Fujifilm FinePix S2800HD 14MP Digital Camera Review

Description: Fujifilm S2800HD FinePix S2800 14MP Digital Camera

Fujifilm S2800HD FinePix S2800 14MP Digital Bridge Camera Left Front View

The Fujifilm FinePix S2800HD Digital Point and Shoot Camera is an advanced point and shoot camera with a compact design. It's got 14.0 megapixels of resolution for clear, beautiful photos, dual image stabilization (say good-bye to shaky, blurry pics), tracking auto focus, smile, blink, and face detection to optimize focus and exposure for faces of people in your pictures. The huge 3" LCD screen makes it easy to frame and review your pictures. You even have auto image rotation when looking at your photos. Another viewing option is the 0.2", 200k-dot color LCD viewfinder.

Fujifilm S2800HD FinePix S2800 14MP Digital Bridge Camera Front View

The camera features a Fujinon 18x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 28-504mm on a 35mm camera) that can capture almost any type of shot you might want. You can also shoot HD video with 720p resolution with sound, and view it on a HD TV with the camera's built-in mini-HDMI interface. You can select "Motion Panorama Mode," by pressing the shutter button and then sweep the camera to pan the scene. The FinePix S2800HD cleverly produces a stunning panorama shot, effortlessly and automatically. The features don't stop when you take the photo; Photobook Assist allows you to create a photobook folder where tagged images will be stored and organized accordingly. Your photobook can also be ordered online for print when connected to the internet, as well as when you go to stores to get your photos printed. The camera is conveniently powered with AA batteries that are available everywhere.

Fujifilm S2800HD FinePix S2800 14MP Digital Bridge Camera Left Back LCD View

Sporting a 14-megapixel, 1/2.3-inch CCD, a powerful Fujinon 18x wide-angle optical zoom (28mm-504mm equivalent) and an extra large 3.0-inch high-contrast LCD and electronic viewfinder, the Fujifilm FinePix S2800HD is perfect for advanced amateur photographers who want an affordable, step-up digital camera that will still fit in the palm of their hand.

Fujifilm S2800HD FinePix S2800 14MP Digital Bridge Camera Back View

720p/1080 Movie Mode and list of High Definition Move Mode Cameras
720p has higher vertical resolution than 1080i, making it preferable for sporting events such as auto racing and basketball that move at a very fast pace on live television

Fujifilm S2800HD FinePix S2800 14MP Digital Bridge Camera Top View

Features

HD Movie Capture
While the S2800HD has the ability to capture movies in HD quality 720p HD; it also has a Mini HDMI Port for quick and easy connection to a home theater system. The S2800HD also works with Fujifilm's optional HD Player Kit, which includes an HD card reader that connects to your HDTV via HDMI Cable for true digital transfer of HD quality and a wireless remote control for video playback from the comfort of your couch--and you maximize your HD experience.

18x Fujinon Optical Zoom Lens
The FinePix S2800HD features a Fujinon 18x wide-angle optical zoom lens that produces crisp high-resolution results throughout the focal range, from 28mm wide-angle to an astounding 504mm telephoto. It also features Instant Zoom, which enables the user to keep their subject in a shot at long distance by offering a wide viewing area around the frame and then immediately cropping to the subject once the photo is taken.

Smile/Blink Detection
In addition to Fujifilm's signature Face Detection, the FinePix S2800HD has two fun and valuable features--Smile Detection recognizes the precise moment your subject smiles and releases the shutter only when this happens; and Blink Detection warns you if any of your subjects have blinked so that you can re-take the photo if necessary.

Tracking Auto Focus
The FinePix S2800HD also has Tracking Auto Focus, which allows users to track a moving subject automatically for still picture capture.

Motion Panorama Mode with Auto Stitch
Simply select Panorama mode and start shooting. Then, align the "+" symbol into the circle and the shutter will automatically release to seamlessly stitch the shots together in-camera. Perfect for landscape, large buildings or even party shots!

Automatic Scene Recognition
'SR Auto Mode' intelligently detects the scene type you are shooting and optimizes the camera's focus, exposure and white balance, so whether you're photographing flowers or a holiday landscape, you will get flawless photos at the press of a button.

Auto Picture Rotation
The FinePix S2800HD has the useful Auto Picture Rotation that ensures your photos are always viewed the right way in playback. Whether you have taken a landscape or portrait image, you can enjoy your pictures whichever way you are holding the camera, as the image will automatically rotate in the screen for easy viewing.

Image Retrieval
The FinePix S2800HD has the Picture Search tool which allows you to find photos quickly and easily. You can search by whichever Scene Mode the photo was taken. For instance if you select 'Portrait,' you can view all photos shot in Portrait mode, or 'Macro' to see all close up shots--etc. It's a time saving feature which means that you will no longer have to waste time searching through all your photos to find the ones you are looking for.

Additional Features

3.0-inch High-Contrast LCD and Electronic View Finder The FinePix S2800HD is fitted with a high contrast 230K-pixel 3.0-inch LCD and Electronic View Finder. The high contrast LCD is a considerable benefit in bright light and means that the camera can be directed at various shooting angles to enable framing of awkward shots, while the Electronic View Finder provides even more flexibility for the user. Dual Image Stabilization Long-zoom cameras need stabilization more than any other compact, with handshake and subject movement a particular problem in low light at telephoto range. The FinePix S2800HD reduces blur to a minimum with a mechanically stabilized CCD sensor and high ISO sensitivity (to ISO 6400), so that blur is reduced to an absolute minimum. Face Detection and Automatic Red-eye Removal To provide perfectly exposed and focused portrait shots, the FinePix S2800HD is fitted with Fujifilm's latest Face Detection technology which is able to track up to 10 faces simultaneously, at almost any angle to the camera. The system instantly corrects red-eye and then saves both the original and the corrected image file automatically. Photobook Assist Photobook Assist lets you select and organize images in your camera to create a digital photobook. You can download the photobooks to your computer using MyFinePix Studio software that is included.

Specifications

Sensor	• 1/2.3" CCD • 14.0 million pixels
Image sizes	• (4:3) 4288 x 3216 • (4:3) 3072 x 2304 • (4:3) 2048 x 1536 • (3:2) 4288 x 2864 • (3:2) 3072 x 2048 • (3:2) 2048 x 1360 • (16:9) 4288 x 2416 • (16:9) 3072 x 1728 • (16:9) 1920 x 1080
Movie clips	• 1280 x 720 pixels (HD), 24fps • 640 x 480 pixels • 320 x 240 pixels • With monaural sound
File formats	• Still image : JPEG (Exif Ver. 2.3) • Movie: AVI (Motion JPEG) with sound
Lens	• Fujinon 18x Optical zoom lens • F 3.1- F5.6 • f= 5.0mm – 90.0mm • 28-504mm equiv.
Image stabilization	Yes, Sensor-shift
Digital zoom	Approx. 6.7x
Focus	Mode • Single AF • Continuous AF Type • TTL contrast AF
AF area modes	• Multi • Centre • Tracking
Focus distance	• Normal: Approx. 40cm/1.3ft to infinity / Tele: Approx. 205m /8.2ft to infinity • Macro: Approx. 5cm-3.0m / 2.0in-9.ft / Tele: Approx. 1.8cm-3.0m / 5.9in- 9.8ft. • Approx. 2cm - 100cm /0.8in.- 3.3ft.
Metering	TTL 256-zones metering
ISO sensitivity	• Auto • Auto 400 • Auto 800 • ISO 64 • ISO 100 • ISO 200 • ISO 400 • ISO 800 • ISO 1600 • ISO 3200* • ISO 6400* * image size [S] only
Shutter speed	• Auto : 1/4 sec. to 1/2000 sec • 8 sec. to 1/2000 sec
Aperture	F3.1 / F6.4(Wide), F5.6 / F11(Telephoto)
Exposure Modes	• Programmed AE • Aperture Priority • Shutter-Priority • Manual
Scene modes	• Natural Light • Natural Light & with Flash • Zoom Bracketing • Smile • Portrait • Landscape • Sport • Night • Night(Tripod) • Fireworks • Sunset • Snow • Beach • Party • Flower • Text
White balance	• Auto • Preset (Fine, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White),Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light, Underwater, Custom )
Self timer	Approx. 10 sec.2 sec. delay
Continuous shooting	• Top-5 (max 3.3 frames/sec.) • Top-20, High speed (max 8 frames/sec, "S" images only) • Last-3 (max 1.2 frames/sec.) • Long Period, High speed (max 1.2 maximum number of frames varies with image size and available memory)
Flash	• Auto flash (Pop-up) • Effective range: (ISO 800): Wide: Approx. 40cm-8m / 1.3ft.-2.6.2ft. / Telephoto: Approx. 2.5cm-4.4m / 8.2ft.-14.4ft.
Flash modes	Red-eye removal OFF: Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro. Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto, Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro.
LCD monitor	• 3.0-inch • approx. 230,0000 pixels • approx. 100% coverage
Digital input/output	• USB 2.0 High Speed
Video output	• HDMI (Type D) • NTSC / PAL selectable
Storage	• 23 MB Internal memory • SD / SDHC memory card
Power	4 x AA batteries
Weight (no batt)	Approx. 341g (12.0oz)
Weight (with batt)	Approx. 437g (14.4 oz)
Dimensions	110 (W) × 74(H) × 82 (D) mm (4.3 x 2.9 x 3.2 (in))

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Press Release

July 21, 2010: Fujifilm is proud to announce the arrival of the FinePix S2800HD: with a generous 18x Fujinon optical zoom lens and a small lightweight body, this camera really packs a punch. Especially when matched with its 14 megapixel sensor, and well balanced feature-set including 720p HD movie and Full 1080p HD still image capture. This is the latest addition to Fujifilm’s S-Series range of cameras, widely respected by those looking for extra-long zoom capabilities, combined with the ease-of-use of a compact camera. Delivering top image quality consistently, whilst combining the very best Fujinon lenses with Fujifilm’s proprietary image processing, you can shoot with confidence every time.

Powerful Fujinon *1 18x zoom
The S2800HD sports an impressive 28mm – 504mm* high precision Fujinon optical zoom lens. This range allows you to capture the action, even when you’re at a considerable distance away; from the most cinematic of landscapes to the wildest of wildlife - the FinePix S2800HD has the ability to take it all in its stride.

Motion Panorama
Fujifilm’s new Panoramic shooting mode that features on the S2800HD cleverly eliminates the risk of uneven landscapes or shaky horizons. Simply select Panorama mode and start shooting then, align the + symbol into the circle and the shutter will automatically release to seamlessly stitch the shots together in-camera. The result? Effortless and stunning panoramic shots just desperate for framing and hanging on your lounge wall!

Sharp, clear shots
Even at the longest zoom settings or in the most challenging of lighting conditions, the S2800HD is able to produce crisp, clean results. With its mechanically stabilised 1/2 3”, 14 megapixel CCD sensor, and high ISO sensitivity settings, Fujifilm’s Dual Image stabilization technology combines to reduce the blurring effects of both hand-shake and subject movement to provide superb pictures.

Advanced HD capabilities for Both Movies and Stills
For the complete viewing experience, the FinePix S2800HD is HD enabled and can therefore play-back both stills (1080p) and movies (720p) in superb HD quality. Images appear crisp and even more true to life, a perfect way to share memories - and show off a little! Additionally, the FinePix S2800HD features a mini HDMI port so it’s quick and easy to connect to a HD ready TV via a mini HDMI cable (not included).

Pristine Portraits
Beauty shouldn’t just be in the eye of the beholder. Fujifilm has added two fun and valuable features to its Face Detection system: Smile and Shoot mode is able to recognise the exact moment your subject smiles and releases the shutter only when this happens, ensuring that all your photos are happy ones.

Blink Detection warns you if any of your subjects have blinked so that you can re-take the photo if necessary.

Rate your favourite pictures!
New to Fuji’s 2010 range of cameras is the ability to grade your images using a star rating system to manage your pictures. Save time by searching by selected rate and view only your favourite pics!

Photobook Assist
Select the images you want to feature in your Photobook in-camera; even easier if you search by your top star rated images! This will save time at a kiosk or computer downloading and organising which pictures to include in your Photobook. Alternatively simply enjoy viewing the selected images in an on-camera Photobook,

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