FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm SL240

Its time to take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm SL240, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are sold by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the Fujifilm SL240 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S2950 scores versus the Fujifilm SL240 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Fujifilm FinePix SL240. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Fujifilm SL240 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 provides exterior 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) whilst the Fujifilm SL240 has measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm SL240 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S2950 compared to the Fujifilm SL240.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2950 and Fujifilm SL240 is 76 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and Fujifilm SL240.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you may want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S2950 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.