FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon Z6

Following is a extended review of the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Nikon Z6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the S2500HD (12MP) and Z6 (25MP) and the S2500HD (1/2.3") and Z6 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The S2500HD was released 9 years prior to the Z6 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon Z6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S2500HD scores versus the Z6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Nikon Z6. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery and Nikon Z6 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2500HD enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Nikon Z6 has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Nikon Z6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S2500HD against the Z6.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S2500HD and Z6 is 78 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2500HD and Z6.

All in all, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S2500HD because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Nikon Z6 will render more detail as a result of its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S2500HD will be behind with regard to sensor technology.