FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax VS20
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push 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
- Other Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Announced January 2012
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On this page, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm S2950 versus Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S2950 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the VS20 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S2950 matches up against the VS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Pentax Optio VS20. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Pentax VS20
| S2950 | VS20 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the FujiFilm S2950
| VS20 | S2950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2012 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Pentax VS20
| S2950 | VS20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither provides Touch screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2950 provides physical measurements 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 Pentax VS20 has specifications of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S2950 versus the VS20.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and VS20 is 76 and 90 respectively.
FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S2950 and VS20.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Pentax VS20 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S2950 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
| Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
| Other name | FinePix S2990 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-25 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 3 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-4.8 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2500 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.00 m | 2.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 437 gr (0.96 lb) | 235 gr (0.52 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 photos | - |
| Battery form | AA | - |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI122 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $330 | $106 |
