FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S2 Pro
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Launched July 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix S2600HD
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 142 x 131 x 80mm
- Launched August 2002
- Superseded the Fujifilm S1 Pro
- Replacement is Fujifilm S3 Pro

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S2 Pro, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro DSLR and both of them are offered by FujiFilm. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the S2500HD (12MP) and Fujifilm S2 Pro (6MP) and the S2500HD (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S2 Pro (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

The S2500HD was released 8 years later than the Fujifilm S2 Pro and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm S2 Pro being a Large SLR camera.
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S2500HD matches up versus the Fujifilm S2 Pro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Fujifilm S2 Pro
S2500HD | Fujifilm S2 Pro | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | ![]() | August 2002 | More recent by 97 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 117k | Crisper screen (+113k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S2 Pro over the FujiFilm S2500HD
Fujifilm S2 Pro | S2500HD | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Fujifilm S2 Pro
S2500HD | Fujifilm S2 Pro | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2500HD enjoys 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) whilst the Fujifilm S2 Pro has proportions of 142mm x 131mm x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S2 Pro in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S2500HD compared to the Fujifilm S2 Pro.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and Fujifilm S2 Pro is 78 and 56 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S2500HD and Fujifilm S2 Pro.
All in all, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S2500HD due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the FujiFilm S2500HD will offer more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher S2500HD will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro |
Also Known as | FinePix S2600HD | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2002-08-02 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 6MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4256 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 309 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 1.8" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 117k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | 92 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 15.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/125 secs |
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) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 lb) | 850 gr (1.87 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 142 x 131 x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $200 | $2,000 |