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FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-610UZ

Portability
76
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 front
 
Olympus SP-610UZ front
Portability
79
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Key Specs

FujiFilm S2950
(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
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Alternate Name is FinePix S2990
Olympus SP-610UZ
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
  • 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Previous Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
  • Newer Model is Olympus SP-620 UZ
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Overview

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the FujiFilm S2950 and Olympus SP-610UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was brought out very close to the SP-610UZ which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S2950 matches up against the SP-610UZ in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Olympus SP-610UZ

 S2950 SP-610UZ 

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the FujiFilm S2950

 SP-610UZ S2950 

Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Olympus SP-610UZ

 S2950 SP-610UZ 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2011Same generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2950 features outer measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Olympus SP-610UZ has specifications of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm S2950 and Olympus SP-610UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S2950 versus the SP-610UZ.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-610UZ size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and SP-610UZ is 76 and 79 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-610UZ top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and SP-610UZ.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you really should take the release date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-610UZ sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus SP-610UZ as a Portrait photography camera
35
megapixel count good (14MP)
includes face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Street photography information
Olympus SP-610UZ Street photography information
49
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
50
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Sports photography highlights
Olympus SP-610UZ Sports photography highlights
47
excellent zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
includes tracking focus
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
39
excellent zoom range (28-616mm 22.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Travel photography camera
Olympus SP-610UZ as a Travel photography camera
60
megapixel count good (14MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
very long reach (504mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
61
decent megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
very long reach (616mm)
missing Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Landscape photography details
Olympus SP-610UZ Landscape photography details
42
quite wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
40
really wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Vlogging highlights
Olympus SP-610UZ Vlogging highlights
27
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect autofocus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic support
26
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone port
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2950 and Olympus SP-610UZ
 FujiFilm FinePix S2950Olympus SP-610UZ
General Information
Make FujiFilm Olympus
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S2950 Olympus SP-610UZ
Also referred to as FinePix S2990 -
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-01-06
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - TruePic III
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 11
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-504mm (18.0x) 28-616mm (22.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.3-5.7
Macro focusing distance 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 97% -
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 8.00 m 6.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
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 gr (0.96 lb) 405 gr (0.89 lb)
Physical dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 pictures 340 pictures
Battery form AA AA
Battery ID 4 x AA 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $330 $299