Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro

Legendary Super CCD dynamic range for portraits

Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 15
Durability 17
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Fujifilm
Model FFS5P

Key Features

SENSOR Super CCD SR II, APS-C size, 6.17 effective megapixels (12.3MP output)
PROCESSOR Real Photo Processor Pro for high dynamic range
AUTOFOCUS 11-point Multi-CAM 1000 AF system
PHASE DETECTION Dedicated phase detection AF sensor module
VIDEO No video recording capability
STABILIZATION None (relies on lens-based stabilization)
BURST RATE 3 frames per second, up to 9 frames
VIEWFINDER Optical pentaprism, 95% coverage, 0.94x magnification
DISPLAY 2.5-inch TFT LCD, 230,000 dots, fixed
CONNECTIVITY USB 2.0, Video Out, PC Sync terminal
MEMORY CARD Single CompactFlash (Type I/II) slot
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy body with extensive weather sealing
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 450 shots per charge (NP-150)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via lens ring or command dial
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via command dial
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✓ Present
Video Record Button ✗ Not Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro

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Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro

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Technical Specification

Sensor Super CCD SR II
Resolution 6.17 MP (12.3 MP output)
ISO Range 100-3200
Autofocus 11-point TTL phase detection
Shutter Speed 30s to 1/8000s
Burst Rate 3 fps
Video None
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Optical Pentaprism
LCD 2.5-inch 230k-dot
Memory Card CompactFlash (Type I/II)
Connectivity USB 2.0, PC Sync
Battery Life 450 shots
Weight 830g
Dimensions 147 x 113 x 74 mm