tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post6931505392398191749..comments2023-05-29T10:12:28.156+01:00Comments on Top Travel Gear: Fujifilm HS10 review, as a travel camera!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02398603432512796835noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-4964260985860197672012-05-22T11:44:00.941+01:002012-05-22T11:44:00.941+01:00Thanks for the pics of my band. :-) Im Coogie the ...Thanks for the pics of my band. :-) Im Coogie the Singer bending over backwards.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-25400120222659416912011-08-31T22:31:24.764+01:002011-08-31T22:31:24.764+01:00Hi Spud,
Many thanks for your comments, sorry to h...Hi Spud,<br />Many thanks for your comments, sorry to hear that the HS20 didn't live up to your expectations, most reviews I've read have been mainly positive, unfortunately, this still wasn't enough to persuade me, as it shares the same viewfinder as the HS10, which is only adequate at best!<br />I have managed to get some great results from the F550exr though, which shares the same sensor as the HS20, but I am a little disappointed that Fuji saw fit to bring out a new camera (F600exr) instead of correcting it's faults!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02398603432512796835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-5852482029025326222011-08-30T22:42:16.571+01:002011-08-30T22:42:16.571+01:00Hi all...What a fantastic review, it makes a chang...Hi all...What a fantastic review, it makes a change to read a review without all that number crunching. I'm currently on my second HS10, the first was a great camera but somehow I succumbed to all the hype of the release of the new HS20EXR and went and bought one, what a mistake. It was a inferior camera in every sense and I quickly got rid of it and went back to the HS10.<br /><br />Thanks again for taking the time to put together this review and best of luck with your snapping ventures. Spud<br /><br />http://www.flickr.com/photos/56098219@N06/Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-55745201970464391712011-06-10T12:24:55.239+01:002011-06-10T12:24:55.239+01:00Hi Jules,
Best of luck with your new cam, I'm ...Hi Jules,<br />Best of luck with your new cam, I'm so glad you like it!<br />Even though there are many new models available now with better specs (and more money!) I still feel that the HS10 has a lot going for it as a travel cam, you just need to understand it's limitations just as with any other camera, and I'm still learning something new with mine every time I pick it up!<br />Happy shooting,<br />David :-)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02398603432512796835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-64842744510140511062011-06-10T10:22:10.228+01:002011-06-10T10:22:10.228+01:00Hi,
I've just purchased an HS10 (for under £2...Hi,<br /><br />I've just purchased an HS10 (for under £250) and I'm delighted with it. The manual zoom ring is a revelation. The tilting LCD is unexpectedly useful too.<br /><br />Great Blog, by the way.<br /><br />JulesJulesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-14094407126469286642011-05-17T16:22:37.803+01:002011-05-17T16:22:37.803+01:00Hi Celine, just take a second look at this post, a...Hi Celine, just take a second look at this post, all my accessory favorites are here apart from flash, as a travel/wildlife photographer, I tend not to use them!<br />Hope you enjoy your new cam though, there is a certain learning curve, as with any new camera, but once understood, I'm sure you will find it very useful!<br />Happy shooting :-)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02398603432512796835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-83338475139256247092011-05-17T04:12:35.077+01:002011-05-17T04:12:35.077+01:00Hi! I got my hs10 yesterday. And i really want to ...Hi! I got my hs10 yesterday. And i really want to add some accessories on it like lenses, flash. Can you give me some suggestions? =)Celinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05360609887833790732noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-75576459657117066272011-05-02T12:53:44.303+01:002011-05-02T12:53:44.303+01:00Just bought a hs10 then read your blog ...fabulous...Just bought a hs10 then read your blog ...fabulous inspiration.paulohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08105981468748028460noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-80591494537565650432011-03-23T11:04:49.509+00:002011-03-23T11:04:49.509+00:00SuperbSuperbphotographyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07667476576778544663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-8323907489100165332011-03-03T21:51:15.887+00:002011-03-03T21:51:15.887+00:00Many thanks for your compliments, I'm sure you...Many thanks for your compliments, I'm sure you will find the HS10 to be a good companion for the TZ3, and exceed any restrictions you may have had with the A200!<br />The one I was most interested in was of course the 30x lens, a huge leap from the 7x on the Minolta. <br />Macro is also better in my opinion, but am still finding the Fuji rather lacking in low light, a little more experimentation need I think! (or just use your TZ3!)<br />You might want to check out some tips on settings etc. on dpreview (link in this post) especially from the likes of "Loydy"<br />Happy shooting :-)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02398603432512796835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-4936739170528866322011-03-03T18:39:39.900+00:002011-03-03T18:39:39.900+00:00Small world: I stumbled across Moose Montana's...Small world: I stumbled across Moose Montana's cameratips HS10 website, and then saw some of your posts, and then landed here. . . and discovered you're the same as me: I've just replaced my much-loved Konica Minolta A200 with, yes, a HS10. (Like, er, the day before yesterday.)<br /><br />I'm trying to figure out the full user manual and get to grips with the camera, but wanted to tahnk you now for your really helpful review, and all the work that went into it. <br /><br />Personally, I'm sick and tired of reading views / comments based upon the superiority of DSLRs: for Gawd's sake, we *know* they're full frame sensors; we *know* what they do; and, above all, we *know* the price to be paid and the lumbering inconvenience of all those lenses that cost a second mortgage.<br /><br />I haven't used my A200 for quite a while, contenting myself instead with a humble Panasonic TZ3 P&S. It's been, well, superb. And because I post process everything, using Photoshop and Sagelight, the results on screen and at A4 print (and, a couple of times, A3 print) have been pretty darned stellar. <br /><br />But then, the people who look at my photographs wouldn't know a pixie from a pixel and couldn't care less: the image either pleases in its composition and its impact. Or it doesn't.<br /><br />I'll be back again on here seeking help soon -- hope you can get your blog pages sorted out (sorry, not meaning to be cheeky!) but it's awkward with long slabs of post which actually cover different topics, a problem that's evident over on Moose Montana's "HS10 User Forum". <br /><br />All credit to both of you though: the effort made on behalf of strangers like myself may indeed have been considerable, but it really is deeply appreciated. Well done, David!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-21726453135544443732011-02-28T21:29:15.384+00:002011-02-28T21:29:15.384+00:00The bag I use is a Crumpler Pretty Boy Rucksack, a...The bag I use is a Crumpler Pretty Boy Rucksack, as can be seen on my home page. <br />I like it because it doesn't look like your carrying a camera bag, it's tough, gives fairly good protection, and isn't too big to lug around on a day hike!<br />Mine has gone round the world with me for the last 4 years, and taken quite a bashing but still looks as good as new!!<br />The screen protector I use can be seen on this blog post, it is a very thin glass type made for another camera, but works very well and is as hard as......well glass!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02398603432512796835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-84952681000343495992011-02-28T04:33:40.035+00:002011-02-28T04:33:40.035+00:00Hi David,
Thanks for the reply. Can i ask a couple...Hi David,<br />Thanks for the reply. Can i ask a couple more questions?<br />What bag do you use for this camera?<br />Do you use a screen protector?<br />ThanksAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-89537973129196371052011-02-27T01:43:13.667+00:002011-02-27T01:43:13.667+00:00Hi David,
Thanks for your complimentary comments,...Hi David, <br />Thanks for your complimentary comments, the HS10 was in my mind, one of the best travel cameras available last year, forging the way for others to follow suit, in which they have in droves!<br />Most manufacturers have already or are bringing out a mega zoom bridge of some description or other, even the compacts like the Fuji F550 EXR, Nikon S9100, Canon SX230HS and Sony's DSC-HX9, with 14-16x lens, HD video and GPS are looking really interesting as a back-up travel companion, and could possibly be all most people need, but for those that pursue nature etc., that 30x is just the ticket!<br />Sorry that the Sony telephoto is not available at the moment, I checked my purchase last May, and it came to £85 inc p&p, seems to be a huge price hike everywhere I've looked so far, but will let you know if I find anything reasonable!<br />Can't really recommend anything else, as have not tried any other lenses, except the Raynox Macro's, which I like a lot! Some on dpreview like the 2.2x Raynox, might be worth a look?<br /><br />Happy snapping (and traveling!)<br />Regards <br />DavidAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02398603432512796835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-74840474699906890352011-02-27T00:26:10.250+00:002011-02-27T00:26:10.250+00:00David,
This review of the HS10 is great, exactly t...David,<br />This review of the HS10 is great, exactly the type of review i was looking for!<br />I too am looking at upgrading from a Minolta. An A1 DiMAGE (from 2004, i think!), and wanted a bridge camera with manual zoom that could reach around x30. The HS10 stood out from the crowd. I don't want the weight and hassle of DSLR as i also do a lot of travelling.<br />I had finally made up my mind to buy one when i get back to the UK this March, but now there is the HS20EXR! <br />I will wait to see what the reviews say about its features, but the HS10 is now coming down to a tempting price, plus it will allow me to buy some good accessories for it.....<br />Speaking of which, great details about the accessories you have. Very useful.<br />The Sony telephoto lens you have is no longer available on the link provided. Do you know how much it cost and if there are any other retailers or alternative lenses you would recommend? <br />Thanks<br />DavidAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-82009704539856510922011-02-14T10:59:29.230+00:002011-02-14T10:59:29.230+00:00Alan,
The HS20 comes complete with a bayonet fitti...Alan,<br />The HS20 comes complete with a bayonet fitting lens hood, I think so many people complained about the lack of one with the HS10, they thought better of it this time!!<br />Look forward to hearing your thoughts on the HS20 if you get one!<br />Regards,<br />DavidAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02398603432512796835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-43488475257172041242011-02-14T02:20:41.809+00:002011-02-14T02:20:41.809+00:00Thanks for the heads-up Dave.
Still very happy wi...Thanks for the heads-up Dave.<br /><br />Still very happy with my S700, for knocking around on day-hikes. Looking forward to some different format options, features, HD movies etc.<br /><br />Perhaps I'll wait for the HS20. Maybe they'll upgrade and include the hard to find bayonet style hood, or at least offer it as an accessory through their US website.<br /><br />If I end up with the HS20, I'll drop you a line after I have had a chance to test drive it.<br /><br />Thanks again.<br /><br />Sincerely,<br />AlanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-68942283513164071242011-02-12T18:04:45.586+00:002011-02-12T18:04:45.586+00:00Thanks Alan, glad this post was of some help!
I ho...Thanks Alan, glad this post was of some help!<br />I hope you know that a brand new model is coming out in March/April, called the HS20, which on paper should address quite a few of the HS10's shortcomings?<br />As for memory, I have at the moment an Archos 704 wifi that I can copy all my travel photos to, so a 4 or 8 gb SDHC card should be fine.<br />I plan on buying a netbook or 11" notebook for the same purpose (when they bring one out that I like!) and have the added bonus of being able to edit them and check my e-mail and blog!<br />Whatever you choose, enjoy and let me know how it goes?<br />Regards,<br />DaveAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02398603432512796835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-33280910713617716352011-02-12T17:07:28.267+00:002011-02-12T17:07:28.267+00:00Very-very useful and very-very well written and il...Very-very useful and very-very well written and illustrated article.<br /><br />Nicely Done. I hope I will have equally good results with my future purchase of HS10. Photography is an integral part of all my travels. This sounds like an enhancement over my current Fuji S700.<br /><br />Now my only question is how much memory to buy for longer trips.<br /><br />Cheers,<br />AlanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-88042410957277161582011-01-31T10:16:31.242+00:002011-01-31T10:16:31.242+00:00A great review without the mumbo jumbo. Honest str...A great review without the mumbo jumbo. Honest straight talking is what a lot of reviews miss. I am now even more convinced that this will be a great replacement for my aging DSLR. Cheers.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-90126947731077287252011-01-30T19:14:38.770+00:002011-01-30T19:14:38.770+00:00Many thanks jop and Vikas, the HS20 does seem to a...Many thanks jop and Vikas, the HS20 does seem to address some of the HS10's shortcomings, well, on paper at least!<br />Even though I've enjoyed the HS10 over the last year or so, especially the zoom range and macro, it has been slightly frustrating over the winter waiting for good light!<br />Whichever camera you choose, happy snapping ;-)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02398603432512796835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-83981695469257271882011-01-30T18:49:04.256+00:002011-01-30T18:49:04.256+00:00David wonderful review and just what I needed to c...David wonderful review and just what I needed to confirm my decision to go for HS10 but no I am now waiting for HS20EXR and hoping that it will improve upon low light performance as well. if not then?? well then there will always be slightly cheaper HS10 available to buy .. Head or Tail alls mine. Keep the good work up ..Vikas Khairhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10732792647915064715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-45723829099569711702011-01-18T19:27:28.273+00:002011-01-18T19:27:28.273+00:00HS20 is on the doorsteps now! I'm looking for ...HS20 is on the doorsteps now! I'm looking for a P&S, had a comfortable journey with you and the HS10!<br />Most probably I'll go for the HS10. Thanks for the sensible review of yours!<br />:)jophttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17535944210516972558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-49359920905970421302010-12-30T00:16:41.437+00:002010-12-30T00:16:41.437+00:00Excellent review, this has reassured me on my deci...Excellent review, this has reassured me on my decision to order this camera. Looking forward to it's arrival and getting to grips with all it can offer.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267438583867962012.post-67248300449367912852010-12-22T05:15:16.423+00:002010-12-22T05:15:16.423+00:00Great Reviews.. Glad to read this blogGreat Reviews.. Glad to read this blogWater Filtershttp://www.aussiaqua.com.au/noreply@blogger.com