FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SH-1
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SH-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Revealed March 2014
- Successor is Olympus SH-2
FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SH-1 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the FujiFilm S2950 versus Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S2950 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the SH-1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S2950 scores vs the SH-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SH-1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Olympus Stylus SH-1. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Olympus SH-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Olympus SH-1
S2950 | SH-1 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the FujiFilm S2950
SH-1 | S2950 | |||
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Revealed | March 2014 | January 2011 | Fresher by 39 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Olympus SH-1
S2950 | SH-1 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SH-1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 offers outer measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-1 has measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm S2950 versus Olympus SH-1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S2950 against the SH-1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and SH-1 is 76 and 88 respectively.
FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SH-1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and SH-1.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus SH-1 to render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The older S2950 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SH-1 Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Olympus SH-1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 |
Also called as | FinePix S2990 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
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 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 437 grams (0.96 pounds) | 271 grams (0.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 380 images |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $330 | $349 |