The FinePix S5000 features Fujifilm's 4th generation Super CCD HR (High Resolution) sensor, with 3.1 million effective pixels for crisp, vivid images. Coupled with a powerful 10x optical zoom (equivalent to a 37-370mm on a 35mm camera) it allows photo enthusiasts to easily capture images of distant subjects. It's styled after and handles like a SLR camera and offers a full range of exposure control including Automatic, Program AE, Shutter speed and Aperture priority, Manual and pre-programmed scene modes.

The FinePix S5000 offers 3.1 million effective pixels, which can produce images of 2,816 x 2,120 (6 million) recorded pixels for high-quality prints up to 16 x 20 inches in size. In addition to powering the camera's resolution, the Super CCD HR sensor provides rich color reproduction and life-like detail in captured images. Recorded images can be saved in standard JPEG format or for the ultimate in picture quality use the CCD-RAW mode. The camera also offers an amazing 10x optical and 2.2x digital zoom and optional wide and telephoto lens adapters.

The FinePix S5000's traditional body and large lens provide a familiar feel to photo enthusiasts. The FinePix S5000 measures 4.4 (W) x 3.2 (H) x 3.1 (D) inches, and weighs 11.9 ounces without batteries and media.

Maximum image control is realized with the FinePix S5000's advanced features such as a range of focus systems including TTL contrast multi-zone auto, center point auto, focus lock, continuous auto focus (C-AF), manual focus, and AF-assist illuminator. In addition, shutter speed, aperture, white balance, sharpness and color can be manipulated.

The camera can also capture QVGA digital video at 30 frames per second, with sound, to create movies that can be replayed for friends and family at later dates. Movies can be burned onto CD-ROMs using the ImageMixer VCD for FinePix software included with the camera. The FinePix S5000 can record 320 x 240 pixel movies up to the limit of your available memory (26 seconds on a 16MB card).

FinePix S5000 Zoom Features:

• 1/2.7" 3-Million pixel Super CCD HR
• 10x zoom (37-370mm equiv) plus 2.2x digital zoom
• Single or Continuous AF and Manual focus
• Focus assist illuminator for low-light
• Electronic color viewfinder w/110K pixels
• Standard JPEG format or CCD-RAW
• Movie Mode; 30fps @ 320 x 240 with audio
• 40-frame burst at 1M continuous
• Voice memos can be attached to still images
• Top-5 or Final-5 frames @ 5fps at 6M resolution
• Auto, Program AE, Shutter speed or Aperture priority and Manual
• Scene Programs: Portrait, Sports, Landscape, Night
• ISO speeds: Auto (160-400/200-400), 200, 400, 800 (1M only)
• Metering: Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
• Builtin popup multi-mode flash
• 2 - 1/2000 sec Shutter Speeds
• 1.5" LCD Color Monitor
• Uses removable xD-Picture cards (16MB included)
• Compact (4.4 x 3.2 x 3.1 inch) and stylish body
• Lightweight at just 11.9 oz. (excluding batteries)
• Powered by four AA type batteries
• USB plug-n-play connectivity

The FinePix S5000 comes bundled with four AA alkaline batteries, a 16MB xD-Picture Card™, USB cable, AV cable, shoulder strap, FinePix Viewer, and ImageMixer VCD for FinePix. The camera is available for purchase now at the suggested list price of $499.95.

Physical Views

The Fujifilm FinePix S5000 and a standard CD for size comparison.

The 3-Mpixel 10X zoom FinePix S5000 and Toshiba PDR-M700.