Fujifilm FinePix F50fd - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Fuji has today announced an update to the award winning Fuji Finepix F31fd, the Fuji Finepix F50fd. The FinePix F50fd combines a 12-MegaPixel, 7th Generation Super CCD with a 3.0x optical zoom and a 2.7” high-resolution 230,000 pixel wide angle view ...

Award: Highly Recommended!

Review summary: Conclusion / Recommendation / Ratings are based on the opinion of the reviewer, you should read the ENTIRE review before coming to your own conclusions.

Pros: Class leading resolution, Improved slimmer design and a few new features, Superb results at low ISO settings, Natural but vivid colors, Although not as good as the F31fd, ISO 400 and 800 still far better than most, ISO 1600 usable for small prints, ...

Cons: Some noise reduction artefacts visible at 100% even at ISO 100, Strong chroma noise at ISO 800+ and shadow noise visible at ISO 400 in low light, Some corner softness, Few external controls, User interface feels outdated and 'fiddly', Noisy focus, ...

Review summary: The FinePix F50fd is one of a growing number of compacts to include a 12Mp sensor. There is a 3x optical zoom lens with a range of 36-108mm, while camera shake is dealt with via a CCD-shift mechanism.

Review summary: Summer is in full swing and the season is heating up with new camera announcements. Fuji steps to the plate with five new models that follow the trend toward more megapixels and slowly growing zoom ranges, while adding to the company's set of ...

Review summary: Though we expect a lot of noise from a 12-megapixel point and shoot digital camera, we were impressed enough with the Fujifilm F50fd's printed output to give it a strong rating. Features were also admirable, with the FinePix F50fd's Face Detection 2.0 ...

Pros: Dual image stabilization (including CCD-shift), Improved face detection, Dual memory card slot (SD and xD), IrSimple-enabled, Natural Light & with Flash mode is great for point-and-shooters, Portrait Enhancer mode is a nice addition, Micro thumbnail ...

Cons: Limited wide-angle (35mm) -- doesn't give much of an opportunity to squeeze 10 people into the shot, Big dip in high ISO performance compared to the F31fd, Slow operation speeds, Battery life not as remarkable as predecessor, Slick outer shell lacks ...