Fuji FinePix S9600 Digital Camera - Black (9.0MP, 10.7x Optical Zoom) 2.0" LCD
RRP: £423.53
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Binding : Electronics
EAN : 4260071475374
Label : FUJIFILM
Manufacturer : FUJIFILM
Publisher : FUJIFILM
Release date : 2006-10-04
Title : Fuji FinePix S9600 Digital Camera - Black (9.0MP, 10.7x Optical Zoom) 2.0" LCD
Studio : FUJIFILM
Brand : FujiFilm
Model : FinePix S9600
MPN : FinePix S9600
Package quantity : 1
Editorial reviews
Product DescriptionIt¡¯s never wise to alter a successful formula. So rather than reinvent the hugely successful S9500, the new S9600 sees the introduction instead of some carefully-chosen improvements. Improving LCD size, image sharpness and low light autofocus, the new camera acts as a definite upgrade to its predecessor.
Manufacturer's Description
Introducing the FinePix S9600 Zoom
It’s never wise to alter a successful formula. So rather than reinvent the hugely successful S9500, the new S9600 sees the introduction instead of some carefully-chosen improvements. Improving LCD size, image sharpness and low light autofocus, the new camera acts as a definite upgrade to its predecessor.
Nonetheless, you still have the impressive zoom lens; covering the crucial 28-300mm* range, and crafted from the highest standard Fujinon optics, this is a built-in lens that has been engineered to work perfectly with the camera’s sensor technology. And the sensor technology is just as advanced – a nine million effective pixel Super CCD and Real Photo Processor combination that not only delivers on detail, but also the major image quality milestones: colour, low noise, dynamic range and sensitivity.
10/10 FinePix S9600 Zoom IS TOP OF THE CLASS
Fujifilm's FinePix S9600 is the sort of camera you can take anywhere and get a great shot. Thanks to its huge 10.7x Fujinon optical zoom lens you'll capture all the action – whether you're shooting details close-up or vast landscapes. It's a hugely versatile camera, which has advantages over DSLRs for new and enthusiast users. It can shoot still photographs or movies, has a live preview screen for easy composition, and, because of Fujifilm's unique Super CCD and Real Photo Processor, image quality is spot on. Its robust, compact body means you can take it anywhere, and fixed lens housing means there's no need to worry about dust on the sensor. Here at Fujifilm we think it's one of our best cameras yet.
INTEGRATED DESIGN
The S9600 design allows you to do many things that you can't with a digital SLR. For instance, using the 2-inch LCD to compose your image, rather than having to lift the camera to cover your eye. Using the zoom to reach virtually any of the major focal lengths, rather than having to change lenses and possibly see harmful dust enter the camera, not to mention missing the shot. Also, the mirror-free design allows you to enjoy the added functionality of a movie mode, which is something that SLRs cannot offer.
SUPER CCD WITH REAL PHOTO TECHNOLOGY
This camera is about a lot more than just nine million pixels. Super CCD technology has long been associated with class-leading performance in top-end digital cameras. Unlike generic image sensors, this system is developed and manufactured entirely in-house, and is performance only available from Fujifilm. Compared to the S9500, the S9600 sees refinements in the area of image sharpness, delivering a bitingly-crisp rendition of reality. Furthermore, the impressive ISO range of 100-1600 means that you will get great, blur-free results in all light, not just daylight. Because of its incredible potential in low light conditions, the S9600's autofocus has been further improved, enabling it to find focus more quickly in dim conditions.
FUJINON 28-300mm* LENS
Unlike interchangeable lenses, this one's fixed to the camera for ever. And that is a good thing – not only will the interior of the camera be protected from dust and the elements, but you also have an incredible zoom range at your disposal. Fujinon optics have an enviable reputation within the photography industry for their clarity and quality, and the lens on the S9600 lives up to the name. The 13 elements include one hybrid aspherical element, one glass moulded aspherical element, as well as ED glass. Furthermore, photography enthusiasts will like the manual twist barrel zoom control, as well as the manual focusing ring, both giving pinpoint control.
*35mm equivalent
TILTING 2 INCH LCD MONITOR
One of the more visible improvements on the S9600 is the large 2-inch LCD monitor, mounted on a tiltable axis on the back of the camera. Possessing an extremely detailed display of 235,000 pixels, it enables you to check focus and get an immediate idea of image sharpness. Unlike an SLR, you will find yourself able to shoot above your head and from the floor, unlocking amazing shooting potential.
FAST RESPONSES
People that use the S9600 will not miss many shots. There is no agonising wait as a motor extends the lens (it is already in position), and the autofocus locks on to subjects with a speed that will make you think twice as to whether this really is not a DSLR. With its use of manual zoom ring, dials and buttons for important functions, the S9600 is designed for photographers who do not want their camera to get in the way of their photography.
MOVIE MODE
Anyone who doesn't think that much of movie modes on digital cameras has not tried this one. Not only does it offer the top-level 30 fps VGA benchmark, but you can also use the zoom lens during recording, which is a special enhancement of this feature. With the massive onboard media storage, the S9600 offers extended movie potential, and is a valuable backup to the camera's still image capability.
HYPER ULTILITY SOFTWARE HS-V2
As an added bonus, the S9600 comes packaged with a high-value piece of software aimed at getting the absolute maximum out of the camera's formidable imaging potential. The HS-V2 software processes RAW files from the camera, enabling the user to fine-tune sharpness settings, white balance and other image parameters without worrying about 'losing' information, which is what happens when jpegs are recorded and re-recorded again. When you select the RAW option, the camera gives you the original 18 million pixel file that is delivered to the processor, and the HS-V2 software enables you to get the most out of it.
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Customer reviews
review by: THE man in black date: 2008-08-19 rating:
Forget DSLR buy this instead
OK so the good news is this huge spec, very high quality awesome beastie of a camera is under £200, the bad news is its a little large!!! LOL.
I can't see any problems with this camera at all, auto mode takes very good shots, it has all the usual bells and whistles, Burst mode, bracketing, sepia etc etc. All of the usual gubbins you'd expect on a top line semi pro camera. Add into that the magnificent Fujinon lens with manual zoom (which is so very much better than a power zoom). Its fast too, quick start up times fast focus generally brilliant. In response to other comments, I use a card reader to get the photos off the camera. The noise that has been reported certainly doesn't affect my cmaera, even on the highest ISO settings the noise isn't over wheat I'd expect. I love this camera, the quality of build and output is spot on. While I am sure that you can get better cameras, with the outlay for the body and lens I reckon you would be looking at over £600 to better this baby. Excellent camera.
review by: date: 2008-08-06 rating:
Loving my new camera :)
I did a whole heap of research before buying this camera, as well as waiting for it to drop to the lowest price possible. I followed a lot of advice and when I finally bought it on June 5th I also bought
# Tiffen 58mm UV Protector Filter - to protect the lens
# Lowepro Rezo TLZ 20 Case For Digital SLR & Short Zoom.
# Sanyo Eneloop Charger Inc 4 AA Batteries.
Having already had Fujis I had a memory card already, so when it arrived, I assembled it all and headed out. I figured I'd start in Auto mode, just to see how it went...and it didn't go well. All the pictures seemed to be over-exposed - no matter what I did. I tried a few other things - Landscape setting seemed to work better, but changing the light measurement to spot etc didn't help. I even found a couple of reviews suggesting the over-exposure was a feature of Fujis. However I've never found this, so eventually I gave up, and contacted Amazon. I returned it and received an exchange.
On to camera number 2. Having already decided that I liked using the camera, found it nice to use, with a good feel to it in the hand, I was really nervous that this one wouldn't work either...but phew, no such problems this time. There must have been some problem with the light metering on the other one. This one takes lovely crisp photos. It's really nice to use, and I'm starting to get the hang of the more complicated stuff. It can be hard to get it to focus on small foreground items, and not the larger background sometimes, but that might be me. It's got a much better zoom that my previous camera, which is great. I also like the manual zoom as it feels more precise than power zoom and is much quieter. The black & white mode is kinda fun and I've also had some great results with the macro.
Since then I've also bought it a bigger memory card,a SANDISK EXTREME III CF 2GB CARD, and some more Eneloop batteries so that there's always a set in and a set charged and ready to use. The bag fits perfectly - with enough room for batteries, spare cards as well as your mobile phone and small bits and bobs. I'd definitely recommend this camera, and am going to get a couple of lessons so as to get the best out of it. I can't afford an SLR and to be honest, I'm not sure I'd know what to do with one even if I could. This is the best choice for me - much better than my previous cameras, giving me the ability to learn how to do a whole heap of thing. I know this might sound weird - but it feels like a proper grownup camera :)
review by: figgypud date: 2008-06-30 rating:
Too much noise.
At the time I purchased, the reviews I saw were over-complimentary, perhaps the earlier cameras took better pictures, the recent batch are nowhere near crisp enough to warrant such a huge cumbersome camera. Sent mine back to be checked and it was returned with advice about unsharp mask software enhancement. Poor show Fuji, I am seriously thinking about selling this and looking for a different model. Ironically, the reviews I saw said macro photography was not its strong point, well, of course that was the first thing I checked and to me it seems to be its strongest point, and as I was satisfied with that, trusted that the rest would be fine, when I did test and was disappointed, the free return period had ended.
This camera has some very nice features, but at the end of the day, you want crispness. The camera has a tendency to make dark pictures unless the setting is set to maximum white balance, and as well as noise, there are a lot of black speck pixels in non flash shots as if the picture was created just before absolute completion of the picture, perhaps that is how they achieved the fast results on the response times comparison charts. This camera is lacking in the fundamental area, for anyone with 20-20 vision.
review by: date: 2008-06-30 rating:
Amazing Fuji Product
I bought this camera from Amazon, about three weeks ago and currently making experiments with Auto and Manual settings of this camera. I was a big fan of Nikon before buying this camera. But I tried my friend's Fuji S5600 then Fuji A920 and found that in the price offered by Fuji, it is really amazing.
Best thing in S9600 is its contrast, super-macro zoom (amazing), fast-shooting mode (I tried for birds etc and works pefectly), intelligent flash, flexible lcd (really works while taking macro shot from different angle), manual focus, DSLR style and both XD + CF support. One thing Which i must mention is the battery timings of this camera. It is really briliant and you not need some properitry batteries, just buy Nimh rechargable and have fun. I took about 150 pics in daylight with Energizer Alakline provided with camera.
I dont know why Fuji has burried Raw Image mode in menus and why they dont provide rechargable batteries + charger with this camera. Little bit slow response while taking Raw Image, may be due to small memory buffer in camera.
I am using it with Sandisk Extreme III 2GB card which is enough for about 800+ 9MP Normal photos.
review by: date: 2008-05-28 rating:
S9600
I am a novice photographer and bought this camera after reading the reviews about it on this site. I am more than pleased with it. It takes much better photos than my compact digital camera and it is easy to use.
I followed the advice of one of the reviewers and also bought the following items:
* Lowepro Topload Zoom Mini Case For SLR & Short Zoom - Black (a perfect fit for the camera and an excellent quality bag)
* Canon F58UV UV 58mm Filter(as protection for the lense as it is fixed and not replaceable)
* Sanyo Eneloop AA 8 Pack Batteries 2000mAh
* SANDISK ULTRA II CF 4GB CARD
The only comment I would make is that the Sandisk card came from a seller in Guernsey and took about 10 days to arrive - this meant that I could not use the camera which had arrived promptly in two days.
This camera is excellent value for money and I would recommend it to anyone - especially those like myself who want to be able to take better quality photos at a reasonable price.
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