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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500

Portability
78
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
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FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S1500 front
Portability
82
Imaging
33
Features
19
Overall
27

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Key Specs

FujiFilm S2500HD
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise 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
  • Alternate Name is FinePix S2600HD
Fujifilm S1500
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
  • Launched February 2009
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Overview

Here is a extended analysis of the FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are offered by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was launched 17 months later than the Fujifilm S1500 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S2500HD scores versus the Fujifilm S1500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Fujifilm S1500

 S2500HD Fujifilm S1500 
LaunchedJuly 2010February 2009Fresher by 17 months
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the FujiFilm S2500HD

 Fujifilm S1500 S2500HD 

Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Fujifilm S1500

 S2500HD Fujifilm S1500 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2500HD provides physical 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) whilst the Fujifilm S1500 has specifications of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S2500HD versus the Fujifilm S1500.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S2500HD and Fujifilm S1500 is 78 and 82 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S2500HD and Fujifilm S1500.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the FujiFilm S2500HD to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S2500HD will have an edge in sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Portrait photography highlights
Fujifilm S1500 Portrait photography highlights
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manual focus not available
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
19
focusing manually not possible
external flash not possible
low MP (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Street photography factors
Fujifilm S1500 Street photography factors
49
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
51
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD as a Sports photography camera
Fujifilm S1500 as a Sports photography camera
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great zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
26
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
low MP (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm S1500 as a Travel photography camera
55
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
great zoom (504mm)
no Time Lapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
50
flash built-in
long zoom (396mm)
lack of Timelapse function
low MP (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Landscape photography factors
Fujifilm S1500 Landscape photography factors
36
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Time Lapse function
26
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
low MP (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm S1500 as a Vlogging camera
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relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic jack
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of microphone support
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2500HD and Fujifilm S1500
 FujiFilm FinePix S2500HDFujifilm FinePix S1500
General Information
Company FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD Fujifilm FinePix S1500
Other name FinePix S2600HD -
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2010-07-06 2009-02-17
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-504mm (18.0x) 33-396mm (12.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focus distance 2cm 2cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 99% -
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.40 m 8.70 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337 grams (0.74 lb) 345 grams (0.76 lb)
Physical dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7")
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 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal -
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $200 $200