Canon G3 X vs FujiFilm S2950

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon G3 X versus FujiFilm S2950, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and S2950 (14MP) and the G3 X (1") and S2950 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The G3 X was introduced 4 years after the S2950 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G3 X scores vs the S2950 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G3 X and FujiFilm FinePix S2950. The whole galleries are available at Canon G3 X Gallery and FujiFilm S2950 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G3 X enjoys exterior dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) while the FujiFilm S2950 has dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G3 X versus FujiFilm S2950 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the G3 X against the S2950.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G3 X and S2950 is 60 and 76 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The pic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 X and S2950.

As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G3 X with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon G3 X will give more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher G3 X will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.