FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-320
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Announced July 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S2600HD
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Updated by Olympus VR-330

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-320 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the FujiFilm S2500HD and Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S2500HD was introduced 12 months earlier than the VR-320 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S2500HD grades versus the VR-320 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-320 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Olympus VR-320. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Olympus VR-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Olympus VR-320
S2500HD | VR-320 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the FujiFilm S2500HD
VR-320 | S2500HD | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Olympus VR-320
S2500HD | VR-320 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-320 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2500HD has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the FujiFilm S2500HD and Olympus VR-320 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S2500HD compared to the VR-320.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and VR-320 is 78 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-320 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S2500HD and VR-320.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus VR-320 to produce greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older S2500HD will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-320 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus VR-320 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Olympus VR-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Olympus VR-320 |
Also called as | FinePix S2600HD | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
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 gr (0.74 pounds) | 158 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $200 | $179 |