FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S4800

Let's take a deeper look at the FujiFilm S2950 versus Fujifilm S4800, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was introduced 3 years before the Fujifilm S4800 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S2950 grades vs the Fujifilm S4800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Fujifilm FinePix S4800. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Fujifilm S4800 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2950 comes with outside measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Fujifilm S4800 has sizing of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S2950 and the Fujifilm S4800.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S2950 and Fujifilm S4800 is 76 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2950 and Fujifilm S4800.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Fujifilm S4800 to offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older S2950 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.