Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony S950
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony S950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
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Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and S950 (10MP) and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and S950 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm Z1000EXR was unveiled 2 years after the S950 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR grades vs the S950 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery & Sony S950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Sony S950
| Fujifilm Z1000EXR | S950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2012 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 36 months |
| Screen dimension | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
| S950 | Fujifilm Z1000EXR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Sony S950
| Fujifilm Z1000EXR | S950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR has outer measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Sony S950 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and the S950.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and S950 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and S950.
As you have seen, both the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will offer more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm Z1000EXR will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Sony S950 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2012-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m) | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 157 gr (0.35 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 shots | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $0 | $130 |
