New Camera

So Chad got me a new camera and I am SO excited!! I have always wanted a professional camera and now I have one! He got it for me "just because" isn't that sweet? Here is what it has:

Features:

• 10 MegaPixel 1/2.3" CCD
  Boasting a maximum sensitivity of ISO3200, a 10.0-megapixel CCD sensor delivers high-quality images even in low light scenes.
  
• New Fujinon 12x Optical Zoom (33mm-396mm equivalent)
  12x optical zoom lens expands your shooting reach, covering a remarkable focal range of 33-396mm, bringing you close enough to capture subtle expressions.
  
• 2.7" LCD w/ 230k pixel resolution + electronic viewfinder
  Rounding out the FinePix S1000fd’s powerful feature set is a large, 2.7-inch high-resolution (230k pixel) LCD plus electronic viewfinder (EVF) and ISO levels of up to ISO 1600 at full resolution and ISO 3200 at 3-megapixel resolution.
  
• Face Detection with Auto Red-Eye Removal
  Software-based Face Detection instantly identifies faces in the scene and automatically adjusts focus and exposure to ensure beautiful people pictures.
  After a shot is captured each detected face is instantly checked for red eye; if it is found, it is corrected automatically, saving the time-consuming process of fixing it later.
  
• Fujifilm’s Picture Stabilization powered by high ISO
  A selectable mode, Picture Stabilization uses the heightened sensitivity of the FinePix S1000fd and high-speed shutter settings to reduce blur caused by hand-shake or subject movement. It allows the camera to automatically choose the correct light sensitivity and optimal shutter speed to produce clear, blur-free images.
  
• High Sensitivity ISO 1600 at full resolution
  
• Convenient mode dial + 13 shooting modes
  
• Full Manual controls for advanced photography
  Photo enthusiasts and advanced photographers have total control with manual adjustment options for various camera settings including resolution, ISO, aperture, shutter speed and more.
  
• New Panoramic Shooting stitches up to 3 shots together seamlessly
  The new Panorama Shooting Mode makes it easy to create impressive panoramic photos. This mode captures and combines max 3 consecutive shots.
  
• 4 x AA Alkaline Battery Power
  The ultimate in convenience and accessibility, using AA batteries means that, in a pinch, more batteries are just moments away.
  
• High-speed Shooting
  Capture the action with the High Speed Shooting mode: 7.5 fps at 2MP for 15 shots; 3.3 fps at 5MP for 6 shots; and 1.4 fps at 10MP for 3 shots.
  
• xD / SD / SD-HC Media Compatible Slot
  The FinePix S1000fd features an xD/SD-compatible slot, which accepts not only Fujifilm’s traditional xD-Picture Cards but also Secure Digital (SD) and SD-High Capacity/SDHC cards too.

*I borrowed all this info from here

My goal is to try my hand at professional photography as a side job and see where it takes me! Wish me luck!

~N