Fujifilm FinePix F31fd
Announced September 25, 2006
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Reviewer Consensus
Strong
The Fujifilm FinePix F31fd is a compact camera that excels in low-light environments and offers class-leading battery life. While it introduces useful face detection technology, the device is largely a minor update to its predecessor that retains some functional limitations.
Weighted from 8 reviewer scores
Pros
- Sturdy build quality and effective flash performance
- Exceptional low-light performance and high ISO image quality
- Industry-leading battery longevity
- Sharp resolution and minimal shutter lag
- Reliable and fast autofocus with face detection capabilities
Cons
- Inconsistent autofocus performance and purple fringing issues
- Lack of advanced features like RAW format, histograms, and optical stabilization
- Non-intuitive interface and fiddly controls
- Limited shooting modes and restrictive continuous drive
- Dependence on proprietary media and lack of manual focus
- Launch price $399 (USD)
- Sensor 6.1MP Smaller than 1-inch CCD
- Stabilization None
What the Reviewers Say
All 8 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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Pretty much everything we said about the F30 applies equally to the F31fd (in fact you’ll notice that sections of the conclusion below are lifted straight from that review); this is a very minor upgrade indeed, which is good news and bad news.
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[T]he beginner to achieve better portrait shots.
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The Fujifilm FinePix F31fd is a superb compact digital camera, capable of producing outstanding results in circumstances that would defeat most other models.
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Don't fall for the megapixels arms race - this is a fantastic second camera for evening and snap shooting.
- Digital Trends 7/10
Face Detection is all the rage for 2007 digicams. Fujifilm can take credit for it since the company put the technology on the map late last year with the introduction of the FinePix S6000fd and F31fd.
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What separates this camera from all the other 6-meg point-and-shoots is a sensor that enables it to detect faces in the frame—up to ten at a time—and automatically set the precise focus and exposure for each one.
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[T]his has been just a fantastic camera.
- urban75 85%
[A]ll these minor niggles don't stop us highly recommending the F31fd, with the camera offering class-leading low light performance, fast start up times, good flash performance and a sturdy build that should last for years.
