FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm JX550
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm JX550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 74 x 82mm
- Launched February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2012

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm JX550 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm JX550, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S2800HD was introduced 23 months prior to the Fujifilm JX550 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S2800HD matches up versus the Fujifilm JX550 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm JX550 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD & Fujifilm FinePix JX550. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery & Fujifilm JX550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Fujifilm JX550
S2800HD | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
Fujifilm JX550 | S2800HD | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 23 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Fujifilm JX550
S2800HD | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm JX550 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2800HD enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JX550 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm JX550 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S2800HD compared to the Fujifilm JX550.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S2800HD and Fujifilm JX550 is 75 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm JX550 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S2800HD and Fujifilm JX550.
As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Fujifilm JX550 to show greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S2800HD will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm JX550 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm JX550 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 |
Also called as | FinePix S2900HD | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2012-01-05 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437 grams (0.96 lbs) | 113 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $260 | $200 |