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FUJIFILM U.S.A. Inc. has announced the launch of the 9MP FinePix A900 and 8MP FinePix A820 digital cameras. Both cameras have been designed specifically for the first-time digital camera buyer and users seeking an affordable, easy-to-operate upgrade to their current digital camera. The cameras incorporate Fujifilm’s signature Super CCD sensor technology, a 4x Optical Zoom lens and feature ISO levels of up to ISO 800.

The FinePix A900 and A820 cameras feature a new, intuitive icon-based Graphic User Interface (GUI). When users switch shooting modes, scene positions or control settings, a brief explanation of the setting is momentarily displayed on the LCD screen. Additionally, both cameras feature a conveniently placed mode dial that provides easy access to the most commonly used shooting modes, including Auto, Picture Stabilization and Movie mode and allows 1-touch access to other pre-programmed scene modes.

Main Features of Both Cameras

• Super CCD sensor technology
• 4x Optical Zoom Fujinon lens
• ISO levels of up to ISO 800
• Large 2.5-inch LCD display
• Icon-based Graphic User Interface
• 16 pre-programmed scene modes
• ‘IrSimpleâ„¢’ technology

‘IrSimpleâ„¢’ enables the FinePix A900 and A820 to instantly and wirelessly, connect and transmit digital images to other IrSimpleâ„¢ enabled devices such as other digital cameras, PDAs and photo kiosks. It provides a faster, more secure means to share pictures with family and friends.

For greater flexibilty, the FinePix A900 and A820 also feature a “xD/SD Media Compatible slot” – a single slot that accepts not only Fujifilm’s traditional xD-Picture Cardsâ„¢, but also SecureDigitalâ„¢ (SD) media cards.

Pricing and Availability

The FinePix A900 and FinePix A820 will be available in May 2007 for prices of $199.95 and $179.95, respectively (US MSRP).