FujiFilm S2800HD vs Nikon P500

The following is a extended assessment of the FujiFilm S2800HD versus Nikon P500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the P500 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2800HD was introduced 12 months before the P500 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S2800HD grades vs the P500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD & Nikon Coolpix P500. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery & Nikon P500 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2800HD enjoys external 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 Nikon P500 has proportions of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm S2800HD versus Nikon P500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S2800HD compared to the P500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2800HD and P500 is 75 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S2800HD and P500.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the FujiFilm S2800HD to result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged S2800HD will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.