Fujifilm FinePix S2950 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix S2950 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Fujifilm FinePix S2950 was introduced in January 2011 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 was introduced in January 2016. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S2950 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 over Fujifilm FinePix S2950.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Fujifilm FinePix S2950 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 230k dot and 1,040k dot resolutions respectively. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Viewfinder

Fujifilm FinePix S2950 has a built-in Electronic viewfinderPanasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 1,166k dot resolution. Fujifilm FinePix S2950 has 97% coverage magnification and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 has 100% coverage (0.46x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

Fujifilm FinePix S2950 features a 14.0 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600 and expands to 100 - 6,400 in boosted mode. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 features a 18.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200 and expands to 80 - 6,400 in boosted mode.

Fujifilm FinePix S2950 can take pictures up to 4288 x 3216 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4288 x 2864, 4288 x 2416, 3072 x 2304, 3072 x 2048, 3072 x 1728, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 is equipped with Venus Engine processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3672 resolution.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Fujifilm FinePix S2950

Fujifilm FinePix S2950 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm FinePix S2950 has an HDMI and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 has a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm FinePix S2950 comes with 4 x AA battery pack with battery life of 300 shots.

External Storage Slots

Fujifilm FinePix S2950 has a single SD /SDHC card slot. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S2950, and up to 1/16000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/2000 sec with mechanical shutter on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. Fujifilm FinePix S2950 can shoot continuously up to 1.2 fps. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 can shoot continuously up to 40.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 8.00 m on Fujifilm FinePix S2950 and 5.60 m at Auto ISO on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60..

Fujifilm FinePix S2950 body has dimensions of 110 x 73 x 81 mm (4.33 x 2.87 x 3.19") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 body has dimensions of 112 x 64 x 38 mm (4.41 x 2.52 x 1.5"). Fujifilm FinePix S2950 weighs 437 g (0.96 lb / 15.41 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 weighs 282 g (0.62 lb / 9.95 oz).

Fujifilm FinePix S2950

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60

110 mm

73 mm

112 mm

64 mm

73 mm

64 mm

81 mm

38 mm