Product Description

The first consumer 6.2 megapixel (S-pixel: 3.1 million, R-pixel: 3.1 million) digital camera, which carries Fujifilm's proprietary new Super CCD SR (Super Dynamic Range) technology. Capturing pictures as real as life, approaching that of film for the first time. Maximum output is 2, 832 x 2, 128 (6.03 million) recorded pixels. The F700 is intended for photo enthusiasts who want a near-film quality print experience from a digital camera. Thanks to its new 4th Generation Super CCD SR technology, which doubles the number of pixels on the chip. The SR sensor mimics the light capturing ability of film, offering 3.1 million large pixels (S) with high sensitivity to light, and 3.1 million smaller pixels (R) with low sensitivity to light. The result is a dynamic range that is four times that of previous Super CCDs. The F700 has a new low distortion 3X optical zoom. In addition, a new rapid continuous auto-focus (C-AF) on-demand mode was combined with its built-in focusing assist lamp and autofocus capabilities. Crisp, clear focus is achieved by holding the C-AF button while taking a picture. The F700's advanced movie mode records full VGA (640x480) resolution at 30 fps with sound. Image playback is on a large 1.8" LCD, and downloading files is as simple as placing the camera in the included cradle and letting Fujifilm's new FinePix Viewer ver. 4.0 do the rest. The cradle also supports a PC-Cam mode and recharges the lithium-ion battery.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #18399 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Fuji
• Model: FPF700
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: 2.10" h x 4.30" w x 1.10" l, .42 pounds
• Memory: 16MB
• Display size: 1.8

Features

• Fourth generation 3.1-megapixel Super CCD sensor delivers up to 6.2-megapixel images (2832 x 2128) thanks to unique honeycomb CCD design
• 3x optical zoom plus 2.2x digital zoom (6.6x total)
• Ultra-fast start-up time: 1.2 seconds
• Includes 16 MB XD Picture Card
• Powered by rechargeable lithium-ion battery (NP-40, included); connects with Macs and PCs via USB port

Amazon.com Product Description
The FinePix F700 is one of the first Fujifilm digital cameras to use the new high-dynamic-range Super CCD SR sensor. The camera has a 3.1-megapixel Super CCD SR sensor, which can produce a 6-megapixel image thanks to its innovative layout of paired photodiodes. The FinePix F700 also features a fast start-up time of 1.2 seconds, 3x optical zoom, and VGA resolution movie mode, and includes the PictureCradle docking station.

Optics and Resolution
At the heart of the FinePix F700 lies the fourth-generation Super CCD SR sensor, capable of delivering an amazing 6 million recorded pixels (2,832 x 2,128 pixels) thanks to its unique honeycomb design and advanced signal processing.

The FinePix F700 features a new high-resolution Super EBC Fujinon 3x optical zoom lens (with 2.2x digital zoom) that delivers improved picture sharpness with increased optical resolving power, as well as greatly improved autofocus performance for both static and moving images.

Fourth-Generation Super CCD SR
Fujifilm's Super CCD SR provides a truer representation of the actual subject being photographed, revealing highlight detail and offering a four-fold increase in dynamic range. By using the innovative layout of paired photodiodes, the technology enables confident shooting in both bright and cloudy conditions. It also combats the bleached-out effect created by flash photography and increases exposure latitude, a great advantage in difficult lighting conditions.

Storage and Transfer
Images are stored on XD memory cards; a 16 MB card is included. Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB storage-class connectivity, which means it can be connected to any USB-based Windows Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software.

Movie Mode
In addition to taking still photos, the FinePix F700 is capable of recording VGA resolution videos (640 x 480) with sound at 30 frames per second until the memory card is full. The FinePix F700 can also append up to 30 seconds of audio to images.

More Features

• 1.8-inch TFT LCD display
• Full manual controls, plus ISO settings of 200/400/800/1600 (ISO 1600 available only at 1-megapixel resolution)
• C-AF (continuous autofocus) mode makes camera focus at all times for faster shooting
• Includes PictureCradle camera dock for transferring photos and battery charging
• Supports RAW image format
• Built-in flash with red-eye reduction, auto, forced, off, and slow-sync modes

Power, Size, and Contents
The camera is powered by a rechargeable NP-40 lithium-ion battery (included). It measures 4.3 x 2.1 x 1.1 inches and weighs 4.6 ounces. This package includes the FinePix F700 digital camera, 16 MB XD memory card, battery and AC adapter/charger, USB and A/V cables, hand strap, PictureCradle dock, and CD-ROM with imaging software and USB drivers for Windows and Mac.

From the Manufacturer
Discover the Expressive Capabilities of the 4th-Generation Super CCD SR.

Waiting for a camera that combines the imaging performance of a 35mm film camera with the versatility of digital photography? Meet the FinePix F700. It’s as comfortable in the hand and convenient to use as the best film-based cameras. And, thanks to the exclusive 4th-Generation Super CCD, it’s unparalleled in its ability to capture beautiful digital images.

The 4th-Generation Super CCD SR
Fujifilm’s Super CCD sensors have already earned renown for their faithful, film-like imaging qualities. Now, with the development of the Super CCD SR, the FinePix line takes another step into the future.
The FinePix F700 incorporates the new 1/1.7-inch Super CCD SR, featuring 6.2 million* effective pixels (3.1 million Spixels and 3.1 million R-pixels). Maximum image size is a highresolution 2832 x 2128 (6.03 million) recording pixels.

Expanded dynamic range
The new Super CCD SR was developed specifically to deliver wider dynamic range than ever before possible. Because of their limited dynamic range, the CCDs used in traditional digital cameras have difficulties reproducing high-contrast images containing both dark and bright areas, with shadows tending to lose detail and whites washing out.
To assure better dynamic range, the Super CCD SR simulates the extended tonal range characteristics of color negative film, and was based on a thorough study of how the structure of film could be applied to CCD design. Specifically, negative film employs both lowsensitivitym and high-sensitivity layers for each of the primary RGB colors. The Super CCD SR mimics this structure by using a combination of low-sensitivity R-pixels and high-sensitivity S-pixels, employing extremely precise design and construction for each pixel.
By combining information from both types of sensor elements, the Super CCD SR achieves approximately four times greater dynamic range than the preceding 3rd-Generation Super CCDs. This means significantly greater tonal range — the ability to capture three-dimensional realism with a fine range of highlight tonality as well as a superlative shadow detail and texture.
Extended dynamic range is only the start with the FinePix F700. The next-generation sensor also yields improved resolution, greater sensitivity, higher signal-to-noise ratio, and enhanced color purity. In short: digital image quality that truly challenges photographic film reproduction.

Enhanced image processing and quick response
The FinePix F700’s new state-of-the-art LSI features an advanced image processing algorithm to enable high speed processing, smooth tonality and high signal-to-noise ratio. The new chip offers fast start-up and shooting interval times. In fact, the FinePix F700 is ready to shoot approximately 1.2 seconds after switching it on.

CCD-RAW file format
To preserve the utmost in image quality, the FinePix F700 is able to save captured images in CCD-RAWfile format (14-bits each for R, G, and B). Despite the large size of these files, the new LSI processes images with remarkable speed, so you’re always ready for the next shot.

Wide range of ISO settings
With the FinePix F700, you’re free to select any ISO-equivalent sensitivity from a medium-speed 200 to an ultra-fast 800 and 1600, just as you would choose film type depending on subject and shooting conditions. The higher ISO settings excel at fast action and non-flash shooting in low-light conditions, as well as helping to prevent camera shake.

Symmetrical camera design
The styling of the FinePix F700 takes its cue from the clean layout of film-based compact cameras. The metal-clad body features a symmetrical layout with the lens and LCD screen at the center of the front and back respectively – the LCD is positioned directly behind the lens, aligned on the same plane, eliminating discrepancies in the image. And this centrally positioned lens and LCD produce ideal ergonomics for holding and operating the camera.

High performance 6.65 zooming
The FinePix F700 features a fast and responsive f/2.8 Super EBC Fujinon 35 optical zoom lens that is equivalent to 35-105mm on a 35mm camera. By designing the lens specifically for the sensor of the FinePix F700, Fujifilm’s engineers were able to ensure outstanding pictorial results from wide angle to telephoto. Combined with smooth digital zooming up to 2.25 (in 1280 ´ 960-pixel mode), the camera can effectively magnify images up to approximately 6.65 (224mm equivalent).

Comprehensive user controls
Photo Mode Button: An entirely new concept in digital camera operation, this button gives you control over all image quality parameters, including sensitivity (AUTO or MANUAL: ISO equivalent 200, 400, 800, and 1600), and color (Standard, Chrome, and B&W). The Chrome color setting, for example, slightly boosts contrast and saturation for a look that resembles color slide film. When reviewing images, this control can also be used to set DPOF for printing.
Continuous Shooting Select Button: Lets you choose instantly among three continuous shooting modes: "Top-5 Frame" (5 frames/second for one second when shutter button is pressed), "Final-5 Frame" (5 frames/second for one second just before shutter button is released*), and "Long- Period Continuous Shooting". Long-Period Continuous Shooting is available only in Auto Programmed mode and forces the resolution to 1280 x 960 pixels, but allows you to capture up to 40 frames at a continuous 1.8 frames/second.
Continuous AF Button: Simply hold your finger on this button to keep a moving subject in continuous focus. Whatever the mode, the auto focus system of the FinePix F700 offers quicker and more accurate focusing in any situation, including low light. The camera also lets you focus on specific areas in the viewfinder using the AF Area Focus mechanism, without having to lock and recompose the shot.

Versatile exposure options
The FinePix F700 provides six different ways to get the exposure you want: Auto mode for the ultimate in ease, plus Programmed AE, Aperture-Priority AE (a range of 13 f-steps, from F2.8 to F8), Shutter Speed-Priority AE (1/1000 to 3 seconds), Manual, and Scene Position modes. The latter gives you instant access to four special preset program modes: Portrait, Landscape, Sports, and Night Scene.
To handle the widest possible variety of light conditions, the FinePix F700 also provides three light metering choices: 64-TTL Multi, Spot, and Average. Like a 35mm camera, the FinePix F700 has an exposure compensation button on the back of camera. This button allows you to easily correct exposure from –2 to +2 EV in 1/3-EV increments.

Ultra-sophisticated Auto White Balance
The Super Intelligent Auto White Balance of the FinePix F700 precisely detects and evaluates lighting conditions on your subjects, even in situations with several different light sources including flash, to deliver highly accurate, natural colors.

Manual shooting capability
If you enjoy having full control over your camera, you’ll appreciate the FinePix F700’s manual shooting features. In fact the FinePix F700 boasts some of the most comprehensive manual controls – all designed to help you take photographs your way. They include manual white balance, exposure compensation, ISO sensitivity, auto exposure bracketing, macro shooting, slow synchro shooting, sharpening, preview and post-view functions.

"Motion Photo" VGA movie recording
The FinePix F700’s movie mode offers 640 ´ 480 (approx. 223 seconds) and 320 ´ 240 pixels (approx. 7.3 minutes*) at a full 30 frames/second with sound. Captured video clip images are smooth and highly detailed, and recorded in the Motion JPEG (AVI) format, so that you can also enjoy viewing each frame as a high-quality still image.

User-friendly 1.8-inch LCD monitor
To shoot well you need to see well. That’s why the FinePix F700 features a high-resolution 1.8-inch, 134,000-pixel CG silicon TFT LCD monitor for crystal-clear, glare-free images.

A world traveler
Compatible with both PAL and NTSC video formats, the FinePix F700 is at home anywhere in the world. The LCD menu can be displayed in any of six languages – English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese or Japanese.

xD-Picture Card support
The FinePix F700 is designed around the xD-Picture Card, the new standard in ultra-compact digital storage media. With the compatible USB card reader and PC/Compact Flash card adapters, xD-Picture Card can be swapped freely among a wide range of digital cameras, computers, and other devices.

Convenient voice memo
Ahandy voice memo function lets you record up to 30 seconds of audio at any time. Recordings are saved in the WAV format, and can be attached to any image file.

Long-life battery
The included NP-40 lithium-ion rechargeable battery allows you to take up to about 135 shots with the LCD set to on or 270 shots with the LCD off.

Easy connection to your PC
The PictureCradle and FinePixViewer software that come with your FinePix F700 make it a snap to download image files, movie clips, and audio files to your PC for viewing or monitoring. The PictureCradle also automatically supplies power to the camera and recharges its battery.

Windows XP compatibility
The FinePix F700 and included USB driver software are certified as "Designed for Microsoft Windows XP". They are also fully functional with Windows 98SE/2000/ME and the Mac OS.

Customer Reviews

6MP price for a 3MP camera
the f700 uses fuji's superCCD system, basically using two 3.1MP sensors to capture your images. it's a fine camera, but i'm not sure this new system justifies the price premium.

pros:
- 6-megapixel interpolated still mode.
- vivid colors.
- 3x optical zoom.
- flexible: point and shooters have automatic selections and scene modes while creative shooters have plenty of control with manual and priority exposure modes.
- continuous shooting mode.
- RAW file output.
- bright LCD works well even in low light.
- xD card features short write times, less battery usage.
- minimal shutter lag.
- fast shot to shot times.
- good macro performance.
- very good movie mode plus unlimited 30 fps 320x240 video.
- low redeye occurrence.
- built-in AF illuminator.
- solidly built with a metal body.
- cradle for charging and video transfer supplied.
- compact size: dimensions are 4.3"W x 2.1"H x 1.1"D, weighing 6.7 oz. (excluding batteries and media).

cons:
- price - a hefty premium has been added due to fuji's new superCCD system but i'm not sure the performance justifies this high price.
- image quality not as good as competition - too noisy and over-compressed.
- visible purple fringing.
- noticeable vignetting.
- no gain in resolution using the 6MP image size setting.
- no direct adjustment for tone or color saturation.
- flash exposures slightly underexposed.
- ISO 1600 limited to one megapixel image size (1280 x 960).
- no control over JPEG compression levels.
- you're on your own when using manual focus - it doesn't show focus distance.
- no exposure info for photos in playback mode.
- no slow shutter noise reduction.
- slowest shutter speed available is 3 seconds.
- the supplied 16MB xD card is inadequate. be prepared to shell out a few more bucks for more memory (at least 128MB).
- the batteries supplied are proprietary so add a few bucks to your budget for a spare.

the f700 is a great looking camera, light, and compact. more importantly, it cranks out decent looking pictures. but the superCCD system that fuji uses doesn't give as much detail as promised. is this a 6MP or 3MP camera? i'm on the 3MP camp; the 6MP interpolated mode just doesn't seem to make that big of a difference. if this camera delivered 6MP performance, its high price would be justified. if you come to the same conclusion i did that this is closer to a 3MP camera, then this is definitely over-priced. for this price, you can get a very nice "regular" 5MP canon s50.

i hope this helps your buying decision. peace.

I Have Compared
I have currently a Nikon CoolPix 775 2MP.A Sony DSC P92 5MP.A Sony DSC P72 3MP an HP C500 2MP.a Canon Powershot S230 3 mp... and this Fuji F700 and have owned a Sony DSC S75 3.2 MP and a Canon S410 4MP...and others. The controversy is that this is really an 3.2 mega-pixel camera and not a 6mp. I agree with the 3.2 camp. Compared to all the cameras mentioned this Fuji F700 takes just as good or better than any in Auto mode, inside or out.(I use auto mode as a test because with proper adjustments all cameras can be made to take improved pictures but this takes experience and testing that many of us dont want to do, though some simple setting adjustments will help for 98 percent of your pictures). Test pictures were taken of the same subject matter from a stationary camera using the timer to avoid any camera movement as well as freehand shots with and without flash. I find that my best pictures are taken in the 3MP setting. Even taking them in 6MP setting doesn't make a noticeable difference.... indeed... sometimes it is less detailed. In "RAW", because you have to make your own sharpening as well as other adjustments yourself. You should see improvement in enlarged or cropped pictures using RAW or 6 MP settings though I havent experimented much in printing 8x10 or larger.(Ink and gloss paper prices make me cry). I wanted to move to a shirtpocket size camera because I was missing a lot of shots by not wanting to tote my bigger cameras. By the time they are in a case its like carrying a purse. This F700 I carry everywhere except to bed. The plusses for me... Size... great movies,but only 7.5 minutes on a 512MB picture card, The continuous shooting mode which lets you take continuous pics but only at 1 MP.... the 5 shot pic mode,add sound clips to pics, 1.8 inch viewfinder, focus assist lamp, RAW mode, speed, very easy to navigate settings, easy to remember and change. The 2 main drawbacks and reason I may still try another camera is I really want a larger than 3 power zoom and this camera wont accept any additional lenses. I knew this going in but thought I could live without this feature... You either miss lots of photo ops because you dont have your cam with you because its too big or you miss them because of the lack of a large zoom. Thats my quandry. This Fuji F700 has as many or more features and as good as picture quality than ALL the cameras I have owned. If you get this cam get the FUJIFILM xD-Picture Card over the SanDisk... the transfer rates are way faster. microwavedave@sbcglobal.net

An Amazing Camera!
The Super CCD SR sensor really does provide amazing dynamic range for digital photography. With multiple methods for selecting focus points and sesitivity in addition to the fully automatic functionality, makes this camera lots of fun! I have taken pictures on a tripod at night with the 2 second delay option and have been amazed at what this sensor can pick up. Grainy is not a term that I have found with any of the pictures I have taken so far.

The buttons and menu layout are very intuitive and confortable. The retracting lens makes this an easy camera to carry around with you.

Macro mode lets you get within centimeters of your subject and take terrific pictures. Did I mention the colors and range of brightness are amazing!

I have waited a long time to commit to a digital camera and am very happy with the F700