IS-1 Specialist cameras Camera from Fujifilm Ireland

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2.0 tilting LCD monitor with live view
9 million pixel Super CCD HR sensitive to both visible and infrared light
Full Manual Control with RAW
Full movie mode with zoom
Intergrated to 28-300mm lens
Movie Mode
Real Photo Technology

The IS-1 is a specially modified Neo-SLR digital camera with a built-in 10.7X zoom that helps reduce dust common in interchangeable lens SLR's. This camera is more suited to the point and shoot needs of forensic or scientific photographers, yet retains some of the basic features that made the S3 Pro UVIR so popular.

You still have the impressive zoom lens; covering the crucial 28-300mm* range, and crafted from the highest standard Fujinon optics, this is a built-in lens that has been engineered to work perfectly with the camera's sensor technology. And the sensor technology is just as advanced – a nine million effective pixel Super CCD and Real Photo Processor combination that not only delivers on detail, but also the major image quality milestones: colour, low noise, dynamic range and sensitivity.

What's In The Box

These accessories are included as standard

4xAA type Alkaline batteries
USB Cable (mini-B)
Lens cap
Lens hood
FinePixViewer
RAW File Converter LE

Shoulder strap
A/V Cable
Lens cap holder
USB driver
ImageMixer VCD2 LE for FinePix
Hyper Utility Software

To get a closer look, click on an image to zoom in

Design

Integrated Design

The design of the IS-1 allows you to do many things that you can't with a digital SLR. For instance, using the 2-inch LCD to compose your image, rather than having to lift the camera to cover your eye. Using the zoom to reach virtually any of the major focal lengths, rather than having to change lenses and possibly see harmful dust enter the camera, not to mention missing the shot. Also, the mirror-free design allows you to enjoy the added functionality of a movie mode, which is something that SLRs cannot offer.

Fast Responses

People that use the IS-1 will not miss many shots. There is no agonising wait as a motor extends the lens (it is already in position), and the autofocus locks on to subjects with a speed that will make you think twice as to whether this really is not a DSLR. With its use of manual zoom ring, dials and buttons for important functions, the IS-1 is designed for photographers who do not want their camera to get in the way of their photography.

Fujinon 28-300mm* Lens

Unlike interchangeable lenses, this one's fixed to the camera forever. And that is a good thing – not only will the interior of the camera be protected from dust and the elements, but you also have an incredible zoom range at your disposal. Fujinon optics have an enviable reputation within the photography industry for their clarity and quality, and the lens on the S9600 lives up to the name. The 13 elements include one hybrid aspherical element; one glass moulded aspherical element, as well as ED glass. Furthermore, photography enthusiasts will like the manual twist barrel zoom control, as well as the manual focusing ring, both giving pinpoint control.

*35mm equivalent

Tilting 2-inch LCD Monitor

One of the more visible improvements on the IS-1 is the large 2-inch LCD monitor, mounted on a tiltable axis on the back of the camera. Possessing an extremely detailed display of 235,000 pixels, it enables you to check focus and get an immediate idea of image sharpness. Unlike an SLR, you will find yourself able to shoot above your head and from the floor, unlocking amazing shooting potential.

Super CCD with Real Photo Technology

This camera is about a lot more than just nine million pixels. Super CCD technology has long been associated with class-leading performance in top-end digital cameras. Unlike generic image sensors, this system is developed and manufactured entirely in-house, and is performance only available from Fujifilm. The IS-1 sees refinements in the area of image sharpness, delivering a bitingly crisp rendition of reality. Furthermore, the impressive ISO range of 100-1600 means that you will get great, blur-free results in all light, not just daylight. Because of its incredible potential in low light conditions, the IS-1's auto focus has been further improved, enabling it to find focus more quickly in dim conditions.

The technology designed into the Fujifilm IS-1 was initially designed for traditional visible wavelength imagery. However, the natural low noise signature of the Fujifilm Super CCD produces high quality high resolution images within a limited band of Visual to Infrared. Because of the wide range of light spectrums captured, focusing and exposure are often done manually. However if enough visible light is available auto focusing will work.

Movie Mode

Anyone who doesn't think that much of movie modes on digital cameras has not tried this one. Not only does it offer the top-level 30 fps VGA benchmark, but you can also use the zoom lens during recording, which is a special enhancement of this feature. With the massive onboard media storage, the IS-1 offers extended movie potential, and is a valuable backup to the camera's still image capability.

Hyper Utility Software HS-V3

As an added bonus, the IS-1 comes packaged with a high-value piece of software aimed at getting the absolute maximum out of the camera's formidable imaging potential. The HS-V3 software processes RAW files from the camera, enabling the user to fine-tune sharpness settings, white balance and other image parameters without worrying about 'losing' information, which is what happens when jpegs are recorded and re-recorded again. When you select the RAW option, the camera gives you the original 18 million pixel file that is delivered to the processor, and the HS-V3 software enables you to get the most out of it.

Aperture: F2.8 - F11, 13 steps in 1/3 EV increments Manual/Auto selectable

CCD sensor: 1/1.6-inch Super CCD HR Number of total pixels : 9.24 million pixels

Colour modes: STANDARD/ CHROME / B&W

Digital Interface: USB2.0 High-Speed

Digital Zoom: Approx. 2.0 X (10.7x optical zoom lens is used together: Max. zoom scale: 21.4x)

Dimensions: 128.0(W) X 93.0 (H) X 129.0(D) mm / 5.0(W) X 3.7(H) X 5.1(D) in.

Exposure modes: Programmed AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual

File format: Still image - CCD-RAW/JPEG (Exif Ver 2.2)

Focus: Auto focus (Area,Multi,Center)/Manual focus/Continuous AF AF assist illuminator available, Effective range:up to 3.5m(Wide angle)

Focus distance: Normal - Wide Angle: Approx. 40cm /1.3 ft. to infinity Telephoto: Approx. 2.0m /6.6ft. to infinity Macro - Wide Angle: Approx. 10cm - 3.0m /4.0 in.- 9.8 ft. Telephoto: Approx. 90cm - 3.0m /3.0ft.- 9.8 ft. Super Macro - Approx. 1cm - 1.0m / 0.4 in.-3.3 ft.(Wide angle only)

LCD Monitor: 2.0-inch Low temperature polysilicon TFT (approx. 235,000 pixels), Approx. 100% coverage

Lens: Fujinon 10.7X zoom lens , F 2.8 - F4.9

Lens focal length: f=6.2 - 66.7 mm. (Equivalent to 28 - 300 mm on a 35 mm camera)

Movie recording: 640 x 480 / 320 x 240 pixels, 30 frames/sec., with monaural sound. AVI format (Motion JPEG )

Number of effective pixels: 9.0million pixels

Playback: Single frame, 9 Multi-frame, Exposure information with histogram, Sorting by date, Image rotate, Trimming, Automatic playback,Navigation screen on playback zoom

Power source: 4xAA type alkaline batteries(included)/ 4xAA type Ni-MH rechargeable batteries(optional) or AC power adapter AC-5VX(optional)

Self-timer: Approx. 2 / 10 sec. delay

Sensitivity: AUTO/Equivalent to ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600

Shooting modes: Normal - Auto, Scene Position, Anti-Blur, Natural Light, Portrait, Landscape, Night Continuous - 1.Top-4 : Max. 1.5 frames / sec. up to 4 frames 2. Final- 4 : Max. 1.5 frames / sec. up to 4 frames 3. Long-period : Max 1.1 frames / sec. up to 40 frames High speed shooting

Shutter speed: Auto/Anti Blur/Natural Light/Portrait/Landscape : 1/4sec. to 1/4000 sec. Auto/Anti Blur/Natural Light/Portrait/Landscape : 1/4sec. to 1/4000 sec.

Storage media: Slot No 1 - xD-Picture Card? (16MB to 2GB) Slot No 2 - CF Card and MicroDrive?(compatibility is listed on Fujifilm website: http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital/)

Video Output: NTSC / PAL selectable

Viewfinder: 0.44-inch low temperature polysilicon TFT(approx.235,000 pixels), Approx. 100% coverage

Voice memo: Up to 30 sec. WAV format

Weight: Approx. 650g / 22.9oz.(excluding batteries and storage media) Approx. 760g / 26.8oz.(including batteries and xD-Picture Card)

White balance: Automatic Manual : Fine, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light, Custom(2 types)