Fujifilm cameras have been pretty spectacular. The company has introduced models that cater to the varying needs of photographers. Amidst the many X series cameras, there is one that stood out for those who need a professional point-and-shoot: the X70. If you are someone who is looking to purchase a fixed-lens device, here is a look at why this model is an important buy today.
Best Ergonomics
The Fujifilm X70 is a point-and-shoot that offers a nice pocket-size fit that will rarely leave your hands. The camera has a nice grip, a small lens, and multiple dials at the top. There is also a giant LCD for you to shoot from. Similarly, there is very little to complain about the build quality. It feels nice in your hands, you can shoot long hours, and it overall has a nice, simple design. There is also an auto mode that makes the device easy to use. As we expressed in our review, “When it comes to shooting, you’ll worry about the shutter speed and aperture, and every now and then you may adjust the ISO, or you may set it to auto and just shoot in aperture priority.”
Best Image Quality
The camera houses an APS-C sensor and a 28mm equivalent lens, which makes it ideal for varied genres of photography. Despite the wide-angle lens, you will get some bokeh if you are close to the subject. The distortion, too, is quite minimal. Moreover, you can do a lot with the colors as well. The image above was rendered with Velvia film simulation, and you get some nice punchy colors to work with. Speaking about JPEG, we added, “The Fujifilm X70’s JPEG quality straight from the camera is very, very good. It won’t give me the files that I personally truly want—but neither will Fujifilm’s renderings. However, the images look great.” Overall, the photos look stunning, especially once you edit them.
Decent Autofocus
Fujifilm cameras usually have a mixed bag of performance, and that is true in the case of the X70 as well. The focusing points are large, and the camera is speedy when it comes to locking focus. While making them small will be precise, the process will be slower too. Also, during the day, the camera is fast for street photography. But it is better suited for urban geometry. “When the light starts to get lower, you’re bound to create images that are prone to camera shake, but it won’t really matter if you’re not pixel peeping at 100%,” we also explained. However, if you are looking for a device designed for capturing moments, this one won’t bring you down.
Overall, the X70 is an excellent point-and-shoot for photographers today who do not want to carry extra gear. You get a plethora of features, and all this is just for $1000.