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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Portability
76
Imaging
36
Features
39
Overall
37
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs

FujiFilm S2950
(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
  • Released January 2011
  • Other Name is FinePix S2990
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Released August 2012
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview

Here, we will be comparing the FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was launched 20 months prior to the Galaxy Camera 4G which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S2950 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 4G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 S2950 Galaxy Camera 4G 
Screen resolution230k0kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the FujiFilm S2950

 Galaxy Camera 4G S2950 
ReleasedAugust 2012January 2011Fresher by 20 months
Screen size4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 S2950 Galaxy Camera 4G 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 has outside measurements 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S2950 and the Galaxy Camera 4G.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S2950 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 76 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison

Often, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older S2950 will be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Portrait photography camera
34
resolution is good (14MP)
offers face detection focusing
no manual focus
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
30
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Street photography features
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Street photography features
49
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (305 grams)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm S2950
Sports photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
46
great zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
44
amazing zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Travel photography camera
60
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
great zoom (504mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
72
lighter than average (305g)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
reasonably wide (23mm)
great reach (481mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
does not feature selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Landscape photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Landscape photography information
42
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
47
reasonably wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
screen larger than average (4.8 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Vlogging features
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Vlogging features
27
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detection focusing
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic socket
36
reasonably wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen capability
image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (305 grams)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
no microphone jack
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
 FujiFilm FinePix S2950Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S2950 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Also called FinePix S2990 -
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2011-01-05 2012-08-29
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 -
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-504mm (18.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.6 -
Macro focusing distance 2cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 4.8 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 0k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs -
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 8.00 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync no built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance 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) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 437 grams (0.96 pounds) 305 grams (0.67 pounds)
Physical dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
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 images -
Type of battery AA -
Battery ID 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $330 $550