FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB250F
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Introduced January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Below, we will be comparing the FujiFilm S2950 versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S2950 was released 24 months prior to the WB250F which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S2950 grades against the WB250F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Samsung WB250F
S2950 | WB250F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the FujiFilm S2950
WB250F | S2950 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 24 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung WB250F
S2950 | WB250F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2950 has got physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm S2950 versus Samsung WB250F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S2950 against the WB250F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and WB250F is 76 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2950 and WB250F.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of images though you should take the age of the products into consideration. The older S2950 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Samsung WB250F |
Alternative name | FinePix S2990 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437 gr (0.96 pounds) | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 photos | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $330 | $250 |