Fujifilm FinePix Z300 Manual

The Fujifilm FinePix Z300 is a stylish 10-megapixel digital camera with 5x optical zoom, 2.7-inch LCD touchscreen, Face Detection technology, Dual Image Stabilization, HD movie recording, Smart Scene Recognition (SR Auto), automatic red-eye removal, and various shooting modes. Powered by NP-45A lithium-ion battery. Below are key sections for features, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Package Contents 3. Getting Started 4. Specifications 5. Camera Controls 6. Basic Shooting 7. Playback and Editing 8. Settings Menu 9. Care & Maintenance 10. Warranty Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: 10MP CCD sensor, Fujinon 5x optical zoom lens, 2.7-inch LCD touchscreen, built-in flash, SD/SDHC card slot.

Feature	Description
Image Sensor	10 megapixel CCD
Zoom Lens	5x optical zoom, 6.3-31.5mm (35mm equivalent: 36-180mm)
LCD Display	2.7-inch TFT color LCD monitor (230,000 dots)
Image Stabilization	Dual IS (CCD shift and high sensitivity)
Movie Recording	HD 720p at 30fps with stereo sound
Face Detection	Automatic detection and optimization
Scene Recognition	SR Auto for automatic scene selection
Battery	NP-45A lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Storage	SD/SDHC memory card (internal memory approx. 50MB)
Connectivity	USB 2.0, AV output

Package Contents

Unpack and verify all items are present.

FinePix Z300 digital camera
NP-45A lithium-ion battery
Battery charger BC-45
USB cable
A/V cable
Wrist strap
CD-ROM (FinePix Viewer software)
Owner's manual

WARNING! Keep small parts away from children to prevent choking hazard.

Getting Started

Prepare your camera for first use.

Charge battery: Connect charger to power outlet, insert battery (approx. 2 hours).
Insert battery and memory card: Open battery compartment, insert correctly.
Set language: Power on camera, select language in setup menu.
Set date and time: Follow on-screen prompts to configure.
Attach wrist strap for safety.

CAUTION! Use only specified battery and charger to prevent damage.

Specifications

Image Sensor: 1/2.3-inch CCD, 10 million effective pixels
Lens: Fujinon 5x optical zoom, f=6.3-31.5mm
Digital Zoom: Approx. 6.7x (combined with optical: 33.5x)
LCD Monitor: 2.7-inch TFT color, approx. 230,000 dots
Focus: Auto focus (Multi, Center, Tracking)
Exposure Control: Programmed AE
Shooting Modes: Auto, Natural Light, Portrait, Landscape, etc.
ISO Sensitivity: Auto, ISO 100/200/400/800/1600/3200
Flash: Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Sync
Power Supply: NP-45A lithium-ion battery
Dimensions: 91.5 x 56.5 x 20.5 mm
Weight: Approx. 130g (excluding battery and memory card)

Camera Controls

Familiarize yourself with camera buttons and functions.

Top Panel: POWER button, Shutter button, Zoom lever

Rear Panel: PLAYBACK button, DISP/BACK button, MENU/OK button, Arrow pad

Touchscreen Functions: Touch Shutter, Touch AF, Shooting mode selection

Mode Dial: Auto, Manual, Scene Position (SP), Movie mode

Basic Shooting

Take photos and record videos easily.

Power on camera: Press POWER button.
Select shooting mode: Use mode dial or touchscreen.
Compose shot: Use LCD monitor to frame your subject.
Focus: Half-press shutter button for auto focus.
Take photo: Fully press shutter button.
Zoom: Use zoom lever for optical/digital zoom.
Flash: Press flash button to select flash mode.
Movie recording: Switch to movie mode, press shutter to start/stop.

Tip: Use tripod in low light conditions for sharper images.

Playback and Editing

View and manage your photos and videos.

Playback mode: Press PLAYBACK button.
Navigate images: Use arrow buttons or swipe touchscreen.
Zoom in: Press zoom lever toward T to magnify.
Delete images: Press trash can button, confirm deletion.
Slide show: Access from playback menu for automatic display.
Protect images: Mark important files to prevent accidental deletion.
Basic editing: Crop, resize, and red-eye removal in camera.

WARNING! Format memory card regularly for optimal performance.

Settings Menu

Customize camera settings to your preference.

Menu Category	Available Settings
Image Quality	Image size (10M/5M/3M), Quality (Fine/Normal)
Camera Settings	AF mode, Continuous shooting, Self-timer
Setup Menu	Date/Time, Language, Sound settings, Format
Playback Menu	Slide show, Image rotation, Print order
Movie Settings	Movie quality (HD/640/320), Movie sound

Care & Maintenance

Proper care ensures long camera life.

Cleaning: Use soft, dry cloth for camera body and LCD
Lens cleaning: Use lens cleaning paper or blower brush
Storage: Store in cool, dry place with battery removed
Avoid: Extreme temperatures, humidity, sand, dust
Battery: Charge fully before long-term storage

CAUTION! Never use alcohol or solvents for cleaning.

Warranty Information

Fujifilm Limited Warranty: 1 year for camera body, 6 months for accessories. Proof of purchase required. Warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Does not cover accidental damage, misuse, or unauthorized repairs. For service, contact authorized Fujifilm service centers.

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; enable image stabilization.
Memory card error	Card damaged/incorrect format	Try different card; format card in camera.
Flash not working	Flash mode setting/battery low	Change flash mode; charge battery.
Touchscreen unresponsive	Screen dirty/protective film	Clean screen; remove protective film if applicable.
Battery drains quickly	Frequent flash use/LCD brightness	Reduce flash use; lower LCD brightness.

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

Support: Visit www.fujifilm.com/support or contact local Fujifilm service center.