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Fujifilm FinePix S9100

Reviewed January 2007

Our Opinion

Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 9 megapixel

• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •

Functionality

Photographic Qualities


Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.
10 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.
8
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.
8 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.
8
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.
8 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.
9
Software
Based on functionality of bundled software.
8 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.
9
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption —(with rechargeable batteries)
10 Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
8
Total: 9 Total: 8.4

Positives

Negatives

  • Good JPEG image quality.
  • Excellent colour rendition.
  • 10.7X zoom.
  • Powerful flash.
  • High resolution EVF and monitor.
  • xD and CompactFlash I/II slots.
  • Excellent ergonomic design.
  • No real improvement from the S9000/S9500.
  • Wide angle images a bit soft.
  • Compression still too strong at the highest JPEG image quality, and not enough compression choices.
  • No image stabilizer.
  • Odd RAW format that is not on par with other RAW formats.

Approximate Retail Price: (January 2007)

Canada $ 700
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Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
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