Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR
Manufacturer: Fujifilm Part number: 15842427
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- Don't let its new sensor technology scare you off: the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR is an excellent compact camera with shooting features for just about every type of user.
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CNET editors' review
Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR price range: $284.95 - $399.99
- Reviewed by: Joshua Goldman
- Reviewed on: 07/16/2009
The good: Excellent photo quality; lots of useful features; very good dynamic range and high ISO performance in EXR modes; takes SDHC and xD cards.
The bad: Basic Movie mode for its price; limited aperture settings; menu systems take some getting used to.
The bottom line: Don't let its new sensor technology scare you off: the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR is an excellent compact camera with shooting features for just about every type of user.
If you follow camera sensor advancements, you've no doubt heard of the Fujifilm Super CCD EXR sensor that made its debut in the 12-megapixel compact FinePix F200EXR. (If you don't, click to read a basic explanation of the technology). Without getting bogged down in specifics, the sensor is designed to improve dynamic range and low-light performance--two things many point-and-shoot cameras are not so good at. It comes at the cost of resolution (half of it, to be precise), but the design pays off and delivers on both accounts. Plus, its other features and fairly simple usability make it an ideal choice for households with a variety of shooters.
| Key specs | Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR |
| Price (MSRP) | $379.95 |
| Dimensions (WHD) | 3.8 x 2.3 x 0.9 inches |
| Weight (with battery and media) | 6.8 ounces |
| Megapixels, image sensor size, type | 12 megapixels, 1/1.6-inch CCD (6 megapixels in EXR D-Range and High ISO modes) |
| LCD size, resolution/viewfinder | 3-inch LCD, 230K dots/none |
| Lens (zoom, aperture, focal length) | 5x, f3.3-5.1, 28-140mm (35mm equivalent) |
| File format (still/video) | JPEG/Motion JPEG |
| Highest resolution size (still/video) | 4,000x3,000 pixels/640x480 at 30fps |
| Image stabilization type | Mechanical and electronic |
| Battery type, rated life | Lithium ion rechargeable, 230 shots |
Similar in design and control layout to the FinePix F60fd, the F200EXR is small without sacrificing comfort and it feels very well constructed. Up front is a lens with what are quickly becoming the standard specs for a compact in this class: 28mm wide-angle with a 5x zoom. The same can be said for the 3-inch LCD on back, which is bright and fine quality. To the top right of the LCD is the Shooting Mode dial, which moves a little too freely and would be better sunken into the body instead of sitting outside of it.
As for the menu systems, they can be a little frustrating at first, but once you understand them they're fairly simple. Below the Mode dial is the F-mode button for bringing up a menu of shooting options specific to the mode you're in. All other general camera controls--shooting priority, light metering, AF mode, continuous options, image stabilization--are under the main menu system, reached by pressing the Menu/OK button at the center of the directional pad. This main menu system is where you go for a secondary menu of setup settings, too, for things like date and time, LCD brightness, and to format memory cards (SDHC and xD cards can be used in this model).
| General shooting options | Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR |
| ISO sensitivity (full resolution) | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1,600, 3,200 |
| White balance | Auto, Fine, Shade, Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm white), Fluorescent (Cool white), Incandescent, Underwater, Manual |
| Recording modes | Auto, EXR, Natural Light, Natural Light & Flash, Scene Position, Program, Manual, Movie |
| Focus | Multi AF, Continuous AF, Center AF |
| Metering | Multi, Spot, Average |
| Color effects | Standard, Vivid, Soft, Black & White, Sepia |
| Burst mode shot limit (full resolution) | 3 photos |
As for shooting options, the F200EXR has a lot to pick from. For starters, there's the namesake EXR mode. This consists of High Resolution Priority, D-Range Priority, High ISO & Low Noise Priority, and Auto EXR. Auto EXR is scene recognition that also recognizes which EXR Priority option to use. It's effective and reliable as long as you're OK with the reduced 6-megapixel resolution of the D-Range and High ISO & Low Noise Priority modes. It's certainly one of the best put-it-there-and-leave-it-there auto modes I've tested.
If you don't want to use the EXR, there's a regular Auto mode for more ordinary shooting that uses the camera's full 12-megapixel resolution as well as 15 scene modes to choose from. There's a Natural Light mode for low-light shooting without the flash and a Natural with Flash that takes two pictures, one using available light and one with flash. A Program mode lets the camera handle shutter speed and aperture while you tweak everything else. This also has an aperture-priority option, but the settings are limited to f3.3 and f9 at the lens' widest position and f5.1 and f14 when zoomed out. Lastly, there's a Manual mode, but again aperture is limited to those four settings.
There is, of course, face detection--with or without auto red-eye correction--which features improved detection for up to 10 faces, upside down, slanted, and sideways, head on or profile. And for those who like experimenting with film types, Fujifilm modeled color options after three of its film types: Provia (standard color), Velvia (vivid color), and Astia (soft tones).
With all that's going on internally with the F200EXR, it's not shocking that it takes 2.7 seconds to go from off to first shot. Its shutter lag in bright conditions pushes the limit of acceptable at 0.5 second, but it never felt slow in use. Low-light results were very good, though, only taking 0.6 second from pressing the shutter to capture. Shot-to-shot time was a respectable 1.4 seconds without the flash and 2.5 seconds with the flash in use. The full-resolution burst mode is limited to three shots, grabbing them in 1 frame per second flat.
To reiterate what was said at the top of this review, the Super CCD EXR sensor paid off in this camera and is more than just marketing mumbo jumbo. The photo quality is excellent, particularly the dynamic range and high ISO performance using the EXR settings.
Using the full 12-megapixel resolution, detail and sharpness are good at ISO 100 and 200. Subjects start getting a more painterly look at ISO 400 from noise reduction and picked up some noticeable noise at ISO 800, but the results are still usable. ISO 1600 and 3200 aren't really usable except at small sizes, maybe. If you're going to shoot in low light, I highly suggest using the EXR mode. Though this lowers the resolution to 6 megapixels, the end result is better with accurate colors and good detail.
As for dynamic range, in our lab tests there was little discernable difference in photo quality using the EXR D-Range setting. However, in my real-world shooting the improvement in lowlights and highlights was noticeable, retaining detail, sharpness, and color despite shadows or glaring sunlight.
Without the Super CCD EXR sensor, the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR is a very good 12-megapixel compact camera with a lot of shooting options. However, the extra flexibility of the sensor and the wide-angle 5x zoom lens pushes it beyond that, making it one of the best in its class. And with the price now hovering a little over $300, you're not paying more for the privilege.
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User reviews
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A Point and Shoot for photographers.
by jdventer on August 10, 2009
Pros: Excellent photo quality for a Point and Shoot
Cons: It is easy to end up changing the wrong setting. No raw format.
Summary: If care about photo quality but don't want to or can't carry a DSLR it is a good choice. I bought it so I can always have a ...
Summary: If care about photo quality but don't want to or can't carry a DSLR it is a good choice. I bought it so I can always have a camera with me.
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Impressed! A great little camera for great photos
by robBob57 on October 3, 2009
Pros: Considering the size it makes good quality sharp photos
Also in low light situations
Fits well in the handCons: Slight convexity on close ups. Straight lines bend outwards somewhat.
Battery is a bit on the small side. Recommend buying an extra for long day shootings.Summary: Being a point, shoot and get on with life type of guy. I wanted a little camera that I could hide in my back pocket, but could also take some ...
Summary: Being a point, shoot and get on with life type of guy. I wanted a little camera that I could hide in my back pocket, but could also take some near professional pictures. In my opinion this it it. Got it for our summer vacation trip to Sardinia, which also included a tour of a cave. Surprising, almost all the pictures came out decent considering the low light environment. On the beach it was of course perfect to have around. Now if they can only make it waterproof too!
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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AWESOME point and SHOOT
by kvolunteer on September 27, 2009
Pros: Clear and fast pictures for those who are like me who just need something simple!
Cons: Settings are easily switched especially pulling out of pocket.
Summary: GREAT quality pictures. DO not use EXR. May take a few days to get settings the way you like, BUT OVERALL well worth the money.JUST took 878 pictures on ...
Summary: GREAT quality pictures. DO not use EXR. May take a few days to get settings the way you like, BUT OVERALL well worth the money.JUST took 878 pictures on a Mission Trip to Honduras and was well PLEASED with its performance. I needed something light and POINT and SHOOT! Was NOT SOLD until I took it and used it on
the trip...I LOVED its performance. My daughter and many others commented as I posted pictures from Honduras how great the pictures were.SO for the money I AM WELL-PLEASED. The only thing is the settings wheel is easily changed, but other than that and knowing NOT to use the EXR mode, it is an awesome camera.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Disappointed
by Miami33131 on September 11, 2009
Pros: loads of features, feels good, looks good.
Cons: Didn't deliver on picture quality.
Summary: I've had Sony and Nikon and after reading the reviews on CNET, it looked like the Fuji was the perfect replacement. Wrong. I like the camera but the bottom ...
Summary: I've had Sony and Nikon and after reading the reviews on CNET, it looked like the Fuji was the perfect replacement. Wrong. I like the camera but the bottom line is the picture quality was just not as good as my previous Sony (DSC7). The camera takes too long to adjust to light conditions after powering up. If you don't take the time to turn it on, depress the shutter half way, then take the picture, you will have poorly lit pictures. This is not cool when traveling and are taking shots on the go. I sent it back after 3 weeks of testing!
1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Difficult for amateurs to use
by clever04 on November 16, 2009
Pros: Takes great pics in well lit areas, lots of modes to choose from, EXR mode takes great pics in most situations
Cons: No HD videos, menus and modes can be confusing and difficult to navigate, difficult to take pics in low light (if you use the auto modes)
Summary: We bought this camera because of the great reviews and the EXR function. We were going to Italy and knew our current camera wouldn't cut it.
Well, my mom'...Summary: We bought this camera because of the great reviews and the EXR function. We were going to Italy and knew our current camera wouldn't cut it.
Well, my mom's less expensive Canon Powershot took better pics!
I'm an amateur when it comes to photography so I only use the auto modes. My indoor pics and night pics are inconsistent, even using auto modes dedicated to party (indoor) and night time situations. These pictures frequently come out blurry or too dark.
I was unsuccessful taking pictures of anything in shadow, too. My mom's Canon, on the other hand, didn't darken the subject or over-expose subjects in backlit situations.
The camera also stopped registering pics on one of my memory cards. Less than 1G into the memory card, the camera started saying that the pics were not readable. Luckily we only lost about 15 pics before we noticed the problem. To be fair, it might have been an issue with the memory card.
This was a pricey camera but I think you need to know what you're doing in order to use it. For what I need, the Canon seems to be easier to use and more successful in the auto modes.
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great camera
by chimayred on November 4, 2009
Pros: versatile, solid, good screen
Cons: monitor lag
Summary: former F30 owner, have had 5 fuji's. This is very good and for a point and shoot it is the way to go.
Summary: former F30 owner, have had 5 fuji's. This is very good and for a point and shoot it is the way to go.
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EXCELLENT EXR FUNCTION MAKES ALL THE RELEVANT SETTINGS.
by ramratanfirst on August 8, 2009
Pros: EXR AUTO Function sets the shooting mode according to the scene.
Picture Quality is superb.
Great Shots even in low-light conditions
Depth and Colours in Pictures.Cons: 5X Zoom Limits the range.
Battery life could have been better.Summary: Overall, the BEST COMPACT DIGITAL CAMERA I HAVE USED after PANASONIC LUMIX TZ3.
Its worth the money.Summary: Overall, the BEST COMPACT DIGITAL CAMERA I HAVE USED after PANASONIC LUMIX TZ3.
Its worth the money.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Fujifilm
- Part number: 15842427
- Description: The F200EXR offers the most advanced technologies available, including Dynamic Range Bracketing, Dual Image Stabilization, Face Detection 3.0, and ISO settings of up to an unprecedented ISO 12800, allowing you to capture any shot, any place and at any time with the lowest noise signature to date. With EXR Auto, the F200EXR recognizes the subject and scene, and automatically decides the optimum EXR shooting mode. With three options of fine capture technology with high resolution, pixel fusion technology for high sensitivity and low noise, and dual capture technology for wide dynamic range - that users can also select manually - the camera combines the best of EXR selectable sensor modes with SR Auto Automatic Scene Recognition. New to the F200EXR are an extra-large 3.0" LCD, HD Photo to capture still photos at 1920 x 1080, HD output and film simulation modes (based on Fujifilm's legendary Velvia, Provia and Soft lines), including Sepia and Black and White modes.
General
- Product Type Digital camera - Compact
- Width 3.9 in
- Depth 0.9 in
- Height 2.3 in
- Weight 6.2 oz
- Enclosure Color Black
Main Features
- Resolution 12 megapixels
- Color Support Color
- Optical Sensor Type Super CCD EXR
- Effective Sensor Resolution 12,000,000 pixels
- Light Sensitivity ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, ISO 3200, ISO auto, ISO 6400 (6Mpix), ISO 12800 (3Mpix)
- Digital Zoom 4.4 x
- Shooting Modes Frame movie mode
- Shooting Programs Snow, Text, Beach, Flower, Museum, Sunset, Fireworks, Landscape, Night mode, Underwater, Sports mode, Party/indoor, Natural light, Portrait mode, Night (tripod), Portrait enhancer
- Special Effects Film Simulation
- Image Stabilizer Optical (image sensor shift mechanism)
- Max Shutter Speed 1/1500 sec
- Min Shutter Speed 8 sec
- Exposure Metering Multi-segment
- Exposure Modes Manual, Program, Automatic, Aperture-priority
- Exposure Metering Zones 256
- Face Detection Yes
- White Balance Custom, Presets, Automatic
- White Balance Presets Fine, Shade, Underwater, Incandescent, Fluorescent light (daylight), Fluorescent light (cool white), Fluorescent light (warm white)
- Digital Video Format AVI, MJPEG
- Still Image Format JPEG
- TV Tuner None
- Video Capture AVI - 640 x 480, AVI - 320 x 240
Memory / Storage
- Integrated Memory 48 MB
- Image Storage JPEG 4000 x 3000, JPEG 4000 x 2664, JPEG 4000 x 2248, JPEG 2816 x 2112, JPEG 2816 x 1864, JPEG 2816 x 1584, JPEG 2048 x 1536, JPEG 2048 x 1536, JPEG 1920 x 1080
Camera Flash
- Camera Flash Built-in flash
- Flash Modes Auto mode, Fill-in mode, Slow synchro, Flash OFF mode, Red-eye reduction
- Red Eye Reduction Yes
- Effective Flash Range 1 ft - 14 ft
- Features AF illuminator
Lens System
- Type Zoom lens - 6.4 mm - 32 mm - F/3.3-5.1
- Focal Length 6.4 mm - 32 mm
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 28 - 140 mm
- Focus Adjustment Automatic
- Min Focus Range 17.7 in
- Macro Focus Range 5-80cm
- Lens Aperture F/3.3-5.1
- Optical Zoom 5 x
- Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
- Features Built-in lens shield
Additional Features
- Self Timer Yes
- Self Timer Delay 2 sec, 10 sec
- Additional Features DPOF support, Direct print, Face detection, Audio recording, Built-in speaker, Resizing an image, Exif Print support, USB 2.0 compatibility, Digital image rotation, In-camera red-eye removal
Display
- Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 3 in - Color
- Display Form Factor Built-in
- Display Format 230,000 pixels
Digital Player (Recorder)
- Type None
Microphone
- Type Microphone - Built-in
- Microphone Operation Mode Mono
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x USB, 1 x Component video output
- Expansion Slot(s) 1 x xD-Picture Card, 1 x SD Memory Card
Software
- Software FinePix Viewer, Drivers & Utilities
Miscellaneous
- Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
- Included Accessories Hand strap
- Cables Included USB cable, A/V cable
Power
- Power Device Battery charger - External
Battery
- Supported Battery Fujifilm NP-50
- Supported Battery 1 x Fujifilm NP-50 Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Product series
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Manufacturer: Fujifilm
Specs: Ultracompact, 12, 5 x, 3 in LCD display
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Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR (with 8GB SDHC card)
Manufacturer: Fujifilm
Specs: Ultracompact, 12 megapixels, 5 x, 3 in LCD display, 8 GB - SDHC Memory Card
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