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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W

Portability
76
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 front
 
Samsung HZ35W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
42
Overall
37

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs

FujiFilm S2950
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix S2990
Samsung HZ35W
(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
  • Announced June 2010
  • Other Name is WB650
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview

In this write-up, we will be matching up the FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was manufactured 7 months later than the HZ35W and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S2950 scores versus the HZ35W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Samsung HZ35W

 S2950 HZ35W 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011June 2010Fresher by 7 months

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the FujiFilm S2950

 HZ35W S2950 
Manually focus More exact focusing
Screen resolution614k230kClearer screen (+384k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung HZ35W

 S2950 HZ35W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurements
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2950 enjoys outside dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S2950 versus the HZ35W.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and HZ35W is 76 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S2950 and HZ35W.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the FujiFilm S2950 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern S2950 should have an edge in sensor tech.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Portrait photography details
Samsung HZ35W Portrait photography details
35
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
features face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
34
focusing manually
includes face detect focusing
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Street photography highlights
Samsung HZ35W Street photography highlights
49
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (245g)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm S2950
Sports photography with Samsung HZ35W
47
great zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
features tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
42
amazing zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking focus
low resolution sensor (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Travel photography information
Samsung HZ35W Travel photography information
60
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
very long reach (504mm)
does not have Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
63
lighter than competition (245g)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
long zoom (360mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung HZ35W Landscape photography highlights
42
pretty wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
43
focusing manually
really wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Vlogging information
Samsung HZ35W Vlogging information
27
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect focus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone socket
31
really wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
lighter than competition (245g)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic jack
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung HZ35W
 FujiFilm FinePix S2950Samsung HZ35W
General Information
Make FujiFilm Samsung
Model FujiFilm FinePix S2950 Samsung HZ35W
Also called as FinePix S2990 WB650
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2011-01-05 2010-06-16
Body design 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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing 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 files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-504mm (18.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus range 2cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 614 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 97% -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 16s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 8.00 m 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
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 Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 437g (0.96 lbs) 245g (0.54 lbs)
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 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 -
Battery format AA -
Battery model 4 x AA SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $330 $300