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FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic FZ47

Portability
76
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 front
Portability
68
Imaging
36
Features
45
Overall
39

FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic FZ47 Key Specs

FujiFilm S2950
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix S2990
Panasonic FZ47
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
  • 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
  • Revealed July 2011
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ48
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic FZ47 Overview

Lets take a deeper look at the FujiFilm S2950 versus Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was announced 6 months earlier than the FZ47 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S2950 matches up vs the FZ47 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Panasonic FZ47

 S2950 FZ47 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the FujiFilm S2950

 FZ47 S2950 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Panasonic FZ47

 S2950 FZ47 
RevealedJanuary 2011July 2011Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display size
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic FZ47 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 offers 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) whilst the Panasonic FZ47 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

See the FujiFilm S2950 versus Panasonic FZ47 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S2950 and the FZ47.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic FZ47 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and FZ47 is 76 and 68 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic FZ47 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic FZ47 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and FZ47.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the FujiFilm S2950 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic FZ47 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic FZ47 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic FZ47 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Portrait photography features
Panasonic FZ47 Portrait photography features
35
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
38
focusing manually
high flash sync (1/2,000 seconds)
offers face detect focus
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Street photography details
Panasonic FZ47 Street photography details
49
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
43
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than others (498 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Sports photography details
Panasonic FZ47 Sports photography details
47
amazing zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
43
incredible zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
offers tracking focus
better than average battery pack (400 per charge)
max fps very slow (4.0 frames/s)
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FZ47 as a Travel photography camera
60
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
great zoom (504mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
52
better than average battery pack (400 CIPA)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
great reach (600mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than others (498 grams)
MP count low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FZ47 as a Landscape photography camera
42
really wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
43
focusing manually
really wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
better than average battery pack (400 CIPA)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Vlogging factors
Panasonic FZ47 Vlogging factors
27
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focusing
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic support
27
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
doesn't have microphone socket
more heavy than others (498 grams)
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic FZ47 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2950 and Panasonic FZ47
 FujiFilm FinePix S2950Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S2950 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47
Also referred to as FinePix S2990 Lumix DMC-FZ48
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2011-01-05 2011-07-21
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-504mm (18.0x) 25-600mm (24.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-5.2
Macro focusing range 2cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent 100 percent
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 4.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 8.00 m 9.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/2000 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 437 gr (0.96 pounds) 498 gr (1.10 pounds)
Physical dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6")
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 photographs 400 photographs
Battery type AA Battery Pack
Battery ID 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures))
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at release $330 $379