FujiFilm S2950 vs Sony RX10

Here, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm S2950 and Sony RX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the S2950 (14MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the S2950 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The S2950 was revealed 4 years prior to the RX10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S2950 matches up vs the RX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2950 enjoys external 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 RX10 has sizing of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") and a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm S2950 and Sony RX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S2950 vs the RX10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2950 and RX10 is 76 and 58 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S2950 and RX10.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S2950 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony RX10 will show more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged S2950 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.