Fujifilm FinePix F402 2MP Digital Camera
Fujifilm FinePix F402 2MP Digital Camera
Manufacturer: FUJIFILM
Product Type: Photography
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Product Description
Thanks to Fujifilm's 3rd Generation Super CCD technology, the FinePix F402 offers 2.1 million effective pixels, producing 4.0 million recorded pixels. Combined with the high quality Fujinon 39mm (35mm equivalent) lens, this enables the FinePix F402 to produce stunning, beautifully clear images. Furthermore, its prime lens means the camera is remarkably slim - with a depth of just 22mm, it easily fits into any pocket or handbag.Key to the remarkable image quality of the FinePix F402 is Fujifilm's 3rd Generation Super CCD. With this sensor, the LSI processes the brightness and color information from captured images separately, to produce extremely low-noise results. The significant increase in top sensitivity (ISO 800 and 1600 equivalent) is made possible by Pixel Data Coupling, a technology that makes use of the fast processing abilities of the LSI. The ultra-low noise and superb color characteristics mean more authentic color images are delivered - even for skin tones and in low light level.The fast and accurate processing of images, made possible by the 3rd Generation Super CCD, delivers an impressive movie mode, offering 320 x 240 pixel (QVGA) resolution at ten frames per second with sound. In addition, the camera can be used as a webcam for Internet conferencing.The FinePix F402's outstanding quality Super EBC Fujinon prime lens is extremely sharp, delivering crisp, clean images in all situations. Working with the new Super CCD sensor (with its advanced signal processing), the result is exceptional digital image quality, with perfectly exposed, richly detailed, noise-free photographs boasting accurate colors and delicate skin tones. And all of this achieved by a point-and-shoot camera!
Amazon.com Review
An incredibly compact and slick design makes Fuji's FinePix F402 stand out among other 2.1-megapixel cameras. The slim, brushed-metal case slips easily into a shirt pocket and is durable enough to stand common shocks and bumps. For sheer "wow" factor, the camera's shape and power switch, a front panel slide, is unique and charming.
One reason for the camera's small size is the lack of an optical zoom lens. The F402 instead uses a 3x digital zoom that electronically magnifies the image; however, this could easily be done on a computer when you can choose exactly where to zoom, so the feature isn't entirely useful.
Although the CCD sensor has a resolution of 2.1 megapixels, the camera can achieve 4 megapixels through the use of interpolation (thanks to Fuji's Super CCD), which electronically guesses the details between pixels in order to create a higher-resolution image. The results are decent, but do not match true 4-megapixel sensors. At all of the resolution settings, images come out clean and colorful, but there is some slight artifacting that smudges the details. This may be a problem, especially if you are interested in producing 8-by-10-inch prints.
The automatic settings are effective for most purposes, but the added semimanual controls are fun and useful to play with--especially the ISO film-speed control for capturing fast movement.
The 1.5-inch LCD is bright and clear, but crops the sides a little bit from view, resulting in a saved image that is wider than the one you composed. The menu and buttons are very clearly laid out and are easy to use. The F402 is a beautiful-looking camera that performs very well, but a rather high price keeps it from being a truly great value. --Bao Tran
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Optics and Resolution
With its 2-megapixel Super CCD, the FinePix F402 delivers resolutions up to 2,304 x 1,728 pixels (4 megapixels) for colorful prints up to 11 by 14 inches. Combined with Fuji's proprietary image-processing method--pixel data coupling--and new noise-reduction technology, the new Super CCD enables the FinePix F402 to deliver a wider range of ISO sensitivities with a minimal increase in CCD "noise." The FinePix F402 also features a 39mm lens with a 3x digital zoom.
Fuji's Super CCD
Instead of conventional CCDs with square photodiodes and pixel arrangements, Fuji's Super CCD has octagonal-shaped photodiodes and pixels situated on 45-degree angles. This "honeycomb" pattern increases sensitivity, allowing pixels to be efficiently packed at maximum density. The area of the photodiode in a half-inch Super CCD with 2 million pixels is about 1.6 times as large as the area offered in the conventional CCD with the same number of pixels. The Super CCD improves overall signal-to-noise ratio and offers a much wider dynamic range.
More Features
Movie Mode
In movie mode, the FinePix F402 produces color digital videos in multiple creative formats, including QVGA (320 x 240, 10 frames per second) and QQVGA (320 x 160, 30 frames per second with sound). The limited resolution of your movies guarantees that this feature won't replace your camcorder, but it's perfect for when you just want to capture a quick movie and e-mail it to a friend or relative.
Storage
The FinePix F402 is compatible with the new XD memory card. Comparable in size to a penny and weighing less than 1/10th of an ounce, the new XD memory card is not only the smallest storage medium, but it also uses less power for better battery performance and has faster data transfer rates than other memory cards. The included 16 MB XD card will store approximately 12 images at fine mode and 26 images at normal mode.
Power, Size, and Contents
The camera is powered by rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which is charged by the included AC adapter. At 2.8 by 3.3 by 1.1 inches 7.6 ounces, the F402 is an easily pocketable point-and-shoot camera. This package contains the FinePix F402 digital camera, 16 MB XD memory card, lithium-ion rechargeable battery, AC adapter-battery charger, wrist strap, USB cable, printed manual, and a CD-ROM featuring FinePixViewer software and drivers.
For an optical zoom camera with the same body and similar features, see the FinePix F401 (which is compatible with SmartMedia memory cards).
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Product Description
Thanks to Fujifilm's 3rd Generation Super CCD technology, the FinePix F402 offers 2.1 million effective pixels, producing 4.0 million recorded pixels. Combined with the high quality Fujinon 39mm (35mm equivalent) lens, this enables the FinePix F402 to produce stunning, beautifully clear images. Furthermore, its prime lens means the camera is remarkably slim - with a depth of just 22mm, it easily fits into any pocket or handbag.Key to the remarkable image quality of the FinePix F402 is Fujifilm's 3rd Generation Super CCD. With this sensor, the LSI processes the brightness and color information from captured images separately, to produce extremely low-noise results. The significant increase in top sensitivity (ISO 800 and 1600 equivalent) is made possible by Pixel Data Coupling, a technology that makes use of the fast processing abilities of the LSI. The ultra-low noise and superb color characteristics mean more authentic color images are delivered - even for skin tones and in low light level.The fast and accurate processing of images, made possible by the 3rd Generation Super CCD, delivers an impressive movie mode, offering 320 x 240 pixel (QVGA) resolution at ten frames per second with sound. In addition, the camera can be used as a webcam for Internet conferencing.The FinePix F402's outstanding quality Super EBC Fujinon prime lens is extremely sharp, delivering crisp, clean images in all situations. Working with the new Super CCD sensor (with its advanced signal processing), the result is exceptional digital image quality, with perfectly exposed, richly detailed, noise-free photographs boasting accurate colors and delicate skin tones. And all of this achieved by a point-and-shoot camera!Amazon.com Review
An incredibly compact and slick design makes Fuji's FinePix F402 stand out among other 2.1-megapixel cameras. The slim, brushed-metal case slips easily into a shirt pocket and is durable enough to stand common shocks and bumps. For sheer "wow" factor, the camera's shape and power switch, a front panel slide, is unique and charming.One reason for the camera's small size is the lack of an optical zoom lens. The F402 instead uses a 3x digital zoom that electronically magnifies the image; however, this could easily be done on a computer when you can choose exactly where to zoom, so the feature isn't entirely useful.
Although the CCD sensor has a resolution of 2.1 megapixels, the camera can achieve 4 megapixels through the use of interpolation (thanks to Fuji's Super CCD), which electronically guesses the details between pixels in order to create a higher-resolution image. The results are decent, but do not match true 4-megapixel sensors. At all of the resolution settings, images come out clean and colorful, but there is some slight artifacting that smudges the details. This may be a problem, especially if you are interested in producing 8-by-10-inch prints.
The automatic settings are effective for most purposes, but the added semimanual controls are fun and useful to play with--especially the ISO film-speed control for capturing fast movement.
The 1.5-inch LCD is bright and clear, but crops the sides a little bit from view, resulting in a saved image that is wider than the one you composed. The menu and buttons are very clearly laid out and are easy to use. The F402 is a beautiful-looking camera that performs very well, but a rather high price keeps it from being a truly great value. --Bao Tran
Pros:
Cons:
Amazon.com Product Description
The compact FinePix F402 uses Fuji's third-generation 2.1-megapixel Super-CCD sensor, which can produce a maximum image file size of 4 megapixels through interpolation. It also features a 3x digital zoom, movie mode, and voice annotation function.
Optics and Resolution
With its 2-megapixel Super CCD, the FinePix F402 delivers resolutions up to 2,304 x 1,728 pixels (4 megapixels) for colorful prints up to 11 by 14 inches. Combined with Fuji's proprietary image-processing method--pixel data coupling--and new noise-reduction technology, the new Super CCD enables the FinePix F402 to deliver a wider range of ISO sensitivities with a minimal increase in CCD "noise." The FinePix F402 also features a 39mm lens with a 3x digital zoom.
Fuji's Super CCD
Instead of conventional CCDs with square photodiodes and pixel arrangements, Fuji's Super CCD has octagonal-shaped photodiodes and pixels situated on 45-degree angles. This "honeycomb" pattern increases sensitivity, allowing pixels to be efficiently packed at maximum density. The area of the photodiode in a half-inch Super CCD with 2 million pixels is about 1.6 times as large as the area offered in the conventional CCD with the same number of pixels. The Super CCD improves overall signal-to-noise ratio and offers a much wider dynamic range.
More Features
Movie Mode
In movie mode, the FinePix F402 produces color digital videos in multiple creative formats, including QVGA (320 x 240, 10 frames per second) and QQVGA (320 x 160, 30 frames per second with sound). The limited resolution of your movies guarantees that this feature won't replace your camcorder, but it's perfect for when you just want to capture a quick movie and e-mail it to a friend or relative.
Storage
The FinePix F402 is compatible with the new XD memory card. Comparable in size to a penny and weighing less than 1/10th of an ounce, the new XD memory card is not only the smallest storage medium, but it also uses less power for better battery performance and has faster data transfer rates than other memory cards. The included 16 MB XD card will store approximately 12 images at fine mode and 26 images at normal mode.
Power, Size, and Contents
The camera is powered by rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which is charged by the included AC adapter. At 2.8 by 3.3 by 1.1 inches 7.6 ounces, the F402 is an easily pocketable point-and-shoot camera. This package contains the FinePix F402 digital camera, 16 MB XD memory card, lithium-ion rechargeable battery, AC adapter-battery charger, wrist strap, USB cable, printed manual, and a CD-ROM featuring FinePixViewer software and drivers.
For an optical zoom camera with the same body and similar features, see the FinePix F401 (which is compatible with SmartMedia memory cards).
Customer Reviews:
The Ideal Point-and-Shoot.......2003-07-01
slim, light and cool aluminium casing,but only digital zoom.......2003-03-13
The most compact for the F series, very thin in thickness and weight around 140 g with battery. It's really the camera that can put in the shirt pocket or hang as a mobile phone.
Outlook:
The material of the case is metallic aluminim, rather cool and futuristic. The lens cover is good for protection. Anyway you can use the viewfinder to get the rough setting first. The start-ups is fast.
Ease of Use:
As for beginner/daily use level, the quick menu buttons on the back is very convenient for you to swicth to movie mode and adjust zoom, flash & modes.
As a bonus, there is also a self-timer.
Comments:
Only 2 valid megapixel (extend to 3m by software) & only digital zoom, I have it for my kids for causual shots. Pic quality is fine for 4" x 6". And the LCD cannot cover all the area. Poor for night shots as predictable. The using of a new XD cards formatt is also why I do not turn back to old models. The main point is the price...if you have (or dunno mind to) Smartmedia, the Finepix 50i , 40i or 30i or Casio Exilim are also good to buy instead, as these can play MP3 music. For better picture quality and more advance setting in such size range the Minolta Dimage Xi is much better.
Accessories:
Come with a cradle ( for connect with PC, TV ), battery (NP-40 which is very small) & an adaptor. You may need to buy an extra battery $25 or a slim case ( i use a PDA case n look smart ) and expensive xD cards as well.
If you plan to buy a camera-phone, take this instead for its size and quality.
An Excellent Camera That Really Fits In Your Pocket.......2003-01-07
Despite its small size the pictures are fantastic. We have even enlarged portions of some shots and printed them 8x11 and had very little pixellation.
But, the best thing is that I now carry the camera nearly al the time - and its no burden. Battery life is good. Best of all, connecting it to the computer and instaling the software was easy for me-and I hate computers. I love this camera!
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