FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic LZ40
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic LZ40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 74 x 82mm
- Launched February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 22-924mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 524g - 126 x 87 x 94mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Previous Model is Panasonic LZ30

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic LZ40 Overview
Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm S2800HD versus Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S2800HD (14MP) and LZ40 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S2800HD was launched 4 years earlier than the LZ40 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the S2800HD grades versus the LZ40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic LZ40 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Panasonic LZ40
S2800HD | LZ40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ40 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
LZ40 | S2800HD | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 47 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Panasonic LZ40
S2800HD | LZ40 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic LZ40 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2800HD enjoys 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) while the Panasonic LZ40 has proportions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm S2800HD versus Panasonic LZ40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S2800HD versus the LZ40.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and LZ40 is 75 and 67 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic LZ40 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2800HD and LZ40.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic LZ40 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged S2800HD will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic LZ40 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic LZ40 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 |
Other name | FinePix S2900HD | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 22-924mm (42.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.0-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 10.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437 grams (0.96 lb) | 524 grams (1.16 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 126 x 87 x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $260 | $219 |