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Fujifilm Discovery 312 38-120mm Zoom Date 35mm Camera

Fujifilm Discovery 312 38-120mm Zoom Date 35mm Camera

List Price: $179.99
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Rating: 2 stars
Summary: Risky
Review:
I used one of these cameras a few years ago while my camera was being repaired. Since then, I have tried other cameras, including the more expensive Pentax IQ and the new Canon EOS Rebel 2000. Nothing has come close to the picture quality and ease of use of the Fuji Discovery Cameras. I recently bought the slightly updated version of this camera (the 320 QD) for myself and have loved it.

Unlike the Pentax IQ series, this camera allows you to leave the flash off without keeping the shutter open longer (blurring pictures). It's the only camera that takes excellent shots in a dim cathedral. You would think that newer cameras would be better than this older model, but they just aren't!

The only drawbacks of this camera are its bulky size (which I actually like, because it feels good and solid in my hand) and the rather dim viewfinder. But the pictures never come out dim. If you find the Discovery 320, it comes in a nice silver color with a grey rubber grip on the side. Highly recommended!!!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Better pictures than the Canon EOS Rebel and Pentax IQ 145QD
Review:
I used one of these cameras a few years ago while my camera was being repaired. Since then, I have tried other cameras, including the more expensive Pentax IQ and the new Canon EOS Rebel 2000. Nothing has come close to the picture quality and ease of use of the Fuji Discovery Cameras. I recently bought the slightly updated version of this camera (the 320 QD) for myself and have loved it.

Unlike the Pentax IQ series, this camera allows you to leave the flash off without keeping the shutter open longer (blurring pictures). It's the only camera that takes excellent shots in a dim cathedral. You would think that newer cameras would be better than this older model, but they just aren't!

The only drawbacks of this camera are its bulky size (which I actually like, because it feels good and solid in my hand) and the rather dim viewfinder. But the pictures never come out dim. If you find the Discovery 320, it comes in a nice silver color with a grey rubber grip on the side. Highly recommended!!!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Fuji Discovery 312 Date is the best.
Review: Fuji Discovery 312 Date is the best camera for general user : complete features (zoom until 120 mm, date, panorama, etc.).

Rating: 2 stars
Summary: Risky
Review: I just got this camera and was first delighted by all the features it carries within an acceptable price. However, after careful observation, it seems that this camera's design is old and technology outdated since 1993 (this is the default start date set by the camera itself, which makes it risky). Also, it doesnt run smooth and I've heard bad things about Fuji's customer service as mentioned by others. I am disappointed and plan to return it back for an exchange. You are better off with a Nikon 90 QD/120 ED or, if you can afford, a Canon Rebel.
This is a sincere advice: Don't buy this brand!

Rating: 2 stars
Summary: Exciting features, disappointing performance
Review: I received this camera as a gift about 5 years ago. I love the ability to take a panoramic shot here and there. It is good for large family shots where you are trying to fit everyone in. I also enjoy the remote control. We used it a lot on our honeymoon. That's the good side.

On the down side, the film advance and zoom are VERY loud. Don't expect to use it in a quiet setting like a wedding. The view finder does not accurately represent the picture; it seems to be offcenter. Because of this, you have to be VERY careful when focusing to make sure that you are getting the *right* part of the view finder on the subject that you want to focus on. In addition, I can't hand off my camera to someone else to take the picture, because it is never in focus. Never was able to get this fixed.

I have "learned" to be able to take decent pictures with it, but even I miss it sometimes...and it is always on the really cute pictures. I have been limping along with it mostly because it worked good enough to tolerate all the "lost" good pictures.

We are now expecting a baby, and I want to be able to get good pictures for myself and to be able to have others take good pictures with it too. So we are shopping for a replacement...Finally...Allelujia!

Rating: 2 stars
Summary: Exciting features, disappointing performance
Review: I received this camera as a gift about 5 years ago. I love the ability to take a panoramic shot here and there. It is good for large family shots where you are trying to fit everyone in. I also enjoy the remote control. We used it a lot on our honeymoon. That's the good side.

On the down side, the film advance and zoom are VERY loud. Don't expect to use it in a quiet setting like a wedding. The view finder does not accurately represent the picture; it seems to be offcenter. Because of this, you have to be VERY careful when focusing to make sure that you are getting the *right* part of the view finder on the subject that you want to focus on. In addition, I can't hand off my camera to someone else to take the picture, because it is never in focus. Never was able to get this fixed.

I have "learned" to be able to take decent pictures with it, but even I miss it sometimes...and it is always on the really cute pictures. I have been limping along with it mostly because it worked good enough to tolerate all the "lost" good pictures.

We are now expecting a baby, and I want to be able to get good pictures for myself and to be able to have others take good pictures with it too. So we are shopping for a replacement...Finally...Allelujia!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Best Camera for your money.
Review: The Small camera with the Big picture. Excellent Pictures, makes a novice look good.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Great pictures start here!
Review: This is the best camera we've ever owned! The timer and remote finctions enable us to take pictures with both of us actually in them! Versatile, easy to use and very reliable.


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