FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung HZ25W
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 74 x 82mm
- Announced February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Alternative Name is WB5000

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S2800HD was brought out 5 months prior to the HZ25W so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S2800HD scores against the HZ25W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD and Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Samsung HZ25W
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the FujiFilm S2800HD
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Samsung HZ25W
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2800HD provides external dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S2800HD vs the HZ25W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2800HD and HZ25W is 75 and 70 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S2800HD and HZ25W.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm S2800HD to give greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.

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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Samsung HZ25W |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S2900HD | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437g (0.96 lbs) | 428g (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $260 | $350 |