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FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony S950

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony S950 Key Specs

FujiFilm XP10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Alternate Name is FinePix XP11
  • Replacement is Fujifilm XP30
Sony S950
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
  • 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
  • Revealed February 2009
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony S950 Overview

In this article, we are matching up the FujiFilm XP10 versus Sony S950, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The XP10 was brought out 12 months later than the S950 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the XP10 grades against the S950 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Sony S950

 XP10 S950 
RevealedFebruary 2010February 2009More recent by 12 months

Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the FujiFilm XP10

 S950 XP10 
Focus manually Very precise focusing

Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Sony S950

 XP10 S950 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display sizing
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch display Neither provides Touch display

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm XP10 provides physical measurements of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony S950 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm XP10 versus Sony S950 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the XP10 versus the S950.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony S950 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the XP10 and S950 is 95 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony S950 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the XP10 and S950.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the FujiFilm XP10 to provide you with more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher XP10 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony S950 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony S950 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm XP10
Portrait photography with Sony S950
21
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
26
has manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm XP10
Street photography with Sony S950
60
environment sealing
lighter than average (135g)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Sports photography features
Sony S950 Sports photography features
30
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
24
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Travel photography information
Sony S950 Travel photography information
60
lighter than average (135g)
environment sealing
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
50
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (10MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony S950 as a Landscape photography camera
27
environment sealing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
31
has manual focus
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Vlogging details
Sony S950 Vlogging details
25
lighter than average (135g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone jack
9
can't shoot video
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony S950 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm XP10 and Sony S950
 FujiFilm FinePix XP10Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model FujiFilm FinePix XP10 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950
Also called as FinePix XP11 -
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-02-02 2009-02-17
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-180mm (5.0x) 33-132mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/3.3-5.2
Macro focus distance 9cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/4s 2s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.10 m 3.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) -
Max video resolution 1280x720 None
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 135 grams (0.30 pounds) 167 grams (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $175 $130