Amazon.com: Customer reviews: Fujifilm X-S10 Mirrorless Digital Camera XF16-80mm Lens Kit

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Great Camera, excellent video. Poor damage protection in the shipping box.

Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2022

The Pros: This is a U.S. market camera with Fuji battery, U.S. warranty card. Other sellers have tried to sell grey market varieties with generic battery, in house warranty. Beware sellers with forked tongue.

I ordered it with a $5 charge for receiving a day early as we were going on a trip. Arrived exactly as promised. The Bad: The packaging was poor with a 50% larger box than necessary and with only two inflated wrappers so the camera box was free to rattle around inside the box. When I took the shipping box out of the mailbox, i was shocked how loose the camera was inside the container.

I have probably smaller hands than usual so the compact size of the X-S10 is absolutely perfect. I moved up from a Pentax K-X and the X-S10 is slightly smaller than the Pentax. I do have a slight problem with the on off switch on the top. It's small and I still have to think about it when I turn it on if I'm in a hurry.

The X-S10 takes great photos out of the box so until you get used to the camera, wait a bit before making changes. All the online reviews are spot on so the only thing you have to do is get used to Fuji's new way of controlling all the functions. Pretty easy learning curve but I have to frequently check the manuSince I'm right handed, the grip fits my hand really well and gives the camera even with a telephoto lens, a secure feeling. If you mount a manual lens, the camera won't shoot until you go into the menu and allow it to shop without a lens mounted. It's hard to find in the menus but go on YouTube and watch the video. al for help.

I purchased an aftermarket prime lens as the 23mm from Fuji cost almost as much as the camera. Read and watch all the reviews before purchasing.

Battery was a bit low so needed charging but the short cord is included. You will need a wall adapter for the USB end but a cell phone 5v plug will work fine. I also purchased a leather bottom shell so the body would not be scratched when I put it down. The brown leather looks great and the fit is perfect.

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Comexs

First look. This is NOT a review.

Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2023

So I just got the camera today and I wanted to write a few things. Note this is my first camera and I have almost no idea what is going on. Don't look at the rating since for now it is a place holder until I know how to use it.

The firmware is up to day both on the body and the lens. The body's last update was 3.01 which was released on 06.15.2023 so 4ish month ago and the lens last update was 3.24 which was released on 09.29.2022 so a year and week ago.

The lens cover has some stains as you can see in the first photo. I have tried cleaning it off but it did nothing. Other then the lens cap stains I haven't notices any other problems.

I took a few photos without changing the ISO or the shutter speed since I have no idea how to do that yet. I also left the camera on auto film simulation for these photos.

I will review the Camera in a month or so when I have time to go out for a photo session.

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El Hefe

Great Camera, excellent video. Poor damage protection in the shipping box.

Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2022

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Luis Bonilla

Top Notch camera - highly recommended

Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2023

Set: BodyVerified Purchase

Solid 5 stars from me. The black color is sleek and goes with everything. It's got that perfect combo of performance and user-friendly vibes. Snappy autofocus, in-body image stabilization – say goodbye to shaky shots! Plus, it's not a pain to carry around. Overall, a top-notch camera that'll make you feel like a pro without the complicated manual.

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jason theofilos

Well done FUJI

Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2021

Set: w/ XF18-55mm Lens KitVerified Purchase

Love this camera.

Picked it up with the 18-55mm lens and it is an amazing kit lens - really impressive IQ.

Also picked up the 16mm f1.4, and they 35mm f2
The 16mm is a magic lens but that's for a different review.

About the camera:

Love the IQ - same sensor as the xt4 and that sensor has stellar reviews.
ibis in a sub $1000 camera... Yes please.
The grip on this thing is so very comfortable, please fuji make more like this.
I do/don't miss the typical fuji dials on the camera. Kinda doesn't "feel" fuji without them HOWEVER I have always enjoyed other dslr PASM style systems and the customization on this camera really allows you to set things up as you like.

Autofocus. It's not sony. It works well but others have done it better. Lens makes a difference for sure.

As for WR. I have never been thoroughly convinced that anything with such a large whole in the front can be adequately sealed even with a gasket or o-ring. Nevermind telescoping lenses and air stabilization required for such. I have rain sleeves 7$-ish. If it's raining I put one on any camera WR or not, same with sandy conditions. It's nice for peace of mind but I would not base a buying decision upon it. FYI (like most electronics with WR) no manufacturer covers water intrusion.

Biggest con is battery life. These batteries go quick. I've purchased 3 additional out the gate and will probably get more.

I wish that it took UHS II cards. I wish it had a slot for two cards. I wish it had a larger buffer size. I wish it took 4k60. But thats why this is not the flagship model. For what you get for the price, this thing is amazing.

Completely satisfied with my purchase.

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JAD

Best Mirrorless Camera for Travel

Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2021

Set: BodyVerified Purchase

Evaluated 5 cameras for picture quality, build, ergonomics, and feature set and the X-S10 came out on top for best all-rounder travel shooter for the best price. I needed a versatile camera for my travel trips to shoot a wide variety of subjects; landscapes, architecture, night scenes, street scenes, and portraits on locations. Did a fair amount of research and tested two four-thirds, two APS-C, one full frame and one compact with 1” sensor cameras and took each one of them on a couple of day trips to see how they handled, sometimes side by side. Used various zoom lenses around 14-135 (versatile range for travel). It has reasonable video capabilities but that’s not what I purchased or use it most for. Here’s why the S10 came out on top.

1. Great image quality. I prefer the Fuji hues. The option to change color science comes in handy for different subjects. Sharp picture. No noise and good ISO performance in low light. I don’t like using flash and some of the twilight and low light subsection came out great.
2. Image stabilization. The OIS and IBIS work very well together. Practically eliminate shake effects. And provide those extra f-stops whe your need it.
3. Solid build and ergonomics. Lightweight, compact and very easy access to all the controls. Everything is well placed and you can customize the dials and buttons for parameters you routinely use or want to manage. It’s small and feels more like a rangefinder style camera in your hand. Menu is easy to learn and work with.
4. Fast focus. It’s not the fastest focus. The Sonys I tested rocked in this area but the S10 does a good job keeping up with a variety of subjects for travel situations. It has plenty of options to work with.
5. Wireless picture transfer. Process is easy to use and reliable. It’s quick to access and you can have your pic ready to share on your phone in a couple of mins.
6. Value. You can’t beat the value of resolution and feature set (including IBIS) and compact design for the price. The Sony 6600 is comparable but the poor menu management and lack of touch interaction and the poor implementation of wireless transfer make it a poor contender in this class.

Got the body and purchased a XF 14-135 Fujinon (versatile range for most shots and good lighting). Took it to Europe for 10 days and it performed very well. Very easy to travel with - easy to grab and get the shot every time. Battery life is decent. Had to have a second one on hand to get through a days worth of shooting. This one’s a keeper.

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Katie Hayes

Good Product

Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2024

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It's a good product

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Shelly Abraham

Compact Hybrid Beast

Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2021

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I originally got the Fuji XT200 to start my photo/video journey. Then I saw the XT4 and got a case of shiny object syndrome. The XS10 came out and was essentially a mini XT4, so I returned the XT200. I have zero regrets! The image quality is awesome and IBIS is awesome to have for lenses that are not optically stabilized. I love Fuji’s color science and Camera design. The grip on this thing is amazing. The button and menu layout is pretty intuitive too. Autofocus is really good despite not being Sony level. 30 minute record time is pretty good for my needs right now, but I wouldn’t mind Fuji developing a camera with an unlimited record time. I think the only area Fuji needs to improve is providing lenses that are more optimized for video work. All that being said, this camera is a fantastic value and gets so many things right. I would recommend this to anyone getting into Fuji.

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J. Ramey

Love this camera

Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2021

Set: w/XF16-80mm Lens KitVerified Purchase

My first Fujifilm was the X100. Then I bought an X100S. And now I also have the XS10. Needless to say, I love Fujifilm cameras, so this review might be slightly biased, but it will be honest.

Coming from other X series of cameras and used to the dial modes on them, the new change to the PASM dial was a bit of a learning curve to me. But, after a bit, I finally got the hang of it. After much use, I still think I prefer the traditional dials that Fuji is known for. However the quality of the camera makes me forget about that.

Pros:
1. Small format and large grip. Even with the large grip, and having large hands, there’s plenty room for changing out lenses.
2 Flip screen is awesome. Really helps change perspectives and getting different angled shots.
3. Solid, and I do mean solid, build quality.
4. Lightweight
5. Has a ton of film simulations and descriptions of each.
5. Still has classic Fuji look.
6. Anybody looking to switch from other manufacturers will love it as they’ll be used to the PASM controls
7. Image Stabilization
8. Auto focus is fast
9. Touch screen is easy to set up and highly customizable
10. Etc etc. Just tons of pros.
11. Excellent as well for vloggers and video quality

Cons:
1. The new PASM dial. Though, it’s not necessarily a con, just personal preference of liking the other Fuji dial system better. However, a pro to this con, this system will definitely attract more Fuji lovers that might want to switch from Canon, Nikon, Sony, etc. that are already used to the PASM dial controls.
2. Battery life. The battery life isn’t the best. But if you make a few changes in the menu, it lasts much longer. IE, auto shut off at 30 seconds, turning Bluetooth off and sounds off, etc. On single still image shot scenario, I got around 350-ish shots on a single battery.
3. Low light auto focus isn’t that fast at all. Just learn to work with your light.

Overall, I love this camera. Quality build, sharp pics, easy to use. Also, Wasabi Power makes great batteries and chargers. I highly suggest those.

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Danisoid

Excellent with Caveat

Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2021

Set: BodyVerified Purchase

I am a Fuji enthusiast who owns a X-T3 that followed a X-T1 & X-T2, in addition to a large collection of Nikon SLR bodies and one D700. So my venture into smaller bodies is not new. I really wanted to try this one without too much expectations though - I am 6 feet tall with large hands.
After quickly unpacking that camera - there is not much in the package either, I was positively surprised by the grip that fits my hand very well and gave me a great feeling of safety, which I have never had with my X-T3 for which I had to buy a battery pack and a Meike extended grip. So, good positive vibes from the beginning. I also quickly loved the PASM that works like a classic one and provide 4 custom settings which I find a terrific idea. I do not do video yet, so what comes next is for still photography.
Now for the pros:
- Small, light body with great grip. Feels sturdy in hand. Ideal to travel and won't require a large bag.
- PASM is great, especially for those used to DSLR bodies. 4 Custom settings are fantastic.
- Image quality matches the X-T3 and probably the X-T4 (which I won't buy anymore)
- IBIS is terrific
- Full flipping LCD allows storing that camera in a busy bag and protect the LCD.
- Touch screen works great and deactivates when you look through the EVF.
- Q menu and ISO buttons can be easily reached while looking into the EVF.
- Joystick is in a good position.
- ON/OFF switch is great. It won't be easily switched on while in your bag like with the X-T3
- Good feel of the dials
- Flip screen is great for Video
- Autofocus works great but continuous tracking and eye detection are still a work in progress. That said eye detection seems to work better than on my X-T3 despite the most recent upgrade.
- Can use same batteries with X-T3 and X-S10
- Will be there when I attempt some video and vlogging.

For the Cons:
- I understand that this camera is not WR, however I would not bet my life on the doors and latches which feels really flimsy. Obviously do not bring that body in an Amazonian or Himalayan trip where humidity and shocks are not your friends.
- Only one Function Button may be a limitation for some. You can customize the Q menu though.
- Menu and Display buttons are too flushed to get a good feel while not looking at them. I found the AF-ON weird and do not use it.
- Small flash and lens hood is a no-go.
- You can charge the camera with the USB cable, but you cannot transfer pics to a desktop or laptop with it. That surprised me because even cell phone can do this. I do not configure wi-fi or Bluetooth because of the power consumption and the configuration I would need on the desktop. Furthermore, regularly extracting the SD card means working the battery door which feels quite flimsy to me.
- You cannot invert the role of the front and rear dials. I do not like the real dial for Exposure Compensation only. I use that function all the time on my X-T3 which uses the front dial, and my thumb does not feel in the right place to use it on the S10.

The Not a Big Deal issues:
- The EVF is small, but usable.
- I thought a flipping screen would be an advantage but I think the X-T3 screen motion while more limited, makes more sense for still photography.
- The room for your fingers gets tied with the 55-200mm
- Left top dial has limited to none configuration.
- Battery life is not extraordinary. I got between 300 to 350 shots per charge estimated.
- Price is a little high for a non WR body

All that to say that I love the small format and the capabilities, and will keep that camera as my casual, family and short travel tool. I am sure that Fuji will address some of the issues in future upgrades.
I do not intend to buy a X-T4 because this body and my X-T3 are a good combo for more serious photography, video and travel.
I think Fuji did a good move with this body as it is a perfect companion for the rest of the catalog.

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