It's a shame that there isn't a "Camera that looks like a budget model
but performs like a prosumer" award because the Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR
is a strong contender. It looks a lot less than it delivers because of
the unassuming exterior. The internal zoom is also a feature generally
reserved for the point and shoot generation that simply want a camera to
slip in and out of pockets and bags. Usually, a big zoom lens is an
indicator of a high specification camera, although no-one really knows
why.
Still, we were very interested in the performance of the Fujifilm
Finepix Z900EXR. The pictures we produced were very good with realistic
colours and minimal noise. The zoom is only modest but using the camera,
we never felt that it was lacking. The rest of the camera is built to a
high standard and the only areas we didn't approve of were the battery
that can be put in the compartment either way but will only work one way
and the fact that the Z900EXR can't do anything else while it's
processing pictures onto the memory card.
We feel that the Z900EXR is designed for a keen amateur that simply
wants a camera for fitting into a bag or pocket but doesn't want to
compromise on image quality. It's interesting to note (especially after
using the night mode) that using a preset mode sets the Z900EXR up more
for getting the best picture than simply placing it in Program.
That's not to say that only keen amateurs will benefit from the Fujifilm
Finepix Z900EXR. Younger people will like the design and touch-screen
technology while the tech-savvy will enjoy getting to grips with the EXR
modes and explaining how the BSI sensor works to all their friends. If
this sounds like you then you need to get the camera on your to-do list.
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