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Fuji FinePix F601 Zoom A new SuperCCD sensor gives Fuji's latest ultra compact true 3.1 megapixel resolution and great color. Select a topic Reference: Datasheet FinePix F601 Photo Gallery! FinePix F601 Test Images --------------------------------- 1. Intro and Highlights 2. Executive Overview 3. Design 4. Viewfinder 5. Optics 6. Exposure & Flash 7. Shutter Lag & Cycle Time Tests 8. Operation & User Interface 9. Camera Modes & Menus 10. Image Storage & Interface 11. Video, Power, Software 12. Test Results & Conclusion --------------------------------- Print-Friendly Review Version Additional Resources and Other Links Reader Comments on FinePix F601 Review --------------------------------- Digital Camera Comparometer (TM) --------------------------------- <-- Digital Cameras (Home) <-- Digital Camera Reviews Index <<Image Storage & Interface :(Previous) | (Next): Test Results & Conclusion>> Page 11:Video, Power, Software Review First Posted: 6/21/2002

Video Out
The F601 Zoom itself does not come with a Video Out function. However, the separate accessory cradle unit features a Video Out jack and comes with an AV cable for connecting the cradle to a television set. Once connected, the F601 Zoom plays back captured images and movies on the television screen.

Power
An NP-60 rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack powers the F601 Zoom. An included AC adapter also acts as an in-camera battery charger (you can also charge the battery through the cradle accessory). The self-timer LED lights solid on the front of the camera whenever the battery is charging. Fuji estimates that a fully charged NP-60 battery pack should provide about 120 shots with the LCD monitor on, and 250 shots with it switched off (or two hours of video/audio recording with the LCD monitor on and four hours of audio recording with the LCD off). A battery icon flashes in the LCD monitor when the battery power is getting low.

Operating Mode	Power Drain (@ 5v)	Estimated Minutes (1035mAh, 3.7v NP-60)
Capture Mode, w/LCD	507 mA	91
Capture Mode, no LCD	397 mA	116
Half-pressed shutter w/LCD	561 mA	82
Half-pressed w/o LCD	561 mA	82
Memory Write (transient)	1021 mA	n/a
Flash Recharge (transient)	1021 mA	n/a
Image Playback	250 mA	183

Battery life is average to a bit better than average for a compact digicam. An hour and a half of run time with the LCD on in capture mode (the worst case power mode for normal operation) is about as good as you can expect from a compact digicam. Given this relatively short run time, my normal recommendation to purchase a second battery to keep charged and on hand applies even more strongly than usual. (These batteries are a little hard to find on the open market. DigiPower has begun manufacturing an NP-60 replacement unit though: Look for the DigiPower model BP-NP60 in retailers carrying that line.)

Included Software
A USB cable accompanies the camera, as well as a software CD loaded with USB drivers, Fuji FinePix Viewer, and ArcSoft VideoImpression. All software is compatible with current versions of Windows and Macintosh operating systems (with an additional copy of FinePix Viewer for Mac OS X). Fuji's FinePix Viewer software lets you view and categorize thumbnail images and set them up for printing. You can also view images at full size and perform minor corrections. The Windows version of FinePix Viewer includes the PictureHello software utility, which sets up the F601 Zoom as a videoconference tool, and provides limited remote control of the camera. ArcSoft's VideoImpression software provides minor video editing capabilities, letting you add or delete frames, add music, etc.

In the Box
Packaged with the FinePix F601 Zoom are the following items:

• AC adapter.
• 16MB SmartMedia card.
• NP-60 rechargeable battery.
• Wrist strap.
• USB cable.
• Software CD.
• Instruction manual and registration kit.