FujiFilm S2800HD vs Olympus VR-320

Here, we are comparing the FujiFilm S2800HD and Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2800HD was unveiled 17 months prior to the VR-320 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S2800HD grades versus the VR-320 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD and Olympus VR-320. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2800HD comes with 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) and the Olympus VR-320 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S2800HD and Olympus VR-320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S2800HD against the VR-320.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and VR-320 is 75 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S2800HD and VR-320.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images although you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older S2800HD will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.