January 2002 – Word has leaked out pre-PMA of a new digital SLR, the FujiFilm FinePix S2 Pro, which …

 

January 2002 – Word has leaked out pre-PMA of a new digital SLR, the FujiFilm FinePix S2 Pro, which is based on the Nikon F80 body and features a new third-generation Super CCD sensor with 6.17 million effective pixels that can output a 12 megapixel image file. The FinePix S2 Pro builds on the excellent reputation of its predecessor for high colour quality and offers the following new features:

  • Compatibility with all AF-D type, AF-G type and AF-S type Nikkor lenses;
  • Sensitivity range from ISO 100-1600;
  • A CCD Raw mode, which delivers the image before it has been processed by the camera’s internal algorithms;
  • 36 MB uncompressed file and 72 MB CCD-Raw file (16 bit TIFF-RGB) options;
  • Shutter speed from 30 to 1/4000 second plus burst mode of up to 2 frames per second;
  • Dynamic AF, Dynamic AF with closest-subject-priority, Single Area AF and Focus Tracking;
  • Dual IEEE1394 FireWire and USB interface for image transfer and computer-controlled shooting;
  • Dual media slots for SmartMedia and CompactFlash type II (IBM Microdrive compatible);
  • Cross-ranged, five area Autofocus System;
  • 3D Matrix, Centre-Weighted and Spot Metering with appropriate lenses;
  • 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill Flash;
  • Flexible Program mode;
  • 18 Custom settings;
  • X-type flash synch socket;
  • Voice caption mode for audio recording.

The new model will not be available until mid-year. Sadly, working models will not be on show at the Photo & Imaging Trade Show in Sydney between 5 and 7 April . More details will be posted as they become available.