This is a new camera in the Finepix S series advanced digital range sporting an ultra wide and powerful 18 times zoom as well as face detection that can detect faces and set focus and exposure accordingly and a dual image stabilisation system. This 8 megapixel camera is optically geared with an 18 times optical zoom with a superb perspective range (equivalent to 27-486mm in 35mm format) for everything from extra wide to powerful telephoto. Its very high 1600 ISO (light) sensitivity, expandable to 6400 ISO at 4 megapixel resolution also makes it ideal for low light photography. For an advanced digital camera with this spec it has maintained a very compact design and could fit into a handbag for party pics. It is good choice for travellers and enthusiasts who emphasise image quality, latest technologies and creative scope without wanting the lens interchangability, added bulkiness and expense of an SLR.
Fuji FinePix S8000Fd Specifications:
- 18x optical zoom with true wide-angle to telephoto
- 8.0 Megapixel
- Face Detection technology
- CCD-shift image stabilisation
- 16 scene modes
- 2.7-inch LCD monitor
- AA batteries with up to 400 shots
- Up to 15 fps high speed shooting
Short Review:
The 8 megapixel CCD on this camera can produce 8×10 inch prints at full resolution with greater enlargement possible to achieve high quality poster size prints. The 18 times optical zoom is a 35mm film equivalent to 27-486mm, which will give you a perspective from extra wide angle to powerful telephoto, sufficient for large groups of people, good portraits and sports. Its very high 1600 ISO (light sensitivity), expandable to 6400 ISO at 4 megapixel resolution allows this camera to perform very well in low light situations and helps maintain a fast shutter speed for sharp pictures. There is also a 5.1 times digital zoom. Macro mode allows close-up photography, capturing detail from as close as 1 cm away.
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