Fujifilm unveils the weather-resistant Finepix S1 alongside a black X100s and four further models
Fujifilm has revamped its compact line with an array of new models, including the "world’s first weather-resistant bridge camera", the Fuji S1.
The Fuji S1 offers a newly-developed 50x optical zoom which stretches from 24-1200mm (in 35mm terms) and offers a three-stop image stabilisation system. At the camera's heart lies a 1/2.3-inch, 16.4MP backlit CMOS sensor capable of full HD video recording, while other features of note include a Raw shooting mode, a 920k-dot EVF and full manual control over exposure through the familiar PASM controls.
Fujifilm has also released a black version of its popular X100s compact camera. This is, Fujifilm claims, in reponse to strong demand, with all-black versions of existing accessories such as the 28mm wide conversion lens, lens hood and adapter ring released alongside.
Three further cameras join the company’s superzoom stable. The Fuji S9400W and Fuji S9200 each offer a 50x optical zoom lens and a back-illuninated 16.2MP sensor, with the former also adding wireless connectivity. The Fuji S8600, meanwhile, sees a 36x optical zoom paired with a 16MP CCD sensor, together with full manual control over exposure. It also offers HD video recording and includes sensor-based image stabilisation to help keep images sharp.
The Fuji XP70, meanwhile, is the company’s latest ‘tough’ addition, with waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof and dustproof capabilities. It combines a 16.4MP sensor with an image-stabilised 28-140mm zoom lens, as well as wireless functionality for cable-free image sharing. The Fuji XP70 can also capture images at a rate of up to 10fps, as well as videos in full HD quality.
The new Fujifilm cameras will be available to pre-order later today.
Fujifilm S1 - Key Specifications
- 1/2.3in, 16.4MP backlit CMOS sensor
- 24-1200mm f/2.8-5.6
- ISO 100-3200 (exp. to ISO 12,800 equivalent)
- 1920 x 1080 (60p) video recording
- Dust and weather resistance
- 10fps (up to 9 frames)
- 920k dot EVF
- Vari-angle LCD screen
- Wi-fi connectivity
- 5-axial image stabilisation (movie recording)
- 3D Noise Reduction
Fujifilm X100s - Key Specifications
- APS-C, 16.3MP X-Trans CMOS II sensor
- 23mm (35mm equivalent) f/2
- ISO 200-6400 (exp. to ISO 100 and 25,600 equivalent)
- 1920 x 1080 video recording
- Hybrid Optical/Electronic viewfinder
- 2.8in, 460k-dot LCD
Fujifilm S9400W / S9200 - Key Specifications
- 1/2.3in, 16.2MP backlit CMOS sensor
- 24-1200mm f/2.9-6.5
- 1920 x 1080 (60i) video recording
- Upto 10fps
- EVF, 200k dots
- 10 Advanced Filters
- 5-axial image stabilisation (movie recording)
- Wireless connectivity with smartphones and tablets (S9400W only)
Fujifilm S8600 - Key Specifications
- 1/2.3in, 16MP CCD sensor
- 25-900mm f/2.9-6.9
- ISO 100-1600 (exp. to ISO 6400 equivalent)
- 1280 x 720 (30fps) video recording
- Sensor-shift image stabilisation
- 3in LCD, 460k dots
- PASM exposure modes
- AA batteries
Fujifilm XP70 - Key Specifications
- 1/2.3in, 16.4MP CMOS sensor
- 28-140mm f/3.9-4.9
- ISO 100-3200 (exp. to ISO 6400 equivalent)
- Waterproof to 10m, shockproof to 1.5m, freezeproof to -10°C and sand/dustproof
- 1920 x 1080 video recording
- Optical Image Stabilisation
- 10fps (up to 10 frames)
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