Fujifilm X100
The Fujifilm X100 series of digital cameras, the FinePix X100, X100S and X100T, are large sensor compact cameras with a 23 mm fixed prime lens (35 mm equivalent angle of view (AOV) in 35 mm full frame format). All three cameras have received generally positive reviews.
Fujifilm FinePix X100
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| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Maker | Fujifilm |
| Type | Fixed lens digital camera |
| Lens | |
| Lens | 23 mm f/2 |
| Sensor/medium | |
| Sensor type | CMOS with primary colour filter |
| Sensor size | 23.6 mm × 15.8 mm (APS-C) |
| Maximum resolution | 12.3 megapixels |
| Recording medium | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Focusing | |
| Focus | contrast detection |
| Exposure/metering | |
| Exposure | TTL 256-zones metering |
| Flash | |
| Flash | Built in |
| Viewfinder | |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid (OVF and EVF) |
| General | |
| LCD screen | 2.8-inch 460k dots fixed LCD |
| Battery | NP-95 type |
| Dimensions | 126.5 (W) × 74.4 (H) × 53.9 (D) mm |
| Weight | 445 g (0.981 lb) (including battery and memory card) |
| Made in | Japan |
The Fujifilm FinePix X100 was initially shown at the photokina show in September 2010 and was subsequently introduced in February 2011.[1] It was the first model in the Fujifilm X-series of cameras and has since been joined by numerous models. It is superseded by the Fujifilm X100S.[2]
Key features
- 12.3 MP, APS-C sized CMOS sensor
- Hybrid optical/electric viewfinder
- 23 mm (35 mm equivalent angle of view (AOV) in 35 mm full frame format) fixed prime lens
- Classic styling
Innovation
The FinePix X100 was the first camera to show a number of new technologies developed by Fujifilm. These include a hybrid viewfinder which allows the user to choose between a conventional optical viewfinder with an electronic overlay, or an electronic viewfinder.[3] The combination of APS-C sized CMOS sensor, EXR processor and 23mm (35 mm equivalent) fast aperture lens was also a first.[4]
Reception
The X100 received generally favourable reviews and a number of awards. These include Innovative Camera of the Year from Ephotozine[5] and Best Premium Camera in the 2011 TIPA awards.[6] In most cases, the prizes were awarded for the combination of technology and picture quality, but the X100 has also received plaudits for its design outside the photography market, coming top of Stuff magazine's Cool List for 2011[7] and in October 2012 receiving Good Design Award from Good Design Award (Japan).[8] Digital Photography Review gave it a score of 75% and a silver award, noting that it "combines excellent image quality, solid build and a superb viewfinder with somewhat sluggish and quirky operation", adding that "It's been much improved by multiple firmware updates since its initial incarnation, and despite its flaws, is now a very likeable camera indeed.".[9]
Issues
Some X100 cameras have reportedly suffered from 'sticky aperture disease' where the aperture blades lock up, leading to overexposure.[10][11] Fujifilm has acknowledged this issue and will fix it under warranty.
On initial release the X100 was widely reported to have various issues.[12] Many, but not all, of these issues were fixed[13] through a series of firmware updates[14] made available by Fujifilm.
Fujifilm X100S
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| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Maker | Fujifilm |
| Type | Fixed lens digital camera |
| Lens | |
| Lens | 23 mm f/2 |
| Sensor/medium | |
| Sensor type | CMOS with primary colour filter |
| Sensor size | 23.6 mm × 15.8 mm (APS-C) |
| Maximum resolution | 16.3 megapixels |
| Recording medium | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Focusing | |
| Focus | contrast detection / phase detection |
| Viewfinder | |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid (OVF and EVF) |
| General | |
| Dimensions | 126.5 (W) × 74.4 (H) × 53.9 (D) mm |
| Weight | 445 g (0.981 lb) (including battery and memory card) |
| Made in | Japan |
The Fujifilm X100S[15] is the successor to the Fujifilm FinePix X100. Announced in January 2013,[2] it is a model similar to the X100 yet addressing some of the issues that the X100 had, and resembles it superficially, but with internal changes. It has been compared with the Leica M series.[16]
It was replaced in September 2014 with the Fujifilm X100T.
Differences from the X100[17]
- 16.3 MP X-Trans CMOS II sensor instead of 12.3 MP
- Redesign of menus
- Quick Menu (Q) button
- Uses X-Trans color filter pattern (taken from the X-E1 and X-Pro1), instead of Bayer pattern
- No optical low pass filter (OLPF), to give sharper images[18]
- Phase detection within the X-Trans CMOS II sensor increasing autofocus speed to 0.08 s in good light
- The faster the focus ring is rotated, the quicker the focus is adjusted
- Focus mode switch options have been reorganised such that the most commonly used functions (Autofocus Single and Manual Focus) surround the least used function (Autofocus Continuous) for more efficient operation
- Hybrid viewfinder switch has been altered in shape to allow for easier one-handed operation
- Autofocus point selection has been altered to allow one button default access[19]
Reception
The X100S received generally positive reviews:
- Digital Photography Review gave it a score of 81% and a gold award, describing it as a "hugely likable, very capable camera with some useful tricks up its sleeve".[20]
- Photography Life gave it 4.6 stars out of 5, describing it as "an amazing camera".[21]
Fujifilm X100T
 FUJIFILM X100T | |
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Maker | Fujifilm |
| Lens | |
| Lens | 23mm (35 mm equivalent angle of view (AOV) in 35 mm full frame format) |
| F-numbers | f/2.0 at the widest |
| Sensor/medium | |
| Sensor type | X-Trans CMOS II |
| Sensor size | 23.6 x 15.8 mm (APS-C type) |
| Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 (16 megapixels) |
| Film speed | 100-51200 |
| Recording medium | SD, SDHC or SDXC memory card |
| Focusing | |
| Focus areas | 49 focus points |
| Shutter | |
| Shutter speeds | 1/32000 s to 30 s |
| Continuous shooting | 6 frames per second |
| Viewfinder | |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.5 |
| Frame coverage | 92% |
| Image processing | |
| Image processor | EXR Processor II |
| White balance | Yes |
| General | |
| LCD screen | 3 inches with 1,040,000 dots |
| Dimensions | 127 x 74 x 52 mm (5 x 2.91 x 2.05 inches) |
| Weight | 440 g including battery |
The Fujifilm X100T was announced by Fujifilm on September 10, 2014. It is the successor to the X100S.[22] It is visually very similar to the X100S, and shares many of its core specifications (including its lens and sensor), but features numerous iterative refinements and enhancements.[23]
Differences from the X100S[17]
- Advanced hybrid viewfinder, with electronic rangefinder
- Real-time parallax correction in optical viewfinder
- ±3EV exposure compensation
- optional electronic shutter (allowing silent operation and a shutter speed of 1/32000 of a second)
- 3.0-inch, 1040K-dot LCD screen
- "Classic Chrome" film simulation mode
- Built-in Wi-Fi
Reception
The X100T has received generally positive reviews:
- Digital Photography Review gave it a score of 81%, criticising its autofocus and video capabilities but noting "there's currently nothing to touch it in terms of the size/price/image quality balance it offers and the style with which it does so".[23]
- Pocket-Lint.com gave it 4 stars out of 5, describing it as "a special little camera"[24]
Accessories
Due to their similarities the different X100 cameras accept many of the same accessories.
Conversion lenses
- Wide Conversion Lens WCL-X100 - gives a magnification factor to the 23 mm fixed lens of 0.8×, providing a focal length of 19 mm (28 mm equivalent angle of view (AOV)[25]
- Tele Conversion Lens TCL-X100 - multiplies the 23 mm fixed lens by approximately 1.4×, providing an equivalent focal length of 33 mm (50 mm equivalent angle of view)[26]
Flashguns
- Fujifilm EF-20
- Fujifilm EF-X20
- Fujifilm EF-42
See also
References
- ^ "Fujifilm announces commercial release of FinePix X100: Digital Photography Review". Dpreview.com. 2011-02-08. Retrieved 2016-02-26.
- ^ a b Westlake, Andy (January 2013). "Fujifilm X100S First Look". DPReview. Retrieved 11 March 2013.
- ^ https://web.archive.org/web/20111009021900/http://www.fujifilm.eu/uk/products/digital-cameras/pro-enthusiast/model/finepix-x100/features/Page03/. Archived from the original on October 9, 2011. Retrieved April 13, 2012.
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- ^ https://web.archive.org/web/20120418070114/http://www.tipa.com/english/XXI_tipa_awards_2011.php?iExpand1=62. Archived from the original on April 18, 2012. Retrieved April 13, 2012.
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- ^ Westlake, Andy. "Fujifilm FinePix X100 In-Depth Review". www.dpreview.com. Digital Photography Review. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
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- ^ "'Sticky Aperture Blade' issue | Fuji X Forum". X100forum.com. Retrieved 2016-02-26.
- ^ Eastland, Jonathan (2011). "Modern retro". British Journal of Photography. 158 (7788). Incisive Financial Publishing Limited: 68–71.
The sad fact is, at least in my opinion, that apart from its sumptuous image quality, operationally the X100 only does what it says on the tin in AF mode for subjects normally requiring a measured approach. ... Unfortunately, for relatively fast-moving subjects, or where the camera is used to grab candid frames in a hurry, the system returns a fairly hit-and-miss sharply focused average.
- ^ Britton, Barney (10 January 2013). "Hands-on with Fujifilm's X100S". Digital Photography Review. Retrieved 17 March 2013.
- ^ "Firmware for FinePix X100". Fujifilm. Retrieved 17 March 2013.
- ^ "Fujifilm X100S - Specifications | X Series | Digital Cameras". Fujifilm USA. Retrieved 2013-09-09.
- ^ "Strobist: In-Depth: The New Fujifilm X100s". Strobist.blogspot.com. 2013-03-22. Retrieved 2013-09-09.
- ^ a b "A comparison between the X100T and X100S". www.fujivsfuji.com. Fuji vs Fuji. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
- ^ "FUJIFILM X100S - Feature: APS-C 16M X-Trans CMOS II Sensor & EXR Processor II | X Series | Digital Cameras". Fujifilm USA. Retrieved 2013-09-09.
- ^ "Fuji x100s Review :: A Camera Walks Into A Bar • Photography By Zack Arias • ATL • 404-939-2263 • studio@zackarias.com". Zackarias.com. 2013-03-22. Retrieved 2016-02-26.
- ^ Britton, Barney; Westlake, Andy. "Fujifilm X100S Review". www.dpreview.com. Digital Photography Review. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
- ^ Mansurov, Nasim. "Fuji X100S Review". www.photographylife.com. Photography Life. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
- ^ "Fujifilm X100T: Digital Photography Review". Dpreview.com. 2014-09-10. Retrieved 2016-02-26.
- ^ a b Butler, Richard. "Fujifilm X100T Review". www.dpreview.com. Digital Photography Review. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
- ^ Lowe, Mike. "Fujifilm X100T review: Naughty but niche". www.pocket-lint.com. Pocket Lint. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
- ^ http://www.fujifilm.com/news/n120515.html
- ^ http://www.fujifilm.com/news/n140416_02.html
External links
- Official website of the original Fujifilm Finepix X100
- Fujifilm Global - Fujifilm Finepix X100
- Fujifilm Global - Fujifilm Finepix X100S
Media related to Fujifilm FinePix X100 at Wikimedia Commons
