Decent color accuracy
Very good resolution performance
Image stabilization was useless
Poor video performance with few controls
Introduction
The Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR is a camera with a new generation of image sensor that offers special modes for reducing image noise or improving dynamic range. We found the camera produced attractive images, but struggled in burst-mode speed and video quality.
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Page 1
Product Tour
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Page 2
Color
Color accuracy is decent, though film simulations remove certain controls. Read More... |
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Noise
It has a good range of ISOs, and noise was low from ISO 800 down, but high ISOs make lots of noise, and the low noise EXR has limited uses. Read More... |
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Resolution
Sharpness, chromatic aberration and distortion are very good. Image stabilization offered no improvement, however. Read More... |
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Video
Poor color and sharpness, almost no controls, and no HD. Read More... |
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Sample Photos
A gallery of photos taken with the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR Read More... |
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Playback
Editing controls are competent, though direct print options are limited. Read More... |
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Hardware
The camera takes both SDHC and xD cards, yet the I/O port is proprietary. Read More... |
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Controls
There’s a manual mode, and plenty of scene and shooting modes, but exposure control is limited, and the burst modes are overly complex. Read More... |
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Design & Handling
The size and weight are nice, but its surfaces smudge easily and often. Read More... |
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Canon SD970 IS Comparison
 We compare the F200EXR to the SD970 IS. Read More... |
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Casio EX-FC100 Comparison
 We compare the F200EXR to the EX-FC100. Read More... |
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Sony T900 Comparison
 We compare the F200EXR to the DSC-T900. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR. Read More... |
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Photo Gallery
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Part 16
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR. Add your comments... |
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