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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST65

Portability
76
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 front
 
Samsung ST65 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST65 Key Specs

FujiFilm S2950
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Also referred to as FinePix S2990
Samsung ST65
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Released January 2011
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST65 Overview

Below is a comprehensive overview of the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung ST65, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was unveiled very close to the ST65 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S2950 scores versus the ST65 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Samsung ST65

 S2950 ST65 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the FujiFilm S2950

 ST65 S2950 
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung ST65

 S2950 ST65 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2011Same generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen size
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither contains Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 has got outside 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) whilst the Samsung ST65 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S2950 vs the ST65.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST65 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and ST65 is 76 and 99 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST65 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The graphic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and ST65.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files although you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST65 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung ST65 Portrait photography highlights
35
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has face detect focus
lack of manual focus
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm S2950
Street photography with Samsung ST65
49
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
49
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
maximum ISO low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm S2950
Sports photography with Samsung ST65
47
excellent zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14MP)
has tracking focus
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
26
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm S2950
Travel photography with Samsung ST65
60
decent MP (14MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
very long reach (504mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
71
MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST65 as a Landscape photography camera
42
really wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
37
very good maximum aperture (f)
nice screen size (3 inch)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
does not have RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm S2950
Vlogging with Samsung ST65
27
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focus
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone port
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung ST65
 FujiFilm FinePix S2950Samsung ST65
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model FujiFilm FinePix S2950 Samsung ST65
Also referred to as FinePix S2990 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-01-19
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 -
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 -
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-504mm (18.0x) ()
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 -
Macro focus range 2cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 8.00 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 437 gr (0.96 lb) -
Dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
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 photographs -
Battery form AA -
Battery model 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD / SDHC -
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $330 $130