Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon S640

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon S640, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and S640 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and S640 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was brought out 4 years later than the S640 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-E2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon S640 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up against the S640 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2 & Nikon Coolpix S640. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Nikon S640 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E2 features exterior dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Nikon S640 has sizing of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon S640 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 and the S640.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2 and S640 is 85 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2 and S640.

As you can see, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-E2 will result in greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E2 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.