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Summary: First Digital Camera
Review: This is my first digital camera, and after several months of research, I could not be more pleased with this purchase. It is easy to use for a beginner but has enough advanced features that I don't anticipate that the average home / business user would outgrow it quickly.The menus are easy to navigate, even for someone not particularly adept at with the conventional functionalities of a digital camera. In spite of its small size, it is sturdy and seems pretty durable. Definitely upgrade to a 64MB SmartMedia card and order extra batteries as well. Battery life is acceptable but they do have a tendency to run down rather quickly (especially if the LCD screen is used a lot.) The batteries are relatively inexpensive and it's nice that in a pinch, Alkaline AA batteries could be used. To date, I've taken over 200 photographs with the camera. The performance is good and the cyle times between photographs and for power up are above average for a camera in this price range. Printed photographs are excellent, even with a relatively low-end color inkjet printer utilizing photo paper. Besides the quality, it is just plain fun to use and generally gets a "wow.. cool camera" comment from others. If you are considering a digital camera, this one should be on your short list, especially at the current price.
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Summary: Tiny camera performs like a champ!
Review: It's hard to imagine that such a tiny little camera can take brilliant 2400 by 1800 full color digital images, yet it does so extremely well! I bought my Fujifilm FinePix 4700 mostly for my impending baby. As a simple, point-and-shoot digital camera, it fits the bill perfectly. A fully automatic mode with a preview screen lets you compose great-looking shots quickly. Despite the camera's size, its zoom lens pops out to a 108mm (3x) view. (And you can digital zoom at lower resolutions.) There's even a popup flash on top. If you want a more controlled shot than the fully automatic mode or the preprogrammed portrait, night scene, or scenery modes, you can go to a fully manual mode, enabling you to adjust ISO "film" sensitivity, metering, exposure value, white balance, macro mode, and even manual focus. Depending on how much memory you've put in (it uses Compact Flash cards), you can even take a minute long or so JPEG movie, complete with sound. A tiny built-in speaker lets you watch and hear the movie you just took on the camera itself. By plugging a computer's USB cable into the camera, you can transfer pictures and movies out of it at high speed. The camera includes Adobe PhotoDeluxe Home edition for editing. Or you can view your masterworks on a TV screen using the A/V output port and cable that comes in the box. What really impresses me is how Fujifilm fit all these features into such a small package. The camera's light and fits into the palm of my hand just right. Holding the camera takes a little getting used to, and you do have to be careful not to cover the autofocus transducer-thingamajig. But it's not uncomfortable at all. When turning the camera off, the lens retreats into the body of the unit and a metal cover slides into place, protecting it quite effectively. The only major drawback is the battery usage. It's quite easy to burn through its two AA-sized rechargeable NiMH batteries before you've even filled up a 32MB flash card. Leaving the LCD display screen off and using the viewfinder instead definitely helps prolong battery life. The box luckily includes four such batteries (plus a charger), so you can carry a spare set with you, or recharge two batteries while using the other two. Overall, I'm blown away at how far miniaturization technology has progressed. The features and performance of the camera are great---but to have all that in such a tiny box is absolutely amazing.
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Summary: Great Pictures while on Manual Mode
Review: When I first bought this camera (2 years ago) I used the 'Auto' and
'Portrait' settings. I found myself taking average quality pictures
then proceeded with the manual setting and the whole perspective on
this camera changed, all I can say is WOW. The camera consumes a lot of battery so make sure you are carrying
a fast charger and at least 3 sets (2 each) of fresh batteries. I often have problems with the selector changing the picture mode
from auto to manual or portrait without me turning it. I often
lose shots while previewing them. Would've I buy Fuji again ? Maybe, the competition is a lot
better than 2 years ago and unbelieveable prices ...
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Summary: Well built, but poor digital camera
Review: The 4700 Zoom does not come close to its 4+ megapixel rating. Any photos taken above the 1280x960 (1.2 Megapixels) resolution are extremely grainy and pixilated. Also, the shutter speed is extremely slow, and if the speed is increased grainy pixilation becomes even more apparent. The camera drains batteries quickly when the LCD is not used, but when it is on the batteries do not even last an hour. I have had this camera for a little over two years and it is now almost completely unusable. Bright colored dots appear throughout the pictures, and the camera shuts off randomly during use. Granted, these problems did not exist when the camera was new, but the camera should still be reliable after two years of light use. Though it takes terrible pictures and drains the life out of Ni-MH rechargeable batteries rapidly, the camera is well built and has a beautiful LCD. The metal case feels strong, sturdy, and expensive. The LCD produces vibrant, colorful images and is among the best I have seen. The camera's menus are also fairly intuitive. Overall, much better deals can be found in the market than the 4700.
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Summary: Great camera
Review: I did alot of research before buying this camera. I was looking for a camera that had three specific qualities. 1)Easy to use for the beginner. 2) Produce quality 8' x 10" photos. 3) Movie mode. This little Fuji fits the bill in all three categories and on top of that the price is very reasonable compared to other cameras and I definitely like its distinct, compact look. To me, it has an oldtime European look to it. This camera produces very high quality photos using its highest setting. I would prefer a stronger flash for indoor shots but for outdoor shots its perfect. The colors on outdoor shots are just amazing. This little camera only uses (2) AA batteries instead of the typical 4. The batteries do last surprisingly long. I was able to click off 36 high resolution shots with flash and LCD screen on and power lasted over an hour. The batteries that come with it are excellent at 1600 mah. I also picked up some rechargeable Monster Cable AA's from 800.com, they are 1800mah and are very long lasting. NOTE: I couldnt wait to for the batteries to charge when i got the camera so I used some duracells. I went through a 4 pack in 10 minutes. Only use these batteries in dire emergency situations. They are not meant to be used for digital camera no matter how much they claim to be. At first the controls on this camera seem complex, but once you actually get into using it you find out how logical the placement of the controls are. Just spend one hour with the manual and camera and you will be an expert on this camera. Also, you can hook this camera up to your TV and play the movie back and do a slide show of all the pictures. I did this for family members at a get together, took orders of who wanted which picture and then printed them out so they would have instant photos of only the ones they wanted. Big WOW factor there! I am sure there are better digital cameras out there, but if you are looking for the criteria that I listed and want get it at a great price this is the one.
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Summary: How long can it last?
Review: I bought this camera because my son was just born and I wanted the ability to point, shoot and decide what pics to keep or lose later. I am now up to 1800 captures and the camera has worked wonderfully. The video grab is neat (even at half screen size) and the controls couldn't be easier. I dropped it hard once and it didn't flinch. The batteries stay charged for days and re-charge quickly. (Regular AA bateries, however, drain in about 1/2 an hour!) Just recently, the cover has been making a slight grating noise upon retraction. Can this be the end? Will warranty cover it? Am I to be searching for a new camera soon? For a quick purchase ($337 new) I am thrilled and crossing my fingers. A fantastic buy so far!
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Summary: mechanical problems - good pictures but not great
Review: I agree with adbento for the most part.
I bought the camera thinking the 4.3 Megapixels would be good for taking photos and then printing them on my large printer (36"). I got some pretty good shots but many were not that good and none were great. I had the same problem - The batteries are fine - fully charged .
I turn on the camera and it works for a shot, then I try a manual shot and I get a "battery low" message (symbol). After a few seconds the camera shuts itself down. I do not have the LCD preview on. When I turn the camera back on it shows the battery full symbol and then a minute or so after use, it again dies after the low battery symbol. I believe this is inherent to the product.
I am a light user - taking it out to a few get togethers and parties - but always taken very good care of it - cotton cloth wrapped around it and in a snug camera case - no jossling or bumping and hardly any dust or dirt. I bought 8 NiMH AA for it as it does go through them quickly. I did take some OK movies with it. Always good for a laugh. Was good for 2 years - now in the shop and soon to be replaced - bye bye $450 ($700 CDN)
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Summary: when it works
Review: I have had no battery problems and have gotten amazingly great pictures inside and outside....however, it is now in New Jersey being repaired for the second time in 2 1/2 years. First the lens cover wouldn't retract. Now it is in because it will only come up "ERR CARD" when turned on. The good news is it is now under the warrenty from the first repair, so no charge this time. It is a lot of fun when it works.
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Summary: 4-star when it works, big zero when it breaks
Review: When the camera was working perfectly (included during an extended European vacation last year), it takes high-quality 3+ (actual) megapixel shots, and has a big, bright LCD. Excellent! But like several other reviewers, I've had the "random shut-off" problem, which tech support assured me was due to the Kodak NiMH batteries I was using (much higher capacity than those included) After it started shutting off with *any* battery AND leaving the zoom lens extended/exposed, I packed it back to Fuji in N.J. It was returned a few weeks later, but was only correct for a couple of months until the original 1-year warranty expired in April. Back to shopping; but now I have a dozen SmartMedia cards that are unusable in any of the newer digicams. Oh well....
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Summary: "Pop" goes the zoom lens...
Review: Worked great for 1.5 years. Then, this weekend, after taking a perfectly sharp picture, the zoom lense (I kid you not) FELL OFF the camera! Turns out there are 3 tiny little stubs that hold the zoom lens to the camera body. Somehow, two of those stubs eroded, and my camera now an expensive LCD display unit. ...So, other than the fact that I'll never buy another Fuji, here is my assessment: When it decides to focus correctly ...you get AWESOME pics.
Blue eye reduction worked well, but really ate the (NiMH) batteries.
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