FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB750
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB750 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 25mm
- Announced September 2011

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB750 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung WB750, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S2950 was revealed 7 months earlier than the WB750 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB750 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the S2950 scores vs the WB750 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB750 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Samsung WB750. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Samsung WB750
S2950 | WB750 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB750 over the FujiFilm S2950
WB750 | S2950 | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 7 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung WB750
S2950 | WB750 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB750 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 comes with external measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB750 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm S2950 and Samsung WB750 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S2950 and the WB750.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and WB750 is 76 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB750 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2950 and WB750.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm S2950 to give more detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged S2950 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB750 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2950 vs Samsung WB750 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Samsung WB750 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Samsung WB750 |
Also referred to as | FinePix S2990 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 13 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4096 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | On, Off, Fill, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320x 240 fps (30/15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 437g (0.96 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 105 x 59 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $330 | $339 |