FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS25
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS25 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
- Also Known as FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS20
- Successor is Panasonic ZS30

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Here is a complete assessment of the FujiFilm S2800HD and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S2800HD was announced 3 years before the ZS25 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S2800HD scores vs the ZS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Panasonic ZS25
S2800HD | ZS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 35 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Panasonic ZS25
S2800HD | ZS25 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2800HD comes with physical measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm S2800HD and Panasonic ZS25 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S2800HD vs the ZS25.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2800HD and ZS25 is 75 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S2800HD and ZS25.
Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS25 to provide more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older S2800HD will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S2900HD | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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) | 193 grams (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 260 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $260 | $300 |