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Fujifilm FinePix S100FS

Author Cliff Smith
Published 13th May 2008
Manufacturer Fujifilm
Price £329.32 (Exc VAT)
as reviewed £386.95 (Inc VAT)
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Build Quality Score 9 for Build Quality
Features Score 10 for Features
Image Quality Score 9 for Image Quality
Value Score 7 for Value
Overall Score 9 for Overall
Fujifilm FinePix S100FS
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Here are some general test shots to help evaluate the camera's overall image quality, including the zoom range of the lens. Some pictures may be clicked to download the full size original image.




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The wide angle end of the zoom is equivalent to 28mm, good for getting lots into the frame.




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The telephoto end is equivalent to 400mm, great for close-ups of distant details.





This was taken with 100% dynamic range...





....while this is the same scene at 400% dynamic range. There is a slight improvement in both shadow and highlight detail.





This was taken using the default Provia film simulation setting.





This is the same scene shot using the Velvia simulation setting. The colours are slightly more saturated, and contrast is higher.





Velvia simulation is nice for shots of nature.





Closest macro range is just 1cm.





The Transat single-handed trans-Atlantic race started from Plymouth on Sunday. These are some of the competitors. The long manual zoom is great for accurate framing.


 

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Comment PixPlanet said on 8th July 2008

I purchased the S100fs in early May, 2008. To say I am impressed is an understatement. If you would like to see - straight out of the camera images, have a look at : http://www.pi... more

Comment Ian Porter said on 6th October 2008

Very nice pictures Dave, they certainly look very impressive to me and are much better than Cliffs for evaluation. I really don't know why Cliff uses those model cars at all. ... more

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