FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm SL300
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm SL300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Also Known as FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 510g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Launched January 2012

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm SL300 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm S2950 versus Fujifilm SL300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both produced by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S2950 was announced 12 months prior to the Fujifilm SL300 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S2950 matches up against the Fujifilm SL300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm SL300 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Fujifilm FinePix SL300. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Fujifilm SL300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Fujifilm SL300
S2950 | Fujifilm SL300 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL300 over the FujiFilm S2950
Fujifilm SL300 | S2950 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm SL300
S2950 | Fujifilm SL300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm SL300 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Fujifilm SL300 has dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm S2950 versus Fujifilm SL300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S2950 against the Fujifilm SL300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and Fujifilm SL300 is 76 and 67 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm SL300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and Fujifilm SL300.
As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you have to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older S2950 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm SL300 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm SL300 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix SL300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm FinePix SL300 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S2990 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-05 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437 grams (0.96 lb) | 510 grams (1.12 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") |
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 shots | 300 shots |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-85 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $330 | $280 |