Camera · Compact
Fujifilm Klasse S
2007-2015
Discontinued35mmIntermediateAdvanced
Premium compact photography
- Format
- 35mm
- Mount
- Fixed lens
- Metering
- Built-in
- Shutter
- 1/1000 (1/500 at f/2.8), plus B
- Battery
- CR2
- Weight
- 265g
Battery req.
Max speed
Best for
- Premium compact photography
- Travel
- Street photography
Features
- 38mm f/2.8 Super EBC Fujinon lens
- Programme and aperture-priority AE
- Manual focus option (15 steps)
- Built-in flash (guide number 11) with slow-sync night modes
- +/-2 EV compensation and auto-bracketing
- Passive autofocus, 0.4m to infinity
Limitations
- Fixed 38mm lens (Klasse W is 28mm)
- No manual shutter speeds
- Released primarily in Japan
Common issues to check
- Lens mechanism errors
- LCD issues
- Battery door problems
- AF motor noise/failure
- Hard to find
Buying guide
The Klasse S (2007) is Fujifilm's premium compact with a 38mm f/2.8 Super EBC Fujinon, programme and aperture-priority AE, and a built-in flash with slow-sync night modes. The Klasse W is the 28mm version. Test the lens mechanism and flash.
Pricing
- Typical range
- £700 - £1200
- Excellent condition
- ~£1500
Indicative, no dated source.
Prices as of 2026-01. UK market, may vary.
Specifications
| Format | 35mm |
| Years produced | 2007-2015 |
| Mount | Fixed lens |
| Shutter type | Leaf |
| Shutter speeds | 1/2s - 1/1000 (1/500 at f/2.8), plus B |
| Flash sync | all speeds |
| Metering | External Sensor |
| Battery required | Yes (CR2) |
| Weight | 265g |
| Dimensions | 123 x 63.5 x 38.5mm |