Digital Cameras Ratings: Fujifilm Finepix S9100 9MP Digital Camera with 10.7x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom Review

Average Reviews:
4.0 out of 5 stars

(More customer reviews)I purchased this camera about a month ago and have taken approximately 2,000 pictures to date. I've taken indoor, outdoor, telephoto, macro, everything except the video. Sorry I should have played with that too, but it is not the primary reason I bought this camera.I wanted a camera that expanded the capability and control of my small point and shoot camera, an Olympus C-50 (which I am quite pleased with). I am very happy with the results of the S9100.
This is a substantial camera.It feels more like my Nikon 8008, so don't plan to put it in your pocket when you take it on a trip. I have had three Olympus digital cameras and was looking to purchase another Olympus but I was disappointed with their offering in the ultra zoom class.
Because I already had several xD cards it was a plus that this camera gave me a choice of two different media types. I also liked the manual zoom because this camera felt familiar, like an SLR. Using AA batteries was another plus I was looking for. I see some folks say they are disappointed with the battery life, but I haven't found that to be a problem.I use 2900mAh NiMH Rechargeable Battery and I have yet to run out of juice onphoto shoots of over 200 pictures.I have not used alkaline batteries, but I understand they do not last nearly as long. I use the EVF more than the large digital display (probably from old habits of 35mm cameras) and that may have something to do with it too.I think the manual zoom has to save a lot of battery power when compared to some of the competition.
There is a lot of discussion about image stabilization, and I never had it in my other cameras, so I don't seem to miss it. I haven't had many blurred photos but I do use a mono-pod or tri-pod when it is appropriate. But even hand held, this camera produces excellent images even up at 1600 ISO.There is some noise, but I don't think it is too bad.Printed photos come out excellent.I have several printers and a large format HP plotter that can produce 36" x 36" prints and I am very pleased with the results.
This camera has excellent versatility, the zoom is great and the macro mode gives you wonderful capability to really get in close.I have been shooting primarily .JPGbut have experimented with .RAW. From what I read this format it will extend my ability, but I need more time to learn about RAW processing before I can provide an intelligent discussion. I like the idea that RAW is there if and when I decide to use it.
In conclusion, I am happy with my purchase and would buy this camera again. If you are looking for an alternative to a dSLR that provides a lot of versatility and control this one merits a close look.

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Product Description:
FUJI 15652406 9.0 Megapixel FinePix(R) S9100 Digital Camera9.0 megapixels;Super CCD-HR technology; Real Photo technology; Picture stabilization 1-touch button; 10.7x wide-angle optical zoom lens, 28mm300mm; Tilting 2.0" LCD screen; Advanced scene/manual shooting modes; Low noise 1600 ISO with high anti-shake; Includes Hot Shoe; Ultra-high TTL viewfinder; Includes 4 AA alkaline batteries 9.0 Megapixel FinePix(R) S9100 Digital Camera