush only.
LCD cleaning: Use soft, dry cloth; avoid pressure.
Battery care: Remove batteries if camera not used for extended period.
Storage: Store in cool, dry place with lens retracted.
Memory cards: Format regularly in camera for optimal performance.

CAUTION! Never use alcohol, thinner, or other solvents for cleaning. Avoid touching lens surface directly.

Warranty Information

Fujifilm Limited Warranty: 1-year limited warranty from date of purchase. Warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship. Does not cover accidental damage, misuse, or normal wear and tear. For warranty service, contact authorized Fujifilm service center with proof of purchase.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause	Solution
Camera won't turn on	Dead batteries	Replace with fresh batteries; check polarity
Blurry images	Camera shake/focus issues	Use tripod; enable image stabilization; ensure proper focus
Memory card error	Card not inserted properly	Reinsert card; format card in camera
Flash not working	Flash mode setting	Change flash mode; check battery level
Battery drains quickly	Old batteries/LCD usage	Use fresh Ni-MH batteries; reduce LCD usage
Cannot record movies	Memory card speed	Use Class 4 or higher SD card; ensure sufficient space

Reset: Menu > Setup > Reset to restore factory defaults.

Support: Fujifilm Customer Support: 1-800-800-3854 / www.fujifilmusa.com