FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon A900
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon A900 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
- Alternate Name is FinePix S2600HD
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Announced February 2016
- Successor is Nikon A1000
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon A900 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S2500HD (12MP) and A900 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S2500HD was announced 6 years before the A900 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon A900 being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S2500HD grades versus the A900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon A900 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Nikon Coolpix A900. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Nikon A900
S2500HD | A900 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the FujiFilm S2500HD
A900 | S2500HD | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | July 2010 | More modern by 68 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Nikon A900
S2500HD | A900 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon A900 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2500HD has external 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 Nikon A900 has dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon A900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S2500HD against the A900.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2500HD and A900 is 78 and 88 respectively.
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon A900 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S2500HD and A900.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon A900 to result in extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged S2500HD will be behind in sensor tech.
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon A900 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Nikon Coolpix A900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Nikon Coolpix A900 |
Also Known as | FinePix S2600HD | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2016-02-23 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-840mm (35.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.4-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
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) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 grams (0.74 lb) | 289 grams (0.64 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
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 life | - | 300 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $200 | $400 |