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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Portability
75
Imaging
36
Features
34
Overall
35
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD front
 
Olympus SP-800 UZ front
Portability
69
Imaging
36
Features
35
Overall
35

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Key Specs

FujiFilm S2800HD
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Also referred to as FinePix S2900HD
Olympus SP-800 UZ
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 1000)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Successor is Olympus SP-810 UZ
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Overview

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2800HD was brought out very close to the SP-800 UZ which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S2800HD scores vs the SP-800 UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Olympus SP-800 UZ

 S2800HD SP-800 UZ 

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the FujiFilm S2800HD

 SP-800 UZ S2800HD 

Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Olympus SP-800 UZ

 S2800HD SP-800 UZ 
LaunchedFebruary 2010February 2010Same age
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen size
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2800HD has exterior dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-800 UZ has dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S2800HD compared to the SP-800 UZ.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and SP-800 UZ is 75 and 69 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The image underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S2800HD and SP-800 UZ.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Portrait photography features
Olympus SP-800 UZ Portrait photography features
29
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Street photography highlights
Olympus SP-800 UZ Street photography highlights
48
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
46
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD as a Sports photography camera
Olympus SP-800 UZ as a Sports photography camera
43
amazing zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
46
incredible zoom range (28-840mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD as a Travel photography camera
Olympus SP-800 UZ as a Travel photography camera
60
good MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
very long zoom (504mm)
missing Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.1)
61
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
great zoom (840mm)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Landscape photography advice
Olympus SP-800 UZ Landscape photography advice
41
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse function
41
rather wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
no manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Vlogging details
Olympus SP-800 UZ Vlogging details
25
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone port
24
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone port
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2800HD and Olympus SP-800 UZ
 FujiFilm FinePix S2800HDOlympus SP-800 UZ
General Information
Company FujiFilm Olympus
Model FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD Olympus SP-800 UZ
Also Known as FinePix S2900HD -
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-02-02 2010-02-02
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - TruePic III
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 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 1000
Minimum native ISO 64 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 143
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-504mm (18.0x) 28-840mm (30.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-5.6
Macro focus range 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 99 percent -
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 12 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.40 m 3.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 437 gr (0.96 pounds) 455 gr (1.00 pounds)
Physical dimensions 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6")
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 Li-50B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (12 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $260 $270