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HAryan

4:07 PM on 26 November, 2009

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If only this camera either had an articulated LCD like it's predecessor or HD movie recording then I could ignore it's huge weight and size and easily choose it over Canon SX20 or Panasonic FZ35.

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jopey

5:35 PM on 26 November, 2009

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Is it me or does the jpeg compression in those pictures look really ugly? If you look at the 'centre sharpness' concrete wall test image, it's been smushed and it looks like it's made of rice cakes. Did they use the watercolour filter to remove the noise??

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Frank

6:16 PM on 26 November, 2009

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"but but in the third shooting mode it also" (Page 1)

I was tempted to say, no ifs or buts in that review and score, then two come along at the same time.

Where's Simouth Harbour this trip ? all together now, We want Sidmouth harbour !

Another good review Cliff, the introduction with the overview of the market niche and products provided a good perspective.

@jopey, sorry, no, I didn't see the effect you refer to, maybe though if I stared at it long enough : - )

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piesforyou

6:55 PM on 26 November, 2009

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Looks amazing. This could suit me better than an entry level DSLR... hmmmmmmmmm!

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joose

7:42 PM on 26 November, 2009

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@Cliff - Is this a worthwhile upgrade over the last camera? I finally managed to talk my boss into spending a few pennies on the last version this year after being stuck with a little compact for 2 years. Should I start my moaning to him for this one? In two years time he should break lol

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Geoff Richards

8:17 PM on 26 November, 2009

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@joose. Haha. Typo fixed. Thanks

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KlausNordby

12:51 AM on 27 November, 2009

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@Cliff, thanks for another fascinating review of a sexy camera! I read almost all your camera reviews -- but I have a big plea: would you please begin to post at least ONE downloadable original raw file from each camera you review? I don't ever shoot JPG, as I hate how all cameras maul and chew the data into a lossy mush, and I want to see how my raw converters handle handle the various sample files. Thanks!

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PeterHague

6:47 PM on 27 November, 2009

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Nice one Cliff i have a Ricoh R7,Fuji S9600 and a Nikon D5000 cant afford one of these as well!!Great review its nice to read good reviews for non DSLR cameras.Is the work ever going to finish on the Cathedral.

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LaszloCruz

5:33 AM on 28 November, 2009

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Nice review. I'm happy with my Sony Alpha A200 but before I got it I tried my sister's Finepix S9000 and Oh boy! It's such a good camera. I wonder why you didn't make a review of the Sony HX1 this year. It was awarded the best super zoom camera by the TIPA association.

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Noodles

8:41 PM on 28 November, 2009

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Ahh, the Fuji superzoom.. makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside, and takes me back to those early digital days where the sun always shined.. Ask many a professional what was their first "serious" foray into digital, and it's a good chance it was one of this camera's illustrious predecessors'. I worked my way through a S7000, S9500 and a E900 (like a S9500 in miniature) and loved every minute. I picked up a S5800 a few months ago in that big blue red and white supermarket chain for the bargain price of £75. I have absolutely no need for it, but nostalgia feels so good!

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IanPullen

6:38 PM on 3 December, 2009

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Thanks Cliff. Any comment on the smaller sensor compared to the 2/3 in the s100fs? Got the s100fs and chuffed to bits with it, is there enough between the two justify an upgrade?

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RobertoBrandao

8:57 PM on 27 December, 2009

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Hi Cliff, Happy Holidays from Winter Springs, FL!!!

I am very inclined to get me a Fuji Finepix s200ESR or the older S9600... Could you help me make that decison by giving me your opinion whereas it is really worth the price difference?

Rgds, Roberto Brandao - aromatrading@juno.com

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JKL

3:28 PM on 30 December, 2009

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I have just bought a Fujifilm S200EXR on the strength of Cliff Smiths'review above.It came down to the S200EXR and the Panasonic FZ38. Please assure me that I have made the right choice. This was a once in 30years decision as I part retire my faithful Olympus OM1 and enter the spectre of the digital age. Funnily enough despite the wizzardry of the Fuji, it all harks back to basics, which could be done with a little trial and error on the OM1.Wonder if I or the S200EXR will be around in thirty years?

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Biges

10:30 AM on 31 December, 2009

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@JKL

Heh, a buyer's remorse :) I know it, I bought MP640 printer yesterday.

I'm sure you made the right choice after a careful consideration. The camera will be surely useful even after 30 years, but I think you will move to something better anyway. The technology is developing.

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Geoff Richards

11:41 AM on 31 December, 2009

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@JKL - I haven't used this camera myself, but a 10/10 Editor's Choice award from Cliff is certainly a good start; it takes a lot for a camera to score that highly. I suspect either model would've worked well for you but it sounds like the newer Fujifilm may just edge out the older Panasonic.

Welcome to The Digital Age. I'm sure you will enjoy it! :)

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hamidrezaheydari

6:04 PM on 1 January, 2010

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i want a sample video by s200 exr please

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hamidrezaheydari

6:11 PM on 1 January, 2010

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s200 or fz38 ????

i need video by s200

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Philip Swan

4:13 PM on 6 January, 2010

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The video quality is rather poor and the zoom is only useful if you intend to use another soundtrack because the focusing noise is picked up and is very intrusive. This is a wonderful camera but not for video.

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Carlos

11:34 AM on 31 January, 2010

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I currently own an s9600 which I bought after reading the review here to replace my s5600, which in turn replaced my first digital, a fuji a330 (I was 12 at the time!)

I noticed improvements in image quality with each transition, but I have studied some of the pictures I've taken with my s9600, and they are higher in quality than those produced by the s200EXR. Theres no doubt about it, the S9600 handles detail better when you compare the highest res on the two cameras.

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MrEd

12:00 AM on 16 February, 2010

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hi, to buy the s200EXR or fz38 that is the question?

a bigger zoom of the fz38(is it worth it?) & hd vids or better sensor & all round quality of the 200exr??? hmmm anyone used both yet??? any thoughts on the trade off would be usefull here.

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GaryThompson

7:43 PM on 18 February, 2010

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Have just ordered the S200. Reason for choice over the FZ38, better IQ and I kind of see the extra weight as a positive.

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Lori

8:31 PM on 20 March, 2010

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I am torn between this camera and the new Finepix HS10, coming out in april. Any thoughts on this?? I realize the price will be higher, but is the BSI CMOS going to be a better choice over the one in this S200??

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zoli

9:20 AM on 23 March, 2010

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@Lori,

I am not sure BSI CMOS is better than EXR, it's size is 1/2.3, while S200 has 1/1.6. The second is 70% bigger(!) sensor than that the HS10 has.

Also HS10 has 30x optical zoom, which I am not sure about the IQ, especially with that small sensor. Only thing I miss from S200 is the HD movie...

Regardless, I think this is the king of the compact now

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saltski

10:18 AM on 29 March, 2010

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On the strength of this review and the segment on Five's Gadget Show I bought this camera and am expecting delivery tomorrow. I've previously used a Fuji F30fd and S5500, both are excellent cameras and have assimilated me fully to fuji for cameras. This has what I'm looking for as an upgrade from the S5500 (now 5 years old) while I keep the F35 for compact size and underwater use, I also have compact Sony HD camcorder to make up for this cameras video failures. Thanks to TR for the good in depth review and great score, though video sample would be useful.

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WilliamR

11:19 AM on 7 April, 2010

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@JKL. Ah the OM1 truly was a great camera. I cut my teeth on this one. It was absolutely bulletproof, kept on working and when you got used to it, was incredibly (manually) flexible. My all-time favourite. I was working on a mine in the desert at the time using a Mamiya and Hasselblad, too. I think I'm going to have to get the S200EXR to replace my trusty S5000 which has just been lost/stolen.

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SiddharthPundeer

2:24 AM on 21 April, 2010

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considering image quality and performance in super-zoom bridge cameras... which one would be better Panasonic Lumix FZ38 or Fujifilm FinePix S200EXR?

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SiddharthPundeer

5:07 PM on 23 April, 2010

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adding on to the previous enquiry... is Fujifilm's HS10 (with its massive 30x Zoom) a better option than FZ38 and S200EXR

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Doug Sinnott

5:16 PM on 1 July, 2010

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The FZ38 is a great little camera,and is very portable,and will produce very good pictures.

The S200EXR will give you better photos,but is more like a traditional SLR in size and weight,which can be a disadvantage to some people.

I have owned a Panasonic FZ28,which was great travelling camera,but found the eyepiece a bit on the small side,so then I bought a Fuji S9600,bigger and heavier,but a good lens and eyepiece,but the rear lcd was a bit small at 2".But it did produce sharp,colourful pictures,typically "Fuji"

I sold then sold the s9600,and bought a Nikon D40 DSLR,with a standard 18-55 lens,and a 55-200 VR tele zoom,but I now find the bulk and weight of the complete kit too much,and find changing lenses a chore,although otherwise a first class cameera,quick and easy to use.

So I think the Fuji HS10 has a great lens,a great 3" rear screen,and is packed with features,but I think the picture quality of the Fuji S200EXR edges the HS10,being better than some DSLRs,and also utilses a smaller.lighter rechargeable battery,instead of the heavier AA batteries of the HS10.

As long as a heavier camera is no problem for you,either of the Fujis are a safe bet,being more like a "proper" SLR.

If weight is a problem for you,the Panasonic FZ38 is a cracking camera,better than any of the similar offerings from Canon AND Nikon,and the Lica lens is excellent.

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AlanFowlie

8:57 AM on 3 July, 2010

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Hi, I'm struggling to decide between the S200EXR and FZ38, I really like the sound of them both. I like the idea of the S200EXR handling like a DSLR and providing great pictures. The TZ38 sounds versatile, great all rounder which can be used to make great pics and vids.

Im edging towards the TZ38 but is this still a great camera if you take the HD Video element out of it? does the camera have plenty of creativity? My only concern is the joystick used for manual focus - does this take something away from the creative experience?

The S200EXR main downside I can see is the weight, which may be an issue but like the sound of it handling like a DSLR.

I want a camera which takes great pics, which is fairly easy to use as i am a novice but something I can be creative with, please help!

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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. With a manually operated 14.3x lens and EXR sensor providing excellent low light performance, 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. Read full review

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By Cliff Smith
Reviewed 26 November 2009
Updated 26 May 2011

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£315.00

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Value: 10/10
Image Quality: 10/10
Build Quality: 9/10
Overall: 10/10

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Manual 14.3x (30.5-436mm) lens
Powerful flash
Manual controls
Great low light performance
Electronic viewfinder

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Large and heavy body
Only VGA video
Fixed monitor

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