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FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X90

Portability
76
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 front
 
Pentax X90 front
Portability
69
Imaging
35
Features
34
Overall
34

FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs

FujiFilm S2950
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix S2990
Pentax X90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
  • Released July 2010
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X90 Overview

In this write-up, we are comparing the FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the X90 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was introduced 7 months later than the X90 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S2950 scores versus the X90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Pentax X90

 S2950 X90 
ReleasedJanuary 2011July 2010More recent by 7 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the FujiFilm S2950

 X90 S2950 
Manually focus More accurate focus

Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Pentax X90

 S2950 X90 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2950 has outer 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 Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S2950 versus the X90.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X90 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and X90 is 76 and 69 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X90 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S2950 and X90.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the FujiFilm S2950 to give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher S2950 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X90 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X90 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax X90 as a Portrait photography camera
35
resolution is good (14MP)
includes face detect focusing
no manual focus
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
29
focusing manually
external flash not possible
low resolution (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Street photography highlights
Pentax X90 Street photography highlights
49
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
45
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Sports photography information
Pentax X90 Sports photography information
47
excellent zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
includes tracking focus
low frames per second (1.0 fps)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
42
great zoom range (26-676mm 26.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking focus
low resolution (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Travel photography information
Pentax X90 Travel photography information
60
resolution is good (14MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
very long zoom (504mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
51
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
long zoom (676mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax X90 as a Landscape photography camera
42
relatively wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
35
focusing manually
decently wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7")
low resolution (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Vlogging info
Pentax X90 Vlogging info
27
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic jack
23
decently wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic jack
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Pentax X90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2950 and Pentax X90
 FujiFilm FinePix S2950Pentax X90
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Pentax
Model FujiFilm FinePix S2950 Pentax X90
Also Known as FinePix S2990 -
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2011-01-05 2010-07-06
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor - Prime
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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-504mm (18.0x) 26-676mm (26.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focus distance 2cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 8.00 m 9.10 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 437 gr (0.96 lb) 428 gr (0.94 lb)
Dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 -
Type of battery AA -
Battery model 4 x AA D-L106
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $330 $350