Fujifilm FinePix S5600 Review
TrustedReviews reviews the FinePix S5600, the SLR-style ultra zoom digital camera from Fujifilm.
As you may recall, I was very enthusiastic in my praise for the superb Fujifilm FinePix S9500 back in October. Well it’s been a while, but I’ve finally got around to taking a look at its kid brother, the S5600. The S9500 is a tough act to follow, so can junior keep up?
Launched in July 2005, The S5600 (also known as the S5200 for the US market) is based on the successful S5500 launched the previous year. It is available from a number of online retailers for under £200, which is remarkably cheap considering the specification. It is a five megapixel camera featuring Fujifilm’s advanced SuperCCD HR sensor and acclaimed Real Photo image processing engine, coupled with a powerful 38-380mm equivalent (10x ) optical zoom lens, and the promise of top quality pictures even at high ISO speeds.
It gets a ten out of ten in value, but still only manages to walk away with a eight out of ten as a final rating as the image quality gets a seven out of ten on TrustedReviews rating scale.
Fujifilm Finepix F10 Review
Darren Rowse recently sent me notice that he had written up a review of the Fujifilm Finepix F10 which he recommends as a Mother’s Day gift.
This is a point and shoot digital camera that has won awards and that has been given very positive reviews since it was launched a year ago.
While it might not be a camera that wins any awards for design (it’s not ugly, but it’s not beautiful) it’s images are nothing short of brilliant for a camera of this price and feature set.
Technically speaking it has a 6.3 megapixel 1/1.7 inch Super CCD sensor but in practice this means it is capable of great versatility in a diversity of light situations.
In the end he highly recommends the camera, and is no doubt giving it to his pregnant wife. Check out the rest of the review at the Digital Photography Blog.
Fuji FinePix V10 Review
Digital Camera Resource page has a review of the V10 from Fujifilm.
The V10 is a 100% point-and-shoot camera, with no manual controls. That’s too bad, since it really needs manual white balance controls at the very least. What you will find are several scene modes, including the natural light mode that was made famous by the FinePix F10. Unfortunately, the V10 doesn’t perform as well as that camera at high ISO sensitivities, so I’d skip that mode altogether and set the ISO manually, keeping it at 400 or less. The V10 has a very nice movie mode, recording VGA quality video at 30 frames/second until the memory card fills up. And yes, the V10 plays games — four of them to be exact. They’re not terribly exciting, and the controls leave something to be desired, but I suppose some people will enjoy them. I would’ve preferred manual controls and an AF-assist lamp instead, personally.
Some of the things they liked include the photo quality in most situations, the compact and stylish body, and the 3″ LCD. Some of the drawbacks they listed were that the high ISO performance was not very good and redeye was prevalent in many images. Also, the lack of manual controls is mentioned throughout the article.
Fujifilm Offers $100 Rebate on FinePix S9000
Until June 30th, you can take one hundred dollars off the price of the Fuji FinePix S9000, Fujifilm’s 9 megapixel, 10x optical zoom ditital camera.
Normally, $699, the rebate is available to those that purchase the FinePix S9000 from Fujifilm U.S.A. authorized retailers between April 1, and June 30.
For more details check out www.fujifilmrebates.com.
FujiFilm FinePix A350 Review
Laptop Magazine takes a quick look at the A350 from FujiFilm, and says that the sub-$200 camera is only worthy of an average rating of two point five out of five.
Unfortunately, this camera has a decidedly unfriendly interface, with most controls only accessible from the LCD’s menu system and a clumsy, hard-to-use Zoom control. This camera’s worst sin, though, is that its image quality is mediocre at best; skin tones are too red, the flash runs hot, and the focus is a bit soft.
Fuji FinePix V10 Review
Pocket-lint has a review up for the V10, a compact, lightweight 5.1 megapixel digital camera.
So, Fuji’s back room boys have been busy beavering away in, well, the back room, and the V10 benefits from all that extra “beavering”. It boasts a broad range of sensitivity settings, from 64 ISO up to 1600 ISO, it’s worth saying now, up front, that noise is very well controlled at that high 1600 setting, producing a level of noise akin to that from some competitors models at ISO 400, so it really does work.
In the end it manages to earn itself a nine out of ten and gets a hot product sticker, sound like it is one to try.
Fujifilm FinePix S5200 Review
Imaging Resource has put up one of their “quick reviews” for the FinePix S5200, a digital SLR-style camera. Many people don’t appreciate such cameras due to the drops in prices in dSLR’s, and the increase in features of compact digitial cameras, but I still enjoy having a great long optical zoom, without some of the hassles of a digital SLR.
Featuring a miniaturized, “SLR-style” body design that brings to mind a scaled-down dSLR, the Fuji FinePix S5200 offers a 10x optical zoom lens complemented by a 5.1-Mp CCD. To accommodate the camera’s long zoom lens, the Fuji S5200’s body is hardly pocketable, but still compact compared to many long-zoom digicams. Very portable and surprisingly lightweight, the S5200 is definitely easy to bring along to impromptu outings and social gatherings. An included lens cover provides protection from impact damage. Too large for a standard shirt pocket, the Fuji S5200 should fit into larger coat pockets and purses, and comes with a shoulder strap, which is the likely way you’ll bring it with you.
They must agree with me, as they highly recommend the camera, as well as bestowing upon it a “Dave’s pick” rating. So check it out.
Fujifilm FinePix E900 Review
Imaging Resource takes a look at the Fujifilm FinePix E900 in one of their “quick” reviews and it earns a Dave’s Pick rating, meaning its one to consider.
What I immediately noticed about the FinePix E900 is its clean fit and finish. It has a more sophisticated look than earlier Fujifilm point-and-shoots I’ve reviewed. Part of this may be the black body, which I confess I am partial to. But the camera also has a nice feel to it: All of the controls are well-placed, and the large patch of rubber on both sides of the hand grip is a nice touch. What gripes I have about the E900 are fairly minor.
The Fujifilm FinePix E900 was quick to start up and shut down–about a second. There was, however, a fair amount of lag between when I pressed the shutter and when the camera took the shot–mostly due to the auto-focus system. It was more pronounced when shooting in low light or when there was a lot of contrast to the scene (e.g., a dark window frame and a bright outdoors scene). However, as long as I prefocused, the camera was great at getting shots of active subjects, like kids. AF shutter lag is common, so it’s best to learn to prefocus by half-pressing the shutter.
Some of the things they liked include: excellent high-ISO performance, fairly wide angle 4x zoom, and a good battery life. Some of the negatives worth noting include things like barrel distortion at wide angle, slow startup time, and a tiny included memory card for a nine megapixel camera.
Fuji Finepix F11 Review
DCViews looks at the Fuji Finepix F11, a 6 megapixel compact digital camera with a 3x optical zoom. They seemed to be happy with pretty much everything, and I did not notice any glaring dislikes towards the camera.
The new Fujifilm Finepix F11 builds on the success of the Finepix F10, which was voted European Pocket camera of the Year in 2005. Although the F10, which is available alongside the F11, has a class-leading ISO range of 80 to 1600, it is still a completely point and shoot camera with no manual controls. This could make it less appealing to photographers who like to exert some more control over their image taking, and this is where the F11 comes in.
All the good things, such as the highly effective Super CCD, large 2.5-inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens are still there, but the camera’s specifications have been enhanced by offering more manual control in the form of shutter and aperture priority modes. Other characteristics of the 6-megapixel model include a Natural/Chrome colour mode, optional 3:2 image format and Macro up to 5cm.
Fujifilm FinePix A600 Zoom
Fujifilm today announces the launch of the FinePix A600 Zoom, the next step forwards for Fujifilm’s highly successful ‘A’ series entry-level cameras. The FinePix A600 Zoom, designed in an attractive two-tone metallic finish, incorporates many features normally only found in higher end models. With an impressive 6.3 million pixels, featuring Fujifilm’s proprietary Super CCD, along with an extra-large 2.4-inch LCD monitor, the FinePix A600 Zoom is a delight for all those new to digital photography.
Available for the first time in an entry-level ‘A’ series FinePix camera, the sophisticated Super CCD sensor means that image quality is the best possible standard, allowing the FinePix A600 Zoom to take shots that look more realistic, and more traditionally photographic. Skin tones look like skin, colours are more vibrant, and intricate landscapes appear sharper and more detailed.
Simplicity in design is the central theme of this model, the casing has few buttons, freeing the user from spending hours ‘getting to know’ the camera. The large 2.4inch LCD monitor also allows users to frame shots perfectly without the use of a viewfinder.
In addition, the FinePix A600 Zoom has approx.12 megabytes of internal memory built-in, making it possible to record up to seven frames without a media card. The FinePix A600 Zoom is also capable of capturing 10 movie frames per second with monaural sound.
Will Rolls, Fujifilm’s UK Marketing Manager for Digital Imaging commented: ‘The Fujifilm FinePix A600 Zoom does something a bit special in the entry level category. It incorporates our sought-after Super CCD technology, as well as great functionality. Entry-level consumers deserve products that give them the freedom to take shots simply without compromising on image quality, the FinePix A600 Zoom fits the bill perfectly and then some…’
Fujifilm FinePix A600 Zoom features at a glance
- 6.3 megapixel Super CCD sensor
- 3x optical zoom
- Large 2.4 inch LCD monitor for easy framing and playback
- Automatic ISO setting up to ISO400 with low noise
- Approx.12MB of internal memory
- Captures 10 movie frames per second
- Four selectable scene positions (portrait, landscape, sport and night scene)
Availability & pricing
The FinePix A600 Zoom will be available from UK retailers in June 2006. Pricing and stockists will be announced nearer to the date of retail launch.
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