The Polaroid Fun Flash 640 is a basic point-and-shoot digital camera with automatic focus and a fixed lens. It takes photos up to 640 x 480 pixel resolution--perfect for posting shots on the Web or sending images via e-mail. The Fun Flash 640 has 2 MB of internal memory (no external memory slot), 1.8-inch color LCD, built-in flash with three flash modes, self-timer, and is serial compatible for simple hookup to your PC. PhotoMAX image manipulation software is included, which lets you easily edit and enhance your images, add special effects, and create slide shows and greeting cards. This kit also includes four AA batteries, an AC power adapter, wrist strap, carrying case, and instructions. Shop Amazon - Most Wished For in Camera & Photo
FEATURE :
- 0.3 megapixel sensor creates 640 x 480 images for posting on the Web or e-mail.
- Autofocus lens for point-and-shoot simplicity.
- 2 MB internal memory can hold up to 50 images at default resolution.
- Connects with PCs via the included serial cable.
- Serial cable, AC adapter, wrist strap, and PhotoMAX SE software included.
SOME OF THE SAMPLE CUSTOMER REVIEW FROM AMAZON :
1) So far so good - After reading the other reviews from amazon.com, I decided to settle on this camera. Reasons are the price of this and its overall features. First off, I didn't expect this to be a high-end camera producing flawless photos, because obviously it is not the type. However, I think it's the perfect camera for the novice user, like myself. It's got all the basic standards that digital cameras should have, such as the LCD screen, self-timer, and a 640 x 480 resolution.
LCD - I agree that the LCD is not clear enough, but I think it's good as it is. I mean, the LCD is pretty useful since it allows me to have a good idea on how the picture looks like. I really enjoy this feature.
Self Timer - This is another fun feature and I'm glad that it came along with. I think self-timers are essential in any camera.
640 x 480 - This is resolution is really THE resolution to get average results. This resolution size is another essential in digicams and I'm glad it's w/ this camera.
Anyway, I enjoyed using this camera. It's very easy to use and not to mention, the software is top quality! I've printed out several photos and the smaller size ones aren't bad at all. You could minimize your photos and use them in your greeting cards, works better than very poor quality scanned pictures! Pictures posted on websites/sent through emails are very good quality.
As for the battery issue, I guess it does drain the battery. My hint is, use an AC adapter if possible, like when you're taking pictures indoors.
Overall, I'm glad I bought this camera :) I just hope it doesn't break (as another reviewer mentioned).
By starz35 on June 8, 2001
2) Excellent choice for very low cost digital camera - I bought the Polaroid Fun Flash 640 SE -- it has no LCD screen, so it's really like a point-n-shoot 35mm camera. I bought mine at Circuit City for $39.
I wanted a digital camera to take photos of preschoolers in my Bible club at church -- to post on a private Internet website, so parents can enjoy looking to see what their kids do during our club meetings.
I wanted a cheap, easy-to-use camera that took a decent photo when rendered on the web (I don't care to print the photos).
I wanted a camera that was easy to download photos into my computer, manipulate and upload onto my website.
I got exactly that with this camera product. For $40, it's a great deal. Spend more for the camera with the LCD screen if you wish, but you might not really need to go for that extra expense.
Installing the camera software went with NO TROUBLE whatsoever (on my 3-year-old PC). My particular camera model hooks up either via USB or serial connection (I use serial, which is slow but within a two minutes or so, I can download 20 photos onto my PC). The camera comes with easy-to-use software for manipulating the photos. Two complaints on the software: I have to click around too much to do the work I'm trying to do, and it's a little less than straightforward to create web-ready JPEGs outside of the software's "photo album" file format.
The camera itself is purely no frills. It does have a digital display to show number of pictures taken and the flash mode, but that's about it. If you take a photo too close to your subject with the flash on, the picture causes the person's face to wash out (and then they have no nose!). But most other shots can be easily enhanced via software -- to lighten, sharpen the pictures.
So bottom line, use this camera to take pictures to share on the web when resolution and photo quality isn't as much of a priority as low expense and ease-of-use.
By famousdavis VINE VOICE on September 5, 2001
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