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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony A350

Portability
75
Imaging
36
Features
34
Overall
35
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 front
Portability
62
Imaging
52
Features
47
Overall
50

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony A350 Key Specs

FujiFilm S2800HD
(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
  • Released February 2010
  • Alternative Name is FinePix S2900HD
Sony A350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 674g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
  • Launched June 2008
  • Refreshed by Sony A380
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony A350 Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the FujiFilm S2800HD versus Sony A350, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the A350 (14MP) is fairly similar but the S2800HD (1/2.3") and A350 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The S2800HD was introduced 21 months later than the A350 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the S2800HD grades against the A350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Sony A350

 S2800HD A350 
LaunchedFebruary 2010June 2008More recent by 21 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony A350 over the FujiFilm S2800HD

 A350 S2800HD 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display

Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony A350

 S2800HD A350 
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony A350 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2800HD features physical 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 Sony A350 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S2800HD versus Sony A350 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S2800HD against the A350.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony A350 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2800HD and A350 is 75 and 62 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony A350 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony A350 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's hard to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2800HD and A350.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The S2800HD includes the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF tougher. The more modern S2800HD will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony A350 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony A350 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony A350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm S2800HD
Portrait photography with Sony A350
29
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
71
you can focus manually
good resolution (14 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Street photography advice
Sony A350 Street photography advice
48
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
66
screen tilts
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
more heavy than others in class (674 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Sports photography advice
Sony A350 Sports photography advice
43
incredible zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
slow frames per second (1.0 fps)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
66
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good resolution (14MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
sensor has phase detect AF
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm S2800HD
Travel photography with Sony A350
60
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
great zoom (504mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
51
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse function
more heavy than others in class (674g)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Landscape photography factors
Sony A350 Landscape photography factors
41
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
64
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD as a Vlogging camera
Sony A350 as a Vlogging camera
25
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone support
9
no video shooting
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony A350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony A350
 FujiFilm FinePix S2800HDSony Alpha DSLR-A350
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD Sony Alpha DSLR-A350
Other name FinePix S2900HD -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Entry-Level DSLR
Released 2010-02-02 2008-06-06
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4288 x 3216 4592 x 3056
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Sony/Minolta Alpha
Lens focal range 28-504mm (18.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.6 -
Macro focus range 2cm -
Available lenses - 143
Crop factor 5.8 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 99% 95%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.49x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.40 m 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) -
Max video resolution 1280x720 None
Video file format 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 437 grams (0.96 lb) 674 grams (1.49 lb)
Dimensions 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 65
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.6
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.5
DXO Low light score not tested 595
Other
Battery model 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32
Storage slots One One
Retail price $260 $600