Fujifilm FinePix A340 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: A stylish, budget-oriented camera that offers little in the way of creative controls, but its sound image quality and value will keep it in good stead with snapshooters.

Review summary: A stylish, budget-oriented camera that offers little in the way of creative controls, but its sound image quality and value will keep it in good stead with snapshooters

Pros: Simple to use, Stylish design, Affordable, Able to double as a Webcam

Cons: No rechargeable batteries, No creative controls, Slider design warrants additional wait time before safekeeping

Verdict: A stylish, budget-oriented camera that offers little in the way of creative controls, but its sound image quality and value will keep it in good stead with snapshooters.

Review summary: A stylish, budget-oriented camera that offers little in the way of creative controls, but its sound image quality and value will keep it in good stead with snapshooters.

Pros: Simple to use ; stylish design ; affordable ; able to double as a Webcam

Cons: No rechargeable batteries ; no creative controls ; slider design warrants additional wait time before safekeeping

Review summary: Fujifilm's sleek new entry-level FinePix A340 and the FinePix A330 offer faster operation times and improved power consumption with new, user-friendly menu navigation. The cameras allow first-time digital photographers to capture great pictures easily ...

Verdict: Bottom line - the A340 will make a good choice for those who want an inexpensive 4.0 megapixel camera that performs well outdoor -- however we can't recommend it as an indoor/flash camera. Its 4M/Fine images can produce high-quality 8x10-inch prints. ...

Pros: Decent 4MP output for under $300. Simple to use.

Cons: Limited control, even for a point-and-shoot (no manual aperture or shutter control). Minimal video capabilities. AV, USB, and DC ports are exposed to the elements. Battery recharger and rechargeable batteries not included.

Verdict: This strictly point-and-shoot model should appeal to novices who crave simplicity. It's a solid 4MP camera for under $300, though you'll want to purchase the optional cradle and recharger.