FinePix S5 Pro D-SLR/Long Zoom Camera from Fujifilm Ireland

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Master Photo-digital - April 2007 "The film-like rendering is where the Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro excels, and while my preferences would be for shooting raw all the time, the new Velvia-like look and the modified Portrait looks all deserve testing... It's a niche-market camera, and shows us that Fujifilm still understands this niche."

Dual noise reduction: clean, sharp images at 3200 ISO
Face detection for exposure and focus check
Five film simulation modes
High-end D-SLR:ideal for portraiture
New sensor design to raise the quality bar
Robust, magnesium-alloy body

The FinePix S5 Pro will stand apart from the crowd by combining the much sought-after picture quality of Fujifilm's Super CCD SR sensor with a fully digital and durable professional metal alloy body. With this superior combination of truly professional handling and image quality, the FinePix S5 Pro will appeal to a broad range of professional photographers looking for something more in their D-SLR.

UPDATED:
Fujifilm is delighted to announce that its acclaimed FinePix S5 Pro digital SLR has been named 'European Advanced Camera of the Year 2007-2008' at this year's prestigious European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) awards.

EISA explained the camera's success with the following commendations: "The special qualities of Fujifilm's Super CCD SR Pro sensor provide the wide dynamic range, low image noise and contrast control that make the camera stand out from the general DSLR market. Fujifilm has used a rugged body, faster processing, more flexible shooting methods, improved autofocus and advanced flash metering modes. Ultimately, though, it is the S5 Pro's ability to reproduce a massive range of tones that makes it the winner of this category."

What's In The Box

These accessories are included as standard

Rechargeable Li-ion battery NP-150
Camera body cap
LCD cover
Videocable
Synchronizing terminal cap
CD-ROM [image browser with CCD-RAW converting function]

Battery charger BC-150
Shoulder strap
Eyepiece cap
USB Cable (mini-B)
EAccessory shoe cover
Remote release socket cap

RPT Pro sensor diagram

Sensor

The ultimate goal in development of Fujifilm's D-SLR cameras has been to maximise image quality through constant R & D into the Company's proprietary sensors. With the introduction six years ago of the acclaimed Super CCD, Fujifilm has moved away from increasing the pixel density in favour of image quality developments that increase the overall performance of the sensor.

The FinePix S5 Pro will see the refinement of a winning formula - Fujifilm's Super CCD SR II will be updated to the new Super CCD SR Pro. Using a unique layout of twelve million paired photodiodes (6.17 million larger 'S' photodiodes for main image information, combined with 6.17 million smaller 'R' photodiodes for bright area information), the S5 Pro will deliver improvements in noise, dynamic range, colour and tonality. Further improving the capability of the sensor, a new, improved low-pass filter will ensure that moiré and noise are kept to an absolute minimum.

Fuji technicians believe improvements in these key areas will be of more true value to professional photographers - the challenge is quality of information, not quantity of information.

Real Photo Pro processor

Image quality

The redesigned Super CCD SR Pro sensor will be at the centre of the camera's performance. However, the new Real Photo Processor Pro will ensure that the information is handled in such a way to produce images that are beautifully vibrant, with colour recorded as the human eye sees it. The processor's two stages of noise reduction will deliver an impeccably clean image, and also permit light sensitivity up to ISO 3200 whilst achieving sharp, low-noise images. A new dark noise reduction process, subtracting the residual, ambient noise on the sensor from the actual exposure, helps the camera produce smooth, clean images even when long shutter speeds are used.

i-TTL Flash Exposure Metering

i-TTL flash exposure metering

i-TTL Flash Exposure Metering System: photographers can take advantage of a host of creative options, and achieve outstanding results with all Nikon compatible Speedlights.

Dynamic range

The FinePix S5 Pro will also afford the user much greater control over the unique image parameters that its technology provides. Six stepped dynamic range settings between 100% (normal dynamic range) and 400% (dynamic range expanded by two stops), will enable the photographer to achieve exactly the tonal feel to their images that they want. In addition, three distinct settings for the 'negative film' preset option will further enhance the customisable nature of the camera, giving portrait photographers precisely the 'look' that they wish to create.

Face Detection Technology

At the push of a button, the FinePix S5 Pro's Face Detection Technology detects up to ten faces in a scene immediately after each image is captured. Photographers can zoom in and confirm facial detail, whether eyes are open or closed, focus and exposure on the FinePix S5 Pro's LCD monitor.

Improvements of the FinePix S5 Pro over the FinePix S3 Pro

Image processing and quality

Real Photo Technology Pro, which combines the Super CCD SR Pro and the RP (Real Photo) Processor Pro, allows for greater dynamic range with smoother tonality from highlight to shadow
The improved Super CCD SR Pro features an optimised low-pass filter to reduce noise and minimise moiré
The newly developed RP Processor Pro features two cycles of noise reduction which enables photographers to take images at even higher sensitivities (ISO 100 to ISO 3200) with visibly reduced noise
Greater flexibility to control colour and dynamic range
Photographers can choose from AUTOMATIC and six preprogrammed ranges, 100%STD, 130%, 170%, 230%W1, 300% and 400%W2), for greater creative control over the FinePix S5 Pro's expanded dynamic range.
For improved reproduction of natural skin tones, three new variations of the original film simulation mode (F1) have been added (five modes in total)

Other camera functions and features

Nikon F-mount compatibility for all functionality with all Nikkor AF-D/G and the latest AF-S optics

RAW+ jpeg (4,256 x 2,848 pixels, 3,024 x 2,016 pixels, 2,304 x 1,536 pixels) dual-save mode

Mac and PC supported tethered shooting mode via USB 2.0 port and optional Hyper Utility software

Robust lightweight magnesium-alloy body with moisture- and dust-proof seals

Durable shutter unit stands up to approximately 100,000 cycles

Adoption of high-precision i-TTL flash control

11-point AF sensor with faster auto focusing than the FinePix S3 Pro

Supports 1/3, 1/2, and 1 stop lens aperture control

Shutter speed 30 sec. to 1/8000 sec, maximum flash sync speed of 1/250 sec.

3 levels of custom function locking with password protection

2.5 inch LCD with 235,000 pixels, gives 100% frame coverage. Colour and monochromatic 30 seconds live view function to check focusing

Li-ion rechargeable battery

Compact Flash (CF) Card (Type I/II) and Microdrive compatible

Digital Interface: USB 2.0 (High-Speed)

Dimensions: 147mm(W) x 113mm(H) x 74mm(D) / 5.8in. (W) x 4.4in. (H) x 2.9in. (D) (not including accessories and attachments)

Exposure modes: Programmed Auto with flexible program [P], Shutter-Priority Auto [S], Aperture-Priority Auto [A], and Manual [M]

File format: Exif-JPEG (Exif2.21 [3] compatible) ? FINE/ NORMAL [Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 compliant /DPOF-compatible] / CCD-RAW(14bit) / CCD-RAW + Exif-JPEG

LCD Monitor: 2.5-inch approx. 230,000 pixels low temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD (approx. 100% frame coverage for playback)

Number of effective pixels: 12.34 million (S-pixel: 6.17million, R- pixel: 6.17million) pixels

Power source: Rechargeable Li-ion battery (included) or AC Power Adapter AC-135VN (Optional)

Sensitivity: AUTOISO 100 / 125 / 160 / 200 / 250 / 320 / 400 / 500 / 640 / 800 / 1000 / 1250 / 1600 / 2000 / 2500 / 3200 (Standard Output Sensitivity)

Shutter speed: 30 sec. to 1/8000 sec. Bulb.

Storage media: Compact Flash? (CF) Card (Type I/II) and Microdrive?

Type of camera: Interchangeable-lens SLR-type digital camera

Video Output: NTSC / PAL selectable [3]

Viewfinder: Fixed-eye level pentaprism, built-in diopter adjustment. Frame coverage: Approx. 95%, Magnification: Approx. x 0.94

Weight: Approx. 830 g/29.3 oz. (not including accessories, battery and memory card)

White balance: Automatic / Incandescent light / Fluorescent lamp (1-5) / Fine / Flash / Shade / Colour temperature / Preset Custom (1-5) Fine tuning can be set.

Master Photo-digital - April 2007

"The film-like rendering is where the Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro excels, and while my preferences would be for shooting raw all the time, the new Velvia-like look and the modified Portrait looks all deserve testing... It's a niche-market camera, and shows us that Fujifilm still understands this niche."

Digital Camera Buyer - April 2007

"It's clear that Fujifilm has made a concerted effort to offer something different with the FinePix S5 Pro. There's an incredible range of settings to be tailored to your precise needs, and the results are superb, even at ISO 3200, which is commendable. Whatever your field of expertise, the FinePix S5 Pro will have something to offer."

Digital Camera - April 2007

"The FinePix S5 Pro is a major improvement over the FinePix S3 Pro in its handling and build quality, and it makes for an interesting comparison with the Nikon D200. The FinePix S5 Pro's tonal rendition is often superior, especially with portraits."

Think Camera - April 2007

"I absolutely love the results I get with it and the learning curve isn't too steep. The pictures rock."

Photography Monthly - April 2007

The FinePix S5 Pro is a fine camera that delivers excellent results. It handles very well and exudes confidence, and it does produce lovely images and that's the important thing. There's not much noise, the Film simulation modes are worth using and it certainly does a great job in high contrast situations."

Trusted Reviews - April 2007

"The Fujifilm S5 Pro continues in its predecessors' tradition of providing superior dynamic range and tonal quality for specialist portrait and wedding photographers, who will be delighted with its outstanding capabilities in these areas, as well as its superb handling, build quality and performance."

Digital Photo Pro - April 2007

Recommended "Here is a DSLR that has all the best features of a pro film camera combined with an excellent digital operation... For any social or event photographer I have to recommend a close look at the FinePix S5 Pro."

Practical Photography - April 2007

4 Stars "Skin tones are impressively recorded and rate highly against the competition, with or without flash. The FinePix S5 Pro is a vast improvement over the FinePix S3 Pro."

What Digital Camera? - April 2007

This month's pick "With four portrait-orientated colour modes Fujifilm is clearly targeting the wedding and social photographer, and the FinePix S5 Pro's extended dynamic range will certainly help tackle the 'black suit/white dress' exposure nightmare."

Digital SLR User - April 2007

4 stars "Fujifilm's FinePix S5 Pro is an impressive mid-range model, combining a superb sensor with a wider than average dynamic range and pleasing colour reproduction, especially so with skin tones."

Digital Photographer - September 2007

"Despite appearances, after a few minutes investigating the way that the FinePix S5 Pro handles and the technology it has to offer, you'll soon realise that this camera has Fujifilm written all over it." 96% - Highest Rated

Macworld - November 2007

Editor's Choice "Fujifilm's DSLR, the FinePix S5 Pro, marries a sturdy build to a chip specifically engineered for detailed portraits and vivid landscapes. The FinePix S5 Pro maintained highlight detail in our portrait test shot, the best of all those on test, while delivering accurate colours and a good degree of crispness. Our close up shot at ISO1600 was also impressively free of image noise and similarly sharp. In short, the FinePix S5 Pro is a reliable digital workhorse of a camera and comes highly recommended."