Fujifilm FinePix S6500fd Point & Shoot Camera
The Fujifilm S6500fd is a 6MP 1/1.7 inch compact camera — known for its 6MP 1/1.7-Inch Sensor and Real Photo Processor II. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Fujifilm FinePix S6500fd Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Fujifilm S6500fd
Key Features — Fujifilm S6500fd
6MP 1/1.7-Inch Sensor: A larger-than-average compact sensor for its era, delivering better image quality and dynamic range than smaller point-and-shoot sensors.
Real Photo Processor II: Fujifilm's dedicated image processing engine handles color rendering and noise reduction in-camera.
Face Detection Autofocus: Automatically identifies and locks focus on faces in the frame, useful for portraits and group shots.
Dual Viewfinder Options: Both a 2.5-inch LCD and an Electronic Viewfinder allow comfortable composition in bright outdoor light where screens are hard to read.
ISO 100–3200 Range: Extends usable sensitivity into low-light situations beyond what most compact cameras of this period offered.
AA Battery Power: Runs on four standard AA batteries rated for approximately 400 shots, making replacements easy to source anywhere in the world.
Camera Specifications — Fujifilm S6500fd
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.7 inch |
| Resolution | 6MP |
| Processor | Real Photo Processor II |
| ISO Range | 100 – 3200 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | Multiple points |
| Burst Rate | 2.2 fps |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | Standard |
Description — Fujifilm S6500fd
The Fujifilm FinePix S6500fd is a point-and-shoot camera centered on a 1/1.7-inch, 6MP sensor driven by the Real Photo Processor II image engine. The ISO range runs from 100 to 3200, and the autofocus system combines Contrast Detection and Face Detection AF across multiple focus points. For composing shots, shooters can choose between the 2.5-inch, 235,000-dot TFT LCD or the 115,000-dot Electronic Viewfinder, making outdoor use more manageable.
Burst shooting reaches 2.2 frames per second, and color profiles include Standard, Chrome, and Black & White for stills. Video records at 30fps in 8-bit color. The plastic body measures 131 x 98 x 128 mm and weighs 600g, with no weather sealing.
Power comes from 4 x AA batteries rated at approximately 400 shots per charge. The built-in pop-up flash supports Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, and Slow sync modes, while connectivity is handled via USB.
Pros — Fujifilm S6500fd
- ✓Dual composition options with both a 2.5-inch TFT LCD (235,000 dots) and an EVF (115,000 dots)
- ✓Face Detection AF system helps lock focus on subjects in multi-person scenes
- ✓ISO range of 100–3200 provides flexibility across different lighting conditions
Cons — Fujifilm S6500fd
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital IS
- ✗6MP sensor resolution is modest, limiting large print or heavy crop potential
- ✗Internal storage only with no mention of card slot support in specs
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