Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-624mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 920g - 135 x 107 x 149mm
- Introduced November 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2014

Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Following is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-S1 was revealed 3 years before the Galaxy Camera 2 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-S1 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-S1 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S1 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Fujifilm X-S1 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Fujifilm X-S1
Galaxy Camera 2 | Fujifilm X-S1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | November 2011 | More modern by 25 months |
Screen sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+577k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-S1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Fujifilm X-S1 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-S1 enjoys physical measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") along with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-S1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-S1 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 52 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The image below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-S1 and Galaxy Camera 2.
As you can tell, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-S1 with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-S1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-S1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X-S1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-11-24 | 2014-01-02 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-624mm (26.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 920g (2.03 lbs) | 283g (0.62 lbs) |
Dimensions | 135 x 107 x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 216 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-95 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $399 | $400 |