8.0 megapixels
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.
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.
Joining Fujifilm’s ever-popular ‘big zoom’ range is the FinePix S8000fd; the latest flagship model of particular interest to the enthusiast photographer.
A superb camera at a very impressive price. Read more
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
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 not... Read more
OK everyone, you can stop emailing me; it's here at last, the much-requested review of the Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd. I've had more enquiries about this camera than anything else in the last few months. If everyone who's asked me about it buys one, I think I'll buy shares in Fujifilm. Read more
View all 13 offers Compare Prices Reviews Auctions Resources All Fujifilm FinePix S8000FD reviews Previous review | Next review Fujifilm Finepix S8000FD A review by lette2k on Fujifilm FinePix S8000FD July 15th, 2008 Author's product rating: Picture Quality Excellent Range & Quality of Features Diverse Ease of Use Easy Overall Look & Design Poor Value for Money Good Advantages: Resolution, great zoom, easy to handle Disadvantages: bulky awkward design Recommend to po... Read more
Are you at that stage where your point and shoot digital camera is not quite giving you the pictures that you require but you do not yet feel comfortable with moving on to a DSLR? Well here's the camera for you, known as a bridge type camera the Fujifilm S8000fd offers you the choice of taking brilliant photos on auto mode where the camera does all the adjustments for you or the chance to take control of aperatures, white balance and ISO`s to choose exactly the outcom... Read more
You get what you pay for! Mine cost £240 including memory spare batteries and charger If you keep the ISO at 100, use the "soft" focus option (better to sharpen up if required in PhotoShop), underexpose by about 1 stop then it works very well. Quite good enough for A4 prints or for photo club proojected images. However, it would be struggling with A3 prints! Read more
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