Latest – Review and Sample Photos by DevHardware (added 13 February’09)
Fujifilm Finepix S1000fd features 10 megapixels, 12x optical zoom, 2.7 inch LCD, High ISO of 1600, and full manual controls.
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Read More Reviews – (updated 13 February’09)
RegHardware
“This camera does not have an optical image stabilization system, which is a bit disappointing. To make up for this downfall, Fujifilm uses a system that increases ISO levels to compensate for camera-shake. This system works well in most cases, but it will wreak havoc on your photos in low light because of the camera’s already poor low-light performance.”
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StevesDigicams has reviewed the Fujifilm Finepix S1000fd and they write -
“While the feature list makes this seem like a very appealing model, the below average shooting performance, horrible High ISO noise, and just “average” 10-megapixel image quality results lower that appeal.”
Cameras.co.uk has reviewed the Fujifilm Finepix S1000fd and they write -
“The Fuji Finepix S1000fd does most things well enough, apart from taking photos with the zoom fully extended. It is as easy to use as any super zoom camera and is also relatively compact.”
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PhotographyBlog has reviewed the Fujifilm Finepix S1000fd and they write -
“White balance is variable, there’s some softness at maximum wide-angle and maximum telephoto zoom settings – though neither ruins the shot – and it’s really not worth straying above ISO 800 despite the fact that up to ISO 6400 looks good on paper.”
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CNET.co.uk has reviewed the Fujifilm Finepix S1000fd and they write -
“The Fujifilm FinePix S1000fd is something of a let-down. In a category often accused of falling between two stools, the S1000fd fails to play to the strengths of a superzoom, as its bigger brother, the FinePix S8100fd, does so well.”
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GoodGearGuide has reviewed the Fujifilm Finepix S1000fd and they write -
“We liked the construction of the S1000fd. It has an extremely heavy, sturdy body and a large rubber grip. It is comfortable to hold yet still somewhat compact for an ultra-zoom. The interface is a little confusing. It isn’t nearly as streamlined as the menu system found on some competing products, but it does the job.”
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ePhotozine has reviewed the Fujifilm Finepix S1000fd and they write -
“For those of you after a small digital camera with a long zoom and creative features, then this is a camera for you to consider. It’s lightweight, stupidly easy to use and has a few nifty little features that other companies don’t offer.”
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DigitalCameraReview has reviewed the Fujifilm Finepix S1000fd and they write -
“The S1000fd is obviously aimed at serious shooters, but it lacks some of the basic features that a photography enthusiast would expect – manual color, saturation, and contrast adjustments, for instance – plus it doesn’t provide image stabilization. This puts the camera in something of a bind: the S1000fd doesn’t really measure up for the serious/creative photography demographic, but it is too complex and difficult to use for the casual shutterbug and point-and-shoot crowd.”
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Pocket-lint has reviewed the Fujifilm Finepix S1000fd and they write -
“The FinePix S1000fd might offer a 12x optical zoom and the promise of a stack of features to help you take better pictures but we struggled to feel the effect.
The image quality is average, the interface clunky and the overall camera design is button heavy. Compared to the Nikon P80, also in this long optical zoom class, we would opt for the Nikon every time.”
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TrustedReviews has reviewed the Fujifilm Finepix S1000fd and they write -
“While the Fujifilm FinePix S1000fd is an appealingly cute little camera with a huge zoom range for its size, and is relatively simple to use, it lacks a number of important features, most notably image stabilization. Performance is mediocre at best, and while it performs well in low light it is lacking in final image quality. Whether you’re looking for a small cheap zoom camera or a well-specified super-zoom there are better alternatives on the market, several of them other Fujifilm models.”
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Owner Feedback
“This camera take very good photos, but only with the exactly quantity of light. For example if the scene is dark with Flash the photo is saturate of light and on the contrary without flash the photo looks yellow-dark using ISO 3200 and the resolution is 3M pixel. “
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
“I have been playing with the Fuji finepix S1000fd and am very happy. It is very good looking and professional for a non pro. lots of features and very easy to use, I am getting lots of great pictures. I am very happy with this product and what a great price too.”
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
“The camera is a nice small size. Its very easy to use. Plenty of options to have variety but not so many that you need to take a photography class.”
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
“This is the first time I bought a Fujifilm, but not the last! It is really a great little SLR. Great pictures and features for a very low price.
To make the flash work, you have to push a button.”
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
“We loved to powerful zoom and got some pretty clear wildlife shoots with it. Its a nice high end amature camera, a LCD lens cover would have been a nice addition, and a auto night setting would be nice too, but overall it is a great little camera that shoots very nice pictures with ease.”
Portion of user comment on Amazon.com
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Specifications & Camera Profile
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Press Release
Fujifilm FinePix S1000fd: The world’s smallest* 12x optical zoom digital camera
DSLR-style compact extends range and feature set with longer zoom, larger LCD and new Panorama Shooting Mode
Fujifilm UK today announced the introduction of the FinePix S1000fd, a compact and lightweight digital camera with an impressive 12x optical zoom lens.
Perfect for advanced amateur photographers the 10 Megapixel FinePix S1000fd features a versatile Fujinon 12x optical zoom (33mm-396mm equivalent), Face Detection Technology with automatic red-eye removal, ISO levels of up to ISO 1600 at full resolution and ISO 3200 at 3 Megapixel resolution, and a brand new Panoramic Shooting Mode.
Panorama Shooting Mode
For capturing sweeping scenery or large groups of people, the new Panorama Shooting Mode makes it easy to create impressive panoramic photos. Panorama Shooting Mode captures and combines a maximum of three consecutive shots at 3 Megapixel resolution, which are saved to the memory card as a panoramic picture.
Face Detection Technology
Fujifilm’s Face Detection technology was originally developed for the company’s photofinishing division, where it was used for reproducing the fine detail in people’s faces in print. It works in the camera by triangulating eyes and mouth, using an algorithm to optimise focus, white balance and exposure for up to six faces in a single frame. Movement tracking keeps the camera ‘locked on’ to its subjects until they move out of the picture. The technology works irrespective of the subject’s position in the frame, and is not confused by glasses.
Say goodbye to red-eye – for good
Red-eye is the single biggest reason why the best portraits are ruined. The FinePix S1000fd uses Face Detection technology to find and instantly correct any red-eye from every face in the frame as the shot is taken.
The system on the FinePix S1000fd will only correct redness in the pupil of the eye, not elsewhere in the picture, because the camera uses eye detection within face detection to find the pupil. While other cameras can sometimes convert lips or red jewellery to brown or blue, the FinePix S1000fd never gets it wrong.
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