FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony H300
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony H300 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
- Launched February 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S2900HD
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Launched February 2014

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony H300 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S2800HD (14MP) and H300 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S2800HD was introduced 5 years prior to the H300 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the S2800HD scores vs the H300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony H300 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Sony H300
S2800HD | H300 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the FujiFilm S2800HD
H300 | S2800HD | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 49 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony H300
S2800HD | H300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2800HD features exterior measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Sony H300 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony H300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S2800HD versus the H300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and H300 is 75 and 63 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S2800HD and H300.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony H300 to provide more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged S2800HD will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony H300 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony H300 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
Also called | FinePix S2900HD | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 8.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 437 grams (0.96 lbs) | 590 grams (1.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
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 life | - | 350 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $260 | $249 |