FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS45
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS45 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand 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
- Alternative Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 249g - 108 x 60 x 32mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ57
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS40
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS50

FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS45 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the FujiFilm S2950 and Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S2950 was unveiled 5 years prior to the ZS45 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S2950 scores against the ZS45 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS45 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Panasonic ZS45
S2950 | ZS45 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS45 over the FujiFilm S2950
ZS45 | S2950 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 48 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Panasonic ZS45
S2950 | ZS45 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS45 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 provides external 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 ZS45 has measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm S2950 and Panasonic ZS45 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S2950 versus the ZS45.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and ZS45 is 76 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS45 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and ZS45.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS45 to give you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged S2950 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS45 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS45 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 |
Other name | FinePix S2990 | Lumix DMC-TZ57 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 21 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437g (0.96 lb) | 249g (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 108 x 60 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 shots | 350 shots |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $330 | $300 |