FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S8600
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S8600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump 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
- Also referred to as FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-900mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 450g - 121 x 81 x 65mm
- Revealed January 2014
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Here, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm S8600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both produced by FujiFilm. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S2950 was revealed 4 years prior to the Fujifilm S8600 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the S2950 grades vs the Fujifilm S8600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S8600 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Fujifilm FinePix S8600. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Fujifilm S8600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Fujifilm S8600
| S2950 | Fujifilm S8600 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8600 over the FujiFilm S2950
| Fujifilm S8600 | S2950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2014 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 36 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm S8600
| S2950 | Fujifilm S8600 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S8600 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2950 has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8600 has sizing of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") having a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm S8600 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S2950 against the Fujifilm S8600.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and Fujifilm S8600 is 76 and 76 respectively.
FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S8600 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S2950 and Fujifilm S8600.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm S8600 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged S2950 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S8600 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
| Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix S8600 |
| Alternative name | FinePix S2990 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-06 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-900mm (36.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.9-6.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 2cm | 7cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.00 m | 6.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 | 437g (0.96 pounds) | 450g (0.99 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 121 x 81 x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 photos | 410 photos |
| Battery form | AA | AA |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | 3 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $330 | $200 |