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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-F3

Portability
85
Imaging
59
Features
75
Overall
65
Fujifilm X-E2S front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-F3 front
Portability
86
Imaging
57
Features
60
Overall
58

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-E3
Sony NEX-F3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 16000
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
  • Introduced August 2012
  • Earlier Model is Sony NEX-C3
  • Newer Model is Sony NEX-3N
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony NEX-F3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-E2S was launched 3 years later than the NEX-F3 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores against the NEX-F3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Sony NEX-F3

 Fujifilm X-E2S NEX-F3 
IntroducedJanuary 2016August 2012More recent by 42 months
Screen resolution1040k920kCrisper screen (+120k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 NEX-F3 Fujifilm X-E2S 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony NEX-F3

 Fujifilm X-E2S NEX-F3 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurements
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison

If you are going to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2S features external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Sony NEX-F3 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony NEX-F3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S compared to the NEX-F3.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-F3 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and NEX-F3 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-F3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2S and NEX-F3.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you should always factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm X-E2S should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-F3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Portrait photography info
Sony NEX-F3 Portrait photography info
75
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features face detection focus
exports RAW files
74
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Street photography factors
Sony NEX-F3 Street photography factors
66
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
76
screen tilts up and down
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Sports photography camera
Sony NEX-F3 as a Sports photography camera
69
megapixel count decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
sensor has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
53
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
good battery (470 shots)
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Travel photography info
Sony NEX-F3 Travel photography info
72
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
screen isn't selfie friendly
69
good battery (470 CIPA)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Landscape photography information
Sony NEX-F3 Landscape photography information
75
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
exports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
70
manual focus
change lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
good battery (470 per charge)
no image stabilization
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Vlogging factors
Sony NEX-F3 Vlogging factors
34
features face detection focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes external mic port
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
27
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
no mic socket
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony NEX-F3
 Fujifilm X-E2SSony Alpha NEX-F3
General Information
Make FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-E2S Sony Alpha NEX-F3
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2016-01-15 2012-08-16
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II Bionz
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4896 x 3264 4912 x 3264
Max native ISO 6400 16000
Max boosted ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 200
RAW files
Lowest boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 77 25
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Sony E
Available lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 1,040k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology - TFT Xtra Fine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 7.0 frames per second 6.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180 seconds 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350 grams (0.77 pounds) 314 grams (0.69 pounds)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 73
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.7
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.3
DXO Low light rating not tested 1114
Other
Battery life 350 photos 470 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 NPFW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $599 $470