FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S9900w
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S9900w Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push 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
- Alternate Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Launched January 2015

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S9900w Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm S2950 versus Fujifilm S9900w, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are offered by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S2950 was launched 5 years prior to the Fujifilm S9900w which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S2950 grades versus the Fujifilm S9900w with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S9900w Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Fujifilm S9900w. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Fujifilm S9900w Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Fujifilm S9900w
S2950 | Fujifilm S9900w |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9900w over the FujiFilm S2950
Fujifilm S9900w | S2950 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 49 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm S9900w
S2950 | Fujifilm S9900w | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S9900w Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2950 provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S9900w has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm S2950 versus Fujifilm S9900w in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S2950 compared to the Fujifilm S9900w.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and Fujifilm S9900w is 76 and 61 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S9900w Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and Fujifilm S9900w.
As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm S9900w to render more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged S2950 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S9900w Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm S9900w Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm S9900w | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm S9900w |
Also Known as | FinePix S2990 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
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) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 920k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1700s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 437 grams (0.96 lb) | 670 grams (1.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 300 photos |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $330 | $719 |