FujiFilm S2500HD vs Sony W530

Below, we are looking at the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Sony W530, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was launched 6 months prior to the W530 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S2500HD grades versus the W530 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2500HD features external 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 Sony W530 has dimensions of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Sony W530 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S2500HD versus the W530.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and W530 is 78 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S2500HD and W530.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony W530 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively.