Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD
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Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
- Released January 2014
- Replacement is Canon SX610 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 74 x 82mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix S2900HD

Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the S2800HD (14MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX600 HS was revealed 3 years later than the S2800HD and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX600 HS matches up against the S2800HD when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD. The full galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the FujiFilm S2800HD
SX600 HS | S2800HD | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 48 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Canon SX600 HS
S2800HD | SX600 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and FujiFilm S2800HD
SX600 HS | S2800HD | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX600 HS provides outside dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S2800HD has proportions of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).
Check the Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX600 HS and the S2800HD.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and S2800HD is 93 and 75 respectively.

Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX600 HS and S2800HD.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX600 HS to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer SX600 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S2800HD Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD |
Otherwise known as | - | FinePix S2900HD |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G (TFT) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 lb) | 437g (0.96 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $249 | $260 |