FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X-5

In this write-up, we will be looking at the FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was unveiled 19 months before the X-5 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S2950 scores versus the X-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Pentax X-5. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 provides exterior dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S2950 and the X-5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and X-5 is 76 and 65 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and X-5.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Pentax X-5 to resolve more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged S2950 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.