Fuji MX-600 Zoom Megapixel

We first reported about this camera many months ago when it was found on a Japanese web site. The new Toshiba PDR-M3 is an OEM'd Fuji MX-600, it's the same camera. At this time it is not clear whether Fuji will import it into the U.S. market but you will be able to get the Toshiba PDR-M3 when it becomes available.

Dreamarts in Japan has some MX-600 (FinePix 600) sample photos online to give you an idea of how well this camera works. There's some Sony DSC-D700 pics on the same page.

The Fuji MX-600 Zoom sports a 1.5 million pixel CCD, Autofocus, and a 3X optical zoom lens with the equivalent of 35-105mm coverage of a 35mm camera. To enhance the camera's dynamic range, a built-in flash with digital 2X telephoto mode captures the feel of a 210mm image. Whether taking a series of snapshots at a sporting event, or a candid portrait, the MX-600 Zoom has all the angles covered. In fact, it takes as little as two seconds to adjust the focal length, making it a snap to jump from a wide-angle shot such as a panoramic scene, and in a heartbeat, switch to a telephoto setting to capture a subject in that same frame.

The camera's 24-bit color images can be shot in either high resolution 1,280 x 1,024 mode, or basic 640 x 480. Furthermore, the camera's high-speed RISC processors with on-board DRAM chip, make it possible to take and store RGB colored-filtered images that capture every nuance of color, while affording for a picture to be taken every five seconds. And, another desirable function, is the built-in 1.8-inch color LCD monitor, for instant image preview and playback.

With its quick and accurate high-speed CCD Autofocus System, the MX-600 Zoom automatically measures distance and lighting to ensure that the combination of aperture/shutter settings is based on the entire image, not just the center. The end result is high-quality images, that when printed, near professional output.

With its one-touch settings using the Mode Dial and four direction keys, the MX-600 Zoom allows the user to select exposure levels, as well as aperture, macro and flash settings. By selecting the wide-angle setting, either F3.8 or F7.6 apertures, portrait or expressive subjects can be emphasized. In addition, for manual flash photography, the built-in autofocus lens features a Slow Synchro mode to allow users to slow down the shutter speed to capture the backdrop during the evening. For added effect, an external synchro-flash mode produces striking shots such as dramatic angles or reflective lights.

Measuring 4.8" (w) x 3.3" (h) x 2.4" (d) and weighing only 11.6 ounces, the MX-600 Zoom features a horizontal camera design, a familiar look to consumers who are used to the traditional design of a 35mm camera. Like all of Fujifilm's consumer-priced digital cameras, images are easily stored on SmartMedia? removable storage cards. A 4MB card is packaged with the camera, while higher capacity SmartMedia? cards are sold separately. The camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery and also comes bundled with an AC power adapter. In addition, the MX-600 Zoom comes packaged with Adobe Photo Deluxe 2.0? image editing software.