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Press release
FUJIFILM'S A-SERIES DIGITAL CAMERAS NOW FEATURE SUPER CCD
CES 2006, Las Vegas, January 4, 2006 - Fujifilm's Super CCD imaging technology, once found solely in professional and advanced amateur digital cameras, is now available to every digital photographer. Today, Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the FinePix A400 and FinePix A500 models, the first of Fujifilm's new breed of entry-level digital cameras with Super CCD technology.
Fujifilm's decision to include the award winning* Super CCD sensor in its latest A-Series cameras is a boon to photographers who want the best image quality without the complexity of a more elaborate digital camera. Seven years ago Fujifilm set itself apart from other manufacturers by introducing its own image sensor, the Super CCD. Using the human eye as a model and mimicking the way it functions, Super CCD enhances vertical and horizontal resolution, improves color reproduction, widens dynamic range and increases signal-to-noise ratios and light sensitivities. All of these factors play important roles in the production of higher-quality digital pictures.
The A-Series cameras are ideal for the first-time digital camera buyer or any photographer who craves simplicity without sacrificing image quality. In addition to the Super CCD sensor, Fujifilm's latest A-Series digital cameras offer the following desirable features:
Four-MegaPixel (FinePix A400) and five-MegaPixel (FinePix A500) Super CCD HR performance. Users of either camera can enlarge pictures to an 8x10-inch print size without a problem and enjoy the zooming and cropping benefits that these new mid-range resolution cameras provide.
3x Fujinon Zoom Lens. Fujinon, a Fujifilm sister company, is a world leader in lens technology. Broadcasters, astronomers, scientists and the military all use Fujinon optics. Both FinePix A-Series cameras have sharp, 3x optical zoom lenses manufactured by Fujinon.
Internal memory. This is a great safety net for FinePix A400 and FinePix A500 users. They can fill up their xD Picture card and have the security of knowing some extra space is tucked away for those unexpected picture moments.
LCD with anti-glare properties. Fujifilm is a world leader in anti-glare monitor coatings and this technology can be found in millions of LCD, plasma and other displays around the world. The coating reduces glare on the 1.8-inch LCD of the FinePix A400 and FinePix A500 for easier viewing in direct light.
Four scene modes: portrait, landscape, sport and night. These scene modes are great aids in getting the best picture quality in challenging photo situations.
AA Batteries. Two AA batteries power the FinePix A400 and FinePix A500. This is yet another convenience for the user since AA batteries are readily available.
Price - FinePix A400: $149; FinePix A500: $179. These prices are representative of the tremendous value of these two cameras, which includes technologies once found only in more advanced cameras. Both products are expected to be available February 2006.
For more information on Fujifilm products, consumers can call 800-800-FUJI or access the Fujifilm USA Web site at www.fujifilm.com. Consumers also can receive news and information direct from Fujifilm USA via RSS. Subscription is free at www.fujifilm.com/rss.
FinePix A400 Specifications*
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CCD Sensor |
1/2.5-inch Super CCD HR |
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Number of Effective Pixels |
4.1MP |
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Number of Recorded Pixels |
Still image: 2304 X 1728(4M) / 2304 X 1536 (3:2) /1600 X 1200 (2M) /1280 X 960 (1M) 640 X 480 (0.3M)
Movie Recording: 320 x 240 pixels (10 frames/sec. up to 60 sec.), 160 x 120 pixels (10 frames/sec. up to 240 sec.) |
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Image Processing Type |
New DSP |
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File Formats |
Still image: DCF-compliant (Compressed Exif Ver. 2.2 JPEG), *Design rule for Camera File system compliant / DPOF-compatible
Movie: AVI (Motion JPEG) |
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Internal Memory - Total Useable |
16MB/ 12MB approximately |
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Recording capacity with Internal Memory (xD-Picture Card not included)
Internal Memory (12MB) |
Still image: |
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4MP (F) |
5 |
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4MP (N) |
11 |
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3:2 |
13 |
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2MP |
19 |
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0.3MP |
93 |
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Movie:
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320x240 |
71 sec |
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160x120 |
220 sec |
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Lens |
Fujinon 3.0x optical zoom lens |
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Lens Focal Length (Rated) / (35mm Equiv.) |
f=6.4mm - 19.2mm, Equivalent to 38-114mm on a 35mm camera |
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Aperture Range |
F3.3 F8.5, -2EV to +2EV in 1/3 EV increments |
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Optical zoom |
3.0x |
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Digital zoom |
3.6x |
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Focus - Auto/Manual/Macro |
Auto/Macro |
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Focusing Range |
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Normal |
Approx. 2.0 ft. to infinity |
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Macro - Closeup |
Approx. 3.9 in. to 2.6 ft. |
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Focusing Operation |
AF System: TTL contrast type
AF frame selection: AF (Center) |
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Viewfinder |
Real Image Optical, Approx. 75% coverage |
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Exposure Control |
Program AE |
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Light Metering (Photometery) |
TTL 64-zones metering |
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Color Control Modes |
Standard |
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Sensitivity |
Auto/ ISO Range equivalent to 100/200/400 |
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Shutter Release Control |
Press half way to set focus, all the way to release the shutter. |
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Shutter Speed |
2 sec. to 1/1500 sec. (exposure mode dependent) |
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White Balance |
Automatic, Preset (Fine, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light) |
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Flash Mode |
Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Red-eye Reduction + Slow Synchro |
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Effective Range (ISO Auto) |
2.0 - 10.2 ft (Wide), 2.0 - 6.6 ft (Tele), 1.0 ft - 2.6 ft (Macro) |
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LCD Monitor |
1.8-inch, Aspect ratio 4:3, 77,000 pixels, low-temperature poly-silicon TFT, approx. 94% coverage |
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LCD Anti-Glare Coating |
Yes, Clear View Filter |
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Camera Terminals |
USB full speed, 3 volt power-input socket, Video-out (NTSC/PAL) |
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Printing Interface |
PictBridge, DPOF, and EXIF Print Compatible |
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Power Source |
Two AA type alkaline batteries (included), two AA NiMH batteries or Fujifilm AC-3VX AC adapter (optional) |
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Pictures/ Battery Charge (CIPA Standard) |
Alkaline: approx. 100 frames/ Ni-MH 2500mAh: approx. 350 frames |
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Camera Dimensions
(W x H x D) |
93.0mm W x 60.0mm H x 27.5mm D / 3.7" W x 2.4" H x 1.1" D |
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Weight |
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Camera Mass (not including accessories, batteries & xD Card) |
Approx. 4.4 oz. |
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Weight for Photography (including batteries and xD) |
Approx. 6.1 oz. |
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Start-Up Speed |
Approx. 2.8 sec. |
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Shutter Lag Time |
Approx. 1/10 sec. (with AF/AE locked) |
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Shooting Modes |
Auto, Preprogrammed Scene Position (SP), Macro, Movie |
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Preprogrammed Scene Modes (SP) |
Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Night |
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Image Management Modes |
Best framing, frame number memory |
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Frame to Frame Intervals |
Min. 0.3 frames/sec |
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Movie Recording |
Movie Recording: 320 x 240 pixels (10 frames/sec. up to 60 sec.), 160 x 120 pixels (10 frames/sec. up to 240 sec.) w/out sound. Zoom cannot be used during movie recording. |
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Video Out |
NTSC/PAL-type |
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Playback |
Trimming, Automatic Playback, Multi-Frame Playback |
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Memory Type |
xD-Picture Card |
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Other Features |
Self timer: approx 2/10 sec., World Time, 7 language menu interface, Discharge rechargeable batteries, Tripod socket |
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Optional Accessories |
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AC Power Adapter: AC-3VX
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xD- Picture Card (256MB to 1GB)
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PCMCIA PC Card Adapter DPC-AD
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Compact Flash(TM) Card Adapter DPC-CF
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Image Memory Card Reader DPC-R1
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Fujifilm Rechargeable Battery 2HR-3UF |
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What's in the Box |
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USB (mini-B) Cable
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Video Cable
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Hand Strap
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2 AA Alkaline Batteries
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CD-ROM - Fine Pix Viewer
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User Manual |
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System Requirements |
Factory installed USB port
IBM PC/AT compatible computer
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CPU Pentium, 200MHz or higher
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Windowsฎ 98, 98SE, 200Pro., Me, XP HE/Pro
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RAM of 256MB or more
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450MB of free hard disk space
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CD-ROM drive
Macintosh computer
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FinePix A500 Specifications*
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CCD Sensor |
1/2.5-inch Super CCD HR |
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Number of Effective Pixels |
5.1MP |
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Number of Recorded Pixels |
Still image: 2592 x 1944 (5M)/ 2592 x 1728 (3:2)/ 2048 x 1536 (3M)/ 1600 x 1200 (2M)/ 640 x 480 (0.3M)
Movie Recording: 320 x 240 pixels (10 frames/sec. up to 60 sec.), 160 x 120 pixels (10 frames/sec. up to 240 sec.) |
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Image Processing Type |
New DSP |
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File Formats |
Still image: DCF-compliant (Compressed Exif Ver. 2.2 JPEG), *Design rule for Camera File system compliant / DPOF-compatible
Movie: AVI (Motion JPEG) |
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Internal Memory - Total Useable |
16MB/ 12MB approximately |
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Recording capacity with Internal Memory (xD-Picture Card not included)
Internal Memory (12MB) |
Still image: |
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5MP (F) |
4 |
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5MP (N) |
9 |
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3:2 |
10 |
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2MP |
19 |
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0.3MP |
93 |
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Movie:
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320x240 |
71 sec |
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160x120 |
220 sec |
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Lens |
Fujinon 3.0x optical zoom lens |
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Lens Focal Length (Rated) / (35mm Equiv.) |
f=6.4mm - 19.2mm, Equivalent to 38-114mm on a 35mm camera |
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Aperture Range |
F3.3 F8.5, -2EV to +2EV in 1/3 EV increments |
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Optical zoom |
3.0x |
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Digital zoom |
5.2x |
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Focus - Auto/Manual/Macro |
Auto/Macro |
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Focusing Range |
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Normal |
Approx. 2.0 ft. to infinity |
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Macro - Closeup |
Approx. 3.9 in. to 2.6 ft. |
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Focusing Operation |
AF System: TTL contrast type
AF frame selection: AF (Center) |
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Viewfinder |
Real Image Optical, Approx. 75% coverage |
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Exposure Control |
Program AE |
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Light Metering (Photometery) |
TTL 64-zones metering |
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Color Control Modes |
Standard |
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Sensitivity |
Auto/ ISO Range equivalent to 100/200/400 |
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Shutter Release Control |
Press half way to set focus, all the way to release the shutter. |
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Shutter Speed |
2 sec. to 1/1500 sec. (exposure mode dependent) |
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White Balance |
Automatic, Preset (Fine, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light) |
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Flash Mode |
Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Red-eye Reduction + Slow Synchro |
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Effective Range (ISO Auto) |
2.0 - 10.2 ft (Wide), 2.0 - 6.6 ft (Tele), 1.0 ft - 2.6 ft (Macro) |
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LCD Monitor |
1.8-inch, Aspect ratio 4:3, 77,000 pixels, low-temperature poly-silicon TFT, approx. 94% coverage |
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LCD Anti-Glare Coating |
Yes, Clear View Filter |
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Camera Terminals |
USB full speed, 3 volt power-input socket, Video-out (NTSC/PAL) |
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Printing Interface |
PictBridge, DPOF, and EXIF Print Compatible |
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Power Source |
Two AA type alkaline batteries (included), two AA NiMH batteries or Fujifilm AC-3VX AC adapter (optional) |
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Pictures/ Battery Charge (CIPA Standard) |
Alkaline: approx. 100 frames/ Ni-MH 2500mAh: approx. 350 frames |
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Camera Dimensions
(W x H x D) |
93.0mm W x 60.0mm H x 27.5mm D / 3.7" W x 2.4" H x 1.1" D |
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Weight |
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Camera Mass (not including accessories, batteries & xD Card) |
Approx. 4.4 oz. |
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Weight for Photography (including batteries and xD) |
Approx. 6.1 oz. |
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Start-Up Speed |
Approx. 2.8 sec. |
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Shutter Lag Time |
Approx. 1/10 sec. (with AF/AE locked) |
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Shooting Modes |
Auto, Preprogrammed Scene Position (SP), Macro, Movie |
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Preprogrammed Scene Modes (SP) |
Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Night |
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Image Management Modes |
Best framing, frame number memory |
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Frame to Frame Intervals |
Min. 0.3 frames/sec |
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Movie Recording |
Movie Recording: 320 x 240 pixels (10 frames/sec. up to 60 sec.), 160 x 120 pixels (10 frames/sec. up to 240 sec.) w/out sound. Zoom cannot be used during movie recording. |
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Video Out |
NTSC/PAL-type |
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Playback |
Trimming, Automatic Playback, Multi-Frame Playback |
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Memory Type |
xD-Picture Card |
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Other Features |
Self timer: approx 2/10 sec., World Time, 7 language menu interface, Discharge rechargeable batteries, Tripod socket |
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Optional Accessories |
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AC Power Adapter: AC-3VX
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xD- Picture Card (256MB to 1GB)
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PCMCIA PC Card Adapter DPC-AD
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Compact Flash(TM) Card Adapter DPC-CF
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Image Memory Card Reader DPC-R1
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Fujifilm Rechargeable Battery 2HR-3UF |
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What's in the Box |
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USB (mini-B) Cable
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Video Cable
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Hand Strap
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2 AA Alkaline Batteries
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CD-ROM - Fine Pix Viewer
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User Manual |
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System Requirements |
Factory installed USB port
IBM PC/AT compatible computer
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CPU Pentium, 200MHz or higher
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Windowsฎ 98, 98SE, 200Pro., Me, XP HE/Pro
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RAM of 256MB or more
-
450MB of free hard disk space
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CD-ROM drive
Macintosh computer
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