Fuji Finepix 1300 Reviews

Written on: 26/10/2001

“I am very disappointed in this camera. I bought it...”

I am very disappointed in this camera. I bought it after reading all the good reviews about it, but not as good as I thought. It's complicated and can only use it with the free downloaded software as the one that came with it is hopeless....

Written on: 24/10/2001

“I am very happy with the camera, when it's working. ”

I am very happy with the camera, when it's working.
The batteries supplied lasted about 2 hours. I purchased a top line Varta charger and hydride batteries. It seems to dislike the cold and I always have problems getting it going.
I kept getting 'unrecognised device' errors on initial installation and the Fuji technical support line was useless.
Fortunately I work in IT support and managed to get it working after a complete re-installation of Windows.
I recommend if anyone else gets...

Written on: 15/10/2001

“I bought the Mega Special with charger, batteries and...”

I bought the Mega Special with charger, batteries and 32mb Smartcard.
It arrived 3 days later (although somewhat slung in a box) but all working perfectly.
I have found it to be excellent and a worthwhile buy and that's without the good software and web space.
My Advice:Go For It!...

Written on: 26/09/2001

“I have just been using my digital camera for 4 weeks,...”

I have just been using my digital camera for 4 weeks, the size the comfort and ease of use is just magic, I've compared images from more expensive cameras with much higher mega pixels and up to now I can't see any difference, I'm delighted with my Finepix 1300....

Written on: 19/09/2001

“The Fuji Finepix 1300 represents excellent value for...”

The Fuji Finepix 1300 represents excellent value for money for those making their first breakthrough into digital photography, but only want a basic camera for simple snaps. The photos produced are small enough to be emailed to friends and family without clogging up their telephone line (300kb each), yet the quality is good enough to be blown up to A4 size (if you want to) without serious deterioration.

At the time of writing (Sept 01), this is one of the cheapest digital cameras on the...

Written on: 06/09/2001

“Extremely pleased with this digital camera. After...”

Extremely pleased with this digital camera. After having hunted around the shops this was by far the best deal I could find. The picture quality is great for a basic camera. A mate has the finepix 2400 and there's not much between the two. It's really easy to use so long as you choose the auto setting. For a basic camera if you turn auto off you seem to be able to set most options manually (I'm definitely not a professional photographer). The flash has a surprisingly good range. If you go for the...

Written on: 29/08/2001

“This was my first experience of a digital camera and I...”

This was my first experience of a digital camera and I have not been disappointed. The 1280 x 960 resolution together with the wide-angle lens gives incredibly sharp pictures with accurate colours. It's worth forking out the extra to get the NiMH batteries and additional 32Mb card, which can store 50 pics at the highest quality. The NiMH batteries last OK, but the camera sucks the life out of ordinary batteries at the same speed as the shutter.

The camera is easy to use, and copes well...

Written on: 13/08/2001

“I had borrowed a friends Fuji DX10, so the finepix...”

I had borrowed a friends Fuji DX10, so the finepix 1300 was always in my top 5 when looking. In the end, experience of Fuji was the overriding factor and I haven't been disappointed. The 8mb card is great for storing lots of pics. Stumbled over internetcamerasdirect on a web search to see who had it in stock and was surprised to see how much they undercut others. And the icing on the cake was... ordered lunchtime, delivered the following morning at 8.30...

Written on: 12/08/2001

“As a complete novice to digital cameras I found this...”

As a complete novice to digital cameras I found this camera so easy to use and download for printing and the results were excellent....

Written on: 05/07/2001

“Very pleased with this digital camera which I...”

Very pleased with this digital camera which I basically wanted to use in the introduction to IT classes which I teach. Needed to be simple, reliable and reasonably good image quality. The Finepix 1300 has fulfilled all my requirements...

Written on: 25/06/2001

“I just got this digital camera for my birthday, and...”

I just got this digital camera for my birthday, and I've been happy with it from day 1. It's easy to use for someone with limited camera experience such as myself, and it took me only a few minutes to work out how to do the different functions the camera allowed....

Written on: 01/06/2001

“What a bargain! ”

What a bargain!

Thanks InternetCamerasDirect. I got the Fuji Finepix 1300 + charger + batteries + Fuji AC adapter + additional Fuji 32 meg card + mini-tripod + editing software for less than £220.


This camera is just what I expected for a digital camera under £180. Yes there are some quirks like the self-timer having to be set each time, the view finder under the LCD and no lens cover. However, I can live with that for this price and didn't expect anything...

Written on: 31/05/2001

“I am very impressed with the quick delivery and...”

I am very impressed with the quick delivery and outstanding value offered by internetcamerasdirect.
I bought the 'mega special' deal with extra 32M smart cart, rechargeable batteries etc and have still paid well below the basic high street price for the camera alone.
The useful reviews posted on this site have enabled me to make an informed choice of model and the 1300 has lived up to my expectations. The PC connection via the USB port is very simple with the camera appearing as another...

Written on: 27/05/2001

“I've had the Finepix 1300 digital camera for several...”

I've had the Finepix 1300 digital camera for several months now, and I've only found a couple of bad points, so I'll get them out of the way first.

Unfortunately, you can only fit about 10 of the highest quality pictures on the provided 8MB Smartmedia card, I've now bought an extra 64MB one, which stores around 100. I'd recommend buying an extra memory card, because even though I've a laptop, I don't always want to be taking it everywhere I take the camera, and desktop users don't have...

Written on: 23/05/2001

“Unfortunately - I only found out about...”

Unfortunately - I only found out about internetcamerasdirect AFTER I'd bought the thing from Jessops!!! So I paid £25 more - as well as getting NO ac adapter or tripod etc... oh well... I'll know next time!...

Written on: 15/05/2001

“a great camera with all the features of a high end...”

a great camera with all the features of a high end camera well worth purchasing. i dont think there is a camera for the price to match it. Also the best price on the net and a good bundle deal for still less than high street prices. internetcamerasdirect provide a great service and are very polite people. I will be dealing with them in the future....

Written on: 11/05/2001

“ALTHOUGH I HAVE NO GREAT INTEREST IN PHOTOGRAPHY AND...”

ALTHOUGH I HAVE NO GREAT INTEREST IN PHOTOGRAPHY AND THIS BABY WAS MY 1ST EXPERIANCE WITH A DIGITAL CAMERA, I AM VERY IMPRESSED WITH THE EASE OF USE AND FEATURES. AFTER UNBOXING AND READING THE USERS MANUAL FOR 15 MINUTES, I WAS TAKING PICTURES, CONNECTING TO MY LAPTOP AND UPLOADING PHOTOS TO MY DESIRED INTERNET SITE. HAVE NOT TRIED ANY OF THE MORE ADVANCED FEATURES YET AND I MAY NOT HAVE TO, IF THE PLUG AND PLAY QUALITY CONTINUES....

Written on: 22/04/2001

“overall excellent camera.”

overall excellent camera....

Written on: 24/03/2001

“I wanted a digital camera to be able to quickly and...”

I wanted a digital camera to be able to quickly and easily send pictures of my growing children to my family in Florida. I wanted the pictures taken though to be good enough to print and not only internet quality. I bought this camera from Internet Cameras Direct in December 2000 and have taken nearly 500 shots in 3 months. I would probably be lucky to take 36 with my 35mm SLR in a year (far too lazy for my own good). I think this camera is great value for money and you can take pictures all day...

Written on: 17/03/2001

“The lcd is great because you can check your pictures...”

The lcd is great because you can check your pictures straight away. You need to have a charger, or it eats batteries.
Combined with a decent printer you can produce your own pictures at photo shop quality.
I would recommend this to anyone starting out, as it is fantastic!!!!...

Written on: 14/03/2001

“For a camera at this price, I think it is very good...”

For a camera at this price, I think it is very good value for money. Build quality is excellent and so are the results. The instructions are very easy to understand, and for anyone beginning digital photography, this is an excellent start. My only minor complaint is that there is no lens cover, but if you get a case it's no problem....