Fujifilm FinePix S2950 Digital Camera - (14MP, 18x Optical Zoom) 3-inch LCD

"Like me, if you are one of the customers who had dealings with Camerabox (Digital First), you will be extremely cautious when making purchases in the future. As an amateur, I should have been enjoying this camera in May, but unfortunately due to the camera not arriving, the appalling attitude of staff, and the deceptive and criminal practices by Camerabox, I had to fight for a refund, then order my camera through Amazon. Others have not been as lucky, as Camerabox & Digital First went into administration on 2nd June 2011, owing customers money and failing to supply goods to them. However, whilst any company can call in the administrator, remember to buy it from a reputable supplier, and if possible pay by credit card so there is a chance of recompense. Better late than never, thanks to Amazon". "Well, whilst no professional but a keen amateur and still learning, if you are looking for a good camera, look no further than the Fujifilm Finepix S2950. The specifications which are on the Amazon & Fujifilm web sites give the technical stuff, as do the more competent in their reviews. However, stepping up from a Sony compact, I found the camera a nice size, compact light weight, and user friendly. It has enabled me to develop my basic photography skills, producing many great looking stills at 1080p, and most of the time, very clear 720p video. However, I feel a dedicated video camera or higher specification camera is required for serious enthusiasts of video. Whilst still learning about photography, and only had the camera since 7th June, I have found plenty of helpful modes for different light conditions, including situations requiring the flash, which works very well. It has a large 3 - inch user friendly screen to view photos on, and the easy to follow menus. Furthermore, considering the price it has a very impressive 18x optical zoom which generally produced sharp clear detailed images using focus. Nevertheless, whilst many may be happy to use it as a point and shoot, the camera offers the facility to use manual settings, something I have yet to master so cannot comment at this moment in time. However, the more competent have reviewed this feature. To sum up I can recommend the Fujifilm Finepix S2950 as it is a very good camera great value for money, and I don't think you will find a better spec for the price."

I bought this camera to upgrade from a basic Kodak point and shoot compact digital. I did a fair amount of research and chose this model for its great specifications and low price ( It out specs many others that cost much more). I took it on holiday to France immediately, with no product familiarity. It was no problem at all; it is supplied with the "lets get started" basic manual to get you going at once There is also an online more chunky version. For the absolute beginner like me, the auto mode is superb - really. This will make you look like a proper photographer - if my photos are anything to go by. What is truly impressive is the massive 18x digital and 18x manual zoom features. From a distance of several miles, I took a photo of Mont St Michel using this zoom feature and have a picture that could easily grace a guide book cover! The panoramic feature is superb and truly foolproof and gives amazing results. And i'm not experienced, so its the camera that's doing all the work! As for the manual modes - its all here too. This requires some time and practice, so I have enrolled at night school to learn. After my first session yesterday, where we learned and practised night photography - I can honesty say that my piccies were pretty much as good as the Nikon SLRs and other big makes ( the teacher said so). It will never match the full SLRs for all their abilities, but so far I cannot fault this camera. I am really happy with my purchase. As a further point of note - I purchased through Amazon using their guaranteed before 1pm next day service on the August Bank holiday weekend! I purchased at 17.22pm on the Friday, received an email from the dispatch team at 21.01pm. The camera arrived, superbly packaged by courier before 10am on the Saturday morning! This service is exceptional and worth the few extra pounds for peace of mind as to the retailer, and the knowledge you are prioritised. I would rate 5 stars for the camera and 5 stars to Amazon.

So far this camera is great! I ordered it on the 28th of December, estimated delivery was for the 6th of January. It arrived on December 31st! Brilliant service from Amazon as usual. The size of the camera is just perfect, it's not too big, nor is it too small. The picture quality is fantastic and is great at capturing photos when the 18x Optical is at its full. This camera is great at capturing action photos. I take pictures of my pets and I got a fantastic photo of my cat (which was at the other side of the garden so I had the zoom on full)pouncing at something. I got an amazing action shot of the cat in mid air and the quality was amazing! This was only my first day using the camera also and I'm not the greatest at taking Photos. This camera is bloody brilliant if you are like myself and want to get into photography and maybe study it in College/University. The one downside I would have with this camera is that it only accepts Alkaline batteries, there is no charger for the camera. I suppose this can be a good feature too when you're out and about because batteries can be bought just about anywhere. There is also no case for the camera, I would strongly recommend a case as the camera is quite fragile and I don't feel fully safe carrying it about round my neck all of the time. I have nothing overly bad or disappointing to say about this camera. I only got it recently so I'm going to put it to serious use at all my gigs and get some action photos. I would advise all to purchase this camera, you will not regret it.

Very satisfied, got what was describted. Mint condition

Avant de l'acheter et vu le prix je n'étais pas chaud pour l'acheter mais maintenant que je l'utilise très souvent surtout pour faire des tutoriels, le prix et la qualité sont au rdv. Un très bon appareil pas cher et belles photos parfois dans des conditions difficiles. Je ne suis pas un pro de la photo mais cet appareil aide les apprentis comme moi. Un seul petit défaut, le cache objectif est mal étudié et ne tient pas correctement en place.

Diese Kamera ist solide konstruiert und macht einen robusten Eindruck. Nach einiger Zeit des Probierens, kommt man mit den verschiedenen Funktionen sehr schnell zu recht.Für den normalen Gebrauch ist die Motiverkennung mit SR AUTO völlig ausreichend. Mit dem Automatikmodus AUTO sind vom Tele- bis zum Makrobereich alle Aufnahmevariationen möglich, hier sind besonders die Makroaufnahmen hervorzuheben, die einfach mit dem richtigen Licht brilliant werden. Dazu kommen noch die Programme wie Zeitautomatik, Blendenautomatik, manueller Modus, Aufnahmemodus mit Benutzervorgabe und eine herrliche Panoramafuktion. Weiterhin gibt es die High seed serie und die Videofuktion. Bei der der letztern sollte beim Aufnehmen der Zoom nicht betätigt werden , da sonst das Motorgräuch die Wiedergabe beeinträchtigt. Aber trotzdem hat diese Kamera ihre EINS verdient, leicht , kompakt und für den Normalbürger optimal eisetzbar und der Preis ist klasse !!! Stephan

Die Kamera kann bei den richtigen Einstellungen unglaublich gute Fotos von hoher Qualität machen! Insbesondere Draußenfotos können sehr schön werden, und auch abends im Zimmer werden die fotos meist gut, wo andere Kameras versagen. Allerdings sollte man sich etwas mit den richtigen Einstellungen auseinander setzen, damit man keine verschwommenen Fotos erhält und für mich persönlich ist es ein nachteil dass vier Akkus eingelegt werden müssen, d.h., dass auch immer jeweils vier voll aufgeladen sein müssen, statt wie bei den meisten Digitalkameras nur zwei. Der Auslöser braucht manchmal seine Zeit und übertrumpft damit nicht unbedingt die gewöhnlichen Digitalkameras (also nicht unbedingt perfekt für spontane Kinder- und Tierfotos geeignet), doch die Fotoqualität spricht für die Anschaffung der Kamera, zumal der 18-fache Zoom besonders bei Nahaufnahmen auch aus der Ferne beeindruckende Ergebnisse liefern kann! Für den Preis also ein absolut lohnenswertes Schnäppchen!

Il mio è un giudizio da utente generico medio, che cercava una fotocamera digitale di buon livello che consentisse facilità d'uso, buon zoom ottico, flash e filmati in HD e, ovviamente, foto di qualità. Beh, con questo modello ritengo do avere soddisfatto in pieno tutte le attese. Nella confezione ci sono i libretti di istruzione in inglese, tedesco e olandese. Nel CD invece si trovano i manuali completi in tutte le lingue, compreso l'Italiano. Anche sulla macchina è possibile selezionare la lingua italiana per i menu sul display. In dotazione inoltre, copriobiettivo, cavo USB e A/V, cinghietta di trasporto e quattro pile alcaline. Durante le riprese dei filmati è possibile utilizzare lo zoom ottico, che però lascia una traccia rumorosa nella registrazione audio. Numerose le modalità di scatto e le funzioni fotografiche, con riconoscimento volti e possibilità di scattare foto panoramiche (unendo in automatico tre fotogrammi consecutivi) e super-macro, per le foto ravvicinate. Buona la qualità dei video. Il prodotto è stato spedito dal Belgio. La consegna è stata effettuata addirittura un giorno prima del previsto (SDA). Impeccabile il servizio offerto da Amazon.