The Fuji FinePix A330’s asset is that its sheer simplicity makes it accessible to any level of shooter. A dream come true for digital debutantes or anyone searching for a camera that will do the thinking for them. If you want to take a quality snapshot with no hassle or learning curve, this camera is for you. However, for amateurs looking to learn and experiment with their equipment, this camera leaves little room for exploration or growth. You have to be realistic when looking at this camera; keep in mind that it is one of the less expensive digital point-and-shoots on the market, with an MSRP of $179.00. Accepting the camera in its simplicity, the FinePix A330 is a pretty solid package and is sure to satisfy appropriate users.

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The Fuji FinePix A330 is equipped with a 3x, Fujinon lens equivalent to a 38-114mm lens on a 35mm camera. Aperture is automatically controlled from f/2.8 to f/9.5, with actual values depending on the zoom position of the lens. Focus also remains under automatic control, ranging from 2.0 feet (60 centimeters) to infinity in normal mode, with a Macro setting ranging from 3.9 inches to 2.6 feet (10 centimeters to 80 centimeters). The camera also offers up to 1.6x digital zoom when in 2 or 1 megapixel mode, but keep in mind that digital zoom decreases the overall image quality, since it only enlarges the center pixels of the CCD image. For framing shots, the Fuji A330 offers both a real-image optical viewfinder and a 1.5-inch color, amorphous, silicon TFT LCD monitor. The LCD monitor reports some camera settings, and can overlay an alignment grid. The grid divides the image area into thirds, both horizontally and vertically, making it easier to line up tricky subjects.

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