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FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x

Portability
76
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 front
 
Sigma DP1x front
Portability
88
Imaging
44
Features
27
Overall
37

FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x 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
  • Released January 2011
  • Other Name is FinePix S2990
Sigma DP1x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 28mm (F4.0) lens
  • 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Succeeded the Sigma DP1s
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x Overview

In this write-up, we are comparing the FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the S2950 (14MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the S2950 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The S2950 was introduced 11 months later than the DP1x which means that 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 Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S2950 matches up vs the DP1x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Sigma DP1x

 S2950 DP1x 
ReleasedJanuary 2011February 2010More recent by 11 months
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")

Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the FujiFilm S2950

 DP1x S2950 
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Sigma DP1x

 S2950 DP1x 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 has exterior measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S2950 vs the DP1x.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and DP1x is 76 and 88 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison

Usually, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and DP1x.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S2950 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the FujiFilm S2950 will give extra detail using its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer S2950 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm S2950
Portrait photography with Sigma DP1x
35
MP count decent (14MP)
features face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
56
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
low resolution sensor (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm S2950
Street photography with Sigma DP1x
49
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
68
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than competition (250g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Sports photography highlights
Sigma DP1x Sports photography highlights
47
great zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
features tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
32
nice sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (5MP)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Travel photography details
Sigma DP1x Travel photography details
60
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
very long reach (504mm)
no Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
57
lighter than competition (250 grams)
built-in flash
no Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (5MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f4.0)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma DP1x as a Landscape photography camera
42
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
no Timelapse function
41
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f4.0)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (5 megapixels)
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2950 Vlogging info
Sigma DP1x Vlogging info
27
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detection autofocus
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external microphone jack
25
lighter than competition (250g)
sluggish max aperture (f4.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (320 x 240 pixels)
no external mic socket
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma DP1x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2950 and Sigma DP1x
 FujiFilm FinePix S2950Sigma DP1x
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sigma
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S2950 Sigma DP1x
Also called FinePix S2990 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Large Sensor Compact
Released 2011-01-05 2010-02-20
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - True II
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 5 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 2640 x 1760
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-504mm (18.0x) 28mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/4.0
Macro focusing range 2cm -
Crop factor 5.8 1.7
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 8.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
AE bracketing
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) 320 x 240
Highest video resolution 1280x720 320x240
Video format Motion JPEG -
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 437 gr (0.96 lbs) 250 gr (0.55 lbs)
Dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0")
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 photographs -
Battery type AA -
Battery ID 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC SD/MMC card
Card slots One One
Launch pricing $330 $574