Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm S2950
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm S2950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Released September 2012
(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
- Also referred to as FinePix S2990

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm S2950 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus FujiFilm S2950, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the S2950 (14MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was introduced 21 months after the S2950 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR1000 grades versus the S2950 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm S2950 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & FujiFilm FinePix S2950. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & FujiFilm S2950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the FujiFilm S2950
EX-ZR1000 | S2950 | |||
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Announced | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 21 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
S2950 | EX-ZR1000 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and FujiFilm S2950
EX-ZR1000 | S2950 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm S2950 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR1000 provides external dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the FujiFilm S2950 has proportions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus FujiFilm S2950 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR1000 against the S2950.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and S2950 is 90 and 76 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm S2950 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR1000 and S2950.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR1000 to result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR1000 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs FujiFilm S2950 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 |
Also called as | - | FinePix S2990 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-09-25 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 8.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 255g (0.56 pounds) | 437g (0.96 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 shots | 300 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NP-130 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $572 | $330 |