Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony S980
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Revealed March 2014
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-E1
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced February 2009
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony S980 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Sony S980, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and S980 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and S980 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe Fujifilm X-E2 was unveiled 5 years later than the S980 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-E2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S980 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades vs the S980 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony S980 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Sony S980
Fujifilm X-E2 | S980 | |||
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Announced | March 2014 | February 2009 | Fresher by 62 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Fujifilm X-E2
S980 | Fujifilm X-E2 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony S980
Fujifilm X-E2 | S980 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2 comes with physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Sony S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Sony S980 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 vs the S980.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and S980 is 85 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2 and S980.
Plainly, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-E2 will give greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E2 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-E2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-03-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Amount of lenses | 54 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $450 | $300 |