FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS7
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Introduced January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Announced July 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Updated by Panasonic ZS8
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The following is a comprehensive review of the FujiFilm S2950 and Panasonic ZS7, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S2950 was launched 6 months prior to the ZS7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S2950 matches up vs the ZS7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Panasonic ZS7
| S2950 | ZS7 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the FujiFilm S2950
| ZS7 | S2950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Panasonic ZS7
| S2950 | ZS7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2011 |  | July 2011 | Similar generation |
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 offers exterior dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S2950 versus the ZS7.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and ZS7 is 76 and 91 respectively.
FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and ZS7.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm S2950 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively.
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
| Also Known as | FinePix S2990 | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-07-19 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Venus Engine HD II |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-4.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.00 m | 5.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 437 gr (0.96 pounds) | 218 gr (0.48 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" 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 pictures | - |
| Battery form | AA | - |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $330 | $350 |
