How does the first camera to feature Fujifilmʼs exr technology fare?

Product Overview

Overall rating:

91%

Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR

Value:90%
Features:90%
Overall score:91%
Performance:90%
Image Quality:90%
Design:95%

Pros:

  • Image quality, useful features, design, wide dynamic range

Cons:

  • Loose battery, start-up could be a little faster, edges around LCD can collect dust

Product:

Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR Review

Manufacturer:

Price as reviewed:

£290.00

Verdict

With the F200 EXR Fujifilm has brought a new standard down to a wider market. Those not wishing to process Raw images but still wanting quality results will welcome the flexibility of the EXR sensor, as well as the results it produces. Detail at lower ISOs is stunning and the extended dynamic range is appreciated, though with little in the way of manual control and lack of functionality I doubt the camera will steal much thunder from the high-end, enthusiast compact market. Should Fujifilm use the sensor in a better-specified body, however, we may see an interesting turn of events.

Ultimately, by straying from the herd and paying attention where it matters, Fujifilm has once again proved the benefits of its innovative sensor technology.

Verdict

With the F200 EXR Fujifilm has brought a new standard down to a wider market. Those not wishing to process Raw images but still wanting quality results will welcome the flexibility of the EXR sensor, as well as the results it produces. Detail at lower ISOs is stunning and the extended dynamic range is appreciated, though with little in the way of manual control and lack of functionality I doubt the camera will steal much thunder from the high-end, enthusiast compact market. Should Fujifilm use the sensor in a better-specified body, however, we may see an interesting turn of events. Ultimately, by straying from the herd and paying attention where it matters, Fujifilm has once again proved the benefits of its innovative sensor technology.

Details

Sensor:12MP, 1/1.6in CCD EXR sensor
Lens:28-140mm f/3.3-5.1
LCD:3in, 230,000-dot
File Formats:JPEG, AVI
Shutter Speeds:8sec-1/1500sec
Exposure Modes:Exr, Auto, Program, Av, Manual
Metering System:256-zone evaluative, average, spot
ISO Range:ISO 100-3200 (6400, 12800 ext)
White Balance:Auto, seven presets, custom
Flash Modes:Auto, slow sync, slow sync with red eye reduction, forced, off
Memory Card:xD/ SD
Connectivity:USB 2.0
Dimensions:97.7 x 58.9 x 23.4mm
Power:Lithium ion
  1. 1. Introduction
  2. 2. Design And Performance
  3. 3. Image Quality And Value For Money
  4. 4. Verdict
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