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Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S950

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S950 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z37
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
  • Introduced July 2009
Sony S950
(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
  • Launched February 2009
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S950 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Fujifilm Z37 versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the S950 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z37 was brought out 6 months later than the S950 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm Z37 matches up vs the S950 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Sony S950

 Fujifilm Z37 S950 

Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Fujifilm Z37

 S950 Fujifilm Z37 
Manual focus Very exact focusing

Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Sony S950

 Fujifilm Z37 S950 
LaunchedJuly 2009February 2009Same age
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z37 comes with exterior measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony S950 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm Z37 versus Sony S950 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 versus the S950.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S950 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z37 and S950 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S950 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z37 and S950.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you should take the launch date of the cameras into account.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S950 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S950 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm Z37
Portrait photography with Sony S950
19
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
26
focusing manually
no manual control
no external flash support
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Street photography features
Sony S950 Street photography features
54
lighter than competition (125 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Sports photography features
Sony S950 Sports photography features
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
24
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 as a Travel photography camera
Sony S950 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than competition (125 grams)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
low megapixels (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
50
flash built-in
missing Timelapse mode
low megapixels (10MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Landscape photography features
Sony S950 Landscape photography features
22
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
31
focusing manually
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
low megapixels (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Vlogging features
Sony S950 Vlogging features
25
lighter than competition (125 grams)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of microphone port
9
no video
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Sony S950 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z37 and Sony S950
 Fujifilm FinePix Z37Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm FinePix Z37 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-07-22 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 33-132mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/3.3-5.2
Macro focus distance 8cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 3 seconds 2 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.10 m 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) -
Maximum video resolution 640x480 None
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 125g (0.28 pounds) 167g (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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 model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $130 $130