FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony HX30V Comparison

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FujiFilm S2800HD

14 MP | 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CCD Sensor

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18 MP | 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS Sensor

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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony HX30V Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing S2800HD and HX30V, two Small Sensor Superzoom cameras from FujiFilm and Sony. Both cameras have 1/2.3-inch sensors but FujiFilm S2800HD has a 14.0 MP and Sony HX30V has a 18.0 MP resolution. FujiFilm S2800HD was introduced to market in February 2010 and Sony HX30V was launched in February 2012. As you can see, S2800HD is 2 years older than HX30V. Let's see if this age difference between two cameras makes a big difference.

Here is a brief look at the main features of FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V before getting into our more detailed comparison.

FujiFilm S2800HD Key Specs

Announcement Date: 2010-02-02

14MP - 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor

ISO 64 - 1600 ( expands to 6400)

28-504 mm F3.1-5.6 Zoom Lens

Sensor-shift Image Stabilization

3" Fixed Type Screen

Electronic viewfinder

1 fps continuous shooting

HD - 1280 x 720 video resolution

437g. 110 x 74 x 82 mm

Also known as FinePix S2900HD

Sony HX30V Key Specs

Announcement Date: 2012-02-28

18MP - 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor

ISO 100 - 12800

25-500 mm F3.2-5.8 Zoom Lens

Optical Image Stabilization

3" Fixed Type Screen

10 fps continuous shooting

Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video resolution

Built-in Wireless

Built-in GPS

254g. 107 x 62 x 35 mm

Replaced Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V Compare

Sony HX30V was replaced by Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. You may also be interested in these comparisons:
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V vs FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD (FinePix S2900HD)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.

Reasons to choose FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

Viewfinder	Electronic vs None	Better framing and control
Max Mech. Shutter	1/2000s vs 1/1600s	faster mechanical shutter
Focal Length - Tele	504mm vs 500mm	4 mm longer tele reach
Max Aperture - Wide	3.10 vs 3.20	faster lens at wide
Max Aperture - Tele	5.60 vs 5.80	faster lens at tele
Sensor Pixel Area	2.04µm² vs 1.56µm²	30% larger pixel area

Reasons to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V over FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD

Wireless Connection	Built-In vs None	Better connectivity
GPS	BuiltIn vs None	track your location
Face Detection Focus	Yes vs No	very handy for portraits
Max Sensor Resolution	18 MP vs 14 MP	28% more pixels
Max ISO	12.800 vs 1.600	700% higher Max ISO
LCD Screen Resolution	922k dots vs 230k dots	300% higher resolution screen
Continuous Shooting	10.0fps vs 1.0fps	9 fps faster
Weight	254 g vs 437 g	183 g lighter
Focal Length - Wide	25mm vs 28mm	3 mm wider coverage
Optical Zoom	20× vs 18×	more flexible focal coverage
Flash Coverage	7.1m vs 4.4m	2.7m longer range
Max Video Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Video

Common Strengths of FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

Image Stabilization	Sensor-shift vs Optical	Sharper images at longer focal lengths and long exposures
Built-in Flash	Yes vs Yes	Useful in low-light
Manual Exposure	Yes vs Yes	better exposure control
Focal Length - Tele	504mm vs 500mm	Very good Telezoom

Common Weaknesses of FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

Fixed Screen	Fixed Type vs No	No flexible viewing angles
External Flash Shoe	No vs No	Not suitable for flash photography
RAW Support	No vs No	Lower image quality
Environmental Sealing	No vs No	not suitable for tough conditions

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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony HX30V: Physical Specs and Body features Comparison

Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs. In this section, We are going to illustrate FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. FujiFilm S2800HD has external dimensions of 110 x 74 x 82 mm (4.33 x 2.91 x 3.23″) and weighs 437 g (0.96 lb / 15.41 oz) (including batteries). Sony HX30V has external dimensions of 107 x 62 x 35 mm (4.21 x 2.44 x 1.38″) and weighs 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz) (including batteries).

Below you can see the front view size comparison of FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V. Sony HX30V is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 3mm narrower, 12mm shorter and 47mm thinner than FujiFilm S2800HD.

Comparison image of FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View

Here is the back view size comparison of FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V.

Comparison image of FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V Size and Weight - Back View

Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Sony HX30V is significantly lighter (183g ) than the FujiFilm S2800HD which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.

Weight Comparison

Compact Cameras

S2800HD

HX30V

Min

Average

Max

Thickness Comparison

Compact Cameras

S2800HD

HX30V

Min

Average

Max

Weather Sealing

Unfortunately neither FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD (FinePix S2900HD) nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections:
Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing

LCD Screen Size and Features

FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".

Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony HX30V: Sensor Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD has a 14.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized CCD sensor . On the other hand, Sony HX30V has a 18.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor and features BIONZ processor.

Below you can see the S2800HD and HX30V sensor size comparison.

Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V Cameras

FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V have sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture. On the other hand, since FujiFilm S2800HD has 30% larger pixel area compared to Sony HX30V, it has potential to collect more light on pixel level hence have less noise in low light / High ISO images.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony HX30V Lens Specs Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD features a 28-504 mm F3.1-5.6 18× zoom lens whereas Sony HX30V features a 25-500 mm F3.2-5.8 20× zoom lens.

Sony HX30V has 3mm wider coverage than the FujiFilm S2800HD. On the other hand, with a max aperture of f3.10, FujiFilm S2800HD is faster at widest end. On the tele end, FujiFilm S2800HD has 4mm longer reach than the Sony HX30V. At f5.60, it is also faster at tele end.

Wide Coverage

DSLR-Like Cameras

S2800HD

HX30V

Widest - Samsung WB2200F

Average

Telezoom

Compact Cameras

S2800HD

HX30V

Longest - Nikon P1000

Average

Max Aperture at Tele

Compact Cameras

S2800HD

HX30V

Fastest - Olympus 1

Average

Max Aperture at Wide

Compact Cameras

S2800HD

HX30V

Fastest - Sony RX10 III

Average

What types of Photography are FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V Good for?

In this section, we rank and compare FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

FujiFilm S2800HD for Portrait Photography

POOR

Sony HX30V for Portrait Photography

POOR

Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 14.0MP
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Manual Focus Mode
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Very High Resolution Sensor: 18.0MP
Image Stabilization
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
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FujiFilm S2800HD for Street Photography

GOOD

Sony HX30V for Street Photography

GOOD

Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Live-view
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Medium sized Body
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Manual Focus Mode
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Image Stabilization
Manual Focus Mode
Small Body
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Built-in Viewfinder
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FujiFilm S2800HD for Sports Photography

AVERAGE

Sony HX30V for Sports Photography

POOR

Image Stabilization
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Exposure Mode
504 mm Tele Lens
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Manual Focus Mode
Slow Continuous Shooting: 1.0fps
Environmental Sealings
Focus Points
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Image Stabilization
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 10.0fps
Wireless Connection
500 mm Tele Lens
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Slow Max shutter speed: 1/1600s
9 Focus Points
Slow Lens at Tele: f5.80
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FujiFilm S2800HD for Daily Photography

AVERAGE

Sony HX30V for Daily Photography

GOOD

18.0X Optical Zoom
Medium size Body
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
437g
Body Thickness 82mm
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Compact Body
254g
20.0X Optical Zoom
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
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FujiFilm S2800HD for Landscape Photography

POOR

Sony HX30V for Landscape Photography

POOR

Manual Exposure Mode
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 14.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Manual Focus Mode
No Environmental Sealings
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Very High Resolution Sensor: 18.0MP
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Built-in GPS
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Environmental Sealings
Read the details

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Sony HX30V: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far but in case you wonder how we rated FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 63 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how FujiFilm S2800HD and Sony HX30V scores compare:

FujiFilm S2800HD

Imaging

Features

Value

Portability

Overall

Ranked #94 out of 113 in SLR-like (bridge) cameras
Ranked #746 out of 1226 in all Cameras

Sony HX30V

Imaging

Features

Value

Portability

Overall

Ranked #101 out of 475 in Compact cameras
Ranked #575 out of 1226 in all Cameras

Sony HX30V is the clear winner of this comparison. It has a higher Overall Score and beats FujiFilm S2800HD in all criteria.
It has better general image quality, more features, more compact body and offers more value for the money

Sony HX30V vs FujiFilm S2800HD Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

General	FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD	Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V
Brand	FujiFilm	Sony
Announced	2010-02-02	2012-02-28
Body Type	SLR-like (bridge)	Compact
Sensor
Type	CCD	BSI-CMOS
Size	1/2.3-inch	1/2.3-inch
Dimensions	6.17 x 4.55 mm	6.17 x 4.55 mm
Area	28.07mm²	28.07mm²
Megapixels	14 megapixels	18 megapixels
Max Resolution	4288 x 3216	4896 x 3672
Max Native Light sensitivity	1,600 ISO	12,800 ISO
Max Boosted Light Sensitivity	6400 ISO	-
Min Native Light sensitivity	64 ISO	100 ISO
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points	n/a	9
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount	fixed lens	fixed lens
Lens Focal Range	28-504 mm (18×)	25-500 mm (20×)
Max Aperture	F3.1-5.6	F3.2-5.8
Macro Focus Range	2cm	1cm
Screen
Type	Fixed type	Fixed type
Size	3"	3"
Resolution	230k dots	922k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder	Electronic	None
Viewfinder Coverage	99%	n/a
Photography Features
Max Mechanical Shutter	1/2000s	1/1600s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Image Stabilization	Sensor-shift	Optical
Built-in Flash
Flash Range	4.40 m	7.10 m
External Flash
Continuous Shooting	1.0 fps	10.0 fps
Multi-Segment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF-Area
Center Weighted
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution	1280 x 720	1920 x 1080
Video Formats	Motion JPEG	MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity	None	Built-In
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight	437g	254g
Dimensions	110 x 74 x 82mm	107 x 62 x 35mm
Battery Life	n/a	320 shots
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS	None	Built-in
DxO Sensor Scores
	Report a correction	Report a correction