Get the bigger picture with the FinePix S8100fd Update to acclaimed FinePix S8000fd offers advanced features and huge zoom range at an affordable price Fujifilm UK today announced the launch of the long zoom, SLR-styled FinePix S8100fddigital camera, which combines user-friendliness with long-zoom versatility and high speed shooting modes that are rarely found in non-professional models.
Continuing on the success of the FinePix S8000fd, the 10 Megapixel
FinePix S8100fd integrates a Fujinon 18x wide angle optical zoom fixed
lens (27mm-486mm equivalent), letting the user achieve greater range
than ev er before and offers everything from true wide angle to
extreme telephoto in a single compact unit. The sealed, fixed-lens
system prevents dust contamination and eliminates the need for
additional zoom or wide angle lenses, making it an easy-to-use,
affordable alternative to the complex D-SLR system.
The big zoom advantage
The FinePix S8100fd's 18x zoom lens – first seen on the FinePix S8000fd
- is ready for every possible photographic challenge, from landscapes
and interiors to wildlife and sports action.
The wide angle is perfect for large group shots and sweeping holiday
landscapes; the long telephoto lens is capable of picking out a single
face on a distant stage or playing field, offering an unparalleled
range of creative opportunities without the need for add-on lenses or
adapters.
Face Detection Technology
Fujifilm’s award-winning Face Detection Technology has enabled a number
of advanced features that will excite both novice and more experienced
photographers and make getting perfect portraits easier than ever. Face
Detection operates by identifying and prioritising up to 10 faces in a
frame and then adjusting the focus and exposure accordingly to ensure
the sharpness and clarity of human subjects in the picture, regardless
of background. After the shot is captured the new automatic red-eye
removal feature instantly checks each detected face for red-eye and if
it’s found, corrects it in the camera automatically, saving the
time-consuming process of fixing it in your PC after the image is
downloaded.
A new Instant Zoom function captures moving subjects at high zoom
settings. After zooming on a subject, a single button gives an
additional 1.4x or 2x digital zoom at the centre focus region of the
frame. Zoom Bracketing performs a similar action using Fujifilm’s Face
Detection Technology to lock its zoom action on a subject’s face
automatically as it enters the shot.
The FinePix S8100fd features Fujifilm’s Dual Image Stabilisation
combining mechanical sensor shift stabilisation with Fujifilm’s Picture
Stabilisation Technology, which uses fast shutter speeds and ISO levels
of up to ISO 6400 (at 5 Megapixels) for total anti-blur protection. As
a result the FinePix S8100fd produces sharp, blur-free photographs even
in low light conditions.
A Continuous Shooting Mode makes it easy to shoot moving subjects such
as pets, kids and sports. This new feature allows high-speed shooting
of up to 33 frames at 13.5 frames per second (at 3 megapixels; 6.8
frames per second at 5 megapixels). With high-speed playback at 10
frames per second you can be sure you’ve captured all of the action.
Other features found on the FinePix S8100fd include:
i-Flash: i-Flash Intelligent Flash detects subtle lighting differences
within a scene and then varies the flash intensity accordingly. It also
uses the high sensitivity of the FinePix S8100fdto enable the camera to
use less flash, resulting in an image that displays natural tones
without a washed-out effect. With an automatic pop-up flash, it’s
always ready when you need it
Full manual photographic control: Photo enthusiasts and advanced
photographers have total control with manual adjustment options for
various camera settings including resolution, ISO, aperture, shutter
speed, and more
Scene modes: A wide range of 13 pre-programmed scene modes provides top-quality photos in a variety of shooting conditions
Super Macro Mode: Full-frame close-ups are easy with this new feature
that lets the photographer to get as close as 1cm (0.4 inch)
Dual Shot Mode: In this mode, the FinePix S8100fd quickly shoots two
images in succession – one with and one without flash – saving both.
This convenient function lets the user perform an on-the-spot
comparison and decide whether the FinePix S8100fd produced the most
pleasing photo with flash, or without
Movie Mode: VGA quality 30 frames per second with sound
High resolution LCD: The 2.5” Wide View LCD display offers 230 pixels
of high resolution with a 60 frames per second refresh rate for smooth
viewing
Electronic viewfinder (EVF): In addition to framing your shots with the
2.5” high resolution LCD, the FinePix S8100fd also offers a high
resolution electronic viewfinder to eye up the best shot with an
astonishing 60 fps refresh rate for smooth viewing
xD/SD/SD-HC compatible slot: A single media slot accepts not only
Fujifilm’s traditional xD-Picture cards but also Secure Digital (SD)
and SD-High Capacity (SD-HC) cards too
Operates on 4xAA batteries: The ultimate in convenience and
accessibility, using AA batteries means in a pinch, more batteries are
just moments away
"The FinePix S8000fd set the standard for ‘big zoom’ consumer
compacts,” said Adrian Clarke, Fujifilm's Director of Digital Products.
“The FinePix S8100fd builds on this successful formula, adding
genuinely useful new features and offering an affordable and uniquely
versatile alternative to the bulk and expense of a digital SLR system.”
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