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FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2

Portability
76
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 front
 
Leica V-Lux 2 front
Portability
67
Imaging
37
Features
52
Overall
43

FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Key Specs

FujiFilm S2950
(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
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Also Known as FinePix S2990
Leica V-Lux 2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
  • 520g - 124 x 80 x 95mm
  • Revealed September 2010
  • Replacement is Leica V-Lux 3
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Overview

The following is a in depth analysis of the FujiFilm S2950 versus Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was revealed 4 months after the V-Lux 2 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S2950 matches up versus the V-Lux 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Leica V-Lux 2

 S2950 V-Lux 2 

Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the FujiFilm S2950

 V-Lux 2 S2950 
Manual focus More precise focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Leica V-Lux 2

 S2950 V-Lux 2 
RevealedJanuary 2011September 2010Similar generation
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen size
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 features exterior measurements 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 Leica V-Lux 2 has dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm S2950 versus Leica V-Lux 2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S2950 against the V-Lux 2.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and V-Lux 2 is 76 and 67 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and V-Lux 2.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images although you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Portrait photography factors
Leica V-Lux 2 Portrait photography factors
35
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
provides face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
52
focusing manually
good resolution (14 megapixels)
saves RAW formats
small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm S2950
Street photography with Leica V-Lux 2
49
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
58
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
small sensor size (1/2.3")
more heavy than average in class (520g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Sports photography details
Leica V-Lux 2 Sports photography details
47
great zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
48
amazing zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm S2950
Travel photography with Leica V-Lux 2
60
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
long zoom (504mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
59
good resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
decently wide (25mm)
great reach (600mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than average in class (520g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Landscape photography camera
Leica V-Lux 2 as a Landscape photography camera
42
really wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
51
focusing manually
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
saves RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Vlogging factors
Leica V-Lux 2 Vlogging factors
27
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detect focus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic support
51
decently wide (25mm)
display is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone jack
more heavy than average in class (520 grams)
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2950 and Leica V-Lux 2
 FujiFilm FinePix S2950Leica V-Lux 2
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Leica
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S2950 Leica V-Lux 2
Otherwise known as FinePix S2990 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-01-05 2010-09-21
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 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-504mm (18.0x) 25-600mm (24.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-5.2
Macro focusing range 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display diagonal 3" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 11.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 8.00 m 9.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
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 pounds) 520 grams (1.15 pounds)
Physical dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 124 x 80 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7")
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 images -
Battery format AA -
Battery ID 4 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, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $330 $1,000