FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung PL170

Below is a extended review of the FujiFilm S2800HD and Samsung PL170, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S2800HD was announced 11 months before the PL170 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S2800HD scores vs the PL170 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD and Samsung PL170. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2800HD features outside 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) while the Samsung PL170 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the FujiFilm S2800HD and Samsung PL170 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S2800HD and the PL170.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and PL170 is 75 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The visual here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S2800HD and PL170.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung PL170 to offer greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The older S2800HD is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.