Fujifilm X-E2S vs Nikon Z50
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Nikon Z50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Released January 2016
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-E2
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Revealed October 2019

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Nikon Z50 Overview
Following is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Nikon Z50, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and Z50 (21MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-E2S was brought out 4 years prior to the Z50 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-E2S being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores vs the Z50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Nikon Z50 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2S and Nikon Z50. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery and Nikon Z50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Nikon Z50
Fujifilm X-E2S | Z50 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Fujifilm X-E2S
Z50 | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
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Revealed | October 2019 | ![]() | January 2016 | More modern by 45 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Nikon Z50
Fujifilm X-E2S | Z50 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same display resolution |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Nikon Z50 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S has physical 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) while the Nikon Z50 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Nikon Z50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs the Z50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and Z50 is 85 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Nikon Z50 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Z50.
As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon Z50 to provide you with more detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E2S will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Nikon Z50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Nikon Z50 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2S | Nikon Z50 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm X-E2S | Nikon Z50 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2016-01-15 | 2019-10-10 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | Expeed 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 21 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5568 x 3712 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 209 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Nikon Z |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 15 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 350g (0.77 pounds) | 397g (0.88 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") |
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 photos | 320 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Battery model | NP-W126 | EN-EL25 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $599 | $857 |