FujiFilm S2950 vs Sony A550

Here, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm S2950 versus Sony A550, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the A550 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the S2950 (1/2.3") and A550 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S2950 was unveiled 14 months after the A550 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S2950 grades versus the A550 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Sony A550 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 has external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Sony A550 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm S2950 versus Sony A550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S2950 and the A550.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and A550 is 76 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2950 and A550.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The S2950 has got the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF more challenging. The younger S2950 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.