Fujifilm FinePix S200EXR Ratings,Review and Owners Manua
October 17th, 2009 • Filed Under•141 views
Overview of Fujifilm FinePix S200EXR
The Fujifilm FinePix S200EXR is a 12 megapixel superzoom camera that features 14.3x optical zoom lens (30.5 – 436mm on a 35mm camera), 2.7-inch High-Contrast & Wide Viewing Angle LCD, 1/1.6-inch Super CCD EXR sensor, super intelligent flash, camera dimensions are 133.4 (W) x 93.6 (H) x 145.0 (D) mm / 5.3 (W) x 3.7 (H) x 5.7 (D) in. and weighs 820g.
Index of Fujifilm FinePix S200EXR Expert Reviews
- Pocket-lint—“We welcomed the added punch provided by selecting the Velvia film mode, which for us often delivered results closer to those seen by the eye. So, while results straight out of the camera at times benefit from further tweaks in the image-editing package of your choice, the Fujifilm’s intended audience of photo enthusiasts who’ll want to get hands-on shouldn’t be dissuaded from purchase – even if the suggested retail price still smarts.”
- Cameras.uk—“The Fuji Finepix S200EXR is about as close as you can get to a Digital SLR without buying one. I was delighted by my test results and the camera handled superbly too. It was a joy to use a twisting barrel lens and the selection wheel speeds up selecting key settings. There are enough features here to satisfy more demanding photographers and I am more than happy to strongly recommend this camera.”
- PhotographyBlog—“The D-Range Priority (DR) mode in particular is literally a real eye-opener, recording much greater dynamic range and preserving more detail in the shadows and highlights than either the S200EXR’s own high-resolution mode, or any other compact camera that we’ve reviewed. The EXR – High ISO & Low Noise mode is admittedly less successful, producing slightly less noisy images at each equivalent setting than Resolution Priority mode, but this is tempered somewhat by the latter mode’s excellent results from ISO 100-800, a much more versatile and usable range than most compacts offer.”
- DigitalTrends—”The FinePix S200EXR costs around $530 at legit online outlets, putting it in the range of DSLR kits such as the Nikon D60 and Sony alpha DSLR–A230. However, the supplied lenses of that pair are basically 3x zooms, a fraction of the 14.3x wide-angle Fujifilm digicam. It’s a huge difference, and a key selling point for the S200EXR. The FinePix also has many DSLR features, including fast response and many tweaks for those who’d like to make them. The Super CCD EXR chip is a good one, but isn’t nearly as large as the APS-C sized sensors found in DSLRs, which accounts for the noise issues.”
- CNET Asia—”The good: Excellent picture quality; RAW image capture; effective noise reduction control. The bad: Lens not as wide as S100FS’; no HD video option; no tilting LCD; size of camera not suitable for everyone. The bottom line: The S200EXR is an ideal shooter for enthusiasts who demand the best picture quality and can forgo features such as high-resolution video recording. “
- RegHardware—”Bottom line, the reviewers were impressed with the F200EXR. Fuji has taken camera technology a step forward with the EXR sensor which really improves the picture quality, particularly with dynamic range. However, they would have like to have seen support for RAW, HD movies and more manual controls. The camera does have some operational quirks but once you’re beyond those it’s smooth sailing. Nice camera with very handy features and great photos quality.”
- GoodGearGuide—”They were concerned about the S200EXR’s EXR sensor. while it does provide some creative exposure control and it does capture really nice photos you ultimately end up with 6 megapixel pictures which are much smaller than what other compact cameras deliver. Of course you can shut down the EXR setting to get full 12 megapixels but hey, you also shut down the camera’s main selling point.”
- CNET UK—”You get tonnes of camera with the Fujifilm FinePix S200EXR. It looks and handles like a dSLR, but costs half as much as an equivalent dSLR and superzoom lens combination. But, while the EXR sensor technology certainly works, it’s not yet properly integrated with the camera’s operation, and, even with the EXR technology, the size of the sensor puts a limit on the picture quality. “
- TrustedReviews—”Fujifilm has once again produced a superb feature-packed super-zoom camera that sets new standards for image quality and versatility, providing more control than most entry-level DSLRs. As a hobby photographer’s camera the S200EXR is in a class of its own, and at its current price it’s outstanding value for money.”
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Ellie on 17 October 2009:
My first Fuji bridge camera was the excellent S7000 a couple of years ago. I bought it used, refurbished, and I was amazed what a fantastic imaging chip it had with 12MP, wonderful dynamic range, brilliant fuji film emulation JPEG, and ease of use. Some of my favorite shots were done using the S7000. One of my shots using that camera has gotten well over 8000 views in Flickr.
I also have the S2 and S3 Fuji SLRs using the Nikon 16-85mm lens for which I have nothing but wonderful things to say about the imaging chip (basically the same as the S7000) and the very sharp Nikkor lens. This is a great line of imaging chips Fuji has developed and continues with the EXR version and the JPEG software in-camera that brings out the best this remarkable imaging chip can do.
But the Fuji S2 and S3 are quite large and heavy, especially with a Nikkor zoom lens attached. So I was glad to see that a successor to the Fuji S100 was available at a reasonable price and with additional features.
This might become your preferred walk-about gear. You can do quite a lot with its features. The 435mm zoom is real. The 30mm wide-angle is about all you need for most situations. The sharpness varies according to how steady you hold the camera. Yes, there is vibration reduction, but at such an extreme zoom it never hurts to brace yourself against something on these long telephoto shots for optimum results.
This review is based solely on using the EXR setting. I wanted to see what it would do on its most touted super automatic mode. It pairs three ways of using the imaging chip’s two types of pixels along with six scene modes. The choices it makes are not always what I would choose. Too often it would select too low an ISO speed or shutter speed on a telephoto shot but it generally got good results. The color was excellent but not as exaggerated as I prefer in the Velvia film emulation mode. But certainly no complaints.
When in EXR mode it selected ISO 800 or higher, graininess or noise was visible on high magnification in Picassa 3, the editing software from Google. But this is only something you would see if you blew up a photo to print at 20″ by 30″ or greater. It is not noticeable on my 22″ monitor at full size. And certainly not on a snapshot or even 8″ x 10″ print. You would have to spend at least two to three thousand dollars more for an SLR and top lens to get better image quality. It is not the same quality I get with my S2 or S3 and a top nikkor lens.
But fortunately, the camera does not cost nearly as much or weigh as much! The results from my use so far in my limited use are encouraging, to say the least. This is a great bridge camera. The F2.8 lens is fast at wide angle settings. On automatic modes it will even jump to ISO 6400 if needed to get the shot. I don’t think there are many amateur photographers who would regret buying this.
The battery, right out of the box, had some charge. You can load it in the well designed battery compartment (when you flick the yellow tab it falls right into your palm) and take a few test shots to get some familiarity with the features. But charge it for a couple of hours and you will get over three hundred shots. It is a good idea to buy the AC power input unit for doing your upload to your computer lest the battery give out during the process. Also, the external power unit is good for studio type work where you are shooting many hundreds of shots daily. You can find aftermarket batteries and power bricks for this on Amazon at very good prices.
The feel, the ergonomics, of the S200EXR are excellent. On manual, you use the control dial to change the shutter speed, but hold the +/- button on top while using the control dial to change the aperture. On photo review mode, use the up and down on the main dial to magnify the reviewed image. It has no front control wheel as some cameras of this type do.
I’d recommend keeping it on continual autofocus. It hunts a bit on single autofocus. In general, I was pleased with the focus I got. There are three modes you can choose so experiment to find what suits your needs.
The latches for the memory card, battery, and I/O connections are sturdy and fit perfectly, avoiding accessory compartment rage a few cameras engender. The lens takes a 67mm filter. I noticed no vignetting on wide angle, but a thin filter is always a good idea. Just get lens protection, not UV or warming or anything like that. The editing software in your computer is what does those things now. If you want motion blur, get an 8X neutral density filter. Another good one to have is the polarizing filter which brings out the sky, cuts through reflections, and reduces the shine on skin in portraits.
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Arie on 17 October 2009:
This is the best non SLR Digital Camera out there. Still learning to use it, so far I have almost mastered taking amazing Night Shots at exceptional quality with the Fuji S200Exr. Still trying learning to take remarkable daytime images . Tons of settings….takes time to learn. Once you learn, every picture is most likely to come out amazing. I’m Very happy. I Posted many night shot photos in the customer photo section. Best photos come out when using a tripod at night. Hard to get a good photo at night without a tripod but well worth the results. This is the one! Brilliant!
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