FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung PL170
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Announced July 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix S2600HD
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung PL170 Overview
Let's look much closer at the FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung PL170, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the S2500HD (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S2500HD was unveiled 6 months earlier than the PL170 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S2500HD matches up versus the PL170 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung PL170 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Samsung PL170. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Samsung PL170
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Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the FujiFilm S2500HD
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Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Samsung PL170
S2500HD | PL170 | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2500HD enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Samsung PL170 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung PL170 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S2500HD compared to the PL170.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and PL170 is 78 and 99 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2500HD and PL170.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung PL170 to offer extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung PL170 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Samsung PL170 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Samsung PL170 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Samsung PL170 |
Other name | FinePix S2600HD | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337 grams (0.74 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $200 | $175 |