Fujifilm X-E2 vs Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-E2 and the Canon PowerShot SX210 IS, 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-E2 was introduced in March 2014 and Canon PowerShot SX210 IS was introduced in June 2010. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm X-E2 Highlights

      • 16.3 MP APS-C CMOS X-TRANS II Sensor
      • 200 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 49 Focus Points (49 Cross-type)
      • 3.0" 1,040k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2,360k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 7.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS Highlights

      • 14.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 0.7 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-E2
      4. Advantage of Canon PowerShot SX210 IS
      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-E2 and Canon PowerShot SX210 IS.

      PROS

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/3200 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.7 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-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Fujifilm X-E2

      Fujifilm X-E2
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-E2 over Canon PowerShot SX210 IS.

      Fujifilm X-E2 vs Canon PowerShot SX210 IS
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2.3-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16.3 Megapixel vs 14.1 Megapixel
      RAW Support vs
      Timelapse Recording vs
      More Focus Points 49 vs 9
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,040k dot vs 230k dot
      Viewfinder Electronic vs
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 15 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/3200 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 7.0 fps vs 0.7 fps
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Average Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
      Microphone Input vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs Eye-Fi Connection possible

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      Fujifilm X-E1
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm X-E3
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      APS-C

      24.3 MP

      Fujifilm X-E2S
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm X-E4
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Nikon D780
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      Full Frame

      24.5 MP

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12.8 MP

      Nikon D200
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      APS-C

      10.2 MP

      Kodak M380
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      1/2.3-inch

      10 MP

      Panasonic ZS8
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      1/2.33-inch

      14.1 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Advantage of Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      Canon SX210 IS
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX210 IS over Fujifilm X-E2.

      Fujifilm X-E2 vs Canon PowerShot SX210 IS
      Lower Native ISO 200 vs 80
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 1,600
      Max Image Resolution 4896 x 3264 vs 4320 x 3240
      Image Stabilization vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Higher USB Speed USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) vs USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      Lighter 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz) vs 220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz)

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Canon PowerShot SX210 IS.

      Canon SX260 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX240 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Canon SX230 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX200 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX280 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX270 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Samsung GC200
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.3 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Canon 70D
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 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-E2 Canon PowerShot SX210 IS
        Video Capture
        Live View Autofocus
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Mini
        Light350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz)
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm X-E2 Canon PowerShot SX210 IS
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801280 x 720
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm X-E2 and Canon PowerShot SX210 IS have 3.0" Fixed screens with 1,040k dot and 230k dot resolutions respectively.


      Electronic Viewfinder on Fujifilm X-E2

      Fujifilm X-E2 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 Canon PowerShot SX210 IS.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-E2 features a 16.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS II sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 368.2 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 6,400. Canon PowerShot SX210 IS features a 14.1 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 - 1,600.

      Fujifilm X-E2 has CMOS X-TRANS II sensor

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm X-E2 is equipped with EXR Processor II 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. Canon PowerShot SX210 IS is equipped with DIGIC 4 processor and can take pictures up to 4320 x 3240 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4320 x 2432, 3456 x 2592, 2592 x 1944, 2144 x 1608, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.

      Image Stabilization on Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X-E2

      Fujifilm X-E2 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm X-E2 has a Mini HDMI and Canon PowerShot SX210 IS has an HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm X-E2 comes with W126 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots and Canon PowerShot SX210 IS comes with NB-5L battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm X-E2 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Canon PowerShot SX210 IS has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Fujifilm X-E2 has Focal Plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X-E2, and up to 1/3200 sec on Canon PowerShot SX210 IS. Fujifilm X-E2 can shoot continuously up to 7.0 fps. Canon PowerShot SX210 IS can shoot continuously up to 0.7 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) on Fujifilm X-E2 and 3.50 m on Canon PowerShot SX210 IS. Fujifilm X-E2 also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe or Wireless connection. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on Fujifilm X-E2.

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm X-E2 body has dimensions of 129 x 75 x 37 mm (5.08 x 2.95 x 1.46") and Canon PowerShot SX210 IS body has dimensions of 103 x 61 x 38 mm (4.06 x 2.4 x 1.5"). Fujifilm X-E2 weighs 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz) and Canon PowerShot SX210 IS weighs 220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz).

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

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      75 mm

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      103 mm

      61 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm X-E2 and Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      Fujifilm X-E2 and Canon PowerShot SX210 IS 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-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      54
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.7 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.7 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      GOOD
      76
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      GOOD
      80
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      GOOD
      82
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      GOOD
      81
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k 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
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm X-E2 and Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and give them scores of 67 and 53 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-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      OVERALL
      67
      OVERALL
      53

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      GOOD
      72
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/3200 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.7 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      BAD
      16
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      GOOD
      80
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      POOR
      54
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      POOR
      52
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm X-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   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-E2

      Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      POOR
      48
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz)


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