FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm JZ100
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2012

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm JZ100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by FujiFilm. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S2950 was launched 12 months prior to the Fujifilm JZ100 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm JZ100 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S2950 grades vs the Fujifilm JZ100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Fujifilm FinePix JZ100. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Fujifilm JZ100
S2950 | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the FujiFilm S2950
Fujifilm JZ100 | S2950 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm JZ100
S2950 | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2950 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Fujifilm JZ100 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm JZ100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S2950 compared to the Fujifilm JZ100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and Fujifilm JZ100 is 76 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and Fujifilm JZ100.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of images though you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S2950 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 |
Also Known as | FinePix S2990 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-05 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
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) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | 2.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 437 gr (0.96 pounds) | 129 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $330 | $190 |