FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm J30
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm J30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released July 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix S2600HD
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched July 2009

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm J30 Overview
Here is a thorough assessment of the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Fujifilm J30, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S2500HD was released 12 months later than the Fujifilm J30 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm J30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S2500HD matches up versus the Fujifilm J30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm J30 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Fujifilm FinePix J30. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Fujifilm J30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Fujifilm J30
S2500HD | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the FujiFilm S2500HD
Fujifilm J30 | S2500HD |
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Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Fujifilm J30
S2500HD | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm J30 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2500HD provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm J30 has sizing of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Fujifilm J30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the S2500HD vs the Fujifilm J30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2500HD and Fujifilm J30 is 78 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm J30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S2500HD and Fujifilm J30.
All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more recent S2500HD is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm J30 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm J30 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Fujifilm FinePix J30 |
Also Known as | FinePix S2600HD | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 337 gr (0.74 lb) | 133 gr (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 model | 4 x AA | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $200 | $150 |