FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S8600
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S8600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Raise 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
- Alternative Name is FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-900mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 450g - 121 x 81 x 65mm
- Revealed January 2014

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S8600 Overview
Here is a comprehensive overview of the FujiFilm S2800HD and Fujifilm S8600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both built by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S2800HD was brought out 4 years prior to the Fujifilm S8600 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S2800HD matches up against the Fujifilm S8600 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S8600 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD & Fujifilm FinePix S8600. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery & Fujifilm S8600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Fujifilm S8600
S2800HD | Fujifilm S8600 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8600 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
Fujifilm S8600 | S2800HD | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 47 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Fujifilm S8600
S2800HD | Fujifilm S8600 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S8600 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2800HD has outside measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8600 has proportions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm S2800HD and Fujifilm S8600 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S2800HD versus the Fujifilm S8600.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and Fujifilm S8600 is 75 and 76 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S8600 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2800HD and Fujifilm S8600.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm S8600 to offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older S2800HD is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S8600 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm S8600 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Fujifilm FinePix S8600 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S2900HD | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2014-01-06 |
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 | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-900mm (36.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 437g (0.96 lb) | 450g (0.99 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 121 x 81 x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 410 photos |
Battery type | - | AA |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 3 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $260 | $200 |