FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic FZ100

In this write-up, we are looking at the FujiFilm S2800HD and Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S2800HD was announced 5 months before the FZ100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the S2800HD matches up versus the FZ100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery & Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2800HD offers outside measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ100 has measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm S2800HD and Panasonic FZ100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S2800HD and the FZ100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2800HD and FZ100 is 75 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S2800HD and FZ100.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration.