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Fujifilm FinePix HS25EXR Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Sensor size:1/2"Weight:730 gBattery life (CIPA):350 shots

Fujifilm FinePix HS25EXR Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.8

Overall score

Score
4.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

90%

4.8

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 66% of cameras
4.8

Technical score

Technical score
4.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

28%

4.7

Sensor & Image

25%

5.5

Photo Features

18%

4.5

Video & Audio

14%

4.6

Display & Design

8%

5.5

Battery & Power

7%

2.7

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 58% of cameras
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Technical Specifications of camera Fujifilm FinePix HS25EXR

Technical score
Technical score
4.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components:

28%

4.7

Sensor & Image

25%

5.5

Photo Features

18%

4.5

Video & Audio

14%

4.6

Display & Design

8%

5.5

Battery & Power

7%

2.7

Connectivity & Storage

4.8
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Fujifilm FinePix HS25EXR has a popularity score of 1, which is lower than 51.3% of cameras.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components:

60%

4.8

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

6.3
Sensor size
1/2"
Sensor size
1/2"
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2"; it is smaller than the sensor in 59.9% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 0.5% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
16 MP
Main camera megapixels
16 MP
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 16 MP, which is lower than that of 61.9% of cameras and equal to that of 10.1% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.39 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.39 µm
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.39 µm, which are smaller than those in 73.3% of cameras and the same size as those in 0.5% of cameras.
Base ISO
100
Base ISO
100
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 100 which is higher than that of 19.9% of cameras and equal to that of 52.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 3200 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 3,200
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 3,200, which is lower than that of 62.9% of cameras and equal to that of 22.7% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
49
N. of focus points
49
â–² Better than 61% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 49 focus points, more than the number offered by 60.7% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 8% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1920 px
Max video resolution
1920 px
â–² Better than 29% of models
This camera supports 1920 px video recording which is higher quality than that of 28.7% of cameras and equal to that of 47.1% of cameras.
Video bitrate
14 Mbps
Video bitrate
14 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 14 Mbps which is lower than that of 85.9% of cameras and equal to that of 2.4% of cameras.
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
H.264
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Type
bridge
Weight
730 g
Weight
730 g
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 730 g which is heavier than 85.2% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.3% of cameras.
Width
130.6 mm
Width
130.6 mm
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 130.6 mm which is wider than 73.8% of cameras and equal to that of 0.1% of cameras.
Height
90.7 mm
Height
90.7 mm
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 90.7 mm which is taller than 67.6% of cameras and equal to that of 0.2% of cameras.
Thickness
126 mm
Thickness
126 mm
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 126 mm which is thicker than 97.8% of cameras and equal to that of 0.2% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
350 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
350 shots
â–² Better than 55% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 350 shots, which is longer than that of 54.5% of cameras and equal to that of 5% of cameras.
700 with lithium AA.
Battery capacity
N/A
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
Uses 4x AA batteries.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Fujifilm FinePix HS25EXR vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • In-body stabilization
    Sensor-shift stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This camera supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    electronic
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    electronic vs none
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    Slow-motion video
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This camera supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
    Supports up to 320 fps high-speed video.
  • 2.3 fps faster mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    8 fps
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a faster mechanical burst than the average camera (8 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    8 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • 26 more AF points
    N. of focus points
    49
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has more focus points than the average camera (49 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    49 vs 23
  • 0.03 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.025 GB
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.025 GB vs 0 GB
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
    Motion Panorama; 360°
  • 2.64x cheaper
    Fujifilm FinePix HS25EXR is cheaper than the average camera (£110 vs £290).
    £110 vs £290
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    electronic
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    electronic vs none
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
  • In-body stabilization
    Sensor-shift stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This camera supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
  • 2.3 fps faster mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    8 fps
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a faster mechanical burst than the average camera (8 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    8 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • 26 more AF points
    N. of focus points
    49
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has more focus points than the average camera (49 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    49 vs 23
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
    Motion Panorama; 360°
  • 4.23x more optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    30 x
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 x – >35 x
    40% more optical zoom: this camera offers 30 x, compared with 7.1 x on the average camera.
    The built-in lens provides 30x optical zoom.
    30 x vs 7.1 x
  • Supports slow-motion video
    Slow-motion video
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This camera supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
    Supports up to 320 fps high-speed video.
  • 0.03 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.025 GB
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.025 GB vs 0 GB
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2"
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2" vs APS-C).
    1/2" vs APS-C
  • 2160000 dots lower EVF resolution
    EVF resolution
    200,000 dots
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <201.6k dots – >5760k dots
    This camera has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (200000 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.
    200000 dots vs 2360000 dots
  • 1.95 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.39 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.4 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.39 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 335 g heavier
    Weight
    730 g
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (730 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    730 g vs 395 g
  • 3 % lower viewfinder coverage
    Viewfinder coverage
    97 %
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >100 %
    This camera has a lower viewfinder coverage than the average camera (97 % vs 100 %). The average camera has viewfinder coverage of 100 %.
    97 % vs 100 %
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 16 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    14 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
    This camera has a lower video bitrate than the average camera (14 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
    14 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
  • 93% less popular
    Fujifilm FinePix HS25EXR is less popular than the average camera (1 vs 1.9).
    1 vs 1.93
  • 2160000 dots lower EVF resolution
    EVF resolution
    200,000 dots
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <201.6k dots – >5760k dots
    This camera has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (200000 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.
    200000 dots vs 2360000 dots
  • 335 g heavier
    Weight
    730 g
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (730 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    730 g vs 395 g
  • 3 % lower viewfinder coverage
    Viewfinder coverage
    97 %
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >100 %
    This camera has a lower viewfinder coverage than the average camera (97 % vs 100 %). The average camera has viewfinder coverage of 100 %.
    97 % vs 100 %
  • 80 mm thicker
    Thickness
    126 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thicker than the average camera (126 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    126 mm vs 46 mm
  • 10.7 mm wider
    Width
    130.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is wider than the average camera (130.6 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    130.6 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 16.8 mm taller body
    Height
    90.7 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is taller than the average camera (90.7 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    90.7 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2"
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2" vs APS-C).
    1/2" vs APS-C
  • 1.95 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.39 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.4 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.39 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    16 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (16 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    16 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 3,200 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    3,200 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (3200 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    3,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 12,500 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    12,800 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (12800 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    Reduced resolution only.
    12,800 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • 1 older
    Release date
    2012
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This camera is older than the average camera (2012 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
    January 2012
    2,012 vs 2,013
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 16 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    14 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
    This camera has a lower video bitrate than the average camera (14 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
    14 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
  • Older HDMI version
    HDMI version
    1.3
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This camera uses HDMI 1.3, while the average camera uses HDMI 1.4.
    1.3 vs 1.4

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What we like about Fujifilm FinePix HS25EXR

  • Impressive 30x optical manual zoom that covers a wide focal range (24-720mm)
  • Excellent value for money, often cited as a more affordable bridge camera than entry-level DSLRs
  • Highly versatile with numerous features including 1080p HD video, macro modes, and multiple EXR shooting modes
  • Ergonomic build with a 'pro DSLR' style body and a large, comfortable grip
  • Includes physical controls like a tiltable screen, hot shoe for external flash, and manual focus ring
  • Quick and responsive performance during daytime shooting with effective auto functions

What we don't like about Fujifilm FinePix HS25EXR

  • Significant image quality issues in low light, often resulting in grainy or soft images
  • Small sensor limitations lead to lack of detail when 'pixel peeping' or shooting at full zoom
  • High learning curve due to a bewildering array of settings and complex EXR options
  • Rapid battery drain issues, specifically with standard alkaline AA batteries; high-quality NiMH or Lithium are recommended
  • Lacks RAW file support (unlike the similar HS30EXR model), limiting post-processing flexibility
  • The electronic viewfinder (EVF) and LCD screen sensor can be overly sensitive, occasionally shutting off the display unexpectedly during use

Verdict

The Fujifilm FinePix HS25EXR is a versatile bridge camera featuring a 1/2-inch 16-megapixel BSI EXR CMOS sensor and a powerful 30x manual optical zoom lens (24-720mm equivalent) with a fast f/2.8-5.6 aperture range. It is defined by its DSLR-style handling, including a 3.0-inch tilting LCD, a 200k-dot electronic viewfinder with an eye sensor, and the ability to capture Full HD 1080p video at 30fps. Key pros include its exceptional focal versatility, effective sensor-shift image stabilisation, 1cm Super Macro mode, and a high-speed burst rate of up to 11fps. However, notable cons include the lack of RAW file support, a relatively low-resolution viewfinder compared to the HS30EXR model, and the use of 4 AA batteries, which can be less convenient for some than a dedicated lithium-ion pack.

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