Fujifilm Finepix S4500

The Fujifilm Finepix S4500 from 2012 offers an accessible introduction to bridge cameras, pairing a 30x optical zoom lens with a 14.0-megapixel CCD sensor. It sports an electronic viewfinder, a 3.0-inch LCD screen, and uses 4 AA batteries so you never have to hunt for proprietary wall chargers while traveling. Multiple scene modes make operation simple right out of the box.

It is great for amateur photographers, weekend hikers, and families looking for a versatile holiday camera without the expense or complexity of interchangeable lenses. Daylight images show pleasing warmth and solid clarity across the focal range. Keep in mind that autofocus slows down in lower light, and it is strictly an outdoor or flash-assisted performer.

All cameras are meticulously tested 3 times before being put up for sale. A 4th and final testing will be done prior to shipping out.