Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S2950
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Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S2950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released May 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Announced January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix S2990
Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S2950 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S2950, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the S2950 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SX150 IS was launched 17 months later than the S2950 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX150 IS matches up against the S2950 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S2950 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & FujiFilm FinePix S2950. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & FujiFilm S2950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the FujiFilm S2950
SX150 IS | S2950 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | January 2011 | Fresher by 17 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Canon SX150 IS
S2950 | SX150 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and FujiFilm S2950
SX150 IS | S2950 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S2950 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX150 IS offers physical dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S2950 has sizing of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S2950 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX150 IS vs the S2950.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and S2950 is 86 and 76 respectively.
Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S2950 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and S2950.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you would want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger SX150 IS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon SX150 IS vs FujiFilm S2950 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 |
Alternate name | - | FinePix S2990 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-05-14 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 8.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 lbs) | 437 grams (0.96 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 images | 300 images |
Battery form | AA | AA |
Battery model | 2 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $249 | $330 |