FujiFilm S2500HD vs Pentax X70
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Pentax X70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Released July 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix S2600HD
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Revealed March 2009

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Pentax X70 Overview
Below, we are comparing the FujiFilm S2500HD and Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S2500HD was launched 17 months later than the X70 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S2500HD scores versus the X70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Pentax X70 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Pentax X70. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Pentax X70
S2500HD | X70 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | ![]() | March 2009 | More recent by 17 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the FujiFilm S2500HD
X70 | S2500HD | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Pentax X70
S2500HD | X70 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2500HD offers outside measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Pentax X70 has dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm S2500HD and Pentax X70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S2500HD versus the X70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2500HD and X70 is 78 and 71 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S2500HD and X70.
As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher S2500HD is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Pentax X70 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Pentax X70 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Pentax X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Pentax X70 |
Also Known as | FinePix S2600HD | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2009-03-02 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337g (0.74 pounds) | 410g (0.90 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" 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 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $200 | $200 |