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Fujifilm X100 12.3 MP APS-C CMOS EXR Digital Camera with 23mm Fujinon Lens and 2.8-Inch LCD

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  • 12.3-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
  • Newly-developed lens offers a focal length of 23mm (135 equivalent: 35mm) and a widest aperture of F2. Made from molded glass, the lens contains 8 elements in 6 groups
  • Hybrid Viewfinder combines the window-type "bright frame" optical viewfinder, and the electronic viewfinder system
  • HD Movie Mode; capture 720p video
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display type
LCD
LCD
LCD
LCD
display size
2.8 inches
3 inches
3 inches
lens type
fixed
Zoom
Wide Angle
Wide Angle
zoom type
Digital Zoom, Optical Zoom
Optical Zoom
Digital Zoom
shooting modes
Scene
Bulb Mode,Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Automatic
Shutter Priority
connectivity tech
HDMI, USB
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
HDMI, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB

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  • Lens Cap
  • USB Cable
  • Battery
  • Shoulder Strap
  • Instruction Manual
  • Battery Charger
  • Product Description

    Product Description

    The Fujifilm FinePix X100 is a high-precision digital compact camera that combines modern technology with a traditional camera design to deliver the ultimate in image quality.Featuring an APS-C CMOS sensor (12.3 megapixel), a Fujinon 23mm Single Focal Length Fixed F2 lens, a 2.8-inch LCD with 460K pixel, and the world's first Hybrid Viewfinder, the FinePix X100 captures exceptionally high quality images.What's in the box: Fujifilm FinePix X100 Digital Camera, Li-ion Battery (NP-95), Battery Charger (BC-65N), Shoulder Strap, USB Cable, Lens Cap, Metal Strap Clip, Protective Cover, Clip Attaching Tool, CD-ROM, Owner's Manual and 1-Year Limited Warranty.

    From the Manufacturer

    The Fujifilm FinePix X100 is a high-precision digital compact camera that combines modern technology with a traditional camera design to deliver the ultimate in image quality.

    Featuring an APS-C CMOS sensor (12.3 megapixel), a Fujinon 23mm Single Focal Length Fixed F2 lens, a 2.8-inch LCD with 460K pixel, and the world's first Hybrid Viewfinder, the FinePix X100 captures exceptionally high quality images.


    Fujifilm FinePix X100 Highlights


    Custom 12.3-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
    The FinePix X100 features a custom 12.3-megapixel APS-C CMOS high-performance sensor, internally optimized and developed exclusively for this model. Optimization of the angle-of-incidence in conjunction with the specially developed lens maximizes light gathering efficiency extending to the perimeter of the sensor for a sharper image with exceptional clarity. When shooting HD movies, the combination of the large-sized sensor and the large aperture F2 lens, lets users create a soft out-of-focus image--a capability not available in conventional compact cameras. The ideal combination of a fixed focal length lens, high-sensitivity sensor (approximately 10 times the sensitivity of a conventional compact*) and a high-performance image processor captures extremely high quality images from low sensitivity to high sensitivity. In standard form, the planned ISO range is from 200 to 6400, but this can be expanded to include 100 and 12800.


    The newly developed EXR Processor takes EXR processing to new heights. Combined with the high-sensitivity sensor, the EXR Processor achieves the highest resolution, sensitivity and dynamic range ever produced by a FinePix digital camera for the ultimate in image quality. The high-speed CMOS sensor read-out and the EXR Processor's enhanced focusing system contribute to the high-speed AF performance, while the combination of the optical viewfinder and extremely low shutter lag time enhance the image capture experience.



    High-performance 23mm F2 Fujinon lens
    The FinePix X100 comes with a new Fujinon non-collapsible lens structure that expands the realm of photographic expression with sharper resolution from the center to the corners. It has a 23mm (135 equivalent: 35mm) F2 lens, with eight elements in six groups. One aspherical glass molded lens. The adoption of the non-collapsible lens structure with minimized lens length not only contributes to the compact size, but also eliminates telescoping of the lens when the power is on. It's ready to start taking photos the moment the user turns it on. In addition, the lens features not only the large F2 aperture value, but also an optical architecture that maintains a high degree of resolution even when closed by 1 to 2 stops. The adoption of a 9-blade aperture diaphragm combined with the large F2 aperture and high-quality optics lets users take photos with a beautiful circular soft out-of-focus (bokeh) effect. With macro shooting capability as close as four inches, users can explore the fun and fascination of close-up photography. The built-in ND filter (equivalent f-stop reduction of three) can be switched ON/OFF via simple in-camera settings.


    World's first Hybrid Viewfinder
    The true enjoyment of photography begins with the thrill of seeing the world through a viewfinder. The new Hybrid Viewfinder has been developed to reintroduce users to this essential camera experience. It combines the window-type "bright frame" optical viewfinder found in rangefinder-type film cameras such as the classic 135-size or medium-format cameras, with the electronic viewfinder system incorporated in most compact or mirrorless digital cameras. By integrating a prism for the 1,440,000 dot LCD panel image on the viewing screen in the reverse-Galilean optical finder, the Hybrid Viewfinder can show both the shooting frame and a variety of electronic shooting data. It can also be used as a high-quality electronic viewfinder to compose or playback shots. With this ability to instantly switch between optical and electronic viewfinder modes using the simple "one touch" control, the new Hybrid Viewfinder offers users expanded freedom in the composition and enjoyment of photography in a wide range of challenging shooting conditions.


    The reverse Galilean optical finder with a 0.5x magnification features all-glass elements made from high-refractive index glass and demonstrates low chromatic aberration and distortion.

    In optical viewfinder (OVF) mode, the brightness of both the "bright frame" and text data is automatically adjusted according to the brightness of scene area, ensuring that shooting information is always easily and clearly viewable. Also, the displayed shooting data is constantly updated according to changes in shutter speed, exposure, sensitivity and other settings, so that the user's eye never has to leave the viewfinder. In electronic viewfinder (EVF) mode, the photographer can preview the picture or playback the result with the "through the sensor" image review and high-resolution 1,440,000-dot quality. With a flick of the one-touch lever, the user can switch to EVF to preview and confirm exposure settings, depth-of-field, and white balance--an especially useful capability when shooting macro shots and other scenes that are hard to confirm with only an optical viewfinder.

    Stunning retro design
    The FinePix X100 features a beautiful, high-quality design inspired by the classic look and feel of traditional film cameras. The top cover of the upper control deck and the bottom surface have been die-cast from magnesium alloy (semi-solid metal casting), contributing to a high-precision camera body. All dials and rings are precision milled from metal. The ergonomics of the design offer the perfect balance between compact convenience and user-friendly functionality. Traditional 'manual' dials lets the user confirm the position of the settings without turning on the power. The camera's controls have been carefully thought out to give the photographer simple and speedy access to aperture, shutter speed, exposure compensation, etc, allowing maximum creative expression with minimum hassle and enabling the user to view settings--even when the power of the camera is turned off. Custom modes can also be accessed with a one-touch settings change. The chassis has been finished with high-quality leather-like accents and is both a delight to use and a pleasure to hold.

    RAW quality for image enhancement functions
    Capturing the scene in RAW format is easy with just a press of the readily accessible RAW Button on the back of the camera. Photographers can use the built-in RAW Development function to process the RAW data in-camera using the camera's image quality settings. In addition to Fujifilm's original Film Simulation Modes that give photos the distinctive look of Velvia, PROVIA and ASTIA color reversal film emulsions, X100 expands the scope of photo expression with Monochrome Mode that can be fine-tuned with R/Ye/G filter settings. Separate adjustment of shadow tones and highlight tones lets users reproduce the rich tonality of high-contrast subjects.

    Additional Features

    • EVF/OVF Focus Area: The FinePix X100 offers users the choice between the 49-point auto EVF focus area or the 25-point OVF auto focus area as well as the selection of 5 different focus area sizes in EVF mode. Depending on the needs of each scene, the FinePix X100 offers easy focusing by design.
    • HD Movie mode: Lets users capture the action in 720p high-definition detail. Just like taking still photos, users can capture movies with aperture-priority AE and enjoy a soft, defocused background effect. In addition, the built-in HDMI Mini connector allows users to easily and directly connect the FinePix X100 to high-definition TVs for showing stills and movies with plug-and-play ease.
    • Motion Panorama: With the built-in Motion Panorama function, it is easy to capture 180° and 120° panoramic photos. Later users can print the results as pin-sharp A3-size (11.7" X 16.5") enlargements and share the enjoyment of high-quality panoramic photography.
    • Multi-Bracketing Functions: The FinePix X100 has four types of bracketing functions: AE, ISO, Dynamic Range and Film Simulation. One click of the shutter captures 3 bracketed images of the scene so the photographer knows he's captured the moment. Star Quality--Premium Accessory Lineup

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    3.8 out of 5
    204 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the image quality, portability, and appearance of the camera. For example, they mention it takes excellent pictures, has a great build, and the RAW quality is superb. Some appreciate the retro design and the custom leather cases. That said, opinions are mixed on the lens, performance, and ease of use.

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    93 customers mention80 positive13 negative

    Customers like the image quality of the camera. They say it's a beautifully built camera that takes excellent pictures. They also say the image review in the finder is nice. Customers also mention that the detail and color are fantastic. They appreciate the camera's gorgeous design and the ability to take spontaneous, unposed pictures. Customers are also happy with the sharpness and color rendition of the photos.

    "...The image quality will make you weep.Flash:The built in flash does the best fill flash I have ever done...." Read more

    "...balance works pretty well and it has a fast lens and takes good pics at high ISO levels so is good for low light...." Read more

    "...First the good: the quality of the sensor is top-notch. Images at 1600 look fantastic and 3200 is very good...." Read more

    "...I can also categorically say that in terms of image quality, the X100 camera can hold its own against some of the best APS-C-sized sensored dSLRs in..." Read more

    79 customers mention69 positive10 negative

    Customers like the quality of the camera. They say it's built like a tank, it'll last a lifetime, and it has a very silent shutter sound. They also appreciate the outstanding prime lens and the ability to take high-quality pictures in low light. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...The controls are real metalknobs. The build quality is like a good film camera...." Read more

    "...That, combined with the sharp, wide, fast lens should make it a great indoor shooter. The top controls and aperture ring are great...." Read more

    "...with a good-sized sensor, a real optical view finder (OVF) and a very capable lens, this setup provided me with a compact, light, inexpensive and..." Read more

    "...The viewfinder is very well done and not a gimmick at all...." Read more

    41 customers mention36 positive5 negative

    Customers like the appearance of the camera. They say it has a retro design that is more than skin deep. They appreciate the gorgeous custom leather cases and thumb grips. They also say it marries style with substance. Overall, customers are satisfied with the appearance and functionality of the product.

    "...If I wanted to shoot video I would bring a video camera. It's 720p, looks nice but it's not an $80k Ikegami. If I want..." Read more

    "...It has a solid feel in the hand and the look is very retro in looks and quality build...." Read more

    "...Overall, I love the form-factor...." Read more

    "...soon as you pick it up, you're rewarded with the feel of a beautifully designed device, with great craftsmanship, finish and weight...." Read more

    36 customers mention33 positive3 negative

    Customers appreciate the portability of the camera. They say it has a compact size, superb lens, and fits in their jacket pocket. Some mention that the size is important, and that the camera is just the right size.

    "...The availability of several good light and very compact interchangeable pancake prime lenses adds further to the attraction of the GH2 as a video..." Read more

    "...First, the size is important. I need a camera I can have with me when it doesn't make sense to carry around my bigger equipment...." Read more

    "Beautiful compact body. Large APS-C sized sensor with outstanding low-light performance and class-leading DxOMark score...." Read more

    "...dials, a large DSLR sized sensor, packed in a durable but conveniently sized package. Yes, it's on the pricey side, but quality always is...." Read more

    67 customers mention35 positive32 negative

    Customers are mixed about the performance of the camera. Some mention that it has a good performance, with true-to-life colors and shooting performance. They also appreciate the super fast lens and low noise even at high ISOs. However, others say that it's not fast enough for action shooters, the autofocus speed is slow, writes to the card are slow, and the start up time is slow. Additionally, some complain that the focus dial is slow to move back and forth.

    "...as well as the auto white balance works pretty well and it has a fast lens and takes good pics at high ISO levels so is good for low light...." Read more

    "...That, combined with the sharp, wide, fast lens should make it a great indoor shooter. The top controls and aperture ring are great...." Read more

    "...Focus is slow, writes to the card are slow, start up time is slow. I didn't find any of these things to the extent that I had read about...." Read more

    "...The Fujifilm X100 can autofocus on video and its pretty fast...." Read more

    52 customers mention30 positive22 negative

    Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the digital camera. Some mention it's amazingly easy to operate, with no real issues and it takes fantastic photos. However, others say the firmware is buggy and the menus are tough to get used to, with an unwieldy system. They also say the software is not intuitive and the controls setup is poor for a few key settings.

    "...I wished this was button activated but its fairly easy to access it from the menu...." Read more

    "...Some say the menus are not intuitive and difficult to navigate.You figure it out and use it...." Read more

    "...happy having fast access to aperture and shutter speed as well as easy programming for things like bracketing...." Read more

    "...This camera is a joy to use with very good image quality. I am not a professional, just a hobbyist...." Read more

    44 customers mention13 positive31 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the focus of the camera. They mention that the manual focus is useless, the focus can hunt, and the macro mode is a hit and miss. The focus is able to focus much closer than AF-S, but it takes more time to lock focus. The camera will shoot even without achieving focus, and it's unusable as a conventional manual focus ring.

    "...auto focuses and you use it.Focus is slow, writes to the card are slow, start up time is slow...." Read more

    "...The X100 also has a dedicated ring for manual focus and dedicated buttons for metering, auto-focus point position, changing OVF/EVF/LCD, macro mode,..." Read more

    "...Simply put, the x100's manual focus is pathetic. I can't imagine it ever being useful. It's slow. Even with the 1.1 firmware it's super slow...." Read more

    "...Manual focus is software wired so it's not quite as nice as full-time focus you get on other motorized lenses, not to mention it's slow focusing..." Read more

    34 customers mention12 positive22 negative

    Customers are mixed about the lens of the camera. Some mention they're happy with the OVF and EVF, saying the lens is great and produces fantastic images. They also love the manual controls, saying that the optical viewfinder and EVM are perfect. However, others say that the camera does not work well at all, the full auto is too slow, and the camera is not good as a general, all purpose family camera. They say that there are small issues that need worked around.

    "...After a while you don't have to figure it out.Non-Interchangeable lens:..." Read more

    "...-C sized sensor with outstanding low-light performance and class-leading DxOMark score. Fast f2.0 lens from top-tier lens manufacturer...." Read more

    "...There are some cheap parts like the control dial that take away from this being perfect as far as overall build goes.Controls:..." Read more

    "...-Lens cap. Looks cool, functions crappy. No lock, it just slides on with friction and has no tether, meaning you'll lose it...." Read more

    You Broke My Heart, Fuji!
    2 Stars
    You Broke My Heart, Fuji!
    Beautiful compact body. Large APS-C sized sensor with outstanding low-light performance and class-leading DxOMark score. Fast f2.0 lens from top-tier lens manufacturer. Innovative optical/electronic view finder. Favorable initial reviews from trusted sources like Luminous Landscape. Could this be the perfect carry-everywhere camera? I could not resist any longer and was fortunate enough to get one from the first batch of Amazon orders. WOOO HOOO!!!!!The camera arrived last week and since it arrived I have been taking pictures with it every day in all the situations where I wouldn't normally bring my GH1 or D3S. Inside and outside. Bright light and low light. People and things. Pictures of friends and family at home, out-and-about, on nature walks, in restaurants, at school. Pictures of food served in restaurants. Pictures of my children's classmates in the classroom and on the playground. Pictures of flowers and bugs and plants. And each picture I took dragged me kicking and screaming and ultimately crying to the unavoidable conclusion that this camera is fatally and tragically flawed.Like the hero of a Greek tragedy, the Fujifilm X100 has the most promising of attributes, each with a fatal flaw, and the outcome is photographic tragedy. This camera has delivered more out-of-focus shots than I have ever experienced in my three decades of photography. Of more than five hundred pictures that I've taken with the X100 in the past week, less than 50 are in focus and only a handful are keepers. With firmware 1.01, the X100 can only reliably take good pictures of stationary well-lit subjects, like static scenes or posed people.Let's start with the innovative optical viewfinder (OVF). It has a white rectangle in the middle that turns green when the camera acquires focus. But the OVF doesn't tell you what part of the scene is in focus and it most definitely is not that white rectangle in the middle. (This is partially mitigated by the 2011/06/24 firmware update.) My only consistent success with the OVF is with static scenes entirely contained in the chosen depth of field, like pictures of a wall. If you want to know what part of the scene is in focus, you must use the electronic viewfinder (EVF). But the EVF has a perceptable lag so you can't use it to time your shutter. And even worse, when you initiate auto-focus, the EVF is momentarily frozen and by the time it unfreezes and you can see your subjects to be in focus and properly framed, your subjects may have moved on, so when you release the shutter you end up with another out-of-focus shot. My only consistent success with the EVF is with static or posed subjects, like the ones that appeared in the Luminous Landscape and Steve Huff reviews. Don't believe me? Check the X100 image samples on dpreview -- there are only two pictures with non-static subjects (DSCF0345, two girls on a rocking horse, DSCF0422 couple hugging), and they're both out-of-focus. I didn't count DSCF0426 (woman in front of mosaic) even though the woman was out-of-focus because the mosaic was the subject.Second consider the fast f2.0 Fuji lens that I have coveted since the X100 was announced at Photokina 2010. It lacks optical image stabilization (OIS). So if you're shooting handheld, you have to keep the shutter above 1/60 or better still 1/125 to avoid handheld motion blur. Its soft at f2.0. So if you want a sharp image, you're going to have to stop down to f2.8 or better yet f4.0. And now you're looking a camera that's not so great at low light anymore unless you stick it on a tripod and what's the point of a compact camera that must be mounted on a tripod?Third the auto-focus. It only works well for subjects that are well front-lit. As the light decreases or moves behind the subject, the X100 quickly gets to the point where it can't auto-focus at all even with the very intrusive AF assist light. "No problem," I thought, "I'll switch to manual focus and use this beautiful focus ring on the front of the camera". But that focus ring is only tenuously connected to the camera's focus point, and the connection is 100% electronic. You can turn the focus ring 10 times in the same direction and still the focus will only have changed a tiny bit. Even something so basic as using the ring to move the focus to the closest focus point (4") or the farthest focus point (infinity) is 100% unpredictable and 100% annoying. So if you want to acquire accurate focus, you have to use the auto-focus with the EVF, a wide f-stop, and the scene better be well front-lit or the auto-focus will hunt hunt hunt and never acquire focus.Fourth the camera's controls. The X100 has dedicated controls for aperture, shutter speed, and exposure compensation. As expected, you change those settings whenever you want and they take effect immediately (provided you don't switch between automatic and manual modes). The X100 also has a dedicated ring for manual focus and dedicated buttons for metering, auto-focus point position, changing OVF/EVF/LCD, macro mode, flash, white balance, shooting mode (aka "drive"), menu, and a custom function button that can be set to the ND filter or ISO (among others). Unfortunately you cannot use any of those controls or change any of those settings while the camera is recording an image. With a premium 30MB/s Sandisk Extreme SDHC card, the X100 takes between 7 and 10 seconds to record a single RAW+JPG image and 30 seconds to record a burst. During that time, you can't switch between the OVF/EVF/LCD, change the metering mode, move the auto-focus point, manually set the focus, turn the ND filter on or off, change the ISO, or turn the flash on or off. Nor can you switch between auto-aperture and manual aperture, or between auto-shutter and manual shutter while the camera is saving an image. That's right, after every picture the X100 controls are frozen for 7-30 seconds, including the manual focus ring. It's so difficult to believe, so out of the range of thinkable thought, that few reviewers have noticed it. It's annoying if you're shooting a static scene, but the scene isn't changing so you can just wait until the red light stops blinking and then change your settings. But if you're recording a dynamic scene, it's intolerable.That's the synopsis of Greek tragedy that is the Fuji Finepix X100. All the desirable attributes of a camera in a camera that can only consistently take good pictures of well front-lit static or scripted scenes. Over the past week, I grew to appreciate my Nikon D3s even more by way of contrast with the X100. I realized that my D3s is big and heavy but it is the ultimate clutch camera. No matter what the photographic situation, I am sure to walk away with some outstanding shots from the D3s. The Fuji X100 is the exact opposite - in most photographic situations, I am likely to walk away with no good shots at all. The Fuji X100 is the ultimate choke camera.There are some other problems with the camera that I would gladly overlook if the camera could take more in focus pictures. But I'll include them anyway in case you wouldn't be able to overlook them.The camera is uncomfortable to shoot one-handed. It's significantly heavier than a LX3 or GH1 w/ 20mm f1.7. It doesn't have a grip and the front is covered with slippery plastic material so that when shooting one-handed you have to support it from the bottom with your pinkie, which quickly becomes uncomfortable. Even my monster D3s with the 24-70mm f2.8 zoom is more comfortable to shoot one-handed than the X100.There's one customizable "function" button but no dedicated button for ISO, the ND filter, for burst mode, or to take a movie. I set it to the ND filter, which means I have to trust to the (mostly good) auto ISO setting.The 720p24 movies that the X100 takes are good, although they are often out-of-focus and the camera is very slow to reacquire focus. If I had to take a movie, I'd pick my GH1 and TM700 far ahead of my LX3, D3s, or X100. Next on the list (and far down) I would probably pick the D3s with manual focusing even though I dislike manual focusing - at least I could choose an appropriate lens for the situation and there's always hope that the movie would be in focus and if not I could only blame myself. The LX3 movies are always in focus but the colors are faded and grainy even in bright light so I would more likely take a chance on the X100 than enduring the LX3 movies.The X100 can capture more detail in a static well-lit scene than the Nikon D3s does with a similar number of pixels. The colors in the RAW files are chalky and the greens in the RAW files are very brown. Not sure how this affects the JPEG conversion since my favorite RAW program (DxO) doesn't yet support the Fuji X100.The menus aren't any better or worse than the menus from Panasonic, Canon, or Nikon. The lack of "menu resume" is annoying.The on-camera flash is excellent. Somehow Fuji has programmed the on-camera flash to emit just the right amount of flash to improve the picture. It's the only camera I have with a built-in flash where direct flash pictures can often look better than non-flash pictures.To save batteries, I turn off image review, turn on "OVF power save mode", and reduce the LCD intensity, so I haven't yet had a problem with battery life. I appreciate that Fuji decided to use one of their standard batteries and chargers instead of making a new battery size for every camera like Panasonic does to my great annoyance.Ultimately, the Fuji Finepix X100 is a very limited use camera. It can't replace an LX3, GH1, D7000, or D3s. In perfect conditions it is capable of taking better images than any of those cameras, but in real world use it is unlikely to do so. You broke my heart, Fuji.**Update 2011/06/24**On June 24, 2011, Fujifilm provided a firmware update 1.10 that claims to fix an astounding twenty two defects in the camera. Most of the repaired defects were related to inconsistencies in the user interface. The 1.10 firmware also adds a "Corrected AF Frame" feature that appears to improve the operation of the OVF. According to the updated X100 user manual (p.87), "A second focus frame for focus distances of about 80cm will be added to the display in the optical viewfinder. The focus frame for the current focus distance is displayed in green when the shutter button is pressed halfway." I no longer have an X100 to test, but it sounds like the corrected AF frame gives a better idea of what the camera is focusing on when using the OVF.
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