FujiFilm S2950 vs Nikon P1000

Here is a detailed review of the FujiFilm S2950 versus Nikon P1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the P1000 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was revealed 8 years before the P1000 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S2950 matches up vs the P1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Nikon Coolpix P1000. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Nikon P1000 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2950 has got outside measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Nikon P1000 has specifications of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") having a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm S2950 versus Nikon P1000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S2950 and the P1000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and P1000 is 76 and 49 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and P1000.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon P1000 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older S2950 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.