Typical price: £170
What is it: Superzoom digital camera with 7-megapizel sensor and 10x optical zoom
What we think: Cheap, but hampered by mediocre performance and a frustrating design
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 5 July 2007
Tags: FujiFilm, Fujifilm FinePix S5700, lens, electronic viewfinder, left side
We like:
Low-noise, higher-ISO photos; broad set of manual controls; optical zoom operates in movie mode; runs on AA batteries
We don't like:
Frustrating design; sluggish performance; no optical image stabilisation
CNET UK judgement:
The Fujifilm FinePix S5700 (aka S700) would be a good budget superzoom camera if it weren't hampered by mediocre performance and a frustrating design
Full review:
With its attractive price -- £170 for 7 megapixels, 38mm-380mm-equivalent 10x zoom lens, and a full set of manual and semi-manual controls -- the Fujifilm FinePix S5700 (aka the FinePix S700) seems quite a compelling buy for the cash-strapped photographer on the lookout for a superzoom. And on some levels, it delivers the dSLR-like shooting experience its design promises. Continue Reading...
Fujifilm FinePix S5700 History
24 Aug 2007 in Reviews
Superzoom cameras combine the versatility of a big zoom lens -- typically ranging from around 30 to 300mm (35mm equivalent) -- with the convenience of an all-in-one camera...
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Posted by: greybloke63
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