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Fujifilm X10 hands-on (video) (Engadget)
We really like Fujifilm's X100 -- it's a solidly-built camera, with an APS-C
sensor, f/2 lens, and a rather unique hybrid optical / electronic viewfinder.
But the X100 carries a $1,400 sticker price, and that 23mm lens -- as sharp as
it may be -- is permanently fixed to the mount. That's why we were rather
exited when Fuji announced its X10 earlier this week. Would this be a much
more capable (and affordable) replacement for the X100? Turns out it's not --
well, not exactly -- though this latest model is certainly a better fit for
the consumer market. We had a chance to go hands-on with an early prototype on
display at the company's IFA booth, and while some features (notably the pop-
up flash) weren't yet functional, we're told it's a rather accurate
representation of what we'll see when the X10 hits stores in late October,
priced within the €499-599 range (about $715-860).
The first thing you'll notice with the X10 is that, well, there's nary a power
button in sight. Instead, you'll rotate the 28-112mm f/2-2.8 manual Zoom Lens
to fire it up. There's also no aperture ring, unlike its ...


US $140.00
































