Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung ST700

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-E2S and Samsung ST700, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and ST700 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was manufactured 5 years later than the ST700 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-E2S being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores versus the ST700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2S and Samsung ST700. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S has got 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) while the Samsung ST700 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-E2S and Samsung ST700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S compared to the ST700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2S and ST700 is 85 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2S and ST700.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S uses the larger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field easier. The more modern Fujifilm X-E2S should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.