FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus 1s
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus 1s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase 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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 402g - 116 x 87 x 57mm
- Launched April 2015
- Superseded the Olympus 1

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus 1s Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the FujiFilm S2950 and Olympus 1s, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the 1s (12MP) is pretty similar but the S2950 (1/2.3") and 1s (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

The S2950 was brought out 5 years before the 1s which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S2950 matches up versus the 1s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus 1s Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Olympus Stylus 1s. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Olympus 1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Olympus 1s
S2950 | 1s |
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Reasons to pick Olympus 1s over the FujiFilm S2950
1s | S2950 | |||
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Launched | April 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 51 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Olympus 1s
S2950 | 1s | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus 1s Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2950 comes with exterior 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 1s has specifications of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm S2950 and Olympus 1s in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the S2950 versus the 1s.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and 1s is 76 and 79 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus 1s Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and 1s.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S2950 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the FujiFilm S2950 will offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged S2950 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus 1s Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Olympus Stylus 1s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Olympus Stylus 1s |
Also Known as | FinePix S2990 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2015-04-13 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 35 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 10.30 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-on, off, redeye reduction slow sync, full, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437g (0.96 lb) | 402g (0.89 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 116 x 87 x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | 450 shots |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $330 | $699 |