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FUJIFILM FinePix S9500 Zoom Digital Camera
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Brand: FUJIFILM
Model: FinePix S9500 Zoom
Manufacturer Part: S9500
Camera Type: Standard Point and Shoot
Resolution: 9.24 Megapixel
Optical Zoom: 10.7x
Product ID: EPID55979474
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An excellent choice for high quality cheap pictures.
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42 of 48 people found this review helpful.
For a start an excellent bargain over shop price, and it appears to be new, when advertised on E Bay as "slightly used".
It can be used for just point and shoot, but it has all the bells and whistles of an advanced camera. It scared me at first but the instruction book is excellent. I would suggest this is not the best for one's first digital camera although that is what it is to me! It has all the features of a good SLR camera, which was what I have moved from, lot's of mode choices, and lovely to handle. I love the ability to delete unsatisfactory shots, and so cheap, no expensive film! Once invested one needs little extra to buy, relief! Memory cards, memory reader,batteries, (seems to use them quickly?), chargers, so cheap on EBay, and all the gubbins for transfering to computer supplied.
I am very happy though still a bit bemused by the options given for high tech features.
It can be used for just point and shoot, but it has all the bells and whistles of an advanced camera. It scared me at first but the instruction book is excellent. I would suggest this is not the best for one's first digital camera although that is what it is to me! It has all the features of a good SLR camera, which was what I have moved from, lot's of mode choices, and lovely to handle. I love the ability to delete unsatisfactory shots, and so cheap, no expensive film! Once invested one needs little extra to buy, relief! Memory cards, memory reader,batteries, (seems to use them quickly?), chargers, so cheap on EBay, and all the gubbins for transfering to computer supplied.
I am very happy though still a bit bemused by the options given for high tech features.
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) 29 of 33 people found this review helpful.
This camera has an enormous number of outstanding features.
I bought it because it can do so much other cameras can do, but few can do as a package.
Firstly startup is 0.8sec. Most other cameras take up to 5 seconds.
Shutter delay is 1/100th sec. Most other cameras have a 1/2 second delay.
Minimum zoom is 28mm. Most cameras only go down to 35mm.
Photo quality is impressive and with 9 megapixels you can produce prints up to A3 size.
The manual zoom means you don't have to spend ages zooming in and out via buttons. The manual zoom is precise and fast.
The LCD can be hinged down 45 degrees - Great for shooting over crowds - and it can be hinged upwards 45 and 90 degrees - great for low level shots.
The centre part of the LCD screen can be enlarged to help focusing in low level lighting.
All the controls are reflected in the viewfinder so when you make an adjustment, you don't need to lower the camera to see what are adjusting.
The centre portion of the viewfinder can be enlarged to help with manual focus.
You can bracket exposures, manually override the focus to fine tune your photo, choose from 3 different metering modes, choose programmed, shutter priority, aperture priority, or full manual exposure control.
One useful feature that is rare in today's cameras is the ability to fit a standard cable release - especially useful for anyone taking low light photos with the camera on a tripod.
The movie mode can give two sizes: 640x480px or 320x240px.
I bought it because it can do so much other cameras can do, but few can do as a package.
Firstly startup is 0.8sec. Most other cameras take up to 5 seconds.
Shutter delay is 1/100th sec. Most other cameras have a 1/2 second delay.
Minimum zoom is 28mm. Most cameras only go down to 35mm.
Photo quality is impressive and with 9 megapixels you can produce prints up to A3 size.
The manual zoom means you don't have to spend ages zooming in and out via buttons. The manual zoom is precise and fast.
The LCD can be hinged down 45 degrees - Great for shooting over crowds - and it can be hinged upwards 45 and 90 degrees - great for low level shots.
The centre part of the LCD screen can be enlarged to help focusing in low level lighting.
All the controls are reflected in the viewfinder so when you make an adjustment, you don't need to lower the camera to see what are adjusting.
The centre portion of the viewfinder can be enlarged to help with manual focus.
You can bracket exposures, manually override the focus to fine tune your photo, choose from 3 different metering modes, choose programmed, shutter priority, aperture priority, or full manual exposure control.
One useful feature that is rare in today's cameras is the ability to fit a standard cable release - especially useful for anyone taking low light photos with the camera on a tripod.
The movie mode can give two sizes: 640x480px or 320x240px.
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No drivers for 64 bit computers20 of 39 people found this review helpful.
A serious point to remember for all owners of computers with 64 bit Intel or AMD processors that Fujifilm have not produced any drivers for these processors and are not planning to do so. So when you plug in your camera with the USB cable it wont work.
The only way to get your pics on your hard drive is with a separate card reader.
The only way to get your pics on your hard drive is with a separate card reader.
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fuji s9500Review created: 05/02/07
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9 of 11 people found this review helpful.
I have my camera over a year now,and it has served me well,to sum it up in one
word its a cracker,the prices i have seen these selling on ebay are amazing for
such a great camera,defiantly a good buy
word its a cracker,the prices i have seen these selling on ebay are amazing for
such a great camera,defiantly a good buy
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Fuji FinePix S9500 Zoom Digital CameraReview created: 06/05/07
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8 of 8 people found this review helpful.
Fuji FinePix S9500 is a fantastic camera holding the camera is just like holding a slr I also own a Fuji S3 PRO this was bought for my mother in law as i have had prevous finepix they are a great camera a day at the beach was perfect to try out the camera the photos were fantastic even on a dull day photos taken inside were great as well using the built in flash
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A great transition camera from compact to SLRReview created: 03/02/07
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8 of 8 people found this review helpful.
The lense is fantastically versitile, the 9 megapixels allow pictures to be blown up to A3 comfortably, it is excellent value, the RAW capabilities are as good as any SLR.
I have loved and valued this fantastic camera. (Practical Photographer voted it the best compact camera of 2006, and its predecessor was voted best compact the year previous)
I have loved and valued this fantastic camera. (Practical Photographer voted it the best compact camera of 2006, and its predecessor was voted best compact the year previous)
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S9500 - bargain bridge cameraReview created: 31/12/08
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7 of 7 people found this review helpful.
The S9500 is - despite its achilles heel of an easy-to-break dial wheel shaft - a real bargain at the current used price of around £150-£170.
The raw feature does actually produce noticeably better images than jpegs, despite what you might read on some forums - it's just a matter of using a good raw decoder program. I'm a Photography Honours graduate, so I hopefully know a little about photography and imaging. Using 4xAA batteries is a MASSIVE advantage over expensive Li-Ion packs. A fixed lens installed in the factory clean room almost guarantees no dust on the CCD (unlike DSLRs which cause frequent irritation with dust artifacts in the picture area). Zooming with a manual ring on the lens is also excellent - with only a modest physical rotation required to cover the whole zoom range.
The picture quality isn't stunning, but it's generally very good. The manual functions work well, although people do grumble a little about the manual focus. I say to them... read the instruction manual! With manual focusing, use the "focus once" button feature on the AF selector wheel - and then adjust it if you don't like it.
This isn't a fast camera to use, but it gets the job done at a good steady pace. Once you get comfortable with it, you'll like it. If you want to go out and buy something 5 times more expensive, go ahead - but it won't be 5 times better than the S9500.
The raw feature does actually produce noticeably better images than jpegs, despite what you might read on some forums - it's just a matter of using a good raw decoder program. I'm a Photography Honours graduate, so I hopefully know a little about photography and imaging. Using 4xAA batteries is a MASSIVE advantage over expensive Li-Ion packs. A fixed lens installed in the factory clean room almost guarantees no dust on the CCD (unlike DSLRs which cause frequent irritation with dust artifacts in the picture area). Zooming with a manual ring on the lens is also excellent - with only a modest physical rotation required to cover the whole zoom range.
The picture quality isn't stunning, but it's generally very good. The manual functions work well, although people do grumble a little about the manual focus. I say to them... read the instruction manual! With manual focusing, use the "focus once" button feature on the AF selector wheel - and then adjust it if you don't like it.
This isn't a fast camera to use, but it gets the job done at a good steady pace. Once you get comfortable with it, you'll like it. If you want to go out and buy something 5 times more expensive, go ahead - but it won't be 5 times better than the S9500.
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brilliant camera7 of 7 people found this review helpful.
This camera takes amazing clear pictures and as i need it for wildlife, i'm delighted with the results.I brought it because not only was it a bargain it also had an excellent write-up.
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A really good all round camera.Review created: 07/08/07
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) 6 of 6 people found this review helpful.
I bought my S9500 18 months ago before a holiday to NZ on the basis of good reviews and it was just right, basically I used it as a point and shoot, not fully understanding what all the features did. I then started taking low light shots of Blues and Soul artists performing for a promoter friend; this is preferable to using flash which interferes with the mood of the performance.I started using the manual set up to good effect, contolling the ISO setting, aperture and speed to get the right image, and most impressive by using manual focus the shutter is instant, many of the shots have now been turned into publicity posters and covers for CD's, a professional photographer friend is very complimentary. A bit bulky to put in a pocket, so I treated my camera to a cheap camera bag from Tesco, I think it was about £10 and has pockets for spare batteries and memory cards.
Oh yes and another feature it has 2 memory card slots one for an XD and the other a compact flash, with both in the XD is the default, if that fills you can pop it out but leave it safely in the slot and the compact flash card comes into play.
Oh yes and another feature it has 2 memory card slots one for an XD and the other a compact flash, with both in the XD is the default, if that fills you can pop it out but leave it safely in the slot and the compact flash card comes into play.
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FujiFilm FinePix S9500 Keep your eyes sharpReview created: 29/02/08(updated 29/02/08)
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) 5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
This camera is truly excellent I purchased one from ebay it came with rechargeable batteries and an 8Gb compact flash memory card as well as a case.
The camera is of excellent quality and it has a wide range of functions including manual and auto focus as well as a manually controlled zoom. There is one thing to look out for which is the command wheel, these are known to break and are expensive to have repaired via Fuji, I repaired mine using an online photo guide total cost £0.00, but not for the nervous type.
Image quality is amazing using standard/ auto and manual mode and the camera has the added bonus of saving images as RAW files i.e. uncompressed. I must point out however that the low light quality is not very good, expect poor results in low light no flash conditions.
It is also a shame Fuji did not include a mains adapter nor rechargeable batteries but all in all this helps keep costs down, none the less I would pay the little extra for those little things you like to have including a case!
Time between shots is remarkable around 0.3 seconds from focus to shoot only out performed by the Sony H series
However for a SLR type camera with loads of features (including an angle adjustable LCD screen) for such a modest price you will be hard pushed to find a camera at a similar price and with the same quality other then perhaps the Cannon powershot models.
All in all 4/5 loosing the 1 point for the little niggles I mentioned above! Well worth the buy.
The camera is of excellent quality and it has a wide range of functions including manual and auto focus as well as a manually controlled zoom. There is one thing to look out for which is the command wheel, these are known to break and are expensive to have repaired via Fuji, I repaired mine using an online photo guide total cost £0.00, but not for the nervous type.
Image quality is amazing using standard/ auto and manual mode and the camera has the added bonus of saving images as RAW files i.e. uncompressed. I must point out however that the low light quality is not very good, expect poor results in low light no flash conditions.
It is also a shame Fuji did not include a mains adapter nor rechargeable batteries but all in all this helps keep costs down, none the less I would pay the little extra for those little things you like to have including a case!
Time between shots is remarkable around 0.3 seconds from focus to shoot only out performed by the Sony H series
However for a SLR type camera with loads of features (including an angle adjustable LCD screen) for such a modest price you will be hard pushed to find a camera at a similar price and with the same quality other then perhaps the Cannon powershot models.
All in all 4/5 loosing the 1 point for the little niggles I mentioned above! Well worth the buy.
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Fuji finepix S9500 digital cameraReview created: 17/07/07
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5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
This is an excellent camera with all the features of a SLR. Terrific photo quality enlarges up to A3 comfortably. The only problem with this camera is the Command Dial which seems to have a problem (read up on reviews on Google) Mine has now gone and I have returned it to Fuji for repair. I wait with baited breath to see how long it takes for the repair to be rectified.
But a good camera worth the money with great features.
But a good camera worth the money with great features.
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gowan gowan gowanReview created: 26/01/08
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4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
if your thinking about buying it...think no more!!!simply the best for close ups!!!(thats all i need mine for too)double macro!!!
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Fuji FinePix S9500 Zoom Digital CameraReview created: 02/01/08
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) 4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
the fiji fine pix S09500 zoom digital camera
this camera was bought of ebay and it was fantastic value for money
this produces really great pictures and has various extras including a zoom lens for far away pictures
we took some great family pictures at Christmas and some really great scenery shots as well
we absolutey love this camera, can't wait for our holiday in June to France to take some great photos
we also go camping this will be great for wildlife shot without getting to close
fantastic camera, great valus for money
this camera was bought of ebay and it was fantastic value for money
this produces really great pictures and has various extras including a zoom lens for far away pictures
we took some great family pictures at Christmas and some really great scenery shots as well
we absolutey love this camera, can't wait for our holiday in June to France to take some great photos
we also go camping this will be great for wildlife shot without getting to close
fantastic camera, great valus for money
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SUper camera Super bargainReview created: 09/12/07
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4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
Let's keep it simple:
what I like:
-manual zoom (saves battery life , can be used in video mode
-feels solid
-extraordinary range of features and adjustments, the auto mode will cove 90% of photographic needs
-good flash
-excellent macro
- 9 megapixels !!!!!
- excellent video performance ,fast autofocus
-excellent picture quality
Dislike:
-AA batteries, i would prefer lithium. however they are cheap and they last long
-only 2 digital zoom
Its a gorgeous camera and got it for £170 (retail around £300) Baaaargain!
what I like:
-manual zoom (saves battery life , can be used in video mode
-feels solid
-extraordinary range of features and adjustments, the auto mode will cove 90% of photographic needs
-good flash
-excellent macro
- 9 megapixels !!!!!
- excellent video performance ,fast autofocus
-excellent picture quality
Dislike:
-AA batteries, i would prefer lithium. however they are cheap and they last long
-only 2 digital zoom
Its a gorgeous camera and got it for £170 (retail around £300) Baaaargain!
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Fuji Fine Pix S9500 Digital CameraReview created: 01/08/07
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4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
This camera is excellent. We were looking for an SLR for my sister in law's wedding but a friend suggested this one. It has most of the benefits of an SLR but without the hassel of having to change lenses. It's gread for red eye elimination and takes a fantastic picture from the most earliest of novices. My daughter loves using it and she's only 7. Very easy to use and a must for any one who's interested in cameras but doesn't want to shell out £1000s.
I'd recommend this to everyone and anyone!!
I'd recommend this to everyone and anyone!!
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fuji 9500Review created: 09/07/07
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4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
Really easy to use, fantastic picture quality. I would definatly recomend this to anyone intrested in taking up photography as either a hobby or even for a living
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Finepix3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
The camera was something I was loking for and as I have already got a fuji camera it looked good after getting it I found it to be better in condition than the seller had said it was. The only thing I dont like about it is I cant charge the batteries up while in the camera but eBay came good so I got a set of rechargable batteries and charger here the reason I got it on eBay was because not only was it cheeper but because I could ask questions about it and know the person who was answering me would know or would tell me what they did the whole thing was wonderful and yes I will be using eBay again next time for well anything I might need
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Fuji FinePix S9500 Zoom Digital CameraReview created: 08/01/09
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Great Camera no complaints, uses a lot of battery so make sure you have good NImh batteries. love the zoom lense. all round a good camera , only up rade to a SLR.
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A truly brilliant all rounder with great featuresReview created: 01/11/08
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
This is my fourth Fuji with Finepix and easily the best. There is virtually no shutter lag. The super macro is superb and excellent for flower studies. The camera has so much potential that even after two years I still have not mastered everything. That is because I have been satisfied with what I have learnt. As I broke my wrist I found the camera too heavy to operate and foolishly prchaed the much smaller S8000fd. It is no substitute and now that I am back using my 9500 it is like greeting an old friend! I lent it to a friend when I could not use it and he begged me to part with it - no way! The quality of the pictures is remarkable.
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Fuji finepix s95003 of 3 people found this review helpful.
This camera is a superb camera for the enthusiastic amateur. All the fun of an SLR but without the hastle of carrying lots of lenses. I cannot speak highly enough of this camera. I have had one for 2 years, and recently bought a 2nd for my daughter. Fantastic value for money, I would recommend it to anyone who fances a go of a real camera but without the hastle or expense of an SLR.
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
I bought this camera for the zoom and also for shutter speed. I am well pleased with it. However, I've still a lot to learn - especially about night shots. I used the night-time setting on holiday but had a halo effect on some photos so need to get that sorted. Inside photos are great but my Canon PowerShot A80 took great pictures outside and this camera doesn't do any better but maybe I just need to learn more about it. I'm still happy I bought it and look forward to being able to work it better.
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Fuji FinePix S9500 Digital cameraReview created: 12/06/08
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
It is really a good bridge SLR digital camera. I wanted a digital camera with a supermacro feature and this S9500 doesn't disappoint. You retain the control of the camera with a manual zoom, without having to rely on auto-zoom which can, on numerous occasions, slow you down taking quick-taken shots. Learning the art of taking photos with different settings, eg. aperture and shutter speed, would take time to master but it is worth doing so. Get yourself decent photography magazines for ideas and techniques and you would enjoy using the camera.
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Fuji FinePix S9500 Zoom Digital Camera3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
got this camera with the buy it now couldn't be bothered with auction So glad i did it was immaculate and what fantastic pictures it takes, there are a lot of gizzmos on it to learn but we have to start some where so i stick it on auto point and shoot perfect theres another day tomorrow to learn the gizzmos
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fuji s9500 cameraReview created: 09/08/07
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
i was looking for one of these cameras in currys and comet but they wear to exspenive so i looked on ebay and got a bargain .and i love it then i looked for a bag for it and in comet and currys they are £39.99 but again i went on ebay and won one for £11 as new.another great bargain.thanks ebay.
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Fuji Finepix S9500 Digital CameraReview created: 23/11/09
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
The Fuji FinePix S9500 camera is a very advanced bridge camera, it has a DSLR feel to it. It is a big step up from the Fuji FinePix S7000 and you can feel the upgrade in quality almost immediately.
Like the Fuji S6500fd this had a Super CCD image sensor, but the S9500 has 9.0 million effective pixels and is paired with a Real Photo Processor, this combination produces extra detail, colour and range.
When reviewing a string of test shots including portraits, scenery and natural world (mainly wildlife) the textures are evident and exposure vibrant as ever when printed on photo paper (not even set to the highest quality).
Also known as the S9000 in North and South America, with its notable sensitivity range it can square up to the majority of the DSLR’s still being used in professional fields today. I really like the adjustable LCD, it allows you to take really inventive photographs from a range of positions and is something DSLR’s don’t have.
The lens has full manual control used by twisting the barrel, which I prefer to the zoom buttons on the average camera. The hot shoe is a big plus to the built in flash and the S9500 has the option to add filters and additional “add-on” lenses that makes your options never-ending.
The lens (the 28-300mm Fujinon) which is a good all rounder, offers the excellent Super Macro mode for close detailed photography, you can shoot from up to 1cm with wide angle, you would not find many cameras that can get much closer than that unless you ventured into a very expensive DSLR and specialist lens.
With a speedy start up, array of exposure modes, continuous shooting, movie recording and playback, high quality speaker, Compact flash I/II and XD compatible, it is a package which is unrivalled by any other manufacturer.
This camera is impressive and Fuji have a winner with the S9500.
Super Power Photography 2009
Like the Fuji S6500fd this had a Super CCD image sensor, but the S9500 has 9.0 million effective pixels and is paired with a Real Photo Processor, this combination produces extra detail, colour and range.
When reviewing a string of test shots including portraits, scenery and natural world (mainly wildlife) the textures are evident and exposure vibrant as ever when printed on photo paper (not even set to the highest quality).
Also known as the S9000 in North and South America, with its notable sensitivity range it can square up to the majority of the DSLR’s still being used in professional fields today. I really like the adjustable LCD, it allows you to take really inventive photographs from a range of positions and is something DSLR’s don’t have.
The lens has full manual control used by twisting the barrel, which I prefer to the zoom buttons on the average camera. The hot shoe is a big plus to the built in flash and the S9500 has the option to add filters and additional “add-on” lenses that makes your options never-ending.
The lens (the 28-300mm Fujinon) which is a good all rounder, offers the excellent Super Macro mode for close detailed photography, you can shoot from up to 1cm with wide angle, you would not find many cameras that can get much closer than that unless you ventured into a very expensive DSLR and specialist lens.
With a speedy start up, array of exposure modes, continuous shooting, movie recording and playback, high quality speaker, Compact flash I/II and XD compatible, it is a package which is unrivalled by any other manufacturer.
This camera is impressive and Fuji have a winner with the S9500.
Super Power Photography 2009
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