FujiFilm FinePix S6500fd Prosumer camera November 2006
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Specifications
Number of effective pixels
6.3 million pixels
CCD sensor
1/ 1.7-inch Super CCD HR
Number of recorded pixels
Still image : 2,848x2,136 / 3,024 x 2,016(3:2 format) / 2,048 X 1,536 / 1,600x1,200 / 640 X 480 pixels
Movie : 640 x 480 pixels ( 30 frames/sec.), 320 x 240 pixels ( 30frames/sec.)
Still image : JPEG (Exif Ver 2.2 )
CCD-RAW
(Design rule for Camera File system compliant / DPOF-compatible)
Movie : AVI (Motion JPEG )
Lens
Fujinon 10.7 X zoom lens , F 2.8 - 4.9
Lens focal length
f=6.2-66.7mm Equivalent to 28 - 300 mm on a 35 mm camera
Focus
Mode : Single-AF , Continuous AF, Manual Focus, One-touch AF(when using Manual focus)
AF system : TTL contrast-type , AF-assist illuminator
AF frame selection : AF(CENTER), AF(MULTI), AF(AREA)
Focus distance
Normal : approx. 40 cm / 1.6 ft. to infinity(W) approx. 2 m / 6.6 ft. to infinity(T)
Macro : approx. 10 cm /4.0 in. to 3.0m / 9.8 ft.(W) approx. 90 cm /3.0 ft. to 3.0m / 9.8 ft.(T)
Shutter speed
30 sec. to 1 / 4000 sec.
Aperture
F 2.8 F11Up to 13 steps in 1/3 EV increments Manual /Auto selectable
Sensitivity
AUTO / Equivalent to ISO 100/200/400/800/1600/3200
Exposure control
256-zone TTL metering Multi, Spot, Average
Exposure modes
Programmed AE(When using P mode : Program shift is enable), Shutter-priority AE,
Aperture-priority AE, Manual exposure
Auto
Effective range (ISO 1600): Wide angle: Approx.0.6 m - 8.3 m / 2.0 ft.- 27.2 ft.
Telephoto: Approx.2.0m - 4.6m / 6.6 ft - 15.1 ft.
Flash mode : Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro.
Red-eye Reduction + Slow Synchro.
Self-timer
Approx.10sec./ 2 sec. delay
Video output
NTSC / PAL selectable
Digital Interface
USB 2.0 High-Speed
Power source
4 AA type alkaline batteries (included)/4 AA type Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (optional) or AC power adapter AC-5VX(optional)
Dimensions
130.9 (W) X 97.5 (H) X 128.0 (D) mm / 5.2 (W) X 3.8 (H) X 5.0 (D) in.
Weight
Approx.600 g / 21.2 oz.(excluding batteries and xD-Picture Card )
Digital zoom
Approx 2x
Shooting modes
Normal : Auto, Picture Stabilization, Scene Position ,Macro, Movie, Continuous,
SP: Natural Light, Natural & Flash, Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Night, Fireworks, Sunset, Snow, Beach, Museum, Party, Flower, Close-up, Text
Continuous :
1.Top-3 ( max.2.2 frames/sec., up to 3 frames)
2.Final-3 ( max.2.2 frames/sec., up to 3 frames)
3.Long-period (max.0.7frame/sec. Up to memory card size)
Colour modes
B&W / CHROME / STANDARD
Movie recording
640 x 480 pixels, 30 frames/sec.
320 x 240 pixels, 30 frames/sec.
With monaural sound, AVI format (Motion JPEG)
Voice Memo
Up to 30 sec. WAV format
Playback functions
Single frame, 9 Multi-frame, Sorting by date, Image rotate, Post shot Assist window (3 frames), Voice Memo, Trimming, Automatic playback
Worldwide Travel Charger (including 4x AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries)
Wide Conversion Lens WL-FXS6
DPC-AD PC Card Adatptor (xD Picture Card and Smart Media)
DPC-CF CompactFlash Adaptor for xD-Picture Card
DCR2-161 16 in 1 USB 2.0 multi-format Digital Card Reader and 3 portUSB 2.0 Hub
DCR2-xD USB 2.0 Memory Card Reader for xD-Picture Cards
AC-5V Car Adaptor
Press release
Fujifilm today announces the launch of the FinePix S6500fd digital camera, debuting industry-first hardware based Face Detection technology to enable the camera to recognise faces and optimise settings to get the best photograph in just 0.04 seconds. With Fujifilm's acclaimed sixth generation, six megapixel Super CCD sensor and Real Photo Technology II, class-leading ISO 100-3200 sensitivity and Fujinon 10.7x (28-300mm equivalent) optical zoom lens, the FinePix S6500fd combines the photographic possibilities of a digital SLR with the ease of use of a compact.
Fujifilm expects the FinePix S6500fd to be a popular camera for hobbyist photographers. It will be a powerful, fun tool for people looking to move on from their compact digital camera, but who don't want the restrictions or level of manual input that can be required by a Digital SLR.
Face detection
Photographs of friends and family are among the most popular in day-to-day photography. Yet these are the shots that are hardest to get right because the best photographs are not the posed ones, but those that are unexpected. Previously, face detection concepts have been a slow, software based process, relegating them to a novelty feature rather than a powerful picture-taking tool. The potential delay in 'seeing' a face and optimising settings is not conducive to good people photography. Crucially, Fujifilm has built its Face Detection technology into the FinePix S6500fd's processor, enabling it to identify faces and take a photo within 0.04 seconds.
The FinePix S6500fd's Face Detection uses an algorithm, which recognises eyes and a mouth to lock on to faces in the frame. Coping with up to ten faces in a frame, it optimises settings such as focus and exposure level before taking the photo. Face Detection can identify a face irrespective of its position in the frame or the composition of the shot, and is not confused by spectacles. Furthermore, movement tracking ensures the camera stays locked on the subject until they move out of the frame. All this, combined with split-second accuracy, results in picture-perfect people shots with no need for user intervention.
High sensitivity for precision photography
Alongside Face Detection, the FinePix S6500 features Fujifilm's Real Photo Processor II technology, delivering class-leading ISO 100-3200 sensitivity. Research shows that the majority of photos are taken in low light with the subject in the foreground. These shots can be problematic because of blur, or because the subject is over-exposed by an automatic flash. The high ISO of the FinePix S6500fd means that sharp, focused images can be achieved in low light without the need for a flash, so skin tones look natural and foreground and background exposure remain balanced. When used in conjunction with Face Detection, the result is natural-looking people pictures that appear just as the human eye sees them, even when shot in low light.
The FinePix S6500fd features a Fujinon 10.7x optical zoom lens with twist barrel control to give plenty of scope for precision composition. Because the camera's high ISO sensitivity also combats image blur, the user can even achieve sharp, clean images at the telephoto end of the zoom; perfect for fast-moving sports photography. Its fixed lens also prevents dust collecting on its sensor, another convenience factor versus DSLRs.
For flash photography, the camera features Fujifilm's Intelligent Flash system, which automatically balances flash power output and exposure for both foreground and background. This ensures more natural-looking skin tones and clearer background exposure when using the flash function. In addition, a 'Natural Light & Flash' Dual Shot Mode takes two shots in quick succession, one with flash and one without. These are then displayed side by side for immediate comparison.
The FinePix S6500fd also features a High Speed Shooting Mode with rapid focus and a shutter lag of just 0.035 seconds.
The 2.5" LCD screen and high resolution electronic viewfinder give the user a choice of how to compose and view images. With fourteen special-scene modes, including Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Night, Fireworks, Sunset, Snow, Beach, Museum and Party, the FinePix S6500fd ensures users will never miss an opportunity for a great photo. A 30 fps VGA movie mode with sound and manual zoom capability provides an attractive alternative to still photography that can not be incorporated into a digital SLR.
Adrian Clarke, Fujifilm's Director of Photo Products said, "The FinePix S6500fd is aimed at people for whom photography is a hobby. They want to be able to get fantastic images but also want the option of point-and-shoot simplicity on demand. With Face Detection and incredibly high sensitivity, this camera does a particularly good job of photographing the most important subject of them all: people. This model is all about combining absolute convenience with fantastic image potential."
Accessories
The FinePix S6500fd's optional Wide Conversion Lens, WL-FXS6, expands the camera's wide-angle capability without compromising image quality. It allows the extreme angles of view normally only available with changeable lenses on an SLR camera.
Also available is an optional premium leather case. Fujifilm World Travel Adaptor, for charging abroad, and spare Lithium-ion battery, NP-70 make travelling with the FinePix S6500 easy.
The camera comes with shoulder strap, USB and A/V cables, Lens cap and hood and software CDs FinePix Viewer (with RAW File Converter included), ImageMixer VCD2 LE for FinePix and RAW File Converter LE.
FinePix S6500fd features at a glance:
Hardware based Face Detection technology
Sensitivity range of ISO 100-3200 for low-noise photography in all light situations
Super CCD HR VI sensor delivering six million effective pixels
Real Photo Processor II reduces noise and delivers enhanced colour reproduction
Fixed 10.7x (28-300mm equivalent) optical zoom lens with twist barrel control
Intelligent Flash achieves the optimum combination of high sensitivity and natural skin tones
Manual, shutter- and aperture-priority and program exposure modes
Single, continuous and manual focus modes
Jpeg and RAW file formats
High Speed Shooting Mode with a shutter lag of just 0.035 seconds
High resolution 2.5 inch LCD screen with reinforced, scratch-resistant glass
TV-quality VGA movie recording of 30 frames per second with sound
PictBridge™ compatible for direct printing without a PC
