Connectivity
Software (6.5)
The S5100 comes with a Fujifilm CD-ROM with FinePix Viewer software versions 4.2 for Windows and 3.3 for Macs. The software provides basic viewing and editing tools.
Jacks, Ports, Plugs (6.0)
The left side of the camera is the home of the Fujifilm FinePix S5100's ports. A rubber door covers the USB, DC in, and A/V out sockets. The video out port is NTSC and PAL interchangeable. The included 16MB xD-Picture Card is also tucked away behind a plastic door on the left side of the camera. Four AA batteries are included to power the camera, but the AC power adaptor is an optional accessory sold separately.
Direct Print Options (6.0)
The FinePix S5100 is PictBridge compatible. When users press the “F” button, a screen titled “DPOF” will appear and ask if pictures should be printed with the date or without. Once chosen, the four-way navigational dial allows users to choose the quantity of prints desired. Users then press the MENU/OK button to begin printing or press the DISP/BACK button to abort the process. With four effective megapixels, the S5100 can print 11 x 17-inch prints that look good when shot at the highest quality setting.
Memory (3.0)
The FinePix S5100 comes with a 16MB xD-Picture Card, but accepts cards of that brand up to 512MB. A larger card will be necessary, especially if the user plans on capturing movie clips. Many Fujifilm users have complained that the xD-Picture Cards are expensive. This may be true; it depends on how expensive is defined. I’ve seen 512MB xD-Picture Cards sell for $90, but I’ve also seen CompactFlash cards of the same capacity and read/write speed sell for $40 cheaper.
Other features (2.0)
Self-timer - The self-timer is available in every mode, including the fully automatic mode. To access this feature, press the MENU/OK button then scroll to either the ten- or two-second choice. It becomes activated once you depress the shutter release button. The self-timer lamp on the front of the camera blinks every second until the picture is taken.
World Time - The manual calls this option “world time,” but here is what it really is: Users can set the time in the setup menu. Then, if they travel, there’s a separate menu option where the time difference can be entered. The differential can be activated at will; the idea is that users won’t have to reset the main clock.
