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Fujifilm FinePix S2950 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:437 gBattery life (CIPA):300 shots

Fujifilm FinePix S2950 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.5

Overall score

Score
4.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

90%

4.3

Technical score

10%

6.0

User score

▼Worse than 79% of cameras
4.3

Technical score

Technical score
4.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

28%

4.2

Sensor & Image

25%

5.3

Photo Features

18%

3.1

Video & Audio

14%

4.8

Display & Design

8%

4.8

Battery & Power

7%

2.6

Connectivity & Storage

▼Worse than 78% of cameras
6.0

User score

User score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

User ratings

30%

4.1

Number of reviews

Based on 18 buyer reviews from online shops.
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Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▼Worse than 99% of cameras
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Technical Specifications of camera Fujifilm FinePix S2950

Technical score
Technical score
4.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

28%

4.2

Sensor & Image

25%

5.3

Photo Features

18%

3.1

Video & Audio

14%

4.8

Display & Design

8%

4.8

Battery & Power

7%

2.6

Connectivity & Storage

4.3
User score
User score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

User ratings

30%

4.1

Number of reviews

Based on 18 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
6.0
Popularity
Popularity
4.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 55% of models
Popularity:
Fujifilm FinePix S2950 has a popularity score of 4.1, which is higher than 54.6% of cameras.
4.1
Value for money
Value for money
6.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

60%

4.5

Overall score

40%

10

Price

6.1
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
▼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
14 MP
Main camera megapixels
14 MP
▼ Worse than 79% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 14 MP, which is lower than that of 78.6% of cameras and equal to that of 3.5% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.44 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.44 µm
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.44 µm, which are smaller than those in 66.3% of cameras and the same size as those in 1.2% of cameras.
Base ISO
64
Base ISO
64
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 64 which is lower than that of 95.8% of cameras and equal to that of 3.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 6400 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 6,400
▼ Worse than 47% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 6,400, which is higher than that of 37.3% of cameras and equal to that of 16.2% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
▼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
?
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
▼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
▲ Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1,280 px
Max video resolution
1,280 px
▼ Worse than 71% of models
This camera supports 1,280 px video recording which is lower quality than that of 71.4% of cameras and equal to that of 18.5% of cameras.
Video bitrate
9 Mbps
Video bitrate
9 Mbps
▼ Worse than 93% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 9 Mbps which is lower than that of 92.7% of cameras and equal to that of 4.9% of cameras.
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
▼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
▼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
Motion JPEG
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Type
bridge
Weight
437 g
Weight
437 g
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 437 g which is heavier than 54.9% of cameras.
Width
110 mm
Width
110 mm
▲ Better than 66% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 110 mm which is narrower than 66% of cameras and equal to that of 0.7% of cameras.
Height
73 mm
Height
73 mm
▲ Better than 50% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 73 mm which is shorter than 50.4% of cameras and equal to that of 0.2% of cameras.
Thickness
81 mm
Thickness
81 mm
▼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 81 mm which is thicker than 79.1% of cameras and equal to that of 0.4% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
300 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
300 shots
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 300 shots, which is shorter than that of 57.8% of cameras and equal to that of 6.7% of cameras.
500 with Ni-MH AA.
Battery capacity
N/A
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
Uses 4x AA batteries.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
▼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
▼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
▼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
▼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Fujifilm FinePix S2950 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • In-body stabilization
    Sensor-shift stabilization
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This camera supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    electronic
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    electronic vs none
  • 8.29x cheaper
    Fujifilm FinePix S2950 is cheaper than the average camera (£35 vs £290).
    £35 vs £290
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
  • 8.29x cheaper
    Fujifilm FinePix S2950 is cheaper than the average camera (£35 vs £290).
    £35 vs £290
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    electronic
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    electronic vs none
  • In-body stabilization
    Sensor-shift stabilization
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This camera supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2160000 dots lower EVF resolution
    EVF resolution
    200,000 dots
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <201.6k dots – >5760k dots
    This camera has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (200000 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.
    200000 dots vs 2360000 dots
  • 4.5 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    1.2 fps
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1.2 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    1.2 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    14 MP
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (14 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    14 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 33.6% lower user score
    User score
    6.0/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Fujifilm FinePix S2950
    the average camera
    Fujifilm FinePix S2950 has a lower user score than the average camera (5.99 vs 8.000).
    5.99 vs 8
  • 2160000 dots lower EVF resolution
    EVF resolution
    200,000 dots
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <201.6k dots – >5760k dots
    This camera has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (200000 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.
    200000 dots vs 2360000 dots
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 3 % lower viewfinder coverage
    Viewfinder coverage
    97 %
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >100 %
    This camera has a lower viewfinder coverage than the average camera (97 % vs 100 %). The average camera has viewfinder coverage of 100 %.
    97 % vs 100 %
  • 35 mm thicker
    Thickness
    81 mm
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thicker than the average camera (81 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    81 mm vs 46 mm
  • 42 g heavier
    Weight
    437 g
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (437 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    437 g vs 395 g
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    14 MP
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (14 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    14 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 1.9 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.44 µm
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.4 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.44 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 18,900 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    6,400 ISO
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (6400 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    Reduced resolution only.
    6,400 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • 2 older
    Release date
    2011
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This camera is older than the average camera (2011 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
    January 2011
    2,011 vs 2,013
  • 4.5 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    1.2 fps
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1.2 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    1.2 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.
  • No manual exposure control
    Manual exposure
    no
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual exposure, the average camera does. 72% of cameras support manual exposure controls.
  • 22 s shorter maximum exposure
    Longest shutter speed
    8 s
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <4 s – >1.8k s
    This camera supports a shorter maximum exposure than the average camera (8 s s vs 30 s s). The average camera supports a longest shutter speed of 30 s s.
    8 s vs 30 s
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 21 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    9 Mbps
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
    This camera has a lower video bitrate than the average camera (9 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
    9 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
  • 21 min shorter recording time
    Max video recording time
    9 min
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <25 min – >60 min
    This camera records continuously for less time than the average camera (9 min vs 30 min). The average camera records for 30 min.
    9 min vs 30 min
  • 30 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    300 shots
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (300 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    500 with Ni-MH AA.
    300 shots vs 330 shots
  • Older HDMI version
    HDMI version
    1.3
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This camera uses HDMI 1.3, while the average camera uses HDMI 1.4.
    1.3 vs 1.4

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Third-party reviews

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What we like about Fujifilm FinePix S2950

  • Versatile 18x optical zoom range (28-504mm equivalent)
  • Compact and lightweight 'bridge' design with a comfortable DSLR-style hand grip
  • Affordable entry point for beginners wanting manual controls
  • Large 3.0-inch LCD screen and built-in electronic viewfinder (EVF)
  • Uses standard AA batteries for convenience
  • Effective image stabilization for long zoom shots
  • Intuitive menu system and well-placed physical controls

What we don't like about Fujifilm FinePix S2950

  • Noticeable image noise, especially in low light or at ISO settings above 400
  • Slow and sometimes inconsistent autofocus performance
  • Low resolution electronic viewfinder (EVF) and LCD can be difficult to use in bright light
  • Limited battery life (approximately 300 shots per set)
  • Visible lens issues like barrel distortion and edge softness at wide angles
  • Laggy user interface and shutter response at times
  • Lacks weather sealing (not tropicalized)

Verdict

The Fujifilm FinePix S2950 is a versatile bridge camera featuring a 14-megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor and a powerful 18x Fujinon optical zoom lens (28–504mm equivalent). It is designed with an SLR-style body that includes a 3.0-inch 230k-dot LCD, a 0.2-inch electronic viewfinder (EVF), and dual image stabilisation to maintain clarity at long focal lengths. Key pros include its full manual PASM controls, reliable multi-segment metering, exceptional battery life of up to 700 shots on AA lithium batteries, and a 2cm super macro mode for detailed close-ups. However, it faces notable drawbacks such as significant image noise above ISO 400, a sluggish interface with slow shot-to-shot speeds, and limited 720p HD video performance that lacks smooth optical zooming during recording.

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