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| Date Reviewed: Sep 19, 2004 |
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Strengths: Quality for price, features and abilities, easy to use as point/shoot or use for trick and experimental photos.
Weaknesses: None so far or through all my research - - 6 months of research.
Summary: Prior to the S7000 I’ve been a Nikon N65 35mm SLR user; a complicated traditional film package, but produced great results if you had the set-up time for the shot and money for developing. The S7000 with a good sized card is BETTER than my Nikon.
I was skeptical about the semi-pro digitals, thus I did extensive research and waited and waited and waited to see if user reviews came back positively and all saying about the same thing. I spent the better part of 6 months comparing and researching and I consistently found that Fuji S7000 rates highly among its owners, retailers, and professional photographers. I quizzed everyone I knew and every local camera store and read every review on the net and in magazines… I went to the camera stores and toyed with the camera several times… finally convinced, I made the jump and I am happy to say that I have been thoroughly impressed. I would highly recommend this camera to others.
The key items that put me over the top:
- 6.3MP w/ 6x opt zoom for under $500
- CompactFlash slot in addition to XD slot
- Ease of use
- Speediness of use
- Powered by AA batteries, not a proprietary battery
This camera is so fast and so easy, that despite having the ability to be a semi-pro camera, it can just as easily be a very nicely appointed point/shoot camera. My wife and I always hated that my Nikon, even in auto mode, was cumbersome as a point and shoot and we missed a lot of pics. Worse than this was that we’d get rolls back from processing (at least $4 a piece) and be disappointed with how many pics we’d have deleted or not taken had we known the final image – our motivation for going digital. Both of us love the 2” screen for point/shoot purposes, and I love all the shooting modes for my trick and experimental photography.
Love the CF cards, AA battery power source (we use rechargables to keep costs low), hot shoe, love the attachments, love the different modes and quality in each.
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| Date Reviewed: Nov 28, 2004 |
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Strengths: Aside from the cost, Professional images, feel and look. Versatility and available features. 6 mp quality. shutter speed and sound. Battery life and dual card mode
Weaknesses: Some colors need to be corrected, limited lens availability, flash is just bearable at distance. Mode wheel is too sensitive and does get changed sometimes while handling without realizing it.
Summary: I had a Nikon 995 and thought it was great. Left it in a cab in DC, forgetaboutit. Nikon was my first digital. The Fuji is far better in almost all ways, from Macro to landscapes and portraits to action I have not been disappointed. Someday I'll even get to use all the features...........maybe.
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| Date Reviewed: Sep 22, 2004 |
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Strengths: It does EVERYTHING. Pictures are clear. The software is great and easy to use. You can get attachments for different lenses and filters. Gives option to use both Xd and Flash memory cards.
Weaknesses: So many buttons, you HAVE to read the manual. Bulky attachments. Tiny memory card. HAVE to buy rechargable batteries.
Summary: After tons and tons of research my husband and I decided this was the digital camera of our dreams. I have taken a photography class or two so I didn't want to give up my manual controls. However, we are temporarily residing out of country and want to be able to send clear digital photos home to friends and family. This seemed to be one of the best digital cameras in the market in this price range. We anticipated this purchase for months. When we finally ordered it and it came in the mail, we weren't disappointed.
We were smart and ordered a package with it that included a 256mb Xd card. The 16mb Xd is a joke. We are very impressed, however, with the option to use both Xd and Flash memory cards. There are two memory card slots in the camera. So, if you fill up one card, the camera automatically switches to using the other. Very versitile.
Beware: the batteries that came with the camera only lasted for about 100 shots -- if that. We were VERY glad the battery charger came with our package as well. Now, I have to admit right off the bat that I was really overwhelmed with all the features of this camera. It does SO much. Unfortunately, it's necessary to camp out with the manual for a few hours before you can do any of the fancy stuff. Luckily my husband has that kind of patience (you will need it too). The automatic setting is great if you are outdoors with plenty of light and just want a decent shot. If you plan to use it in any type of low light setting, you will need a tripod. The great thing about a digital camera is you can take as many shots as you want, without feeling like you are losing money etc. The more we use this camera the more comfortable we are with it, and the better the shots turn out.
One thing to remember is that although you have the option of using the 6mp setting, it does take up a lot of memory. For day to day shots that I just want to email to family and friends, I have found myself actually reducing the size of the file as to not take up tons and tons of their memory space.
Another thing that we've noticed with this camera is that although you can buy attachments to add lenses and filters to, the way this camera is built gives no options but to have the attachements stick out 4 inches on the front. With no lens cap that fits on the filter front, you will find yourself having to remove it after each use to avoid scratches. It is quite the pain, and may hinder use of the attachements at all.
The software included for your computer is great! It's easy to use and has lots of options. You are even able to crop, improve image quality, and change file size without having to use any other programs. Nice!
The image quality is impeccable. Though I must admit I have yet to try to enlarge to a gigantic size and print it out, but for everyday use, I couldn't ask for more.
Overall we are very pleased with this camera. We are still learning how to use it's complex features, but that's much better than with some cameras where you know right off they don't do much. I highly recommend getting your hands on the Fugi Finepix S7000. It's great value for the money!
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| Date Reviewed: Sep 29, 2004 |
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Strengths: Clarity of photo, color reproduction, lots of customization, looks and feels like a standard SLR
Weaknesses: Only 6X zoom compared to 10X on the lower S models, lots of buttons to learn.
Summary: Extremely high Quality of Pictures, I have a 3.2megapixel Sony camera too. And there is an unimaginable difference between the two. The Fuji Fine Pix s7000's over all clarity is better and the color is much more accurate. Fast start up time, so you don't miss anything your trying to shoot. I like the fact I can set it to continuous mode and take up to 5 photos in just a few seconds. The manual mode is a little hard to get use to, but with some practice it's a valuable tool. Feels like a natural extention of your hands, the grip and size of the camera is very well designed.
Only two down sides I could see is the fact that it doesn't have the 10X zoom like the other S class models and, you have to convert the CCD-RAW files too TIFF format once they are on your computer; which takes considerable time. But I would say times when you will use the CCD-RAW function will be little to none. the (12M fine) mode is very nice.
I would recommend at least a 128MB card, a nice case and rechargeable batteries and charger.
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| Date Reviewed: Sep 15, 2004 |
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Strengths: Excellent Fuji colors, solid 6X zoom lens, raw format, cable release on shutter button, strong built-in flash
Weaknesses: quite noisey at higher ISO of 400 and 800, lowest ISO 200 setting
Summary: I find this camera a joy to use. It is as easy as I wish it ... I can set it to simply point & shoot, or I can take a little more thought and set up the exposure I wish. The preview feature with digital cameras makes it a snap to change a setting (Fuji very nicely organized the controls on the S7000) and try a different exposure ...
Low light, as with all consumer level digicams, is the bane of the S7000 also. Tough to focus ... and noise and color shifts to deal with. This is where I find the benefit of the strong built-in flash useful ... even if built-in flashes are not the greatest.
I find this camera fun to use, and would buy it again.
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| Date Reviewed: Dec 23, 2004 |
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Strengths: Great pictures, great price, relatively easy to use and no ERR message that the Cannon gets.
Weaknesses: Somewhat power hungry with the batteries. However, I do like the fact that it uses regular batteries which when purchased in bulk ie over 10, are relatively cheap.
Summary: I love this camera, it takes great pictures and is probably one of the cheapest 6mp cameras on the market. Reliability is fantastic and all in all it is relatively easy to use, just spend a bit of time learning the features and that time invested pays off. I truly would recommend this camera to someone who wants high quality pictures at a relatively cheap price. I do believe the camera is power hungry, ie goes through batteries quickly, although I suspect it is no more than the competitors. I love the fact that it uses regular AA batteries as you can buy these cheap when you buy in bulk and in emergencies can get them in Asia, Europe and Africa without a problem, furthermore you do not have an issue with a charging unit/adaptor etc when in a foreign country. Overall, I am thoroughly happy with this camera and highly recommend it.
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| Date Reviewed: Apr 27, 2006 |
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Strengths: Many - Ease of use. Great picture quality. Good Zoom. Excellent night photos (especially around campfires, etc). AA Batteries a plus (400 plus shots on rechargeables). Compact Flash & XD card a plus.
Weaknesses: Available lens - Though I have never used my x2 doubler lens. Sometimes bump the Manual Focus Button without knowing, until you realise w few pics are not in focus.
Summary: I have used my camera for over 3 years now. I spent a lot of time researching. For a under $ 500.00 camera with the quality, 6.3 mp range, zoom, and compact flash with AA batteries it is INCREDIBLE! I spent the money years back for a 2 GB CF card. Well worth it, I take around 1250 photos before filling up the chip at 6.3 mb res. I have taken many night photos around the camp fire and cannot believe how well they look (depth and clarity). I have shot over 200 GB of photos and have never been disappointed, except when I have asked someone else to take photos (team photos - while I coached (they accidentally bump the Manual Focus, and take the photos not realizing the auto focus is off). I can take over 400 photos with re-chargeables - LCD Screen OFF). I have taken 3 different sets of wedding photos, and my pictures often are better that the package photos family has purchased from the professionals. I have taken hundreds of flash photos in caves and caverns (does a great job with lighting with the pop up flash, and great colors in these conditions). With the 2 GB CF card, you can take over an hour of mpeg video. It is great when you take 30 minutes of video and can still take over 700 pictures before needing more memory... We have bought over 5 cameras for work. We use them to sell photos to our guests (printed out to 8 x 10 for $ 14.99 each), and everyone loves their photos - not many refunds given back). With the 6.3 mb, we can also offer 11 x 17 photos for $ 29.99. It is so easy to take great photos with (no problems with our many employees with many different talents). It is easier to use and takes better photos than the Sony 700 series cameras (we have had 2 different ones at work - they are hard to use, and the photos are so-so. I like it better than the Nikon (which is harder to use). However, hard to convince Nikon owners of this. For entry level SLR, novice, semi-serious, priceless vacations...it is a great purchase, you will not be sorry.
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| Date Reviewed: Oct 8, 2004 |
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Strengths: Best colors I have ever seen a camera can produce
Weaknesses: None
Summary: Best colors I have ever seen a camera can produce. it is a Great product, for a very good price, high quality and great technology. Highly recommended
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| Date Reviewed: Sep 10, 2004 |
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Strengths: Video Mode, User Friendly Interface, Easy to use controls, Electronic View Finder, Dual Media Slots, etc. etc. etc. ---
Weaknesses: Other than the long list of spendy accessories and the ability to only take RAW images in the 12mp mode, this camera is perfect for me.
Summary: Bang for the Buck! That is what you get with the s7000. The few weaknesses that have poped up here under review, are mostly issues that deal with wanting a $1500 & up camera, for the now low price of $440.
It's only been two days, but I can see that I am 100% Satisfied with this camera. A+ Highly recommended, I would buy again. I got it at Buydig.com.
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| Date Reviewed: Mar 14, 2005 |
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Strengths: It has almost everything,great camera,great functions,great price £220 new
Weaknesses: pictures a bit over saturated
Summary: I am a truly canon fan,had over 12 and now own 5 ,they are great,but couldn't find exactly what i was looking for in that brand so gave it a shot and bought S7000.
Don't wanna advertise for Fuji BUT i must admit this camera is fantastic,And Price was even better,£220 instead of £300-£400 !!What else can i definitely recommend it to people who have doubt about buying this camera,The nearest thing to a SLR with almost all the functions and flash is the best part of it-no red eyes...i mean nothing..
power is good when using 2000mAh NI-MH batteries and above .
Ps. Just can,t understand why Fuji did not built it with a 50-100 ISO disappointing have to learn from Canon "haha"
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| Date Reviewed: Dec 11, 2003 |
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Strengths: Picture Quality, easy to use, versatile
Weaknesses: None for an experienced SLR or Digital camera user. For those who wish for point and shoot and want a small light camera, try a cheaper less sophisticated version.
Summary: The Fuji S7000 is the best. I have been looking for an upgrade from SLR or compainion to SLR for three years. I kept looking bacause most cameras did not have the SLR quality and feel, and those that did were beyond my budget. The S7000 has made the grade in both quality and price. This is an excellent camera for those who are used to SLR, however the ease and instant acces to your media is the great thing about this camera. I took photos on the first day that are professional quality, and was able to print and frame them too.
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| Date Reviewed: Oct 5, 2004 |
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Strengths: Great Fuji color. Being SLR-like camera, it has many manual control features.
Weaknesses: Slow autofocus in low light(no autofocus assist). Lack of jpg compression option.
Summary: I've found this camera to be a great camera for vacation trips. It's got plenty of zoom and creative manual control. Has luminance histogram. Custom white balance option and auto WB is very good. Can also do continuous or manual focus.
ISO 400 is a bit noisy. ISO 800 only works in 3MP resolution. However, prints is good in 5x7.
Overall, it's a very good camera. The color and print quality is excellent in ISO 160(auto) & 200.
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| Date Reviewed: Aug 25, 2004 |
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Strengths: EASY TO USE MENU'S
Weaknesses: BE CAREFULL INSERTING THE MEMORY FLASH CARD. LINE UP SLOT VERY CAREFULLY.WILL DAMAGE EASILY !
Summary: GREAT PICTURES--COLORS ARE TRUE TO LIFE AND WILL TAKE LOTS OF PICTURES WITH THE 2 MEMORY CARDS ALMOST 400 PICTURES AT 6 MEGA PIXELS.FOCUS'S QUICKLY.I HAVE 2 256 CARDS IN THIS CAMERA.
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| Date Reviewed: Nov 6, 2003 |
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Strengths: Great Pictures, extremely vivid, great manual controls, excellent macro-super macro for closeups, superb night shots. Solid, The camera has alot of features. 6.3 meg CCD not a power hog.
Weaknesses: none so far. Maybe auto focus could be a little clearer.
Summary: I researched alot cameras prior to purchasing this one. I liked the fact that the camera gives you alot of options for auto and manual or semi-manual controls. Beautiful pictures with Fuji's 4th generation CCD. With 6.3 megapixal quality. Really vivid. Extremely warm and rich photos. Plenty of internal flash with hot shoe for external. Phenominal night time shots. Macro Super Macro for closeups. Alot camera for a very reasonable price. The only other camera I was considering at this point, was an entree level SLR. I think I made the right choice.
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| Date Reviewed: Jun 30, 2004 |
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Strengths: Low Price, hot shoe for external flash, manual mode, good battery life with 4 AA NnH, 6 MP, shoots soon after pressing shutter button even when auto focus.
Weaknesses: ISO 200 (160 in auto) is as low as it will go. Slightly noisy picture due to ISO not going down to 64 or 100 but not bad. Manual f stop stops down to only f8.
Summary: Paid $600 with a $100 rebate, now I find it over $100 less on the web. In spite of the weaknesses mentioned I like the camera very much.
I used to take photos semi-profesionally (but not any more) I wanted a camera for a wedding. The 2 main things I needed was a shutter that was quick and a camera that I could use my external flash so I would have a lot of light and no red eye. With the flash head high above the lens, there is no problem with red eye!
Photos 8x10, 11x14 and larger are very good but would be better if the ISO went lower than 200.
Camera has so many features I probably will not use them all. The down side of all the features is that you may have a feature turned on and not know about it.
I wish they'd get a good tech writer to write the user manual (this is my complaint of most camera manual I've seen). There are some good features on this camera but they don't explain exactly what is technically going on.
They camera feels good and I would buy it again.
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