Kyocera Finecam S5 5MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

by Kyocera

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.3 x 3.6 x 2.3 inches ; 2.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 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: B000084T93
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #46,926 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: December 29, 2002

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Boasting the one of the smallest 5-megapixel cameras available (February 2003), the Kyocera Finecam S5 can fulfill all your digital needs. This digital camera can record video, shoot crisp pictures, voice record, and has expanded memory with the available SD-MMC slot.

Images are clear and colors vibrant because of the camera’s 2,560 x 1,920 pixels, and switching from fine to normal mode allows you to shot more images. With a 3x optical and 4x digital zoom, you can capture shots far away. Video in AVI format and voice memos in WAV format can be recorded up to 30 seconds at a time, and both video and photo formats can be quickly reviewed on the 1.6-inch TFT color LCD.

Other features include color modes, focus modes, and a pop-up flash with five different settings. USB and video outputs for quick hook-up to a computer or television also come standard.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great camera, great price - overall great!, April 5, 2003

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Anastasia Beaverhausen (Austin, TX) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Kyocera Finecam S5 5MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

I was a little apprehensive about purchasing a camera that isn't too popular here in the States but seems to be overseas. A friend living in Luxembourg told me about her S3L and sent me pictures she took with it and my boyfriend and I went for the S5. I DEFINITELY don't regret it, this camera has such ease of use, professional-quality pictures, a great price that you won't find lower anywhere else (including eBay) and looks really neat. I suppose the only negative aspect was the battery life which doesn't last as long as long as I would like it to. If you're looking for a lot of memory for your camera at a low price, check out an online store called Page Computers. I got a Lexar Secure Digital 256MB card for my Kyocera made the order on Sunday afternoon and got the card on a Tuesday morning. I can fit 197 pictures on it using the highest resolution. This is definitely a great buy.

24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars keyocera finecam s5 digital camera, February 23, 2003

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scott la rock (NEW YORK USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kyocera Finecam S5 5MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

This camera is one of the best digital cameras on the market.The price of this camera is excellant.Most 5 megapixel digital cameras start out at $..., upwards to over $....The camera takes great photos, and its ease of use is spectacular.You will need at least a 128 megabite sd card.This is because the higher the megabites, the more pictures and video you can hold.By the way,the video also has sound,most digital cameras do not have this feature.If you want a great digital camera, that won't put you in the poor house this camera is for you.I would recommend this camera to anyone from starting out,to professional for its ease of use.Great photos,great camera, and Amazon.com has the best price.BUY THIS CAMERA,you will be very satisfied.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a fantastic camera, June 4, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Kyocera Finecam S5 5MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

I looked around for a long time before buying a digital camera. I have friends who spend a lot of money on a band name digital camera with a few pokey features. Alternatively you can spend not much money on what is simply one of the best cameras on the market. Most people haven't heard of Kyocera, but those who have know that they make fantastic products.

Everything about this camera is fantastic and there is nothing gimicky. Most importantly you are getting a solid metal frame rather than plastic. The only hitch is the battery life but it would appear that a lot digital camera have this problem.

Truly, I don't know what else to say but you won't be disappointed.