Fujifilm FinePix S1800 12.2 MP Digital Camera

The Fujifilm FinePix S1800 12.2 MP Digital Camera features a 1/2.3-inch CCD and an 18x wide-angle optical zoom to give you the best quality photos possible. The LCD screen on the electronic viewfinder is an extra large 3 inches. The step-up camera is handy enough to fit in the palm of your hand but comes with features enough to thrill the amateur photographer progressing in his skill.

Product Features and Specifications:

• The camera boasts of an 18x wide-angle optical zoom for high resolution shots;
• It also comes with Instant Zoom;
• The camera can capture HD movies at 720p;
• It comes with a smile and blink detection feature;
• It features a Tracking Auto Focus, which lets you automatically follow a moving subject for a still shot;
• Playback mode comes with an auto picture rotation of landscape and portrait shots;
• The camera comes with a new Picture Search mechanism that allows you to search photos by scene mode;
• The electronic viewfinder comes with a high-contrast LCD measuring 3 inches.

Fujifilm FinePix S1800 12.2 MP Digital Camera Review:

The over three hundred customers who reviewed this digital camera gave it an average rating of 4.1 stars, with majority of them rating it at 4.0 and 5.0 stars. The camera got a 4.5-star rating for value for money, 4.4 for features, 4.3 for ease of use, and 4.2 for quality of photos.

It was highly enjoyed as it came with close to DSLR features while coming with the price of a point-and-shoot. One user described it as filling that gap between point-and-shoot cameras and DSLRs. It was found to give great photos and nice videos that may not have been that impressive but good enough. He also liked the large LCD display. Although he found some minor flaws, he still felt it was a great deal for all the features packed in the price.

Another reviewer described it as taking great images, most particularly in the wide-lens mode. As a professional photographer, he admitted he still preferred his other patronized brands, but this one he considered to be a great step-up from point-and-shoot, and an overall a fun camera coming with compact features. Other users liked the many other features, such as the Macro shot capability, the great resolution, and the nice viewfinder. One buyer described it as appearing like a DSLR, and perfect for amateur photographers who could not afford a DSLR.

Some of the minor issues included the need for a tripod when using the camera on full zoom, as it required a really steady hold. Some users complained about the video shots not being that clear. At least one reviewer complained about the battery life, but since the camera runs on 2 AA batteries, it might have been a problem with the batteries he bought.

All in all, this is a great camera as a step-up for beginning photographers progressing in their craft. You will not go wrong with all the features that you get for the affordable price.