Fujifilm FinePix A101 Review

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The introduction of the FinePix A101 and A201 models signifies the birth of a new series of Fujifilm FinePix digital cameras, the A-Series. Designed specifically for picture-takers looking to take their first steps into the world of digital photography, the A-Series offers simple, streamlined functions, sure to make a beginner's digital experience fun and pleasant.

The pocket-size A101 features a 1.3-megapixel CCD imager and a fixed focus lens with a 2.5x digital zoom feature that delivers the color, sharpness and overall picture-quality typically associated with more expensive models. Its image resolution of 1280 x 960 is sufficient for printing photo-quality 5 x 7-inch prints. User-friendly controls and Fujifilm's Internet-ready FinePixViewer software make capturing and downloading photos a snap with the cameras' convenient USB computer connectivity.

The ultra-compact and lightweight bodies of the FinePix A-Series are the end result of a 30% reduction in power consumption when compared to previous FinePix entry-level models and all include such fun features as PC-cam and video recording capabilities.

FinePix A101 Features

• Simple User-Friendly Design in a Compact body
• 1.31 Million Pixels RGB Color Filter CCD
• Feature Fujifilm Advanced Color Technology, which produce better color with more detail
• Capture 20 seconds (no sound) (320 X 240) motion picture at 10 frames/sec
• Internet PC-Camera Capable
• 2.0X Digital Zoom
• Auto Lens Cover
• 64 Zone TTL Metering, Program AE (Exposure Comp. Available in Manual Mode)
• Automatic plus 6 manual selectable White Balance
• 4 modes Flash System (Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Forced, Off)
• 1.6 inch LCD Monitor
• Optical Range Finder with LCD Monitor
• ISO 125 equivalent

The FinePix A101 including 8MB SmartMedia card, 2 AA batteries, USB cable, and FinePix Viewer is priced at $179 and available now.

Physical Views

The Fujifilm FinePix A101 and the FinePix 2600 Zoom.

Fujifilm FinePix A101 Specifications