FujiFilm FinePix A205 2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

by Fuji

Product Details

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• Product Dimensions: 2.1 x 3.9 x 2.6 inches ; 5.1 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00009VSIM
• Item model number: A205
• Batteries: 2 AA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (87 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,063 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 16, 2003

Product Description

FUJI Fujifilm FinePix A205 Zoom 2.0 Megapixel Digital Camera Model: a205 Image Sensor 1/2.7" 2.11 million pixel CCD (2.0 million effective pixels) Color Depth 24 Bit RGB Internal Memory None Memory Card xD Picture Card Viewfinder Type Real Image Optical Viewfinder LCD Display 1.5" TFT color LCD Lens Fujinon 3x optical zoom lens, 3.2x digital zoom Focal Length 36mm - 108mm equivalent Focus Type Automatic Focus Range Normal: 30.5" (80cm) - Infinity Macro: 3.6" (10 cm) - 39" (1 m) Filter Size None Sensitivity ISO 100 equivalent Exposure Modes Auto Exposure Aperture f/3.0-4.8 to f/7-10.8 Shutter 1/2 - 1/2000 sec. White Balance 5 Modes (Auto, Fine, Shade, Fluorescent (Daylight, Warm White, Cool White), Incandescent) Self Timer Yes; 10 second delay Burst Mode No Built-in Flash Yes; 6 Modes (Auto, Red-Eye reduction, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye reduction with Slow Sync) Effective Flash Distance 2.6' (0.8m) - 11.5' (3.5 m) External Flash Sync No Date & Time Stamp Yes Video Mode AVI (Motion JPEG) 320x240 @ 10 fps (no sound, 60 sec. max) 160x120 @ 10 fps (no sound, 4 min. max) Audio Annotation No Power Source 2x AA batteries (Alkaline, NiMH) AC adapter (optional) Interface USB 1.1 (direct or thorugh optional cradle) Video Out Yes (NTSC & PAL) Dimensions 3.9" x 2.6" x 2.1" (99 x 65 x 53mm) Refurbished by Fuji with 90 warranty

Customer Reviews

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101 of 103 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Takes excellent pictures, but...., December 10, 2003

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Tech Boy - See all my reviews

This review is from: FujiFilm FinePix A205 2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

Since I'm on a college budget, I needed to get an inexpensive camera so I could take pictures during the Thanksgiving Break. My requirments were at least 2 megapixals and decent image quality. I read a number of digial camera reviews and decided to pick up the Fuji Finepix A205. My first thoughts of the camera was the bulk; it's quite thick but it is light weight. Not something you would want to stick in your pants or shirt pocket though. The buttons on the camera do feel cheap, but it was only $150 so what?

Other than those small gripes, the camera takes excellent pictures but only in well lit environments. Outdoor pictures are really nice. Indoor shots can end up grainy if there isn't alot of light and I mean A LOT OF LIGHT. The flash is only effective in close range (at least 5ft to 6ft) Anything beyond that, make sure the environment is well lit or your subject is close.

Macro mode just takes a press of the button and it works really well. There is also a movie mode, but forget about using it unless the room is very very very very well lit.

Comparing indoor shots taken with the A205 and a 3MP Sony digital camera, the A205 images were less grainy than the Sony's, but the Sony's pictures were brighter because of the better flash.

In conclusion, the Fuji Finepix A205 takes very excellent pictures outdoors and indoors in bright light or when the subject is close to the camera with the flash. I could only give it 3 stars for the poor flash performance.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great quality camera for entry level users, December 25, 2003

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PekinGDucK (Med to da Ford, MA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: FujiFilm FinePix A205 2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

This is a great camera for entry level people that have just chosen to use digital cameras. I bought this at Target at the right time and also got a gift card. The camera looks pretty neat but kinda cheap. It is very light and not that thick. The LCD is very good. Able to zoom in and span easily.

Ease of Use
This is probably the most easiest and simplest cameras on the market. There are probably about 7 buttons on the whole thing. The menu is very user compatible and the software is ok.

Picture Quality
The pictures come out very good especially for a 2mp camera. The 8x10 pics come out good.I have not yet printed a 4x6 picture but my guess is that it will come out very good. Also, make you sure you have a very good printer to really enjoy your pictures. I have a inkjet printer that prints very well but does not compare to photo printers. I am planning on buying a photo printer in a couple of weeks

Video
Video isnt that good. Of course video from a digital camera will never replace a digital camcorder. It records video without sound at 10 frames per second. That is like a almost semi-strobe quality. Video is only good if taken with alot of light. And i mean alot. One good thing is that you can hook it up to your computer and use it like a webcam. But like any webcam, you need alot of light.And you also need a MIC to talk on your PC.

Features
It comes with a very sufficient amount of features. A tv-out line out to hook upto your tv. But that is only good with a small tv. I have a big projection tv so it was little pixalated, but that doesnt affect the print. The software isnt bad. Lots of features to customize your pics anyway you want. It also comes with a new 16mb xd-card. This increases your battery life and is also faster. This camera eats up batteries but lasts longer than other digital cameras. They also give you all the wires and supplies to use right out of the box.

Cons
Dont get confused with what it says on the box. It says it comes with a dock adapter. That is just a plastic placement to attach to an optional dock. I wish the flash was a little better for wide angle shots. It would also been good if there were different photo-shot modes (ie.. nightshot, snow&sand, spotlight etc) But some of that you can do with the included software.

So in other words, this is a fantastic camera. It is fun to use everyday and also show off. I am planning on using it as my main camera for a while. Then i am considering a very high mega-pixeled camera for very large prints. Also a 35mm SLR Nikon that i have had my eyes on for a while. I love using old fashioned cameras.

31 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great little pocket camera with zoom, September 23, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: FujiFilm FinePix A205 2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

I wanted an inexpensive camera with optical zoom for my wife. This camera is very simple and when used with the optional docking cradle makes learning to use digital cameras very easy. Of course the pictures at 8x10 are not as high as quality as with my Sony 717, but I could get 6 of these cameras for what I paid for my 5 mega pixel Sony. I took me 6 months to fully learn how to use my Sony. My familily is taking great pictures with this Fuji in one weekend...! I highly recommend.