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Fuji's FinePix A205 digital camera. Courtesy of Fuji, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Fuji USA announces FinePix A205, A210
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(Monday, July 28, 2003 - 22:00 EDT)

Fujifilm USA has today announced two new digital cameras for the US market - one of which is newly announced worldwide today, and the other of which was announced in Japan, Canada, the United Kingdom and more last May.

The two cameras are closely related, and along with the newly announced A310 are designed to fit a shared camera dock courtesy of inserts that ship with each camera (the dock is an optional extra). Sound familiar? This is the exact same approach Kodak has taken with its EasyShare digital cameras which have been selling well to entry-level photographers at locations like WalMart and the like.

The FinePix A205 and A210 are 2 and 3.2 megapixel cameras respectively, and use conventional CCD image sensors rather than Fuji's proprietary SuperCCD technology. Both cameras feature 3x retractable zooms, sliding lens covers and A/V out ports (NTSC / PAL switcheable). They also support QVGA and sub-QVGA videoconferencing. Both models come bundled with AA alkaline batteries.

When using the optional cradle, the NiMH rechargeable battery bundled with the cradle will recharge in the camera body if detected. Other batteries such as AA NiMH and Lithium rechargeables cannot be charged in camera. The cradle also features video out and USB connectors, allowing them to be connected to your VCR, TV or computer.

Version 4 of the FinePix Viewer software will automatically launch and run a wizard for downloading, storing or emailing images when the camera is placed in the cradle. VCD software comes with both cameras to burn videos and pictures to CD-R discs.

Both cameras will be available in the USA next month; the Fuji FinePix A205 costs $199.95, and the FinePix A210 costs $279.99. The optional cradle costs $74.95 including the NiMH rechargeable battery, and will also be shipping in August. Full specifications for both cameras, and a joint press release, follow below...

Fuji FinePix A205
Fuji's FinePix A205 digital camera. Courtesy of Fuji, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Click for a bigger picture!
Number of Effective Pixels 2.0 million pixels
CCD Sensor 1/2.7-inch Conventional CCD System (Number of Total Pixels: 2.11 million pixels)
Number of Recorded Pixels 1600 x 1200 (1.9 million), 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 pixels
File formats
Still image: JPEG (Exif Ver 2.2)
Movie: AVI (Motion JPEG)
*Design rule for Camera File system compliant / DPOF-compatible
Storage media xD-Picture Card (16MB to 512MB)
Recording capacity with one 16MB xD-Picture Card (included)
Still Images
2M 1M VGA
25 33 122
Movie
320 x 240 160 x 120
Approx. 98 sec. Approx. 5.6 min.
Lens focal length Equivalent to 36mm-108mm on a 35mm camera
Optical zoom 3x
Digital zoom 2.5x (at 640 x 480 pixel mode)
Focus Auto focus
Focus Range Normal: 2.6ft to infinity, Macro: 0.3ft. – 3.3ft.
Aperture Range F 3.0/F7.0 (W) F4.8/F10.8 (T)
Viewfinder Real-image optical viewfinder
Exposure control Auto / Manual EV
Sensitivity Equivalent to ISO 100 when flash is off
Shutter speed 1/2 - 1/2000 sec.
White balance Automatic, Manual (Fine, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light)
Flash
Auto flash using flash control sensor
Flash mode: Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Red-eye Reduction + Slow Synchro
Effective range: 2.6-11.5ft. (W)/2.6-9.8ft (T)
LCD monitor 1.5-inch D-TFD (55,000 pixels)
Camera terminal USB interface, power-input socket
Power source
2 AA alkaline batteries or Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack
AC-3V AC adapter (optional)
Dimensions 3.9(W) x 2.6(H) x 2.1(D) inches
Weight 6.2 oz. (excluding battery and media)
Shooting modes Auto, Manual, Macro, Movie
Movie recording
320 x 240 pixels up to 20sec. / 160 x 120 pixels up to 80sec
10 fps, AVI (Motion JPEG) without sound
Video out NTSC and PAL switchable
Playback Single frame (10x playback zoom), 9 multi frame
Others Self-timer: approximately 10 sec.
Accessories included
16MB xD-Picture Card
2 AA alkaline batteries
Cradle Adapter for FinePix A205
Wrist Strap
USB Cable
Video Cable
FinePix Viewer
ImageMixer VCD for FinePix
Optional accessories
AC-3v AC Adapter
PC Card Adapter DPC-AD
Compact Flash™ Card Adapter DPC-CF
Image Memory Card Reader DPC-R1
CP-FXA10 Cradle with NH-10 Ni-MH battery and AC-3VW
NH-10 Ni-MH rechargeable battery
Soft case SC-FX26
.
* Specifications subject to change without notice.

Fuji FinePix A210
Fuji's FinePix A210 digital camera. Courtesy of Fuji, with modifications by Michael R. Tomkins. Click for a bigger picture!
Number of Effective Pixels 3.2 million pixels
CCD Sensor 1/2.7” Conventional CCD System (Number of Total Pixels: 3.34 million pixels)
Number of Recorded Pixels 2048 x 1536 pixels (3.15 million), 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 pixels
File formats
Still image: JPEG (Exif Ver 2.2)
Movie: AVI (Motion JPEG)
*Design rule for Camera File system compliant / DPOF-compatible
Storage media xD-Picture Card (16MB to 512MB)
Recording capacity with one 16MB xD-Picture Card (included)
Still Images
3M 2M 1M VGA
19 25 33 122
Movie
320 x 240 160 x 120
Approx. 98 sec. Approx. 5.6 min.
Lens focal length Equivalent to 36mm-108mm on a 35mm camera
Optical zoom 3x
Digital zoom 3.2x (at 640 x 480 pixel mode)
Focus Auto focus
Focus Range Normal: 2.6ft to infinity, Macro: 0.3ft. – 3.3ft.
Aperture Range F 3.0/F7.0 (W) F4.8/F10.8 (T)
Viewfinder Real-image optical viewfinder
Exposure control Auto / Manual EV
Sensitivity Equivalent to ISO 100 when flash is off
Shutter speed 1/2 - 1/2000 sec.
White balance Automatic, Manual (Fine, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light)
Flash
Auto flash using flash control sensor
Flash mode: Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Red-eye Reduction + Slow Synchro
Effective range: 2.6-11.5ft. (W)/2.6-9.8ft (T)
LCD monitor 1.5-inch amorphous silicon TFT (60,000 pixels)
Camera terminal USB interface, power-input socket
Power source
2 AA alkaline batteries or Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack
AC-3V AC adapter (optional)
Dimensions 3.9(W) x 2.6(H) x 2.1(D) inches
Weight 6.2 oz. (excluding battery and media)
Shooting modes Auto, Manual, Macro, Movie
Movie recording
320 x 240 pixels up to 60sec. / 160 x 120 pixels up to 240sec
10 fps, AVI (Motion JPEG) without sound
Video out NTSC and PAL switchable
Playback Single frame (13x playback zoom), 9 multi frame
Others Self-timer: approximately 10 sec.
Accessories included
16MB xD-Picture Card
2 AA alkaline batteries
Cradle Adapter for FinePix A210
Wrist Strap
USB Cable
Video Cable
FinePix Viewer 4.1
ImageMixer VCD for FinePix 2.0
Optional accessories
AC-3v AC Adapter
PC Card Adapter DPC-AD
Compact Flash™ Card Adapter DPC-CF
Image Memory Card Reader DPC-R1
CP-FXA10 Cradle with NH-10 Ni-MH battery and AC-3VW
NH-10 Ni-MH rechargeable battery
Soft case SC-FX26
.
* Specifications subject to change without notice.

Original Source Press Release:

FUJIFILM ANNOUNCES ARRIVAL OF TWO NEW POINT-AND-SHOOT DIGITAL CAMERAS

Sleek, easy-to-use FinePix A205, A210 provide great images for printing and sharing

VALHALLA, NY, July 29, 2003 - Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc. today announced the arrival of two new easy-to-use digital cameras. The Fujifilm FinePix A205 and FinePix A210 combine point-and-shoot convenience with lifelike color reproduction, allowing even new digital photographers to capture high quality images.

The FinePix A205 has 2.0 million effective pixels, which produce crisp 5 x 7 prints at 1600 x 1200 (1.9 million) recorded pixels. In addition, the camera offers 3x optical and 2.5x digital zoom, and works with Fujifilm's new CP-FXA10 optional universal cradle for easy battery recharging, image downloading and video conferencing. The FinePix A205 offers 10 frames/second AVI movie capabilities, and these clips can be replayed on a TV, and recorded with a VCR, through the cradle's easy cable set-up.

The FinePix A210 offers 3.2 million effective pixels. This allows the camera to create vivid 8 x 10 prints at 2048 x 1536 (3.15 million) recorded pixels, while offering 3x optical and 3.2x digital zoom. The FinePix A210 is also compatible with the CP-FXA10 optional cradle, and also captures 10 frames/second AVI movies.

Both cameras offer consumers sleek styling and a streamlined form to help reduce shake. The FinePix A205 and A210 also provide AVI Motion JPEG movie recording at 10 frames/second, making it possible for consumers to capture everyday moments and experiences with ease.

"As the digital camera marketplace continues to experience great growth and new interest from mainstream consumers, Fujifilm continues to offer great, easy-to-use products for even the most timid first-time digital photographers," said Eric Thorng, Senior Marketing Manager, Consumer Digital Cameras, Photo Imaging Division, Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc. "The FinePix A205 and A210 offer remarkable image quality, lifelike color, and intuitive controls in a sleek and stylish package. These cameras are outstanding additions to our comprehensive line of first-class digital cameras."

Fujifilm's FinePix A205 and A210 digital cameras offer the following array of features:

  • Color intensity - The FinePix A205 and A210 provide vivid images with the rich color saturation Fujifilm is reknowned for. In addition, images captured with these cameras offer a high level of detail and contrast, making photos truer-to-life - which means that even novice digital photographers can take terrific pictures.
  • Stylish and compact - The cameras' streamlined design is sleek yet simple. Consumers can take them everywhere they go and be ready for any shot - making it easier to capture everyday moments. The FinePix A205 and A210 measure 3.9 (W) x 2.6 (H) x 2.1 (D) inches, and weigh 6.2 ounces without batteries and storage media.
  • Movie recording - The FinePix A205 and A210 can capture AVI digital video for short clips that can be replayed for friends and family at later dates with the video-out port to a TV or VCR. The FinePix A205 can record 20-second 320 x 240 pixel movies, while the FinePix A210 provides 60-second clips at the same resolution.
  • Universal cradle compatibility - the cameras are compatible with Fujifilm's new CP-FXA10 Picture Cradle, which provides a stable platform for PC-Cam mode, as well as easy downloading and rapid battery recharging of the included NH-10 Ni-MH battery pack.
  • Power maintenance - The A205 and A210 offer low battery consumption, requiring only two AA alkaline batteries. They also support the Fujifilm NH-10 Ni-MH rechargeable battery when used in conjunction with the CP-FXA10 cradle.
  • Easy to use software - Fujifilm's new FinePix Viewer 4.0 automatically launches when the camera is connected to the computer via the USB cable or optional CP-FXA10 cradle. Simple application wizards step consumers through storing, printing and sharing options. In addition, consumers can link their FinePix cameras via PC-CAM video conferences - making it easy to stay in touch with far-away friends and relatives.
The FinePix A205 and A210 come bundled with two AA alkaline batteries, USB cable, video cable, wrist strap, 16MB xD-Picture Card™, FinePix Viewer, and ImageMixer VCD for FinePix. The cameras will be available for purchase in August 2003 at the suggested list price of $199.95 for the FinePix A205 and $279.99 for the FinePix A210.

Fujifilm Makes Digital Photography Easy:
Now, consumers can get high-quality photos produced from their digital cameras just as easily as they get pictures from film cameras. It's as simple as bringing their media storage card to one of thousands of Fujifilm Digital Camera Developing services providers nationwide. Consumers are encouraged to visit www.digitalcameradelveloping.com to find a retailer in their area offering Fujifilm Digital Camera Developing services.

To help simplify digital camera technology and educate consumers about the choices available to them, Fujifilm is now traveling the country for a third year with its "Picture of America™" Tour featuring its FinePix Truck. The tour highlights Fujifilm's complete line of shoot, store, print and share digital photography solutions. Details about the truck, as well as information about where it will be next, can be found at www.fujifilm.com/finepixtour.

About Fujifilm
Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc. is the U.S. marketing subsidiary of Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. of Tokyo (FUJIY), a leading global manufacturer in three business segments, including Imaging Solutions, Information Solutions and Document Solutions. Recognized for its technological innovation and high quality, Fujifilm offers a complete portfolio of imaging, information and document products, services and e-solutions to retailers, consumers, professionals and business customers.

The complete Fujifilm product portfolio in the U.S.A. includes: professional and consumer film and cameras; digital imaging products, including cameras and printers for commercial and consumer use; digital minilabs and kiosks; photographic paper and photofinishing supplies; professional motion picture film; high-capacity floppy disks, CDs and DVDs, tape cartridges and other data storage media; videotape and audiocassettes; professional and consumer optical discs; microfilm and other micrographic products; and graphic arts film, conventional and digital printing plates, analog and digital color proofing systems, drum and flatbed scanners, imagesetters and computer-to-plate systems. Fujicolor Processing, Inc., a subsidiary of Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc., provides wholesale photofinishing through a network of laboratories across the country. Fujifilm e-Systems is a subsidiary of Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc., that develops workflow solutions to support the company's photofinishing labs and consumer photographic businesses, including online imaging services such as Fujifilm.net. Enovation Graphic Systems, Inc., a subsidiary of Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc., is the largest U.S. distributor of equipment, consumables and technical services for the graphic communications industry.

For more information on Fujifilm products, consumers can call 800-800-FUJI or access the Fujifilm USA Web site at www.fujifilm.com.

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