FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S2 Pro
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost 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
- Other Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 142 x 131 x 80mm
- Introduced August 2002
- Older Model is Fujifilm S1 Pro
- Updated by Fujifilm S3 Pro

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Overview
Below, we will be matching up the FujiFilm S2950 versus Fujifilm S2 Pro, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro DSLR and they are both produced by FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the S2950 (14MP) and Fujifilm S2 Pro (6MP) and the S2950 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S2 Pro (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

The S2950 was revealed 8 years later than the Fujifilm S2 Pro and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm S2 Pro being a Large SLR camera.
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S2950 matches up versus the Fujifilm S2 Pro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Fujifilm S2 Pro
S2950 | Fujifilm S2 Pro | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2002 | Fresher by 103 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 117k | Sharper screen (+113k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S2 Pro over the FujiFilm S2950
Fujifilm S2 Pro | S2950 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm S2 Pro
S2950 | Fujifilm S2 Pro | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2950 provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Fujifilm S2 Pro has sizing of 142mm x 131mm x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S2950 versus Fujifilm S2 Pro in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the S2950 versus the Fujifilm S2 Pro.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2950 and Fujifilm S2 Pro is 76 and 56 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S2950 and Fujifilm S2 Pro.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S2950 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the FujiFilm S2950 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher S2950 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro |
Also called | FinePix S2990 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro DSLR |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2002-08-02 |
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 | 14 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4256 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 1.8" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 117k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 92 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 15.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/125s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437 gr (0.96 pounds) | 850 gr (1.87 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 142 x 131 x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $330 | $2,000 |