Fujifilm MX2900 2.3MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

by Fuji

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.7 x 5.1 x 2.4 inches ; 12 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B00004YV6J
• Item model number: MX2900
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #56,898 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 15, 2000

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The magnesium alloy case of the Fuji MX-2900 presents a stylish and compact form-factor for a camera that packs a lot of extras. The 2.3-megapixel CCD is capable of capturing images at a resolution of up to 1,800 x 1,200, and the high-quality Fujinon lens adds a 3x optical zoom to your photographic tool set. The pop-up flash features red-eye reduction, forced flash, and suppressed flash modes. The MX-2900 also has a hot shoe for an external flash. The camera can automatically set the white balance, or you can adjust it manually. Also, focus can be set to auto or manual, allowing a great deal of creative control.

You have the option of using one of the programmed exposure modes, setting the camera to aperture priority mode, or adjusting all settings manually. You can view and select your photos on either the 2-inch LCD monitor on the back of the camera, or you can use the video port to connect the camera to a television. The MX-2900 comes with an 8 MB SmartMedia card, Macintosh and PC serial cables, rechargeable battery, AC adapter, lens cap, video cable, hand strap, and a CD-ROM with assorted software.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Camera I Have Ever Owned, December 3, 2000

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Donald E. Tebbs (Silverthorne, CO USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fujifilm MX2900 2.3MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

Before I buy anything, I do lots of research. I did my homework on this camera and am greatly satisfied by the results. I am amazed at all the useful features. The 3X optical zoom and the 1800X1200 resolution of the pictures make it one of the few great cameras in its price range. The ability to shoot pictures using the manual as well as the automatic mode, make it an excellent camera for the person who has been using traditional SLRs and wants to move into the digital age. The quality of the color in the photos is brilliant and nearly exactly like natural colors. When I print 8X10 photos, the pictures have sharp resolution. I use a USB SmartMedia card reader. I am able to download the pictures to my PC in literally seconds. With a 32 meg. SmartMedia card, I can store 36 photos shooting at 1800X1200 resolution. This is my second digital still camera in two years and I am greatly satisfied with it. I have recommended it to three friends who also now own the camera and love using it.

25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Camera!, October 11, 2000

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This review is from: Fujifilm MX2900 2.3MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

For my first digital camera, this was a pretty big investment so I took my time reading all of the reviews and looking over all of the specs before committing to buying this camera. First off, some items that might be worthwhile to mention. Since the description of the product is so detailed, I thought I'd give a list of what is actually included in the box.

Mx-2900 Camera, 8mb Smartmedia Card (3.3V), Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery, AC adapter (you can plug it into the camera to charge the battery), Serial transfer cable for both PC and (what looks like) Mac, Video out cable (for displaing what's on the LCD to a TV), Lens Cap, Wrist Strap, CD of Software (image editing software and drivers to transfer images to the computer), manuals and etc.

What it lacks is a carrying case and I have to admit, transfering images via serial cable is quite slow. I haven't gotten so frustrated at the speed as to go buy a card reader, but to transfer a 640x480 image at highest compression takes about 7 seconds. The 8 meg card fits 144 of those, so a full card can take a while.

The image quality is wonderful, I show my friends the pictures I've taken and they comment on how professional looking the pictures seem (colors are vibrant, images are sharp, 1800x1200 max resolution) and I am no professional photographer. The zoom isn't great in terms of power (3x optical and 2.5x digital) but there is minimal distortion when using the optical zoom. The flash is powerful enough for most uses but there is a hotshoe for the addition of an external flash. As well as a lot of automatic features that let you point and shoot, there is a manual mode where you can adjust exposure, flash, white balance among other nifty features I am still playing with. The case is sturdy and it feels comfortable in my hand, and it looks really nice compared to some of the other cameras on the market. The battery life is great (for me), I've taken 70 pictures without flash or LCD and the battery had over half its life still left. Overall, for a thrifty spender like me, I have no regrets spending $500 on this wonderful camera.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding digital camera, October 22, 2000

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Charles E. Hammock (Caledonia, MS USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fujifilm MX2900 2.3MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

I've had my MX2900 for about 3 weeks now and I love it! It's easy to use and takes great photos at high resolution and low resolution. The optical zoom is great. I can't believe how clear it is. There aren't many camera's out there in this price range that have the features this camera packs. One of the main things I like about it is all the manual options it gives you. If you like to play with shutter speed and lighting, this camera is for you! It also has great special effects built in too.

The only downside I've noticed to this camera is the serial connection for downloading your pics. This can be fixed by buying a USB card reader. It would have been nice if they had thrown in a 16mb smartcard too. Don't let these little problems keep you away from this camera.

All in all, I'd say I'm a very satisfied Fuji owner.