FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ28

On this page, we are evaluating the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was released 18 months later than the FZ28 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the S2500HD matches up against the FZ28 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2500HD enjoys exterior 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 Panasonic FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Panasonic FZ28 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S2500HD compared to the FZ28.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and FZ28 is 78 and 72 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S2500HD and FZ28.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm S2500HD to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The newer S2500HD is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.