FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm X-S1
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-624mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 920g - 135 x 107 x 149mm
- Announced November 2011

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm X-S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are produced by FujiFilm. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) is very close but the S2950 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

The S2950 was released 10 months earlier than the Fujifilm X-S1 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S2950 matches up versus the Fujifilm X-S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Fujifilm X-S1. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Fujifilm X-S1
S2950 | Fujifilm X-S1 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S1 over the FujiFilm S2950
Fujifilm X-S1 | S2950 | |||
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Announced | November 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 10 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Fujifilm X-S1
S2950 | Fujifilm X-S1 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 has external 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 X-S1 has measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") and a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm X-S1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S2950 against the Fujifilm X-S1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and Fujifilm X-S1 is 76 and 52 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The pic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and Fujifilm X-S1.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S2950 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the FujiFilm S2950 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged S2950 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2950 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm X-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Fujifilm X-S1 |
Also Known as | FinePix S2990 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2011-11-24 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 2/3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-624mm (26.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | 100% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 8.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437 grams (0.96 lb) | 920 grams (2.03 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 135 x 107 x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 216 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-95 |
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 | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $330 | $399 |