FujiFilm S2500HD vs Sony HX30V

Lets take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the S2500HD (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was introduced 20 months before the HX30V which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S2500HD grades vs the HX30V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2500HD enjoys outside dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Sony HX30V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S2500HD versus the HX30V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2500HD and HX30V is 78 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2500HD and HX30V.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony HX30V to produce more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older S2500HD will be behind in sensor technology.