FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 3
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 3 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
- Introduced January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 81 x 95mm
- Launched December 2011
- Earlier Model is Leica V-Lux 2
- Refreshed by Leica V-Lux 4
Photography Glossary FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm S2950 and Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the V-Lux 3 (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe S2950 was launched 11 months earlier than the V-Lux 3 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the S2950 matches up versus the V-Lux 3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Leica V-Lux 3. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Leica V-Lux 3
| S2950 | V-Lux 3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 3 over the FujiFilm S2950
| V-Lux 3 | S2950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | December 2011 |  | January 2011 | More recent by 11 months |
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Leica V-Lux 3
| S2950 | V-Lux 3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
| Touch screen |  | Neither has Touch screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 has exterior measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 3 has dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S2950 and Leica V-Lux 3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S2950 compared to the V-Lux 3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and V-Lux 3 is 76 and 67 respectively.
FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The visual here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and V-Lux 3.
To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the FujiFilm S2950 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older S2950 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Leica V-Lux 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Leica |
| Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
| Otherwise known as | FinePix S2990 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-12-08 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.2 |
| Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97% | 100% |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 12.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.00 m | 9.50 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 exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 437 gr (0.96 pounds) | 540 gr (1.19 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 124 x 81 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 pictures | 410 pictures |
| Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | BP-DC 9 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $330 | $949 |