Amazon.com Product Description

Speed is mostly what sets the A340 apart from previous cameras. Slide the camera cover open and you'll be ready to start taking photos in about three seconds. The camera also has a quick refresh between images--less than a second. Images come out of the A340 quickly, too, since it is compatible with the much-faster transfer speeds of USB 2.0 when uploading to computers that are likewise equipped.

Optics and Resolution
Featuring a 4-megapixel CCD sensor, the A340 can create images up to 2016 x 1512 pixels, which is enough information to create photo-quality prints up to 10 by 13 inches. The camera features a 3x Fujinon zoom lens. Also, the camera has a 1.7x digital zoom feature, but only when shooting in 2MP mode. To get those close-up shots full of detail, the A340's macro mode can focus the camera on subjects just 3.6 inches from the lens.

Movie Mode
Shoot up to one minute of AVI video without sound at resolutions up to 320 x 240 pixels. The movies aren't camcorder quality, but they're fun and convenient, and they're perfect as e-mail attachments. The camera includes cables that allow you to view your movies on NTSC (North American) and PAL (other regions) televisions and, of course, you can upload the files to your computer via the camera's USB interface.

More Features

• Flash mode: Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Red-eye Reduction + Slow Synchro
• 1.5-inch TFT display screen
• TTL center-point fixed autofocus
• Auto, manual, and pre-programmed exposure control
• Fast processing: 3.3-second bootup time (duration between turning the camera on and when it's ready to start taking pictures) and a frame-to-frame time of 0.62 seconds.
• Ten-second self-timer
• Six-language menu interface
• Standard tripod socket
• Sliding lens cover

Storage and Transfer
Images and video are stored on xD memory cards (16MB included). Files can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB connectivity, which means it can be connected to any USB-based Windows 98/Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software. This camera can transfer images at a faster USB 2.0 rate to computers installed with a USB 2.0 card.

Printing
This camera is compatible with the PictBridge direct-printing standard. That means that it can connect and print directly to a number of printers by different manufacturers without additional software or even a computer. Learn more about PictBridge.

Power and Size
The camera is powered by two AA-size batteries (alkaline included, rechargeable NiMH recommended). It measures 4.09 by 2.42 by 1.23 inches and weighs 5.1 ounces without batteries and memory card.

What's in the Box
Camera, 16MB xD-Picture Card, USB / Video out Cable, Wrist Strap, 2 AA Alkaline Batteries, Picture Cradle Adapter (Cradle Sold Separately), CD-ROM with FinePix Viewer ver. 4.2 and ImageMixer VCD 2 for FinePix, User Manual ... Read more

Features

• 4-megapixel resolution for photo-quality 11-by-15-inch enlargements
• Fujinon 3x zoom lens
• Sliding lens cover design; movie mode without sound; improved operating speeds; PictBridge compatible
• Stores images on xD memory cards (16MB included); connect to computers via USB 1.1 or 2.0
• Powered by 2 AA-size batteries (alkaline included, rechargeable NiMH recommended)

Reviews (7)

i just got this camera for christmas
I just got this camera for christmas and it is relatively easy for a first time user so i give it 5 stars so i would recomend this camera to every one

If pictures from a semester at the White House come out...
So I must disagree with the reviewer from Maine, who believe it or not cannot seem to spell anything correctly, thus I would expect her to rate this camera low as it is probably above her to even know anything about a camera much less operate one. My sister purchased the originial of this camera over the summer for her internship with Laura Bush, at the same time my other sister and my brother were getting cameras for the first years of university life and I must say that of the three cameras I liked the Fuji the best. My first digital camera 4 years ago was a Nikon CoolPix and I will NEVER own another Nikon. I purchased the Fuji the other night and am so pleased with it. The pictures look amazing on the camera, on my computer and in print. No complaints here! Thank you Fuji for securing my loyality for years to come.

Well, I like this camera!
I purchased this camera this afternoon. I didn't buy it from amazon. I purchased it at a PC Richards. I knew the salesman and he gave me a good deal. Anyway, I was going to get the 3 pixal one, but that was out of stock. The salesman sold me this one at the same price, which was $200. I was deciding between this one and a canon, and he recommended this one. I have had it for an hour, and I love it. It is so easy to use. I just skimmed throught the instructions. I was able to navigate the menu's with no problem. I wanted to point that out, since a lot of the compliants are that it is not that easy to use. I have about ten pictures that I took so far. I used my new puppy as my test subject. They came out great. It is easy to pick out the pictures that you want, and the ones that you want to delete. I can't wait to print some up. I just needed one with the basics. This has that and more. I love it, and I am glad I purchased this one. It is highly recommended. I only gave it four stars, because I wish the memory card held more. Don't have second thoughts on this. It is definitly a good price, and compact.

great camera!
I'm suprised there are a few reviews that aren't so good, we love this little camera! The pictures are clear,sharp,nice colors, and theres some really great features for being such an affordable price. This is a really good family camera. Not for the professional.
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above website will show pics of low light, indoor light, and outside.
PS. cradle is optional. USB connects to your computer to upload. It would be cheaper to get a $15 recharger & batteries.

Fuji Flop
I have to agree with erosomniac, from Seattle, WA. The FujiFilm A340 is a waste of money. I previously had a FujiFilm 2600 and it took far superior pictures than the A340. I contacted Fuji (sent them pictures from the A340 and they sent me back pictures with the same problems) and that was also a waste of time. Outdoor pictures are either too bright or too dark, really hard to get a good clear picture. ... Read more

Features

• Fuji's successor to the FinePix 2650; 2-megapixel sensor creates sharp prints at sizes up to 8 x 10 inches
• 3x optical plus 2.5x digital zoom lens (for 7.5x total)
• 1.5-inch LCD, 4-frame burst mode, movie clips without sound up to 240 seconds
• Includes 16 MB XD Picture Card
• Powered by 2 AA batteries (alkalines included, rechargeables recommended); connects to PCs and Macs via USB 1.1

Reviews (52)

Wow!! Nice Little Camera
Let me start by saying that I don't own this camera. My mother just bought it recently and asked me for some help in figuring out the fine details. When I saw the pictures she took, all 4X6s, I was impressed with the quality, which I thought was excellent. Contrary to some other reviews, none of her pictures seems dark or grainy. All were very sharp and clear. Then, I was looking at the settings on the camera and showing her the different functions (she is not very tech savvy at all.) and I realized that she only had the resolution set on 1 megapixel setting! Of course I warned her than if she tried to blow them up much they'd probably be pixelated, but I know 99 percent of her pictures will be 4X6. The menu and features were easy to figure out and the zoom worked well enough. The one thing I didn't like was that you couldn't turn off the digital zoom, which wasn't too big a deal since it is only about 1.5X and didn't seem to affect the quality on her pics much. Very nice for the price and she loves it.

Takes excellent pictures, but....
Since I'm on a college budget, I needed to get an inexpensive camera so I could take pictures during the Thanksgiving Break. My requirments were at least 2 megapixals and decent image quality. I read a number of digial camera reviews and decided to pick up the Fuji Finepix A205. My first thoughts of the camera was the bulk; it's quite thick but it is light weight. Not something you would want to stick in your pants or shirt pocket though. The buttons on the camera do feel cheap, but it was only $150 so what?

Other than those small gripes, the camera takes excellent pictures but only in well lit environments. Outdoor pictures are really nice. Indoor shots can end up grainy if there isn't alot of light and I mean A LOT OF LIGHT. The flash is only effective in close range (at least 5ft to 6ft) Anything beyond that, make sure the environment is well lit or your subject is close.

Macro mode just takes a press of the button and it works really well. There is also a movie mode, but forget about using it unless the room is very very very very well lit.

Comparing indoor shots taken with the A205 and a 3MP Sony digital camera, the A205 images were less grainy than the Sony's, but the Sony's pictures were brighter because of the better flash.

In conclusion, the Fuji Finepix A205 takes very excellent pictures outdoors and indoors in bright light or when the subject is close to the camera with the flash. I could only give it 3 stars for the poor flash performance.

Good Camera
I bought this camera about 2 weeks ago. It's a pretty good one. Picture quality for outdoors are excellent, even it only has 2MP. But indoor pictures are not very clear. Anyway, what do you expect for a $100 DC?. I am very satisfied with it.

Even I get great pictures
This camera is great for beginners and those of us who have a fear of anything digital. I'm technically impared and thought I'd have trouble with digital cameras. With the A205 I didn't. It is intuitive to operate. The price was right. The controls are easy to find and operate.The picture quality is good enough for my needs (snapshots of family and vacations) and its easy to operate. I can play with cropping, titles and editing. Batteries drain pretty quickly, but from what I've heard this is normal. Would I buy it again? YES.

Can't Complain about this little honey
I did all the research, read all the reviews and decided on the FujiFilm FinePix A205, to replace my Kodak digital which was no longer compatible with my new computer. I've had it a couple of weeks now and can't complain. I actually bought it to do minor stuff, but am finding more and more, I want to use it to take my nature photos for print.

The picture quality is not bad at all. I went to a local garden and took a beautiful shot which I've since blown up and framed. It does use batteries fairly quickly, (I needed a new set after about 20 {give or take} photos.) So to invest in rechargeable batteries is probably going to be a good idea.

I haven't used the movie clip option yet, but as far as the pics, I've actually been amazed, that for the price, the pics are clear, crisp and suitable for my amateur photography efforts. The zoom feature is not as good as I would like, but you can compensate for that somewhat, by adjusting your distance from the object you are trying to photograph.

It comes with Roxio Photo Suite, which makes editing photos easy. I like that program too. The pics load easily to the computer for easy viewing, then bring them up with Roxio to edit and print, e-mail or whatever.

I think for the price this a really good value as far as ease of use and performance. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

The look of a real camera; Preloaded with Superia X-TRA 800 Film and 4th Color Layer Technology delivering sharp, clear brilliant color prints indoors and out; Powerful quick flash system and fine-tuned sharp lens

This QuickSnap is sleek and stylish and perfect for all picture-taking settings. It has the look of a "real camera" delivering sharp, brilliant, quality color prints. It's product enhancements include a large viewfinder and exposure counter, sharp lens for great image quality, powerful flash system and a pop-up flash indicator. It's fun, convenient and easy to use...the ideal camera that could go anywhere!

Features:

• Sleek, stylish and contemporary, the rounded body design conveys the look of a "real" camera
• Ergonomic grip makes the camera easy to hold for smooth operation
• Loaded with Superia X-TRA 800 35mm Film that delivers sharp, brilliant color prints
• Large viewfinder makes it easy to see and frame the picture
• Large and legible exposure counter makes it easy to check the number of remaining exposures
• Sharper lens for exceptional image quality
• Powerful flash system extends the flash range to 14 feet
• Continuous flash recharges in 5 seconds
• Pop-up flash-ready indicator light
• 4th Color Layer Technology

Features

• Pack of 10 single-use cameras
• 27 Exposures per camera
• Loaded with Superia X-TRA 800 35mm film
• Flash reaches up to 10 feet
• For indoor and outdoor use

Reviews (1)

They produce Fantastic High Quality Prints!
Wow what a great idea. I'm now a regular user of Fuji One time use Cameras, they are great to take out with friends, parties, housewarmings, just about anywhere! The idea of buying these in bulk (10 pack) sounds good for the Photographer in your family! ... Read more

Features

• Fujinon 2.1x (28 to 60mm) zoom lens
• Multi-mode auto flash with red-eye reduction
• 10-second self-timer
• 4-mode date/time imprinting option
• Sequential Self-Timer

Amazon.com Product Description

This all-weather, one-time-use camera is ready for just about anything. It is designed for shooting outdoors in wet or snowy conditions, and will evenoperate up to 17 feet underwater. The package includes a wrist strap that can beused to keep the camera close and your hands free while swimming. The casing ismade of lightweight and durable blue plastic to protect the camera from theelements and keep it afloat in the water. The camera is loaded with FujicolorSuperia X-TRA 800 film and has 27 exposures. The shutter release has beenenlarged for easy operation. ... Read more

Features

• 35mm format
• 800 speed color film
• 27 exposures
• Waterproof to a depth of 17 feet
• Includes hand strap

Reviews (12)

Great for land and water
We took this little guy to Maui and planned to use it for snorkeling. We ended up renting an underwater camera later in the week so we didn't get many water photos with the disposable. But the pictures we took turned out pretty good including the land photos.

great pictures both in and out of the water
This is a great little camera for taking pictures both in and out of the water. Not surprisingly, it delivers best underwater on a sunny day, but even on overcast days, it produces crisp pictures with great detail.

On land, it is much less particular about lighting, and produces pictures with beautiful colour in light or shadow, or both.

Since it takes such nice pictures out of the water, a first time user might want to practice with it on land. The lever action feels a lot different from the push-button action of regular throw-away cameras, and since you don't hear the click of the shutter underwater, you might be uncertain whether anything happened. A couple of test shots (without the urgency of a sea turtle swimming by or a beautiful school of fish) should increase the photographer's confidence in the camera when underwater.

The big wheel that advances the film works very well; it's easy to find by touch, so getting another snap of something before it swims away isn't difficult.

There's also a little strap to keep it on your wrist, although it's a good idea to keep a firm hold on the camera anyway while swimming.

The simple operation made it a hit with the kids; they were able to make their own special souvenirs of the underwater world.

Excellent value.

Sensational little disposable -- BUY IT!
It's just about the only camera I needed for a vacation to Maui. I hauled along my digital camera, my "real" 35mm camera and a handful of dry-land disposables, and this underwater camera KICKED BUTT as far as quality of shots, quality of hardware, ease of use and general cool/fun vortex rating, plus, it's almost indestructible and weighs next to nothing!

YES the prints are a bit "dark" when printed without correction -- so CORRECT them! This is a Fuji-Kodak thing, I think, so ASK your processor to print them a bit lighter. The colors are outrageously rich, even the deeper-underwater shots have very good colors throughout. You have GOT to have one of these on your wrist while you snorkel!

Really an excellent little product - the next time I need a dry-land disposable, I'm going to give Fuji a try based on how great this underwater Fuji was to use!

Not impressed
Probadly will not purchase one again. Pictures were too far away. Colors very not as vivid as the real thing. View finder is too small.

Better than Advertised
We used this little camera at depths over 50 feet in Hawaii the last two years. The results speak for them self... ... Read more

Features

• 3.2 million pixels
• 1.8-inches amorphous silicon TFT LCD monitor (62,000 pixels)
• 1/2.7-inch CCD Sensor (Number of Total Pixels: 3.34 million pixels)
• Storage media expandable from a standard 16MB(included) to 512MB
• 6x optical zoom

Reviews (30)

Awesome camera-the best camera I've ever had before.
I have owned so many cameras different models for the past 10 years but I love this Fuji S3000 the most. The zoom works very fast, the focus and colors are very sharp. It looks a little bigger than others but it's very light and the price is affordable. All my pictures are so clear even it's in the dark dancing floor. I have taken so many pictures of my house, car, babies for advertisement and making my website. I do not need to touch up on the pictures because all of them look so unreal. I'm so proud to own this Fuji camera. So it's highly recommended.

Amazing, excellent and the best camera I have ever had.
I couldn't believe how clear and sharp the pictures came out from this camera. I took those pictures in a dard dancing club and didn't expect to view the pictures so amazing like that. I really highly recommend this Fuji camera which is my best favorite camera. My friends and family use other brands and I have owned different Fuji models before but I love this Fuji S3000 the most. You would never regret to buy this item. The lens, zoom, light come very fast once you turn it on. It looks professional and price is affordable too. I would buy many of this camera model for my friends' birthday gifts if there's any.

Zero stars...
i'm in the process of trying to return this camera. This has got to be the worst digi camera available. I haven't been able to get one clear picture indoors or outdoors. There is a delay from when you take the picture until it's actually taken so you'll miss everything. Horrible quality. I can't the get software to work on my mac. All around terrible. Even Fuji can't figure out what the problem is with this horrid camera. Save your money and stay away from this crap.

Great Camera, Excellent Photos
I purchased this camera several months ago, and every time I use it I'm more and more impressed! The photos are amazing! I'm still exploring the different modes (sport,scenic,potrait...). I use rechargeable NiMH batteries and they last a LONG time! I think this camera is a great value for the money. I fought going digital for so long, and now that I own this camera I feel so foolish! The software accompanying the camera is also quite good, although the slideshow function takes a few practice runs. Overall, I think this camera is fabulous, I've recommended it to everyone (my brother-in-law has already purchased one after seeing the photos I e-mailed him!). He is also now an Amazon customer! Buy this camera, you won't be disappointed! I honestly cannot gush enough over the ease of use, and more importantly, the photo quality.

Good camera, but the auto shutoff feature sucks
I've had this camera about a year now, and I really like it for the most part. Good pics, good features, and I love the 6X optical (not digital!) zoom. Having had it, I'd never buy a camera with a lower power zoom. It's also really hard to beat this camera for the money. Usually when my friends show off their new cameras I see they've paid more and gotten less, espeically in the zoom department.

I use rechargable 2200 MA NIMH batteries and have not experienced any problem with battery life whatsoever, unlike other reviewers. I've taken a couple hundred shots at a time (mostly non flash, admittedly) without changing batteries. The camera is also well made and sturdy. It took a nasty fall with me near Mount Rainier a while back and sustained very little damage, unlike my knees and elbows.

While the camera is good, it isn't perfect. I have three complaints, as follows. Once you hit the button, this camera takes a really long time to actuate the shutter. If you're looking for a camera to capture fast motion, pass this one by. Often when I was zoomed in on an object moving even at a pretty slow pace, the object would be out of the field of view by the time the picture clicked.

My second (and most serious) complaint is the auto-shutoff feature. The camera loves to shut itself off and retract the lens when you've been idle. And in Fuji's book, TWO minutes is idle. This is something I've not experienced with previous Fujis. When it does turn off, you have turn the dial around two places to the OFF position, wait a second, then click it back two places to ON. The lens will slowly reappear, and you can resume what you were doing. The auto shutoff would be fine if the length of time were adjustable, but it isn't. Two minutes idle and you'll be "rebooting". I'd much rather change batteries after a couple hours than have to toggle that damn switch all day to keep the camera on. Very annoying.

Finally, I'm not thrilled that this camera uses the XD format. While the XD cards are very compact, they are also the most expensive format out there as best I can tell. If you thought Memory Stick was expensive, prepare yourself for XD. It is more expensive than Memory Stick, SD, Smartmedia, and Compact Flash. More expensive by a wide margin, too. Compare prices between a 256 MB XD card and a 256 compact flash, and you'll find the xd to be almost exactly twice as expensive. That's a lot to pay for a smaller form factor card that does exactly the same thing.

In conclusion: Good quality camera with good pics and great zoom, well worth the money if you don't mind the couple of annoyances I mentioned. Hey, Fuji! Kill the Auto Shutoff and you'll go to five stars in my book. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

The SLR-styled Fujifilm FinePix S5000 combines a powerful 10x optical zoom lens with a 3.1-megapixel Fujifilm Super CCD, which is capable of nearly doubling the number of effective pixels that are processed and stored. The S5000 also features a movie mode with audio, high sensitivity settings, continuous frame shooting, and a host of manual controls.

Optics and Resolution
The FinePix S5000 features a powerful f/2.8 Fujinon 6x aspherical zoom lens that's equivalent to 37-370mm in 35mm photography and a smooth 3.2x digital zoom. The S5000's Super CCD HR offers 3.1 effective megapixels (2048 x 1536 pixels), which can translate to 6.1 million recorded pixels (2,816 x 2,120 pixels). It also offers 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, and 1280 x 960 resolution modes.

Effective pixels are the number of light sensitive pixels that are actually used by the camera's image sensor (the CCD) to record light. The term recorded pixels refers to the number of output pixels that are recorded to the memory card.

FujiFilm's Super CCD
The Super CCD is a proprietary version of the CCD (charged coupling device) system of light-gathering diodes that captures images into pixels. The Super CCD utilizes larger, octagonal-shaped, light-gathering diodes called Picture Elements (pixels) that are laid out in a saw-tooth pattern. Super CCDs can capture more light information than ordinary CCDs.

The FinePix S5000 features the fourth generation Super CCD HR (High Resolution), which is capable of nearly doubling the number of effective pixels that are processed and stored as additional detail in the recorded pixel file.

Movie Mode and Voice Memo Feature
The S5000 captures continuous QVGA-quality MPEG video with audio at a length only limited by the size of your memory card. You'll get 320 x 240 pixel video at 30 frames per second. With the included 16 MB XD memory card, you can capture 26 seconds of video.

The voice memo feature enables you to attach short audio recordings (up to 30 seconds) along with your captured photos to help you remember details. The voice memos are saved as WAV files and can be e-mailed along with image files.

More Features
The S5000 has an accurate, state-of-the-art, high-speed autofocus (AF) system that makes focusing quicker and more precise. The AF Assist illuminator ensures accurate focus on specific areas in low light conditions. The continuous autofocus feature automatically adjusts focus as the camera moves. The continuous shooting mode enables you to capture 5 frames per second at 6 MP (megapixel) mode, or up to 40 frames at 1 MP mode.

Other features include:

• 1.5-inch LCD monitor and .33-inch electronic viewfinder
• Built-in flash with auto, red-eye reduction, forced flash, suppressed flash, and slow synchro modes
• Shutter speed: 2 seconds to 1/2000 second
• Still image formats: JPEG and CCD RAW
• Exposure modes include automatic, manual, aperture priority, exposure compensation, program AE, and shutter priority auto mode.

Power and Size
The camera is powered by 4 AA batteries; alkaline batteries are included, but rechargeable NiMH batteries are recommended. It measures 4.4 by 3.2 by 3.1 inches and weighs 11.9 ounces (excluding batteries and media).

What's In The Box
This package includes the FinePix S5000 digital camera, 16 MB XD memory card, 4 AA alkaline batteries, USB and A/V cables, shoulder strap, and lens adapter ring. The included CD-ROM features FinePix View 4 imaging software, Image Mixer VCD for FinePix, QuickTime 5, and USB drivers for Windows and Mac. ... Read more

Features

• 3.1-megapixel 4th generation SuperCCD HR sensor produces images with 6 million pixels (2816 x 2120)
• 10x optical plus 2.2x digital zoom (22x total)
• 1.5-inch LCD, electronic viewfinder, 5-frame burst mode, video at 320 x 240 and 30 fps
• Includes 16 MB XD Picture Card
• Powered by 4 AA batteries (alkalines included, rechargeables recommended); connects to PCs and Macs via USB 1.1

Reviews (69)

Great Digital Starter!
I am on a mission to become a photographer. I've always loved taking pictures and I want to start really focusing (no pun intended) on photography. However, I didn't want to start with a $1500 digital SLR and then discover I'm not really as into photography as I'd hoped. So I researched cameras in this price range. The Fuji S5000 stood out as a great starting point for many reasons:

1. Awesome zoom.
2. Sturdy construction.
3. Good for action
4. Great price.
5. Easy controls.

What concerned me were professional reviewers saying that there was "noise". So I looked at betterphoto dot com and reviewed pictures taken with this camera. I found night shots, shots of fireworks, portraits, action and macro all with perfect detail. Many of the photo were competition winners. That was enough for me. I read a review here saying the noise obscured details. Huh? I have taken macros of bees in mid flight with the antenna and fuzz perfectly in focus and clear. I've taken night shots as well--all lovely. I don't notice noise except in the lowest light and that was because I hadn't figured out my camera settings yet! This is the perfect starter camera for me. We've gotten great action photos, great portraits, wonderful landscapes. I love it!

It does have some "warm up" lag time and like all digitals it's got shutter lag (reduced with pre focus considerably). This means you have to plan your shots carefully, but in order to avoid this you have to go film or Digital SLR and both of those aren't options at this point.

Bottom line: Don't compare this to cameras that cost three times as much--it's an unfiar comparison. I compared it to other cameras in it's price range and class, including the Dimage Z and some others. The others were very flimsy feeling, awkward to hold, and unimpressive all around. I'm very happy with my camera. I'm also hooked on photography and will practice with this camera for a year or two and then invest in a true Digital SLR. But for a digital with an SLR feel and the ability to take amazing pics this camera is exceptional. I love it.

Get a 512 card--you won't regret it. A polarizer filter is also a good investment--both to protect your lens and insure good daytime shots. Enjoy!

More than expected
I did a lot of comparison shopping and product research when I decided to buy a digital camera, and this one came out on top. I am stationed in Iraq right now, and I needed something reliable and easy to use here. This camera has done this and more. The picture quality is good at the lower picture settings, but once you adjust the pixels to a higher quality the photos come out amazing. I was especially pleased with the zoom function. When fully zoomed at 10 times the pictures were still clear, even though I wasn't braced with a tripod or anything. The screen and menu are easy to use, and the camera interfaces easily with Windows. I have not even used the included software yet. The only thing I didn't like are the fact that you have to set your zoom before you start recording a movie, and it cannot be changed during filming. The movies come out amazing, though, and the little speaker on the camera is pretty loud when you playback. The 16MB memory card is way too small, but this is the base for most digital cameras anyway. The Xd cards are very small, but are comparable in price with other types. This is an excellent camera for deployed troops or just for everyday use, and you will not be let down with your purchase.

Great step towards a SLR digital camera
Just bought my Fuji S5000 a month ago and am extremely pleased with it!Out of the box I was taking impressive, detailed pictures!Although daytime shots are taken best with this camera, with some setting adjustments nighttime shots can be pretty good.I have taken most of my shots on the 3 mp setting and they have turned out great.Although in order to use the Raw format you have to use the 6 mp setting.The zoom is great. I used it taking pictures from a moving vehicle and you couldnt even see a blur.I found by reading the book and experimenting most of the problems people have can be overcome.Only cons with this camera is you tend to get a lot of blur on low light shots. And lastly the included software isnt the greatest

Noisy pictures
I really don't understand all the good reviews for this camera listed here. Pictures come out terrible, unless all you print are 4x6's. If you view your picture at full size on your computer, the noise is so bad, many important details are obscured. 6MP mode is of no you either. I think the pictures come out even worse than in 3MP mode. Everyone seems to to love the 10x zoom. But its this 10x zoom lens thats causing many of the image quality problems. Because the camera amplifies the noise (a lot) as you inrcease the zoom (larger min f-number), i don't like to use it very much. Pictures are only acceptable in bright outdoor light, with min f-stop. Oh well, if you've never owned an Olympus, Sony, Canon, or Nikon, you may not realize what your missing. I traded my Canon G5 for this because of the 10x zoom. BIG mistake! I miss sharp, clear, and colorful digital pics now :(

right decision
I have several Minolta film SLR's but when their digital SLR's didn't allow me to use my lens's I decided to disregard them as a digital option. After recently checking out a friends Dimage z1 I'm glad now I decided on the s5000 over it. The z1 rattled and the memory card slot didn't function properly. The gears were noisy. The button layout and grip, while similar, were somehow very awkward.

None of this is true of the s5000.

The only cons for me are the warm-up time and manual focus.

I'm constantly amazed at how good the pictures are it produces. I shoot anything and everything with it.

While it has a 6mp mode its not from a raw 6mp image but 3mp upscaled to 6mp. I can do that(probably better)in photoshop. You need the s7000 for true 6mp. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

For the money, it would be difficult to find a digital camera that could match the features and image quality of the FinePix 3800. A true 6x optical zoom sets this 3-megapixel camera apart from the crowd, allowing for shots that simply wouldn't be possible with a typical point-and-shoot camera.

It uses a bright pop-up flash that stays far enough away from the lens to reduce red-eye, and pictures can be framed using either the crisp 1.8-inch LCD screen on the back or the large viewfinder, which is surrounded by a rubber sheath. The viewfinder also uses an LCD, so unfortunately you can't see anything through it when the camera is turned off.

Beginners can leave the camera in fully automatic mode and snap away, while pros can use the many manual adjustments to achieve more professional results. Either way, the resulting pictures feature excellent color saturation and impressive detail, despite the camera’s relatively aggressive image compression. Hair loses some of its texture, and reds tend to look slightly more orange in the photos than in reality, but the camera's abilities are outstanding for the price.

The only real problem with the FinePix 3800 is that it is nearly impossible to frame a picture or get the camera's autofocus to work in a low-light situation. Images seen through the viewfinder or displayed on the LCD get very murky in candlelight conditions. However, 90 percent of the time the camera works marvelously, and its light-gathering abilities once it does manage to focus in dim light are outstanding.

You'll definitely want to get a higher-capacity xD-Picture Card, as the included 16 MB card holds only 12 high-quality images. But other than that oversight, this camera provides everything you need to take some great digital photographs. --T. Byrl Baker

Pros:

• Pop-up flash
• 6x optical zoon
• Captures a terrific amount of detail

• Needs a bigger memory card
• Low-light performance suffers

Features

• 3.0-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create prints up to 11 x 14
• 6x optical zoom with variable digital zoom: 3.2x (at 640 x 480) or 1.6x (at 1280 x 960)
• Stores photos on 16 MB XD card--12 images at fine and 26 images at normal
• Connects to PCs via USB port
• Powered by 4 AA alkaline batteries (included)--rechargeables recommended

Reviews (115)

An excellent camera and an exceptional value
I've been using the Fuji Finepix 3800 for 10 days and I am extremely pleased with all aspects of this camera. Back in July, I had read an excellent magazine review of the Finepix 2800, and, after further research (including user reviews on Amazon.com), I had almost decided to purchase it. However, I was a little reluctant to buy a 2-megapixel camera, as consumer cameras were already getting to 4 megapixels. I decided to wait, hoping Fuji would update this model. A few days later they announced the 3800, and six weeks later I ordered mine....

In addition to increasing the resolution to 3 megapixels, Fuji has added several features that give you more picture-taking control, such as an aperture priority mode, sharpness adjustment, flash intensity, exposure adjustment, and several white balance options. Also new is the media card type. It's called xD Picture Card, and it's quite small, about the size of a postage stamp. The camera includes one 16 MB xD card, which holds about 26 pictures at the setting I use most (3 MP / normal). The other settings are 3 MP / fine (12 pictures), 2 MP (39), and 1 MP (49). You really need a larger capacity card if you're going to be away from your computer for any length of time, such as a vacation. (I plan to get a 128 MB xD card... as soon as they are available.)

The camera comes with a USB cable and various PC/Mac software applications for managing your photos. I haven't used their software; I have an iMac with iPhoto (free) for photo management (and a whole lot more) and PixelNhance (free) for photo editing. After taking a few pictures, I connected the cable to the camera and the iMac, and turned on the camera. iPhoto started up; I clicked one button and my pictures were downloaded. It was literally seconds from connecting cables to viewing my pictures. No configuration of software nor drivers nor anything else was required (thanks, Apple). The first thing I noticed was the picture quality. It is superb. The colors, the detail, everything, is quite amazing.

Taking pictures is easy, once you get used to the quirks of digital photography. Press the shutter release halfway and the camera focuses (after a brief image freeze). Keeping the button down, you can reframe the picture if necessary. Press down all the way to take the picture. There is a momentary delay while the picture is stored into memory, and then your picture is shown for about 2 seconds. This lets you know if you got the picture you wanted without having to change the camera mode to view your pictures. The 6x optical zoom (equivalent to a 200 mm lens on a 35 mm camera) was a big selling point for me. I like being able to quickly frame a picture, especially from a fair distance.

The electronic viewfinder (EVF) takes a little getting used to (compared to an SLR). I only use it when I have to, such as in bright sunlight. Otherwise I use the small LCD screen on the back of the camera. If you've read reviews of the 2800, you know that low light situations can be a problem for this camera. Not having used the 2800, I can't say whether Fuji has made improvements in this area for the 3800. However, it is still true that if there's not enough light, you won't see anything in the EVF or LCD. You can still take pictures in low light; you just have to set it for the widest angle, aim as best you can, and then check the result. If you missed the subject, re-aim and try again. You can always crop the picture when you get it on your computer. This camera, by the way, takes excellent pictures with the built-in flash, even when there's little or no other light.

The 3800 has a movie mode which allows you take a minute of 320x240 pixel video (or 3 minutes of 160x120) at 10 frames per second. This works great for those moments when you want a quick video but don't have the video camera. You can view the video on the camera, just like you view photos. And it's easy to download and view on your computer.

Photos stored on the camera can be easily viewed and deleted if you don't want them. (You can also mark photos as "protected" to prevent accidental deletion.) The buttons on the camera back are laid out well and easy to use. The menus for changing the camera settings and viewing/deleting photos are intuitive and easy to learn.

Like most digital cameras, this one goes through batteries very quickly. The four AA batteries included won't last very long. Better to invest in a good charger for AA NiMH batteries (the Mahi MH-C240F works great).

Also included is an adapter for optional zoom or wide angle lenses. The manual actually recommends leaving the adapter on the camera at all times (presumably to protect the telescoping lens housing) though you never see any photos of this camera with the adapter on it. I don't use the adapter because the lens cap doesn't fit on it very well (pops off too easily). The lens cap works fine on the camera without the adapter.

The bottom line: Fuji took an excellent, widely praised, highly regarded camera and made it better. I took a chance and bought this camera before all the reviews were in, just based on reviews of the 2800 and the additional features announced by Fuji. I have not been disappointed in the least.

Very disappointed...
I bought this camera about a week ago, and will be returning mine as soon as the stores open tomorrow. My old digital camera is a Kodak (1 megapixel). The Kodak's indoor pictures are much better than the Fuji. The auto flash indoor pictures I took with the Fuji came out looking fuzzy about 65% of the time. I kept thinking that I must be doing something wrong which is why I kept the camera for a week. I read the manual backwards and forwards, I tried all the possible settings...but the end result was fuzzy indoor pictures (outdoor pictures looked fine). The camera salesman at Best Buy tried to talk me out of buying the Fuji 3800. He told me that for a new camera he's never seen so many returned. I thought maybe he was just trying to get me to buy a more expensive camera (or something that wasn't selling well). Now I think he was just telling me the truth.

The software isn't that great either. It takes up quite a bit of disk space and is not very user friendly.

I'm not sure what camera I'll buy now. I'm a little gun shy after purchasing the Fuji 3800 (I thought I'd done my research). I've heard good things about Olympus...maybe that's the camera I'll purchase.

After a couple of years...still a great camera!
I bought this camera a year or two ago. I still love it. The batteries last a long time with flash, and longer without. With a 128mb XD card, I can take about 100 pics in the highest res, and best compression. I have printed pics out as 8x10s, and they look great, and would probably still look great printed larger. It does ALMOST everything I want to do. The only limitations I have found are when taking pics in subdued lighting, the image in the finder is too dark, and hard to compose the photo; the image looks great when actually taken though. Another thing is that when taking action (e.g. sports) shots indoors, without a flash, the pics tend to be motion-blurred. Another minor annoyance is that it seems to have a minor draw on the batteries when not in use, so that if you have put the camera down for a couple months, and then pull it out, the batteries are likely to be dead, or close to dead. Overall, it is a great camera if you can live within these minor limitations.

Horrible Digital Camera
The camera I bought from this seller had a button broken on it and two seconds after I turned on the camera the camera turned off and it now smells like it's burnt. Something might have happened through the shipping proccess, but I talked to the seller and he is not working with me to refund the product.

I'll never buy another camera from here again.

Excellent Camera
I bought this camera approximately 18 months ago and have been totally and completely satisified with its performance and picture quality. This is my first digital camera. When I was looking to dive into the digital world, I wanted a camera that would give me all of the features my SLR camera had (zoom, picture quality, etc.). I absolutely cannot say enough good things about my Fuji. It takes great pictures with little or no effort on my part. The battery life is long; consumption is at a minimum. I am able to take close to 100 pictures before I need to change batteries. I keep two sets of rechargables. One in the camera and one fully charged in the bag. So all I have to do is switch them out when necessary. I immediately bought additional XD cards. With the 128mb card, at normal resolution, you can store just over 200 pictures. I love to take pictures... My idea is take 10 pics and you'll probably get at least one really good one. My husband used to cringe at the sound of each picture, thinking about costly film developing. Now, he doesn't care. I take 10 pics, and delete nine. Only print out the one that is good. :-) The long and short of it is, I love this camera. It is a good purchase and well worth the money if you are looking to transition over from film to digital without giving up any features. ... Read more

Features

• Stores images on xD Picture Cards; powered by Lithium-ion rechargeable battery NP-40 (included)
• 5.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints
• Fast .6-second start-up, 1.1-second shooting interval, and .01-second shutter lag
• 3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display
• Ultra compact, measuring only 3.5 x 2.2 x .7 inches

Amazon.com Product Description

Fuji's FinePix 4900 is one of a new style of consumer digital cameras appearing on the market. Borrowing features from both film SLRs and point-and-shoot digital cameras, these hybrids offer an extremely potent set of features in a compact package and will undoubtedly steer even more film photographers over to digital.

The 4900 features an impressive 6x optical zoom lens plus a 3.7x digital zoom. Shots are captured on a SuperCCD sensor that generates images at resolutions of up to 2,400 x 1,800 pixels, producing photo-quality prints at sizes of 8 by 10 and beyond. By default, the camera is as easy to operate as a point-and-shoot, but virtually every function is manually controllable. Shutter-priority and aperture-priority modes are available, and the ISO, focus, white balance, and exposure compensation can all be adjusted. A pop-up flash features slow-sync, fill flash, and red-eye reduction, and a hot shoe on top of the camera allows you to use a dedicated flash unit.

Fuji has replaced the traditional optical viewfinder with a camcorder-style electronic viewfinder (EVF)--a tiny LCD display inside the eyepiece. The benefits of this arrangement are obvious: the EVF provides a traditional SLR-style through-the-lens viewing experience, works well even in bright sunlight, lets you hold the camera in the more stable, traditional position, and helps to extend battery life. However, there are some situations in which the EVF is inferior to a traditional optical viewfinder: if you're shooting in near darkness, it's virtually impossible to see through the viewfinder, and even in brighter light, the images tend to look grainy and washed out compared to the images in the 2-inch LCD on the back of the camera.

The 2.4-megapixel SuperCCD sensor was developed by Fuji and is only found on Fuji cameras. Instead of using a traditional grid of square pixels, it features octagonal pixels arrayed diagonally. Fuji claims that this system offers improved sensitivity and image detail over a standard CCD. To prove this point, the camera interpolates its 2.4-megapixel images up to 4.3 megapixels at the highest-quality setting. Independent tests typically place these interpolated images on a par with pictures from a 3.3 megapixel camera.

The 4900 is comfortable to hold, and its controls are logically arranged. Though it's bigger and heavier than a point-and-shoot, it's still smaller and lighter than an SLR, and the design feels good in your hands. The battery compartment forms a comfortable pistol grip for your right hand, and your left hand will naturally want to cradle the barrel. Fuji thoughtfully included dual zoom controls--one under your right thumb on the back of the camera, and the other under your left thumb on the barrel of the lens. An easy-to-reach thumb dial on the top of the camera controls shutter speed or aperture, depending upon your shooting mode, and a ring on the front of the lens manually adjusts focus.

Files can be saved at numerous resolutions and levels of compression, from a massive uncompressed 2,400 x 1,800 TIFF file (one shot nearly fills the included 16 MB SmartMedia card) to basic 640 x 480 JPEG files appropriate for emailing. The camera also features a movie mode for creating low-resolution silent film clips.

If you're an amateur photographer who loves using single-lens-reflex cameras but don't want to spend several thousand dollars on a true digital SLR, Fuji's FinePix 4900 offers most of the functionality of a digital SLR at a fraction of the price. The lens is not removable, but its 35-210mm range (35mm equivalent) is flexible enough to use in nearly any situation.

Pros:

• Impressive 6x zoom lens
• Comfortable, well-arranged controls
• Easy to use for beginners and experienced photographers

Cons:

• Electronic viewfinder is hard to use in some conditions

Features

• SuperCCD generates 4.3-megapixel (2,400 x 1,800) images for 8-by-10-inch prints and beyond
• Fujinon lens provides 6x optical plus 3.75x digital zoom
• Included 16 MB SmartMedia card holds 19 photos at standard resolution
• Connects with Macs and PCs via USB port
• Lithium-ion battery and AC adapter included; movie and burst shooting modes

Features

• 35mm compact point-and-shoot
• 28-130mm 4.6x zoom autofocus lens
• Multi-mode flash features red-eye reduction
• Automatic film loading, advance, and rewind

Reviews (4)

Wonderful Camera
If you are looking for an easy-to-use point and shoot camera this is a great one. I wanted a separate camera for my color pictures (I have my manuals for black and white) and this was the best value for the money. The LCD screen is easy to read and you can quickly switch functions (flash, date, focus) and the zoom lens was surprisingly sharp for such a small camera.
The camera loads very easily but the best feature so far has been the different timer options -- you can take 1,2,or 3 pictures in a row OR you can use the remote and point it directly at the camera after positioning yourself.
The only drawback is the viewfinder which is smaller than other cameras I have owned (Nikon/Pentax) but your eye will get used to it. I also recommend checking on ebay for this camera since you can get it new on a sharp discount.

Great little camera
I bought this little camera to replace a very old Cannon SureShot. I love this camera! It is sooo easy to use, very small and compact. I love the display on the back, everyone thinks it is digital. Takes pretty good pictures. Very good outdoor pictures, but indoor pictures were too dark and I had flash on, so I will work on that problem to see what I did wrong. I am an amature and I like easy point and shoot cameras that can fit in my pocket. But I highly recommend this camera. This was my first Fuji and I'm very pleased.

GREAT camera in small package!
This replaces an old Fuji Zoom I had purchased 6 years ago. The 1300 is 2/3's the size & weight of my old one. VERY compact; large LCD screen to tell you what your controls are set at; controls easy to use; Zoom really ZOOMS up close; pictures great like all the Fuji cameras I've owned. The menu select button is very easy to use - it works like a mouse pointer on a laptop. Menu items easy to select -- just two basic steps to remember.

Drawbacks for me are: viewfinder is on the small side & I worry about scratching the LCD screen (which has no protection on it). Definitely glad I made this purchase however! And try Ebay for good prices -- I got my brand new 1300 for [$$$]including S&H!!

The Best Fuji Camera I've Ever Owned
Fujifilm Zoom Date 1300 is one of the best compact camera I have ever owned. I've owned Fuji's other previous 35mm compact cameras such as the DL-90 and the 312 Zoom. The 1300 model is very compact and easy to use. It's so small that just by looking at it you'd guess it's an APS because of the small size. It has a large LCD screen on the back cover that shows you the functions. The Zoom lever is easy to control. The one aspect of this camera is that unlike the previous Fuji cameras that I've owned, the film counter starts at 1 and goes on up to the last frame. In the past, you'd simply drop in your film, close the cover and the film would roll up to the highest number of exposure and count down ex. 24, 23....1. This time it's the opposite way around. Overall, it is easy to use, light weight, and very small for it's size considering it uses a 35mm film. It's a great buy and you won't be disappointed. ... Read more

Features

• Kit contains 4 single-use cameras with flash
• Each camera comes pre-loaded with 15 exposures of ISO 800 film for maximum versatility indoors or outdoors
• Fixed-focus lens, built-in flash
• 60 total exposures

Amazon.com Product Description

Immortalize your special day with the Fujicolor QuickSnap Wedding Pack. Each pack comes decorated with a beautiful wedding motif and contains four cameras dressed for the occasion in their own bridal wrapping. ... Read more

Features

• Kit contains 8 single-use cameras with flash
• Each camera comes pre-loaded with 15 exposures of ISO 800 film for maximum versatility indoors or outdoors
• Fixed-focus lens, built-in flash
• 120 total exposures

Amazon.com Review

The FinePix 2650 proves that entry-level digital cameras don't necessarily have to take mediocre pictures or skimp on the features. Unlike many other cameras at this price, this model offers a limited amount of manual control, with six white balance modes and four different flash modes. Of course, everything can be set to automatic as well, and that's where this camera is in its element.

Offering only 2 megapixels, the FinePix 2650 isn't going to stun you with finely detailed images, but it is perfectly adequate for creating small prints or snapping photos you plan to e-mail or use on a Web site. Its color reproduction is impressive, as the camera doesn't suffer from the supersaturation problems that plague lesser products in this price range. Colors are bright but accurate, and don't "bleed" very much due to compression.

Unfortunately the viewfinder cuts off a surprisingly large part of the final image, making it difficult to frame shots. The excellent LCD on the back of the camera compensates, of course, and for the types of pictures most people will use this camera for it's a minor problem.

Of greater concern is the long interval of image processing after a shot is snapped. The camera churns away compressing and storing an image for up to 8 seconds after each picture, eliminating the possibility of taking shots in quick succession.

Otherwise, the included 16 MB xD-Picture Card is fast during transfers and when images are erased, although users may want to upgrade to a larger card if they plan to stick with high-quality images of 1,600 x 1,200. Despite its few problems, the FinePix 2650 remains an excellent light-duty snapshot camera. --T. Byrl Baker

Pros:

• Bright, fast LCD
• 3x optical zoom
• Easy to operate

Cons:

• Slow recovery time after each shot
• Needs a larger memory card

Features

• 2.0 megapixel sensor creates 1,600 x 1,200 images for prints at sizes up to 8 x 10 inches
• 3x optical plus 2.5x digital zoom lens (for 7.5x total) with autofocus
• Stores photos on 16 MB XD card--25 images at fine and 39 images at normal
• Movie mode captures up to 80 seconds of video with no audio
• Includes 2 AA alkaline batteries (rechargeables recommended); connects to PCs and Macs via USB port

Reviews (154)

Fuji FinePix 2650, the way to go
My wife and I decided to get a digital camera.

Because I'm a techno-head Art Director, not just any camera would do and the price had to be right. Plus, it had to be loaded with enough features to justify the purchase. I really wanted at least a 4.0 mega pixel but after discussing it over with my wife, we figured a 2.0 would do exactly what we wanted:

1. Instant digital gratification.
2. Excellent for e-mail shots and iPhoto.
3. The possibility of printing higher res shots.

It takes great color shots right out of the box. Extremely intuitive. The optical zoom eliminates bitmapping (jaggies) when close-up. And the auto-focus mode is idiot proof. It has 5 flash modes for lots of shooting customization. Macro (close-up 3.9" to 2.6') and self-timer photography add to the host of features. White Balance (for light sources), Exposure Compensation and Movie (no sound video) mode round off this great little camera.

Check out the fujifilm.com sight for a great interactive preview. It's what really sold me. The purchase is up to you from there. The only other option in the same category was an Olympus, but the memory card was only 8mb, as was the Sony which only had its body-style going for it.

Good luck!

Value priced with top of the line results
I bought my Finepix 2650 before Christmas 2002 so I could have a small camera instead of lugging around my SLR and bags of equipment. I didn't expect great shots from an inexpensive, pocket-sized camera, but WOW, I was truely amazed at the great results. The 2650 blows away my Canon Elan IIe for consistantly good color balance and overall image quality.

Is it the perfect digital camera? No, but it's about the best you'll find in this price range and even among those costing a couple of hundred more. It's packed with features and I've experienced zero problems in the 4 months I've owned it.

Pros:
*Great overall image quality
*Small but not too small
*Good selection of picture modes
*Accurate focus
*MP3 movies (no sound)
*XD picture card
*Good battery life

Cons:
*Menu (you have to surf to find what your looking for and memorize the symbols since it doesn't give text descriptions)
*Somewhat slow shutter speed (set to the equivalent of 100 asa 35mm film)
*Crummy, ad-filled software (if you have XP don't even bother installing it)

After experimenting with several of the modes available, I'm happy to leave it in full-auto which gives great reults for 98% of my shots, indoor and out. I haven't even used my SLR since buying the Fuji. The zoom lense is adequate except for extreme long range shots (but how many people own 500mm lenses for their SLRs anyway?) For anyone who complains about weak flash - the flash is as good as any in a small camera, it won't illuminate a stadium, but it's not meant to.

Last but not least, the XD picture card. Yes it's proprietary and currently only Fuji and Olympus use it. It's extremely fast, amazingly small, works well and is not over-priced compared to other media. I dare-say anyone who has a complaint about proprietary issues hasn't changed an ink cartidge in their printer and probably still uses floppy-discs for their primary data storage.

Great Job Fuji !!!

Very disappointing
As mentioned in other reviews, after about six months, the auto focus feature stopped working. At first, we thought the battery was low or we needed a new card. After purchasing a new battery & new card, still the auto focus will not work! Very frustrating! I feel like we've just thrown our money away & we're stuck with a useless camera.

Good Camera for the Money
Being someone who just takes pictures for fun, I wanted a digital camera that was little bit more than a point-and-click. This camera offered that. The menu is easy to use and for an amateur, it is very easy to get accustomed to. The pictures come out pretty well. The only thing I wish I had on it would be a stronger zoom but for what it does offer, it's not bad. Uploading the photos from the camera to the computer is very easy also. Again, this camera is great for someone who is looking for digital technology but is not exactly the most camera savvy person.

Value for money
pros
This camera produces excellent quality images.
light weight and sturdy

cons
Takes long time to get ready between shots
No video output to TV ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

For the novice digital photographer, the Fuji FinePix A303 offers 3-megapixel resolution with flexible functions in a trim, slim design--just over 5 ounces with batteries. It also is one of the first digital cameras to utilize the tiny XD memory card.

Optics and Resolution
Featuring a CCD sensor with 3.24 million effective pixels, the FinePix A303 delivers a wide range of detail and color (with images up to 2,048 x 1,536 pixels) and prints up to 11 by 14 inches. The FinePix A303 features a fast f/2.8 Fujinon lens with a 3x optical zoom and a 3.2x digital zoom for a 9.6x total zoom. Its lens focal length is equivalent to 38-114mm on a 35mm camera.

Storage and Transfer
The FinePix A303 is one of the first digital cameras to be compatible with the new XD memory card. Comparable in size to a penny and weighing less than one-tenth of an ounce, the new XD memory card is not only the smallest storage medium, it also uses less power for better battery performance and has faster data transfer rates than other memory cards. The included 16 MB XD card will store approximately 12 images at fine mode and 26 images at normal mode.

To transfer images to your computer, simply attach the included USB cable between your PC and your camera--your computer should automatically recognize the camera and let you move the pictures to your hard drive.

Movie Mode
In movie mode, the FinePix A303 produces digital videos (with no sound) in QVGA (320 x 240) format for movies approximately 60 seconds in length at 10 frames per second. The limited resolution of your movies guarantees that this feature won't replace your camcorder, but it's perfect for when you just want to capture a quick movie and e-mail it to a friend or relative.

More Features

• 1.5-inch LCD monitor
• White balance: auto, plus six selectable positions in manual mode
• Flash modes: auto, red-eye reduction, forced flash, suppressed flash, and slow synchro
• Sensitivity: ISO 100 equivalent
• Shutter speed: 1/2 to 1/2,000 second

Power
The FinePix A303 is powered by two AA batteries (alkalines are included). We recommend getting a set or two of rechargeable nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries and a charger. A digital camera will kill a set of alkaline batteries extremely quickly, especially if you're using the camera's LCD, so they aren't recommended except in a pinch.

Size
At 3.8 by 2.5 by 1.4 inches and 5.1 ounces (without battery), the FinePix A303 is an easily pocketable point-and-shoot camera.

Contents
This package includes the FinePix A303 digital camera, a 16 MB XD memory card, two AA alkaline batteries, a USB cable, a hand strap, and a CD-ROM with software and USB drivers for Windows and Mac. ... Read more

Features

• 3.0-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create prints up to 11 x 14
• 3x optical plus 2x digital zoom lens (for 6x total) with autofocus
• Stores photos on 16 MB XD card--12 images at fine and 26 images at normal
• Connects to PCs via USB port
• Powered by 2 AA alkaline batteries (included)--rechargeables recommended

Reviews (48)

Can't beat it for the price...
I bought this phone last fall before digital camera prices drastically fell. It was still around just $200, which was a wonderful deal. This is a very nice camera for $200. The pictures turn out beautiful. The camera is sturdy and appealing to the eye...it's size is great too. Flashes, options, battery life...it's all there. It is SO easy to learn how to use. I've had some trouble because some photo processing places (i.e. Rite Aid) cannot yet service xD. xD is also a bit costly, but it is actually wonderful...very small and effective. Overall, a wonderful camera, especially for a beginner or a student. If you want to edit your pictures well or anything, you'll need better software than what comes with the camera, but that could be found online for free. Great deal...highly reccommend!

A great no-hassle camera
this is my second Fuji purchase. Earlier one was Fuji 2600. The advantages -

1) a great 3MP below $200
2) 3 modes of operation - still, movie (minus sound) and web (saves another $50 for equivalent quality web camera)
3) small and light

there are many more, i'll get tried if I satrt writing them all. If you want a digital camera go for this one. no doubt about it. Its the full value for money.

since i already have a video camera, so i donot really care about digital cameras being able to take video. No matter what ever brand you take, digital camera can never replace a video camera.

the picture quality is damn good. got a several prints from walmart and they have come out much better than my previous point and shoot film camera

the only disadvantage is I feel it has longer time lag between taking back to back photos.

You will definitely have to shell out more for rechargable batteries ($20) and a 64-128 MB card ($35-$70)

Otherwise with this incredible value one cannot ask for more. there are already so many customer reviews written for it, so i need not say anything else.

Good For Beginners, But Very I Wouldn't Buy It Again
I got this camera as a graduation gift (it was my first digital camera) last June. This is a good camera for beginners, if all you really do is pretty harmless point and click, but for anyone truly interested in photography, I wouldn't really suggest it.

The pros:
-good quality photos, especially for a 3.2.
-small, compact size and shape
-surprisingly durable (at least in the beginning). I took it out in the snow during the huge East Coast snowstorm and it performed very well. Lens froze a couple of times, but if you just breathe hot air onto it, it should start working again.
-runs on AA, so if the battery level runs low and you have extra AAs handy, you can still use the camera (versus Canon cameras where you have to use camera specific batteries)

The cons:
-HUGE, and I mean LONG delay between photos. 5 seconds may not seem like a long time, but when you're waiting for that perfect shot...and the camera misses it and you have to wait another 5 seconds for the flash to prepare itself again, the moment will already have been lost.
-The shutter cover is very flimsy.
-Movie mode includes no sound.
-Weak zoom.
-Drains alkaline AA power very quickly, so you'll have to buy rechargable Lithium Ion batteries (not that big of a deal though).
-uses xD (although these days the camera market is much more accepting of xDs and it's easier to find products that are created for them.). Cards can be quite expensive.
-Lastly, it's been slightly more than a year since I got this camera and it has completed died out on me. I haven't used this camera in about two months because I haven't been able to turn it on. I hold the power switch and nothing happens (it's definitely not the batteries).

Basically, if you're looking for a camera that will last and give you good quality photos, I wouldn't really buy this one. Look into the Canon PowerShot line, they're much more sturdy, record up to 3 minutes of video with sound, and are much better in general.

Unsatisfactory
While the interface of the camera is professional looking, and the overall appearance of the camera is aesthetically pleasing, I was very disappointed with this camera. I noticed that the quality of the prints were very inferior to those taken by my friend's Nikkon Coolpix 3.2 mega pixel model. In addition, it was very hard to find a place to develop pictures, as most novice camera stores (and even some professional ones!) did not have machines that were compatible with the XD card (which by the way, costs almost double what any other memory card would cost).

I accidentally dropped the camera once, and the LCD screen broke, and it no longer displayed images. Soon thereafter, the zoom broke, and the lens got stuck on the exterior of the camera. I threw it out, and got a Kodak EasyShare CX6330, which while not as aesthetically pleasing, takes much better pictures, and is far sturdier.

Lasted A little over two years
I loved my Fugi camera. I had bought it when digital cameras were at their peek craze and 3.2 mp's was really cool. Unfortunately I naively thought the camera was of top quality and that I would not need to sign up for the four-year warrantee/service plan. I was disappointed when on my study abroad trip the camera's zoom lens got stuck outside of the camera. When I returned home (now without any pictures) they told me it would cost around $100 to fix the stupid thing. I decided to buy a different brand digital camera with the 4-year service plan! ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

Designed for great handling as well as performance, the stylish Fuji FinePix S602 echoes SLR design while remaining light and remarkably compact.

At the heart of the FinePix S602 lies a third-generation Super CCD sensor (3.1 megapixels), capable of delivering an amazing 6 million recorded pixels, thanks to its unique honeycomb design and advanced signal processing. The new generation of Super CCD boasts even better color reproduction, lower levels of noise, and ultrahigh sensitivity (up to 1,600 ISO in 1,280 x 960 mode) for richly detailed, high-resolution images. It also features Fuji's pixel-mixing technology, which can produce digital VGA-resolution movies at 30 fps.

From delicate skin tones to bright blue skies and noise-free shadows, the new sensor and signal processing system deliver picture-perfect results in every shooting situation.

Designed for the serious photographer, the FinePix S602 also offers a range of fully automatic modes for point-and-shoot ease of use. Simply switch to Auto and let the camera do all the hard work.

Features:

• 6x aspherical zoom with 4.4x digital zoom for 26.4x total zoom
• Built-in miniature LCD through-the-lens viewfinder and 2-inch color LCD playback monitor
• Full exposure override, shutter and aperture priority with manual focus
• Optional lens mounting ring for use with 55mm filters, 1.5x telephoto lens, or 0.79x wide-angle lens
• Continuous shooting mode--5 fps at full resolution for 5 pictures or 1.8 fps for 40 pictures at 1 megapixel mode (1,280 x 960)
• Voice recording modes with 30-second picture annotations
• Digital movie mode--QVGA (320 x 240) motion JPEG at 30 fps or VGA (640 x 480) motion JPEG at 30 fps with sound
• Dual media slots support SmartMedia, CompactFlash Type II, or IBM Microdrive

Features

• 3-megapixel sensor captures enough detail for sharp prints at 8 x 10 inches and beyond; software interpolation increases resolution to 6 megapixels
• 6x optical plus 4.4x digital (26x total) zoom lens with autofocus
• Included 16 MB Smartmedia card holds 13 images at default resolution
• Connects with Macs and PCs via USB port
• Uses 4 AA batteries (rechargeables recommended)

Reviews (44)

Great camera
After a long search, I purchased the Fujifilm FinePix S602. Unlike the compact form factor digitals, this camera has buttons that can be operated by normal-sized fingers. It also handles both SmartMedia and Compact Flash cards; Fuji recommends the IBM Microdrive, but Compact Flash is about the same price, faster, and uses less electricity. I get 100 pictures on a 256 Mb Compact Flash with the 3Mb/Fine setting. The 3Mb setting takes great pictures for anything up to 8 x 10; most photo paper is only 4 x 6 anyway. I've never seen the need for anything more. In fact, for online publishing I have to reduce the image quality and size. The 640 x 480 video uses 1 Mb per second of video; it's a bit jerky, and the built in mic isn't terribly sensitive, but it's not designed to replace your camcorder anyway. This is the best camera I've ever owned. I take more pictures now because I can afford to; I'm my own photolab. On the negative side, the camera price is a little high, and the included software is lousy. You'll want and need better software, but it'll do in a pinch. Great camera, great fun, great geek cred.

Excellent quality, easiness of use
I've been using this product for several months now, and I am very happy with it. To summarize its qualities:
1. high resolution
2. rich in features
3. reasonable easiness of use; pretty intuitive.
4. it doesn't require proprietary & dedicated external flash, a general good-brand external flash would do it as well.

The downsizes:
1. the flash that comes with the camera is a toy; you need to buy an extra one (which adds some $$$ to the cost - for a good flash).
2. Fuji doesn't provide a good fully-automatic flash for the camera. As mentioned above, there are very good manual flashes available are reasonable prices, but thus say bye-bye to the auto modes.
3. no remote. For taking the picture from a tripod, this may be annoying.
4. the depth of field is not very versatile - the camera is quite limiting in the respect of aperture.
5. the zoom is good, but not stellar. For a camera of this performance, a better zoom/aperture control would have made it of real 5 stars.

Overall, good stuff for the money.

Pay Attention and Shop Smart ...
Okay okay ... You can get this from several Z-shops sellers, starting at $438 (as of 12-26-03). There are some small errors in the description, which you may clear up for yourself at the Fujifilm.com site. But compare this to the S5000, which you can get new, here, for about $340. And if you hunt diligently, today you can grab it for $296. I am not repeat not talking about some auction sight, either. (Nor in Japan, where I live at the moment, though there is a place here I must check tomorrow just in case. Besides, delayed gratification is not my strong suit.)

The Fujifilm site gives a detailed description of their CCD (Charge Coupled Device) pixel array that to me sounds like the best thing going in what the working class like me can afford. The S602 is Fuji's 3rd generation CCD, the S5000 is their 4th generation. The 602 has 6x optical and 4.4x digital zoom (26.4x), the 5000 had 10x optical and 2.2x digital (22x). If that extra 4.4 turns your head, then shopping for a telephoto is probably something to consider. I find the greater lens power more attractive, and sould give clearer photos, at 22x side by side with the 602 at a comparable setting.

If you want to spend serious $$$ for something that has 5 to 8 megapixels, more power to you. But the S5000 is a better Fuji for less money ... the S602 is really last year's news. My hard earned greenbacks are on the S5000.

An Excellent Camera
The Fuji FinePix S602 Zoom is a fine camera capable of taking a 15 minute video using a microdrive,just watch what you are saying while shooting because the microphone will pick up your voice before any other sound. Most of the controls are easy to find and use without having to resort to reading the manual. The flash produces very little if any red eye. The almost infinite zoom lens allows you to get close to and frame your subject easily. Macro shots are just as easy. Photos printed on my HP 952C look great at 8 by 10 inches. The only thing to watch out for is when the camera is set to auto is that sometimes, usually indoors, you can end up with a very slow shutter speed such as 7 sec. which can cause a blurred picture.

Fujifilm FinePix S602
I purchased this camera last year from Amazon at an amazing price. It took time to get use to some of it's features but I truly love it. I purchased it for it's movie mode and it's 6x zoom lense. Low light is somewhat a problem but can be overcome with a steady hand or tripod. I have printed 11x14 prints and they are excellent. You can't beat the features for the price. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The Fuji FinePix 2800 Zoom offers an innovative design, a fantastic 6x optical zoom, and great image quality--all in an incredibly small form. Fuji has clearly departed from many of the usual design cues with the 2800. Most notable is the introduction of the EVF--electronic viewfinder. This replaces the standard optical viewfinder and provides an SLR style experience. The benefits of this are more accurate image composition (as parallax differences between viewfinder and lens are avoided), a better indication of depth of field prior to taking the shot, and improved battery life over using the main LCD monitor.

The EVF is not a perfect solution, though, as the panel is not as bright or detailed as its optical counterpart, has no diopter correction for wearers of glasses, and disconcertingly freezes the image while autofocusing. However, the EVF is a useful feature and places the 2800 at the cutting edge of digital camera design.

The 2800 is exceptionally easy to use, with manual controls limited to adjusting white balance and exposure compensation. More experienced photographers will miss the ability to fine-tune aperture, shutter speed, ISO settings, etc. The 6x optical zoom is superb and makes an enormous difference to picture quality and ease of composition--it equates to a zoom range of 38-228mm on a standard 35mm camera.

Fuji has included a movie mode with sound running at 10 frames per second and at a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. Disappointingly, this is limited to 60 seconds of recording time, regardless of the capacity of memory card in use. It also does not make use of the optical zoom, relying instead solely on the digital zoom. Other features include voice captioning and, bizarrely on a camera of this specification, a video conferencing mode enabling you to use it as a Webcam. A notable omission however, is the lack of a video-out socket.

As you would expect from Fuji, the 2800 is straightforward to install and includes paper manuals for both the camera and the supplied software--this includes a simple viewer/organizer, QuickTime, Videoimpression, and Adobe Photodeluxe. The 2800 uses four AA alkaline (supplied) or NiMH rechargeable batteries. Fuji recommends avoiding lithium batteries as the heat discharged can damage the camera. --Nick Baxter

Pros:

• Easy to use, with automated controls
• Very good 6x optical zoom
• Electronic viewfinder (EVF) provides more accurate image composition
• Bonus feature: can be used as a Webcam

Cons:

• EVF is still a little buggy
• Movie mode does not allow use of optical zoom, only digital

Features

• 2-megapixel sensor captures 1,600 x 1,200 images for prints at sizes up to 8 x 10 inches
• 6x optical plus 2.5x digital (15x total) autofocus zoom lens
• Included 16 MB Smartmedia card stores 39 images at default resolution
• Automatically connects with Macs and PCs via USB port
• Uses 4 AA batteries (alkalines included)

Reviews (129)

Great Digicam for the Money
This is my first digicam and I spent a great deal of time researching this camera along with others. I was looking for a camera...I finally settled on the Fuji 2800Z. To date, I am extremely please with my purchase, as I have found this camera to be an excellent value for the money.

Some of the positives of this camera include, a killer 6x Optical Zoom, Sharp and Crisp Pictures, extremely easy to use menu system, 60 second video with audio, and it can double as a webcam. This camera is pretty much a point and shoot camera so if you are looking for a digital camera that has a wide selection of manual settings, look elsewhere as this camera is not for you. You do, however, have control over the white balance, exposure, and flash settings. Other than that, the rest is automatic.

As I mentioned, this is a great little camera, however it is not without a few "flaws". As well noted, this camera has trouble in low light situations, specifically the EVF and LCD. In the few weeks that I have had the camera and the several hundred pictures that I have taken, I have only run into 1 situation where the EVF and LCD were useless. This issue can be worked around and should not be a sticking point for those looking to purchase this camera. I personally like using the EVF as, unlike an optical viewfinder, it shows you "exactly" what is being photographed without distortion. Finally, if you decide to pick up this camera, make sure that you get some rechargeable batteries and a 128mb Smart Media card. You will be set.

In summary, if you are looking for a simple to use, point and shoot camera, with a great zoom, sharp pictures, and a few additional nice features, get this camera. You will be hard pressed to find a better camera for the money!

higher megapixels...who needs them?
For the money this camera is an excellent value. My first digital was a FujiFilm FinePix A201, with only a 2.5 digital zoom and 2 mp, great for starters but I really didn't like any of the pictures taken with it. I guess the magic is in the zoom, because the 2800 takes crystal clear, super sharp pics that I thought were only possible with either a 35 mm or a ridiculously-overpriced camera with 3 times the megapixels. I like the 35 mm-style casing, it makes it look like a much more expensive camera, and of course FujiFilm's very simple to use menus. The interface with my computer is quick and painless and I had a beautiful shot, from shutter to printed copy, in less than 5 minutes. My only complaint so far has been the delayed shutter speed, not very good for taking pics of animals that don't stay still long, but I can live with this. Others complain about the viewfinder being too dim indoors, and this is also true, but like another review pointed out, the film is cheap while you experiment.

For beginners who want professional-looking prints, this is the camera to use.

Power little giant! Highly Recommend to a beginner
This camera takes great photographs...stunning clarity and vivid colors...it's very easy to operate. In low light conditions, the LCD/ECD do not operate very well, however...it'll still take pictures...the great thing about digital photography, you can take pictures over and over again...delete the bad ones until you get it right! It has plenty of features; the manual is easy to read and is actually a tiny course in photography basics. I was taking pictures 2 minutes out of the box; the next day at a wedding...I took over 100 photos...they were simply stunning! The couple who got married wished they hadn't hired a professional! You will get red eye...but there's plenty of software out there to fix that in low light conditions...however, the camera's strength is definitely outdoor photography...I have captured awesome close-ups of wildlife and nature scenes...the digital zoom is wonderful. Would definitely buy this again! Make sure to shop around, buy a 64mb or 128mb SmartMedia card, and 2 sets of rechargeable NiHM batteries. I got a great deal @ Circuit city......

design flaw
I've had this camera for a couple of years, and up until now have been pleased. The last time that I powered it up, the lense housing extended at a crooked angle, and I got a "zoom error" message. The camera is now inoperable. It seems many others on the web have experienced this as well. I contacted the nearest Fuji authorized repair center and was quoted $120 to fix the camera. I might as well buy a new one for that money (not a Fuji though).

Great camera with a great price
I bought this camera after much research and after purchasing(and returning) a few other cameras. This camera takes very good pictures and is very easy to use. It comes with a detailed and easy to understand instruction manual. I would recommend this camera to anyone, especially for first time digital camera buyers. The only bad thing about it is it only came with a 16 MB smart media card, so if you take tons of pics you might need a larger card. I would also recommend rechargeable batteries!! ... Read more

Features

• 3.1 megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 8 x 10 prints and medium-quality prints up to 11 x 14
• 4th Generation Super CCD HR sensor with delivers 6 million recorded pixels through interpolation
• 3x optical zoom lens with autofocus
• Includes 16 MB XD memory card
• Powered by 2 AA batteries (alkalines included, rechargeables recommended); connects to PCs and Macs via USB 1.1