Reasons to choose FinePix S2980
Released in 2011, FinePix S2980 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 14 MP effective resolution, and a 0 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Fujifilm FinePix S2980
vs Fujifilm FinePix XP100
VS
Sensor area
28 mm²
FinePix S298028 mm²
FinePix XP100- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The FinePix S2980 and FinePix XP100 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 1 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
FinePix S2980MetricFinePix XP100
14 MPEffective pixels14.4 MP
6.16 × 4.62Sensor6.16 × 4.62
1.43 µmPixel pitch1.41 µm
2.03 µm²Pixel area1.98 µm²
49.19 MP/cm²Pixel density50.6 MP/cm²
5.62Crop factor5.62
—Maximum video—
—Weight—
—StorageSDHC, SDXC, Secure Digital
—BatteryLi-Ion Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The FinePix S2980 and FinePix XP100 have the same sensor area. The FinePix S2980 and FinePix XP100 have the same body weight. The FinePix XP100 has the higher effective resolution. The FinePix XP100 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose FinePix XP100
Released in 2012, FinePix XP100 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 14.4 MP effective resolution, and a 0 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.