Fujifilm FinePix S3100 Camera Review

There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Fujifilm FinePix S3100 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Fujifilm FinePix S3100 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Fujifilm FinePix S3100 manual and always important Fujifilm FinePix S3100 lens which makes the Fujifilm FinePix S3100 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Fujifilm FinePix S3100 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Fujifilm FinePix S3100 kit or bundle, is the Fujifilm FinePix S3100 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Fujifilm FinePix S3100 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.

Fujifilm FinePix S3100 Digital Camera Specifications

General Model Number S3100
Camera Format SLR-style
Currently Manufactured No
Retail Price $399.00
Street Price $221.77
Price Update Date 2006-04-22
Date Available 2004-08-31
Remote Control No
Tripod Mount Yes
Operating System Windows, MacOS
Weight 286 g
10.0 oz
Weight With Batteries? No
Size 99 x 76 x 69 mm
3.9 x 3.0 x 2.7 in
Image Capture Image Resolution 2272x1704, 1600x1200, 1280x960, 640x480
Movie Resolution 320x240, 160x120
Aspect Ratio 4:3
CCD Sensor (Megapixels) 4.23
CCD Size (inches) 1/2.7"
CCD Manufacturer Unknown CCD
Movie Audio No
Quality Levels 2
Lens Focal Length (35mm equivalent) 39 - 234 mm
Zoom Ratio 6.00x
Digital Zoom Yes
Digital Zoom Values 1.4, 1.7, 3.4x
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus Type Contrast detection
Auto Focus Min Illum 2.0000
Normal Focus Range 79 cm to Infinity
32.3 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range 10 - 79 cm
4.0 - 32.3 in
Min Macro Area 76 x 57 mm
3.0 x 2.2 in
Min Aperture f/8.7
Max Aperture f/2.8
Aperture Range Description F2.8 / F4.8 / F8.2 (Wide); F3 / F5.2 / F8.7 (Tele)
Lens Thread 55 mm
Lens Thread Type Included adapter ring
Display Optical Viewfinder Yes
Optical VF Type 0.33 inch 110,000 Pixel EVF
Optical VF Accuracy 88%
LCD Viewfinder Yes
LCD VF Accuracy 90%
LCD Size (inches) 1.5
LCD Resolution (pixels) 62000
Max Playback Zoom 14.00
Exposure ISO Settings 64, 100, 250
ISO Rating Max 250
Number of White Balance Settings 7
White Balance Settings Auto, Fine, Shade, Daylight / Warm White / Cool White Fluorescent, Incandescent
Manual White Balance No
Longest Shutter Time 2
Shortest Shutter Time 1/1500
Metering Modes 64-zone multi
Spot Metering No
Aperture Priority No
Shutter Priority No
Full Manual Exposure No
Self Timer 10 seconds
Flash Internal Flash Yes
No of Flash Modes 6
Flash Modes Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Red-eye Reduction + Slow Sync
Flash Range Default ISO (meters) 3.5
Flash Range Description 2.6ft – 11.5ft (W) / 2.6ft. – 11.5 ft (T)
Ext Flash No
Image Storage Usable Memory Types xD Picture Card
Other Memory Types None
Memory Included (MB) 16.0
Uncompressed Format None
CCD Raw Format No
Compressed Format JPEG (EXIF 2.2)
Movie File Format AVI (MotionJPEG)
Connectivity Video Out Yes
Video Mode Switchable Yes
External Connections USB 1.1
Other Connection DC In
Included Software FinePix Viewer; ImageMixer VCD 2 for FinePix
OS Compatibility Windows, MacOS
Performance Timing Startup Time 2.8 seconds
Shutdown Time 4.7 seconds
Play -> Record 2.4 seconds
Record -> Play (max res) 4.0 seconds
Shutter Lag, Prefocus 0.1 seconds
Cycle Time Max Res 2.2 seconds
Cycle Time Min Res 2.5 seconds
Buffer Frames, Max Res 1
Download speed, KB/second 814.0
Power Battery Form Factor 4 x AA
Usable Battery Types Alkaline disposable or NiMH rechargeable
Batteries Included 4 x AA alkaline disposable
Battery Charger Included No

When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Fujifilm FinePix S3100 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Fujifilm FinePix S3100 power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Fujifilm FinePix S3100 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Fujifilm FinePix S3100 even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk.

Fujifilm FinePix S3100 Power Grip

Before you purchase, check to see what Fujifilm FinePix S3100 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Fujifilm FinePix S3100 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Fujifilm FinePix S3100 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Fujifilm FinePix S3100, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Fujifilm FinePix S3100 camera or Fujifilm FinePix S3100 lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push.

All in all the Fujifilm FinePix S3100 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Fujifilm FinePix S3100 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Fujifilm FinePix S3100 powergrip digital camera.

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