Fujifilm FinePix S8200 Manual

The Fujifilm FinePix S8200 is a 16.2-megapixel digital bridge camera with 40x optical zoom, 3-inch LCD screen, full HD video recording, optical image stabilization, manual shooting modes, and various scene recognition features. Below are key sections for camera overview, basic operations, shooting modes, settings, playback, and troubleshooting.

Features at a Glance

Key components: 16.2MP CMOS sensor, 40x optical zoom lens, 3.0-inch LCD monitor, built-in flash, various shooting modes, and HD video recording capability.

Feature	Description
Image Sensor	16.2 megapixel CMOS
Optical Zoom	40x (24-960mm equivalent)
LCD Screen	3.0-inch TFT color LCD monitor
Video Recording	Full HD 1080p at 60fps
Image Stabilization	Lens-shift type optical stabilization
Shooting Modes	Auto, Program, Manual, Scene positions
ISO Range	100-12800
Battery	Li-ion battery (included)
Storage	SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
Connectivity	USB 2.0, HDMI mini connector

Camera Overview

Familiarize yourself with camera controls and components.

1. Front: Lens, built-in flash, AF assist illuminator, grip
2. Top: Mode dial, shutter button, zoom lever, power button
3. Back: LCD screen, playback button, menu button, navigation buttons
4. Sides: USB/AV port, HDMI port, tripod socket
5. Bottom: Battery/memory card compartment

WARNING! Do not touch lens surface directly; use lens cap when not in use.

Basic Setup

Prepare your camera for first use.

1. Charge battery: Connect charger, charge until indicator turns off
2. Insert battery and memory card: Open compartment, insert correctly
3. Set date/time: Press MENU, navigate to SETUP, set date and time
4. Basic shooting: Turn mode dial to AUTO, half-press shutter to focus

CAUTION! Use only Fujifilm-approved battery and charger.

Specifications

• Sensor: 16.2MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS
• Lens: Fujinon 40x optical zoom (24-960mm equivalent)
• LCD: 3.0-inch 460K-dot TFT LCD
• Video: Full HD 1920x1080 60fps with stereo sound
• ISO: 100-12800
• Shutter Speed: 8 sec to 1/2000 sec
• Battery: NP-50 Li-ion battery
• Dimensions: 122 x 87 x 116 mm
• Weight: 670g (including battery and memory card)

Shooting Modes

Select appropriate shooting mode using mode dial.

Auto Mode: Camera selects optimal settings automatically

Program Mode: Auto exposure with manual control over other settings

Manual Mode: Full control over shutter speed and aperture

Scene Modes: Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Night, Fireworks, etc.

SP Mode: Advanced scene recognition with 58 predefined scenes

Video Mode: Record full HD movies with stereo sound

Camera Settings

Access settings via MENU button. Navigate with arrow buttons, confirm with OK.

Shooting Menu: Image size, quality, ISO, white balance, continuous shooting

Setup Menu: Date/time, sound settings, power save, format memory card

Playback Menu: Slide show, protect images, rotate, DPOF printing

Custom Settings: Button customization, AF mode, display options

Flash Modes: Auto, forced flash, slow sync, red-eye reduction

Playback & Transfer

View and transfer your photos and videos.

1. Playback: Press PLAYBACK button, navigate with arrow buttons
2. Zoom: Use zoom lever to magnify images during playback
3. Delete: Press trash button to delete unwanted images
4. Transfer to computer: Connect USB cable, follow on-screen prompts
5. HDMI output: Connect to HDTV for large-screen viewing

Tip: Use card reader for faster file transfer to computer.

Advanced Features

Explore advanced camera capabilities.

1. Manual focus: Switch to MF mode, use navigation buttons to focus
2. Continuous shooting: Up to 10 frames per second at full resolution
3. Motion panorama: Capture wide panoramic shots automatically
4. Advanced filters: Toy camera, miniature, pop color, partial color
5. Face detection: Automatically detects and optimizes for faces
6. Smile shutter: Automatically captures when subject smiles
7. Blink detection: Warns if subject blinked during capture
8. Pet detection: Optimizes settings for pet photography

WARNING! Use tripod for long zoom shots to avoid camera shake.

Care & Maintenance

Proper care ensures long camera life.

Cleaning: Use blower for dust, lens pen for lens, soft cloth for body

Storage: Remove battery for long-term storage, keep in dry place

Lens protection: Always use lens cap when not shooting

CAUTION! Do not expose to extreme temperatures or humidity.

Regulatory Information

FCC compliance: Class B digital device. CE marking for European market. RoHS compliant. Copyright © Fujifilm Corporation. For 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 faster shutter speed/tripod; check focus mode.
Memory card error	Card damaged/not formatted	Format card in camera; try different card.
Flash not working	Flash mode setting/battery low	Change flash mode; charge battery.
Battery drains quickly	Frequent LCD use/old battery	Reduce LCD usage; replace battery if old.

Reset: Menu > Setup > Reset to restore default settings.

Service: Contact authorized Fujifilm service center for repairs.