1. 12.2-megapixel, 1/2.3-inch CCD for photo-quality poster-sized prints
2. Fujinon 18x wide-angle optical zoom lens (28mm wide-angle to 504mm telephoto); Dual Image Stabilization
3. Capture movies in HD quality 720p resolution
4. 3.0-inch high-contrast LCD and Electronic View Finder
5. Track a moving subject automatically for still picture capture

Editorial Review :

Fujifilm FinePix S1800 - 12MP, Fujinon 18x Wide Optical Zoom (28 - 504mm), 3.0" LCD + Viewfinder. Other features include: Face Detection w/ Red Eye Removal, Face Recognition, Tracking Auto Focus, Dual Image Stabilization, High Sensitivity 6400 ISO, 6 Scene - SR Auto Automatic Scene Recognition, Panorama Mode, HD Movie 720p w/ Sound, Instant Zoom/Zoom Bracketing, Smile/Blink Detection Mode, 4-AA Batteries.

Customer Review :

Gets the job done

this camera is awesome for anybody that wants to practice being a professional photographer because its very basic. Overall though its fun to use and it's very light weight. I really enjoy the panoramic feature and I really have a lot of fun with the HD video recorder. Down side is your really just paying for the extra zoom and that is it, because you can find some really compact camera that fit in your pocket for the same price and all the same features except the zoom of course. But its not a bad camera I don't regret buying one.

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Very Pleased

I purchased a GE X5 Power Pro from Sears. The camera was O.K. and easy to use but I had more bad shots than good. I used all of the different setting and adjustments but found the camera was just not up to par. I returned it to Sears. I then purchased the Fuji S1800 for about the same price through Amazon. The Fuji is a much better camera. It is easy to use and the Macro shots are excellent. It's a keeper.

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great semi-pro camera with some limitations.

beginner user learning photography
ok I know that a potential buyer wants to know why not to buy this camera so ill list the limitations first:
no exterior flash hot shoe. no lens filter threads. mem chip is in the battery storage on bottom of camera. only jpeg format for the stills. I would have like them to go the extra penny on the larger rather than the smaller tiny usb connector or better yet why not just build the camera so you can plug a thumb drive right into the camera.

ok now on to the positive aspects over all this seems to be alot of camera for the price. I want to learn photography possibly up to a semi-professional level but I didn't want/ didn't have the money to commit to a full blown DSLR so when shopping around I encountered the s1800 and its brother the 2550? which has an hdml connector. it had many features I was looking for good pixel size, built in zoom, even some video capability weighing the features and the limitations I decited to buy the S1800....

in the box was the camera (its slightly smaller and lighter than I expected but im old school when it comes to 35mm and its just good enough not to have a "cheap feel") it came with 4xAA batts, an inexpensive strap, a unimpressive lens cap,, and a USB cable,, and like 3 basic manuals in different languages and a CD with some softwear and advanced manual i havent installed yet. the support was a cardboard eggcarton configuration.

I took the camera out and played with it knowing little about digital camera operation but was still able to figure out basic operations without a problem.
my first shot was a dragonfly on a branch from 6feet away in daylight and I have to say the results were a plesant suprise as there were some reports that it was blury at high zoom and I found the camera to be respectably stable (I did have a mini tripod attached for added stability but wasnt ground placed) the shot had the dragon fly in crisp focused detail. (im using one of the lower picture resolutions the 2mb on fine it translates to about a 500k pic.

my next attempt was some star shots and while I was able to shoot the intended star I failed to get anything like a starry night pic but it may have been my failure and I need to be more agressive with the configurations, (on a side note the eyepiece crosshair functioned like a hud scope and by placing my eye a few inches back from the eye piece and looking with both eyes I was able to target a selected star to get it in frame even at full zoom)

my third test was falling water I set this on the sport setting but was unable in a few frames to get frozen falling water I need to do more research as I believe this camera is capable of it.
my final is a sunset (there is a sunset specialty setting) even in my crappy ugly location ,just goofing off I took a photo that has gotten a wow responce several times from friends.

FINAL NONES a 4gb chip will hold like 6000+ of the low resolution pictures (500k) this is a very versitile camera for the money and I think it would find a place as a support or backup camera even if I had the big bucks would like to see RAW format, thumb drive support, filter threads, and exterior hookup ports for flash and mic and shutter.



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Great Camera please read manual before you give negative review.

I have had this camera for three days and I love the quality of pictures. I would tell anyone to read the manual first to get an idea on how to use the camera. I would not call this camera a simple point and shoot camera. If you are willing to follow the instructions and are willing to play around with camera you will get some great pictures. I have always had great luck with fuji cameras and this camers just made me love them all the more. I would not recommend this camera to someone who is not patient enough to learn how to use the camera, but if you do you will be happy with s1800.

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defective unit

The camera was defective. Only used it one weekend and it shut off without warning twice, told me to "turn off and back on" once, seemed to freeze up on several occasions and wouldn't let me turn it off or use any of the adjustments for a few second, and the view finder and LCD screen turned green and white once and purple several times. I took well over 200 shots using wide angle, zoom, close up, w/ and w/o flash, video... with full auto and the various programmable modes, all at maximum resolution, and over 3/4th of these were blurred. Of these 40 or so, none came out as sharp as pics from my Fuji S7000 at 6meg or my Pentax Optio 330 at 3 meg. In certain modes the anti-shake was on, didn't seem to make a difference. I really like my S7000, but wanted an upgrade. Not this one!

I liked the size, great zoom, and adjustable parameters on this model. But way too many problems came up. Might just be a defective unit... but it's going back today. One other thing is that the surface of the LCD screen protrudes out by itself and will end up getting scratched very fast. Didn't even want to carry it for fear of scratching against the buttons of my shirt.

Am trying the Pentax DSLR K-x at $499.00. Less lens and a lot more expensive, but I sure hope it lives up to my expectations.

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1. 12-megapixel resolution for large, photo-quality prints
2. Four-Way protection: waterproof, freezeproof, shockproof and dustproof
3. Fujinon 5x periscopic optical zoom lens with reinforced protective lens barrier
4. Capture movies in 720p with sound
5. Movie Editing Mode and Blog mode; Facebook/YouTube Automatic Web Upload function for photos

Editorial Review :

Fujifilm FinePix XP10- 12MP, Fujinon 5x Periscopic Optical Zoom, 2.7" LCD, New uni-body chassis with a tactile grip finish, 4-Way Protection: Waterproof - 10ft (3M), Shockproof - 3ft (1M) and Freezeproof 14*F (-10*C). Other features include: Face Detection w/ Red Eye Removal, Digital Image Stabilization, High Sensitivity 1600 ISO, 6 Scene - SR Auto Automatic Scene Recognition, One-Touch HD Movie 720p w/ Sound, Thin Metal Body 21.7mm, Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery.

Customer Review :

Great Camera

This is a great underwater camera! We took it to Mexico for a 2 week snorkeling trip and love how the pictures turned out. The video is touchy - need to make sure you move slow or it looks jerky. We even used it in our pond (dipping it underwater) and the pictures came out great. I'm impressed with the quality compared to price!

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Would buy again.

I love this camera. My daughter bought one and then I bought one also. It works great. I would also get the flotation strap Fujifilm XP10 Accessory Kit for it. It floats with no problem. When I sat on shore I would only get the kids backs, now I can go in the water and get their smiles. I've also had the kids throw it on the beach and it's sand proof. I do blow off the lens after I come out of the water so the drops of water don't alter the still pics or video above water. I had some shots ruined this way, but also some interesting pics. Video I have taken with this camera can be seen on youtube. [...]

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Perfect vacation camera!

This little camera exceeded our expectations. We had so much fun in Puerto Rico bringing the XP 10 right into the waterfalls and underwater for snorkeling! Picture quality is above average for a compact waterproof camera. I took it out surfing too with no problems. The quick video mode is a great addition to this little gem. The shape is a little funky to hold and the access door for taking pictures off of the camera is a little flimsy but other than that, we've been really happy with it.

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One use and done! :-(

I used the camera once with nice results. Then took it to Hawaii for some snorkeling fun! Ha! My mistake. Wouldn't even turn on. I tried lots of things and nothing helped. Am trying to return it, but I won't have those images of turtles, dolphins, fish, etc...

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Great little camera until flash stop working

This was a great little cameras well I thought it was until on the 3rd or 4th day of our vacation the flash just stop working. Tried playing with it but could not get it to work. Needless to say I am returning this camera. Had to go out and purchase another camera while on vacation not happy about that Took great pictures and videos. Sometimes it was difficult to see the screen but that happens with all cameras.

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1. 10.0-megapixel resolution for large, photo quality prints
2. Waterproof up to 10 feet
3. 3x optical zoom; 2.7-inch LCD screen with Micro Thumbnail View
4. Blog Mode with 12 editing functions
5. 50 MB built-in memory; capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

The FinePix Z33WP is Fujifilm's first waterproof digital camera. No longer do you need to worry about damaging your camera in less than optimum shooting conditions. The FinePix Z33WP ensures you'll never miss capturing any of life's precious moments, any where, any time, under any conditions, and be able to share them easily with your extended network of friends and family members. The 10-megapixel FinePix Z33WP is ready for any adventure including underwater activity up to 10 feet. The Z33WP uses a Fujinon 3x optical zoom lens, has Fujifilm's 'Automatic Scene Recognition' SR AUTO mode, and features a 2.7-inch, 230,000 pixel resolution LCD screen.

Customer Review :

Bad refurbished

The camera has good quality pictures, but the flash doesn't shoot and the battery charger never charges the battery, was over.

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Exellent choice for a waterproof camera

I have only had this camera for about a week, but have already taken it swimming in the lake with me multiple times. It is a nice full-featured camera that does a good job with standard picture-taking. It really excels underwater - spectacular pictures and video. With this camera you will not feel as though you settled for second-rate equipments just because you needed it to be waterproof.
I have taken pictures above and below water during my swims. I have also caught some nice video of underwater scenery and fish. I swim with the camera in my pocket underwater for up to an hour, and it has no problems. Everyone who sees the underwater images and video is impressed, and asks about my camera. I highly recommend this camera if you plan to take pictures and capture video in, around and under the water.
The only downsides for me are:
1. No real image stabilization
2. No lens cap
3. No optical viewfinder (now true with most digital cameras)

For the price, performance and features you should not hesitate to purchase the Z33WP. I love mine.

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Great

I bought this camera for our Hawaiian trip thinking I was going to get pretty good pics. I had no idea that they were going to come out great! I read the reviews and the price was right. So I took a chance. Underwater pics and film were clear and bright. Lighting is important with any underwater camera. So make sure its not clouding for the best results. The controls were easy to use and this little camera also took great lively pictures on dry land.

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Best decision I ever made!

I was heading to Maui for some snorkeling and wanted an affordable, quality underwater camera. After weeks of research, and countless customer reviews,I finally settled on the Fujifilm Fine Pix Z33WP. I even went out on a limb and purchased the refurbished model.

I was VERY nervous the first day I took it out. I couldn't believe that a camera that cost me so little would be truly submersible. It didn't take me long to realize how great this camera is. I cannot say enough positive things about it!

I vowed to tell everyone I know how happy I am with this camera. It is lightweight, attractive, and takes great photos!

If you are on the fence about what camera to buy...jump off and get the Fujifilm. You will be glad you did.

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Case leaked first time used underwater...

...and beware of return policies. We bought thru an Amazon supplier, Adorama. Their return policy completely excludes underwater cameras. They directed us to contact Fujifilm directly. Have so far been trying for a week: phone system goes into an endless voicemail loop with apparently non-existent operator; no response thus far to email. Will update if/when ever get response, but so far very unhappy with service.

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1. 12-megapixel resolution for large, photo-quality prints
2. Four-Way protection: waterproof, freezeproof, shockproof and dustproof
3. Fujinon 5x periscopic optical zoom lens with reinforced protective lens barrier
4. Capture movies in 720p with sound
5. Movie Editing Mode and Blog mode; Facebook/YouTube Automatic Web Upload function for photos

Editorial Review :

Fujifilm FinePix XP10- 12MP, Fujinon 5x Periscopic Optical Zoom, 2.7" LCD, New uni-body chassis with a tactile grip finish, 4-Way Protection: Waterproof - 10ft (3M), Shockproof - 3ft (1M) and Freezeproof 14*F (-10*C). Other features include: Face Detection w/ Red Eye Removal, Digital Image Stabilization, High Sensitivity 1600 ISO, 6 Scene - SR Auto Automatic Scene Recognition, One-Touch HD Movie 720p w/ Sound, Thin Metal Body 21.7mm, Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery.

Customer Review :

Great little camera until flash stop working

This was a great little cameras well I thought it was until on the 3rd or 4th day of our vacation the flash just stop working. Tried playing with it but could not get it to work. Needless to say I am returning this camera. Had to go out and purchase another camera while on vacation not happy about that Took great pictures and videos. Sometimes it was difficult to see the screen but that happens with all cameras.

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Great Camera

This is a great underwater camera! We took it to Mexico for a 2 week snorkeling trip and love how the pictures turned out. The video is touchy - need to make sure you move slow or it looks jerky. We even used it in our pond (dipping it underwater) and the pictures came out great. I'm impressed with the quality compared to price!

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Perfect vacation camera!

This little camera exceeded our expectations. We had so much fun in Puerto Rico bringing the XP 10 right into the waterfalls and underwater for snorkeling! Picture quality is above average for a compact waterproof camera. I took it out surfing too with no problems. The quick video mode is a great addition to this little gem. The shape is a little funky to hold and the access door for taking pictures off of the camera is a little flimsy but other than that, we've been really happy with it.

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Would buy again.

I love this camera. My daughter bought one and then I bought one also. It works great. I would also get the flotation strap Fujifilm XP10 Accessory Kit for it. It floats with no problem. When I sat on shore I would only get the kids backs, now I can go in the water and get their smiles. I've also had the kids throw it on the beach and it's sand proof. I do blow off the lens after I come out of the water so the drops of water don't alter the still pics or video above water. I had some shots ruined this way, but also some interesting pics. Video I have taken with this camera can be seen on youtube. [...]

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One use and done! :-(

I used the camera once with nice results. Then took it to Hawaii for some snorkeling fun! Ha! My mistake. Wouldn't even turn on. I tried lots of things and nothing helped. Am trying to return it, but I won't have those images of turtles, dolphins, fish, etc...

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1. 12.2-megapixel, 1/2.3-inch CCD for photo-quality poster-sized prints
2. Fujinon 18x wide-angle optical zoom lens (28mm wide-angle to 504mm telephoto); Dual Image Stabilization
3. Capture movies in HD quality 720p resolution
4. 3.0-inch high-contrast LCD and Electronic View Finder
5. Face Detection and Automatic Red-eye Removal; Smile and Blink Detection

Editorial Review :

Fujifilm FinePix S1800 - 12MP, Fujinon 18x Wide Optical Zoom (28 - 504mm), 3.0" LCD + Viewfinder. Other features include: Face Detection w/ Red Eye Removal, Face Recognition, Tracking Auto Focus, Dual Image Stabilization, High Sensitivity 6400 ISO, 6 Scene - SR Auto Automatic Scene Recognition, Panorama Mode, HD Movie 720p w/ Sound w/ HDMI Connector, Instant Zoom/Zoom Bracketing, Smile/Blink Detection Mode, 4-AA Batteries.

Customer Review :

GREAT BUY

I mostly bought this camera for the 18x zoom feature; the most zoom for the money I found and though I never owned a fuji camera, I figured the Fuji was at least a pretty good camera. Was I ever shocked at the features it has for the price. I does everything and does it well. It had a ton of features and looked complicated to use at first but is one of the easiest cameras to set up and use that I've had. Just have to learn a few buttons to use it. The design of everything on the camera in ingenious, everything is exactly where it should be, easy to reach while using and feels like a real camera, not a toy. This model has a red light beam to target the subject when shooting in dark or low light situations; this can mean the difference in getting a good photo in a dark room when there is not enough light to see the subject in the display. You don't have to look at the display, press the shutter button all the way down and release, put the red beam on the subject and the camera will do the rest without you having to look at the display at all. It will give you enough time to line up your shot before taking the photo. I've gotten many more good pics using this.
The only negatives I found about the camera is that the lens cap ocasionally falls off and the strap
is a little on the cheap side; it got so twisted up I removed it. The camera itself overcomes the complaint here and a replacement strap is cheap.
The camera is good enough to use professionally, within it's abilities, and there is no way to beat this one for the price; it has many features of cameras costing much more. If I were a pro needing to use the high priced cameras they use, this Fuji would be my backup. This one's a deal.

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Great camera for the price

I researched cameras for about 3 months and finally decided on the Fuji. You would be hard pressed to find a camera of this quality with the features it has in any other camera especially for the price. I looked at many reviews and feedbacks and there was very little negative commentary on it. The lens cap does not stay on well but if you forget to take it off when you turn the camera on, it comes off itself which has already saved some pictures for me. We just got back from vacation and took about 700 pictures with it. Just let the camera choose the setting and you will be impressed. A high speed card is a must due to the size of the pictures, especially if you want to do the rapid shots. Very few shortcomings on this camera, but the positives definitely outweigh those.

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Great little camera and HD movie

Everything it said it was. Great. Zoom is fantastic! Screen is awesome. Features are many and very good. You can not go wrong....

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Fujifilm FinePix S2550 12 MP Digital Camera

Extremely Good buy. Low Price, great pictures but a little slow focusing. If allowed to completely focus by allowing focus grid to come up. it makes great pictures. I use this camera at night under sodium vapor lights and it takes very good pictures. These Pictures may be seen at [...] on the fishing tournaments pages. "By George"

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An OK picture taker but with design and quality shortcomings

While the features on the Fujifilm Finepix S2550 look impressive, the camera is in many ways an unsatisfactory piece of equipment because of shortcomings in design and quality. To build a bridge camera with 18X optical zoom, HD video capability, a large LCD screen plus viewfinder, yet sell for less than $250, (the list price, but considerably less on Amazon) Fujifilm had to cut a few corners. The first cost savings was to rely on user supplied 4 AA batteries (the camera comes with 4 alkaline batteries). That adds bulk and weight to the camera but saves Fujifilm the cost of a lithium battery and charger. Users have complained about the flimsy lens cover. The way the zoom lens is designed it cannot take a sturdy lens cover or even a filter for protection. The lens is recessed within a front cylinder or barrel. When the camera is turned on the lens moves out of the cylinder and pushes anything in front out of its away, such as the lens cover. The lens cover is a cheesy piece of flexible plastic, which barely stays put when the camera is not in use. A filter or a more secure, lens cover could damage the lens as it moves out when the camera is turned on. This inconvenient type of lens design for this large zoom only makes sense because it probably saves Fujifilms something in manufacturing costs. The CD has two pieces of software, one of which Fuji has not been bothered to upgrade to Windows 7. Other cost savings have to do with the potential durability of camera parts, as they do not always have a quality feel or show an attention to detail. For example, the battery cover has to hold down 4 relatively large batteries compared to a lithium one, but it doesn't seem to have the heft to last and keep doing the job over the life of the camera. The cover for the cable inputs is even more flimsy: it doesn't have a full hinge holding it to the camera when opened, but only a sliver of plastic. The camera takes an HDMI cable for transferring video to a TV, but you need to find a compatible one on your own. Finally. don't be seduced by the camera specs. The LCD screen is OK, but not the sharpest of brightest. The viewfinder is hard to use in low light. The 18X zoom loses resolution, aperture and stability as you get closer to its upper limits. The biggest selling point for this camera is its street price. It now sells on Amazon for less than $190, a sharp reduction since it was first introduced some months ago. If you want a bridge camera with better design and quality, look at the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. But it costs about $100 more than the S2550. You get what you pay for.


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