FujiFilm S2950 vs Sigma fp L

Here, we are analyzing the FujiFilm S2950 and Sigma fp L, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the S2950 (14MP) and fp L (61MP) and the S2950 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The S2950 was manufactured 11 years before the fp L which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S2950 matches up versus the fp L when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Sigma fp L. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2950 provides 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 Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm S2950 and Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S2950 versus the fp L.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and fp L is 76 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The pic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S2950 and fp L.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S2950 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sigma fp L will produce more detail due to its extra 47 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged S2950 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.