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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Pentax X70

Portability
75
Imaging
36
Features
34
Overall
35
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD front
 
Pentax X70 front
Portability
71
Imaging
34
Features
34
Overall
34

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Pentax X70 Key Specs

FujiFilm S2800HD
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 437g - 110 x 74 x 82mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix S2900HD
Pentax X70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 50 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
  • Released March 2009
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Pentax X70 Overview

Below is a in-depth analysis of the FujiFilm S2800HD and Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the X70 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2800HD was brought out 12 months later than the X70 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S2800HD matches up vs the X70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Pentax X70

 S2800HD X70 
ReleasedFebruary 2010March 2009More recent by 12 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the FujiFilm S2800HD

 X70 S2800HD 
Manually focus Very precise focusing

Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Pentax X70

 S2800HD X70 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2800HD enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has sizing of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S2800HD and Pentax X70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S2800HD against the X70.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Pentax X70 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and X70 is 75 and 71 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Pentax X70 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S2800HD and X70.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the FujiFilm S2800HD to resolve greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S2800HD is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Pentax X70 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Pentax X70 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Pentax X70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Portrait photography advice
Pentax X70 Portrait photography advice
29
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
focusing manually
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm S2800HD
Street photography with Pentax X70
48
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
46
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Sports photography factors
Pentax X70 Sports photography factors
43
excellent zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
50
excellent zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with tracking focus
sensor has phase detect AF
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Travel photography details
Pentax X70 Travel photography details
60
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
great zoom (504mm)
no Timelapse recording
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
52
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
long reach (624mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm S2800HD
Landscape photography with Pentax X70
41
pretty wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
no Timelapse recording
35
focusing manually
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Vlogging factors
Pentax X70 Vlogging factors
25
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone jack
24
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic jack
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Pentax X70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2800HD and Pentax X70
 FujiFilm FinePix S2800HDPentax X70
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Pentax
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD Pentax X70
Otherwise known as FinePix S2900HD -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-02-02 2009-03-02
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 64 50
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
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) 26-624mm (24.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focusing range 2cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 99 percent -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.40 m 9.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 437 gr (0.96 lb) 410 gr (0.90 lb)
Dimensions 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5")
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 ID 4 x AA D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $260 $200