Why do the pics looks fuzzy? My old Sony took super sharp pictures, yet no matter what, all my pics turn out with fuzzy detail. I've tried different settings, but to no avail. Does anyone know how to remedy this? Why do the pics looks fuzzy? My old Sony took super sharp pictures, yet no matter what, all my pics turn out with fuzzy detail. I've tried different settings, but to no avail. Does anyone... » Read More Why do the pics looks fuzzy? My old Sony took super sharp pictures, yet no matter what, all my pics turn out with fuzzy detail. I've tried different settings, but to no avail. Does anyone know how to remedy this? « Show Less
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check your lens for fingerprints. Got a bunch of pix one time blurry because of that.
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Doc - Try switching to "neutral" or "Standard" if you are in "Vivid" color mode. Both of those settings provide less contrast, saturation, and sharpening than "Vivid." Those 3 things add noise (and blurring) if used to much - particularly in low light. I think the skin tones look better in Neutral or Standard also. You can add those things back individually in post processing in the computer if you want. "Vivid," however is great for bright sun or bright open shade - and, of course, to capture the most "vivid" colors - but at some price. Color modes are found in 3/3 of the capture menu. Doc - Try switching to "neutral" or "Standard" if you are in "Vivid" color mode. Both of those settings provide less contrast, saturation, and sharpening than "Vivid." Those 3 things add noise (and blurring) if used to much - particularly in low light. I think the skin tones look better in Neutral or Standard also. You can add those things back individually in post processing in the computer if you want. "Vivid," however is great for bright sun or bright open shade - and, of course, to capture the most "vivid" colors - but at some... » Read More Doc - Try switching to "neutral" or "Standard" if you are in "Vivid" color mode. Both of those settings provide less contrast, saturation, and sharpening than "Vivid." Those 3 things add noise (and blurring) if used to much - particularly in low light. I think the skin tones look better in Neutral or Standard also. You can add those things back individually in post processing in the computer if you want. "Vivid," however is great for bright sun or bright open shade - and, of course, to capture the most "vivid" colors - but at some price. Color modes are found in 3/3 of the capture menu. « Show Less
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It's not the focus!! It's the overly aggressive noise reduction! No way to turn it off unfortunately.
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Another thing occurred to me about what might be causing your blurry, fuzzy pictures. Make sure that you are at least about 7 feet from what you are trying to focus on at the long end, and about 3 1/2 feet from your subject at the short end in "normal" mode. If you are closer than that the camera won't achieve focus. If you change to "macro" mode you can get focus as close as about 2 inches at the short (28mm) end, and as close as about 3 1/2 feet at the long (280mm) end.
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I know I'm joining this discussion late, however the Digital Camera Resource Page (DCRP) review dated March 2007 and updated in September, addresses this issue, specifically mentioning the "Bright" mode, and recommending that the user adjust the sharpness (to +2) and contrast (to +1). Once you've tweaked the settings, the reviewer (Jeff Keller) notes that the image quality is on a par with the best digital slrs in this general category. Happy shooting.
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Barry/Richard,I'm still having a heck of a time trying to get a decent snapshot of my dog indoors with typical family room lighting ( not dark but not bright either ) with the S8000. If he so much as wiggles his tail, all is a blur. With higher ISOs I don't expect much sharpness. Faster shutter leads to very dark pics. What am I missing? Do I have to use flash - a tripod is out since he won't sit still that long.Thanks guys,Tony
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I just got mine in the mail today and tried a few small videos around the house and am having video quality issues as well. I would say I'm not even getting 480i quality. The image is incredibly speckly (non-static blotches moving around in the darks). Looks the same whether I play it on my HDTV or on my computer (plenty fast for HD video). What am I doing wrong? Tried wiping the lens with a lens cloth...no effect. Batteries weren't charged yet, but since it's digital, not sure that should make a difference.Also, as a side note, do the people who are getting good quality use the digital zoom at all, or does it degrade your resolution by half? I just got mine in the mail today and tried a few small videos around the house and am having video quality issues as well. I would say I'm not even getting 480i quality. The image is incredibly speckly (non-static blotches moving around in the darks). Looks the same whether I play it on my HDTV or on my computer (plenty fast for HD video). What am I doing wrong? Tried wiping the lens with a lens cloth...no effect. Batteries weren't charged yet, but since it's digital, not sure that should make a difference.Also, as a side note, do the people who are getting good quality use the... » Read More I just got mine in the mail today and tried a few small videos around the house and am having video quality issues as well. I would say I'm not even getting 480i quality. The image is incredibly speckly (non-static blotches moving around in the darks). Looks the same whether I play it on my HDTV or on my computer (plenty fast for HD video). What am I doing wrong? Tried wiping the lens with a lens cloth...no effect. Batteries weren't charged yet, but since it's digital, not sure that should make a difference.Also, as a side note, do the people who are getting good quality use the digital zoom at all, or does it degrade your resolution by half? « Show Less
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I know this is someone elses post but I am debating the same thing. I myself am looking for a high quality resolution with the crispest photos out there. I really dont care about any gps feature but whether its indoors or out I want crispness. Mostly I use it for taking photos of my toddler. Any suggestions or help?
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I've been flipping back and forth between the SD800 and the A710. And, your pics are now making me lean towards the A710. Two must-haves for my first digital camera are a view finder and image stabilization. Just one question for you, cjw333. I noticed that a couple of your motion shots were blurry. Was the stabilizer on? Thanks for sharing your photos. They're awesome.
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Yeah same here its all blurry and fuzzy i dont know how to focas it or anything i tried turning the lens but its not work help?
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You have to make some changes on your camera for it to recognize the lens. The photos I took with it came out fuzzy and a lot of noise. It was because you have to use Manual Focus and I am not used to that so possibly why my photos didn't come out.
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I have used the camera for about a year. When I first used it, the photos came out OK. Just recently, the photos taken appeared blurry even with still motion picture background. I am reducing my review by 1 star as a result.
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I have not actually not used this camera for a long time. I couldn't really tell you. I still have it & liked it just have not had reason to use it for some time now. I would actually need to play with it a bit now just to get used to it again myself. Sorry can't really help.
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Let me guess, your images are not sharp. This lens will fit on your camera, and images should be sharp from F2.8 and up. If they are not. You have focusing problems with your camera body.
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I took several pictures with both and the Sony seems to have more reddish tints in the pictures. I even used the P mode and used the natural setting. It did not help when in the landscape, etc modes. That is the only complaint I have so far. Neither the Canon or the Sony had real good picture quality, I did not think. Maybe I should try something else all together. I liked the idea of having a larger zoom on a point and shoot but maybe it takes away from teh quality??
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Okay M.I got my camera last night. I took a couple of pictures on my in to work this morning. I am going to post them after I make this post. I don't know what people are complaining about when they complain that the pictures are blurry. The pictures I took were extremely sharp. For the sample picture go the listed item. I will post more pictures by Sunday. Feel free to email me if you have any questions (superat06@gmail.com)Sean
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there is about a 1 second delay with taking pictures; at least, it is when i'm trying to take a picture of my dog. there is a mode to place the camera in for pets; i tried it once. i do believe there was still a delay but the picture wasn't blurry. hope this helps.
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Fuji has inconsistent quality control, which I found when I purchased the F10. The first camera took VERY blurry photos, the second 1/3 and the third maybe 1/5 (in default settings). Don't doubt yourself and your picture snapping skills. If you've read the manual and you are still having problems I would recommend an exchange.
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I have had no problems with picture quality. I would suggest rechecking all of the connections, but I am sure you did that already. Sorry; I am the original electronic idiot!
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I am having the same exact issue. Quality settings and Class 4 memory cards seem to have very little effect on the poor picture quality. Very disappointing after the mostly stellar reviews I've been reading online.