FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SZ-11

Below, we are reviewing the FujiFilm S2950 versus Olympus SZ-11, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the SZ-11 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was launched 6 months prior to the SZ-11 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S2950 scores against the SZ-11 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Olympus SZ-11. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 has external measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-11 has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm S2950 versus Olympus SZ-11 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the S2950 and the SZ-11.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and SZ-11 is 76 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and SZ-11.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos though you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.