Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-E2S and Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-E2S is a Mirrorless camera while Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-E2S has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

** 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 X-E2S has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro has 6 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-E2S has a 32 % larger resolution than Fujifilm FinePix S5 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

Fujifilm X-E2S has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro. Fujifilm X-E2S has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 6400 while Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro has 100 to 3200.

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 X-E2S
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-E2S can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

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

When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm X-E2S. Unfortunately Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro does not support recording movies and movie clips.

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 S5 Pro weighs 920 gr (equal to 2.03 lb) which is 163% heavier than Fujifilm X-E2S and its 350 gr (or 0.77 lb).

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-E2S and Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro, 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 X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Name	Fujifilm X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Fujifilm
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Release Year	2016	2006
Release Date	2016-01-15	2006-09-25
MSRP	699 USD	N/A
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type	CMOS	CCD
Resolution	4896 x 3264 pixels	4256 x 2848 pixels
Megapixels	16 MP	6 MP
Image Processor	EXR Processor II
Image	Fujifilm X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
ISO Range	200 - 6400	100 - 3200
White Balance Presets	7	7
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous
Focus Points	77	N/A
Lens Mount	Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses	Nikon F 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 X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Articulated LCD	Fixed	N/A
Screen size	3”	2.5”
Screen dots	1040000	230000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	N/A
Live view	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	95%
Viewfinder Magnification		0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Frames per second	7 fps	3 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/32000 seconds	1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	7 meters	12 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
Metering modes	Multi Spot Average
Exposure Compensation	+/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Video recording	Yes	No
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	N/A
Video resolution	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080	N/A
Built-in Microphone	Yes	No
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Fujifilm X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	No	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n)	No
Remote Control	Yes (Wired or via smartphone)	Yes (Optional)
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-E2S	Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger	Lithium-Ion Battery
Battery Life (CIPA)	350 shots	N/A
Width	129 mm	147 mm
Height	75 mm	113 mm
Depth	37 mm	74 mm
Weight	350 gram	920 gram