FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung TL100
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Alternative Name is ST50

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm S2950 versus Samsung TL100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S2950 was announced 2 years after the TL100 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S2950 matches up versus the TL100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Samsung TL100. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Samsung TL100
S2950 | TL100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 25 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the FujiFilm S2950
TL100 | S2950 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung TL100
S2950 | TL100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2950 enjoys physical 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 TL100 has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S2950 versus Samsung TL100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S2950 compared to the TL100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2950 and TL100 is 76 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and TL100.
As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the FujiFilm S2950 to show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer S2950 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Samsung TL100 |
Also called | FinePix S2990 | ST50 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
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 | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
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) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 437 grams (0.96 pounds) | 219 grams (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $330 | $22 |