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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon P100

Portability
78
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
33
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD front
 
Nikon Coolpix P100 front
Portability
68
Imaging
33
Features
42
Overall
36

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon P100 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
  • Launched July 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix S2600HD
Nikon P100
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 26-678mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 481g - 114 x 83 x 99mm
  • Announced July 2010
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon P100 Overview

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Nikon P100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the P100 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was introduced at a similar time to the P100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S2500HD scores versus the P100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Nikon P100

 S2500HD P100 

Reasons to pick Nikon P100 over the FujiFilm S2500HD

 P100 S2500HD 
Manually focus More accurate focus
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Nikon P100

 S2500HD P100 
AnnouncedJuly 2010July 2010Similar age
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon P100 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2500HD enjoys outer dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Nikon P100 has measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S2500HD vs the P100.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon P100 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and P100 is 78 and 68 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon P100 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon P100 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2500HD and P100.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the FujiFilm S2500HD to give you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon P100 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon P100 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon P100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Portrait photography details
Nikon P100 Portrait photography details
21
focusing manually not possible
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
27
has manual focus
no external flash support
low MP (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Street photography highlights
Nikon P100 Street photography highlights
49
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
50
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than competitors (481g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Sports photography details
Nikon P100 Sports photography details
34
excellent zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
36
excellent zoom range (26-678mm 26.1 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low MP (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Travel photography information
Nikon P100 Travel photography information
55
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
long zoom (504mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low MP (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
48
built-in flash
quite wide (26mm)
very long zoom (678mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors (481 grams)
low MP (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Landscape photography features
Nikon P100 Landscape photography features
36
relatively wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
40
has manual focus
quite wide (26mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
low MP (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Vlogging information
Nikon P100 Vlogging information
25
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have a selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic socket
25
quite wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of mic support
heavier than competitors (481g)
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon P100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2500HD and Nikon P100
 FujiFilm FinePix S2500HDNikon Coolpix P100
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD Nikon Coolpix P100
Also Known as FinePix S2600HD -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2010-07-06 2010-07-06
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Expeed C2
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 12MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-504mm (18.0x) 26-678mm (26.1x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focus range 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Tilting
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 99 percent -
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.40 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
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) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337g (0.74 pounds) 481g (1.06 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 114 x 83 x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9")
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 EN-EL5
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 to 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $200 $400