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Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd

8.0 megapixels, first seen: 8 April 2007

Information found in: from 94 sources in 25 countries.

Best Price: 539.95 USD

  • User Score (275)
    8.4 8.4 from 275 reviewers
  • Expert Score (46)
    7.8 7.8 from 46 reviewers
  • Design (11)
    7.1 7.1 from 11 reviewers
  • Value for money (21)
    6.7 6.7 from 21 reviewers
  • Features (16)
    7.1 7.1 from 16 reviewers
  • Ease of use (15)
    7.1 7.1 from 15 reviewers
  • Performance (31)
    6.7 6.7 from 31 reviewers
  • Picture quality (46)
    6.4 6.4 from 46 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • great zoom, controls easy to navigate, lots of programming available, at a party, light picture abilities
  • moderate purple fringing, coloured fringing when zoomed, long lag time, bulkier than compacts, above average purple fringing

Joining Fujifilm’s ever-popular ‘big zoom’ range is the FinePix S8000fd; the latest flagship model of particular interest to the enthusiast photographer.

  • 18x optical zoom with true wide-angle to telephoto
  • Face Detection technology
  • CCD-shift image stabilisation
  • 16 scene modes
  • 2.5-inch LCD monitor
  • AA batteries with up to 400 shots
  • Up to 15 fps high speed shooting

Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd

The Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd is said to be going head to head with the Panasonic FZ18 and Olympus SP560UZ. It is Fuji’s most ambitious zoom compact to date. It is also the first long-zoom camera from Fuji to offer image stabilization (in this case a CCD-shake system) The S8000fd places a smaller sensor behind a much longer-range zoom lens in a less SLR-like body. The FinePix S8000fd has MB internal memory, SD/SDHC memory card (not included) and xD-Picture Card (not inclu…

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Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd

The Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd is said to be going head to head with the Panasonic FZ18 and Olympus SP560UZ. It is Fuji’s most ambitious zoom compact to date. It is also the first long-zoom camera from Fuji to offer image stabilization (in this case a CCD-shake system) The S8000fd places a smaller sensor behind a much longer-range zoom lens in a less SLR-like body. The FinePix S8000fd has MB internal memory, SD/SDHC memory card (not included) and xD-Picture Card (not included). This digital camera accepts both xD and SD cards, including SDHC. Weight (no batt) at 111 x 78 x 79 mm (4.4 x 3.1 x 3.1 in) with Dimensions measuring at 111 x 78 x 79 mm (4.4 x 3.1 x 3.1 in). This digital camera has a compact body made of metal and plastic material.

Features

For shooting in low light, there are the high-speed shooting mode (at reduced resolution) and some extremely high sensitivity modes (again at lower resolution). A high-speed focus mode is also included. There’s an 18X optical zoom which gives a 27mm-486mm equiv. Range. A Dual IS, combining sensor shift technology with high ISO settings. An 8.0 million pixel sensor is included. The ISO 6400 is at 4MP and the ISO 1600 is at full resolution. There’s the Face detection-combined with an In-camera red-eye reduction. Face detection can detect up to 10 faces per shot. The Rapid continuous shooting is up to 15fps at 2MP. The Sensor is 1/2.35" Type CCD, 8.0 million pixels total. The lens are 27 - 486 mm (35 mm equiv), F2.8 - F4.5 and 18x optical zoom. Shutter speed is 30-1/4000 sec (extremes depending on exposure mode). Shooting modes are Auto, Picture Stabilization (auto High ISO) , Natural Light, Natural Light with Flash, Movie, Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, Scene modes. Sensitivity functions are Auto (Max ISO 1600), Auto (Max ISO 800), Auto (Max ISO 400), ISO 64, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, ISO 3200 (4MP or fewer), ISO 6400 (4MP or fewer). The LCD monitor consists of 230,000 pixels, Brightness boost and approx. 97% coverage. Other features - DPOF, PictBridge, Index view, Histogram, 2 and 10 sec self-timer, Hardware-based Face Detection AF/AE. Optional Accessories are leather case and Compact AC Power Adapter AC-5VX. For Power, there’s the included 4 x AA batteries alkaline or NiMH (alkaline included) and an optional charger.

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Reviews of Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd

  1. Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd

    Reviewer: PhotographyBLOG
    14 November 2007
    Overall 9
    9.0
    Design 10
    10
    Value for money 9
    9.0
    Features 9
    9.0
    Ease of use 9
    9.0
    Picture quality 9
    9.0
     

    The Finepix S8000fd represents Fujifilm's best attempt yet to fuse the advantages of compact and DSLR cameras together, rivaling the latest entry-level DSLRs. The likes of the Nikon D40x, Pentax K100D and Canon EOS 400D all offer faster performance and better image quality than the Fujifilm Finepix S8000fd, plus the advantage of RAW mode which is notably missing on the S8000fd. The difference in JPEG image quality at slower ISO speeds isn't that pronounced, but the... Read more

  2. Review: Fujifilm S8000fd digital camera

    Reviewer: WhatPC?
    14 January 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    A superb camera at a very impressive price. Read more

  3. Review: Fujifilm S8000fd digital camera

    Reviewer: Computeractive
    14 January 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    A superb camera at a very impressive price. Read more

  4. Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd

    Reviewer: DigitalVersus
    18 February 2008
    Overall 6
    6.0
     

    With an 18x zoom, you should be forgiving in other areas. The S8000fd will first and foremost satisfy the photographer looking for a versatile camera instead of extreme image quality. Read more

  5. Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd Review

    Reviewer: CNET
    14 January 2008
    Overall 6
    6.0
     

    Fujifilm's FinePix S8000fd 18x megazoom has a nice body design and offers a commendable level of control, but its mediocre image quality and sluggish performance blights what could otherwise be an excellent camera Read more

  1. Great camera for the price range

    Reviewer: Amazon
    26 December 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I purchased this camera 2 years ago and am still very happy with it. It has the feel of an SLR and the configuration of the body makes it very easy to grip for 1 hand shooting. The picture quality is very good although I've found that doing a quick auto fix on a photo editing program really optimizes the photos. It does particularly well in interiors with natural light. I bought the camera because of the adjustable lens length - it goes from a slight wide angle to a... Read more

  2. A fine piece of engineering. . . .

    Reviewer: Amazon
    12 December 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    This review is from: Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd Digital Camera - Black (8.0MP, 18x Optical Zoom) 2.7 inch LCD (Electronics) I've owned a number of cameras over the years and needed something to give the wifey. I've now owned this camera for 18 months and it hasn't missed a beat. For less that £130 this is possibly the best bang for your buck on the market. The camera is solid and sturdy to hold, it has enough weight to ensure that it doesn't wobble when taking quick snaps... Read more

  3. Reviewer: Review Centre
    6 March 2010
    Overall 5
    4.5
     

    I observed the Fuji FinePix S8000fd is a good super zoom camera that brings a lot to the table. I like the most its features such as 18X zoom lens, CCD-shift image stabilization, full manual controls, effective redeye reduction, and more. I do think that the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 is a better overall camera, with its RAW support and superior performance, but the Finepix S8000fd is definitely worth a look. Read more

  4. S8000fd Digital Camera by Fiji

    Reviewer: DealTime UK
    16 July 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    Up till now, I swore that I would not get rid of my 35mm SLR Zenith and go digital, but after having a demonstration with the S8000fd Digital Camera, I could help feeling out my wallet and purchasing one. Realy easy to use and the zoom is better than any SLR that I've used. The other plus is that I dont have to put up with 36 photos per film, more like 360 photos with the SD card installed, download them to the laptop and carry on. The S8000fd has the same feel as my... Read more

  5. Fujifilm Finepix S8000fd: More than a home use camera!

    Reviewer: Dooyoo
    4 weeks ago
    Overall 8
    7.6
     

    Summary: All round amazing camera for its price range! Read more

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