FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X70

Following is a complete review of the FujiFilm S2950 versus Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the X70 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was launched 23 months after the X70 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the S2950 grades against the X70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Pentax X70. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2950 enjoys 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) and the Pentax X70 has specifications of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S2950 versus the X70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2950 and X70 is 76 and 71 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and X70.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the FujiFilm S2950 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger S2950 should have a benefit in sensor tech.