FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm HS50 EXR

On this page, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Fujifilm HS50 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are built by FujiFilm. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the S2500HD (12MP) and Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the S2500HD (1/2.3") and Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The S2500HD was manufactured 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm HS50 EXR which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S2500HD grades vs the Fujifilm HS50 EXR for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2500HD has got outer dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Fujifilm HS50 EXR has sizing of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Fujifilm HS50 EXR in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S2500HD vs the Fujifilm HS50 EXR.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S2500HD and Fujifilm HS50 EXR is 78 and 54 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2500HD and Fujifilm HS50 EXR.

As you can see, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S2500HD featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR will produce extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S2500HD will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.