FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SZ-11
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SZ-11 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
- Introduced February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-500mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Introduced July 2011

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SZ-11 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SZ-11, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the SZ-11 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S2800HD was announced 18 months prior to the SZ-11 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S2800HD matches up against the SZ-11 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SZ-11 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD & Olympus SZ-11. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery & Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Olympus SZ-11
S2800HD | SZ-11 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-11 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
SZ-11 | S2800HD | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 18 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Olympus SZ-11
S2800HD | SZ-11 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SZ-11 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2800HD has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-11 has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SZ-11 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S2800HD compared to the SZ-11.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and SZ-11 is 75 and 89 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SZ-11 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2800HD and SZ-11.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The older S2800HD is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SZ-11 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Olympus SZ-11 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Olympus SZ-11 |
Also referred to as | FinePix S2900HD | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-07-27 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III+ |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 9.30 m (@ ISO 1600) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 437g (0.96 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
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 life | - | 200 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $260 | $253 |