Fujifilm X-E2S

Fujifilm X-E2S is FujiFilm's Entry-Level Mirrorless camera first launched on January of 2016. It comes with a 16 MegaPixel, CMOS X-TRANS II APS-C sized sensor and has a maximum resolution of 4896 x 3264.

FujiFilm launched this camera as a way to improve the earlier Fujifilm X-E2 (Read Full Comparison) and then launched the fresher Fujifilm X-E3 (Read Full Comparison) to improve this camera.

The Fujifilm X-E2S ranks at #34 out of 117 in Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and all-around #211 out of 1465 for cameras in our list. Remember to check out our Smart camera filter to get camera listings based on your customized criteria.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S comes with a history of related cameras. Underneath, you can look at all older and the latest models as well as important specifications.

You can check the Fujifilm X-E2S from several angles in the gallery here.

Below is a list of pluses and minuses of the Fujifilm X-E2S based on criterias that are typically viewed as necessary in a camera.

The Fujifilm X-E2S is run by the EXR Processor II processor chip. The sensor spec on the Fujifilm X-E2S is 23.6mm x 15.6mm (APS-C). The 368 mm² sensor has the ability to resolve 4896 x 3264 pixels and aspect ratios of 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9.

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The CMOS X-TRANS II sensor boasts 16MP and gives a native ISO range of 200 to 6400. This ISO can also be extended electronically to 100 to 51200. RAW format is saved therefore you have wider margin for error.

FujiFilm decided to skip the low pass filter with the Fujifilm X-E2S. This could result in more clear pictures but can create moire under certain circumstances.

The graphic below displays the Fujifilm X-E2S's sensor dimensions in comparison to other common sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2S sensor comes with a crop factor of 1.5 and is displayed in green.

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To get an idea of specific aspect ratios, you should refer to the visual below.

Fujifilm X-E2S is 0.77 pounds (350g / 12.35 oz) and features external size of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5"). The weight of normal Entry-Level Mirrorless camera is 329g and the Fujifilm X-E2S is on par as compared with its competitors.

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The following is a pic of the Fujifilm X-E2S with a soda to help you have a feel for its scale.

The top view here will show you the button arrangement on the Fujifilm X-E2S.

The Fujifilm X-E2S fits the Fujifilm X mount and has 72 lenses available in the market. Below is some of the lenses we have in our database which will fit the Fujifilm X-E2S.

ModelVisualizeFocal LengthApertureStabilizedWeight

Lensbaby Sol 45 Mirrorless45mmf/3.5272g

Samyang 100mm F2.8 Macro100mmf/2.8720g

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Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R APD56mmf/1.2 405g

Fujifilm Fujinon MKX 18-55mm T2.918-55mmf/2.81080g

Samyang 10mm f2.8 ED AS NCS CS10mmf/2.8 580g

Fujifilm XF 23mm F2 R WR23mmf/2180g

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Fujifilm XF 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR18-135mmf/3.5-5.6 490g

The Fujifilm X-E2S has the following connectivity:

• USB Yes
• Wireless Yes
• HDMI Yes

Cameras that feature NFC and / or Bluetooth connectivity can be used wirelessly through smartphones. You are able to send pictures and oftentimes alter camera settings without connecting straight to the camera.

Certain applications even stream a Liveview and click the shutter when you aren't close to the camera. If the camera provides a HDMI out, it can be attached to an external monitor. Most cameras will allow you to charge the battery using the USB socket.

The maximum video resolution on the Fujifilm X-E2S is 1920 x 1080 and it can shoot in MPEG-4 and H.264 format. 1080p resolution gives a great balance in quality and file sizes but FULL HD won't leave you with much room to downsample. Although the camera includes a microphone socket, it is unfortunately lacking a headphone socket which means you will not have the option to monitor your sound levels.

There is no weather proofing in the Fujifilm X-E2S so you need to be cautious in rainy and dusty situations.

The Fujifilm X-E2S comes with a 3 inch fixed display screen supporting a resolution of 1,040 thousand dots.

Sadly the display screen is not a touch screen.

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The View Finder specifications regarding Fujifilm X-E2S are below:

• ViewFinder Electronic
• Resolution 2,360 thousand dots
• Coverage 100%
• Magnification 0.62x

Viewfinders are rather handy in bright outdoor situations which might make the camera display washed out and very difficult to view.

Fujifilm X-E2S has the ability to shoot continuously at 7.0 frames per second. The highest shutter speed is 1/4000s.

Fujifilm X-E2S includes both inbuilt flash and external flash ability. The max flash sync speed is 1/180s.

Fujifilm X-E2S includes both Phase Detect AF along with Contrast Based AF. Phase Detection autofocusing is more faster & exact in comparison with Contrast Based autofocusing. The camera comes with Face detect which can be valuable for people photography.

The AF system comes with 77 focus points to select from. It also comes with Tracking AF for subjects on the move. Fujifilm X-E2S has manual focusing if required in low light scenarios or you need to have more exact control on focusing.

The battery (NP-W126) in the Fujifilm X-E2S is fashioned to last for 350 images with respect to the CIPA measurements which is about average when compared to its competitors. The general Entry-Level Mirrorless camera battery life is 343. Fujifilm X-S20 has got the highest possible (750) battery life in this class of cameras.

Here is a listing of Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras with the strongest battery life:

ModelVisualizeBattery LifeRAWNFCBluetooth

Fujifilm X-S20
Fujifilm X-E2S vs X-S20750 yesnoyes

Samsung NX mini
Fujifilm X-E2S vs NX mini650 yesnono

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Pentax K-01
Fujifilm X-E2S vs K-01540 yesnono

Sony NEX-3N
Fujifilm X-E2S vs NEX-3N480 yesnono

Sony NEX-F3
Fujifilm X-E2S vs NEX-F3470 yesnono

The following chart provides a overview of the Fujifilm X-E2S for specific styles of photography. To look at more, browse to the specific section below.

The Fujifilm X-E2S receives a rating of 76 which is exceptional, and means the camera is a brilliant option to use for portrait photography. Photographing portrait photos leans greatly towards sensor resolution, RAW support and capability to work with external lighting.

Coming in at a above average points total of 67, the Fujifilm X-E2S is a fine option to buy for street photography. A very good street photography camera comes with a fine balance of image quality and portability.

A very good sports photography points tally of 70 indicates the Fujifilm X-E2S is a good option for taking photos of sports. A camera needs to have great tracking and continuous shooting for sports photography.

Portability is pretty critical in buying a travel camera. Overall, the Fujifilm X-E2S gets a above average 72 for a travel camera which makes it a very decent pick to take on your vacations.

In case you're looking to choose a digital camera for landscape photos, the most critical factor will no doubt be image quality. The Fujifilm X-E2S with it's wonderful rating of 76 for a landscape camera is a brilliant pick within the current marketplace.

A camera for vlogging ought to posses a articulating display, mic input and if possible IBIS. Considering all the details, the Fujifilm X-E2S is not really appropriate for vlogging as it delivers a subpar score of 35.

If you are interested in alternatives to the Fujifilm X-E2S, below is a list of the highest rated cameras which fall within the category of Entry-Level Mirrorless.

The graph below gives you an overview of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs it's highest scoring rivals shown previously.

Following are additional cameras you might consider as alternatives. To read through a thorough comparison, go to the "compare" link.