FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm T500
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm T500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 74 x 82mm
- Announced February 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 0
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm T500 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm T500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are produced by FujiFilm. The resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S2800HD was manufactured 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm T500 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm T500 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S2800HD scores against the Fujifilm T500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm T500 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD and Fujifilm FinePix T500. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery and Fujifilm T500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Fujifilm T500
S2800HD | Fujifilm T500 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T500 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
Fujifilm T500 | S2800HD | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 35 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Fujifilm T500
S2800HD | Fujifilm T500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm T500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2800HD features outside measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Fujifilm T500 has specifications of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm T500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S2800HD and the Fujifilm T500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and Fujifilm T500 is 75 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm T500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2800HD and Fujifilm T500.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm T500 to produce more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged S2800HD will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm T500 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Fujifilm T500 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Fujifilm FinePix T500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Fujifilm FinePix T500 |
Also Known as | FinePix S2900HD | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3440 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 437 gr (0.96 lbs) | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $260 | $0 |