FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS30
75 Imaging
36 Features
34 Overall
35


92 Imaging
42 Features
48 Overall
44
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 74 x 82mm
- Released February 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS25
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS35

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS30 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the S2800HD (14MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S2800HD was launched 3 years earlier than the ZS30 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the S2800HD scores against the ZS30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Panasonic ZS30
S2800HD | ZS30 |
---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
ZS30 | S2800HD | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 35 months |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Panasonic ZS30
S2800HD | ZS30 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2800HD features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S2800HD compared to the ZS30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S2800HD and ZS30 is 75 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S2800HD and ZS30.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged S2800HD is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Panasonic ZS30 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 |
Also Known as | FinePix S2900HD | Lumix DMC-TZ40 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 437 grams (0.96 lb) | 198 grams (0.44 lb) |
Physical 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 score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $260 | $250 |