FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ30W
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Introduced January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is WB600
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Here, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S2950 was manufactured 12 months after the HZ30W and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the S2950 grades against the HZ30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Samsung HZ30W
| S2950 | HZ30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2011 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the FujiFilm S2950
| HZ30W | S2950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung HZ30W
| S2950 | HZ30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurement |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 comes with external 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 Samsung HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ30W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S2950 vs the HZ30W.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and HZ30W is 76 and 91 respectively.
FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The picture below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and HZ30W.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the FujiFilm S2950 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S2950 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Samsung HZ30W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
| Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Samsung HZ30W |
| Also Known as | FinePix S2990 | WB600 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-19 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.00 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 437 gr (0.96 lb) | 245 gr (0.54 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - |
| Style of battery | AA | - |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $330 | $280 |