FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S2900
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S2900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
- 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched July 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix Z808EXR
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Released January 2015

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S2900 Overview
Let's look closer at the FujiFilm Z800EXR versus Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the Z800EXR (12MP) and S2900 (20MP) and the Z800EXR (1/2") and S2900 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

The Z800EXR was announced 5 years prior to the S2900 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Z800EXR grades versus the S2900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S2900 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR & Nikon Coolpix S2900. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm Z800EXR Gallery & Nikon S2900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z800EXR over the Nikon S2900
Z800EXR | S2900 | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the FujiFilm Z800EXR
S2900 | Z800EXR | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 54 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Nikon S2900
Z800EXR | S2900 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S2900 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm Z800EXR enjoys external dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Nikon S2900 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm Z800EXR versus Nikon S2900 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z800EXR and the S2900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z800EXR and S2900 is 95 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S2900 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z800EXR and S2900.
Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z800EXR using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon S2900 will give greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged Z800EXR is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S2900 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Nikon S2900 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR | Nikon Coolpix S2900 |
Also referred to as | FinePix Z808EXR | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-07-21 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
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 | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.7 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 9cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158g (0.35 lb) | 119g (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 250 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $200 | $117 |