Fujifilm FinePix F100 fd

Review summary: The Fujifilm FinePix F100fd produces spectacular pictures using the 12 megapixels, but once the settings are switched to ISO 12800 range, things get ugly. The manufacturer tried to make up for lost ground by integrating a 12 megapixel chip and as a ...

Pros: Very compact- 28mm lens with 5x optical zoom, plus flash, Ultra-sensitive- features ISO range of up to 12800 (3MP shots), New features- improved image processors and Face Detection 3.0

Verdict: Consumers who are looking for a compact digital camera that is loaded...

Review summary: The FinePix F100fd ($379) is the top model in Fuji's venerable F-series of digital cameras. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the F-series, these cameras were somewhat famous for their low light / high sensitivity shooting abilities. As Fuji ...

Pros: Very good photo quality ; slightly better than competition at ISO 400 and 800 ; 5X zoom lens in a compact, stylish body ; CCD-shift image stabilization ; Nice 2.7" LCD with good outdoor and low light visibility ; Good autofocus performance ; Effective ...

Cons: Doesn't live up to the legacy of earlier F-series models ; Poor image quality at highest ISO settings ; some detail smudging at low ISOs ; Slow startup time for a compact camera ; Below average battery life ; Lens is on the slow side at wide-angle ; ...

Verdict: Other features on the compact F100fd include a 5X optical zoom lens, 2.7" LCD display, image stabilization, an elaborate face detection system, and adjustable dynamic range

Review summary: It's no Flash Harry when it comes to looks, but in terms of handling and performance, the F100fd does the business.

Verdict: The Finepix F100fd isn't going to win many awards for design or innovation, even though it packs some pretty useful technology. But then again, it sure isn't a contender for turkey of the year. If you're the sort of person, who essentially wants a ...

Pros: Superb image quality, advanced face detection mode, ISO 12,800, high-quality Super CCD HR VIII sensor, plenty of useful modes and features

Cons: Slightly bulky, limited manual controls

Verdict: The FufiFilm Finepix F100fd is an ideal compact camera for casual photography enthusiasts. Boasting superb image quality, superior components and a highly impressive feature set, it delivers on almost every level. A slightly cumbersome design is the ...