Fuji FinePix F40fd Digital Camera Review

Fuji FinePix F40fd

Digital Camera Review

May 29, 2007 - By Emily Raymond
2.1 The newest model in Fujifilm’s F-series includes all the bells and whistles from the older cameras and adds a few cool features too. The Fujifilm FinePix F40fd has face detection and high ISO sensitivity like its predecessors. It adds 8.3 megapixel resolution and accepts both xD-Picture and SD memory cards. The F40fd was announced in January 2007 and now sells for $299.
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Fujifilm FinePix F40fd

Likes
- Face detection
- IrSimple concept is cool
- Fair $299 price tag
- 300-shot rechargeable battery
- xD and SD compatibility
- Sharp lens
- Low noise
Dislikes
- Ugly primitive menus
- Short 3x lens
- Poor color performance
- Limited dynamic range
- Poor handling
- Slow, short burst mode
- IrSimple wireless impractical

Conclusion
The 8.3-megapixel Fujifilm FinePix F40fd has more resolution than its F-series siblings and proved through performance tests that its new 1/1.6-inch image sensor is worthy of the hype; it kept noise to a minimum and resolution to a maximum. Pictures were sharply focused and properly exposed with the help of the face detection auto focus system and the vast ISO range. Great-looking pictures are priceless, but the vehicle to get those pictures only retails for $299. The F40fd doesn’t have manual control or even a decent burst mode, but it will suffice for consumers who want an automatic point-and-shoot to snap great pictures.

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