Fujifilm Presents Three F-Series Superzoom Compacts

 

The two real new superzooms Fuji announced today are the F750 EXR and F770 EXR top-of-the-range compacts.

From the back, the cameras look the same as the F660 EXR, and all three models have the same screen. They have the same internal electronics too, based on the 16-Megapixel sensor with EXR functions for boosting sensitivity and dynamic range.

In other respects, though, the F750 EXR and F770 EXR are quite different from the F660 EXR. For starters, their shutter-release buttons are in a different location, no doubt making them more comfortable to use. On top of that, both models have a new Function button, a redesigned handle that should improve grip and a 20x zoom lens (equivalent to 25-500 mm). The wide angle therefore isn't quite as wide, but sensitivity is increased at telephoto settings. We just hope that the lens will be more consistent in quality than the F600 lens, particularly at short focal lengths.

On paper, these cameras look like decent rivals for Canon and Sony superzooms (and Panasonic if the replacement for the TZ20 gets a decent sensor). With Full HD video, advanced functions, a RAW mode and more, we're looking forward to testing them already!

Oh, we almost forgot ... you're probably wondering what the difference is between the two models. The pricier F770 EXR will have a built-in GPS both for geo-tagging photos and for finding saved locations on a map or with the direction and distance. The F750 EXR doesn't have the GPS and will be a little cheaper.