FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S1500
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 74 x 82mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Revealed February 2009

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm S2800HD and Fujifilm S1500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the S2800HD (14MP) and Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S2800HD was launched 12 months after the Fujifilm S1500 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S2800HD matches up versus the Fujifilm S1500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD and Fujifilm FinePix S1500. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery and Fujifilm S1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Fujifilm S1500
S2800HD | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
Fujifilm S1500 | S2800HD |
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Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Fujifilm S1500
S2800HD | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2800HD has outside measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Fujifilm S1500 has specifications of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm S2800HD and Fujifilm S1500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S2800HD compared to the Fujifilm S1500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and Fujifilm S1500 is 75 and 82 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S2800HD and Fujifilm S1500.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the FujiFilm S2800HD to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent S2800HD will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S1500 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 |
Other name | FinePix S2900HD | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 33-396mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437 grams (0.96 pounds) | 345 grams (0.76 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") |
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 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $260 | $200 |