Fujifilm's 2008 budget J-series compact — 10MP CCD, 5x zoom to 175mm equivalent, 3in LCD, SD/SDHC
The Fujifilm FinePix J120 was an entry-level point-and-shoot announced in August 2008 alongside the J100, J110W and J150W, part of the budget J-series that gradually replaced Fujifilm's A-series compacts. Within that quartet the J120 offered a longer telephoto reach than the J100, aimed at buyers wanting a simple slimline camera with a bit more zoom.
Specifications: a 10-megapixel 1/2.3in CCD sensor, a Fujinon 5x optical zoom extending to a 175mm-equivalent telephoto, a 3.0in LCD, a top shutter speed of 1/2000s, SD/SDHC card storage — unlike the earlier xD-based J10 and J50 — and a proprietary rechargeable lithium-ion battery, as used across the whole J-series line.
This is a straightforward snapshot camera: automatic operation, minimal external controls and a bigger-than-average screen for its class and era. The 5x reach gives it more framing flexibility than typical 3x budget compacts, though the small CCD means image quality falls away quickly in low light. Best suited to casual everyday and holiday photography.
Used examples are inexpensive, so condition matters more than price. Check the proprietary battery holds charge and that a charger or USB lead is included, as spares are third-party only now. SD/SDHC support is a practical advantage over xD-based Fujifilm compacts of the same era. Inspect the LCD for scratches and the lens for haze or stuck zoom, and expect CCD-era colour output.