Fujifilm FinePix HS10

Pros: - Similar image quality comp w Canon SX10IS and G11. at 100-800 ISO.
- DSLR - like discrete controls to essential funct: WB, AF, AE, ISO.
- Manual zoom.
- B&W histogram before shooting.
- AA - type batt..
- The possi to attach filters and a hood.

Cons: - No external (only built-in) TTL flash capability.
- Slow RAW shot--to-shot times, but not much different than the similarly recorded values offered by other bridge or hyper-zoom cameras.

Summary: An excellent travel and vacation camera.

Updated on May 26, 2010

The mistake many enthusiasts make when judging this camera is to expect DSLR quality due to the higher price.
Absolutely no Point-and-Shoot, "Bridge", or Hyper-Zoom currently available is expected to equal a DSLR, entry level or not, obviously because:
- a DSLR has a much larger sensor;
- a DSLR uses dedicated quality lenses.
The Fujifilm HS10 may be compared only with other cameras in its class. In its class it does very well, and it is a pleasure to use.