Rating Reviewed by: James Lee(Unregistered User)
(Intermediate)
Review Date March 13, 2002
Overall Rating 5 of 5
Value Rating 5 of 5
Used product for 0-1 years
Review 1 of 8
Price Paid:
$409.00
from ebay
Summary: This is a very small, convenient litttle nifty camera. Although the next model (50i) has come out, I would take the 40i over the newer 50i anyday because of it''s ergonomics and no recharging ''craddle'' thing like the 50i. Refer to the strength categoy.
All in all, a great camera! I really love it. The video thing works fine, too.
Strengths: Ok... let''s see...
1) It uses 2 AA batteries that you can get anywhere in the world.(50i uses a rechargeable Li-On battery which spells for trouble when you run out at a picnic or some important outtings)
2) So small that you can fit it into your shirt pocket.
3) It takes SmartMedia Cards. It can take 128MB cards even though the manual says only up to 64MB. I called Fuji and they said that the 40i manual was written in the days where 64MB was the highest. They say that it can take up to 256MB and higher... we''ll see about this in the near future. For now, 128MB works well.
4) MP3 companion. Yes... you can store your favorite music onto the SMC and listen to it to work or something and take pictures along the way. Great stuff.
5) Easy to pic and shoot.
Weaknesses: Now, what I hate about this camera...
1) Noise under low-lit condition. You cannot get a decent picture if you are shooting in a low-dimmed environment. I think this is not a 40i problem but Fuji cams problem.
2) No inbetween resolution of 1600 x 1280 which has been answered by Finepix 50i.
3) 2400 x 1600 mode does not necessarily get you the best quality. Sometimes, 1280 x 960 in Fine mode does a better job.
This is it! ^^;
Similar Products Used: None. Before getting this 40i, I''ve used Fuji''s DX-10 and before that, Vivitar 1300 or something... can''t remember. Vivitar''s camera was a loser!
Customer Service: Don''t know. There was no need yet.
Summary: Had to add my two cents. I have looked long and hard for a perfect carry camera, and concluded there is no such thing. I think now that there are three categories: SERIOUS camera (I use a D30 here); EASY TO CARRY camera (S40 here); and SHIRT POCKET ALWAYS WITH YOU camera. It''s the latter category that I think the 40i dominates. For a camera that you can literally stick in your breast pocket and whip out in .5 seconds, the 40i absolutely cannot be beat. Its square form factor is even more convenient than the rectangular Elph or others, and it absolutely beats their image quality.
Shouldn''t automatically overlook the MP3 audio and movie-with-sound modes either. First, they''re VERY EASY to invoke, and they work well. You''d think with all these features the 40i would be gimmicky or fiddly, but it absolutely is not (would I lie?). This is a well build, well thought out product. If you''re looking for the smallest, go anywhere camera, I truly think you are foolish not to buy this model.
Strengths: Super small form factor. It is literally always with you without any hassle at all. Strong image quality (for a point and shoot). EXCELLENT color. Ease of use is just phenomenal, really well thought out controls.
Weaknesses: For what it is, I think its implementation is perfect.
Summary: The Fuji 40i *rocks* (the 50i is essentially the same camera). I''ve owned it for a year and taken over a thousand shots. This camera, compared to all of my friends camera''s, is the only one that can take shots and go straight to the printer. Sure, post-processing is always good, but most-importantly with the 40i it is not required. Note: No optical zoom means better overall pics, and having no-optical-zoom is a personal decision.
Strengths: Small! (You can''t take the shot if you don''t have the cam, and 40i goes *everywhere*). *Simple-to-use* even for novice (i.e. wife) and the Fuji exif viewer s/w is excellent. Superb color balance and picture quality w/o post-processing. Optical viewfinder prolongs battery life. Included battery charger is small/effective.
Weaknesses: Digital zoom near-worthless (typical for most digicams). Case is slippery (I attached non-skid). MP-3 add-on seems hokey (40i is worth it just as a camera).
Rating Reviewed by: Michael Aita(Unregistered User)
(Beginner)
Review Date May 15, 2001
Overall Rating 4 of 5
Used product for 2 Months
Review 4 of 8
Summary: This is my first digital camera, a bit pricey as they all are now, but worth it. The camera is easy to use and especially valuable if you'll be putting the pictures on the internet, printing photos, or as I have, used it for school or business reports. A good printer is a must, or you'll lose the camera's great image quality. Sorry, I have no web site to display the pics yet, but trust me, they are clear, accurately colored, and easy to transport and store.
Strengths: Camera, mp3 player, video cam in one small,
pocket size piece. Manual/automatic modes along with plenty of other options if desired, but still very easy to use.
Rating Reviewed by: Michael Hrybyk(Unregistered User)
(Intermediate)
Review Date March 22, 2001
Overall Rating 4 of 5
Used product for 2 Months
Review 5 of 8
Summary: I purchased my first digital camera (a kodak DC240) last June, which was stolen recently. I decided that a small, pocket camera was a necessity, and that increased resolution rather than zoom was important. I was also in the market for an MP3 player. And my old cheap videocam was also stolen, so I needed something that could do video. The 40i did the trick. I travel quite a bit, and this little gem goes everywhere with me - and I don't have to lug a CD player and discs. The video, although of old super 8 quality, does a fine job for informal shots.
I'm a casual snapper, and it simply meets all of my needs. If you are an advanced photog, this is not the machine for you. But if you're looking for functionality, excellent build quality (my kodak went back to the factory for repair 3 months after purchase), and need to get those family moments into bits, this is for you.
Strengths: Great USB txfer speed (relative to the kodak), resolution, capabilities (stills, video, music), lens cover, metal case, size, LCD
Weaknesses: Noise in low light conditions and shadows - post processing using various software packages cleans this up a great deal. Lack of 1600x1200 mode. Fewer jpeg artifacts (compared tothe kodak 240) Orange tint in low light flash conditions
Similar Products Used: Kodak DC240
Customer Service: None needed, good Canadian web site
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