FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung TL205
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Boost 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
- Additionally Known as FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Alternate Name is PL100

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung TL205 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the FujiFilm S2800HD versus Samsung TL205, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S2800HD was launched around the same time to the TL205 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S2800HD matches up versus the TL205 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD and Samsung TL205. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Samsung TL205
S2800HD | TL205 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
TL205 | S2800HD |
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Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Samsung TL205
S2800HD | TL205 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you have 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") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Samsung TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S2800HD versus Samsung TL205 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S2800HD vs the TL205.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and TL205 is 75 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2800HD and TL205.
All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the FujiFilm S2800HD to offer more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Samsung TL205 |
Also Known as | FinePix S2900HD | PL100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
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 | 14MP | 12MP |
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 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437 gr (0.96 lbs) | 177 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $260 | $180 |