The Fujifilm FinePix S100FS digital camera is appealing because of a
number of things. One, it has tremendous low light capability with ASA
up to 10,000. Number two, it can emulate different Fuji films. I
used to love the prints made from Fuji Velvia slide film of sunsets
with my old Nikon on a tripod with a shutter release. Using a 50mm
fixed manual lens stopped down to F16 or F22, I bracketed with three
or four exposures and usually got at least one shot that was
superlative. I used a shutter release for 10-20 second exposure
times. I wonder how the S100 would under the same conditions? To
me, another attractive feature is the dedicated lens which has wide
angle and telephoto capability. No more switching the lens in the
field. Another feature is the proprietary high speed CCD chip. I have
an old Fuji V10 which has served me well over the years. I liked the
fact it could fit into the pocket and take it anywhere. So much so
that I have considered upgrading it to the FD50. I also have an old
Nikon D70 with a dedicated digital lens which I like very much, but is
somewhat bulky and I am afraid to take it on trips because I worry
about breaking it. The S100 seems a bit pricey, 800 bucks at B&H. Is
it really the best in its class, or is there another competitive
digital camera that's considered better?
In terms of printing, lately I have actually drifted away from making
prints. However, I used to use an Epson with archival ink that gave
very large prints. Any suggestions on a replacement for it?
Jeffrey Dach
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