FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus SZ-12

Following is a extended assessment of the FujiFilm S2800HD versus Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2800HD was released 23 months before the SZ-12 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S2800HD matches up vs the SZ-12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD & Olympus SZ-12. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery & Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2800HD comes with 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) whilst the Olympus SZ-12 has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S2800HD and the SZ-12.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2800HD and SZ-12 is 75 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The picture underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2800HD and SZ-12.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos though you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged S2800HD is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.