FF210001 Basic Manual Thank you for your purchase of this product. Be sure that you have read this manual and understood its contents before using the camera. Keep the manual handy for future reference once you have finished. The latest versions of the product manuals are available at the site below. http://fujifilm-dsc.com/en/manual/ The site above, which provides detailed instructions and material not covered in this guide, can be accessed from a computer, smartphone, or tablet.
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P Chapter Index 1 Before You Begin 1 2 First Steps 33 3 Taking and Viewing Photos 49 4 Movie Recording and Playback 79 5 Menu List 85 6 Connections 103 7 Notices 121 iii
P Table of Contents Supplied Accessories ............................................................................... viii About This Manual .......................................................................................ix Symbols and Conventions ..................................................................................ix Terminology .................................................................................................................
Table of Contents 2 First Steps 33 3 Taking and Viewing Photos 49 Attaching the Strap ................................................................................... 34 Attaching a Lens ......................................................................................... 35 Inserting the Battery ................................................................................. 36 Inserting Memory Cards ..........................................................................
4 Movie Recording and Playback 79 5 Menu List 85 Recording Movies....................................................................................... 80 Adjusting Movie Settings .................................................................................. 83 Viewing Movies ........................................................................................... 84 The Shooting Menus (Still Photography)........................................... 86 IMAGE QUALITY SETTING .......................
Table of Contents 6 Connections 103 7 Notices 121 HDMI Output..............................................................................................104 Connecting to HDMI Devices ...................................................................... 104 Shooting.................................................................................................................... 105 Playback ............................................................................................................
Supplied Accessories The following are included with the camera: • NP-W235 rechargeable battery • AC-5VJ AC power adapter • Plug adapter • USB cable • Body cap (comes attached to camera) • Shoulder strap • Cable protector • Hot shoe cover (comes attached to hot shoe) • Basic Manual (this manual) O The battery is not charged at shipment. Charge the battery before use (P 40). N • The plug adapter supplied varies with the country or region.
About This Manual This manual contains instructions for your FUJIFILM GFX50S II digital camera. Be sure you have read and understood its contents before proceeding. Symbols and Conventions The following symbols are used in this manual: O Information that should be read to prevent damage to the product. N Additional information that may be helpful when using the product. Pages on which related information may be found. P Menus and other text in the displays are shown in bold.
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Parts of the Camera 1 Before You Begin A Fn2 button B Fn3 button C Secondary LCD monitor................................22 D Microphone ......................................................81 E Hot shoe F Diopter adjustment control .........................11 G Dial lock release .......................................50, 80 H Mode dial ............................................................6 I STILL/MOVIE mode switch ...................... 7, 80 J Strap clip..........................................
Parts of the Camera 1 Before You Begin b DRIVE button......................................................7 p Battery-chamber cover latch ......................36 c b (delete) button ...........................................77 q Battery-chamber cover .................................36 r DISP (display)/BACK button .........................18 d Electronic viewfinder (EVF) .....................................................12, 16, 17, 27 s a (playback) button ...................................
The Cable Protector Attach the protector as shown to prevent accidental disconnection. A Insert the tab on the connector into the matching slot on the camera. B Position the protector on the camera. C Tighten the lock screw. D Connect the cable and pass it through the protector as shown.
Parts of the Camera The Serial Number Plate Do not remove the serial number plate, which provides the CMIIT ID, serial number, and other important information. Serial number plate 1 Before You Begin The Memory Card Slot Cover (Detachable) The memory card slot cover can be removed by lowering the interior latch. Remove the cover for ease of access when a camera rig is attached or in other situations that make it difficult to open or close the cover.
The Mode Dial To select a shooting mode, rotate the dial until the icon for the desired mode aligns with the index. 1 Mode Description P Before You Begin A P (PROGRAM AE) Aperture and shutter speed can be ad50 justed using program shift. B S (SHUTTER PRIORITY AE) Select for full control over camera set- 51 tings, including aperture (M and A) 53 and/or shutter speed (M and S).
Parts of the Camera The STILL/MOVIE Mode Switch Slide the STILL/MOVIE mode switch to STILL to take photographs or to MOVIE to record movies. • Pressing the button when STILL is selected displays drive mode options. B I W V Mode Single frame burst mode ISO BKT WHITE BALANCE BKT • Pressing Mode BKT Bracketing j Multiple Exposure p PIXEL SHIFT MULTI SHOT the button when MOVIE is selected displays frame rate options.
The Command Dials Rotate or press the command dials to: Front command dial 1 Rear command dial Before You Begin • Highlight menu items • Choose the desired combina- tion of shutter speed and aperture (program shift) through menus • Choose a shutter speed 1, 4 • Choose the desired combina- • Adjust exposure compensation by tion of shutter speed and aper- pressing the d button and rotatture (program shift) ing the dial 1 1, 2 • Adjust aperture • Adjust settings in the quick menu • View other pictures dur
Parts of the Camera The Indicator Lamp Camera status is shown by the indicator lamp. Blinks green and orange Glows orange Blinks orange Blinks red Camera status Focus locked. Focus or slow shutter speed warning. Pictures can be taken. • Camera on: Recording pictures. Additional pictures can be taken. • Camera off: Uploading pictures to a smartphone or tablet. * Recording pictures. No additional pictures can be taken at this time. Flash charging; flash will not fire when picture is taken.
The LCD Monitor The LCD monitor can be tilted for easier viewing, but be careful not to touch the wires or trap fingers or other objects behind the monitor. Touching the wires could cause camera malfunction.
Parts of the Camera The Eye Cup To remove the eye cup, hold the buttons on either side and slide eye cup up. To focus the viewfinder: A Lift the diopter adjustment control. B Rotate the control to adjust viewfinder focus. C Return the control to its original position and lock it in place. O Lift the control before use. Failure to observe this precaution could cause product malfunction.
Camera Displays This section lists the indicators that may be displayed during shooting. O For illustrative purposes, displays are shown with all indicators lit.
Camera Displays elapsed recording time 3 ............................81 R Card slot options ................................... 39, 101 S Number of available frames 1 T Image size .........................................................86 U Image quality...................................................86 V Touch screen mode .................................27, 88 W Temperature warning X Control lock 4..................................................100 Y Virtual horizon...............................
The LCD Monitor A B C D E FG H I J K L M NO P Q 1 R w Before You Begin v S u T U V W X Y Z t s r q l k p o n m 14 ji h g f e d c b a
Camera Displays A Flash (TTL) mode B IS mode 2 ............................................................90 C Focus check ...............................................69, 88 D Depth-of-field preview..................................68 E Location data download status.....102, 106 F 35mm format mode ......................................90 G Bluetooth ON/OFF.......................................102 H Image transfer status ........................102, 106 I Movie mode 3....................................
Choosing a Display Mode Press the VIEW MODE button to cycle through the following display modes. 1 Option Before You Begin Description Putting your eye to the viewfinder turns the viewfinder on and the LCD monitor off ; taking your eye away turns E EYE SENSOR the viewfinder off and LCD monitor on. Viewfinder on, LCD monitor off. Q EVF ONLY LCD ONLY LCD monitor on, viewfinder off. Putting your eye to the viewfinder turns the viewfinder Q EVF ONLY + E on; taking it away turns the viewfinder off.
Camera Displays Adjusting Display Brightness The brightness and saturation of the viewfinder and LCD monitor can be adjusted using the items in the D SCREEN SET-UP menu. Choose EVF BRIGHTNESS or EVF COLOR to adjust viewfinder brightness or saturation, LCD BRIGHTNESS or LCD COLOR to do the same for the LCD monitor.
The DISP/BACK Button The DISP/BACK button controls the display of indicators in the viewfinder and LCD monitor. N Indicators for the EVF and LCD must be selected separately. To choose the EVF display, place your eye to the viewfinder while using the DISP/BACK button.
Camera Displays LCD Monitor Standard indicators No indicators 1 Before You Begin Dual display (manual focus mode only) Info display The Dual Display The dual display consists of a large full-frame window and a smaller close-up of the focus area.
Customizing the Standard Display To choose the items shown in the standard indicator display: 1 Display standard indicators. Use the DISP/BACK button to display standard indicators. 2 Select DISP. CUSTOM SETTING. Select D SCREEN SET-UP > DISP. CUSTOM SETTING in the setup menu. 3 Choose items. Highlight items and press MENU/OK to select or deselect.
Camera Displays Virtual Horizon Selecting ELECTRONIC LEVEL displays a virtual horizon. The camera is level when the two lines overlap. Note that the virtual horizon may not be displayed if the camera lens is pointed up or down. For a 3D display (shown), press the function button to which ELECTRONIC LEVEL is assigned. Pitch Roll Histograms Histograms show the distribution of tones in the image. Brightness is shown by the horizontal axis, the number of pixels by the vertical axis.
The Secondary LCD Monitor Among the settings that can be viewed in the secondary LCD monitor are shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity. Secondary LCD monitor 1 Before You Begin K A B C D E F G J I A B C D E F SHUTTER SPEED APERTURE ISO SHOOTING MODE IMAGE SIZE/QUALITY WHITE BALANCE H Default G FILM SIMULATION H BATTERY LEVEL I FRAMES REM. J CARD SLOT OPTIONS K d Scale N The settings displayed can be selected using D SCREEN SET-UP > SUB MONITOR SETTING.
Camera Displays Cycling Through Indicators in the Secondary LCD Monitor The indicators displayed in the secondary LCD monitor change each time the secondary LCD monitor mode button is pressed.
Camera Displays The secondary monitor backlight button To turn on the secondary LCD monitor backlight when you find the secondary LCD monitor too dark to read, press the secondary monitor backlight button. Press the button again to turn the backlight off. 1 Before You Begin Background Color The background color (black or white) for the secondary LCD monitor can be selected using the D SCREEN SET-UP > SUB MONITOR BACKGROUND COLOR option in the D (setup) menu.
Using the Menus To display the menus, press MENU/OK.
Using the Menus Selecting a Menu Tab To navigate the menus: 1 Press MENU/OK to display the menus. 1 Before You Begin IMAGE QUALITY SETTING IMAGE SIZE IMAGE QUALITY RAW RECORDING FILM SIMULATION MONOCHROMATIC COLOR GRAIN EFFECT COLOR CHROME EFFECT COLOR CHROME FX BLUE EXIT 2 Press the focus stick (focus lever) left to highlight the tab for the current menu.
Touch Screen Mode The LCD monitor also functions as a touch screen. Shooting Touch Controls To enable touch controls, select ON for D BUTTON/DIAL SETTING > TOUCH SCREEN SETTING > x TOUCH SCREEN SETTING.
LCD Monitor The operation performed can be selected by tapping the touch screen mode indicator in the display. Touch controls can be used for the following operations: Mode 1 Description • In focus mode S (AF-S), the camera focuses when you tap your Before You Begin AREA subject in the display. Focus locks at the current distance until you tap the AF OFF icon. • In focus mode C (AF-C), the camera initiates focus when you tap your subject display.
Touch Screen Mode N • Enabling movie-optimized controls disables the aperture ring. • When movie-optimized control is enabled, the movie-optimized mode button can be used to change shooting settings or disable movie-optimized control. 29 1 Before You Begin MOVIE OPTIMIZED CONTROL oL Selecting ON for B MOVIE SETTING > MOVIE OPTIMIZED CONTROL oL or tapping the movie-optimized mode button in the shooting display optimizes the command dials and touch controls for movie recording.
1 Touch Function Functions can be assigned to the following flick gestures in much the same way as function buttons: • Flick up: T-Fn1 • Flick left: T-Fn2 • Flick right: T-Fn3 • Flick down: T-Fn4 Before You Begin N • In some cases, touch-function flick ges- INTERNAL MIC LEVEL ADJUSTMENT tures display a menu; tap to select the desired option. 25.5 SET CANCEL • Touch-function gestures are disabled by default.
Touch Screen Mode Playback Touch Controls When ON is selected for D BUTTON/DIAL SETTING > TOUCH SCREEN SETTING > a TOUCH SCREEN SETTING, touch controls can be used for the following playback operations: • Swipe: Swipe a finger across the display to view other images. 1 Before You Begin • Pinch-out: Place two fingers on the display and spread them apart to zoom in. • Pinch-in: Place two fingers on the display and slide them together to zoom out.
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Attaching the Strap Attach the strap. Attach the strap to the two strap clips as shown below. 2 First Steps O To avoid dropping the camera, be sure the strap is correctly secured.
Attaching a Lens The camera can be used with lenses for the FUJIFILM G-mount. Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear cap from the lens. Place the lens on mount, keeping the marks on the lens and camera aligned (A), and then rotate the lens until it clicks into place (B). O • When attaching lenses, ensure that dust or other foreign matter does 2 First Steps not enter the camera. • Be careful not to touch the camera’s internal parts. • Rotate the lens until it clicks securely into place.
Inserting the Battery Insert the battery in the camera as described below. 1 Open the battery-chamber cover. Slide the battery-chamber cover latch as shown and open the battery-chamber cover. O • Do not open the battery-chamber cover when the camera is on. Failure to observe this precaution could damage image files or memory cards. • Do not use excessive force when handling the battery-chamber cover. 2 First Steps 2 Insert the battery as shown. O • Insert the battery in the orientation shown.
Inserting the Battery 3 Close the battery-chamber cover. Close and latch the cover. O If the cover does not close, check that the battery is in the correct orientation. Do not attempt to force the cover shut. Removing the Battery Before removing the battery, turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover. To remove the battery, press the battery latch to the side, and slide the battery out of the camera as shown.
Inserting Memory Cards Pictures are stored on memory cards (sold separately). N The camera can be used with two cards, one in each of its two slots. 1 2 Open the memory card slot cover. Unlatch and open the cover. O Do not turn the camera off or remove the memory card while the First Steps 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. 2 Insert the memory card.
Inserting Memory Cards Removing Memory Cards Before removing memory cards, turn the camera off and open the memory card slot cover. Press and release the card to eject it part way (to prevent the card falling from the slot, press the center of the card and release it slowly, without removing your finger from the card). The card can then be removed by hand. Option Description Display The card in the second slot is used only when the card in the first slot is full.
Charging the Battery For reasons of safety, the battery is not charged at shipment. The camera will not function if the battery is not charged; be sure to charge the battery before use. Before charging the battery, turn the camera off. O • An NP-W235 rechargeable battery is supplied with the camera. • Charging takes about 180 minutes. 1 2 Attach the plug adapter to the AC power adapter.
Charging the Battery Charge Status The indicator lamp shows battery charge status as follows: Indicator lamp Battery status On Battery charging Off Charging complete Blinks Charging error O • The supplied AC power adapter is compatible with power supplies of 100 to 240 V (a plug adapter may be needed for overseas use). • Do not use the AC power adapter or USB cable with other devices, as this could cause malfunction. • Do not affix labels or other objects to the battery.
Charging the Battery Charging via Computer The camera can be charged via USB. USB charging is available with computers with a manufacturer-approved operating system and USB interface. 2 First Steps O Leave the computer on during charging. The battery will not charge while the camera is on. • • Connect the supplied USB cable. • Connect the camera directly to the computer; do not use a USB hub or keyboard. • Charging stops if the computer enters sleep mode.
Turning the Camera On and Off Use the ON/OFF switch to turn the camera on and off. Slide the switch to ON to turn the camera on, or to OFF to turn the camera off. O Fingerprints and other marks on the lens or viewfinder can affect pictures or the view through the viewfinder. Keep the lens and viewfinder clean. • Press the shutter button halfway to return to shooting mode.
Basic Setup When you turn the camera on for the first time, you can choose a language and set the camera clock. At default settings, you can also pair the camera with a smartphone or tablet so that you can later synchronize the clocks or download pictures. Follow the steps below when turning the camera on for the first time. N If you intend to pair the camera with a smartphone or tablet, install and launch the latest version of the FUJIFILM Camera Remote App on the smart device before proceeding.
Basic Setup 4 Check the time. When pairing is complete, you will be prompted to set the camera clock to the time reported by the smartphone or tablet. Check that the time is correct. PAIRING REGISTRATION PAIRING COMPLETE 12/ 31/2021 12:10 AM SET DATE/TIME FROM SMARTPHONE? SET N 5 CANCEL To set the clock manually, press DISP/BACK (P 47). Synchronize the camera settings with the settings configured on your smartphone or tablet. SMARTPHONE SYNC.
O • All data—including protected pictures—will be deleted from the memory card. Be sure important files have been copied to a computer or other storage device. • Do not open the battery-chamber cover during formatting. N • The format menu can also be displayed by pressing the center of the rear command dial while pressing and holding the b button.
Basic Setup Choosing a Different Language To change the language: 1 Display language options. Select D USER SETTING > Qa. 2 Choose a language. Highlight the desired option and press MENU/OK. Changing the Time and Date To set the camera clock: 2 Display DATE/TIME options. Select D USER SETTING > DATE/TIME. 2 Set the clock. Press the focus stick (focus lever) left or right to highlight the year, month, day, hour, or minute and press up or down to change. Press MENU/OK to set the clock.
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P, S, A, and M Modes P, S, A, and M modes give you varying degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture. Mode P: Program AE Let the camera choose shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Other values that produce the same exposure can be selected with program shift. 1 Slide the STILL/MOVIE mode switch to STILL. 2 Rotate the mode dial to P. 3 Taking and Viewing Photos P will appear in the display.
P, S, A, and M Modes Mode S: Shutter-Priority AE Choose a shutter speed and let the camera adjust aperture for optimal exposure. 1 Slide the STILL/MOVIE mode switch to STILL. 2 Rotate the mode dial to S. 3 Taking and Viewing Photos S will appear in the display. 3 Rotate the rear command dial to choose the shutter speed.
O • If the correct exposure cannot be achieved at the selected shutter speed, aperture will be displayed in red. • If the subject is outside the metering range of the camera, the aperture display will show “– – –”. • Rotate the mode dial only after pressing the dial lock release to release the dial. N • Shutter speed can be adjusted while the shutter button is pressed halfway. • At shutter speeds slower than 1 second, a count-down timer will be displayed while the exposure is in progress.
P, S, A, and M Modes Mode A: Aperture-Priority AE Choose an aperture and let the camera adjust shutter speed for optimal exposure. 1 Slide the STILL/MOVIE mode switch to STILL. 2 Rotate the mode dial to A. 3 Taking and Viewing Photos A will appear in the display. 3 Rotate the lens aperture ring to choose an aperture. N • If the lens is not equipped with an aperture ring, aperture can be adjusted using the front command dial on the camera.
O • If the correct exposure cannot be achieved at the selected aperture, shutter speed will be displayed in red. • If the subject is outside the metering range of the camera, the shutter speed display will show “– – –”. • Rotate the mode dial only after pressing the dial lock release to release the dial. N Aperture can be adjusted even while the shutter button is pressed halfway.
P, S, A, and M Modes Mode M: Manual Exposure In manual mode, the user controls both shutter speed and aperture. Shots can be deliberately overexposed (brighter) or underexposed (darker), opening the door for a variety of individual creative expression. The amount the picture would be under- or over-exposed at current settings is shown by the exposure indicator; adjust shutter speed and aperture until the desired exposure is reached. 1 Slide the STILL/MOVIE mode switch to STILL.
3 Rotate the rear command dial to choose a shutter speed and the lens aperture ring to choose the aperture. N • The manual exposure display includes an exposure indicator that shows the amount the picture would be under- or over-exposed at current settings. • If the lens is not equipped with an aperture ring, aperture can be adjusted using the front command dial on the camera.
P, S, A, and M Modes BULB Select a shutter speed of BULB for long time-exposures in which you open and close the shutter manually. Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent the camera moving during the exposure. Set shutter speed to BULB. 2 Press the shutter button all the way down. • The shutter will remain open for up to 60 minutes while the shutter button is pressed. • The display shows the time elapsed since the exposure started. • Releasing the shutter button closes the shutter, ending the exposure.
Custom Modes Rotate the mode dial to any of modes C1 (CUSTOM 1) through C6 (CUSTOM 6) to take pictures using previously-saved shooting menu settings. Settings can be saved or edited using H IMAGE QUALITY SETTING > EDIT/SAVE CUSTOM SETTING. Saving Settings 1 3 2 Select H IMAGE QUALITY SETTING in the shooting menu, then highlight EDIT/SAVE CUSTOM SETTING and press MENU/OK. EDIT/SAVE CUSTOM SETTING Highlight EDIT/CHECK SETTING and press MENU/OK.
P, S, A, and M Modes 4 Highlight an item you wish to store in the custom settings bank and press MENU/OK. Adjust settings for the selected item. CUSTOM 1 SHOOTING MODE SHUTTER SPEED APERTURE EXP. COMPENSATION DRIVE MODE EXIT 5 Press MENU/OK to save changes to the selected item and return to the menu item list. Adjust additional items as desired. 6 Pressing DISP/BACK in the menu item list displays a confirmation dialog. Highlight OK and press MENU/OK to save the settings to the selected bank.
Autofocus Take pictures using autofocus. 1 Rotate the focus mode selector to S or C (P 61). 2 3 Choose an AF mode (P 62). 4 Take pictures. Choose the position and size of the focus frame (P 64).
Autofocus Focus Mode Use the focus mode selector to choose how the camera focuses. Choose from the following options: Mode S (AF-S) C (AF-C) M (manual) Description Single AF: Focus locks while the shutter button is pressed halfway. Choose for stationary subjects. Continuous AF: Focus is continually adjusted to reflect changes in the distance to the subject while the shutter button is pressed halfway. Use for subjects that are in motion. Manual: Focus manually using the lens focus ring.
Autofocus Options (AF Mode) Focus can be adapted to a variety of subjects by changing the combination of settings selected for focus and AF modes. 1 2 3 Press MENU/OK and go to the shooting menu. Select G AF/MF SETTING > AF MODE. Choose an AF mode. How the camera focuses depends on the focus mode. Focus Mode S (AF-S) Option 3 Description Sample image Taking and Viewing Photos Camera focuses on subject in selected focus point. Use for pinSINGLE POINT point focus on selected subject.
Autofocus Focus Mode C (AF-C) Option Description Sample image Focus tracks subject at selected focus point. Use for subjects moving SINGLE POINT toward or away from camera. r y ZONE Focus tracks subject in selected focus zone. Use for subjects that are moving fairly predictably. 3 j ALL Focus tracks subjects moving through wide area of frame.
Focus-Point Selection Choose a focus point for autofocus. Viewing the Focus-Point Display 1 2 3 Press MENU/OK and go to the shooting menu. Select G AF/MF SETTING > FOCUS AREA to view the focus-point display. Use the focus stick (focus lever) and rear command dial to choose a focus area. N The focus point can also be selected using touch controls (P 27).
Autofocus The Focus-Point Display The focus-point display varies with the option selected for AF mode. N Focus frames are shown by small squares (), focus zones by the large squares. r SINGLE POINT z WIDE/TRACKING points avail- Choose from zones with Position focus frame over selected using 7 × 7, 5 × 5, or 3 × 3 focus subject you want to track SETTING > points. using continuous AF.
Autofocus Checking Focus To zoom in on the current focus area for precise focus, press the center of the rear command dial. Use the focus stick (focus lever) to choose another focus area. Press the center of the rear command dial again to cancel zoom. Normal display Focus zoom 3 N • In focus mode S, zoom can be adjusted by rotating the rear command Taking and Viewing Photos • The focus stick can be used to select the focus area while zoom is in dial. effect.
Manual Focus Adjust focus manually. 1 Rotate the focus mode selector to M. j will appear in the display. Focus manually using the lens focus ring. Rotate the ring left to reduce the focus distance, right to increase. 3 Take pictures. 3 N • Use D BUTTON/DIAL SETTING > FOCUS RING to reverse the direction of rotation of the focus ring. • Regardless of the option selected, manual focus will be used when the lens is in manual focus mode.
Checking Focus A variety of options are available for checking focus in manual focus mode. The Manual Focus Indicator The white line indicates the distance to the subject in the focus area (in meters or feet according to the option selected for D SCREEN SET-UP > FOCUS SCALE UNITS in the setup menu), the blue bar the depth of field, or in other words the distance in front of and behind the subject that appears to be in focus.
Manual Focus Focus Zoom If ON is selected for G AF/MF SETTING > FOCUS CHECK, the camera will automatically zoom in on the selected focus area when the focus ring is rotated. Press the center of the rear command dial to exit zoom. N • Use the focus stick (focus lever) to choose another focus area. • Zoom can be adjusted by rotating the rear command dial.
Sensitivity Adjust the camera’s sensitivity to light. Set sensitivity using A SHOOTING SETTING > ISO. Option Description Sensitivity is automatically adjusted in response to shooting AUTO1 conditions according to combination of standard and maxAUTO2 imum sensitivity and minimum shutter speed chosen for AUTO3 A SHOOTING SETTING > ISO. Choose from AUTO1, AUTO2, and AUTO3 (P 71). Adjust sensitivity manually. Selected value is shown in display. 100–12800 L (50) Choose for special situations.
Sensitivity AUTO Choose the base sensitivity, maximum sensitivity, and minimum shutter speed for AUTO1, AUTO2, and AUTO3. Item DEFAULT SENSITIVITY MAX. SENSITIVITY MIN.
Metering Choose how the camera meters exposure. A SHOOTING SETTING > PHOTOMETRY offers a choice of the following metering options: O The selected option will only take effect when G AF/MF SETTING > FACE/EYE DETECTION SETTING is OFF. Mode o MULTI p CENTERWEIGHTED 3 Taking and Viewing Photos v SPOT w AVERAGE Description The camera instantly determines exposure based on an analysis of composition, color, and brightness distribution. Recommended in most situations.
Exposure Compensation Adjust exposure. Hold the d button and rotate the rear command dial until the desired value is displayed in the viewfinder or LCD monitor. O The amount of compensation available varies with the shooting mode. The d Button If ON/OFF SWITCH is selected for D BUTTON/DIAL SETTING > EXPO. COMP. BUTTON SETTING, exposure compensation can be set by pressing the d button once, rotating the rear command dial, and then pressing the d button again.
Focus/Exposure Lock Focus and exposure lock when the shutter button is pressed halfway. 1 Position the subject in the focus frame and press the shutter button halfway to lock focus and exposure. Focus and exposure will remain locked while the shutter button is pressed halfway (AF/AE lock). 2 Press the button all the way down. N Focus and exposure lock via the shutter button is only available when ON is selected for D BUTTON/DIAL SETTING > SHUTTER AF, SHUTTER AE.
Focus/Exposure Lock Other Controls Focus and exposure can also be locked using function buttons. At default settings, you can use the AEL button to lock exposure without locking focus. If the AFON button is assigned AF LOCK ONLY, it can similarly be used to lock focus without locking exposure. AEL button (exposure lock) • While the assigned control is pressed, 3 AFON button N • The focus lever (focus stick) can be used to reposition the focus point during exposure lock.
Viewing Pictures Pictures can be viewed in the viewfinder or LCD monitor. To view pictures full frame, press a. 100-0001 3 Additional pictures can be viewed by pressing the focus stick (focus lever) left or right or rotating the front command dial. Press the focus stick or rotate the dial right to view pictures in the order recorded, left to view pictures in reverse order. Keep the focus stick pressed to scroll rapidly to the desired frame.
Deleting Pictures Use the b button to delete pictures. O Deleted pictures cannot be recovered. Protect important pictures or copy them to a computer or other storage device before proceeding. 1 With a picture displayed full frame, press the b button and select FRAME. ERASE FRAME SELECTED FRAMES ALL FRAMES 2 N • Protected pictures cannot be deleted. Remove protection from any pictures you wish to delete (P 96).
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Recording Movies This section describes how to film movies in auto mode. 1 Slide the STILL/MOVIE mode switch to MOVIE. 2 Rotate the mode dial to P. AUTO will appear in the display. 4 Movie Recording and Playback O Rotate the mode dial only after pressing the dial lock release to release the dial.
Recording Movies 3 Press the shutter button all the way down. Recording will start. • A recording indicator (V) is displayed while recording is in progress. • The time remaining is shown by a Recording time countdown display, while another Time remaining display counts up to show the recording time. 4 Press the button again to end recording. Recording ends automatically when the maximum length is reached or the memory card is full.
N • The indicator lamp lights while recording is in progress (the B MOVIE SETTING > TALLY LIGHT option can be used to choose the lamp— indicator or AF-assist—that lights during movie recording and whether the lamp blinks or remains steady). During recording, you can change exposure compensation by up to ±2 EV and adjust zoom using the zoom ring on the lens (if available).
Recording Movies Adjusting Movie Settings • Pressing MENU/OK when MOVIE is selected with the STILL/MOVIE mode switch displays the movie menu. • Frame size and rate can be selected using B MOVIE SETTING > MOVIE MODE. • To choose the card used to store movies, use D SAVE DATA SET-UP > F CARD SLOT SETTING. • Focus mode is selected using the focus mode selector; for continuous focus adjustment, select C, or choose S and enable Intelligent Face Detection.
Viewing Movies View movies on the camera. In full-frame playback, movies are identified by a W icon. Press the focus stick (focus lever) down to start movie playback. PLAY +1.
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The Shooting Menus (Still Photography) N Items marked with both x and F icons are available in both the still photography and movie shooting menus. Changes to these items in either menu also apply to the item in the remaining menu. IMAGE QUALITY SETTING To display image quality settings, press MENU/OK in the photo shooting display and select the H (IMAGE QUALITY SETTING) tab. Setting IMAGE SIZE IMAGE QUALITY Menu List 5 Description Choose the size and aspect ratio for new photographs.
The Shooting Menus (Still Photography) Setting COLOR SHARPNESS HIGH ISO NR CLARITY LONG EXPOSURE NR LENS MODULATION OPTIMIZER COLOR SPACE PIXEL MAPPING Description Adjust color density. Sharpen or soften outlines. Reduce noise in pictures taken at high sensitivities. Increase definition while altering tones in highlights and shadows as little as possible. Reduce mottling in long time-exposures. Reduce the slight loss of definition caused by diffraction at small apertures.
Setting NUMBER OF FOCUS POINTS PRE-AF Menu List 5 Description Choose the number of focus points available for focuspoint selection. Choose whether the camera continues to adjust focus even when the shutter button is not pressed halfway. xF AF ILLUMINATOR Choose whether the AF-assist illuminator lights to assist autofocus. FACE/EYE DETECTION Choose whether the camera prioritizes human faces SETTING over background objects when setting focus and exposure.
The Shooting Menus (Still Photography) SHOOTING SETTING To display shooting settings, press MENU/OK in the photo shooting display and select the A (SHOOTING SETTING) tab. 89 Menu List Setting Description SELF-TIMER Choose a shutter release delay. SAVE SELF-TIMER SETTING Choose whether self-timer settings are reset each time the timer is used or when the camera is turned off. SELF-TIMER LAMP Choose whether the self-timer lamp lights during selftimer photography.
The Shooting Menus (Still Photography) Setting FLICKER REDUCTION ISO IS MODE 35mm FORMAT MODE xF WIRELESS COMMUNICATION Description Choose whether to reduce flicker in pictures and the display when shooting under fluorescent lighting and other similar light sources. Adjust the camera’s sensitivity to light. Choose whether to enable image stabilization. Take pictures with an angle of view equivalent to that of a 35 mm format camera. Establish wireless connections to smartphones, tablets, or other devices.
The Shooting Menus (Movies) N Items marked with both x and F icons are available in both the still photography and movie shooting menus. Changes to these items in either menu also apply to the item in the remaining menu. MOVIE SETTING To display options for movie recording, press MENU/OK in the movie shooting display and select the B (MOVIE SETTING) tab. 91 Menu List Setting Description MOVIE MODE Adjust movie recording settings. FIX MOVIE MOVIE CROP Choose whether to fix the movie crop ratio at 1.1∶1.
Setting Description F EDIT/SAVE CUSTOM Save custom shooting menu settings. SETTING Establish wireless connections to smartphones, tablets, xF WIRELESS or other devices. COMMUNICATION IMAGE QUALITY SETTING To display image quality settings, press MENU/OK in the movie shooting display and select the H (IMAGE QUALITY SETTING) tab. Setting F FILM SIMULATION F MONOCHROMATIC COLOR Menu List 5 Description Choose a film simulation effect for movie recording.
The Shooting Menus (Movies) AF/MF SETTING To display AF/MF settings, press MENU/OK in the movie shooting display and select the G (AF/MF SETTING) tab. 93 Menu List Setting Description Choose the focus area. F FOCUS AREA Choose the size of the focus area. F AF MODE xF AAFF ILLUMINATOR Choose whether the AF-assist illuminator lights to assist autofocus. F FACE/EYE DETECTION Choose whether the camera prioritizes human faces over background objects when setting focus and SETTING exposure.
Setting Description xF AF RANGE LIMITER Limit the range of available focus distances for increased focus speed. xF TOUCH SCREEN Choose the shooting operations performed using touch controls. MODE FOCUS CHECK LOCK Choose whether focus zoom remains in effect once movie recording begins. AUDIO SETTING To display audio settings, press MENU/OK in the movie shooting display and select the P (AUDIO SETTING) tab.
The Shooting Menus (Movies) TIME CODE SETTING To display time code settings, press MENU/OK in the movie shooting display and select the Q (TIME CODE SETTING) tab. Setting TIME CODE DISPLAY Description Choose whether to display time codes during movie recording and playback. START TIME SETTING Choose the time code starting time. COUNT UP SETTING Choose whether time is clocked continuously or only during movie recording. DROP FRAME Choose whether to enable frame drop.
The Playback Menu The playback menu is displayed when you press MENU/OK in playback mode. Setting SWITCH SLOT Menu List 5 Description Choose the card from which images will be played back. RAW CONVERSION Copy RAW pictures in other formats. ERASE Delete individual pictures, multiple selected pictures, or all pictures.
The Setup Menus USER SETTING To access basic camera settings, press MENU/OK, select the D (SET UP) tab, and choose USER SETTING. Setting FORMAT DATE/TIME TIME DIFFERENCE Qa x MY MENU SETTING F MY MENU SETTING REGULATORY SOUND SET-UP To access sound settings, press MENU/OK, select the D (SET UP) tab, and choose SOUND SET-UP. Setting AF BEEP VOL. SELF-TIMER BEEP VOL. Description Choose the volume of the beep that sounds when the camera focuses.
Setting OPERATION VOL. SHUTTER VOLUME SHUTTER SOUND PLAYBACK VOLUME Description Adjust the volume of the sounds produced when camera controls are operated. Adjust the volume of the sounds produced by the electronic shutter. Choose the sound made by the electronic shutter. Adjust the volume for movie playback. SCREEN SET-UP To access display settings, press MENU/OK, select the D (SET UP) tab, and choose SCREEN SET-UP.
The Setup Menus BUTTON/DIAL SETTING To access control options, press MENU/OK, select the D (SET UP) tab, and choose BUTTON/DIAL SETTING. Setting FOCUS LEVER SETTING x EDIT/SAVE QUICK MENU F EDIT/SAVE QUICK MENU Description Choose the functions performed by the focus stick (focus lever). Choose the items displayed in the quick menu during still photography. Choose the items displayed in the quick menu when filming movies.
Setting FUNCTION (Fn) SETTING COMMAND DIAL SETTING COMMAND DIAL DIRECTION SHUTTER AF Menu List 5 Description Choose the roles played by the function buttons. Choose the roles played by the command dials. Choose whether to reverse command dial rotation for use when adjusting settings. Choose whether the camera focuses when the shutter button is pressed halfway. SHUTTER AE Choose whether exposure locks (AE lock) while the shutter button is pressed halfway.
The Setup Menus POWER MANAGEMENT To access power management settings, press MENU/OK, select the D (SET UP) tab, and choose POWER MANAGEMENT. Setting AUTO POWER OFF Description Choose whether the camera turns off automatically when no operations are performed. SHOOTING SHOO TING STAND BY Choose the delay before the camera enters shooting MODE standby mode. To exit shooting standby mode, press the MENU/OK button or another control. AUTO POWER SAVE Adjust settings for power saving mode. AUTO POWER OFF TEMP.
The Setup Menus Setting SELECT FOLDER COPYRIGHT INFO Description Create folders and choose the folder used to store subsequent pictures. Choose whether to add copyright information, in the form of Exif tags, to new images as they are taken. CONNECTION SETTING To access connection settings, press MENU/OK, select the D (SET UP) tab, and choose CONNECTION SETTING.
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HDMI Output Camera shooting and playback displays can be output to HDMI devices. Connecting to HDMI Devices Connect the camera to TVs or other HDMI devices using a third-party HDMI cable. 1 2 Turn the camera off. Connect the cable as shown below. Insert into HDMI connector Connections 6 Insert into HDMI Micro connector (Type D) 3 Configure the device for HDMI input as described in the documentation supplied with the device. 4 Turn the camera on.
HDMI Output Shooting Display Full HD live view or movie footage on a TV or save it to an external recorder. Playback To start playback, press the camera a button. The camera monitor turns off and pictures and movies are output to the HDMI device. Note that the camera volume controls have no effect on sounds played on the TV; use the television volume controls to adjust the volume. N Some televisions may briefly display a black screen when movie playback begins.
Wireless Connections (Bluetooth®, Wireless LAN/Wi-Fi) Access wireless networks and connect to computers, smartphones, or tablets. For more information, visit: http://fujifilm-dsc.com/wifi/ Smartphones and Tablets: FUJIFILM Camera Remote Connect to the camera via Bluetooth or wireless LAN. N To establish a wireless connection to the camera, you will need to install the latest version of the FUJIFILM Camera Remote app on your smartphone or tablet.
Wireless Connections (Bluetooth®, Wireless LAN/Wi-Fi) SmartPhones and Tablets: Bluetooth® Pairing Use D CONNECTION SETTING > Bluetooth SETTINGS > PAIRING REGISTRATION to pair the camera with smartphones or tablets. Pairing offers a simple method for downloading photos from the camera. O • Photos are downloaded via a wireless connection. • Once pairing is complete, you will be able to synchronize the camera clock and location data with the smartphone or tablet.
Wireless Connections (Bluetooth®, Wireless LAN/Wi-Fi) Tethered Shooting: Capture One Pro Fujifilm/ Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® Classic CC + FUJIFILM Tether Shooting Plug-in PRO for GFX/FUJIFILM X Acquire CONNECTION N SETTING • Before proceeding, adjust settings USB CARD READER Bluetooth SETTINGS u USB TETHER SHOOTING AUTO NETWORK ET SETTING using D CONNECTION SETTING > USB TETHER SHOOTING FIXED PRINTER CONNECTION SETTING WIRELESS TETHER SHOOTING FIXED NETWORK SETTING and then select CONNECTION MODE ON USB
Connecting via USB The camera can be connected to computers and smartphones via USB. N Before downloading pictures or taking pictures remotely, connect the camera to a computer and check that it functions normally. Turn the computer on. 3 4 Turn the camera off. Adjust settings according to how the camera will be used.
O The USB cable must be no more than 1.5 m (4.9 ft.) long and be suitable for data transfer. 5 6 Turn the camera on. Connections Choose an application according to the task at hand. • Tethered shooting: During tethered shooting, you can copy pictures using tethered shooting software such as the Capture One Pro Fujifilm/Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® Classic CC + FUJIFILM Tether Shooting Plug-in PRO for GFX/ FUJIFILM X Acquire. • Image transfer: Use applications provided with your operating system.
Connecting via USB O • Turn the camera off before disconnecting the USB cable. • When connecting USB cables, be sure the connectors are fully in- 111 Connections serted in the correct orientation. Connect the camera directly to the computer; do not use a USB hub or keyboard. • Loss of power during transfer could result in loss of data or damage to the memory card. Insert a fresh or fully-charged battery before connecting the camera.
Tethered Shooting: Capture One Pro Fujifilm/ Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® Classic CC + FUJIFILM Tether Shooting Plug-in PRO for GFX/ FUJIFILM X Acquire/FUJIFILM Pixel Shift Combiner N SETTING • Before proceeding, select USB TETHER CONNECTION USB CARD READER Bluetooth SETTINGS u USB TETHER SHOOTING AUTO NETWORK ET SETTING SHOOTING AUTO for D CONNECTION USB TETHER SHOOTING FIXED PRINTER CONNECTION SETTING WIRELESS TETHER SHOOTING FIXED SETTING > CONNECTION MODE in the CONNECTION MODE ON USB RAW CONV.
Connecting via USB Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to a Computer N SETTING • Before copying pictures to a com- CONNECTION USB CARD READER Bluetooth SETTINGS u USB TETHER SHOOTING AUTO NETWORK ET SETTING puter, select USB CARD READER for USB TETHER SHOOTING FIXED PRINTER CONNECTION SETTING WIRELESS TETHER SHOOTING FIXED DCONNECTION SETTING > CONNECTION CONNECTION MODE ON USB RAW CONV./BACKUP RESTORE USB SB POWER SUPPLY SETTING MODE.
Converting RAW Images: FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO • Before proceeding, select USB RAW CONV./ BACKUP RESTORE for D CONNECTION SETTING > CONNECTION MODE in the camera menus. • FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO can be used to convert RAW images to JPEG or TIFF images. CONNECTION N SETTING USB CARD READER Bluetooth SETTINGS u USB TETHER SHOOTING AUTO NETWORK ET SETTING USB TETHER SHOOTING FIXED PRINTER CONNECTION SETTING WIRELESS TETHER SHOOTING FIXED CONNECTION MODE ON USB RAW CONV.
Connecting via USB Connecting to Smartphones To copy pictures to a smartphone, select OFF for D CONNECTION SETTING > USB POWER SUPPLY SETTING and connect the camera to the phone using a USB cable. For Customers Using Android Devices How you will connect the camera depends on the type of USB connector with which your smartphone is equipped. Type-C Use the supplied USB cable. Supplied USB cable Type-C connector (male) Type-C connector (male) Connections Micro-B Use a USB on-the-go (OTG) cable.
1 Set the camera’s D CONNECTION SETTING > USB POWER SUPPLY SETTING to OFF. 2 Connect the camera and smartphone using a USB cable. N If the smartphone asks for permission for an application other than the “Camera Importer” to access the camera, tap “Cancel” and move on to the next step. 3 On your smartphone, tap the notification “Connected to USB PTP”. 4 From the recommended applications, select “Camera Importer”.
Connecting via USB For Customers Using iOS Use a camera adapter. Given that the camera is equipped with a USB Type-C connector, you will need to supply a cable with a USB Type-A connector for connection to the camera adapter. Third-party USB cable Type-C connector (male) Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter Use an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter Type-A connector (male) Set the camera’s D CONNECTION SETTING > USB POWER SUPPLY SETTING to OFF.
instax SHARE Printers Print pictures from your digital camera to instax SHARE printers. Establishing a Connection Select D CONNECTION SETTING > instax PRINTER CONNECTION SETTING and enter the instax SHARE printer name (SSID) and password. The Printer Name (SSID) and Password The printer name (SSID) can be found on the bottom of the printer; the default password is “1111”. If you have already chosen a different password to print from a smartphone, enter that password instead.
instax SHARE Printers Printing Pictures 1 Turn the printer on. 2 Select C PLAY BACK MENU > instax PRINTER PRINT. The camera will connect to the printer. PRINTER PRINT instax-12345678 CONNECTING FUJIFILM-CAMERA-1234 CANCEL 3 Use the focus stick (focus lever) to display the picture you want to print, then press MENU/OK. PRINTER PRINT 100-0020 SET instax-12345678 CANCEL N • Pictures taken with other cameras cannot be printed.
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For Your Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions • Read Instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. Instructions: The safety and operating instructions • Retain Instructions should be retained for future reference. Warnings: All warnings on the appliance and in the • Heed Warnings operating instructions should be adhered to. Instructions: All operating and use instructions • Follow Instructions should be followed.
For Your Safety Power Lines: An outside antenna system should not be locat- Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this video product from ed in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personlight or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power nel under the following conditions: lines or circuits.
WARNING Do not use in the bathroom or shower Do not disassemble Do not touch internal parts Do not use the camera in the bathroom or shower. This can cause a fire or electric shock. Never attempt to change or take apart the camera (never open the case). Failure to observe this precaution can cause fire or electric shock. Should the case break open as the result of a fall or other accident, do not touch the exposed parts.
For Your Safety CAUTION Do not use this camera in locations affected by oil fumes, steam, humidity or dust. This can cause a fire or electric shock. Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures. Do not leave the camera in locations such as a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight. This can cause a fire. Do not place heavy objects on the camera. This can cause the heavy object to tip over or fall and cause injury. Do not move the camera while the AC power adapter is still connected.
The Battery and Power Supply Note: Check the type of battery used in your camera and read ■ Cautions: Handling the Battery the appropriate sections. • Do not transport or store with metal objects such as neckWARNING: Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat laces or hairpins. • Do not expose to flame or heat. such as sunshine, fire or the like. Do not disassemble or modify. The following describes the proper use of batteries and how • Do not expose to low atmospheric pressures. to prolong their life.
For Your Safety Using the Camera Trademark Information including artificial light sources or natural light sources Digital Split Image is a trademark or registered trademark of such as the sun in a cloudless sky. Failure to observe this FUJIFILM Corporation. Digital Micro Prism is a trademark or precaution could damage the camera image sensor. registered trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation.
NOTICES To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Please read the “Safety Notes” and make sure you understand them before using the camera. Perchlorate Material—special handling may apply. See: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate For Customers in the U. S. A. Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Notices 7 Contains IC : 10293A-WMBNBM26A Contains FCC ID : COF-WMBNBM26A FCC Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
For Your Safety For Customers in Canada CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) CAUTION: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Industry Canada statement: This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Wireless Network and Bluetooth Devices: Cautions This product complies with the following EU Directives: • RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU • RE Directive 2014/53/EU Hereby, FUJIFILM Corporation declares that the radio equipment type FF210001 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://dl.fujifilm-x.com/global/products/cameras/gfx100s/pdf/gfx100s_doc-aar.
For Your Safety • Do not use this device on board an aircraft. Note that Bluetooth may remain on even when the camera is off. Bluetooth can be disabled by selecting OFF for D CONNECTION SETTING > Bluetooth SETTINGS > Bluetooth ON/OFF. • Wireless specifications follow. Wireless LAN Standards Operating frequency (center frequency) Access protocols Bluetooth® Standards Operating frequency (center frequency) IEEE 802.
Be sure to read these notes before using the lens Safety Notes WARNING • Make sure that you use the lens correctly. Read these safety notes and the camera Basic Manual carefully before use. • After reading these safety notes, store them in a safe place. About the Icons The icons shown below are used in this document to indicate the severity of the injury or damage that can result if the information indicated by the icon is ignored and the product is used incorrectly as a result.
For Your Safety AC-5VJ AC power adapter Manufacturer Address Model name Rated input Input capacity Rated output Average active efficiency Efficiency at load 10% No-load power consumption Operating temperature Weight Dongguan Yingiu Power Co.,Ltd. No.6 Yongxing Road, Shayao Village, Shijie Town, 523292 Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA AC-5VJ 100 V – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Max. 50 VA DC5.0V 3.0A 15.0W 84.8 % 84.2 % 0.02 W 0 °C to +40 °C/+32 °F to +104 °F Approx. 45 g ± 2 g/1.6 oz.
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