Fujifilm X-E2 vs Fujifilm S9900w

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-E2 and the Fujifilm S9900w, 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 Fujifilm S9900w was introduced in January 2015. Let us first list highlights of the models.

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.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-E2 over Fujifilm S9900w.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm S9900w over Fujifilm X-E2.

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.

Screen

Fujifilm X-E2 and Fujifilm S9900w have 3.0" Fixed screens with 1,040k dot and 460k dot resolutions respectively.

Viewfinder

Fujifilm X-E2 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution and Fujifilm S9900w has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 920k dot resolution. Fujifilm X-E2 has 100% coverage with 0.93x (0.62x 35mm equivalent) magnification and Fujifilm S9900w has 97% coverage magnification.

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. Fujifilm S9900w features a 16.2 megapixel 1/2.3-inch [] sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800.

Fujifilm X-E2 has CMOS X-TRANS II sensor

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. Fujifilm S9900w can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Fujifilm X-E2 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Fujifilm S9900w nothing can be done.

Built-in Wi-Fi

Cameras have built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz on Fujifilm S9900w) 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.
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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-E2 comes with W126 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots and Fujifilm S9900w comes with 4 x AA battery pack with battery life of 300 shots.

External Storage Slots

Fujifilm X-E2 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Fujifilm S9900w has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Fujifilm X-E2 has Focal Plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X-E2, and up to 1/1700 sec on Fujifilm S9900w. Fujifilm X-E2 can shoot continuously up to 7.0 fps. Fujifilm S9900w can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) on Fujifilm X-E2. 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.

Fujifilm X-E2 body has dimensions of 129 x 75 x 37 mm (5.08 x 2.95 x 1.46") and Fujifilm S9900w body has dimensions of 123 x 87 x 116 mm (4.84 x 3.43 x 4.57"). Fujifilm X-E2 weighs 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz) and Fujifilm S9900w weighs 670 g (1.48 lb / 23.63 oz).

Fujifilm X-E2

Fujifilm S9900w

129 mm

75 mm

123 mm

87 mm

75 mm

87 mm

37 mm

116 mm