FujiFilm M603 User Manual

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Digital photos or digital movies? Now there’s a high-performance solution that fits in the palm of your hand.
The 3rd
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In today’s multimedia world, why choose just digital photos or digi­tal movies when you now can have both? Compact and stylish, the FinePix M603 uses the power of Fujifilm’s 3rd-Generation Super CCD technology to let anyone create both state-of-the-art, high­quality digital still images and dynamic “Motion Photo” VGA­size, full-frame digital movies. From its unique vertical orienta­tion and high-tech chrome and steel finish to its unmatched capabilities, the FinePix M603 represents a new concept in per­sonal digital imaging.
Freedom, flexibility, and dynamic performance
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High-Quality “Motion Photo” Digital Movies
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2optical zoom + 4.4digital zoom
The FinePix M603 fea­tures a fast, responsive Super EBC Fujinon zoom lens with a focal length equivalent to 38­76mm on a 35mm
camera. This profes­sional-quality, high-precision optic boasts extremely low chromatic aberration and multi­layer coating. Smooth digital zooming of up to
4.4* helps bring the action right in front of your eyes. Combined with the 2optical zoom, the FinePix M603 can effectively magnify
images up to approximately 8.8* – equivalent to a 334mm lens in the 35mm format.
* In 640 ×480-pixel mode
Super intelligent camera controls
Intelligent automation of focusing, exposure,
and white balance makes the FinePix M603 a snap to use. The Intelligent High-Precision Auto Focus sys ­tem assures quicker and more accurate focusing. The sophisticated Programmed Auto Exposure mode automatically sets exposure using a precise 64-zone TTLmetering system. And the advanced Super Intelligent Auto White Balance system accurately determines light conditions for beauti­fully natural color reproduction. If you prefer more hands-on control, the FinePix M603 also offers manual white balance (six modes), sensi­tivity settings (ISO 160, 200, 400, 800 and
1600), and exposure compensation (13 levels in
0.3 EV steps).
High-speed continuous shooting
Even in its still-camera mode, the FinePix M603 provides high-speed “T op-4 frame” Continuous
Shooting for capturing quick sequences up to 4 frames at 0.2 seconds intervals. Depending on your needs, you can choose “Final 4-frame” Continuous Shooting (5 frames/second just before shutter button is released, up to 4 frames), or 1280 × 960-pixel Long-period Continuous Shooting (1.8 frames/second for up to 40 frames).
xD-Picture Card support
The FinePix M603 is designed around the xD-
Picture Card, the new stan­dard in ultra-compact digital storage media. With the introduction of the compatible USB card reader and PC/ CompactFlash™ card adapters, xD-Picture Cards can be swapped freely among a wide variety of digital cameras, comput­ers, and other devices.
Dual media slots
Convenient dual media slots accept both xD­Picture Cards and Microdrives™, letting you concentrate on photos or movies requiring large memory capacity, without worrying about stor-
Versatile playback features
Captured movie clip images are smooth and highly detailed, and recorded in the Motion JPEG (AVI) format, so that you can also enjoy viewing each frame as a high-quality still image. Adding to the convenience are a variety of playback modes. “Repeat Play”, for exam­ple, allows looped playback of any part of a movie clip. “Quick Playback” enables high­speed playback of up to 60the normal play­back speed. “Zoom Play” lets you zoom in on any part of the movie frame, while “Easy Edit” allows you to delete unwanted scenes and insert new material.
Movie editing and DVD authoring
The included Image Mixer software lets you edit your movies on your PC and easily produce
video CDs. The commercially available “ImageMixer DVD” (DVD writing software) converts movie files to MPEG files, and then writes them onto DVD-R disks*. You’ll enjoy building a library of your own movies – and DVD videos make a great gift for family or friends.
* PC internal or external DVD-R drive requir ed.
2.5-inch large LCD monitor
and convenient handgrip
The oversize 2.5-inch LCD monitor boasts 118,000 pixels for high-reso­lution viewing during both shoot­ing and playback. Included with the FinePix M603 is a detach­able monitor hood that increas­es screen visibility in daylight as well as protecting the monitor. Also provided is a removable handgrip for com­fortable, secure camera holding.
Advanced “Motion Photo” VGA-
sized full-frame movie recording
In addition to its outstanding still photography capabilities, the FinePix M603 offers the most advanced “Motion Photo” VGA-size full-frame movie recording and playback capabilities of any digital camera to date. Fujifilm’s world-class breakthrough in horizontal/vertical Pixel Mixing Technology, made possible by the 3rd­Generation Super CCD’s unique interwoven pixel arrangement, enables VGA-size (640 ×480
pixels) movie recording at 30 frames/second, including sound.
Other video options include VGA-size
movie recording at 15 frames/second or QVGA­size (320 × 240 pixels) movie recording at 15 frames/second. Using a 1GB Microdrive™, the camera can record approximately 15 minutes of 640 × 480-pixel video at 30 frames/second, or approximately 30 minutes at 15 frames/second.
The FinePix M603 offers full zoom func­tions and continuous autofocus on moving sub­jects during recording, giving you the same kind of freedom and creative control as you’d enjoy with a DV camcorder.
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age space. You can even insert both types of media and then select which one you want to use as you shoot.
Convenient Voice Memo
Ahandy voice memo function lets you record up to 30 seconds of audio at any time. Recordings are saved in the WAVformat, and can then be attached to any image file.
Long-life battery
The included NP-60 rechargeable lithium-ion battery allows you to take up
to about 130 shots, using the flash 50% of the time. For extended movie recording, the newly designed high-capacity NP-120 battery pack is available as an option.
Easy connection to PC and TV
The USB port and bundled FinePixViewer soft­ware make it easy to download image files, movie clips, and audio files to your PC for viewing or monitoring. Or use the included video cable to connect your FinePix M603 to any TV, for big-screen enjoyment of your still images and movie clips. And the stylish PictureCradle, available as an option, makes it
even easier to transfer files to your PC.
Windows XP compatible
The FinePix M603 and included USB driver software are certified as “Designed for Microsoft
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Windows®XP”. They are also fully functional with Windows 98SE/2000/ME and the Mac OS.
The new digital imaging tool that offers the best of two worlds
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Horizontal direction Pixel-Mixing
Vertical direction
Pixel-Mixing
The Super CCD combines data of each two vertical pixels into single data, and then similarly combines data of each two horizontal pixels into single data. This near-instantaneous processing allows reading of most pixel infor­mation, resulting in higher frame rates and high-quality VGA-sized movies with enhanced brightness in the captured movie images.
Pixel Mixing Technology
High-Performance Digital Photography
Actual size
Actual size
Camera fitted with monitor hood and handgrip.
Fine mode,2832 ×2128 pixels,1/170 sec,f/4.0,ISO 200 equivalent
ISO 1600 (1/6.5 sec.,f/3.2)
Fine mode,2832 × 2128 pixels, 1/58 sec, f/3.2,ISO 200 equivalent
Sample images in this brochure were taken with the FinePix M603. (Excepting product shots)
Simulated LCD display image
3rd-Generation Super CCD
At the heart of the FinePix M603 lies Fujifilm’s unique 1/1.7-inch 3rd-Generation Super CCD sensor. Employing 3.1 million effective pixels, this sensor delivers an ultra-high-
quality 2832 × 2128 (6.03 million) recording pixels for class­leading sensitivity, rich tonality, high signal/noise ratio, and natural color reproduction. Anewly developed LSI image­processing algorithm further contributes to superb image quality, whether shooting still photographs or VGA movies.
Ultra-high ISO 1600 maximum
sensitivity
While Fujifilm’s Super CCDs have always achieved higher sensitivity than conventional CCDs, the 3rd-Generation Super
CCD system goes even further. It incorporates innovative Noise Reduction and Pixel Data Coupling Technologies to offer ultra­high ISO sensitivity. The FinePix M603 allows you to select any sensitivity from ISO-equivalent 160 to an ultra-high ISO 800* and 1600*, ideal for freezing fast action or for non-flash available­light shooting.
* In 1280 ×960-pixel mode
ISO 1600 (1/6.5 sec.,f/3.2)
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SPECIFICATIONS
FUNCTIONS
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DIGITALCAMERA FinePix M603
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Flash
Lens
Self-Timer Lamp
USB Socket
A/V OUT (Audio visual output) Socket
DC IN 5V (Power Input) Socket
Zoom Lever Shutter/Macro/Flash Button Strap Mount
BACK Button
MENU/OK Button
POWER Button
Mode Selector Switch
Handgrip Mount
Speaker
DISP Button
LCD Monitor
Number of effective pixels*
3.1 million pixels
CCD sensor 1/1.7-inch Super CCD in an interwoven pattern
(Number of total pixels: 3.3 million pixels
Number of recorded pixels
2832 × 2128 (6.03 million)/2048 ×1536/1280 × 960/640 × 480 pixels
File format Still image: JPEG/Movie: AVI (Motion JPEG)
Design rule for Camera File system compliant/DPOF-compatible
Storage media Slot No. 1: xD-Picture Card
Slot No. 2: Microdrive™
(Some CompactFlash™ cards may not work properly)
Number of images/recording time
Modes Still image Movie Image Quality mode displayed
6M (Fine) 6M (Normal)
3M 1M 0.3M
640 (30 frames/sec.) 320 (15 frames/sec.)
Number of recorded pixels
2832 × 2128 2048 × 1536 1280 × 960 640 × 480 640 × 480 320 × 240
DPC-16 (16MB) 6 13 26 49 122
Approx. 13 sec. Approx. 52 sec.
DPC-32 (32MB) 13 28 53 99 247
Approx. 27 sec. Approx. 106 sec.
DPC-64 (64MB) 26 56 107 198 497
Approx. 55 sec. Approx. 213 sec.
DPC-128 (128MB) 53 113 215 398 997
Approx. 111 sec. Approx. 7 min.
1GB Microdrive 443 938 1,729 3,285 8,213
Approx. 15 min. Approx. 58 min.
The numbers of images and recording time will vary slightly depending on the type of the subject.
Lens Super EBC Fujinon 2zoom lens Lens focal length f=8.7mm – 17.4mm (equivalent to 38mm – 76mm on a 35mm camera) Focus Autofocus Focus distance Normal: 60 cm/2.0ft. to infinity
Macro: 20 cm – 80 cm/0.7ft. – 2.6ft.
Aperture F 3.2/4/5.2/6.8/8.8/11 Exposure control 64-zone TTLmetering-multi Exposure modes Programmed AE Sensitivity Equivalent to ISO 160, 200, 400
800/1600 (only at 1280
× 960 pixels)
Shutter speed 1/4 – 1/2000 sec. White balance Automatic
Manual (Fine, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm white), Fluorescent light (Cool white), Incandescent light
Flash Auto flash using flash control sensor
Effective range: Wide angle 0.3m – 4.0m/1.0ft. – 13.1ft.
Telephoto 0.3m – 3.0m/1.0ft. – 9.8ft.
Flash mode: Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed
Flash, Slow Synchro
Self-timer Approx.10 sec. delay LCD monitor 2.5-inch low temperature polysilicon TFT(118,000 pixels) Video output NTSC or PAL Terminal USB Interface, power-input socket Power source NP-60 battery (1035mAh)(included), NP-120 battery (1800mAh)(optional)
or AC-5VAC adapter (included)
Dimensions 64.5 (W) × 93.3 (H) × 31.6 mm (D)/2.5 (W) × 3.7 (H) × 1.2 in. (D) Weight 210g/7.4 oz. (excluding battery) Camera functions
Digital zoom 4.4(640 × 480 pixels), 2.2(1280 × 960 pixels),
1.4
(2048 × 1536 pixels)
Shooting modes Normal: Auto, Manual
Continuous shooting
1. Top-4 (5 frames/sec., up to 4 frames)
2. Final-4 (5 frames/sec., up to 4 frames)
3. Long-period (Max. 1.8 frames/sec., up to 40 frames. Only at 1280
×
960-pixel mode)
Movie recording
640 ×480 pixels: 30 frames/sec., Max. approx. 15 min.with 1GB Microdrive™ 640
×
480 pixels: 15 frames/sec., Max. approx. 30 min. with 1GB Microdrive™
320
×
240 pixels: 15 frames/sec., Max. approx. 58 min. with 1GB Microdrive™
With sound, AVI format (Motion JPEG)
Voice Memo Up to 30 sec., WAV format Playback Single frame (with 4.0Playback zoom), 9 Multi-frame
Accessories included 16MB xD-Picture Card, Li-ion battery NP60,
AC Power Adapter AC-5VHS/AC-5VS, Hand strap, Handgrip, LCD monitor hood, USB cable, A/Vcable CD-ROM
• USB driver
• FinePixViewer
• Apple QuickTime™5.0
• ImageMixer VCD for FinePix
Four-Direction Button
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Simulated LCD display image
Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery NP-120
Battery Charger BC-65
• Charges in approx. 2 hours
• The NP-40 battery adapter is included.
PictureCradle CP-FX603
• DC in
• USB
• Connecter to digital camera
Soft Case SC-FX603
For more information on the full range of Fujifilm digital products, please visit our Website:
http://home.fujifilm.com
* Number of effective pixels: The number of pixels on the image sensor which receive input
light through the optical lens, and which are effectively reflected in the final output data of the still image.
** Exif 2.2 is a newly revised digital camera file format that contains
a variety of shooting information for optimal printing.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
PC Card Adapter DPC-AD
xD-Picture Card DPC-16
(16MB)
DPC-32 (32MB) DPC-64 (64MB) DPC-128 (128MB)
Image Memory Card Reader DPC-R1
(USB)
CompactFlash™ Card Adapter DPC-CF
AC Power Adapter AC-5VH/5VHS
Battery Cover
xD-Picture Card/ Microdrive™ Slot
Flash Control Sensor
Microphone
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