Fuji HS20 Vs. DSLR Shootout

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@roborovskihamsters Nikon has the P500 for $399, and Canon the SX30 $439. We selected the Fuji because we love the manual zoom, and the dynamic range of the HS20. Jordan @ The Camera Store

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@minhducscholars The Fuji lens is F2.8-5.6. It can shoot indoors, but I would use the High Sensitivity mode in those situations. Jordan @ The Camera Store

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The much smaller sensor on the HS20 allows it to have a huge zoom range in such a small package. Of course, the smaller sensor does mean that the HS20 will be worse in low light and have a larger area in focus than with a DSLR. Jordan @ The Camera Store TV

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@dannycurtean This was shot with the 5D Mark II, mostly with the Zeiss 35mm F2 ZE. It's a fantastic lens, bokeh, colour and contrast are absolutely top notch, especially for the price. We also used a Canon 17-40 in the wide shot where Chris tries to macro with the 300-800. Jordan @ The Camera Store

[@bugleclapton]

A pretty interesting comparison. The HS20 can handle more than 99% of my photo works and it's very affordable.

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@powdersprings30127 It did not happen during our testing, but I have heard of the problem. Fuji has issued a firmware update which addresses this problem, however. Jordan @ The Camera Store

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@lindalovealisa I think you mean extension tubes. Unfortunately these are only available on interchangeable lens cameras, as they fit between the camera and the lens. Jordan @ The Camera Store TV

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@giantiger12 The firmware is now available, and users are indicating that you can record over a half hour with no overheat warnings. Jordan @ The Camera Store

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Unfortunately, the HS20 does not have a microphone input. The new Fuji X-S1 does, however. Jordan @ The Camera Store TV

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@koljqa As mentioned in the intro, this is a Sigma 300-800 F5.6. Jordan @ The Camera Store

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@QuinteVideoProd Yes, the HS20 shoots 1080P video. Check out our channel for contact info. Jordan @ The Camera Store

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This video was filmed on the Canon 5D MK II, primarily with a Zeiss 35mm F2. It was edited on Final Cut Pro. Jordan @ The Camera Store TV

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@faloc Care to suggest any other zoom lenses that go above 700mm? Jordan @ The Camera Store

[@OpaNa69]

Fantastic video !!! Informative, dynamic, superb video quality and great sound !!! We need more videos like this one !!! Go Canada Go!!!

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

Primarily the Zeiss ZE 35mm F2. Killer lens! We also used a Canon 17-40 during the macro shootout. Jordan @ The Camera Store TV

[@Lynxtpm]

The problem with cameras with small sensors like most compacts and bridge cameras is that so many MPX in small sensors cause them to produce too much noise at low ISO, and also the loose of fine detail.

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@Dorisequador 5D Mark II with a Zeiss 35mm F2. Jordan @ The Camera Store TV

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@Chippy569 The video was in no way meant to be comprehensive, as you can see it is described as a 'tongue in cheek' video. Of course the D700 image quality/bokeh/AF performance destroys the HS20, but main point we wanted to make is how excessive someone's full frame kit would need to be to cover the same focal range. We will have more serious videos coming out soon, but this one was designed primarily to entertain. Jordan @ The Camera Store

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@MaDToPPeRX Unfortunately, there are still no Panasonic lenses that reach a 720mm equivalent. And that wouldn't be the same spectacle as the kit we used... Jordan @ The Camera Store

[@Trollberg60north]

The HS20 EXR is not a great camera for amateurs like myself. The automatic mode is absolutely useless and simply can't take a decent photo. However, if you have bought one of these cameras and are feeling helpless here is a tip. 1) Select the EXR mode on the dial. 2) Press the menu/ok button to access the EXR Mode(at the top of the screen) then select D-Range Priority. 3) Then the next step is to select ISO 400. Wow, what a difference!. Please like so other people see this :)

[@gloppy101]

Or set to ISO 100, choose Program, set image quality to Fine. If shooting birds, animals, or stationary objects, use Spot focus. Flowers, or anything close up should be shot in Macro or Super Macro (don't forget to turn it off). Great little cameras.

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@cubeproduktion 5D Mark II with Zeiss ZE lenses.

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@SquirrelFromGradLife That will help, but in winds like the ones we were dealing with, wind noise is still going to be a big problem. Hence... Rode Blimp. Jordan @ The Camera Store

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@TheSupasimon We wanted a zoom lens that would give a 720mm field on full frame. There's only one lens that does that. The point of the video was to disregard crop factors and show you what a real 720+mm lens looks like. Jordan @ The Camera Store

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@JeddahTechKid Actually, the Fuji HS20 is not a DSLR. A DSLR has an optical viewfinder (the HS20's is electronic), and a much larger sensor. Thanks for wathcing. Jordan@ The Camera Store

[@TechInspected]

These comparisons are seriously awesome. Keep it up sirs!

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@alecsgsx You're absolutely right! In the future we will make sure to have a few pints before we make our videos...

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@jdoo2100 Yup. Jordan @ The Camera Store TV

[@JB.Creative]

everybody watchout he has a rocket launcher

[@aprogress2374]

LOL yeah

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@Tucabert We did. Jordan @ The Camera Store

[@jonathanbain14]

yes, and as expected, the image quality from a d700 would mop the floor with the fuji, you couldn't print the shots coming off a fuji. you could make posters from a d700

[@purplemutantas]

I have never used a compact superzoom. But I have used a DSLR for a decade or so. A big downside I can see to superzooms is that you can't remove the lens. I like being able to change lenses on my DSLR. Not that long ago I picked up a Holga lens. You can do that with a point and shoot. I also recently got a new Nikon DSLR body. It's nice that I can use it with the lenses I already own. The other nice thing is that since the lens and body are separate; I am not screwed if one breaks. If the body breaks I switch to my backup body while the other is being fixed. Same with lenses.

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[@kolemsietoczyy]

is in fuji hs20 digital zoom?

[@120773soto]

It's actually a really helpful review for beginers like me... Ended up buying the HS20EXR for the same reasons mentioned in the video. Thanks for the help and stay off the booze:)

[@CornerFrenchBistro]

What did you use to shoot/edit this video? It really has a great look, especially the opening shot.

[@medsrx1981]

Great vid guys. Funny stuff. Even if many on the webz are too dense to figure out that this was obviously meant to be humorous and show folks what can be done with a good super zoom bridge model.

[@AgnostosGnostos]

The full frame Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6 is a very special and unique lens. It weighs nearly 6Kg. Under sunlight and when you are not interested for shallow depth of field, cameras with very small sensors permit zoom lenses with extremely large focal length range like the Fujifilm HS20 or the Nikon P900 or the recent Nikon P1000 which can reach 3000mm (35mm equivalent) focal length. However there is a catch. With poor lighting all small sensors suffer from high ISO noise. Digital processing inside the camera can fix a little the noise but usually the photo becomes soft. Also with very small sensors the shallow depth of field is impossible. Shallow depth of field and very low image noise are highly important in professional photography and differentiates amateur photos from professional ones.

[@CornerFrenchBistro]

Thanks for the reply. A little out of my price range, but now I see what all the fuss has been about that camera.

[@da1uth]

@TheCameraStoreTV And I am glad you did. Becasue thats exactly what a lot of people do in their heads before buying either.

[@NormSpupsEntertainment]

beautiful lens guys! the video is so vibrant with colour!!!!!!!!!!!

[@dcg1976]

I almost s!% myself every time he sat that Sigma lens on bare ground.

[@andreamulder1961]

That is why he has a lens hood on it.

[@dcg1976]

You're right, if one can't be bothered to carry a hand towel in their back pocket why not just lay that thing down in gavel, dirt or on concrete? There's no practical difference between a lens hood and a kickstand.

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

If you want a 30X zoom in a small camera, its going to have a small sensor. A small sensor means large depth of field. If you were looking for shallow depth of field, a DSLR or mirrorless camera is the way to go. But I'd still say Fuji makes the best superzooms.

[@avallonmist]

I thoroughly enjoyed that video. I have 3 ??s 1. What would you use that huge lens for? 2. How much did the [big] lens actually weigh? 3. What is the zoom range on the big lens [if you said it, then I just missed it]. I also liked the quality of the video itself and the interaction between you two is relaxed and [seemingly] unrehearsed or wooden. Looking forward to watching more of your vids. Thanks for a fun and informative post. b/b)O(

[@stanosijek]

How smooth the manual zooming is on the HS20 compared to a DSLR with any kit lens?

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If Fuji added a full frame or APS-C sized sensor and maintained this enormous zoom range, the camera would slightly larger than the average tween. Jordan @ The Camera Store TV

[@LouisFerreira]

@TheCameraStoreTV You can put a 3rd party lens on the GH2 or use the 100(200)-300(600)mm, which is pretty close. The 100-300mm is an amazingly small lens for it's range and quality.

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@wwotin 5D Mark II with Zeiss ZE lenses.

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@stanosijek It is not as smooth as a DSLR lens, but I still find it much more intuitive than a waggly rocker on the shutter. Jordan @ The Camera Store

[@NikhilMohan9]

amazing balance of contrast and brightness! gives that film look..

[@ryanthomas9306]

Holy crap it's young Jordan

[@Zeroxidy]

God, the Fuji HS20EXR really is a beauty, and the features shown in this video and many others speak for itself. Can't wait to get my hands on one, hehe.

[@koliberk]

@TheCameraStoreTV perfect, can't wait to see it, thanks

[@editedbyfailure]

@rose10100 camera with interchangable lenses and a reflex mirror behind the lens allowing the use of an optical viewfinder

[@aeiq1219]

@Lynxtpm Thanks for the tip, but the HS20 is now 16MP and HS10 is only 10MP so I would think that should make it with better quality. I'm actually a fan of Fujifilm cameras so I was very disappointed with its image quality, just not what I expected for $450. I hope they keep improving but for now I'm using a Nikon D3100 and so far is as good as advertised. Overall I'm not knocking the camera, just not made for me.

[@somesillysap]

Do all Fuji zooms lose the sound when you zoom, or make loud motor noises?.. when I bought my SX30 the Fuji I looked at was manual zoom and the ring was tight for adjusting, the SX30 was an easy choice at the time. Like I said in another comment I will be waiting to check out the SX50HS before I buy another camera. I do love the color the Fuji produces, Ive always thought they were a great camera for the money.

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@GlobalDanzer Certainly we weren't. Jordan @ The Camera Store

[@JacosVonJacos]

Just had to say this made me laugh out loud. I was in tears.Great video guys!

[@mentaltrainingeich]

If Fuji will bring a HS20EXR with 1" Sensor....I will buy it immediately ;-)

[@music1900jbp]

This is an interesting comparison, but quite deceptive to those who don't know better. Obviously a lightweight compact zoom compared to Nikon's big lens is going to have a "carry around" advantage. But who in their right mind would not use a tripod with a large lens? A few importan things were omitted in the image comarison test: ISO, f/stop, manual v. Auto settings, focus mode, noise reduction settings, image quality settings and whether the images are JPEG or RAW.

[@m22rdy]

Im considering the HS30 against the HX200V, what would you reckon is the better super zoom camera? Both are ranging around the £400 mark but i'm undecided and definitely ready to buy.

[@corriamo]

what I don't get to know about HS20, in video mode I mean, if it is possible to make manual focusing or memorize a single point of focusing, I repeat in video mode, by the help of a single button in and out manual focusing or it should be made by menù and much more important for me is to know if it is possible to make manual exposition so if I record a video of a human person in front of a white wall well the person could appear underexposit and so I want a way to correct the face exposition

[@gogetter37]

Hello Chris, I want to get a new camera, I've been looking at the Fuji hs50exr and the cannon sx50hs. I love how you do your test reviews. Christ is it possible for you and Dave to take these two camera's out for a test? I've owned two other point and shoot Fuji camera before,I want to upgrade and would love to now which one is the best.

[@kanehi]

I have a Canon SX1IS and it's very versatile camera with a long zoom range. I have a Canon dSLR also which I have trouble adjusting the exposure due to multiple steps which results in missed shots. Each does have it's own advantages.

[@fluoridekid]

I bought the Fuji HS20 exr last year and found it to be an amazing camera for the price here in the UK. It's brimming with a massive variety of tools to help you get the very best from your photographs. The results would be very hard to beat, even with a DSLR. Photography is subjective anyway and I can see from my results that it delivers much more than you could expect from a camera at this price. Ultimately, it's all down to the skills of the photographer, so go for it

[@mogearz]

im just getting started and i was wondering if u would recommend the hs20 for sports like drag racing and paintball thanks and great video :)

[@viel.anthony]

I own a Fuji S200EXR and I wanted if the upgrade to the HS20 is worth it? I like how bridges can do many things without having to carry around 2-3 lenses. What kind of upgrade should I look for in the bridge departement for between 400 and 600 and what kind of stretch would I have to handle to go with a fair DSLR but not broke? Thanks!

[@photographerjonathan]

enjoyed the video, so what is the best super zoom camera to buy ? the fuji looks good, but is it better than the Sony or Canon or Panasonic ? whats the best all around super zoom ?

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@CookieeMonster1988 Same lens and housing, just different screen and sensor.

[@OpaNa69]

Very good reflector job and color balance in the video !!!!! )))))

[@ewensoley1324]

Great video, and WOW that was a bazooka of a lens, but given the price of the fuji, an entry level dslr with a cheap 70-300 would probably have been a better comparison. Keep up the good work guys, love your videos.

[@alexlanza79]

The HS20 is a lot less define in my eyes, but still pretty good for the kind of camera and of course the portability and zoom range is a big plus! It can meet a lot of people's expectations! I'd love to see a print out of the HS20 though to see the "real" real quality!

[@ShawnyShine]

What camera did you use to shoot this video with ? Did you use lighting too ? It really looks great. Please respond . Thanks ...

[@music1900jbp]

The best image quality for the HS20EXR may be found "outside" of the Auto settings and by setting the AF mode to "center." I've found that the high sharpness and high noise reductions settings work well together as they tend to preserve detail and control digital aritfacts. Using the viewfinder instead of the LCD screen to focus and take pictures also ensures high image quality. The HS20EXR is a very good MP per $ value.

[@G2thesecondpower]

I know this is a four year old comment, but I'm glad I found it! I just got the HS20 used at a pawn shop for a buck twenty! I'm no pro, so it's a great camera for me-- and personally, I think it takes mostly beautiful shots. I've had it in low light morning forest conditions, shooting in auto focus (yep, total noob) and my pictures have come out beautifully. In any case, I'm glad I scrolled past all the wankers--I've copied your comment in to Google Keep and I'm going to experiment tomorrow.

[@WhenTheSunGoesBlack]

You guys convinced me to get the HS20EXR, thank you very much!

[@nickrolfe69]

Getting a HS20 EXR on Monday, well impressed with what I've seen

[@ebeneezagood]

what camera r u using to film the vid. looks really good

[@somesillysap]

SX 50HS is due out in October, 50x lens, Cmos, Raw... Im waiting to see that before I upgrade and im buying a Sony R100 for my pocket tomorrow.

[@WoodlandCreation]

In terms of price, convenience and practicality, fuji makes some excellent bridge cameras that can meet the needs of beginners and hobbyists. I used one of them before making the switch to DSLR and for the price it wouldn't be possible to have a better camera. They aren't the be all and end all, but they certainly have a place on the shelves.

[@lindalovealisa]

Love my Fuji,totally agree with the video. I've been with other photographers with the bigger fancier cameras..wont say my shots are better, but pretty darn close. :) What I am writing about is I've been hearing about "tube adaptors". I've checked on the web can't find info. Will these adaptors work on the fuji HS10?

[@according206]

Rofl @ the comparison. I really like your videos. I used to watch digitalrev tv all he time but they are not really informative anymore so this is awesome! Though I would never give up my D700. It is the BEST dslr I have ever owned.

[@charlesward6923]

Here Here Davey. You are spot on , well done for putting to bed some of this crap that sprouts up here. This Fuji S/ Zooms are incredible and at what ? $300 UNREAL. Take a step back in time to say 5 years ago, there wasnt a camera on the Market that could produce images this sweet. I still have my D2x and the Fuji CAN hold a camera to that even. The Fuji has GOOD glass and thats the KEY to ANY good shot , forget everything else the GLASS is the ONLY true factor !

[@LasstUnsSpielen]

haha Jordan looks so young :DD great to see the difference and: jeeez iam watching this youtube channel for soo long now...

[@camaroblackmatte]

what to say.... this review its just beautiful...such professionalism...I wanna see more I'll buy a dslr cause I wanna build some muscles :)).......that bridgecamera ain't that bad as other reviewers tell, good for easy-to-cary and fast transitions through focal lenght... good light and dustfree on your cameras !

[@Lynxtpm]

@aeiq1219 I just bought the Fuji HS10 about a month ago. It has better image quality than the HS20(no noise up to ISO800), but it is no where close to a DSLR, but it's good enough. The video: If you use manual focus during video mode you can avoid the tiking noise. On bright days, outdoors just turn to manual focus and put on infinit if you are not close to anything you want to record. The thing is these cameras are made for versatility and decent but not great image quality.

[@minhducscholars]

@TheCameraStoreTV What about maximum aperture. Could the fuji shoot in door?

[@powdersprings30127]

A lot of people are reporting "overheating" issues with this camera where after taking numerous shots or a few minutes of video the camera gives a high heat warning on screen and they have to shut it off for a couple of minutes. Did this happen at all during the tests?

[@rezendeluiz1]

Hi Jordan!!! Please answer me. I can take professional pictures quality with this camera?? I can do good works with hs20??? Tanks!!!!

[@DaMatta11]

@sonofthedestroyer Yes there are a real difference, the sharpness of the images you get.

[@sTeVie4TV]

Its a great Ad for the camera you shot it on...and the mic.

[@glaekenFP]

I'm heading to Fuji HS30 or XS1 after had Canon SX1 and Panasonic FZ100 which is the best choice?

[@meanstreak1977]

What camera and audio equipment did you make this video with?

[@gabyshor]

hi! what camera did you use to shoot this video? very nice!

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

Canon 5D MK II.

[@eduardopradana]

+TheCameraStoreTV hey, i'm more interested in what lens did you use for that intro, it looks awesome!

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

Zeiss ZE 35mm F2.

[@tumtum821]

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[@mpc1209]

@TheCameraStoreTV Is that the Canon EOS with 21.1MP? :)

[@nocaster9]

Which camera do you use for the video ?? and... Nice toys guys ! :)

[@jtm022690]

I recently bought the Fuji hs35exr as a entry camera since im new in photography it takes very good photos but it seems a bit noisy any tips?

[@AndreRiggins]

how quick is the auto focus of the fuji? i have a finepix s2950. I'm pretty happy with it, but it's af is too slow. I hear the image quality with the fuji is amazing. true?

[@5800junker]

I know this is an old video but im thinking about buying the HS20 as a starter cause it's very affordable here $500 is it worth it? Im in Sri Lanka so products are generally over priced.

[@Trollberg60north]

Hi, no problem - did you find it made a difference?.

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

@jaimico777 I shot it with a 5D Mark II.

[@G2thesecondpower]

Ha! Just picked up a Fujifilm HS20 at a pawn shop for a $120 bucks! It's a fantastic camera. I'm just learning, and I spent the morning taking pictures of our snow and frost covered landscape here in BC. Beautiful shots. I could not catch a flying eagle, but...eh, whadda ya want for $120 bucks. Best buck twenty I think I ever spent. I love the wide lens.

[@iAppleseedy]

Great Cinematography skills.