Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S2800HD
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Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S2800HD Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-600mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 733g - 123 x 77 x 105mm
- Announced June 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 74 x 82mm
- Launched February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix S2900HD

Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S2800HD Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S2800HD, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and S2800HD (14MP) and the G3 X (1") and S2800HD (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

The G3 X was unveiled 5 years after the S2800HD which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G3 X grades against the S2800HD with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G3 X & FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD. The full galleries are available at Canon G3 X Gallery & FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G3 X over the FujiFilm S2800HD
G3 X | S2800HD | |||
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Launched | June 2015 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 66 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+1390k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Canon G3 X
S2800HD | G3 X |
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Common features in the Canon G3 X and FujiFilm S2800HD
G3 X | S2800HD |
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Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S2800HD Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G3 X enjoys outer measurements of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") having a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) and the FujiFilm S2800HD has sizing of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).
Look at the Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S2800HD in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the G3 X compared to the S2800HD.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 X and S2800HD is 60 and 75 respectively.

Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S2800HD Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 X and S2800HD.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G3 X with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Canon G3 X will deliver extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger G3 X provides an edge in sensor tech.

Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S2800HD Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S2800HD Specifications
Canon PowerShot G3 X | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G3 X | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD |
Also called | - | FinePix S2900HD |
Type | Large Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-06-18 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 31 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-600mm (25.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,620 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.9 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 733 gr (1.62 pounds) | 437 gr (0.96 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 77 x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 521 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-10L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $849 | $260 |