Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2
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![Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR front Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-F800EXR/Fujifilm-F800EXR-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 232g - 105 x 63 x 36mm
- Released July 2012
- Old Model is Fujifilm F770EXR
- Later Model is Fujifilm F900EXR
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
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Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm F800EXR versus Panasonic S2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F800EXR (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm F800EXR (1/2") and S2 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.
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The Fujifilm F800EXR was introduced 7 months later than the S2 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm F800EXR grades versus the S2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm F800EXR Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F800EXR over the Panasonic S2
Fujifilm F800EXR | S2 | |||
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Revealed | July 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 7 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Fujifilm F800EXR
S2 | Fujifilm F800EXR |
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Common features in the Fujifilm F800EXR and Panasonic S2
Fujifilm F800EXR | S2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F800EXR has outer dimensions of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).
See the Fujifilm F800EXR versus Panasonic S2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm F800EXR and the S2.
![Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 size comparison Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-F800EXR-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S2-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F800EXR and S2 is 90 and 96 respectively.
![Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-F800EXR-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F800EXR and S2.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F800EXR having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm F800EXR will provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm F800EXR will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 sensor size comparison Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-F800EXR-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-F800EXR-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-S2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm F800EXR vs Panasonic S2 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-07-25 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.70 m (Wide: 15 cm–3.7 m / Tele: 90 cm–2.4m) | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 232 gr (0.51 lbs) | 112 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 63 x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 41 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 143 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 280 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-50A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $330 | $109 |