Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung NX mini
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Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung NX mini Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 142 x 131 x 80mm
- Released August 2002
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm S1 Pro
- Updated by Fujifilm S3 Pro
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched March 2014
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On this page, we are comparing the Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung NX mini, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S2 Pro (6MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the Fujifilm S2 Pro (APS-C) and NX mini (1") offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm S2 Pro was brought out 12 years prior to the NX mini and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S2 Pro being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm S2 Pro grades against the NX mini in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung NX mini Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S2 Pro over the Samsung NX mini
| Fujifilm S2 Pro | NX mini |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Fujifilm S2 Pro
| NX mini | Fujifilm S2 Pro | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | March 2014 |  | August 2002 | More recent by 141 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.2") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 117k | Sharper display (+344k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S2 Pro and Samsung NX mini
| Fujifilm S2 Pro | NX mini | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen |
Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S2 Pro provides outside dimensions of 142mm x 131mm x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung NX mini in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S2 Pro versus the NX mini.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S2 Pro and NX mini is 56 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S2 Pro and NX mini.
As you can see, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm S2 Pro due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will offer you more detail having its extra 14.5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S2 Pro is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro | Samsung NX mini | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro | Samsung NX mini |
| Category | Pro DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2002-08-02 | 2014-03-19 |
| Physical type | Large SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
| Sensor dimensions | 23 x 15.5mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor area | 356.5mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 20.5 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4256 x 2848 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
| RAW data | ||
| Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 21 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon F | Samsung NX-M |
| Number of lenses | 309 | 2 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 1.8 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 117k dots | 461k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 92 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 15.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/125 secs | 1/200 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 850 grams (1.87 lb) | 196 grams (0.43 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 142 x 131 x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - | 650 shots |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | B740 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $2,000 | $530 |