Canon SD980 IS vs Fujifilm X-E2S

The following is a in depth overview of the Canon SD980 IS versus Fujifilm X-E2S, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SD980 IS (12MP) and Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the SD980 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SD980 IS was introduced 7 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-E2S which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SD980 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-E2S being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SD980 IS scores against the Fujifilm X-E2S with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Fujifilm X-E2S. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD980 IS offers outside measurements of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-E2S has measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SD980 IS versus Fujifilm X-E2S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SD980 IS vs the Fujifilm X-E2S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SD980 IS and Fujifilm X-E2S is 95 and 85 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SD980 IS and Fujifilm X-E2S.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SD980 IS with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm X-E2S will render greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged SD980 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.