FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung ST30
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Introduced February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2011

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung ST30 Overview
Below, we are comparing the FujiFilm S2800HD versus Samsung ST30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S2800HD (14MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the S2800HD (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") come with different sensor sizes.

The S2800HD was brought out 11 months before the ST30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the S2800HD grades vs the ST30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung ST30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD and Samsung ST30. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Samsung ST30
S2800HD | ST30 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
ST30 | S2800HD | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 11 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Samsung ST30
S2800HD | ST30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2800HD has physical dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Samsung ST30 has sizing of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S2800HD versus Samsung ST30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S2800HD compared to the ST30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2800HD and ST30 is 75 and 98 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The photograph below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2800HD and ST30.
All in all, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S2800HD due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the FujiFilm S2800HD will show greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older S2800HD will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Samsung ST30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Samsung ST30 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S2900HD | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | () |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 437g (0.96 lb) | 87g (0.19 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $260 | $55 |