Fujifilm FinePix S5800 Digital Camera - Black (8.0MP, 10x Optical Zoom) 
Customer Ratings: - Finepix produces Fine Results. There was a gap in my digital camera inventory for a superzoom camera. I now use this camera at the beach taking pictures of my windsurfing mates. OK so you do not get great image stabilisation (as with Canon)but then I only paid £90 for it from Currys (currently much cheaper than Amazon). I use with a tripod on high zoom range in any case. There is an image stabilising programme, but this uses the principle of raising the ISO to a fast speed to compensate for movement - this can make the results grainy or dull unless you are shooting in very bright conditions.
The Fuji is lightly constructed and can feel a little flimsy compared to more expensive cameras but that makes it light to cary around. It uses 4 AA batteries which are cheap and easily available if you run out of juice - I think that if you are out in the field this can be an advantage over the Li-ion cells in many cameras which require a fully charged spare or a readily available AC power source to re-charge. You can of course buy recharchable AAs, or splash out on the Lithium AAs (which I have not used though I hear they last for ages).
Importantly this camera makes me want to handle it and take photos. I find the interface easy to follow, the screen is adequate, and you have the option of the electronic viewfinder in bright sunlight. There is a function button giving you access to creative effects suck as B&W, sepia Vivid colour etc, which encourages creativity. The macro facility is excellent, focussing down to 1cm in wide angle.
There is an issue with purple fringing in areas of high contrast on higher zoom shots (eg edges of buildings against sky)but this is the case with many superzoom compacts. Newer models suffer less, and this camera is now getting on a bit in technology terms.
One advantage that this camera has over most other superzooms is the fact that the zoom lens is housed within a solid lens barrel and project no further than the dimensions of the camera. This means that it does not pop the lens cap off as many cameras do, but most importantly it allows one to use a standard screw in lens filter which attaches easily to the 46mm screw thread on the front of the lens. I keep a UV filter permanantly on to protect the lens from salt spray etc. I also have a polarising filter which is very useful for sunny days. I purchased both of these from Amazon and you can see the reviews. It gives far more creative scope than one might expect for the cost of the camera.
At the time of review the camera costs around £160 on amazon, and for this money I reckon a Canon SX100 IS is a better camera also with 10X zoom but with good image stabilisation and great quality, but you cannot add filters.
If you can find a Fuji 5800 for less than £100 - fairly easy to do - buy one. - Great Value for money. I bought this camera in November to upgrade from my Fujifilm A800 for only £75! Great bargain! The camera is great if you are a beginner. I m not quite good with manual controls yet and instead of having a huge camera like a Canon or a Nikon, this works better for me to play with. My only problem with it is that as full zoom it s a bit grainy. Other than that is a great camera for beginners, light, easy to carry around. I love it so far!
- Fine Pix S800 camera. Bought this camera last year, the photo quality is good.
The big problem with this camera is that the battery life is soooo low. This camera kills and drinks battery. I have spend almost £20 in less than 6 months on battery alone. I have use Nikon D40 which had a wonderful battery life. I think I will be going back to Nikon D40 or D60. - Fine Pix S800 camera. I am very pleased with this camera. It is easy to use and takes excellent pictures. Instructions are in english and comprehensive.
- Great starter camera.. Bought this for Christmas as a gift for member of family. This will his first digital camera. You can t ask more for price. I think it s great starter into digital photography. I personally, was bit disappointed with pictures in dark, but you can t have it all.
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Fujifilm FinePix S5800 Digital Camera - Black (8.0MP, 10x Optical Zoom) (ID: B000V9P5NC)
