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FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Portability
76
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
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FujiFilm FinePix S2950 front
 
Olympus SP-800 UZ front
Portability
69
Imaging
36
Features
35
Overall
35

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Key Specs

FujiFilm S2950
(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
  • Launched January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix S2990
Olympus SP-800 UZ
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 1000)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Newer Model is Olympus SP-810 UZ
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Overview

Its time to examine more in depth at the FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was revealed 12 months after the SP-800 UZ so they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the S2950 grades against the SP-800 UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ

 S2950 SP-800 UZ 
ReleasedJanuary 2011February 2010More modern by 12 months

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the FujiFilm S2950

 SP-800 UZ S2950 

Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Olympus SP-800 UZ

 S2950 SP-800 UZ 
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 enjoys external dimensions 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 Olympus SP-800 UZ has dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S2950 vs the SP-800 UZ.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and SP-800 UZ is 76 and 69 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and SP-800 UZ.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer S2950 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm S2950
Portrait photography with Olympus SP-800 UZ
35
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Street photography camera
Olympus SP-800 UZ as a Street photography camera
49
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
46
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus SP-800 UZ as a Sports photography camera
47
excellent zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
has tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
46
amazing zoom range (28-840mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
provides tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Travel photography information
Olympus SP-800 UZ Travel photography information
60
MP count good (14MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
very long reach (504mm)
missing Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
61
good MP (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
great zoom (840mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Landscape photography details
Olympus SP-800 UZ Landscape photography details
42
quite wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
41
fairly wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Vlogging camera
Olympus SP-800 UZ as a Vlogging camera
27
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focusing
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone port
24
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone support
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2950 and Olympus SP-800 UZ
 FujiFilm FinePix S2950Olympus SP-800 UZ
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Olympus
Model FujiFilm FinePix S2950 Olympus SP-800 UZ
Also called FinePix S2990 -
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2011-01-05 2010-02-02
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - 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 aliasing filter
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO 6400 1000
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 143
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-504mm (18.0x) 28-840mm (30.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-5.6
Macro focus range 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 97% -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 12 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 8.00 m 3.10 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
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) 455 gr (1.00 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6")
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 photos -
Form of battery AA -
Battery model 4 x AA Li-50B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (12 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD / SDHC SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $330 $270