FujiFilm S2950 vs Sony WX500

Here, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm S2950 and Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the S2950 (14MP) and WX500 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was released 5 years before the WX500 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S2950 scores against the WX500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2950 features 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 Sony WX500 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

See the FujiFilm S2950 and Sony WX500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S2950 versus the WX500.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S2950 and WX500 is 76 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and WX500.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony WX500 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S2950 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.