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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S2

Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-E3 front
 
Nikon 1 S2 front
Portability
93
Imaging
45
Features
60
Overall
51

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
  • Launched September 2017
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-E2S
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-E4
Nikon 1 S2
(Full Review)
  • 14.2MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 190g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
  • Released May 2014
  • Older Model is Nikon 1 S1
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S2 Overview

Here is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Nikon 1 S2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and 1 S2 (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was released 3 years later than the 1 S2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades versus the 1 S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Nikon 1 S2

 Fujifilm X-E3 1 S2 
ReleasedSeptember 2017May 2014Fresher by 41 months
Screen resolution1040k460kCrisper screen (+580k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S2 over the Fujifilm X-E3

 1 S2 Fujifilm X-E3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Nikon 1 S2

 Fujifilm X-E3 1 S2 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurements
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S2 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 provides external dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Nikon 1 S2 has dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Nikon 1 S2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus the 1 S2.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S2 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E3 and 1 S2 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S2 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E3 and 1 S2.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E3 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-E3 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 9.8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E3 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Portrait photography highlights
Nikon 1 S2 Portrait photography highlights
80
you can focus manually
MP count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
offers face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
60
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (14.2MP)
decent sensor size (1")
comes with face detection focusing
saves RAW files
cannot use external flash
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Street photography information
Nikon 1 S2 Street photography information
72
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
provides focus by touch
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
71
decent sensor size (1")
saves RAW files
lighter than average in class (190 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-E3
Sports photography with Nikon 1 S2
75
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
MP count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
60
silent shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
fast continuous shooting (60.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution is decent (14.2 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
comes with tracking autofocus
sensor has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery (270 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Travel photography features
Nikon 1 S2 Travel photography features
77
supports bluetooth
provides focus by touch
MP count good (24 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
66
lighter than average in class (190 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (14.2 megapixels)
has built in flash
missing Timelapse mode
terrible battery (270 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Landscape photography advice
Nikon 1 S2 Landscape photography advice
79
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
MP count good (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
exports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
60
focusing manually
change lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen size is good (3")
sensor resolution is decent (14.2 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
saves RAW files
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery (270 per charge)
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Vlogging features
Nikon 1 S2 Vlogging features
37
has touchscreen
offers face detection autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have external microphone jack
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
33
comes with face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average in class (190 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
missing external microphone port
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E3 and Nikon 1 S2
 Fujifilm X-E3Nikon 1 S2
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X-E3 Nikon 1 S2
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2017-09-07 2014-05-21
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor III Expeed 4A
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 13.1 x 8.8mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 115.3mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 14.2MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 6000 x 4000 4592 x 3072
Maximum native ISO 12800 12800
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 200
RAW files
Lowest boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 325 171
Cross focus points - 73
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Nikon 1
Number of lenses 54 13
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.7
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 1,040 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Maximum silent shutter speed 1/32000s 1/16000s
Continuous shooting speed 14.0 frames per sec 60.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash settings no built-in flash Fill, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/ slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337g (0.74 pounds) 190g (0.42 pounds)
Dimensions 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 images 270 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S EN-EL22
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Price at launch $700 $450