FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Previous Model is FujiFilm HS20 EXR
- Replacement is Fujifilm HS35EXR
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In this article, we are reviewing the FujiFilm S2950 versus Fujifilm HS30EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) is very close but the S2950 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") possess totally different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S2950 was released 12 months prior to the Fujifilm HS30EXR and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S2950 scores against the Fujifilm HS30EXR when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Fujifilm HS30EXR
| S2950 | Fujifilm HS30EXR |
|---|
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the FujiFilm S2950
| Fujifilm HS30EXR | S2950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2012 |  | January 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm HS30EXR
| S2950 | Fujifilm HS30EXR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither comes with Touch display |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 comes with external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Fujifilm HS30EXR has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") and a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S2950 versus Fujifilm HS30EXR in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S2950 vs the Fujifilm HS30EXR.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and Fujifilm HS30EXR is 76 and 59 respectively.
FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and Fujifilm HS30EXR.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S2950 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Fujifilm HS30EXR will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged S2950 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
| Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR |
| Also Known as | FinePix S2990 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-05 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | EXR |
| Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.6 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97% | 100% |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.00 m | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 437g (0.96 lb) | 687g (1.51 lb) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") |
| 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 shots | - |
| Style of battery | AA | - |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-W126 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat）) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $330 | $430 |