FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 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
- Revealed January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix S2990
(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

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").

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.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Leica V-Lux 2. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Leica V-Lux 2
S2950 | V-Lux 2 |
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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the FujiFilm S2950
V-Lux 2 | S2950 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Leica V-Lux 2
S2950 | V-Lux 2 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | September 2010 | Similar generation |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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.

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FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Leica V-Lux 2 | |
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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 |