FujiFilm S2950 vs Sony HX100V
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Sony HX100V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Launched January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Introduced October 2011
- Updated by Sony HX200V

FujiFilm S2950 vs Sony HX100V Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the FujiFilm S2950 versus Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S2950 was introduced 9 months earlier than the HX100V which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S2950 grades vs the HX100V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Sony HX100V Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Sony HX100V
S2950 | HX100V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the FujiFilm S2950
HX100V | S2950 | |||
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Introduced | October 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 9 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Sony HX100V
S2950 | HX100V | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2950 features outer measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm S2950 versus Sony HX100V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S2950 versus the HX100V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2950 and HX100V is 76 and 66 respectively.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The picture underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and HX100V.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX100V to show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S2950 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S2950 vs Sony HX100V Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2950 vs Sony HX100V Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V |
Also called | FinePix S2990 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2011-10-21 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | 12.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 437 gr (0.96 lb) | 577 gr (1.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
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 photos | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $330 | $429 |