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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90

Portability
76
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 front
 
Samsung ST90 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs

FujiFilm S2950
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Other Name is FinePix S2990
Samsung ST90
(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
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was revealed very close to the ST90 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S2950 scores against the ST90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Samsung ST90

 S2950 ST90 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the FujiFilm S2950

 ST90 S2950 
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung ST90

 S2950 ST90 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar age
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurements
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2950 comes with physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Samsung ST90 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S2950 vs the ST90.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and ST90 is 76 and 99 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S2950 and ST90.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images although you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Portrait photography info
Samsung ST90 Portrait photography info
35
good MP (14 megapixels)
offers face detect focusing
manual focus not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Street photography details
Samsung ST90 Street photography details
49
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
49
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Sports photography advice
Samsung ST90 Sports photography advice
47
great zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
26
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm S2950
Travel photography with Samsung ST90
60
good MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
long reach (504mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
71
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fast max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Landscape photography factors
Samsung ST90 Landscape photography factors
42
decently wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
37
fast max aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Vlogging information
Samsung ST90 Vlogging information
27
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone port
27
fast max aperture (f)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic socket
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung ST90
 FujiFilm FinePix S2950Samsung ST90
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S2950 Samsung ST90
Otherwise known as FinePix S2990 -
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Announced 2011-01-05 2011-01-19
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Full resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 -
Max boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 100 -
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-504mm (18.0x) ()
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 -
Macro focusing distance 2cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 8.00 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance 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
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 437g (0.96 pounds) -
Physical 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 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 pictures -
Battery type AA -
Battery ID 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC -
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $330 $150