FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung SL30
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36 Features
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33 Features
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung SL30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Raise 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
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Also referred to as ES15

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung SL30 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the FujiFilm S2800HD and Samsung SL30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the S2800HD (14MP) and SL30 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S2800HD was revealed 12 months after the SL30 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S2800HD matches up against the SL30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung SL30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD and Samsung SL30. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Samsung SL30
S2800HD | SL30 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
SL30 | S2800HD |
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Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Samsung SL30
S2800HD | SL30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2800HD enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm S2800HD and Samsung SL30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S2800HD against the SL30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2800HD and SL30 is 75 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The pic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S2800HD and SL30.
To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the FujiFilm S2800HD to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer S2800HD should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Samsung SL30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Samsung SL30 |
Other name | FinePix S2900HD | ES15 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | 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 | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 437 grams (0.96 lb) | 140 grams (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $260 | $93 |