Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S2950
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Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S2950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push 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

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S2950 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Casio EX-Z550 and FujiFilm S2950, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the S2950 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was introduced 12 months before the S2950 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-Z550 matches up against the S2950 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S2950 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & FujiFilm FinePix S2950. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & FujiFilm S2950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the FujiFilm S2950
EX-Z550 | S2950 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Casio EX-Z550
S2950 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and FujiFilm S2950
EX-Z550 | S2950 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S2950 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z550 has got exterior dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the FujiFilm S2950 has measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z550 and FujiFilm S2950 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z550 against the S2950.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and S2950 is 95 and 76 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S2950 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and S2950.
All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-Z550 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S2950 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs FujiFilm S2950 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 |
Alternate name | - | FinePix S2990 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 8.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 143 grams (0.32 lb) | 437 grams (0.96 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 300 photos |
Battery format | - | AA |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $149 | $330 |