Fujifilm has unveiled the FinePix F80EXR with a 12MP Super CCD EXR sensor. Successor to the F70EXR released last year, the new camera with switchable sensor technology sees the addition of HD video, 10x (27-270mm equiv.) optical zoom lens and a larger 3.0 inch LCD. The camera also features a Pet Detection mode and orientation sensor.  Based on the same award-winning Super CCD EXR switchable sensor technology as its predecessor, the FinePix F80EXR delivers class-leading image quality in a wide variety of shooting conditions.

Key features at a glance:

• NEW Super CCD EXR 1/2” 12 Megapixel switchable sensor
• EXR Priority Modes and EXR Auto Modes
• Fujinon 10x optical zoom (27mm – 270mm)
• NEW 3.0”, 230k dots High Contrast LCD Monitor
• NEW HD Movie Mode (720p) and Micro HDMI Port
• NEW Face Recognition and Image search features
• NEW Pet Detection
• NEW Auto Picture Rotation　
• Underwater mode (Waterproof case for F80EXR available)
• Ultra High sensitivity (up to ISO 12800 at 3 MP Resolution)
• Up to 800% Wide Dynamic Range
• Pro Focus Mode / Pro Low light Mode
• Tracking AF
• Dual Image Stabilisation (ISO and CCD Shift)
• 5 Film Simulation Modes
• Face Detection with Automatic Red-eye Removal
• Super Intelligent Flash
• High Speed Continuous Shooting of 4.2 fps up to 23 frames (3 MP resolution)
• 230 shot battery life (with included NP-50 Li battery)

Little bigger than most compact cameras with 4x or 5x zooms, the FinePix F80EXR packs an amazing feature set – including a 10x wide-to-tele optical zoom lens and 3.0” LCD screen – into its ultra-compact, ultra-stylish pocketable body. The 22.9mm metal chassis oozes quality while the double-coated varnishing not only protects the camera from accidental knocks, but provides a jewellery-like finish. Detects faces at any angle but detects pets faces frontally only (i.e. not in profile). This digital camera costs around $299.95.