Fujifilm X-E2S vs Nikon 1 S1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-E2S and Nikon 1 S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and 1 S1 (1") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was announced 2 years later than the 1 S1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2S grades vs the 1 S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2S and Nikon 1 S1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery and Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S features exterior dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Nikon 1 S1 has proportions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S versus the 1 S1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and 1 S1 is 85 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2S and 1 S1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-E2S will show greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E2S will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.