Our verdict
Ironically, one of the challenges for the bridge camera genre stems from the fact that they look like digital SLRs, so some people expect DSLR-like performance from them. The Fujifilm FinePix HS10 is one of the best, if not the best bridge camera I have used, but it cannot match a DSLR for performance.
It can be frustrating trying to shoot a tightly composed wildlife image and discover that the lens doesn’t immediately snap into focus, but sharp, detailed results are possible at the lower sensitivity settings. It is clear that Fujifilm has made some headway with noise minimisation and reduction as low-to mid-sensitivity-level images make pleasant A3 prints. The Motion Panorama and Motion Remover modes are far from perfect, but they are a good start.
