Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro vs Sony NEX-5

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and Sony NEX-5. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony NEX-5 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro were released 2002 and Sony NEX-5 was released 2010. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro 2002
Sony NEX-5 2010

Type of camera

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro is a DSLR camera while Sony NEX-5 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony NEX-5 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Sony NEX-5 75 mm
Sony APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:

Resolution

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has a 6 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony NEX-5 has 14 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro 6 MP
12121088 pixels
4256 x 2848
Sony NEX-5 14 MP
14033152 pixels
4592 x 3056

Sony NEX-5 has a 16 % larger resolution than Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Sony NEX-5 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro. Sony NEX-5 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has 100 to 1600.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro 100-1600
Sony NEX-5 200-12800

Autofocus and lens compatibility

Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Lens compatibility chart for Sony NEX-5

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro can shoot up to 2 pictures per seconds and Sony NEX-5 can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro 2
Sony NEX-5 7

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Sony NEX-5. Sadly, the Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro does not support this.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro weighs 850 gr (equal to 1.87 lb) which is 196% heavier than Sony NEX-5 and its 287 gr (or 0.63 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro 850 gr
1.87 lb
Sony NEX-5 287 gr
0.63 lb

Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro vs Sony NEX-5 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and Sony NEX-5, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sony NEX-5
Name Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro Sony NEX-5
Manufacturer Fujifilm Sony
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sony NEX-5
Release Year 2002 2010
Release Date 2020-01-30 2010-05-11
MSRP N/A 649 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sony NEX-5
Camera Type DSLR Mirrorless
Sensor
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sony NEX-5
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type CCD CMOS
Resolution 4256 x 2848 pixels 4592 x 3056 pixels
Megapixels 6 MP 14 MP
Image Processor Bionz
Image
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sony NEX-5
ISO Range 100 - 1600 200 - 12800
White Balance Presets 7 6
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW
Optics & Focus
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sony NEX-5
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Contract Detect (sensor)
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
LiveView
Focus Points N/A 25
Lens Mount Nikon F

See Compatible Lenses
Sony E

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier APS-C Sensor (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
APS-C Sensor (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sony NEX-5
Articulated LCD N/A Tilting
Screen size 1,8” 3”
Screen dots 117000 920000
Touch screen No No
Screen type N/A N/A
Live view No Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentaprism) No Viewfinder
Viewfinder Coverage 92%
Viewfinder Magnification
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sony NEX-5
Frames per second 2 fps 7 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes No
Built-in Flash Range 15 meters N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes No
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation N/A +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sony NEX-5
Video recording No Yes
Video format N/A AVCHD
Video resolution N/A 1440 x 1080
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone No Yes
Built-in Speakers No Yes
Storage
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sony NEX-5
Memory Card Compact Flash
Memory Stick Pro Duo
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sony NEX-5
HDMI Output No Yes
Microphone Port No No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless No No
Remote Control Yes (Optional) Yes (InfraRed (optional))
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Sony NEX-5
Enviromentally sealed Yes No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Lithium-Ion NP-FW50 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) N/A 330 shots
Width 142 mm 111 mm
Height 131 mm 59 mm
Depth 80 mm 38 mm
Weight 850 gram 287 gram