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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 S2

Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
73
Overall
64
Fujifilm X-E2 front
 
Nikon 1 S2 front
Portability
93
Imaging
45
Features
60
Overall
51

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Released March 2014
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-E1
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-E2S
Nikon 1 S2
(Full Review)
  • 14.2MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 190g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
  • Launched May 2014
  • Superseded the Nikon 1 S1
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Overview

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Nikon 1 S2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the 1 S2 (14.2MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and 1 S2 (1") provide different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was launched 2 months before the 1 S2 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades vs the 1 S2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Nikon 1 S2

 Fujifilm X-E2 1 S2 
Display resolution1040k460kSharper display (+580k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S2 over the Fujifilm X-E2

 1 S2 Fujifilm X-E2 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Nikon 1 S2

 Fujifilm X-E2 1 S2 
LaunchedMarch 2014May 2014Same age
Manual focus More exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display size
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2 features external measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 S2 has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Nikon 1 S2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 versus the 1 S2.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 S2 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and 1 S2 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 S2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and 1 S2.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-E2 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 1.8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 S2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-E2
Portrait photography with Nikon 1 S2
74
has manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features face detect focus
exports RAW files
60
you can focus manually
good megapixels (14.2MP)
good sensor size (1")
includes face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
no external flash support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 as a Street photography camera
Nikon 1 S2 as a Street photography camera
66
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
71
good sensor size (1")
saves RAW formats
lighter than others in class (190g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-E2
Sports photography with Nikon 1 S2
69
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features tracking focus
sensor has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
60
quiet shooting (1/16,000s)
fast continuous shooting (60.0 frames/s)
good megapixels (14.2MP)
good sensor size (1")
includes tracking focus
supports phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery (270 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Travel photography advice
Nikon 1 S2 Travel photography advice
72
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
display isn't selfie friendly
66
lighter than others in class (190 grams)
good megapixels (14.2MP)
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse mode
not so great battery (270 shots)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Landscape photography features
Nikon 1 S2 Landscape photography features
74
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
resolution is good (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
60
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
good megapixels (14.2MP)
good sensor size (1")
saves RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery (270 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Vlogging highlights
Nikon 1 S2 Vlogging highlights
34
features face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
includes microphone jack
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
33
includes face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others in class (190 grams)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
does not have microphone support
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2 and Nikon 1 S2
 Fujifilm X-E2Nikon 1 S2
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-E2 Nikon 1 S2
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2014-03-05 2014-05-21
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Processor II Expeed 4A
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 13.1 x 8.8mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 115.3mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14.2 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest resolution 4896 x 3264 4592 x 3072
Highest native ISO 6400 12800
Minimum native ISO 200 200
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
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
Total focus points 49 171
Cross type focus points - 73
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Nikon 1
Total lenses 54 13
Crop factor 1.5 2.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 1,040 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Maximum quiet shutter speed - 1/16000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 7.0 frames/s 60.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Fill, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/ slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350 grams (0.77 lbs) 190 grams (0.42 lbs)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 350 photos 270 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID W126 EN-EL22
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $450 $450