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Introduction
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01.Testing / Sample Images
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02.Physical Tour
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03.Components
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04.Design / Layout
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05.Modes
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06.Control Options
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07.Image Parameters
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08.Connectivity / Extras
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09.Overall Impressions
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10.Conclusion
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11.Comments
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro UVIR Digital Camera Review
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Overall ImpressionsConnectivity
Software
The S3 UVIR ships with Fujifilm's HyperUtility, which is both a cataloger and a RAW converter. It doesn't have any features specific to S3 UVIR files, but it is a powerful converter. We have tested it on slow Macs in OS X and slow Windows machines, and on those, it's slower than Adobe RAW file converter.
Jacks, Ports, Plugs
The S3 UVIR has both USB and Firewire ports, accepts Nikon corded remote controls, has a PC sync terminal and a hot shoe compatible with Nikon-dedicated flashes. It also accepts an external power supply.
Direct Print Options
The S3 UVIR is both PictBridge and DPOF compatible. It can set the number of copies and whether or not to imprint the date.
Battery
The S3 UVIR takes four AA batteries. Fujifilm supplies four NiMH AA cells and a charger. The live preview takes plenty of power, so it would make sense to have extra sets of batteries on hand, and to expect the camera to crew through disposable batteries.
The Fujifilm S5 made the jump to Lithium-Ion battery technology, which packs more energy into a smaller volume and weight. If Fujifilm chooses to make a UVIR version of that camera instead of the S3, battery technology will be one of the significant advantages.
Memory
The S3 UVIR takes Compact Flash cards and xD memory cards. Compact Flash is the most common format for pro-level cameras. Fast, high-capacity Compact Flash memory is widely available and is relatively inexpensive compared to other memory formats. Fujifilm participated in creating the xD memory format. The cards are very small and also widely available.
Other Features
Sensor Clean Setting - The S3 UVIR features a sensor-cleaning setting, which allows manual removal of dust and dirt.
NiMH Battery Discharge - The S3 UVIR can discharge its NiMH batteries completely, a procedure which can recover their capacity, if they start to take less of a charge.
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