Fujifilm FinePix XP80 Waterproof Digital Camera with 2.7-Inch LCD (Blue)

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And truth be told, much of the time it’s not any better than you can get out of the latest smartphone cameras.

To utilise this feature, users can download the free “FUJIFILM Camera Remote" app to their smartphone or tablet device and easily transfer photos and videos, by browsing photos and videos in the camera from the device and downloading directly. The technology also syncs the time and location information from your device and attaches it to images. But when you factor in the camera’s core selling points—waterproof and cost-effective—it’s a much more attractive proposition. He has enjoyed more than 15 years in the photo video industry with most of those in the world of tech journalism.Low light does remain a challenge, though, which means performance will drop off if you test its 10m waterproofing in dim conditions. The XP70 offers a 5x optical zoom lens that includes a 28mm *2 wide-angle setting for sweeping landscape and scenic shots. I never saw water or sand on the interior of the plastic casing and the film certainly wasn’t ruined by any water. Screens front and rear are handy for framing yourself at sea, even if the rear touch interface doesn’t work underwater. It’s a Fujinon optical zoom lens that, when factoring in the size of the sensor, is the equivalent of a 28 to 140mm zoom on a full-frame camera.

Because waterproof cameras exist to let you shoot photos and videos in aquatic conditions, we assess every camera’s imaging performance in a range of scenarios. Wireless transfer is also available for the FUJIFILM instax SHARE printer, allowing you to print instantly wherever you are.Be sure the camera is completely dry before inserting or removing batteries or memory cards or connecting the USB or HDMI cable. It’s not the best in low light, but the flagship model is packed with useful features that also make it one of the best action cameras. I've been shooting for 30+ years, and my photos and time-lapse videos have appeared in a bunch of different publications, from major newspapers to magazines and books, billboards, TV shows, professional sports stadiums, museums, and even massive architectural scrims covering world-famous buildings while they're being renovated.

The camera complies with JIS Class 8 water resistance and JIS Class 6 (IP68) dust resistance standards, and has passed Fujifilm drop tests (drop height: 1. With relatively few buttons on the outside, the settings are changed using the menu system on the back screen.

While that’s pretty straightforward to fix when you’re editing the photos, you really shouldn’t have to–at least not as often as you do with the photos that come out of these cameras. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy. These results were obtained through in-house testing and are not a blanket guarantee of water resistance or invulnerability to damage or destruction.

Further protection from the elements is offered by the double-lock mechanism on the battery/memory card compartment that prevents accidental opening, plus there’s a front grip and thumb rest for assured handling. Sept 27: Nikon has announced a new high-end, fast telephoto prime that promises to be a hit with portrait and wedding photographers as well as those shooting cinematic video: the Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm ƒ/1. Photos can be transferred to your smartphone or tablet by simply pressing the Wi-Fi button on the camera. It’s a 24MP full-frame sensor and has an impressive array of features (4K120 video, 8-stop 5-axis stabilization, 759-point phase detection AF with tacking, etc). I tend to turn the flash off for most of my shooting, but I’ve found that the fill flash on this camera actually works quite well.Finally, the Motion Panorama 360° function offers the chance to capture superb panoramic shots at the touch of a button. The Fujifilm XP140 is a compact, tough model with a 16-megapixel BSI-CMOS sensor and 5x optical zoom. Designed to go deep, the Coolpix W300 can capture 16MP stills and 4K video down to an impressive 30m, with a depth gauge graphic to go with it. To access this you need to depress the button in the middle of the gripped wheel and turn it to minimise the chances of accidental opening while the camera is wet. The viewfinder is nearly impossible to use underwater with goggles, so you can’t really see what you are shooting underwater.