Fujifilm Finepix V10 5.1MP Digital Camera with 3.4x Optical Zoom (Gun Metal Grey)
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Digital Photo Product Details
Manufacturer: FUJIFILMAudio: English (Original Language)
Model: V10
Color: Gun Metal Grey
Product features:
- 5.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints
- 3-inch LCD display; 3.4x optical zoom
- Can capture images at light sensitivities as high as 1600 ISO at full resolution, diminishing shake and blur from low-light or unsteady hands
- Includes four video games: Number Puzzle, Break Out, Shooting Game, and Maze
- Powered by NP-40 rechargeable battery (included); stores images on xD Picture Cards (16 MB card included)
- Adobe Photoshop CS5 Upgrade [Old Version]
- Serif PhotoPlus X3
- Adobe Photoshop CS4 Upgrade [OLD VERSION]
- Aperture 3
- Pixelmator [Old Version]
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Fujifilm Finepix V10 5.1MP Digital Camera with 3.4x Optical Zoom (Gun Metal Grey)
Customer Review: If only I could give more than 5 stars...
Summary: 5 Stars
I own several digital cameras including a Nikon digital SLR, but I wanted something that I could carry with me to have available for the photos I constantly miss since I don't want to carry a large camera around with me. But there's no point in having a portable camera if it doesn't perform. Here's a list of some of the features that were important to me. Surprisingly, this camera met most of them.
SIZE
This camera is tiny and easily fits unnoticably into a pocket. Very portable. CHECK.
CONSTRUCTION
Mostly metal, feels solid in my hand and weighs more than you would expect for such a small package. Normal Fujifilm quality. CHECK.
LCD
Wow, oh wow. The huge screen dwarfs anything I've seen on other cameras. Clear and bright in all light levels and my wife can even see it without her glasses! In just the 10 days I've owned this camera, several complete strangers have commented on the screen and have asked for a better look. Also, there is a one-button-push image brightening function for bright light conditions. Simple and effective. CHECK.
EASE OF USE
Sometimes you just want a point and shoot camera, no fuss, no drama and be prepared to live with the limitations. Everything about my new camera had to be simple - my wife was tired of not being able to use any of our other cameras! The V10 couldn't be simpler - power on, wait about 1.2 seconds, point, shoot. There's some more advanced features buried in the menu system but if you're buying this camera, you probably won't need them or use them. CHECK.
IMAGE QUALITY
Take a look at the sample photo I uploaded to the image gallery. I am absolutely delighted with the results produced by this camera - with one caveat - the scene must be well lit with available light. For vacation photos, this camera will excel. Quality can be superb with low noise levels, sharp images and vibrant (but exaggerated) color rendition which is slightly blue biased. Forget about the flash - it's almost useless except for shots at no more than 6' distance and it WILL produce red-eye (easily corrected in most photo editing packages). CHECK.
ZOOM CAPABILITY
The 3.4x zoom is more than adequate for most needs. When you handle this little gem, you will wonder how the heck Fuji managed to fit all this into such a small package. A miracle of engineering. CHECK.
FEATURES
Easy playback was important. On this camera it's the press of one button and half a second later the image is displayed on the LCD. A half press of the shutter button and you're back to picture-taking mode.
Video was not so important to me but it's actually very good. The only limitation is that you can't zoom once you've started recording but if you want video, buy a video camera!
Games. Yes, you read that right. I have absolutely no need of games on my camera but the V10 has 4 built in. They seem like late 1980's style games but why would you need them? Well, have you ever traveled with a grumpy child who is 'bored' every 5 minutes. Hand them your camera so they can play the games and although initially they'll probably laugh at the quality, I bet they'll play them and make your trip a lot more enjoyable!
Other features include an easy macro mode, easy deletion of images oh, and a sensible length 'lanyard' style strap. For a point and shoot, I'd say this camera is very well featured. CHECK
CAPACITY
There's nothing more annoying than running out of either battery or memory card space. For day to day use, I have found the rechargeable Fuji battery lasts longer than I need. Unfortunately the camera must be plugged in to recharge the battery and it's a pretty slow process (3 hours plus) but if you remember to charge it overnight, you'll be fine. I have already bought a spare battery and will charge it up for use as a spare if I ever do use up the first battery in one day.
Here's my first complaint about this camera - what on earth are Fujifilm thinking shipping it with a 16mb XD card? Save yourself time and order a 1GB card with the camera - that's large enough for 820+ photos at normal resolution. Yeah, the XD card is not as popular as some other formats, but it is VERY fast - much faster than SD cards.
My only other complaint is the charger is far too big - why not just have a small device into which the battery slots? The 'power-brick' and cable approach is so 1990's.
So, overall, I give the Fuji Finepix V10 an enthusiastic thumbs-up. At this price point, you will not be disappointed.
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