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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ35

Portability
78
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
33
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 front
Portability
72
Imaging
35
Features
37
Overall
35

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ35 Key Specs

FujiFilm S2500HD
(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
  • Introduced July 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix S2600HD
Panasonic FZ35
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
  • 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
  • Launched July 2010
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ35 Overview

Following is a extensive overview of the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was introduced about the same time to the FZ35 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the S2500HD scores against the FZ35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Panasonic FZ35

 S2500HD FZ35 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the FujiFilm S2500HD

 FZ35 S2500HD 
Focus manually More accurate focus

Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic FZ35

 S2500HD FZ35 
LaunchedJuly 2010July 2010Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ35 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2500HD offers external dimensions 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 Panasonic FZ35 has measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Panasonic FZ35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S2500HD and the FZ35.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ35 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and FZ35 is 78 and 72 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ35 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ35 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2500HD and FZ35.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ35 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ35 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ35 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Portrait photography info
Panasonic FZ35 Portrait photography info
21
no manual focus
can't use external flash
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
41
has manual focus
comes with face detection focus
saves RAW files
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FZ35 as a Street photography camera
49
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm S2500HD
Sports photography with Panasonic FZ35
34
amazing zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
34
amazing zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
low MP (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Travel photography factors
Panasonic FZ35 Travel photography factors
55
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
very long zoom (504mm)
missing Timelapse recording
low MP (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
52
flash built-in
reasonably wide (27mm)
great zoom (486mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Landscape photography info
Panasonic FZ35 Landscape photography info
36
rather wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
41
has manual focus
reasonably wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7")
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2500HD Vlogging information
Panasonic FZ35 Vlogging information
25
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone jack
26
reasonably wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focus
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic socket
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ35 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic FZ35
 FujiFilm FinePix S2500HDPanasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35
Alternate name FinePix S2600HD Lumix DMC-FZ38
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2010-07-06 2010-07-06
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine V
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-504mm (18.0x) 27-486mm (18.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-4.4
Macro focus distance 2cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 99 percent -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.40 m 8.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 lbs) 397 gr (0.88 lbs)
Dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5")
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 model 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures))
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch price $200 $999