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Fujifilm are promoting the Fujifilm FinePix E900 as 'the power-packed compact' digital camera which at least on the surface seems to be the case.
The E900 packs a 9 megapixel sensor (CCD), 4x Optical Zoom lens and 2 inch LCD display. It has a start up time of 1.3 seconds and an ISO sensitivity range of 80-800.
It will hit stores in October 2005 and should retail at $499.95 (USD).
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Highly specified compact armed with nine megapixels, high sensitivity and super-fast response times in a pocket-friendly body
Fujifilm today announces the launch of the FinePix E900, the latest addition to its highly specified series range of digital cameras. This new generation compact is the first of its kind to deliver 9.0 million pixels, and offers a 4x optical zoom and a sensitivity range of ISO 80 to ISO 800, ensuring this feature laden model is always ready for action ˆ whatever the photographic conditions.
Underneath its solid matt black exterior lies a powerful 5th Generation Super CCD HR sensor delivering ultra-high resolution and a massive nine megapixel image size. Furthermore, the FinePix E900 is a camera that enables huge photo enlargements that can be printed without loss of image quality or detail.
Fujifilm's Real Photo Technology enhances the photographic experience further by capturing pin-sharp images with low noise, even at high sensitivity settings. What's more, the FinePix E900's broad sensitivity range means that it can handle most lighting conditions.
Its high-speed start-up time of 1.3 seconds, near instantaneous shutter response and high sensitivity capabilities help minimise camera shake and image blur ˆ making this versatile compact, the perfect picture-taking companion for spontaneous moments.
In addition, Fujifilm has incorporated a post-shooting Highlight Warning feature as part of the histogram display, which provides the photographer with an opportunity to view affected areas of an image, or spot exposure issues before committing to the final shot - saving time, effort and disappointment at a later stage.
The FinePix E900 is a durable compact that has been designed with comfort, ease of use and image satisfaction in mind. Available in black with metallic silver trim, it features a solid grip, making it easier to hold and operate when on the move.
For budding movie pros keen to have the flexibility to capture still and moving images, the FinePix E900 also includes a TV-quality video function with zoom feature, capable of capturing 30 frames per second. Furthermore, the large two-inch LCD screen makes it easy to view movies and share the action, without the need to rely on a TV screen.
The FinePix E900 will be available in the German market from October 2005.
FinePix E900 features at a glance• :
• 5th Generation Super CCD HR sensor delivering 9.0 million pixels
• Sensitivity range of ISO 80-800 for varying lighting conditions
• 4x optical zoom (32 - 128mm equivalent on a 35mm camera)
• Real Photo Technology‚ for exceptional picture quality with minimal noise
• New pre-shooting live histogram and post-shooting Highlight Warning to monitor exposure issues before taking the shot
• TV-quality VGA movie recording function of 30 frames per second
• Range of modes including Auto, P, S, A, M, Portrait, Night, Sports, Natural Light and Movie
• Two-inch LCD screen to frame and view images easily
• High-speed start-up time of 1.3 seconds and near-instantaneous shutter response
• RAW format to shoot with uncompressed and unprocessed image quality
• Includes Ni-MH rechargeable batteries and charger
• PictBridge˙ compatible for direct printing without a PC
Photoxels reviews the Fujifilm FinePix E900 and writes - 'The Fujifilm FinePix E900 is a digital camera targeted to Serious Amateur photographers. It has 9.0 effective megapixels resolution on a 1/1.6 in. 5th Gen. SuperCCD HR image sensor. The Fujinon lens is a 32-128 mm (35mm format equivalent) F2.8(W)-F5.6(T), 4x optical zoom. We find the overall image quality of the Fujifilm E900 to be very good to excellent, though not quite approaching the exceptional low noise capability of the Fujifilm F10. Even then, many will find both ISO 400 and ISO 800 an added bonus when printing 4x6 in. photos or for displaying for the web.'
Steves Digicams reviews the Fujifilm FinePix E900 and writes - 'Downloading images and movies to the host computer is fast and easy thanks to its high-speed USB 2.0 connectivity. You can also use the USB port for direct printing with any PictBridge compatible photo printer, no computer is necessary. Storage is via xD-Picture Card media which is available up to 1GB in capacity. Power is supplied by standard AA type batteries, "off the shelf" alkaline batteries can be used but high- capacity NiMH rechargeable cells are recommended for the best performance.'
DCRP reviews the Fuji FinePix E900 and writes - 'Photo quality was very good for the most part. The E900 takes well-exposed, colorful images with good sharpness and reasonable purple fringing levels. My main complaint is regarding the watercolor-like look to fine details in photos, like grass, shrubs, and trees. The E900 does offer better-than-average high ISO performance. Though it's not up to D-SLR standards, it is noticeably better than what most compact cameras offer.'
Megapixel reviews the Fujifilm Finepix E900 and writes - 'Attractively finished, and equipped with an impressive 9-megapixel resolution, a 4X optical zoom and a well-rounded array of shooting modes, the FinePix E900 is designed to find a place near the top of anyone's list of potential candidates. Moreover, as do a number of other current Fujifilm cameras, the E900 provides a RAW mode in addition to its JPEG image format, making it possible to get the best image quality possible from its Super CCD sensor.'
Digital Camera Review has reviewed the Fujifilm Finepix E900 Digital Camera where they write - 'In my opinion, the E900's most serious competition is Canon's superb A620. The A620 is in virtually every area of consideration other than native resolution (the difference between 7 and 9 megapixels is much less obvious than the difference between 4 and 5 megapixels), a better imaging tool than the E900. So, unless you need the few extra millimeters of wide-angle coverage or plan to enlarge lots of your images to poster size, my recommendation is to buy the A620. You'll end up with a better camera and save yourself some money.'
Imaging Resource reviews the Fuji FinePix E900 Digital Camera and writes - 'The 9.0 megapixel Fujifilm FinePix E900 is an impressive follow on to last year's 6.3 megapixel FinePix E550, which was good enough to earn a Dave's Pick. Its color is very good (if somewhat subdued), resolution excellent, and noise levels at even high ISOs are tamed very well. The FinePix E900 isn't the fastest in terms of AF speed, but it's right there in the respectable department. If you prefocus, it's a great family camera, with its f/2.8 lens handling wide angle indoor scenes very well. Its lens comes out quickly, AF points are picked quickly, and it switches between modes and menus with snap. The Fujifilm FinePix E900 is pretty good with battery power, with a worst-case run time of just over two hours with the provided rechargeable NiMH batteries. From a usability standpoint, the FinePix E900 spans a range from rank beginner (in full Auto mode) to sophisticated photographer (in full manual exposure mode). This makes it a great choice for dual- or multiple-user households, and also a good choice for someone looking for a camera that's easy to use to get started but that has additional features to offer as you become more experienced. I was impressed with the camera's performance in many dimensions, but most impressed with the print quality.'
Cameras.co.uk review the Fuji Finepix E900 and write - 'Although nothing really reaches out and grabs me to lift the Finepix E900 out for the ordinary it still managed to produce a set of good quality photos.... If you are looking for a digital camera with advanced features then the Fuji Finepix E900 is worth considering. A high resolution of nine megapixels is likely to be attractive to anyone who is looking to produce large prints. Despite its range of features this camera manages to retain a compact shape and size.'
PCWorld has posted a review of the Fujifilm FinePix E900 and writes - 'The images that this combination produces are very attractive. In our tests we saw vivid yet accurate colors and very accurate exposures under a variety of lighting situations; the camera coped with daylight and studio setups equally well. Most impressive, among our current testing group the E900 earned the highest score for image sharpness by a significant margin. There was also little evidence of noise at lower ISO settings, although some noise appeared when the ISO was bumped to the maximum of 800. (Other Fujifilm cameras have offered an ISO setting of 1600, but not this one.) '
Rangefinder Magazine reviews the Fujifilm FinePix E900 and writes - ''I�ve recently been trying the Fujifilm FinePix E900, a point-and-shoot camera with a sensor containing no less than 9 megapixels. In many ways this could be considered overkill for a consumer camera, but it does indicate the amazing quality that is obtainable from a camera with a sensor that is only 1/17 the physical size of a full-frame 35mm sensor. Put in perspective, it would result in a 154-megapixel sensor if the same size pixels were used in the Canon EOS-5D or 1Ds Mark II.'
PhotographyBLOG reviews the Fujifilm Finepix E900 and writes - 'E900 hasn't really set the world on fire, despite offering one of the highest megapixel counts around. It's not been at the top of the PhotographyBLOG review list, but having tested the camera, I'm beginning to regret not taking a look earlier. The FujiFilm Finepix E900 is simply one of the best compact digital cameras that I have reviewed. It offers excellent image quality with a useable ISO range of 80-400 and few chromatic aberrations, fast operation in most areas of performance, and a full range of creative shooting modes. The 32-128mm lens is a little wider than most compact cameras and the overall design is intuitive to pick-up and use.'
Posted by Darren in our Fuji category on July 28, 2005