Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-E1 and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm X-E1 was introduced in February 2013 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 was introduced in February 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm X-E1 Highlights

      • 16.3 MP APS-C CMOS X-TRANS I Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • Unknown Focus Points (Unknown Cross-type)
      • 2.8" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2,360k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 6.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 Highlights

      • 12.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Fujifilm X-E1
      4. Advantage of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980.

      PROS

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 167 g (0.37 lb / 5.89 oz)
      •   Internal Storage

      CONS

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.8"
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm X-E1
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-E1 over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980.

      Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2.3-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16.3 Megapixel vs 12.1 Megapixel
      RAW Support vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Larger Screen 2.8" vs 2.70"
      Higher Resolution Screen 460k dot vs 230k dot
      Viewfinder Electronic vs
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 2 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/1600 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 6.0 fps vs 1.0 fps
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Average Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
      Microphone Input vs
      Orientation Sensor vs

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      Fujifilm X-E2
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm X-E2S
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm X-E3
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      APS-C

      24.3 MP

      Fujifilm X-E4
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Olympus PEN-F
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20 MP

      Fujifilm X-H2
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      APS-C

      40.2 MP

      Sony W560
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Samsung WB30F
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.2 MP

      Canon 5D
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      Full Frame

      13.3 MP

      Fujifilm X-T4
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Nikon D750
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      Full Frame

      24.3 MP

      Pentax K-5 II
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Advantage of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      Sony S980
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 over Fujifilm X-E1.

      Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980
      Lower Native ISO 100 vs 80
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 3,200
      Max Image Resolution 4896 x 3264 vs 4000 x 3000
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Lighter 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz) vs 167 g (0.37 lb / 5.89 oz)
      Internal Storage vs 12 MB

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980.

      Sony S2000
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      1/2.3-inch

      10 MP

      Sony S930
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      1/2.3-inch

      10 MP

      Sony S950
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      1/2.3-inch

      10 MP

      Sony S2100
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Nikon Z f
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      Full Frame

      24.4 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Sony a7 III
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Leica M Typ 240
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      Full Frame

      24 MP

      Sony a6400
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Olympus SZ-11
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Canon 7D II
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Canon SX410 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      20 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm X-E1 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980
        Video Capture
        Live View Autofocus
        Built-in Flash
        Light350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)167 g (0.37 lb / 5.89 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm X-E1 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980
        Timelapse Recording
        No Face Detection
        No Image Stabilization
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen460k dot230k dot
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801280 x 720
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm X-E1 has a 2.8" screen with 460k dot resolution and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.


      Electronic Viewfinder on Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm X-E1 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage and 0.93x (0.62x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-E1 features a 16.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS I sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 368.2 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 features a 12.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200.

      Fujifilm X-E1 has CMOS X-TRANS I sensor

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm X-E1 is equipped with EXR Pro processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4896 x 2760,3264 x 3264, 3456 x 2304, 3456 x 1944, 2304 x 230, 2496 x 1664, 2496 x 1408 , 1664 x 1664 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2248, 3264 x 2448, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Fujifilm X-E1 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 nothing can be done.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm X-E1 comes with W126 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 comes with NP-BK1 battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm X-E1 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 has a single Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X-E1, and up to 1/1600 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. Fujifilm X-E1 can shoot continuously up to 6.0 fps. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 can shoot continuously up to 1.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 3.50 m on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. Fujifilm X-E1 also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on Fujifilm X-E1.

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm X-E1 body has dimensions of 129 x 75 x 38 mm (5.08 x 2.95 x 1.5") and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 body has dimensions of 93 x 56 x 24 mm (3.66 x 2.2 x 0.94"). Fujifilm X-E1 weighs 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 weighs 167 g (0.37 lb / 5.89 oz).

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

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      75 mm

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      93 mm

      56 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      BAD
      37
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      49
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      GOOD
      71
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.8"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      45
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      GOOD
      81
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      GOOD
      80
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 167 g (0.37 lb / 5.89 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      GOOD
      81
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 167 g (0.37 lb / 5.89 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 and give them scores of 61 and 41 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      OVERALL
      61
      OVERALL
      41

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      GOOD
      71
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      AVERAGE
      55
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      BAD
      26
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      BAD
      16
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      BAD
      7
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      58
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.8"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      GOOD
      78
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      38
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      POOR
      49
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 167 g (0.37 lb / 5.89 oz)
      •   Internal Storage


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