FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ50W
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost 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
- Alternative Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Introduced May 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB5500
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In this write-up, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S2950 was released 9 months after the HZ50W which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S2950 matches up versus the HZ50W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Samsung HZ50W
| S2950 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2011 |  | May 2010 | More modern by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the FujiFilm S2950
| HZ50W | S2950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung HZ50W
| S2950 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 comes with exterior dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung HZ50W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S2950 vs the HZ50W.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and HZ50W is 76 and 70 respectively.
FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and HZ50W.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger S2950 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Samsung HZ50W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
| Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Samsung HZ50W |
| Also Known as | FinePix S2990 | WB5500 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-05-03 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.00 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 pounds) | 426 gr (0.94 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| 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 shots | - |
| Type of battery | AA | - |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $330 | $250 |
