Introducing the FinePix S5 ProThe FinePix S5 Pro will stand apart from the crowd by combining the
much sought-after picture quality of Fujifilm's Super CCD SR sensor
with a fully digital and durable professional metal alloy body. With
this superior combination of truly professional handling and image
quality, the FinePix S5 Pro will appeal to a broad range of
professional photographers looking for something more in their D-SLR.
SensorThe ultimate goal in development of Fujifilm's D-SLR cameras has
been to maximise image quality through constant R & D into the
Company's proprietary sensors. With the introduction six years ago of
the acclaimed Super CCD, Fujifilm has moved away from increasing the
pixel density in favour of image quality developments that increase the
overall performance of the sensor. The FinePix S5 Pro will
see the refinement of a winning formula – Fujifilm's Super CCD SR II
will be updated to the new Super CCD SR Pro. Using a unique layout of
twelve million paired photodiodes (6.17 million larger 'S' photodiodes
for main image information, combined with 6.17 million smaller 'R'
photodiodes for bright area information), the S5 Pro will deliver
improvements in noise, dynamic range, colour and tonality. Further
improving the capability of the sensor, a new, improved low-pass filter
will ensure that moiré and noise are kept to an absolute minimum. Fuji
technicians believe improvements in these key areas will be of more
true value to professional photographers – the challenge is quality of
information, not quantity of information.
Image Quality
The redesigned Super CCD SR Pro sensor will be at the centre of the
camera's performance. However, the new Real Photo Processor Pro will
ensure that the information is handled in such a way to produce images
that are beautifully vibrant, with colour recorded as the human eye
sees it. The processor's two stages of noise reduction will deliver an
impeccably clean image, and also permit light sensitivity up to ISO
3200 whilst achieving sharp, low-noise images. A new dark noise
reduction process, subtracting the residual, ambient noise on the
sensor from the actual exposure, helps the camera produce smooth, clean
images even when long shutter speeds are used.
Camera BodyWith its predecessor achieving recognition for its excellent
ergonomics, the FinePix S5 Pro will take the system into a different
league, using a tough, professional magnesium alloy shell. With
weatherproof seals, and first-rate design, the S5 Pro will be a camera
truly deserving of the term 'workhorse', equally at home in the studio
as on a nature assignment in a humid rainforest. The camera's shutter
mechanism will be testament to its durability, as it has been tested to
exceed the key benchmark of 100,000 cycles.
Dynamic RangeThe FinePix S5 Pro will also afford the user much greater control over
the unique image parameters that its technology provides. Six stepped
dynamic range settings between 100% (normal dynamic range) and 400%
(dynamic range expanded by two stops), will enable the photographer to
achieve exactly the tonal feel to their images that they want. In
addition, three distinct settings for the 'negative film' preset option
will further enhance the customisable nature of the camera, giving
portrait photographers precisely the 'look' that they wish to create.
D-TTL Flash Exposure Metering SystemD-TTL Flash Exposure Metering System: photographers can take advantage
of a host of creative options, and achieve outstanding results with all
Nikon compatible Speedlights.
Face Detection Technology
At the push of a button, the FinePix S5 Pro's Face Detection Technology
detects up to ten faces in a scene immediately after each image is
captured. Photographers can zoom in and confirm facial detail, whether
eyes are open or closed, focus and exposure on the FinePix S5 Pro's LCD
monitor.
Image Processing and Quality- Real Photo Technology Pro, which combines the Super CCD SR
Pro and the RP (Real Photo) Processor Pro, allows for greater dynamic
range with smoother tonality from highlight to shadow
- The improved Super CCD SR Pro features an optimised low-pass filter to reduce noise and minimise moiré
- The
newly developed RP Processor Pro features two cycles of noise reduction
which enables photographers to take images at even higher sensitivities
(ISO 100 to ISO 3200) with visibly reduced noise
Greater Flexibility to Control Colour and Dynamic Range
- Photographers can choose from AUTOMATIC and six
preprogrammed ranges, 100%STD, 130%, 170%, 230%W1, 300% and 400%W2),
for greater creative control over the FinePix S5 Pro's expanded dynamic
range.
- For improved reproduction of natural skin tones,
three new variations of the original film simulation mode (F1) have
been added (five modes in total)
Other Camera Functions and Features- Nikon F-mount compatibility for all functionality with all Nikkor AF-D/G and the latest AF-S optics
- RAW+ jpeg (4,256 x 2,848 pixels, 3,024 x 2,016 pixels, 2,304 x 1,536 pixels) dual-save mode
- Mac and PC supported tethered shooting mode via USB 2.0 port and optional Hyper Utility software
- Robust lightweight magnesium-alloy body with moisture- and dust-proof seals
- Durable shutter unit stands up to approximately 100,000 cycles
- Adoption of high-precision i-TTL flash control
- 11-point AF sensor with faster auto focusing than the FinePix S3 Pro
- Supports 1/3, 1/2, and 1 stop lens aperture control
- Shutter speed 30 sec. to 1/8000 sec, maximum flash sync speed of 1/250 sec.
- 3 levels of custom function locking with password protection
- 2.5
inch LCD with 235,000 pixels, gives 100% frame coverage. Colour and
monochromatic 30 seconds live view function to check focusing
- Li-ion rechargeable battery
- Compact Flash (CF) Card (Type I/II) and Microdrive compatible
