Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro - Expert Reviews

Review summary: The main difference we have to deal with is the camera sensor, the electronics and the menu structure.

Pros: Very low noise at higher ISOs ; wide dynamic range ; solid, well-designed body

Cons: Slightly sluggish AF system ; low effective resolution for a pro-level camera ; bloated file sizes

Verdict: While a wide dynamic range lets it serve up tons of highlight detail and impressive overall image quality, the S5 Pro isn't for high-speed sports photography, and it could use more resolution.

Review summary: Can Fuji's latest digital SLR stand out from the crowd?

Pros: Good colour and dynamic range, Very low noise, Quick access to a range of features

Cons: Big and heavy, Awkward menu system, Limited resolution

Verdict: The S5 Pro is worth considering as a studio portrait camera if the low resolution doesn't bother you. But it's harder to see the attraction for general use when you can get better performance for less money elsewhere

Review summary: Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro Review - The latest incarnation of the SuperCCD DSLR from Fuji is put to the test by Duncan Evans.

Pros: Wide dynamic range, Excellent build quality, Great handling, ISO up to 3200, Film emulation modes, Compatible with Nikon lenses and flash

Cons: Auto-focus not super-quick, 12Mp pictures are interpolated, SuperCCD interpolation artefacts

Verdict: Using the same body as the Nikon D200, the Fuji S5 obviously has to differentiate itself in other ways, and the fact that the CCD and processing engine are completely different means that the cameras do head down very different paths. The headline ...

Review summary: Development in compact digital cameras seems to have slowed, while advances in digital SLRs are barrelling ahead. In DSLRs, Fujifilm has many followers, not least due to its Nikon F mount lens compatibility

Pros: Selectable, wide dynamic range image capture. Large LCD screen.

Cons: CCD must be cleaned manually. Maximum CF capacity at 4GB.

Verdict: A fine alternative to the current Canon and Nikon cameras. The S5 Pro's somewhat different bells and whistles - like Live View and variable dynamic range - should attract the fans