Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Introduced January 2016
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-E2
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Launched January 2013
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Overview
Following is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and SZ-16 iHS (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Fujifilm X-E2S was introduced 3 years after the SZ-16 iHS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-E2S being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores vs the SZ-16 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2S & Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery & Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS
Fujifilm X-E2S | SZ-16 iHS | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | January 2013 | More modern by 37 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Fujifilm X-E2S
SZ-16 iHS | Fujifilm X-E2S |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus SZ-16 iHS
Fujifilm X-E2S | SZ-16 iHS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S enjoys external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S compared to the SZ-16 iHS.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and SZ-16 iHS is 85 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2S and SZ-16 iHS.
All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2S provides the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The younger Fujifilm X-E2S will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2S | Olympus SZ-16 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E2S | Olympus SZ-16 iHS |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2016-01-15 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 77 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.0-6.9 |
Amount of lenses | 54 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 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), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 pounds) | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $599 | $230 |