Thank you for your purchase of this
product. This manual describes
how to use your FUJIFILM FinePix
J20 or J25 digital camera and the
supplied software. Be sure that
you have read and understood its
contents before using the camera.
For information on related products, visit our website at
http://www.fujifilm.com/products/index.html
More on Photography
More on Playback
Movies
Connections
Menus
Technical Notes
Tro ubl esh oot ing
Appendix
Camera Q & A
Camera Setup
Question
Key phrase
See page
Tak ing Pictures
Question
Key phrase
See page
Find items by task.
Camera Setup
Question
How do I set the camera clock?Date and time12
Can I set the clock to local time when I travel?Time di erence77
How do I keep the monitor from turning o automatically?Auto power o 76
How do I stop the camera beeping and clicking?
What are the parts of the camera called?Parts of the camera2
What do the icons in the monitor mean?Monitor3
How do I use the menus?Menus55
What’s behind that ashing icon or error message in the monitor?Messages and displays86
How much charge is left in the battery?Battery level13
Tak ing Pictures
Question
How many pictures can I take?Memory capacity91
Is there a quick and easy way to take snapshots?
How can I make good portraits?Intelligent Face Detection18
Can the camera automatically select the most suitable mode?
Is there a simple way to adjust settings for di erent scenes?Shooting mode28
How do I shoot close-ups?Macro mode (Close-ups)23
How do I keep the ash from ring?
How do I “ ll-in” shadows on back-lit subjects?
How do I take a group portrait that includes the photographer?Self-timer mode26
Operation and shutter volume72
ii
Key phrase
Silent mode25
Key phrase
k mode
G mode
Flash mode24How do I stop my subjects’ eyes glowing red when I use the ash?
See page
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13
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Camera Q & A
Question
Key phrase
See page
Viewing Pictures
Question
Key phrase
See page
Sharing Pictures
Question
Key phrase
See page
Question
How do I frame pictures with the subject o to one side?Focus lock21
How do I shoot movies?Recording movies38
Viewing Pictures
Question
How do I view my pictures?Single-frame playback32
Is there a simple way to delete one image?Deleting pictures17
How do I delete one or all images at once?Erase36
Can I zoom in on pictures during playback?Playback zoom33
How do I view a lot of pictures at once?Multi-frame playback34
How do I view all pictures taken on the same day?Sort by date35
Can I protect my pictures from accidental deletion?Protect66
Can I hide the icons in the monitor when viewing my pictures?Choosing a display format32
How do I view my pictures on TV?Viewing pictures on TV41
Sharing Pictures
Question
Can I print pictures on my home printer?Printing pictures42
Can I copy my pictures to my computer?Viewing pictures on a computer48
Key phrase
Key phrase
Key phrase
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Before You Begin
First Steps
Basic Photography and Playback
More on Photography
More on Playback
Movies
Connections
Table of Contents
Camera Q & A ..................................................................................... ii
Camera Setup ............................................................................... ii
Taking Pictures ............................................................................. ii
This manual is for use with the following FinePix cameras: the J20 and J25. The J20 has a 2.7-inch
monitor; the J25 has a 3.0-inch monitor. All operations are identical; save where otherwise noted, the
illustrations in this manual show the J25. Before using the camera, read this Owner’s Manual and the
other supplied documents. For information on speci c topics, consult the sources below.
Camera Q & A
Know what you want to do but don’t know the
name for it? Find the answer in “Camera Q & A.”
Troubleshooting
Having a speci c problem with the camera?
Find the answer here.
Glossary
The meanings of some technical terms may be
found here.
Memory Cards
Pictures can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on optional SD and SDHC memory cards. In this
manual, SD memory cards are referred to as “memory cards.” For more information, see page 8.
The “Table of Contents” gives an overview of the
entire manual. The principal camera operations
are listed here.
Warning Messages and Displays
Find out what’s behind that ashing icon or
error message in the monitor.
Restrictions on Camera Settings
See another supplied document for restrictions
on the options available in each shooting mode.
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pg. iv
pg. 86
Introduction
Symbols and Conventions
Supplied Accessories
Symbols and Conventions
The following symbols are used in this manual:
C Caution: This information should be read before use to ensure correct operation.A Note: Points to note when using the camera.B Tip: Additional information that may be helpful when using the camera.
Menus and other text in the camera monitor are shown in bold. In the illustrations in this manual, the
monitor display may be simpli ed for explanatory purposes.
Supplied Accessories
The following items are included with the camera:
FinePix software CD
(IMPORTANT: read
the End User License
Agreement before
opening.)
(may be distributed
on CD in some
countries or regions)
NP-45 rechargeable
battery
Strap
or
BC-45A battery charger (with
power cable or built-in plug)
Att aching the StrapOwner’s Manual
Attach the strap as shown.
USB cable
Before You Begin
1
Parts of the Camera
Parts of the Camera
18
19
20
For more information, refer to the page listed to the right of each item.
The battery is not charged at shipment. Charge the battery before use.
Place the battery in the charger.
1
Insert the battery into the supplied battery
charger as shown, making sure that the
First Steps
battery is in the correct orientation. The
battery charger comes in one of two types,
depending on the country or region of sale:
one with a built-in plug that plugs directly
into the power outlet (A), and another that
connects to the power outlet via a power
cable (B).
Battery charger
(type A)
Battery charger
(type B)
4
Rechargeable battery
Arrow
Ter mi nal s
Plug the charger in.
2
Plug the charger into a power outlet. The
charging indicator will light.
Type AType B
The Charging Indicator
The charging indicator shows battery charge
status as follows:
Charging indicator
O
Glows
BlinksBattery fault.
Battery status
Battery not
inserted.
Battery fully
charged.
Battery
charging.
Action
Insert the
battery.
Remove the
battery.
—
Unplug the
charger and
remove the
battery.
Charge the battery.
3
C Cautions: Caring for the Batter y
• Do not a x stickers or other objects to the battery.
Failure to observe this precaution could make it
impossible to remove the battery from the camera.
• Do not short the battery terminals. The battery
could overheat.
• Use only NP-45 batteries. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in product malfunction.
• Do not remove the labels from the battery or
attempt to split or peel the outer casing.
• The battery gradually loses its charge when not in
use. Charge the battery one or two days before use.
• Read the supplied documentation for additional
cautions concerning battery use.
C Caution: Bat tery Life
A noticeable decrease in the length of time the
battery will hold a charge indicates that it has reached
the end of its service life and should be replaced.
C Cautions: Using the Battery Charger
• Unplug the charger when it is not in use.
• Remove dirt from the battery terminals with a clean,
dry cloth. Failure to observe this precaution could
prevent the battery from charging.
• Charging times increase at low temperatures.
Charging the Battery
First Steps
5
Inserting the Battery
After charging the battery, insert it in the camera as described below.
Open the battery-chamber cover.
1
A Note
Be sure the camera is o before opening the
battery-chamber cover.
C Cautions
• Do not open the battery-chamber cover
when the camera is on. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in damage to image
les or memory cards.
• Do not use excessive force when handling the
battery-chamber cover.
6
Insert the battery.
2
Check the label in the battery-chamber.
Face the gold contacts downward and
insert the battery into the battery-chamber,
pressing the battery latch with the battery
in the direction shown below. Con rm that
the battery is securely latched.
Label
Battery latch
C Caution
Insert the battery in the correct orientation. Do
NOT use force or attempt to insert the battery
upside down or backwards. The camera will not
function if the battery is inserted backwards or
upside down.
Inserting the Battery
Close the battery-chamber cover.
3
Removing the Battery
After turning the camera o , open the batterychamber cover, press the battery latch to the top,
and slide the battery out of the camera as shown.
Battery latch
C Caution
Turn the camera o before removing the battery.
First Steps
7
Inserting a Memory Card
■
Compatible Memory Cards
Write-protect switch
Although the camera can store pictures in internal memory, SD memory cards (sold separately) can
be used to store additional pictures.
When no memory card is inserted, d appears in the monitor and internal memory is used for recording
and playback. Note that because camera malfunction could cause internal memory to become
corrupted, the pictures in internal memory should periodically be transferred to a computer and
saved on the computer hard disk or on removable media such as CDs or DVDs. The pictures in
internal memory can also be copied to a memory card (see page 67). To prevent internal memory
from becoming full, be sure to delete pictures when they are no longer needed.
When a memory card is inserted as described below, the card will be used for recording and playback.
■
Compatible Memory Cards
SanDisk SD and SDHC memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the camera. A
complete list of approved memory cards is available at http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/index.html. Operation is not guaranteed with other cards. The camera can not be used with
MultiMediaCard (MMC) or xD-Picture cards.
C Caution
Memory cards can be locked, making it impossible to format the card or to record
or delete images. Before inserting a memory card, slide the write-protect switch to
the unlocked position.
Write-protect switch
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Inserting a Memory Card
■■ Inserting a Memory Card
Inserting a Memory Card
Open the battery-chamber cover.
1
Insert the memory card.
2
Holding the memory card in the orientation
shown below, slide it all the way in.
Battery
Be sure card is in correct
orientation; do not insert
at an angle or use force.
Gold contacts
Close the battery-chamber cover.
3
Removing Memory Cards
Be sure the camera is o before opening the batterychamber cover. Press the card in and then release it
slowly. The card can now be removed by hand.
C Cautions
• The memory card may spring out if you remove
your nger immediately after pushing the card in.
• Memory cards may be warm to the touch after
being removed from the camera. This is normal
and does not indicate a malfunction.
First Steps
9
Inserting a Memory Card
C Cautions
• Format memory cards before rst use, and be sure to reformat all memory cards after using them in a
computer or other device. For more information on formatting memory cards, see page 76.
• Memory cards are small and can be swallowed; keep out of reach of children. If a child swallows a memory
card, seek medical assistance immediately.
• Do not use miniSD or microSD adapters that expose the back of the card. Failure to observe
this precaution may cause damage or malfunction. Adapters that are larger or smaller than
the standard dimensions of an SD card may not eject normally; if the card does not eject,
take the camera to an authorized service representative. Do not forcibly remove the card.
• Do not turn the camera o or remove the memory card while the memory card is being formatted or data are
being recorded to or deleted from the card. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the card.
• Do not a x labels to memory cards. Peeling labels can cause camera malfunction.
• Movie recording may be interrupted with some types of memory card.
• The data in internal memory may be erased or corrupted when the camera is repaired. Please note that the
repairer will be able to view pictures in internal memory.
• Formatting a memory card or internal memory in the camera creates a folder in which pictures are stored.
Do not rename or delete this folder or use a computer or other device to edit, delete, or rename image
les. Always use the camera to delete pictures from memory cards and internal memory; before editing or
renaming les, copy them to a computer and edit or rename the copies, not the originals.
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Turning the Camera on and O
Shooting Mode
Playback Mode
Shooting Mode
Press the n button to turn the camera on.
The lens will extend and the lens cover will open.
Playback Mode
To turn the camera on and begin playback, press
the D button for about a second.
Press the D button again to turn the camera o .
Press n again to turn the camera o .
B Tip: Switching to Playback Mode
Press the D button to start playback. Press the
shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode.
C Cautions
• Pictures can be a ected by ngerprints and other
marks on the lens. Keep the lens clean.
• The n button does not completely disconnect
the camera from its power supply.
Tip: Auto Powe r O
B
The camera will turn o automatically if no operations are performed for the length of time selected in the
AUTO POWER OFF menu (see page 76).
B Tip: Switching to Shooting Mode
To exit to shooting mode, press the shutter button
halfway. Press the D button to return to playback.
First Steps
11
Basic Setup
SETNONO
STARTRT
MENU
/ LANG.
A language-selection dialog is displayed the rst time the camera is turned on. Set up the camera as
described below (for information on resetting the clock or changing languages, see page 71).
Choose a language.
1
MENU
/ LANG.
SE
1.1 Press the selector up, down,
left, or right to highlight a
language.
1.2 Press MENU/OK.
Set the date and time.
2
DATE / TIME NOT SET
YY.MM.DD1. 1 12
SETNO
2.1 Press the selector left or right
to highlight the year, month,
day, hour, or minute and press
up or down to change. To change the
order in which the year, month, and day
2011
2010
2009
2008
2007
:
00
AM
are displayed, highlight the date format
and press the selector up or down.
2.2 Press MENU/OK.
Tip: The Camera Clock
B
If the battery is removed for an extended period, the camera clock will be reset and the language-selection
dialog will be displayed when the camera is turned on. If the battery is left in the camera for about 30 minutes,
the battery can be removed for about 24 hours without resetting the clock or language selection.
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Taking Pictures in k (Auto) Mode
Indicator
Description
This section describes how to take pictures in k mode.
Turn the camera on.
1
Press the n button to turn the
camera on.
B Tip: Intelligent Face Detection
The rst time the camera is turned on, Intelligent Face
Detection is automatically activated and the camera is
optimized for taking portrait photographs. For more
information on using Intelligent Face Detection, see
page 18.
Check the battery level.
2
Check the battery level in the monitor.
qw e
Indicator
(whit e)
q
(whit e)
w
(red )Low battery. Charge as soon as
e
(blinks red) Battery exhausted. Turn camera o
r
Battery partially discharged.
Battery more than half discharged.
possible.
and charge battery.
Description
r
Basic Photography and Playback
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Taking Pictures in k (Auto) Mode
Frame the picture.
3
Position the main subject in the focus area
and use the zoom buttons to frame the
picture in the monitor.
Press W to zoom outPress T to zoom in
Zoom indicator
Holding the Camera
Hold the camera steady
with both hands and brace
your elbows against your
sides. Shaking or unsteady
hands can blur your shots.
To prevent pictures that
are out of focus or too dark
(underexposed), keep your
ngers and other objects
away from the lens and
a s h .
Zoom in using optical
zoom, or use digital zoom
(pg. 75) to zoom in closer.
B Tip: Focus Lock
Use focus lock (pg. 21) to focus on subjects that are not in the focus frame.
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Taking Pictures in k (Auto) Mode
1/250
F
3.3
Framing Guideline
The images change as shown below if you press the
DISP/BACK button.
Indicators
displayed
Indicators
hidden
Best framing
To use the best framing, position the main subject
at the intersection of two lines or align one of the
horizontal lines with the horizon. Use focus lock (pg.
21) to focus on subjects that will not be in the center
of the frame in the nal photograph.
Focus.
4
Press the shutter button halfway to focus on
the main subject in the focus frame.
1/250
F
3.3
Focus frame
halfway
Camera selects small
Press
focuses on subject
focus frame and
If the camera is able to focus, it will beep twice
and the indicator lamp will glow green.
If the camera is unable to focus, the focus frame
will turn red, a R indicator will appear
in the monitor, and the indicator lamp will
blink green. Change the composition or
use focus lock (pg. 21).
A Note
The lens may make a noise when the camera focuses.
This is normal.
Basic Photography and Playback
15
Taking Pictures in k (Auto) Mode
Indicator lamp
Camera status
Shoot.
5
Smoothly press the shutter
button the rest of the way down
to take the picture.
B Tip: The Shutter Button
The shutter button has
two positions. Pressing the
shutter button halfway (q)
sets focus and exposure;
to shoot, press the shutter
button the rest of the way
down (w).
A Note
If the subject is poorly lit, the ash may re when the
picture is taken. To take pictures without the ash,
choose another ash mode (pg. 24).
Double
Double
beep
beep
qw
qw
CLICK
CLICK
The Indicator L amp
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp shows camera status as follows:
Indicator lamp
Glows green Focus locked.
Blinks green
Blinks green
and orange
Glows
orange
Blinks orange
Blinks red Recording or lens error.
B Tip: Warnings
Detailed warnings appear in the monitor. See pages
86–89 for more information.
Camera shake warning, AF warning,
or AE warning (ready to shoot)
Recording pictures. Additional
pictures can be taken.
Recording pictures. No additional
pictures can be taken at this time.
Flash charging; ash will not re when
picture is taken.
Camera status
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Viewing Pictures
ISO
100
100-0001
12/ 31 /2050
10: 00
AM
N
250
F
3.3
Pictures can be viewed in the monitor. When taking important photographs, take a test shot and
check the results.
Press the D button.
1
The most recent picture will be displayed in
the monitor.
100-0001
N
ISO
100
12/ 31 /2050
10: 00
AM
250
View additional pictures.
2
Press the selector right to view
F
3.3
pictures in the order recorded,
left to view pictures in reverse
order.
Press the shutter button to exit to shooting
mode.
Deleting Pictures
To delete the picture
currently displayed in
the monitor, press the
selector up (
A). The
following dialog will be
displayed.
ERASE OK?
OKCANCEL
SET
To delete the picture, press the selector
left to highlight OK and press MENU/OK.
To exit without deleting the picture,
highlight CANCEL and press MENU/OK.
B Tip: The Playback Menu
Pictures can also be deleted from the playback
menu (pg. 36).
Basic Photography and Playback
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Intelligent Face Detection and Red-Eye Removal
Option
Description
Intelligent Face Detection allows the camera to automatically detect human faces and set focus and
exposure for a face anywhere in the frame for shots that emphasize portrait subjects. Choose for
group portraits to prevent the camera from focusing on the background. Intelligent Face Detection
also o ers a red-eye removal option for removing “red-eye” e ects caused by the ash.
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Turn Intelligent Face Detection on.
1
1.1 Press MENU/OK to display the
shooting menu.
More on Photography
SHOOTING MODE
FACE DETECTION
ISO
QUALITY
CONTINUOUS
1.2 Press the selector up or
down to highlight c FACE DETECTION.
1.3 Press the selector right
to display Intelligent Face
Detection options.
SHOOTING MENU
AUTO
OFF
1.4 Press the selector up or down
to highlight the desired option.
Option
B ON
Intelligent Face Detection and red-eye
S ON
N
removal on. Use with the ash.
B ON
Intelligent Face Detection on; red-eye
S OFF
removal o .
Intelligent Face Detection and red-eye
OFF
removal o .
Description
1.5 Press MENU/OK to select the
highlighted option and return
to shooting mode.
B icon appears in monitor
when Intelligent Face
Detection is on.
Intelligent Face Detection and Red-Eye Removal
Frame the picture.
2
If a face is detected, it will
be indicated by a green
border. If there is more
than one face in the
frame, the camera will
select the face closest
to the center; other faces are indicated by
white borders.
Green borderGreen border
Focus.
3
Press the shutter button halfway
to set focus and exposure for the
subject in the green border.
C Cautions
• If no face is detected when the shutter button
is pressed halfway (pg. 82), the camera will
focus on the subject at the center of the
monitor and red-eye will not be removed.
• In each shooting mode, the camera will detect
and focus on faces but exposure will be
optimized for the entire scene rather than the
selected portrait subject.
More on Photography
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Intelligent Face Detection and Red-Eye Removal
77
Shoot.
4
Press the shutter button all the
way down to shoot.
C Caution
If the subject moves as the shutter button is
pressed, their face may not be in the area
indicated by the green border when the picture
is taken.
If B ON/S ON is
REMOVINGREMOVING
selected, the picture
will be processed to
reduce red-eye before it
is recorded (the bRED-EYE REMOVAL option in the playback
menu can also be used to reduce red-eye;
pg. 64).
Intelligent Face Detection
Intelligent Face Detection is
recommended when using the
self-timer for group- or selfportraits (pp. 26–27).
The camera can zoom in on pictures taken with
Intelligent Face Detection during slide shows (pg.
65) and when pictures are displayed automatically
after shooting (pg. 73).
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20
Focus Lock
250
F
3.3
250
F
3.3
To compose photographs with o -center subjects:
Position the subject in the focus frame.
1
Recompose the picture.
3
Keeping the shutter button pressed
halfway, recompose the picture.
Focus.
2
Press the shutter button halfway to set
focus and exposure. Focus and exposure
will remain locked while the shutter button
is pressed halfway (AF/AE lock).
Press
halfway
250
F
3.3
Shoot.
4
Press the shutter-release button the rest of
the way down to take the picture.
250
F
3.3
Press the rest of
the way down
More on Photography
Repeat steps 1 and 2 as desired to refocus
before taking the picture.
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Focus Lock
Autofocus
Although the camera boasts a high-precision autofocus system, it may be unable to focus on the subjects
listed below. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus, use focus lock (pg. 21) to focus on another
subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph.
• Very shiny subjects such as mirrors or car bodies.
• Fast-moving subjects.
• Subjects photographed through a window or other re ective object.
• Dark subjects and subjects that absorb rather than re ect light, such as hair or fur.
• Insubstantial subjects, such as smoke or ame.
• Subjects that show little contrast with the background (for example, subjects in clothing that is the same
color as the background).
• Subjects positioned in front of or behind a high-contrast object that is also in the focus frame (for example, a
subject photographed against a backdrop of highly contrasting elements).
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L Macro mode (Close-ups)
To select macro mode, press the selector left (L).
L icon appears in monitor when
camera is in macro mode
When macro mode is in e ect, the camera focuses on subjects near the center of the monitor. Use
the zoom buttons to frame pictures.
To exit macro mode, press the selector left (L). Macro mode can also be cancelled by turning the
camera o or selecting another shooting mode.
A Note
Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur caused by camera shake.
More on Photography
23
K Using the Flash
Mode
Description
Use the ash when lighting is poor, for example when shooting at night or indoors under low light.
To choose a ash mode, press the selector right (K). The ash mode
changes each time the selector is pressed; in modes other than AUTO, the
current mode is indicated by an icon in the monitor. Choose from the
following options (some options are not available in all shooting modes;
see the restrictions in another supplied document):
Mode
AUTO (no icon) The ash res when required. Recommended in most situations.
K ( ll ash)
W (suppressed
a s h )
T (slow sync)
The ash res whenever a picture is taken. Use for backlit subjects or for natural coloration
when shooting in bright light.
The ash does not re even when the subject is poorly lit. 0 will appear in the monitor at
slow shutter speeds to warn that pictures may be blurred. Use of a tripod is recommended.
Capture both the main subject and the background when shooting at night (note that
brightly lit scenes may be overexposed). If U is selected for a SHOOTING MODE, shutter
speed may be slow. Use a tripod.
Description
If the ash will re, X will be displayed in the monitor when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
C Caution
The ash may re several times with each shot. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete.
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