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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Conclusion
There are several points in the Fujfilm FinePix F60fd's favor, notably good image sharpness at 12 megapixels, a wide selection of preset shooting modes, the Natural plus Flash capability that automatically combines a photo with flash with an available light shot, and a nice 3-inch display at a reasonable $299 price. There are too many shortcomings to wholeheartedly recommend the camera, though. Image noise and white balance performance are issues critical shooters will notice, but the camera's pokey response will be obvious to anyone, particularly if you're trying to take a sequence of shots in rapid succession. The interface, which combines two separate menu systems in sometimes unpredictable ways, is another stumbling block. And while we're glad to get some manual exposure controls in an inexpensive camera, they're not extensive enough to lure sophisticated shooters to forsake their Nikons or Canons.
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Likes
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- Handsome design
- Good resolution scores
- Innovative Natural and Flash mode
- Fast, effective face detection
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Dislikes
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- Problems with image noise, timing tests
- Confusing menu system
- Slightly bulky
- Mediocre video performance
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