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Posted on May 13, 2008 9:53 AM
Fujifilm reduces the price of the FinePix Z100fd digital camera to $199.95, effective May 11th.
From its powerful 5X zoom, unique ‘diagonal slide’ lens cover and illuminated ‘Z’ logo, to its eye-catching color combinations, the FinePix Z100fd sets a new standard in sophistication.
Please click here for more information on the FinePix Z100fd.
Posted on April 14, 2008 2:57 PM
Fujifilm reduces the price of the FinePix Z20fd digital camera to $179.95, effective April 13th.
The FinePix Z20fd is a new ultra-glam digital camera packed with useful features that let you face it, beam it, blog it and now roll it with a new MPEG-4 movie recording mode for the movie-crazed Generation Z.
Please click here for more information on the FinePix Z20fd.
Posted on April 7, 2008 2:41 PM
Fujifilm reduces the price of the FinePix Z100fd digital camera to $229.95, effective April 6th.
From its powerful 5X zoom, unique ‘diagonal slide’ lens cover and illuminated ‘Z’ logo, to its eye-catching color combinations, the FinePix Z100fd sets a new standard in sophistication.
Please click here for more information on the FinePix Z100fd.
Posted on March 4, 2008 11:24 AM
Effective March 2, Fujifilm will reduce the price of the FinePix S700 digital camera to $199.95. The FinePix S700 set the bar in 2007 for value-priced long zoom cameras, and now it becomes an even better value.
For more information, please click here.
Posted on February 4, 2008 4:38 PM
Fujifilm reduces the price of the FinePix F50fd digital camera to $249.95, and the price of the Z10fd to $149.95, effective February 3rd.
With 12 megapixel power, a 3x Optical Zoom and an extra-large 2.7" high resolution LCD, the F50fd also includes Fujifilm's signature Face Detection 2.0 with Automatic Red-Eye Removal.
With the Z10fd, you can Face It, Beam It, Blog It and Roll It with 7.2 MegaPixel power, a 3x Optical Zoom and an extra-large 2.5” LCD at an extremely affordable price.
Please click here for more information.
Posted on January 4, 2008 4:40 PM
Super-Compact 5x Zoom Digital Camera Combines Cutting Edge Technology With High-Fashion Design
“The FinePix Z100fd is the perfect digital camera for anyone seeking a combination of high style and cutting-edge features,” said David Troy, senior product manager, Consumer Digital Cameras, Electronic Imaging Division, FUJIFILM U.S.A., Inc. “We believe that consumers looking for a super-slim digital camera shouldn’t have to make compromises on image quality or features.”
Feature Packed
Despite being only 19.8mm thick, the 8-MegaPixel FinePix Z100fd is packed with state-of-the-art technologies and features, including: a mid-range Fujinon 5x optical zoom lens, the equivalent of a 36mm-180mm camera; a high-resolution 2.7”, 230k pixel LCD with a reinforced glass coating for scratch-free durability; and sensitivity settings of up to ISO 1600 that allow natural images that retain the atmosphere of evening events taken without the use of a flash. The FinePix Z100fd is also the first Z-series model to feature Fujifilm’s Dual Image Stabilization, which marries a mechanically stabilized CCD with high ISO sensitivities for total anti-blur protection.
Cutting Edge Design
Designed for the most style-conscious user, the FinePix Z100fd sports a totally redesigned metal body that is guaranteed to turn heads wherever you take it. From its unique ‘diagonal slide’ lens cover and illuminated ‘Z’ logo, to its eye-catching color combinations, the FinePix Z100fd sets a new standard in sophistication. Available in four two-toned color schemes, ‘Shell Pink’, ‘Satin Silver’, ‘Cappuccino Brown’ and ‘Tuxedo Black’ (a striking black special edition with a contrasting white sliding cover panel), the FinePix Z100fd is sure to stand out in a crowd.
The FinePix Z100fd will be available January 2008, at a retail price of $249.95. Click here for more information.
Posted on January 3, 2008 4:49 PM
Winner of a 2007 Popular Science ‘Best of What’s New Award,’ FinePix F50fd to Remain in Fujifilm Digital Camera Line Up
“We were excited and proud to receive this honor from Popular Science,” said Bill Drysdale, vice president and general manager, Electronic Imaging Products, FUJIFILM, U.S.A. “As Fujifilm continues to push the technology envelope with the latest in the award winning F-Series lineup, we are delighted to be able to continue to provide consumers with a powerful compact digital camera that makes it easier than ever for any level photographer to get professional looking photographs.”
Singled out in the ‘Gadget’ category as “the first camera that can detect faces — to optimize focus, exposure and color — even if people are turned to the side or looking up or down,” the FinePix F50fd was the first in Fujifilm’s digital camera stable to debut the company’s proprietary Face Detection 2.0. This includes a new Automatic Red-Eye Removal feature that automatically corrects red-eye directly after the shot is taken and then saves both the original and the corrected image file. The FinePix F50fd combines these features, along with Dual Image Stabilization and ISO settings of up to 6400, to form a camera that makes “spontaneous shots look picture-perfect,” according to Popular Science.
Following a long line of award winning F-Series models, the FinePix F50fd, like the FinePix F31fd and F40fd before it, offers consumers a super-compact digital camera that takes beautiful shots with the most advanced features and technology available, so that missing great shots is not an option.
Click here for more information.
Posted on December 4, 2007 4:06 PM
With the holidays fast approaching, Fujifilm reduces the price of the FinePix F50fd digital camera to $279.95, effective December 2. With 12 megapixel power, a 3x Optical Zoom and an extra-large 2.7" high resolution LCD, the F50fd also includes Fujifilm's signature Face Detection 2.0 with Automatic Red-Eye Removal. This hot new price makes the F50fd one of the best buys on the market.
Please click FinePix F50fd for more information.
Posted on November 30, 2007 12:53 PM
Fujifilm held a party to celebrate the FinePix Z10fd on October 25, 2007. Almost 1,000 people poured through the doors of the world renowned Fillmore NYC at Irving Plaza to enjoy special guest acts The Bravery, Locksley and host Paul Mecurio.
Celebrity guests included: Ed Westwick from the CW show Gossip Girl, Shari Saum from the FX drama Rescue Me and VH1 VJ Alison Becker.
Also in attendance were the four Fujifilm ‘Z-Inspiration’ photo competition winners who were treated to an all expenses paid trip to NYC that involved a helicopter ride, tickets to see the Broadway show ‘Spring Awakenings’ and full VIP access to the Z10 launch party for them and a guest. All received a Z10 as part of their prize package and spent much of their time in NYC recording everything with their new cameras.
So click here to check out the great Z Party Pics, the Z Inspiration Photo Contest winners, and the Z Party video.
Posted on November 29, 2007 11:41 AM
Digital Camera That Makes “Spontaneous Shots Look Picture-Perfect,” wins in the Gadget Category.
“We are excited and proud to receive this honor from Popular Science,” said Bill Drysdale, vice president and general manager, Electronic Imaging Products, FUJIFILM, U.S.A. “Their recognition of the technical innovations in our FinePix F50fd, further reinforces Fujifilm’s culture of photography.”
The editors of Popular Science singled out the FinePix F50fd as “the first camera that can detect faces —to optimize focus, exposure and color—even if people are turned to the side or looking up or down.” Fujifilm’s proprietary Face Detection 2.0 debuted on the F50fd and includes a new Automatic Red-Eye Removal feature that automatically corrects red-eye directly after the shot is taken and then saves both the original and the corrected image file. The F50fd combines these features, along with Dual Image Stabilization and ISO settings of up to 6400, to form a compact powerhouse camera that makes “spontaneous shots look picture-perfect,” according to Popular Science.
“For 20 years, Popular Science’s Best of What's New awards honor the innovations that make a positive impact on life today and change our views of the future,” says Mark Jannot, editor-in-chief, Popular Science. “PopSci’s editors evaluate thousands of products each year to develop this thoughtful list, there’s no higher accolade Popular Science can give.”
Each year, the editors of Popular Science review thousands of products in search of the top 100 tech innovations of the year; breakthrough products and technologies that represent a significant leap in their categories. The winners — the Best of What's New — are awarded inclusion in the much-anticipated December issue of Popular Science, the most widely read issue of the year since the debut of Best of What's New in 1987.
Posted on November 12, 2007 3:56 PM
This holiday season's hottest camera is getting a hot new price. The FinePix Z10fd digital camera will be available at $179.95, effective November 11.
Now you can Face_it, Beam_it, Blog_it, and Roll_it with 7.2 megapixel power, a 3x Optical Zoom and an extra-large 2.5" LCD.
Check out the Z10 Launch Party at the Fillmore @ Irving Plaza in NYC; or find out more about the FinePix Z10fd.
Posted on November 9, 2007 1:47 PM
Investigative photographers often require images produced in TIFF directly from the camera. Since most DSLR cameras today now only offer RAW as an option, the IS Pro offers an optional firmware upgrade that's now available. The new software supports camera TIFF file formats in three resolutions. (RAW mode is not available during TIFF mode capture.)
Click here to access the new IS PRO firmware update for TIFF mode.
Posted on November 9, 2007 9:47 AM
Free Seminar on Photography with Ultra Violet and Infrared Capture, Featuring Fujifilm IS PRO and IS-1 Cameras to be held at B&H Photo in NYC
If you're interested in refining your forensic photography skills, then reserve your seat at the full-day educational seminar for law enforcement and forensic photographers, as part of the grand opening of the new B&H state-of-the-art Event Space in the B&H Super Store in New York City.
The Fujifilm-sponsored seminar on Digital Forensic Photography will take place at the B&H Event Space (420 9th Avenue) on Wednesday, November 28, from 10AM – 5PM. Taught by C. Jason Guffey, a professional photographer with ten years experience as a Crime Scene Investigator, the seminar is designed to enhance the skills of Forensic/Crime Scene photographers by demonstrating the applications of the Fujifilm IS PRO and IS-1 Ultra Violet Infrared (UVIR) cameras.
By attending this special event, attendees will learn a variety of digital forensic techniques utilizing infrared and ultraviolet light exposure that can be used in the lab, or in an on-site investigative scene for forensic and law enforcement professionals. The class will provide attendees with hands-on experience using the Fujifilm UVIR cameras that will help them better understand the camera settings, filters, and lighting. Attendees are encouraged to bring equipment assigned by their departments, or use the cameras provided during the seminar.
Admission is free of charge, but anyone interested in attending must register in advance. For more information, or to reserve a seat at Fujifilm’s ‘Digital Forensic Photography’ seminar, contact Jennifer Diamond at jdiamond@bhphoto.com.
Posted on November 1, 2007 3:33 PM
Effective November 4, 2007, Fujifilm reduces the price of the FinePix A900 to $169.95, the FinePix A920 to $179.95 and the F480 to $159.95, all representing even greater value!
The FinePix A900 and A920 cameras pack an incredible punch with 9.0 megapixel power, a 4x Optical Zoom, Fujifilm's Picture Stabilization, and provide the ease of use and versatility of multiple media formats.
The FinePix F480 offers 8.2 megapixel power, a 4x Optical Zoom and an extra-large 2.7" LCD; along with Fujifilm's Picture Stabilizaton technology, Lithium-ion rechargeable battery and slim design.
For more information, please go to Fujifilm USA.
Posted on October 31, 2007 2:45 PM
The FinePix Z10fd Digital Camera Celebrity Launch Party at Irving Plaza was a colorful blast of fun. The amazing invitation-only event took place on Thursday, October 25, at Irving Plaza in New York City. The Bravery, fresh from their summer US tour, rocked the stage, along with Brooklyn's Locksley - and the crowd was wow'd by the evening's host, Emmy and Peabody award winning comedian Paul Mecurio. They were joined by the winners of the August Z-Inspiration Photo Contest, Aaron Burris-DeBoskey, William Hester-Laraway, James Miller and Abbe Pick; plus special guest appearances by Ed Westwick of "Gossip Girl," Shari Saum of "Rescue Me" and Alison Becker of VH-1.
Click here to check out the Z-Action!
Posted on October 23, 2007 3:13 PM
Lineup to include The Bravery, Locksley and Emmy Award and Peabody Award Winning Comedian Paul Mecurio;
Z-Inspiration Photo Contest Winners to attend as VIP Guests
The FinePix Z10fd Launch Party takes place this Thursday, October 25th at the Fillmore NY at Irving Plaza, one of New York City’s premier music venues. The Bravery will headline the event on the heels of their newly released album, “The Sun and The Moon.” Brooklyn natives, Locksley, will also appear, and Emmy Award and Peabody Award Winning Comedian Paul Mecurio will host the event.
VIP guests attending the Z10fd Launch Party will stroll along the green carpet, and will include the four winners of Fujifilm’s Z-Inspiration Photo Contest held in August, whose photos were chosen from more than 500 submissions. Aaron Burris-DeBoskey (Denver, Colo.), William Hester-Laraway (Kinderhook, N.Y.), James Miller (Waban, Mass.) and Abbe Pick (Newton, Mass.) all won a three day VIP trip for two to New York City to attend the launch party and will deliver first-hand online pictorial accounts of the event. As winners, they will also receive $500 in spending money, tickets to a Broadway show, a NYC Helicopter tour and two FinePix Z10fd digital cameras.
As the guest of honor, Fujifilm’s sleek, ultra-portable FinePix Z10fd combines style and sophistication with advanced features and beautiful colors, to provide tech-savvy digital natives with a digital camera that makes it easy to take great pictures, and share them with friends. Using IR Simple technology and the Blog Mode, users can beam images directly from camera to camera and upload their images to their favorite blog or website. The Z10fd comes in five brilliant, eye-catching colors: Wave Blue, Wasabi Green, Hot Pink, Sunset Orange, and Midnight Black. The FinePix Z10fd debuted in September and carries a retail price of $199.
To learn more about the FinePix Z10fd and the launch party, go to: www.finepixZ10fd.com.
Posted on October 16, 2007 4:32 PM
“With this new promotion, we’re happy to make it easier for those photographers who have been waiting for the opportunity to get the S5 Pro,” says Darin Pepple, consumer and professional marketing manager with Fujifilm’s Electronic Imaging Division. “And the new Power Grip provides a useful, proven tool for the professional photographer.”
Professional photographers can take advantage of this new promotion that enables them to purchase a FinePix S5 Pro camera at the reduced price of $1,699.95 – a $200 savings. In addition, Fujifilm is also offering professional photographers a free Power Grip, plus a Pantone Huey™ Pro* with purchase of the S5 Pro Body Only Kit, a savings of $280 with mail-in rebate.
Available only through authorized Fujifilm dealers, the “Get a Grip” promotion represents a total savings of $480.
For more information on the FinePix S5 Pro, visit Fujifilm USA.
*Pantone Huey standard edition will be mailed out with an option for a FREE upgrade to Huey Pro via online software download from Pantone.
Posted on October 16, 2007 4:23 PM
Free Educational Seminars to Feature Live Demonstrations, and Tips to Streamline Your Photographic Workflow
Mark your calendars to attend one of a series of free educational seminars for professional photographers to be held in five cities across the United States. Entitled ‘Capture to Print Solutions,’ these seminars are designed to inform and educate professional photographers on how Fujifilm’s FinePix S5 Pro can be specifically utilized for school, portrait, sports and wedding photography and how they can better streamline their business workflow with a comprehensive range of professional digital imaging solutions.
Fujifilm’s ‘Capture to Print Solutions’ seminar series will kick off on Monday, November 5th in Orlando, Fla., followed by Long Beach, Calif., Sturbridge, Mass., Atlanta, Ga., and Somerset, N.J. At each seminar, Fujifilm Technical Staff Members will demonstrate live studio use of the FinePix S5 Pro with Bar Code Scanner, along with the ASK-2000 and ASK-4000 Digital Photo Printers.
Fujifilm’s ‘Capture to Print Solutions’ seminars will be held in conjunction with partners Express Digital and PhotoLynx. Express Digital and PhotoLynx staff members will demonstrate front-end software applications that enable photographers to shoot tethered or un-tethered and keep track of student records and image databases.
Seminar attendees can hear and see benefits of Fujifilm’s IS-1 and IS Pro ultraviolet and infrared cameras for the fine art market and Fujifilm’s DigiLabs software which enables photographers to build incremental business by offering their customers photo books, cards and calendar products.
For more information or to reserve a seat at Fujifilm’s free half-day ‘Capture to Print Solutions’ seminars, go to Free Seminars.
Posted on September 4, 2007 4:49 PM
Effective September 2, 2007, Fujifilm has reduced the price of the FinePix S700 to $229.95. The FinePix S700 has not only received rave reviews in many publications, but now it becomes an even greater value.
Ideal for families seeking to kick it up a notch with a more advanced, compact SLR-style digital camera without losing operational simplicity, the FinePix S700 is feature-packed, yet affordable and easy to use. Additionally, its powerful 10x optical zoom will ensure that you capture great close-up action shots of your kids playing sports or candid shots of the family on vacation.
Posted on August 13, 2007 12:47 PM
Buy an S5 Pro Body Only Kit and receive a FREE Copy of Fujifilm HyperUtility HS-V3 and Pantone HueyTM Pro* by mail - $240 Retail Value!
Promotion Rules:
1. Must take stock from a Fujifilm USA Authorized Dealer List.
2. Download a valid mail-in rebate - requires serial number verification and registration at Fujifilm USA.
3. Only original Fujifilm USA factory warranted product qualifies.
4. Offer applies only to the "S5 Pro Body Only " configuation identified with UPC 074101-40330-
5 on the outer carton, and does not apply to any other S5 Pro bundle including the AC Adapter/Pantone Huey bundle, and Studio BCR Bundle.
5. Remove the UPC 074101-40330-5 from the outer carton and send it along with the printed redemption form and a photocopy of your dated sales receipt.
6. To qualify, the required items listed above along with this printed form must be received within 30 days after your purchase.
* Promotion includes Pantone HueyTM. Pantone HueyTM hardware can be upgraded to HueyTM Pro via special online software donload after registration of S5 Pro.
Posted on August 13, 2007 12:39 PM
Are you bar code ready yet? Your lab and software vendors are.
Now through October 31, 2007 Fujifilm is offering you your best chance to own a Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro complete bar code ready studio system for only $2399.95. That’s a $260 savings!
The S5 Pro’s new bar code reader functionality, combines with unique features like password protected feature and control lockout, film simulation modes, iTTL commander flash control, and white balance and color fine tune adjustments.
Because of the S5 Pro’s renowned Super CCD SR Pro’s color accuracy and high quality JPEG modes, its other unique features are quickly making it the camera of choice by professional event, school, and directory photographers in the United States.
“From image capture to delivery, Fujifilm’s FinePix S5 Pro Barcode reader capability has enabled significant improvements in the efficiency of our image capture and lab workflow and thus, our business.” - Bryn-Alan Studios
Join the growing number of labs like H&H, Miller’s, and Ark La Tex including software solution providers like PhotoLynx’s ImageMatch and School Image Software, and Express Digital’s Darkroom Pro and Assembly Addition that now support the FinePix S5 Pro’s bar code reader solutions.
For a limited time only, Fujifilm is providing professional event, school, and directory photographers a chance to purchase an entire commercial studio system kit through our authorized dealers.
The kit includes everything you need to get started except a lens and flash.
o S5 Pro Camera* ( $1899.95 Street Value)
o 15’ Combo USB/Firewire tether ($49.95 Street Value)
o HyperUtility HS-V3 - RAW and tethered shooting software* ($119.95 Street Value)
o S5 Pro AC Adapter AC135-VN ($109.95 Street Value)
o Programmed Bar Code Reader kit ($479.95 Street Value)
1. A Nikon MC-35 GPS /Serial Adapter
2. Fully programmed and ready to use Symbol LS2208 bar code reader
3. Symbol LS2208 RS232 kit
4. Symbol LS2208 AC-Adapter
5. Kingston 50X Elite Pro 2GB CF Card
6. Tenba medium shoulder bag
7. Printed scan to re-program card with last image scanned erase code
* Requires a free online HS-V3 software and S5 Pro firmware update for support of tethered shooting and improved bar code reader functionality. Lens and flash are not included. Fujifilm recommends the Tamron SP AF28-75mm F/2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF) with Nikon F mount lens and Metz 58 AF-1 iTTL compatible flash.
Contact an Authorized Fujifilm Digital Camera Dealer near you or contact Fujifilm USA directly to inquire about our studio and lab direct programs. 1-800-800-3854
Posted on August 1, 2007 8:35 AM
Grand Prize Winners To Be ‘Hooked Up’ With VIP Trip To New York City
Get into the Z-Inspiration Photo Contest. In celebration of the recently announced FinePix Z10fd, the brand-new digital camera designed specifically for the social networking lifestyle of today’s digital natives, Fujifilm encourages Generation ‘Z’-ers to unleash their creativity and photographic talents by submitting original photos inspired by the letter “Z”. Four lucky winners will win a VIP trip to New York City to attend the Z10 Launch Party in October.
Starting today, August 1, 2007, photographers of all levels aged 18-25 can upload their entries through August 31, 2007 for the Z-Inspiration Photo Contest via the online form at the new Z10 web site, www.offZhook.com. Four lucky Grand Prize winners will receive a VIP trip for two to New York City from October 23-26, 2007 to attend Fujifilm’s Z10 Launch Party. They’ll be on-hand to serve as correspondents, and deliver first-hand online pictorial accounts of the exciting blow-out at the famous Fillmore New York at Irving Plaza, one of New York City’s premier music venues. The trip will include $500 spending money, a NYC Helicopter tour and 2 Fujifilm FinePix Z10fd digital cameras.
Also launching today, www.offZhook.com is the official website for the FinePix Z10fd. It is the place to go to find out more about the camera, get ‘Goodeez’ such as downloadable ring tones and wallpapers, and pre-register for another exciting contest with great prizes to be announced next month…plus much more!
Posted on July 30, 2007 12:04 PM
Fujifilm has extended its $30 mail-in rebate for the Fujifilm FinePix F31fd to September 30, 2007. With Fujifilm Face Detection Technology, Picture Stabilization, and i-flash Intelligent Flash Systems, the F31fd is not only an easy to use point and shoot camera, but also provides huge technological advantages for great picture taking opportunities.
Posted on July 26, 2007 9:52 AM
The New 7.2 MP FinePix Z10fd Style–Cam Features Cutting Edge Technology
that Flirts with Today’s Youth
Face_it, Beam_it, Blog_it
With endless possibilities the FinePix Z10fd makes it easy and fun to stay connected with friends and family and share all life’s moments through technology.
Responding to popular demand to be ‘hooked up’ at all times, FUJIFILM today unveiled a brand new digital camera designed specifically for today’s fashion-conscious digital natives. Combining cutting edge technology with style and sophistication, the FinePix Z10fd provides tech-savvy Gen ‘Z’ users with an eye-catching digital camera that makes it easy to take great pictures and share them with the press of a button.
“Fujifilm recognized that today’s younger generation wants to be connected with their friends at all times and that there wasn’t a digital camera manufacturer that really addressed this.” said David Troy, Senior Product Manager, Consumer Digital Cameras, Electronic Imaging Division, FUJIFILM U.S.A., Inc. “We decided to create a camera that would mesh our latest technological advancements with today’s popular trends and styles, and came up with the Z10fd.”
Win_it.
Further information on the FinePix Z10fd will be available at www.offZhook.com, the official website created especially to celebrate the ‘Z-Lifestyle,’ when it goes live on August 1st. Along with a myriad of fun downloads and interactive displays, aspiring photographers between the ages of 18 and 24 will have the chance to submit original photos in a competition that will award 4 lucky winners with a VIP trip to New York to attend the Z10fd launch party in October.
The FinePix Z10fd will debut in late September at a retail price of $199.95. For more information.
Posted on July 26, 2007 9:51 AM
FinePix F50fd Ups Ante With Dual Image Stabilization, Face Detection 2.0 Technology and ISO Levels Of Up To 6400
Digital photographers looking for a top-of-the line compact digital camera can now take advantage of the latest in Fujifilm’s F-Series digital cameras with the 12-Megapixel FinePix F50fd.
“Fujifilm continues to push the technology envelope with the latest in a long line of award winning F-Series digital cameras,” said David Troy, Senior Product Manager, Consumer Digital Cameras, Electronic Imaging Division, FUJIFILM U.S.A., Inc. “With the introduction of Dual Image Stabilization, Face Detection 2.0, Automatic Red-Eye Removal, and even higher ISO levels, the FinePix F50fd provides users with a powerful compact digital camera that makes it easier than ever for any level photographer to get professional looking photographs.”
Combining a 12-MegaPixel, 7th Generation Super CCD with a 3.0x optical zoom and a 2.7” high-resolution 230,000 pixel wide angle view LCD, the FinePix F50fd is a compact powerhouse that incorporates all the features users have come to expect from Fujifilm’s more advanced digital cameras. With the addition of Dual Image Stabilization, Face Detection 2.0 Technology with Automatic Red Eye Removal function, and ISO settings of up to ISO 6400, the F50fd takes compact digital cameras to the next level, arming users with a host of new features and enabling them to take pictures never before possible.
The FinePix F50fd will debut in September 2007 at a retail price of $299.95. For more information.
Posted on July 26, 2007 9:48 AM
Features Advanced SLR Functionality at a Consumer Price-tag
“With the FinePix S8000fd, Fujifilm is bringing its heritage in photography and industry leading technology to its customers by offering them incredible optical zoom and ISO levels in a camera priced at a level they can afford,” said David Troy, Senior Product Manager, Consumer Digital Cameras, Electronic Imaging Division, FUJIFILM U.S.A., Inc. “By styling advanced DSLR features in a compact, easy to use digicam, we’re offering users the tools to capture photos you would swear were captured by a pro.”
The 8-MegaPixel, SLR-styled camera features one of the largest optical zooms on a fixed-lens camera in the industry, and introduces Fujifilm’s latest ‘Dual Image Stabilization,’ plus ISO settings of up to ISO6400 (at 50% resolution) – all features you would expect in a high-end digital camera, but at a price point consumers can afford.
To offer the best of both worlds where image stabilization is concerned, the S8000fd uses ‘Dual Image Stabilization’; a brand new combination of mechanical sensor shift stabilization with Fujifilm’s Picture Stabilization Technology which utilizes a combination of higher ISO levels and faster shutter speeds. This ‘Dual Image Stabilization’ steadies the photographer’s hand, and protects against camera shake and subject movement for total anti-blur protection. As a result, an increase in clarity and sharpness is achieved, even in low light conditions or when shooting moving subjects.
The S8000fd features Fujifilm’s Face Detection technology, identifying up to 10 faces in a framed scene. Face Detection technology on the S8000fd also includes a new Automatic Red Eye Removal feature. Red eye is a common complaint given by 60% of digital camera users. In this mode, the camera instantly checks each detected fact for red eye, and if it’s found, corrects it automatically, saving the time consuming process of fixing it in your PC after the image is downloaded.
The FinePix S8000fd will debut in September 2007 at a retail price of $399.95. For more information.
Posted on July 26, 2007 9:45 AM
New A920 Model Wows with 9-MP, Super CCD, 4x Optical Zoom and 2.7” LCD
Designed specifically for the first-time digital camera buyer and consumers seeking an affordable, easy-to-operate upgrade to their current digital camera, Fujifilm’s FinePix A920 is loaded with features usually reserved for more advanced models. The camera incorporates Fujifilm’s signature Super CCD sensor technology, a 4.0x zoom lens and features a 2.7” LCD.
To make it easy for consumers to achieve blur-free results, the FinePix A920 features a “Picture Stabilization” mode in the dial setting. This easy-to-identify setting automatically chooses the correct light sensitivity and best-matching shutter speed, producing the highest quality digital pictures without blur and the noise often associated with high sensitivity photographs. In addition, the FinePix A920 shoots with light sensitivities of up to ISO 800 at full resolution. These higher light sensitivities enable the user to shoot with faster shutter speeds, which lessen the likelihood of blurry pictures caused by a moving subject or the shake of an unsteady hand.
The FinePix A920 will debut in September 2007 with a retail price of $199.95. For more information.
Posted on July 26, 2007 9:30 AM
New F480 Model Combines 8-MP, 4x Optical Zoom and 2.7” LCD
“We wanted to provide consumers with an easy to use, compact camera, that can be dropped into a pocket, making it easier to never miss a great photo opportunity,” said David Troy, Senior Product Manager, Consumer Digital Cameras, Electronic Imaging Division, FUJIFILM U.S.A., Inc.
No bigger than a deck of playing cards, the F480 is aimed at entry level photographers looking for function and form. It carries an 8.2 MegaPixel CCD sensor along with a digital signal processor for noise reduction. This CCD and processor combination ensures that pictures taken with the FinePix F480 are colorful, clear and crisp. A 4.0x wide angle optical zoom lens from world-renowned lens manufacturer, Fujinon, captures large groups or distant subjects with ease thanks to a 28 mm-112mm equivalent on a 35 mm camera.
The stylish, all-black F480 also comes with a Li-ion rechargeable battery. The FinePix F480 will debut in September 2007 with a retail price of $179.95. For more information.
Posted on July 20, 2007 11:13 AM
Hyper-Utility Software HS-V3 Ver.1.1b Update for Windows and Ver.1.1b Update for Mac OS X
The update supports the following.
PC SHOOTING FUNCTION can be used with the FinePix S5 Pro when the [FUNCTION LOCK] of the camera is ON. To use this function you need update the firmware of the FinePix S5 Pro to version 1.08 or later. FinePix S5 Pro Firmware Update Ver.1.08 is already available from our service and support section of www.fujifilmusa.com
How to Update
Hyper-Utility Software HS-V3 Ver.1.1b Updater for Windows
1. Install the Hyper-Utility Software HS-V3 from your belonging CD-ROM if it is not installed. If you have Hyper-Utility Software HS-V3 Ver.1.0 and Windows Vista is used, it is not necessary to install.
2. Quit Hyper-Utility Software if it is started.
3. Execute this updater software (V3UP11B.exe).
4. Check of HS-V3 for upgrade.
a. If HS-V3 is not installed on your, the upgrade target CD-ROM confirmation screen appears.
b. For HS-V3 users:
i. Load your original CD-ROM (HS-V3) into the CD-ROM drive.
c. For HS-V3UP users:
i. First, load your original CD-ROM (HS-V3UP) into the CD-ROM drive.
ii. Next, insert the HS-V2 or HS-S2 CD-ROM.
Hyper-Utility Software HS-V3 Ver.1.1b Updater for Mac OS X(10.3.9, 10.4.9)
1. Install the Hyper-Utility Software HS-V3 from your belonging CD-ROM if it is not installed.
2. Quit Hyper-Utility Software if it is started.
3. Double-click the updater file "V3XE11B.DMG" to mount a DMG file.
4. After mounting the "V3XE11B.DMG" file, you will find "V3XE11A." file in the "V3XE11B" volume.
5. Execute this updater software "V3XE11B".
6. Check HS-V3 for upgrade.
7. The upgrade target CD-ROM confirmation screen appears.
8. Load your belonging CD-ROM (HS-V3 or HS-V3UP) into the CD-ROM drive.
For more information
Posted on July 13, 2007 9:00 AM
Fujifilm IS Pro Makes it Easier for Law Enforcement Agencies to Enter Into UV and IR Investigative Photography
“We’re very excited to be offering this highly-anticipated camera to customers here in the U.S.,” says Darin Pepple, consumer and professional marketing manager with Fujifilm’s Electronic Imaging Division. “With our different kits, at different price levels, we are making it easier for law enforcement agencies to achieve a quick, cost-effective solution for entering into UV and IR investigative photography.”
Following up on the success of the FinePix S3 Pro UVIR and IS-1 infrared digital cameras, Fujifilm today announced the IS Pro, the latest in a line that has proved popular with technical, law enforcement, medical research and scientific communities.
The IS Pro utilizes Fujifilm’s Super CCD Pro and Real Photo Processor Pro technology to see light from the ultraviolet (UV), visible and infrared (IR) portion of the spectrum (approx. 380nm – 1000nm). It also benefits from compatibility with Nikon F mount lenses and Nikon iTTL flash systems, making it a cost effective solution for law enforcement agencies that already have Nikon components.
In addition, and to accommodate the growing needs of its specialized customers, Fujifilm has produced several system packages for the IS Pro digital SLR. These system packages range from the basic camera kit to advanced full system kits, along with a new set of UV and IR filters.
Posted on June 15, 2007 8:53 AM
Just in time for the summer, Fujifilm will offer the FinePix F40fd at the new low price of $249.95, effective June 17, 2007.
The perfect companion for the family vacation, the F40fd is a powerhouse that boasts a large selection of easy-to-use functions and performance enhancements including new Face Detection! Combined with other features like Picture Stabilization, i-flash intelligent flash and high ISO, you can enjoy taking exceptional photos in all kinds of lighting, indoors and outdoors, day or night, and in any scene with point-and-shoot ease with this stylish digital compact. Powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery for extended shot life, the 8.3 megapixel, 3x optical zoom FinePix F40fd makes it easy to be a great photographer, and the wide angle view 2.5” LCD makes it easy to share your photos. For more information on the F40fd.
Posted on May 25, 2007 9:29 AM
Just in time for Memorial Day shoppers, Fujifilm will offer the FinePix Z5fd at the new low price of $199.99, effective May 27th.
Fujifilm’s FinePix Z5fd offers 6 MegaPixels, an extra large 2.5” LCD, and a stylish body loaded with a vast amount of technology features. Just press on the Face Detection button, and people pictures are sure to be properly focused and exposed. Want to share them with a friend? Use IR Simple to wirelessly transfer them to other IR Simple devices. Or, have them resized for web use quickly and easily by just activating the Blog mode. Now, it's an even better value.
Posted on May 24, 2007 1:14 PM
Fujifilm USA has contracted with Peca Products, Inc. to produce a high quality ultraviolet and infrared forensic filter kit for use with our line of UVIR sensitive forensic digital cameras. The kit contains the most common yet hard to find set of filters that most forensic specialists use during investigations. Dealers are often asked to suggest filters for use with Fujifilm cameras. In addition, most of the IR filters needed are no longer in production by many of the popular filter suppliers making this more difficult.
Posted on May 18, 2007 9:25 AM
If you're looking for a great gift for Father's Day or your favorite graduate, take a look at the Fujifilm FinePix F31fd. Beginning Saturday May 19, Fujifilm will have a $30 Mail-In Rebate for the F31fd available to customers at point of purchase. This offer is effective through July 31, 2007. With Fujifilm Face Detection Technology, Picture Stabilization, and i-flash Intelligent Flash Systems, the F31fd is not only an easy to use point and shoot camera, but also provides huge technological advantages for great picture taking opportunities.
Posted on May 2, 2007 1:17 PM
FinePix S5 Pro Firmware Update V. 1.06 incorporates the following issues:
1. Better white balance when setting FLASH-mode for the WHITE BALANCE.
2. Better white balance when setting AUTO-mode for the WHITE BALANCE and using Nikon
non-CPU lenses. *It requires to set the maximum aperture according to the FinePix S5 Pro
Owner's Manual (p.121- p.124).
3. Upgrade of Barcode-reading function
4. Upgrade of [FUNCTION LOCK] function
Products Supported: FinePix S5 Pro
System Requirements: Windows, Macintosh
Instructions: Click "Download Now" to access the Fujifilm Global site with complete download instructions.
Posted on April 2, 2007 9:00 AM
FUJIFILM USA has lowered its price for the FinePix F31fd to $299.95.
Announced in September 2006, the FinePix F31fd was the first compact camera from Fujifilm to sport Face Detection Technology. It also uses full resolution ISO sensitivity as high as 3200 for greater photo flexibility, Picture Stabilization and the i-Flash system for natural-looking pictures.
Posted on March 8, 2007 9:33 AM
The Digital Imaging Marketing Association (DIMA), a division of Photo Marketing Association (PMA) International, presented Fujifilm with a DIMA Innovative Digital Product Award for the IS-1 digital camera at the PMA 2007 Annual Convention and Trade Show in Las Vegas, Nevada.
DIMA Innovative Digital Product Awards recognize products or services that are technologically innovative or first of their kind. Fujifilm's IS-1 is the world’s first production point and shoot digital camera capable of taking photographs in the infrared (IR) light spectrum and provides law enforcement, scientific departments and professional photographers with a digital camera that can enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of their operations.
Posted on February 22, 2007 4:12 AM
Next month at PMA, Fujifilm will showcase two new entry level models featuring Fujifilm’s Super CCD sensor - the 8 MP FinePix A820 and 9 MP FinePix A900. Both models pack a punch with a 4x optical zoom and ISO levels of up to 800.
In addition, Fujifilm is also announcing an affordable, step-up digital camera for the advanced, amateur photographer – the 7 MP, SLR-style FinePix S700. Sporting a 10x optical zoom, a 2.5” LCD plus electronic viewfinder (EVF) and ISO levels of up to ISO 1600, it will extend your range without breaking the bank.
Read the official Fujifilm PMA Press Releases to get more details on all three models.
Posted on February 5, 2007 3:09 PM
FUJIFILM USA has lowered its prices for the FinePix S9100 and FinePix S6000fd digital cameras to $499.95 and $399.95 respectively.
The S9100 sports a 9MP Super CCD-HR Sensor while the S6000fd comes with a 6.3MP Super CCD-HR Sensor. Both cameras feature a Fujinon 10.7x Wide-Angle Zoom Lens, Fujifilm’s Real Photo Technology, Picture Stabilization and i-Flash Intelligent Flash System. The S6000fd also has Fujifilm’s Face Detection Technology.
Posted on January 16, 2007 2:17 PM
The editors of Professional Photographer Magazine have selected Fujifilm’s FinePix S3 Pro UVIR as a 2007 Hot One Award recipient.
Winning in the Digital SLR (35mm style) between $1,000 and $3,000 category, the FinePix S3 Pro UVIR from Fujifilm was chosen for its innovation as the world's first production D-SLR camera capable of taking photographs in the ultraviolet and infrared light spectrums.
Professional Photographer’s Hot One Awards honor the photography industry's best new products for professional application. The mission of the awards is to provide Professional Photographer magazine's readership with a compendium of the newest, hottest, most innovative products available. Each year, Professional Photographer editors oversee a submission and judging process that calls on companies in all subfields of the photography industry. This year, more than 125 companies competed in just shy of 50 product categories. There were well over 200 total products entered in the contest.
As a 2007 Hot One Award winner, Fujifilm’s FinePix S3 Pro UVIR will be highlighted at Imaging USA in San Antonio, Texas, January 14-17, 2007. There will also be a special Hot One Awards magazine write-up, detailing all the winners, in the February issue of Professional Photographer. Additional information on the Hot One Awards and the 2007 winners will appear on Professional Photographer's Web site: www.ppmag.com.
Posted on January 4, 2007 11:22 AM
Following the success of the FinePix S3 Pro UVIR D-SLR, Fujifilm is now introducing the IS-1, a 9 MP point-and-shoot camera capable of capturing both visible and infrared light. Designed for the specific needs of professionals in law enforcement, medical/dental and science fields, the IS-1 is the latest in Fujifilm imaging advances.
Posted on December 4, 2006 12:12 PM
The editors of Popular Photography & Imaging magazine have selected the Fujifilm FinePix S6000fd as a 2006 POP (Photography's Outstanding Products) Award recipient.
The POP Awards recognize 25 photo-related products that made a significant contribution to the advancement and enjoyment of photography for 2006. The magazine acknowledged the FinePix S6000fd as “a new honor student” in the EVF/Superzoom class, citing “outstanding image quality, dynamic range, and ISOs up to 3200” afforded by Fujifilm’s sixth-generation 6.3MP Super CCD HR sensor, Face Detection Technology, and “a wide variety of other advanced features for serious photographers” as the camera’s winning combination.
Posted on November 10, 2006 5:38 PM
Located at www.fujifilmusa.com/BestFaceForward, the site serves as an information hub for looking great in photos. There, visitors can:
· Learn more about Face Detection Technology. Fujifilm’s latest digital imaging innovation improves picture quality and helps subjects put their best face forward.
· See the surprising results of a survey that points to a ‘picture phobia’ condition among photo subjects.
· Find secrets from a panel of experts for taking – and looking – good in pictures.
· Enter a sweepstakes for a chance to win one of eight Fujifilm S6000fd digital cameras and a portrait sitting with a professional photographer.
Posted on November 10, 2006 5:38 PM
Located at www.fujifilmusa.com/BestFaceForward, the site serves as an information hub for looking great in photos. There, visitors can:
· Learn more about Face Detection Technology. Fujifilm’s latest digital imaging innovation improves picture quality and helps subjects put their best face forward.
· See the surprising results of a survey that points to a ‘picture phobia’ condition among photo subjects.
· Find secrets from a panel of experts for taking – and looking – good in pictures.
· Enter a sweepstakes for a chance to win one of eight Fujifilm S6000fd digital cameras and a portrait sitting with a professional photographer.