Fuji FinePix S2500
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We've given the S2500 a grade of A-.
Read why: Editor's comments
Read why: Editor's comments
This product is ranked
| 26th | of 113 | in $0 - $200 |
| 13th | of 31 | in Extended Zoom |
| 8th | of 24 | in Fuji |
| 38th | of 104 | in 11 & 12 Megapixels |
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Editors' Comments
The S2500 is one of Fuji's bridge models for 2010 -- a big 18x zoom that shoots HD video. Though it's not as slim as some other extended-zoom cameras from competing manufacturers, Fuji does have a good reputation with this genre. If you want a huge zoom for $250 and don't mind a chunky body made of cheap plastic, give the S2500 a look. The only difference we can discern between this model and the slightly cheaper S1800 is that this one has an HDMI output--if displaying your HD videos on a TV matters to you, this is probably worth the extra money.
Specifications
- 12 megapixels
- 18x optical zoom
- Dual image stabilization
- 3-inch LCD monitor
- Electronic viewfinder
- 720p HD video
- Continuous shooting up to 8 fps
- HDMI output
- Captures to SD/SDHC memory cards
- 4x AA batteries
Product Information
| Manufacturer | Fuji |
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| Release Date | Feb 28, 2010 |
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Fuji FinePix S2500 Comments & Questions (write your own!)
r leon (03/07/2010)
whats the difference between the fine pix s2500 and the finepix s1500?
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by James DeRuvo (03/10/2010)
About 2 extra MP, but you won't even notice it unless you're printing sizes above 8x10.
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frasier (04/26/2010)
does the fuji s2500 zoom in movie mode?
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by James DeRuvo (04/27/2010)
Most don't. This is because the mics are omnidirectional and cheap and can actually pick up the motor noise. But camera makers are overcoming this over time. I do know the S700 was able to, so that leads me to believe the S2500 will to boot.
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Anthony (04/29/2010)
which is better the Fine Pix S2500 or the Panasonic FZ35 ? which should i buy?
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by James DeRuvo (04/30/2010)
Panasonic is making some spanking cameras right now. Given the choice of the two, I'd be going in the Panasonic direction.
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Anthony (04/30/2010)
Thank you so much. now i can stop reading reviews.
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neeraj tiwari (05/14/2010)
which is better the fujifilm finepix S2500HD or Nikon coolpix L110 ?
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by James DeRuvo (05/14/2010)
According to Photography Blog -
"Image quality, although not the best in class, is also up to scratch, with a usable ISO range of 64-400 with 800 as a backup, commendably little sign of purple-fringing, an effective image stabilisation system, and good exposures in most situations. Only the rather obvious barrel distortion and visible softness towards the edges at wide-angle settings detract from what is otherwise a solid performance."
photographyblog.com/reviews...
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"Image quality, although not the best in class, is also up to scratch, with a usable ISO range of 64-400 with 800 as a backup, commendably little sign of purple-fringing, an effective image stabilisation system, and good exposures in most situations. Only the rather obvious barrel distortion and visible softness towards the edges at wide-angle settings detract from what is otherwise a solid performance."
photographyblog.com/reviews...
neeraj tiwari (05/18/2010)
thanks again, one last Q is when i have only two choise ie.nikon L110 & fuji S2500hd which one is better ?Thanks
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Waste of money (sandy — 05/18/2010)
i am not satisfied with camera clarity
i wasted money :(
plz suggest me some good settings for this camera
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i wasted money :(
plz suggest me some good settings for this camera
by James DeRuvo (05/20/2010)
It may be you haven't gotten used to how it works. Give the manual a good long read. Then, practice the rule of thirds and prefocusing. Check out your programmed settings. Often they are far better suited than just going on Auto.
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neeraj tiwari (05/18/2010)
thanks again, one last Q is when i have only two choise ie.nikon L110 & fuji S2500hd which one is better ?Thanks
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Liam McCabe (05/19/2010)
Fuji for sure.
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Nikon L110 is better than Fuji S2500 (Gadadhar — 06/26/2010)
I think, Nikon L110 is better than Fuji S2500
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neeraj tiwari (05/24/2010)
is it not possible to use optical Zoom during HD video recording? ( fuji s2500hd & s1800).
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by James DeRuvo (05/25/2010)
Some have that feature, but usually that isn't available because the movement of the zoom motor can be picked up on the camera's microphone.
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Two choises (Maher Refaat — 05/24/2010)
I have two choises,kodak easy share Z981 & fuji finepix S2500 which one is better? thanks a lot.
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Liam McCabe (05/25/2010)
We haven't reviewed either one of them, so I don't want to comment personally, but both seem to be getting decent, if not stellar reviews. Anybody have any input?
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Fuji S2500 (Bill — 05/26/2010)
Camera is great but it does not have a flash hot shoe. Shutter will not go lower than 8 seconds which will not allow bulb setting.
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joe (06/29/2010)
whats the difference between the s2550 and the s1800?
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by James DeRuvo (06/30/2010)
The S2550 has an HDMI connector. Comparing the specs of the two, that's all I can see as a difference.
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ryan (06/29/2010)
i want big mps and big zoom. i like the look of the S2500 and the S1800 but i want some input on what is the best camera, of any maker, for around $200 and hopefully with the same look.
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by James DeRuvo (06/29/2010)
Don't fall for the "more MP is better" myth. Because that's what it is, a myth. The fact is that unless your camera gets a larger CCD along with that larger amount of MP, all more MP does is make the camera less sensitive to light, not more. Add to that the longer the lens is, the slower it is, and you have a recipe for underexposed, noisy images.
Having said that, for your pricepoint, I like the Panasonic FH20.
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Having said that, for your pricepoint, I like the Panasonic FH20.
Maria (07/02/2010)
I am looking into the Fuji S2550HD for my 14 year old who has been dabbling in photography with his Cannon Sure Shot for the past 2 years. I am looking for a more significant zoom with clear images for when he takes his scenic photos. Getting mixed feelings about the reviews of the Fuji cameras. Any suggestions?
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Chris Weigl (07/02/2010)
The Fuji has gotten pretty good reviews although there are some reports that it's a little slow. Have you talked with your son about the purchase? I ask because he may very well want a more compact camera than something like the bulky, unpocketable s2500. Although long zooms look good on paper, they actually aren't all that handy for day to day shooting. Shooting at any more than 300mm handheld will be a challenge anyway (the s2500 goes to 500mm).
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Maria (07/04/2010)
I haven't spoken with my son as this was going to be a surprise for his eighth grade graduation. He already has the hand held compact camera so I was hoping to get him something a little more advanced. We often go on hikes and he has a real artistic eye so the camera he has is not quite good enough for those situations. He has voiced an interest in possibly minoring in photography when he goes to college for animation so I wanted to get him something that would allow for good 8 x 10's for him to start a photography portfolio. I don't want to go to the more advanced camera's just yet in case he changes his mind. My concern is that the photos will not be good enough to enlarge. Is the S2550HD a good camera for his needs?
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by James DeRuvo (07/06/2010)
Another point and shoot, even a larger lensed one really isn't going to help him. He needs a DSLR which will give him not only manual options, but a faster lens and RAW capability. If a new DSLR is outside your pricerange, then perhaps you'd be served to get an older DSLR like a Canon XS. Then, as he improves, he can get a better body and still use the lenses he has.
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picture quality of fuji s2500 (billr — 07/05/2010)
I plan to take wildlife pictures and enlarge them to 8x10 or 10x14 or bigger if possible. Has anybody done this with this camera and how good are they. I am comparing this to Canon sx20 with similar zoom and mp, and Nikon p100 that has less mp and more zoom. Is this fuji comparable?
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by James DeRuvo (07/06/2010)
THe Nikon P series has trouble in low light. So I'd go with the SX20.
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A Question Over Cameras . . . (Kitty — 07/15/2010)
I'm a novice photographer, and I'd like to invest in a good-quality (but cheap) camera. I would like versatility so I'd be able to take good macro, portrait, and landscape shots. I'd like to know what anyone would recommend as I'm torn between the Fuji s1600, s2500, s8100sd.
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Chris Weigl (07/16/2010)
The s8100 is an older model, but if you're okay with the slightly larger and heavier body you can probably find it discounted. Between the other two it's really a toss up. They're about equivalent, although neither is especially noteworthy. I'm not entirely convinced you need a superzoom like these. You would be better served by a smaller camera with possibly less zoom but a faster lens and better image quality.
Take a look at the panasonic ZS5.
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Take a look at the panasonic ZS5.
Kitty (07/18/2010)
Hmm . . . I definitely like the ZS5, especially all the cool modes and custom options, but I think a camera that takes AA batteries would be a better fit for me. That way I could carry batteries with me in case they run out, instead of having to wait until I get home to charge the camera. I'm new to photography, but I would like to get a nice camera that would allow me to grow my skills and become more serious, instead of a simple point-and-shoot that I've had before; if you think the ZS5 is a better camera than the s8100 or the s1800, I'm wondering if there's anything similar to ZS5 that takes AAs.
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Multiple Speed Shots (John — 07/24/2010)
Is this camera any good for taking action shots - for example I am looking for something good (but low cost) that can take multiple shots for taking pictures of horses showjumping.
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by James DeRuvo (07/29/2010)
Shutter lag isn't bad at about .39, but the continuous shooting speed is only 1.3 fps. Then again, you won't get much better unless you use a DSLR.
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