Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera
The Fujifilm FinePix S100fs (Film Simulation) digital camera provides an all-in-one solution for photo enthusiasts and advanced amateur photographers seeking the manual controls and functionality of a Digital-SLR, without the hassle and expense of additional lenses and other accessories. It is equipped with a 14.3x Fujinon zoom lens (28 - 400mm equivalent) to capture a broad range of subjects from wide-angle landscapes to extreme telephoto for sports and wildlife shooting. It also has Fujifilm's SuperCCD VIII HR with 11 MegaPixels of resolution for sharp, detailed pictures, and the RP (Real Photo) III processor that provides fast operation and advanced shooting capabilities. The FinePix S100fs also incorporates some of the features found in the FinePix S5 Pro - Fujifilm's flagship professional camera; including film simulation (fs) modes, advanced bracketing functions, and settings that expand the camera's dynamic range to a range similar to that of negative film.
The FinePix S100fs is well suited to shooting in low light conditions with ISO capabilities of up to ISO 6400 at 6 MegaPixels and an incredible ISO 10,000 at 3 MegaPixels. Photographers will appreciate the ease of use afforded by the camera's Dual Image Stabilization system which combines optical image stabilization and digital picture stabilization for sharp images that do not exhibit blur resulting from subject or camera movement. Portrait or group pictures are made easy with Fujifilm's acclaimed Face Detection 2.0 Technology with Automatic Red Eye Removal.
The camera also provides versatility when it comes to framing and viewing your pictures. The high resolution 2.5" Wide View LCD display provides for smooth viewing and the ability to easily frame your images from odd angles thanks to its tilting capability. The Electronic viewfinder (EVF) both saves power and allows for easier framing of your images when shooting under very bright daylight conditions. The High-Speed Preview function allows you to immediately view the entire content of your memory card - playing back your captured images at a speed of 10 fps which makes it easy to retrieve the image you want. Thanks to the high-resolution of the LCD, users can display, and clearly view up to 100 thumbnail images simultaneously in a 10 x 10 array, so that you can quickly find and select specific photos to view or print.
Other helpful features found on the FinePix S100fs include the ability to add an external flash unit - either on the hot shoe, or off camera using the PC Socket; Full Manual Photographic Control for total control of the camera settings; a Movie Mode that captures VGA quality clips at 30 fps with sound; High-Speed Continuous Shooting with the ability to capture up to 7 frames per second (at 3 MP resolution); and compatibility with xD-Picture, SD and SDHC type memory cards.
- 11.1 Megapixel Resolution
- The Super CCD VIII HR Sensor of the FinePix S100fs provides 11.1 Megapixels of effective resolution to capture the world around you in vivid color and lavish detail, enabling you to print, enlarge and even crop your images in any fashion you choose.
- 14.3x Wide-angle Optical Zoom
- Bring your subject closer and clearer with high quality Fujinon lens technology. The Finepix S100fs features a Fujifilm 14.3x Optical Zoom with a focal range equivalent of 28 - 400mm (35mm equivalent) - making the camera perfect for family vacations, nature photography, and sporting events.
- Dual Image Stabilization
- The FinePix S100fs gives you the best of both worlds where image stabilization is concerned. With industry standard mechanical image stabilization, the photographer's hand is steadied for a clearer, blur free shot. Add to that the addition of Fujifilm's Picture Stabilization Technology, and increase clarity and sharpness is achieved, even in low light conditions or when shooting moving subjects. The combination of the two is the ultimate in stabilization technology.
- Face Detection with Auto Red Eye Removal
- The S100fs features the advanced Face Detection 2.0 system to significantly improve your picture taking by identifying human subjects' faces in the frame and in real time, determining the optimal focus and exposure settings for the absolute best results possible in any shooting conditions. After the shot is captured the Auto Red Eye Removal feature instantly corrects red-eye problems right in the camera automatically, saving you from the time-consuming process of fixing Red-eye in your PC after the image is downloaded.
- Extended Dynamic Range
- The S100fs features extended Dynamic Range (100%, 200%, 400%) providing a dynamic range that is similar to that of negative film. Originally developed for Fujifilm's S5Pro DSLR the extended Dynamic range is made possible by the use of the innovative Super CCD VIII "HR" image sensor combined with the latest "RP (Real Photo ) Processor III image processor. The wider Dynamic Range prevents over exposure and under exposure, allowing photographers to capture every nuance of highlight and shadow - even in high contrast scenes.
- Film Simulation Modes
- The Film Simulation Modes allow photographers to select a film-like character for the scene with a choice of four modes: "Velvia", "Provia", "Soft", and "Portrait". Each mode offers a subtle but unique change in tone and color reproduction, emulating the original qualities of the highly regarded Fujifilm professional film products that inspire professional photographers the world over.
- High-speed Continuous Shooting
- The High Speed Continuous Shooting mode of the S100fs is perfect for seizing the moment - providing up to 50 frames to be captured in quick succession, at up to 7 frames per second. This capability is great for catching that perfect moment in sports or any activity where that memorable shot can come and go quickly.
- Multi Bracketing Functions
- Fujifilm's Multi Bracketing functions; "Dynamic Range Bracketing", "Film Simulation Bracketing", and "Auto Exposure Bracketing" automatically vary the settings, over three frames, taken continuously with a single shutter release, so photographers can concentrate on getting the perfect shot, and decide later which image best captures the moment. The Film Simulation bracketing function produces three images using the Velvia, Provia and Soft modes; Dynamic Range bracketing produces three images using different Dynamic Range settings (100%, 200%, 400%); and the AE bracketing mode provides continuous capture of three frames with exposure ranging up to ±1.0EV steps
- 2.5" Tilting LCD Display
- The large, 2.5" high-resolution LCD display can be freely moved 90° upwards and 45° downwards, offering flexible shooting positions for easier capture at low or high angles . The sophisticated icon-based Graphical User Interface (GUI) provides unique features like on-screen user assist functions, and the Micro Thumbnail mode that displays 100 thumbnails at a time. Furthermore, the LCD is coated with a Wide View film that offers an expanded viewing angle to facilitate creative composition and comes in handy for viewing and sharing your pictures. Plus an anti-glare coating on the surface also makes it easier to see the LCD screen in bright light or outdoor shooting and viewing situations.
- Electronic Viewfinder (EVF)
- In addition to the 2.5-inch LCD, the FinePix S100fs gives you the option of framing your shots through a bright, clear electronic viewfinder (EVF) using a 0.2" FLCD display with a refresh rate of 60 frames per second, so images in the viewfinder appear smooth and natural, and camera status info is incredibly clear.
- High-speed Playback & Micro Thumbnail View
- The High-Speed Preview function allows you to immediately view the entire content of your memory card, making it easy to retrieve the image you want. With this function, pictures can be played back at speeds of 10 fps and can be used to stream a sequence of shots taken in continuous shooting mode so it's like viewing a movie. The high-resolution LCD can display up to 100 thumbnail images simultaneously in 10x10 array, so you can quickly find and select specific photos to view or print.
- Built-in Memory and Dual Media Compatibility
- The FinePix S100fs includes an impressive 25MB of built-in memory so you'll be able to begin shooting, right out of the box. Plus the camera memory can be expanded to over 2GB with either xD-Picture Card or the popular Secure Digital (SD) and even higher capacities are possible with Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Cards.
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| Camera Type | Wide-Angle Ultra-Zoom EVF (Electronic Viewfinder) Digital Camera with Optical Image Stabilization |
| Image Quality | |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 2/3" Super CCD VIII HR |
| Effective Resolution | 11.1 million pixels |
| Color Depth | 24-Bit RGB Output |
| Color Modes | High, Mid, Low, B&W |
| Image File Formats |
JPEG (Fine, Normal) RAW |
| Recorded Resolution |
11M (3840 x 2880) 3:2 (4032 x 2688) 6M (2816 x 2112) 3M (2048 x 1536) 2M (1600 x 1200) 0.3M (640 x 480) |
| Video Recording |
AVI (Motion JPEG) with sound VGA (640 x 480 @ 30 fps) QVGA (320 x 240 @ 30 fps) Clip length limited by available memory to a limit of 2GB. |
| Audio Recording | WAVE format (Monaural) |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Fujinon Zoom Lens (13 elements in 10 groups) |
| Optical Zoom | 14.3x |
| Lens Focal Length | 7.1 - 101.5mm (28 - 400mm equivalent) |
| Digital Zoom | 2x |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.4" (1cm) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8-5.3 |
| Optical Image Stabilization | Yes (Lens Shift Type) |
| Accessory Lens/Filter Mount | 67 mm |
| Focus Control | |
|---|---|
| Focus Type | TTL-AF (Area, Multi, Center) |
| Focus Modes | Auto focus, Continuous AF, Manual focus (One-push AF mode included) |
| Focus Range |
Normal: 19.2" (50cm) - infinity wide Macro: 3.9" (10cm) - 117.6" (300cm) wide Super Macro: 0.4" (1cm) - 39.6" (100cm) |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity |
Auto Auto (1600) Auto (800) Auto (400) Selectable ISO (100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400*, 10000*) * ISO 6400 @ 6M or lower; ISO 10000 @ 3M or lower |
| Shutter Type | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Shutter Speed |
30 - 1/4000 second Bulb (up to 30 sec) |
| Aperture Range | f/2.8-5.3 - f/11 (13 steps in 1/3 EV increment) |
| Exposure Metering | TTL 256-zones metering |
| Exposure Modes | Auto, C1/C2 (Custom setting positions), Programmed AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual, Film Simulation Bracketing (Privia, Velvia, Soft), Dynamic Range Bracketing (DR100%, 200%, 400%), AE Bracketing (1/3EV, 2/3EV, 1EV) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Fine, Shade, Fluorescent (Daylight, Warm, Cool) Incandescent, Custom (1, 2) |
| Scene Modes | SP1 (Nature, Nature-soft, Nature-Vivid, Flower), SP2 (Portrait, Portrait-soft, Baby, Portrait Enhancer, Night, Sunset, Snow, Beach, Sport, Fireworks) |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes (Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro., Red-eye removal, Red-eye Reduction) |
| Effective Flash Range | 1.0' (0.3m) - 23.6' (7.2m) |
| External Flash Connection |
Hot Shoe Synchro. Terminal (PC Socket) |
| External Flash Control | Simple Synchro. |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Start-Up Time | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Shutter Lag | 0.01 seconds |
| Time Between Shots | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Burst Capability |
Top-7: 3 fps (CCD-RAW: Top-3) Last-7: 3 fps (CCD-RAW: Top-3) Top-50 High Speed: 7 fps (3M resolution) Long-Period: 1.1 fps (unlimited) |
| Self Timer | 10 seconds or 2 seconds |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Date & Time Stamp | No (can be applied in PictBridge Settings) |
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| Built-in Memory | 25MB | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Compatible Memory Cards |
xD-Picture Card (up to 2 GB) Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Card |
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| Recording Capacity |
Includes 25MB Built-in Memory Still Image Capacity
Video Capacity
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| Battery Type | NP-140 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power Adapter | AC-84V AC power adapter (optional) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Input/Output | |
|---|---|
| Computer Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Direct Print Capable | Yes (PictBridge) |
| Remote Control | RR-80 Remote Release (optional) |
| Video Output | NTSC & PAL selectable |
| Web-Cam Capable | No |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows System
Macintosh System
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| Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Electronic Viewfinder (0.2" FLCD monitor - 200,000 pixels) |
| LCD Display | 2.5" (WV type) Amorphous silicon TFT color LCD monitor (230,000 pixels) |
| Language Options | English, Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Turkish, Polish, Swedish |
| Playback Options | Single frame, Slide show, Multi-frame playback (with Micro Thumbnail), Face detection, Scrap book view slide show, Sorting by date, Image rotate, Trimming, Voice Memo, Histogram (with Highlight warning), Automatic Vertical-Horizontal detection |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3.7 x 5.3 x 5.9" (94 x 134 x 151mm) |
| Weight | 32.4oz (918g) excluding Battery |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 37 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
94%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Simple controls (33)
- Large clear LCD (29)
- Strong construction (26)
- Great picture quality (17)
- Image stabilization (15)
Cons
- Short battery life (4)
- Heavy (3)
- LCD fragile/scratches (3)
- Poor in low light (3)
Best Uses
- Travel (27)
- Fun (24)
- Photojournalism (17)
- Art (16)
- Portraits (15)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (11), Enthusiast (7), Professional (5), Semi-pro photographer (5), Pro photographer (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Almost perfect
Positives:
- Excellent picture quality
- Handling like a DSLR
- A Plethora of adjustable settings
- Very useful Zoom Range
- Very good monitor; folding action very useful...Read complete review
Positives:
- Excellent picture quality
- Handling like a DSLR
- A Plethora of adjustable settings
- Very useful Zoom Range
- Very good monitor; folding action very useful
- Battery life appr. 600 pictures (jpg, no flash)
- Slot for xd-card and SD-card
- Vibration reduction works great
Negatives:
- Not on the cheap side
- Somewhat bulky and heavy, despite not using AA batteries
I bought this camera as replacement for my (aging) DSLR, because I didn't want to tote all kinds of different lenses around anymore. I use the camera for all kinds of photos: Airshow, family, portrait, wildlife, nature. While it does not quite have the same picture quality in low light situations as a DSLR, it performs up to par in normal good lighting conditions. It handles like a DSLR, while the big zoom lens makes it a very versatile tool. Especially at Airshows, were each changing of the lens has the potential to contaminate the inside of the camera with dust and particles, it comes in handy that you don't have to care about this. There are some features, that I consider a mere gimmick (like the Film Simulation thing - I could very well live without that), but ohter features are very good. like the vibration reduction and the dynamic range increase.
In summary, this camera is an almost prefect replacement for an entry DSLR, and the few limitations pale in comparison to the versatility it provides.
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Most Liked Negative Review
OK camera - but not for me.
I'm not a pro, but I am very serious about freezing time in photo form, and worked for 3 years in camera sales.
I will say that I was expecting more ...Read complete review
I'm not a pro, but I am very serious about freezing time in photo form, and worked for 3 years in camera sales.
I will say that I was expecting more from this camera than it actually delivers - mainly in the area of speed and RAW quality. So, this review is written with a sigh of disappointment.
Firstly, I expect a camera to be able to take the photo when I click the shutter... not the case with this one - capturing fast motion is near impossible (and I have a pro trigger finger), and there is an obscenely long lag between photos, and the time it takes to load after the play button is hit. This is the biggest reason I'll be selling this camera soon. With today's advancements in technology - I would put it in the realm of unacceptability.
It does take beautiful photos that need very little editing (thanks to the CCD sensor). It tends to underexpose by more than what it looks like in the LCD, and it's so contrasty, it's not really fixable, even when shooting raw. The noise is also out of control (but no more so than any other camera in this catagory)
It's also more cumbersome than I expected (especially after shooting with 35lbs of equipment! This was much less of a relief than I'd hoped!). The Lens cap especially is an enormous irritant for me.
So - I think this camera would be wonderful for someone who take photos on auto 90% of the time, macro users (the macro quality is awesome!) and those who won't know the difference, of course.Patience is a requirement for anyone who will love this camera.
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Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
- Very versatile
Cons
- None noted
Best Uses
- Action photographs
- Art
- Fun
- Landscape
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
Previous to purchasing the Fuji FinePix S100FS, I regularly used a Fuji Finepix S800, which was for its size and cost, a fabulous camera with tremendous capabilities. Having read so many glowing reviews regarding the FinePix S100FS, I decided to purchase one, so that I could expand upon the features of my smaller FinePix S800, which I still continue to use at times.
Both cameras have similar control layouts and menus, so the learning curve for the new Fuji was really not that steep. Because of the expanded features of my new S100FS, I needed to spend a few days to thoroughly acquaint myself with its expanded capabilities.
To be brief, I am amazed at the qualities of this very solid camera and its ability to provide breathtakingly vibrant photographs. The 28-400 zoom lens is fantastic, as is the ability to burst shoot fifty photos at 7 fps. I have captured some remarkable shots this way..... shots that I would have missed otherwise!
I am thrilled with this camera! Be sure to thoroughly read through the manual to discover all the exciting features that this camera possesses. Even if you own a digital SLR and have a multiple prime lens assortment, you won't want to overlook this one piece, all-around camera. You just may capture that one, priceless, spur of the moment photo opportunity, that would otherwise be lost forever.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Battery bad in Remote Loc
Best Uses
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
Great one-size-fits-most solution for an upscale amateur. This camera's strength is in its emulation of Fuji's popular film types. A real bargain.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Exposed LCD
- Short battery life
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Landscape
- Travel
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
This is the first non-Canon camera I've bought in almost 30 years. I'm old-school (owned an AE-1 and two A-1s) and only went digital four years ago when I got a Canon Powershot S2 IS for Father's Day. That's a nice machine but I felt creatively limited; but I was also tired of lugging around a bunch of lenses for my SLRs. I bought the Fuji after reading all the positive reviews, and I can only add: WOW!!
It has all the bells and whistles -- extreme ISO range, a great zoom lens, and more setting options than I could shake a stick at, if that was my idea of a good time. (Sorry, Groucho!) I just took it on vacation to Vegas and the Grand Canyon. I got shots worthy of 8x10 or larger prints. This weekend I took flower shots at the NY Botanical Garden and was very pleased with the two macro settings. The Fuji did everything I asked it to, and I look forward to testing it even further. Obviously, the 28-400 zoom by itself wouldn't meet a pro's needs as a primary camera, but it's just short of pro-worthy IMHO. One negative is that it's a bit of a battery hog. Make sure you have a spare battery fully charged if you're going to shoot all day. It would also be better if the LCD could rotate around to a covered position like my Canon and many other cameras.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Color quality
- Comfortable Controls
- Macro capability
Cons
- Heavy
- Poor In Low Light
- Slow Focus
- Slow fps
- Slow playback
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Landscape
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
I'm not a pro, but I am very serious about freezing time in photo form, and worked for 3 years in camera sales.
I will say that I was expecting more from this camera than it actually delivers - mainly in the area of speed and RAW quality. So, this review is written with a sigh of disappointment.
Firstly, I expect a camera to be able to take the photo when I click the shutter... not the case with this one - capturing fast motion is near impossible (and I have a pro trigger finger), and there is an obscenely long lag between photos, and the time it takes to load after the play button is hit. This is the biggest reason I'll be selling this camera soon. With today's advancements in technology - I would put it in the realm of unacceptability.
It does take beautiful photos that need very little editing (thanks to the CCD sensor). It tends to underexpose by more than what it looks like in the LCD, and it's so contrasty, it's not really fixable, even when shooting raw. The noise is also out of control (but no more so than any other camera in this catagory)
It's also more cumbersome than I expected (especially after shooting with 35lbs of equipment! This was much less of a relief than I'd hoped!). The Lens cap especially is an enormous irritant for me.
So - I think this camera would be wonderful for someone who take photos on auto 90% of the time, macro users (the macro quality is awesome!) and those who won't know the difference, of course.Patience is a requirement for anyone who will love this camera.
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
Cons
- Poor In Low Light
- Short battery life
Best Uses
- Landscape
- Travel
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
Wonderful for every day shots. Good color, lots of features. The zoom is great.
However, if you're looking for a sports camera under low light, this camera is not for you.
A basketball games without flash? Forget it. The camera is just not fast enough. Turning the live view off, just allows you to use the EVF, which is still slow. It would have been better to have a regular view finder to obtain faster shots.
For everything else, this camera will always be with me.
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
Advanced amateur; this is my second Fuji digital. The camera is large but not uncomfortable. In general it is easy to use except in macro mode and manual focusing. Good colors, sharpness and the sensor for black and white is excellent. At high ISO the camera is grainy. It is a good camera if you like them that big.
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast FPS
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Exposed LCD
- Short battery life
Best Uses
- Airshows
- Outdoors
- Photojournalism
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
I was a pro wedding photographer who used Canon SLR's but after a bad Motorcycle accident and a back broken in 8 places, I just could not carry around all those lenses anymore... I purchased this camera from B&H 2 weeks ago and it is amazing... Only negative I can find is a short battery life... I had a Canon SX10-IS before this camera and there is no comparison...I have ordered other items from B&H in the past[...] I will continue to buy from them for all my photo needs...
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Easy To Use
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Landscape
- Portraits
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
I purchased the FinePix S100fs to use in my portait studio. Using the viewfinder or LCD screen for shot composition is havng the best of both worlds.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Great Image Quality
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Fun
- Landscape
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
I'm an amateur, but like to take nice photos with high resolution. This camera is what I needed; it's not so heavy, and has several functions that can be adapted to every scene where you want to work.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Wedding photography
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
I was initially worried about the chromatic abberations described by others, but just don't see them. Not at all, and I've been looking for them. Have used it now at three weddings...amazing images, way better quality than the s-9000/9100. The image stabilizer and higher ISO capabilities make it much better in lower light, you just have to remember to turn the stabilizer on when you need it, or it takes more battery power. Face recognition slows the focus speed a bit, but I prefer to leave that off. With the Vivitar 285 flash, which automatically reads the amount of light needed, and the camera on "P" setting, you get perfect lighting in darker environments like reception venues. And the macro setting and wonderful zoom mean way less lugging around of lenses and worrying about your equipment when you can't watch it. My assistant shoots with a Canon 40D and I like my Fuji images from this camera better than hers. Went through two battery charges in about 1000 images, better than other reviews led me to expect, but that could be because of using an external flash and turning off the IS when not needed. Must read the manual, this is not a point and shoot, but I believe it is a fabulous option for wedding pros who are tired of missing shots while changing lenses or lugging around two (heavier) cameras at once.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Landscape
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
I use this camera for personal, as well as professional photography. It is lightweight, easy to operate and nowhere near as bulky as my Canon 10D was. I love the 28-400mm zoom, as well as the Macro and Ultra Macro feature, too! On my first weekend with this camera, I shot on Mackinac Island. Found a photo I liked and placed in my first photo contest. Nuff said. (and no, I haven't found anything to point out, negatively)
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- LOTS of chromatic aberrat
- No 32 RAW
- Soft borders below 35mm
Best Uses
- Portraits
- Sports
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
I bought this camare from B&H about 2 months ago. Inicially I was convinced that it was a good camera.
Pros:
- Nice design
- Good grip in hands, no excessive weight
- Very good rear display
- Gives you full control about the esposure
- Film simulation is cool
- Very good exposure control
- Well made, good materials
- Ergonomics
- Very good image stabilization system
- Lens performs very well in 400mm
Cons:
- HUGE chromatic aberration
- Built in JPEG compression induces some annoying errors in the image. Same from FinePix Viewer Raw converter.
- Lens pretty soft below 35mm equiv. Corners lacks definition
- WHY, WHY, WHY you can't shoot RAW 3:2 ???
- Macro is so-so
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Loud
Best Uses
- Fun
- Landscape
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
I am still becoming acquainted with this camera, but so far I am very glad I chose this model. The only thing that's missing is TTL from the hot shoe. I have not been disappointed. I would highly recommend this camera to anyone.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Fun
- Landscape
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
I upgraded from a point and shoot fuji fine pix to this s100fs and it is the best camera by far that I have ever used.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Great Image Quality
Cons
- Long Lag Time
Best Uses
- Fun
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
i just got the camera and i am so far very impress with it, i shot some scenes and did some portraits and was happy with the results. the colours are vibrant and the images are very sharp and clean.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None yet
Best Uses
- Art
- Documentary
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
This is one Nice camera. I use to have (2)DSLR and about 9 lens. All gone ! Just grab this camera and go. Its all you need in one unit. I love it. Fuji Just put the Pro in a Super Zoom !!
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
Take up close pictures for samples
Can adjust quality to make it less KB for sending in e-mail.
Nothing so far difficult with the camera.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Expanded Zoom Range
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Lightweight
- Quiet operation
- Strong Construction
- Tilt angle LCD screen
Cons
- Not for sports action
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Macro Photography
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
Great light weight travel camera with heavy weight features. Wonderful zoom lens - 28 to 400 !! Big ISO range - 100 to 10,000. Anti-shake and face recognition features. Really quiet operation - no mirror slap and shutter noise. But it is not a sports action camera.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
So, I'm a novice photographer and used this to take photos and I only had about two or three out of focus and that was user error. I am extremely happy with the quality of the photos.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Documentary
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Fujifilm FinePix S100fs Digital Camera:
I am very very happy with this camera. This is my eighth digital camera and I know after using it I made no mistakes by buying it. I love the camera alot and when I bought I it was between the Fuji S100FS Finepix and the Nikon D300 and I know the D300 is much better but for then difference in price I know I made the right choice.
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Screen Protectors
Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.
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Card Readers
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Take pictures remotely and minimize vibration.
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What's in the Box
- NP-140 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
- BC-140 Battery Charger
- USB Cable
- A/V Cable
- Lens Cap with Cord
- Lens Hood
- Software CD-ROM (FinePix Viewer, RAW conversion)
- Owner's Manual
- 1-Year Manufacturers Limited Warranty
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