FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Other Name is FinePix S2600HD
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Let's look more closely at the FujiFilm S2500HD and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the S2500HD (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S2500HD was introduced 3 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S2500HD matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 4G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S2500HD | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the FujiFilm S2500HD
Galaxy Camera 4G | S2500HD | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 26 months |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S2500HD | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2500HD has physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm S2500HD and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S2500HD against the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S2500HD and Galaxy Camera 4G is 78 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2500HD and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to give more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older S2500HD is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Alternative name | FinePix S2600HD | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337 grams (0.74 pounds) | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $550 |