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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1

Portability
78
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
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FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 front
Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Key Specs

FujiFilm S2500HD
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost 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
  • Additionally Known as FinePix S2600HD
Fujifilm Real 3D W1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 260g - 124 x 68 x 26mm
  • Released July 2009
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Overview

Following is a comprehensive review of the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Fujifilm Real 3D W1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by FujiFilm. The resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was announced 12 months after the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S2500HD matches up versus the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Fujifilm Real 3D W1

 S2500HD Fujifilm Real 3D W1 
ReleasedJuly 2010July 2009More modern by 12 months
Display dimension3"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W1 over the FujiFilm S2500HD

 Fujifilm Real 3D W1 S2500HD 

Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Fujifilm Real 3D W1

 S2500HD Fujifilm Real 3D W1 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2500HD features exterior measurements 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 Real 3D W1 has specifications of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") with a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Fujifilm Real 3D W1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S2500HD compared to the Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is 78 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2500HD and Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the FujiFilm S2500HD to offer extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent S2500HD provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Portrait photography factors
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Portrait photography factors
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no manual focus
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
MP count low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Street photography info
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Street photography info
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built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
45
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than competition (260g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Sports photography info
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Sports photography info
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excellent zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low fps (1.0 frames/s)
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 as a Travel photography camera
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flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
long reach (504mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (260g)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Landscape photography info
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Landscape photography info
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decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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nice screen size (2.8")
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm S2500HD
Vlogging with Fujifilm Real 3D W1
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decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone port
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wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of mic socket
heavier than competition (260g)
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2500HD and Fujifilm Real 3D W1
 FujiFilm FinePix S2500HDFujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1
Also called as FinePix S2600HD -
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-07-06 2009-07-22
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - RP (Real Photo) 3D
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 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-504mm (18.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.7-4.2
Macro focusing distance 2cm 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.8 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 99% -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 1/4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.40 m 3.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 337 grams (0.74 pounds) 260 grams (0.57 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 124 x 68 x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID 4 x AA NP-95
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch price $200 $900