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Fujifilm FinePix F60fd Digital Camera Review

by Steve Morgenstern
Published on October 28, 2008

Navigation
Intro	Physical Tour
Color and Resolution	Noise and Video
Speed and Timing	Components
Design / Layout	Modes
Control Options	Image Parameters
Connectivity / Extras	Overall Impressions
Conclusion	Sample Photos
Specs / Ratings

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.

Section	The Good	The Bad
Tour	Handsome design with solid construction	Tiny controls, plastic tripod socket
Testing/Performance	Topnotch image resolution, decent low light and color results	Image noise problematic, shooting speed slow
Components	Bright 3-inch LCD, fast lens	No optical viewfinder
Design/Layout	Sophisticated look, clever on-screen display of mode dial options	Confusing menu system, tiny controls
Modes	Aperture- and shutter-priority exposure, extensive image preset selection	Misnamed "manual" mode, burst mode overly complex and slow for full-res
Control Options	Custom white balance, bright auto focus assist lamp	No manual focus, limited shutter speeds
Image Parameters	Wide range of size options	Limited picture effects
Connectivity/Extras	Unusual Natural Light with Flash mode prvoes useful	Proprietary cables, limited battery life
Value	High-resolution camera at sub-$300 price	Limited manual control for the money

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