Fuji FinePix F60fd
Digital Camera Review
Oct 28, 2008
- By Steve Morgenstern
1.9
For a $299 camera, the Fujifilm FinePix F60fd has some intriguing features, including a 12-megapixel sensor, 3-inch LCD, a nicely constructed metal body and aperture- and shutter-priority shooting modes for enhanced exposure control. Lab testing turned up some significant problems, though, including higher-than-expected image noise and positively pokey performance on most speed tests. To see how advanced camera capabilities and real-world performance balance out, read the complete review.
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For a $299 camera, the Fujifilm FinePix F60fd has some intriguing features, including a 12-megapixel sensor, 3-inch LCD, a nicely built metal body and aperture- and shutter-priority modes for enhanced control while shooting. We also like the fast and accurate face detection system, which does a better job of identifying people in profile than most, and the Natural Light with Flash mode that automatically shoots two photos in sequence, one with and one without flash. This trademark Fujifilm feature proves very useful in real-world photographic situations, when you'd rather not have to use the flash but don't want to risk losing the shot either. Lab testing turned up some significant problems, though, including higher than expected image noise and positively pokey performance on most speed tests.
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The Good
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The Bad
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Tour
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Handsome design with solid construction
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Tiny controls, plastic tripod socket
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Testing/Performance
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Topnotch image resolution, decent low light and color results
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Image noise problematic, shooting speed slow
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Components
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Bright 3-inch LCD, fast lens
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No optical viewfinder
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Design/Layout
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Sophisticated look, clever on-screen display of mode dial options
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Confusing menu system, tiny controls
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Modes
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Aperture- and shutter-priority exposure, extensive image preset selection
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Misnamed "manual" mode, burst mode overly complex and slow for full-res
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Control Options
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Custom white balance, bright auto focus assist lamp
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No manual focus, limited shutter speeds |
Image Parameters
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Wide range of size options
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Limited picture effects |
Connectivity/Extras
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Unusual Natural Light with Flash mode prvoes useful
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Proprietary cables, limited battery life
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Value
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High-resolution camera at sub-$300 price
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Limited manual control for the money
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