Fast, feature-packed and fun — the FinePix X100S is the finest compact around
You
night think you know all about this Leica-alike, but the pumped S version promises a real performance step-up from the
original X100. In particular, the improved focusing speed and updated APS-C
sensor are what Fujifilm hopes will keep competitors at bay. That said, it
hasn’t fixed what wasn’t broke, keeping the 35mm-equivalent f/2 lens, array of
manual controls and hybrid viewfinder that
impressed US so much on the X100. It
also retains the
retro looks and soIid-but-lightweight
magnesium build.
The
work that’s been put into improving autofocus speed is undeniable, with the
X100S snapping into focus quicker and more accurately than its rivals. Picture
quality is exceptional and almost equal to the Sony, even when shooting RAW But it’s also just a joy to use,
with great controls, a
nice feel in the
hand and an eye viewfinder that gives
you plenty of options for how you want to shoot. Our only niggle is that the
faux-vintage styling seems overdone now. I’d like a subtle black version.
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| Price: | $1,299.00 |
Effective pixels
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Effective pixels
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16.3 million
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Image sensor
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Image sensor
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23.6 x 15.8 (APS-C) X-Trans CMOS II with primary color filter
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Lens
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Lens
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Fujinon Single focal length lens
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Focal length
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f=23mm, 35mm
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Maximum aperture
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F2
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Autofocus (AF)
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Autofocus (AF)
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Area / Multi
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Focus range
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Normal: Approx. 50cm / 1.6 ft. to infinity
Macro: Approx.10cm - 2.0m / 3.9 in.- 6.6 ft. |
Focus-area selection
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Single AF / Continuous AF / MF, Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF), AF assist illuminator available, Area / Multi
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Monitor
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Monitor
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2.8-inch, approx. 460K-dot,
TFT color LCD monitor (Approx. 100% coverage) |
Frame coverage
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Coverage of frame area vs. capturing area : approx. 90%
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Storage
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Media
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SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card
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File system
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DCF, Exif 2.3, DPOF, and PictBridge compliant
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File formats
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Still pictures: JPEG, RAW (DPOF-compatible)
Movie recording: H.264 (MOV) with Stereo sound |
Image size (pixels)
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Image size (pixels)
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Still pictures: L (4896 x 3264), M (3456 x 2304 ), S (2496 x 1664)
Movie recording: 1920 x 1080 pixels (60 fps / 30 fps) with stereo sound |
ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)
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ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)
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ISO 200 - 6400; Equivalent to ISO 200 - 6400 (Standard Output Sensitivity)
Extended output sensitivity equivalent ISO 100, 12800 and 25600 |
Exposure
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Metering mode
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Multi / Spot / Average
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Exposure control
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control: TTL 256-zone metering, Multi / Spot / Average
mode: Programmed AE, Shutter priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Manual exposure compensation: -2.0EV - +2.0EV 1/3EV step |
Shutter
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Shutter
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Mechanical
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Speed
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(P mode) 1/4 sec. to 1/4000* sec., (All other modes) 30 sec. to 1/4000* sec.
Bulb (max.60min.) |
Aperture
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Aperture
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F2 - F16 1/3EV step (controlled with 9-blade aperture diaphragm)
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Range
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F2 - F16 1/3EV step
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Self-timer
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Self-timer
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Approx. 10 sec. / 2 sec. Delay
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Built-in flash
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Range
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Approx. 50 cm - 9 m / 1.6 ft. - 29.5 ft.
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Flash control
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Auto flash (Super Intelligent Flash), Effective range : (ISO 1600),, Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Red-eye Reduction Auto, Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro.
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Flash compensation
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Flash compensation
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2.0EV - +2.0EV 1/3EV step
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Accessory shoe
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Accessory shoe
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Shoe Mount Flash EF-20, EF-42, EF-X20
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Interface
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Interface
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USB 2.0 High-Speed Microphone input (only with MIC-ST1 w/adapter sold separately)
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Data transfer protocol
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-
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HDMI output
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HDMI output
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HDMI mini connector
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I/O terminals
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I/O terminals
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Supported languages
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Supported languages
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Power sources
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Power sources
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Battery life*1
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Battery life
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Approx. 300 frames*3
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Tripod socket
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Tripod socket
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-
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Dimensions (W x H x D)
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Dimensions (W x H x D)
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Approx. 126.5 x 74.4 x 53.9
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Weight
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Weight
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Approx. 445 g / 15.7 oz. (including battery and memory card) (TBD)
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Operating environment
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Temperature
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0 - 40°C
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Humidity
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10 - 80% (no condensation)
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Supplied accessories
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Supplied accessories
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Li-ion battery NP-95, Battery charger BC-65N, Shoulder strap, USB cable, Lens cap CD-ROM (Viewer software, RAW File Converter etc, Owner's manual
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