FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase 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
- Additionally Known as FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 320 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 820g - 148 x 125 x 80mm
- Revealed August 2000
- Successor is Fujifilm S2 Pro

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Overview
Here, we are contrasting the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm S1 Pro, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro DSLR and they are both offered by FujiFilm. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the S2950 (14MP) and Fujifilm S1 Pro (3MP) and the S2950 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S1 Pro (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

The S2950 was launched 10 years after the Fujifilm S1 Pro which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm S1 Pro being a Large SLR camera.
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the S2950 matches up versus the Fujifilm S1 Pro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Fujifilm S1 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Fujifilm S1 Pro
S2950 | Fujifilm S1 Pro | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2000 | Newer by 127 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 200k | Sharper display (+30k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1 Pro over the FujiFilm S2950
Fujifilm S1 Pro | S2950 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm S1 Pro
S2950 | Fujifilm S1 Pro | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2950 has outside dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S1 Pro has proportions of 148mm x 125mm x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm S1 Pro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S2950 compared to the Fujifilm S1 Pro.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and Fujifilm S1 Pro is 76 and 56 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S2950 and Fujifilm S1 Pro.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S2950 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the FujiFilm S2950 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher S2950 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro |
Also called as | FinePix S2990 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro DSLR |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2000-08-08 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 3MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3040 x 2016 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 320 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 309 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 200k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 90 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 15.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/125 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437 gr (0.96 pounds) | 820 gr (1.81 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 148 x 125 x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") |
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 | 300 photos | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $330 | $2,000 |