Fuji X10 12.0 Megapixel Advanced Compact Reviews Roundup
On September 1 2011, Fujifilm announced the X10, a step-down version of the X100 in terms of both price and features. It features a 2/3-inch 12 Megapixels EXR CMOS image sensor, f/2 Fujinon 4x optical zoom lens, manual exposure controls, full 1080p HD video support, 7fps full resolution shooting (or 10fps at reduced resolution) and 2.8-inch 460k-dot LCD. The X10 also comes with a standard optical viewfinder instead of the hybrid EVF/OVF of the X100. In shooting mode, users can select the following for any lighting situation:
SN (Signal to Noise) High Sensitivity and Low Noise - produces clear and sharp high-sensitivity images while keeping noise levels low, which is ideal for capturing night scenes or indoor situations with poor lighting.
DR (Dynamic Range) Wide Dynamic Range - delivers an increased dynamic range (up to 1600%) to deliver rich gradations and detail in both shadows and highlights.
HR (High Resolution) - takes full advantage of the 12 megapixel resolution to reproduce the finest details in landscape and portrait scenes, perfect for use on bright clear days.
With that EXR imaging system comes a manually-operated 4x manual zoom lens covering the 28-112mm equivalent range. The comes with a Super EBC (Electron Beam Coating) that achieves superb image clarity from edge to edge. The lens consists of 11 glass lens elements in 9 groups, including 3 aspherical glass lens elements (6 sides) and 2 extra-low dispersion lens elements. Together with its wide-angle maximum aperture of F2.0 to a maximum telephoto aperture of F2.8, the X10 delivers bright images with outstanding clarity.
Fuji Finepix X10 Sample Photos on Flickr
Fuji Finepix X10 Camera Reviews Roundup
| TechRadar: "Just as it did with the FinePix X100, Fuji has managed to make a camera with the Fuji FinePix X10 that not only looks the part, but delivers on image quality and handling too. The well-constructed metal body is robust, easy to use and looks very smart too. Image quality is as good as any high-end compact camera can deliver at the moment, especially if the EXR modes are used to their strengths, although the zoom is l..." - Oct 12 2012 More » | |
| Imaging Resource: "Fujifilm has acknowledged that the white disc problem is a serious flaw. Although it's something that really should have been caught and corrected before the camera went into production, Fuji has shown commitment to resolving the problem, taking the unusual step of revisiting its sensor design to correct the problem. We've not yet had the opportunity to look at an updated camera, though. Given that it's possible the..." - Jun 18 2012 More » | |
| Steve's Digicam: "Looking at our M&M ISO series we can see traces of luminous noise even at the lowest ISO 100 setting. However, the X10 controls noise levels well for a camera with a 2/3-inch sensor. As you increase the sensitivity, noise levels slowly rise. I personally felt that the camera produces excellent results up to ISO 2000, and even the maximum full resolution setting of 3200 looks usable. After 3200, resolution drops..." - Jun 13 2012 More » | |
| Phoblographer: "RAW images right out of the camera are more lackluster than others I've dealt with. However, the raw files from the X10 has an incredible latitude of editing abilities. I've read other blog posts talk about how terrible the red channel is, but I have yet to see what they're talking about. In fact, I found the red channel to be very good in my editing experience. Using Lightroom 4, I often opted to boost the contrast..." - Mar 28 2012 More » | |
| Electronista: "The X100, when it first arrived, came across as a surgeon's scalpel. What it did was done exceptionally well, but just as you wouldn't use a scalpel to butter your toast, you wouldn't use an X100 and its 23mm, fixed-distance lens to capture much more than portraits, close-ups, and on-the-street candids. Those willing to spend $1,200 for one knew what they were getting; many weren't ready for the outlay, simply becau..." - Mar 19 2012 More » | |
| pixiq: "The CMOS sensor with its unusual oval patterned pixel array produced lovely, accurate color and excellent skin tones. The EXR extended range contrast system worked very well, although it should be said that even without it, image contrast was good and highlights were rarely blown out My photographs looked very much like image files produced by an entry level DSLR and I was very pleased with several, beautifully shar..." - Mar 13 2012 More » | |
| GianniGalassi: "First of all, the exposure system often has a hard job to contain highlights in a dynamic range that appears to be a narrowish one. At least whithout EXR mode activation, which comes to the price of a halved image size (6 MP instead of 12). Consequently, I found myself fiddling with the exposure compensation dial far more than usual, resorting to values bigger than -1 EV in situations where any reliable camera would..." - Mar 05 2012 More » | |
| PhotographicCentral: "In three weeks time I couldn't quite bond with the X10 like I hoped I would. On paper and in the flesh the X10 almost seems too good to be true. But in use, the Tiger shows it's stripes and it can forget about any sneak attack on it's prey. I hope you are keeping up with the metaphorical references here. I don't know how else to express my mixed emotions about the X10. There are two fatal flaws with the X10 tha..." - Feb 24 2012 More » | |
| Digital Camera Resource Page: "The Fujifilm X10 is a very well designed premium compact camera. It's generally a joy to use, and it's retro-style body will certainly turn some heads. That said, it has a lengthy list of flaws; some are minor annoyances, while others make you wonder how this camera got through the testing phase. The camera itself is exceptionally well built. Its magnesium alloy body, plethora of dials, and faux rubber surfaces give..." - Feb 17 2012 More » | |
| NeoCamera: "The Fuji Finepix X10 produces high quality images. Unsurprisingly, it is not enough to dethrone the X100 from being the best performing fixed-lens camera. Yet, it matches very closely the performance of the P7100. Image noise is low and controlled well up to ISO 800 where details remain well preserved. ISO 1600 still produces usable images but with mild softening of details. Noise increases and details soften f..." - Jan 16 2012 More » | |
| SeriousCompacts: "The Fujifilm X10 is an excellent camera - a tool that gives a dedicated user a lot of options in a relatively small package. Thanks to its fast lens, large sensor, EXR processing and image stabilization, the ability to work in low light is amazing. It's retro styling and all-black construction makes it discreet yet elegant. It can be made virtually silent to operate and turning off the LCD screen and using the optic..." - Dec 20 2011 More » | |
| CNET UK: "The level of detail captured by the X10 is truly impressive -- particularly in macro mode. Minimum focusing distance is 10cm at wide angle and 50cm at full-telephoto, at which point it throws the background into a silky blur to really bring forward the detail of your subject. Colours, in all instances, were realistic. With a choice of simulated film types you can make subtle improvements to your shots, boosting colo..." - Dec 19 2011 More » | |
| CNET US: "But despite a nice design, I think there are some practical and conceptual problems with the X10 that may turn off some photographers. For example, the camera is capable of producing some very nice photos, but it does its best low-light work in its special reduced-resolution, complete auto modes. To me, extra features on enthusiast cameras only matter when they add creative options--not when they're there to co..." - Dec 15 2011 More » | |
| TechCrunch: "For serious comparisons of similar cameras, I recommend going to a dedicated photography site like DPReview, where they have a controlled test setup. For my part, I just kept it around and used it as I normally would, getting some pictures in and out of doors in a few lighting situations. Click on these to get the full-size images, which you can inspect for noise and such. Yes, I know the tree is sideways. I didn't..." - Dec 13 2011 More » | |
| Trusted Reviews: "Overall image quality is superb, with the X10 able to deliver consistently sharp, bright and vibrant images. The Fujinon optic particularly impresses, delivering very high levels of corner to corner sharpness while resolving plenty of fine detail too. Thanks to the use of three ED elements within the 9-group/11-element lens configuration purple fringing is notably absent on high-contrast borders. The Macro mode is p..." - Dec 08 2011 More » | |
| Digital Camera Info: "At a glance, the X10 and G12 look evenly matched, and they're certainly cut from the same cloth. Fujifilm proudly states the the X10 was designed to compete with the G12. Both have big bodies with a comfortable in-hand feel, oversized sensors, zooming optical viewfinders, RAW capability, and tons of direct access controls. But looking at the details, the X10 just does almost everything at least a bit better tha..." - Dec 07 2011 More » | |
| Pocket-lint: "The X10's sensor size and EXR Processor combine to make great images. Shallow depth of field is easily achievable and high ISO settings return impressive results. There's bags of detail in shots, so long as they've been accurately focused. The camera's ISO auto setting is limited to ISO 3200 maximum, but we'd be happy to use the results from any of these given sensitivities. It's not often a compact camera can..." - Dec 06 2011 More » | |
| What Digital Camera: "The X10 employs a 256-zone metering system, with the choice of either Multi segment, Centre-weighted or spot metering modes. The multi-segment metering coped well, delivering well-exposed shots under a range of lighting conditions, though there'll be times when you want to ride the easily-accessed exposure compensation dial to really pin-down the exposure. Even without opting to use D-Range priority in th..." - Nov 29 2011 More » | |
| PhotoReview Australia: "Subjective assessments of test shots showed the slightly larger sensor and more constrained resolution gave the X10 a quality advantage over the FinePix HS20 and F550 EXR we reviewed a few months ago. Test JPEGs straight out of the camera were sharp (perhaps a little over-sharpened) and colours were accurately reproduced in most shooting conditions. Unfortunately, Adobe has yet to release a version of its Camer..." - Nov 28 2011 More » | |
| Photography BLOG: "The Fujifilm Finepix X10 follows in the footsteps of its bigger brother, the X100, by bringing a similar retro feel, quality build quality and photographer-friendly design to a wider audience. It may only be a humble compact camera at heart, but boy, what a well-realised compact camera it is, making the X10 a product that you'll love rather than simply use. Sure, the price is sky-high for a such a small-sensor camer..." - Nov 24 2011 More » | |
| ePhotoZine: "ISO shots show low noise at ISO100 - 800, with ISO1600 producing usable results. At ISO3200 you can see the loss in image quality, but results are certainly impressive for a compact sensor camera. Colour levels are good right up to ISO6400, where the size is automatically decreased to 6 megapixels. At ISO12800 image detail is clearly lacking as the resolution is further decreased to 3 megapixels. Auto white balance..." - Nov 16 2011 More » | |
| SteveHuff: "This review was kept semi-short as there is not much more I can say about this camera. It is what it is. Much like its bigger brother, the Fuji X100, the X10 has the same style, the same build, the same gorgeous color output and the same feel. It is a classic looking retro camera that has point and shoot guts but due to it's control and body style it is more of an advanced point and shoot. It is just as good shootin..." - Nov 09 2011 More » | |
| LuminousLands: "There are a million permutations and combinations of JPG settings that one can make in-camera, so for better or for worse I just left them at their default settings. I find out-of-camera JPGs to be slightly oversharpened, but that's likely just my taste. I'm sure that raws from a good raw processor and then sharpened to taste will be fine. As far as noise goes, there is none to speak of up to ISO 800, at which point..." - Nov 07 2011 More » | |
| Digital Camera Info: "What we saw of the X10 at PhotoPlus was very encouraging. It's set to hit shelves in two weeks; we were told that our demo model was a pre-production version, but we have a tough time believing that what we saw will be much different from what consumers will get when it hits shelves in in early November (two weeks from the time of writing). The X10 already feels like a more mature product than the X100. It runs..." - Oct 29 2011 More » | |
| dpreview: "The two things that are immediately apparent when you first see the X10 are the continuation of the X100's retro design theme and that Fujifilm has tried to build a product that will be welcomed by discerning photographers. The understated design is backed-up with the sort of build-quality you don't tend to find in compact cameras. Meanwhile the proliferation of buttons, switches and dials will welcome anyone w..." - Oct 29 2011 More » | |
| Digital Camera Review: "In hand, the X10 feels very solid. The viewfinder is bright and zooms fluidly with the action of the zoom lens, though at full wide angle the lens barrel is partially in view. Looking at the top of the camera you won't find an on/off button. Instead, you'll slide a ring around the lens barrel that simultaneously extends the lens. Zoom is operated manually, and powering the camera off again requires a firm twist back..." - Oct 28 2011 More » | |
| What Digital Camera: "While the X10 shares a similar classic rangefinder-style design to the X100, it differs in quite a few areas. First up is the sensor. Whereas the X100 sported an APS-C chip, the X10 features a 12MP 2/3" CMOS sensor more in keeping with its compact size. It features Fujifilm's EXR pixel arrangement, so as well as using the full 12MP resolution, the camera can be set up for improved dynamic range or high ISO capt..." - Oct 16 2011 More » | |
| pixiq: "From the photo in the gallery of the X10s top deck, you can see the other reason I am excited. Control knobs! Yes, you can control this camera the old fashion way. No touch screens, just dials. There is the usual Exposure Mode dial, but notice that it is different from the dials on other cameras. There ain't no AUTO setting or dumb Intelligent Auto. There is A, P, S, M and Programmed AE. Look at the dial to right of..." - Oct 07 2011 More » | |
| EOSHD: "On the pre-production unit I found the menus to be easy to navigate but the rear dial wheel was rather loose and easy to knock. There's no dedicated ISO button but you can assign ISO to either the Disp button on the back of the programmable button on the top. The shutter release button has a thread in it like the X100 although for all I know it is a stylistic thing not functional. The lens is nice and sharp wide ope..." - Sep 07 2011 More » | |
| Pocket-lint: "Externally, it's very much the same creature with the identical 2.8-inch 460k dot LCD screen only this time the flash pops up from the body and the lens sticks out a lot further. Why does it do that? Well, unlike the fixed glassware on the X100, this time it's a 4x zoomer with a 28-112mm range. The maximum aperture is still f/2.0, offering nice portraiture opportunities, and you'll be able to use it in low light con..." - Sep 05 2011 More » |
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User Review of the camera - Fuji Finepix X10
Do NOT get this camera!, JTA
I have really tried and tried to like this camera. I bought this after my backup DSLR was stolen our of my checked baggage at the airport. Wanted something that was small and portable and had plenty of manual functions. But my gosh... this camera is THE WORST.
1. Focus: the thing will only focus correctly half the time. You hold the shutter down half way, the green box appears, you hear the beep that focus is locked in, and you get a blurry image regardless. Manual focus is basically worthless. Takes FOREVER to focus, and is really difficult to understand which way to turn the thing. there's no indication you're going the right way.
2. Exposure: on all of the auto settings, it's constantly metering light differently. Move the camera slightly and you get a totally different meter reading. The exposure shoots up and gets really bright even though your'e pointing it right at your subject and not pointing it into the dark or anything. So many pictures come out way overexposed. It's so bad I have to use it on manual exposure and set the exposure myself so it doesn't try to change the exposure mid-shot. Completely defeats the purpose of auto setting. DO NOT get this camera unless you are skilled in setting the exposure manually.
3. Viewfinder: Very cumbersome. lens gets in the shot, and it doesn't give you an accurate representation of what you're shooting when you look through the viewfinder.
AVOID THIS CAMERA. My wife and I both hate the thing to death and we can't get rid of it fast enough. Serious fail by Fuji on this one. Never buying another Fuji camera. Should've stuck with Canon.
Replaced my DSLR 90% of the time, MC Fisher
I like this camera, a lot. I can't decide whether it is the convenience of its size, the quality of the pictures or the picture options (HDR, low light, extra bokeh) but it is my go to camera most the time. I owned a Nikon D7000 16.2MP DX-Format CMOS Digital SLR with 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR ED Nikkor Lens and D200 just recently got rid of the D200. I still use my D7000 for portraits or landscapes as well as anything that I am planning on doing a lot of post processing, but with that said, most of my shots are with this camera. I love how easy it is to grab and to take great shots. I just turn it to EXR and shoot away, unless there are certain effects that I am going for. I did purchase the Photographer's Guide to the Fujifilm X10 since I always buy field guides for my DSLRs, but this book wasn't even necessary. This camera is pretty simple to use, but still has a crapload of features if you really want to get into all the details. In EXR mode, it will automatically switch to HDR mode, HD mode, or low light mode; 90% of the time this is all you need. It does shoot raw, and the videos are also good. The fit and feel is great, nice and solid. The only issue that I can see would be this "white orb" issue is the sensor is an older one. You can look it up online, but here is a synopsis- if you take a picture with some of the X10s, a bright spot (sun reflecting on a silver ball) will be overly large and appear as a white circle. This has been remedied with the new sensor, but you can still get an old sensor and there is no easy way to tell which one you have. I have tried to call customer service to determine if mine is afflicted with this condition, but have not been able to get a good answer. If you live near a Fuji repair place, they can take care of it, or you can send it in. One more note on this, I have never experienced this, and have no idea if my camera has the old sensor; just be aware that it exists.
Replaced my DSLR 90% of the time, Mark C Fisher
I like this camera, a lot. I can't decide whether it is the convenience of its size, the quality of the pictures or the picture options (HDR, low light, extra bokeh) but it is my go to camera most the time. I owned a Nikon D7000 16.2MP DX-Format CMOS Digital SLR with 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR ED Nikkor Lens and D200 just recently got rid of the D200. I still use my D7000 for portraits or landscapes as well as anything that I am planning on doing a lot of post processing, but with that said, most of my shots are with this camera. I love how easy it is to grab and to take great shots. I just turn it to EXR and shoot away, unless there are certain effects that I am going for. I did purchase the Photographer's Guide to the Fujifilm X10 since I always buy field guides for my DSLRs, but this book wasn't even necessary. This camera is pretty simple to use, but still has a crapload of features if you really want to get into all the details. In EXR mode, it will automatically switch to HDR mode, HD mode, or low light mode; 90% of the time this is all you need. It does shoot raw, and the videos are also good. The fit and feel is great, nice and solid. The only issue that I can see would be this "white orb" issue is the sensor is an older one. You can look it up online, but here is a synopsis- if you take a picture with some of the X10s, a bright spot (sun reflecting on a silver ball) will be overly large and appear as a white circle. This has been remedied with the new sensor, but you can still get an old sensor and there is no easy way to tell which one you have. I have tried to call customer service to determine if mine is afflicted with this condition, but have not been able to get a good answer. If you live near a Fuji repair place, they can take care of it, or you can send it in. One more note on this, I have never experienced this, and have no idea if my camera has the old sensor; just be aware that it exists.
Not just the X10, Fuji Sucks!, Rao-Birds
I have been a fuji loyalist forever now but not any longer.
Bought myself a X10 in Sep 2012. Always had issues turning it ON. Took me 1-3 attempts to rotate the lens dial to get the thing ON. It never bothered me until 2 weeks back when the lens rotatory got very hard and I wasn't even able to turn it ON.
So I called the Fuji repair center in NJ and was told to ship it back it. I was told this happens and there is a screw that needs to be adjusted. Spent a few dollars and shipped it to them. To my surprise, I received an 'estimate to repair' from them which said there is severe water damage, severe corrosion and that it has to be replaced for $542.
I was shocked and tried arguing with them that I never took the camera into the water or into the rain. I asked them to ship it back to me.
Guess what, I received a bag of parts today. Seriously?
When I spoke to their manager today after seeing the parts and tried telling him there is a mild water stain inside on the aluminium plate inside and its NOT "severely corroded interior" as explained to me, he said its pretty much a dead camera and replacement is the only option. According to him, shipping parts to a customer is normal! We'll all go through training on assembling our cameras :)
They finally agreed to put the parts together and ship it back to me but said they cannot guarantee it will work.
I don't mind spending another $500. But -
1) How did the water drops enter the camera if these expensive P&S cameras are properly sealed?
2) How it is that the stain is inside only in one area and everything else including the circuit board looks untouched/unaffected inside (see pictures)?
3) Why is it that you cannot fix the lens issue and stop focusing on the water stain?
4) What's the guarantee that the stains were caused by me when I am 100% confident I never took it out in the rain or water. What's the guarantee that it's not someone else's camera?
I am really hoping that someone at Fuji quality control or senior management reads this feedback.
I don't mind spending another $542. Why would I not buy it from Amazon listed at $499 :)?
And, why would I ever buy a Fuji again?
They should either shut down their business or clean up their organization hosting this team where the service manager @ Fuji-NJ thinks that shipping a bag of parts to me was appropriate.
Check the pictures out. I will try post them shortly.
Not what I was looking for, Norma Lee "nllatplay"
This camera was too big and heavy for me -- I was looking for a small point and shoot. It also seems to be aimed at photographers who want to set their own aperture, ISO. etc. -- seems like it would be great for those folks.
I adore this camera., H. Wilson
Able to be put in a pocket or a bag, this camera is an excellent alternative to big, bulky DSLRs. I get fantastic photo quality, even in low light. The manual controls are very impressive, but the EXR auto mode creates beautiful photographs. Highly recommended!
The best DC, amyst1029
Well, I've heard about it for a really long time since I decided to reduce my high end Nikon to DC level...I wasnt sure if x10 was what I needed most instead of x100 before starting with x10.
However, I think Im going to last it forever since it's really easy to carry for a slim/short girl just like me..lol
Best image quality for DC that I have never had before!
Will post more once I know it deeper.
Great picture taking., O. Broyer "Oscar"
While this camera has many different ajustments to improve pictures it still is easy to use and takes great pictures.
Great compact camera., Claudia
For what it is, this camera is a thing of beauty, but if you expect it to compete with a DSLR you will be disappointed. However, if you want something smaller to pop in your handbag every day, or carry on holiday without developing a bad case of camera shoulder, it's a winner. The images are bright and poppy, and once you've skimmed over the instructions working out how to set the camera up completely manually is a piece of pie (important if you're used to having all the controls of an SLR at your fingertips). The X10 also feels good in your hands - it has some heft to it. The viewfinder was also a major selling point for me (again, very bright although with less than 100% coverage) and after playing with an X100 and an X0 belonging to friends I decided I valued the versatility of the X10's zoom lens over the bigger sensor of the X100. So far I haven't been disappointed, but I've yet to really test the limits of its low light capability. One other minor gripe is that when filming (not the primary focus of the camera, but a feature I use a lot) you can hear the whir of the autofocus quite loudly throughout most videos. However, the image quality of videos is top notch as as the photos I've taken so far. So so close to a five star, held back only by the noise issue in video and the fact I'm not confident I've tested it sufficiently to comment on low light capabilities.
Nice little camera, Old Paint
I bought this camera to put in my pocket so I wouldn't have to carry around the bigger and heavier Nikon. It shoots a good image. The only thig hard to get used to is the viewfinder only shows 85%. If you are an SLR user this will be noticed right away. The Fuji sunshade/filter is stupid because it doesn;t seal the lense. Buy a 40mm UV for it. Something that took me alot of looking around to find out. Otherwise, this is a fine little camera. Like the retro look.
replaced my G10...Waaaahh.....LOVE it., J. M Ullman "chimayred"
When I first saw this a year ago I was hooked but backed off based on the "white orb" artifacts and decided to stick with My G10, my Olympus EpL1, and then bit the bullet and bought an Olympus OM-D, EM-5, which frankly has blown away every other camera I've ever owned (including 5 fujis - f30, F40fd, F200 EXR, E550, Lumix Z28, Canon G10 and Nikon D40). But that's another review.
When I saw the new X20, esp. with the chrome version, I was blown away again and especially loved the new features. But it was $600....as I was researching I found that X10 prices for used were in the $300 range, and I managed to find a factory fresh one with the new sensor from a US authorized dealer for $397. So I jumped. It has the new sensor; ive shot perhaps 100 pics, mostly at night...and they are beautiful. It didn't come with the new firmware (2.0) which frankly was a snap to install...v 20 gives creative filters which I like, like color accent, dramatic tone, and the Raw button now gives you a super panel. I don't shoot raw.
It's a gorgeous ergonomic camera. Very small...smaller than my Iphone...although deeper. Smaller than my other 3. You can read all about its quirks - like turning it on with the lens - online. That is mixed...i shoot a lot of stuff one handed while driving or in the cold, so it requires 2 hands but it is very tactile and a better idea than tiny little on-off buttons you can't operate with gloves.
It has almost everything I want. Good zoom range, programmable button (I use it for 2X zoom), WB balance button, excellent, I mean excellent flash, 2 programmable/custom settings, low light EXR setting, which I think is fine although it goes to 6mp. I especially like the exposure control dial and the optical viewfinder. I don't know why people bitch about this....it's really handy for tough lighting situations, you can use it instead of the LCD to save power - I mean so what that it doesn't cover 100% of the picture? Crop it. Exposure lock buttons, self timer, motor drive, seamless pan for panorama - which is REAlLY nice...plenty of info in the LCD, i like the levelling bar, menus are very easy and logical...pro focus and pro low light...loads of scene modes as you would expect, Ive always like the "natural and flash" setting which gives you natural light and a flash to choose from with one click, macro and super macro...OK, OM-D has it beat but hell, it is $1100....i also like the fact that this camera has a manually operated zoom which saves on battery power and gives more control. Good responsive video. Don't know if it has a multiple exposure setting....not a big deal. I've shot about 4000 pics on my OM-D, and shot 1 multiple exposure. Has loads of other bells and whistles.
Now, of all my cameras, one thing is certain. I have never taken more riveting photos than on a trip to Croatia in 2008. the colors and the sharpness were breath taking. And those were with a 6mp Fuji F 30. Sorry world. So I am really excited about the possibilities with this. And it is beautiful. Yes, looks like an old Rangefinder. Not a single issue with blooming artifact. Colors...well, Fuji I guess because of the film history - the colors are rich. Fuji should be a lot higher on the list....send me an email if you have questions. And oh...I have NO idea what all the fuss is about putting a filter on? I bought the Marumi 40mm UV filter which you can find on Ebay for $18 and it screws on teh front of the lens like any other high end camera I have ever owned....
the fuji x10 takes beautiful pictures, goldie
I have had my Fuji X-10 for 8 months and I love it. (Other cameras that I have owned include the Pentax KR, Fuji F70, the Sony P200, the Panasonic FS-7.) The Fuji X-10 meets both of my two most important criteria. It takes pictures that are sharply in focus and have great color. The lens focuses sharply outdoors and more importantly, indoors in incandescent and in lowlight.
I used this camera to take pictures at my niece's wedding. I used it in the church indoors for the ceremony, with the setting ISO 800 with plus 1/3 exposure compensation without a flash. I was so pleased with my beautiful pictures of the bride walking down the aisle and of the couple exchanging their vows.
I took a stunning picture of a snow covered tree in my backyard at night with only the patio light on. I used the setting ISO 1600 plus 1/3 exposure compensation. I hand held the camera. I was amazed when I viewed the picture on my computer screen.
I love to take this camera to restaurants when I eat out with family members. I generally set the ISO to 400 with a flash, face detection on. The waitresses have taken great pictures for me.
I generally take pictures indoors without a flash, but the Fuji X-10 has a great flash when needed. The flash brightens the picture without washing it out. I take all my pictures in JPEG. They need very little post processing.
The camera has a live histogram. This helps so much to take pictures that are not under or over exposed.
I read the recommended Fuji X-10 camera settings on the many websites. After taking many pictures with different settings; the following are my preferred settings:
Image Size M 3:2 or M 4:3
Image quality Fine
DR 100 indoors and DR 200 outdoors
Film simulation Velvia for rich colors and Provia for more subdued colors
Sharpness M-Hard
Highlight tone M-Soft
Shadow Tone STD
Noise Reduction LOW
This camera takes great pictures. The camera has enough zoom that you can take pictures with bokeh, the blurred background.
The orb issue has been a non-issue for me and has not affected my pictures.
I have tried to cover all the information that I would have liked to have known before I purchased this camera.
Great camera, Jerry L Dillard
I have never bought a used camera before, so was a little concerned what would come in the mail. I was pleasantly surprised this looked new used very little, shipped immediately, very pleased.
Good camera BUT trouble focusing, JoTan
It is a good replacement for my old Canon S series. I was torn between an S100 or X10.
X10 won because of the panoramic shot -- that was before iPhone 5 came in.
If given the choice, I would have bought s100 and iphone5
X10 has troubles focusing, especially on video mode.
Also, dusts can easily get inside the lens. It happened to my cam and to my friend's X10.
Problem also with turning it on. Sometimes it does not turn on quickly so I had to repeat turning the lenses again.
Makes the novice a pro., Will
We first saw this camera while on a cruise last year and it was an immediate must have and we have not been disappointed. It is simple and the photos are unbelievable. We use it for all kinds of photos and are amazed at the quality of the photos and ease of use.
Makes the novice a pro., William Minor
We first saw this camera while on a cruise last year and it was an immediate must have and we have not been disappointed. It is simple and the photos are unbelievable. We use it for all kinds of photos and are amazed at the quality of the photos and ease of use.
This is my Video Review of the Fujifilm Finepix X10 Digital Camera, Ken Blkaney
My Review of the Fujifilm Finepix X10 Digital Camera, Ken Blkaney
Fujifilm Finepix X10, Ken Blkaney
Yes, this is the camera for me .... Fujifilm X10 ... the very first thing that I noticed about this X10 camera, right out of the box, was how much it feels like, and looks like, a real camera from the days of old, and how heavy it seems to be, compared to my cheap plastic cameras .... This camera weighs
Amazing camera - buy without hesitation!, Philip T.
I have owned many P&S and SLR cameras in the last 20 years (mostly Canon and Nikon), and I have to say I was blown away by this little jewel of precision and engineering! Almost every picture I take with X10 has perfect focus and perfect colors, regardless of the shooting conditions. Compared to my past experience, the pictures require very little post-processing straight out of the camera (aside from cropping). The focusing system does require some getting used to, but once you learn it, it works great and is fun to use. I especially liked the push-button manual focus feature and the depth-of-field scale display. I found the low-light performance to be much better than some reviews I have read, and considering its small sensor size, the shots with ISO above 800 actually look quite good. The main advantage of this camera over many other P&S and even some SLRs in the market is its unbelievable lens: it is very sharp and fast in the entire zoom range, it has no retraction motor and the zoom is fully manual, there is almost no distortion, the ability to blur the background is great and the bokeh looks very pleasing to the eye. Any comparable SLR zoom lens with f2.8 will probably cost you at least a grand. The camera came with the latest firmware (version 2.00) and the new feature that brings up the setting screen when you push the "RAW" button works great and saves a lot of time. X10 is all-metal, it has a very pleasant feel and cool old-fashioned look! I could not find any issues or disadvantages with this camera, aside from its small sensor size. The bottom-line is X10 will probably replace my SLR for 90 percent of the trips. Just buy it, it is definitely worth the extra money.