| 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.
Storage and Transfer
Images are stored on XD memory cards, and a 16 MB card is included. When shooting images at 6 MP, the 16 MB card will store approximately 10 images; at 3MP, you can store approximately 19 images. Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB 1.1, which means it can be connected to any USB-based Windows Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software. 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. |
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 Don't wait, just buy this AWESOME digicam !!! |
| Review Date: October 2, 2003 |
| Reviewer: , |
| My dear husband, (a pro photographer) clued me into this camera before it was even shipped from Fuji factory. It compares to the top of the line Nikon Coolpix and Olympus high end digicams costing $800-1,000. But it outshoots all its competitors even though the others cost a lot more $$. I have been shooting this camera for only 3 days now (it was just released for sale last week) and I love it. My husband loves it and is thinking of buying one for himself even though he owns 3 digital SLR cameras and numerous 35mm Nikons. The photos from the S5000 look fantastic even at the 1mb and 3mb sizes. The lens is really sharp and the 10X zoom allows one to compose just about any photo one can envision. The camera fits nicely in the hand, buttons are intuitive and easy to reach, and one can shoot pics one-handed. It is a much smaller camera than it appears from photos, it is shorter than my cricket lighter! It has a short lag time between pressing the shutter and making the image, as ALL digicams do, but I get around that by using the "best of 5" mode...it can blaze off 5 pics in one second, capturing precious fleeting expressions of my 3 month old son that other cameras would miss. White balance is terrific, skin tones look very realistic to life, metering is right on with what a pro photog would select. You won't regret owning this truly awesome camera. I'm loving it so much I'm ordering a second xd card to take even more pics. Just buy it!!! |
Excellent choice for a beginner to intermediate
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| Review Date: October 21, 2003 |
| Reviewer: , Omaha, NE USA |
| I've had this camera for about a month and have had nothing but fantastic photos to show for it. I am merely a photography novice, but the photo quality, features and zoom can hardly be beat for the value of the product. The Good: Good picture quality, top-notch optical zoom, easy-to-hold body design, low battery drain when using high quality NiMH batteries, tube adapter and lensecap included. The "eh"s: Slight purple glow under certain lighting conditions, TTL EVF will take a little getting use to, included software is usable, but nothing comparable to IrfanView and Windows XPs built in image handling. The Bad: Included memory card is woefully small, included batteries will last about half of a blink of an eye. |
Best 10x Optical Camera
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| Review Date: December 16, 2003 |
| Reviewer: , Rochester, New York United States |
| I bought this camera about one week after it was released. So I paid $469, but have been using it since early August. All my photos have been excellent, for color and sharpness. I have printed my digital images on Silver halide (AgX) paper and have been impressed with the quality. I have prints as large as 12x18 and see no digital artifacts. While some reviews say that the compression is too much I would disagree. The file sizes are around 800kb and easy to work with and don't over use your hard disk. Don't get caught up in the mega pixel wars, I find a 3MP camera will be enough for your printing needs. I am a research technician in digital imaging and have put the camera through several test for sharpness, grain (noise), and color. So far I can find no fault with this camera for the price range and its features. Another positive feature is its use of power supply, 4 AA batteries. If you are ever in a pinch these can be purchased any where. Battery life is very good, I use the electronic view finder. This takes a little getting use to, but really is fine after using the camera for a short period. If there is one thing that would have been a nice feature would be automatic pop up of the flash when it is needed. Using the camera in Program mode makes it easy for anyone in the family to use, yet the camera has features for the more serious photographer. So if you want a camera with 10x optical zoom, easy to use, no special battery, and the new xD camera card this is a great buy. The xD card really is faster than the compact flash cards so widely used. And if you buy the xD to compact flash adapter you can use the xD card in other compact flash equipment. One final positive is this camera looks GREAT!!! |
SPECTACULAR!!! Features, Ease, Quality, and IT'S FUN!!
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| Review Date: April 5, 2004 |
| Reviewer: Marquita Mundell, Dededo, Guam USA |
| I did ALOT of research before I bought anything, and when I saw this, it caught my eye. I love that it actually LOOKS like a real camera, and it performs better than any camera I've ever had. I've owned mine since the end of February and have taken hundreds of photos that have turned out outstanding. Everyone who sees them marvels at the quality, clarity, and color accuracy--not to mention the fact that I can get a GREAT picture of a goal shot from the OTHER END of a soccer field. By the way, all of those pictures I took that people loved--those are all with only 2MP My FAVORITE features of the S5000:
*10x optical zoom allows for EXCELLENT composition (ignore digital zoom though. It diminishes photo quality)
*First-5 and Last-5 modes, when teamed with Aperture Priority at 1/1000 or so, allows me to get the PERFECT shots at sports matches and anything else that might otherwise be missed. THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST FEATURE OF THIS CAMERA! I RELY ON IT FOR *ANYTHING* THAT I KNOW I WANT TO CAPTURE, FROM WAVES CRASHING ON THE REEF TO A DROP KICK BY OUR TEAM'S GOALIE.
*It is VERY EASY to use! As soon as I got it, I was experimenting with the camera in less than 10 minutes.
*Battery consumption is quite respectable, especially for this type of camera. I use 4x2100 NiMH AA's (I love that it uses AA's) which last easily for hours of taking 5 or 10 shots in a row every couple minutes at sporting events. I use the flash ALOT, and it doesn't wear too much on the batteries either. (Just watch out for the batteries it comes with... they lasted about an hour after I first got the camera.)
*XD card is great! It's REALLY fast and easy to use.
*Oh yea... finally, THE PRICE !ROCKS! FOR WHAT YOU GET!!! Unfortunately, all cameras have their cons:
*With the GREAT zoom the S5000 has, keeping it steady without a tripod becomes a challenge. Steadying software would have been a great boon, but it had to be cut for cutting cost and size.
*I !DO NOT! like the electronic viewfinder. It's hard to use, lags more than the LCD, and is less sharp. The S5000 should have had a standard viewfinder. I'd use it alot more and even save batteries from not using the LCD.
*The so-called "manual focus" is a joke. I've found it impossible to operate. PLEASE!!! Don't let my gripes take away from this EXCELLENT camera! Things could always be a little easier or better, but with a camera at this price, of such high quality, and has SO MANY CAPABILITIES, you can't turn this one down!!! Last tips for use:
*You NEED a larger memory card. At a minimum, 64MB. I recommend 128MB, though I have a 256MB card. It works GREAT and holds over 400 shots at 2MP, or 325 shots at 3MP. With a camera this much fun to use, you NEED space to play with.
*GET RECHARGABLE NimH AA batteries!!! You can't go for even an afternoon without rechargables. I recommend at least 1800-2100 capacities. *FINALLY: HAVE FUN!!! THIS CAMERA HAS !ALOT! TO OFFER, SO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ITS CAPABILITIES! READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL! IT HELPS! |
Awesome!
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| Review Date: February 17, 2004 |
| Reviewer: , |
| I've had a Casio/Canon QV-3000 since 2000 and really liked it except for the wimpy zoom (3x). I wanted to upgrade to a camera with a better zoom and maybe more MP. I was going to get the Canon Digital Rebel but the more I looked into it the more pricey it became, more lenses and equipment plus a lot harder to use. The Fuji S5000 fit my needs just perfect with the 10X zoom and 6MP. I don't know why they don't advertise this as a 6MP camera because it has a 6MP setting as well as a RAW format! I've only had it a few days and already have taken some fantastic pictures and I'm sure the best are yet to come. Read all these reviews then go out and get one. I'm glad I didn't invest in an SLR because this is a snap to use and the picture quality is awesome! |
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