Fujifilm X-T10 vs Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-T10 and the Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro, 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-T10 was introduced in May 2015 and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro was introduced in August 2002. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm X-T10 Highlights

      • 16.3 MP APS-C CMOS X-TRANS II Sensor
      • 100 - 51,000 Native ISO
      • 77 Focus Points
      • 3.0" 920k dot Tilting Screen
      • 2,360k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 8.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro Highlights

      • 6 MP APS-C CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 1.8" 117k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
      • 2.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      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-T10 and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro.

      PROS

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 381 g (0.84 lb / 13.44 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Environmental Sealing

      CONS

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   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
      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6 Megapixel
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Small Screen - 1.8"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.0 fps
      •   Low Flash Sync Speed - 1/125 sec
      •   Low USB Speed
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth


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

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   51,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Weight - 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)

      Advantage of Fujifilm X-T10

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-T10 over Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro.

      Fujifilm X-T10 vs Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
      Video Capture vs
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16.3 Megapixel vs 6 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 51,000 vs 1,600
      Max Image Resolution 4896 x 3264 vs 4256 x 2848
      Timelapse Recording vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 1.8"
      Higher Resolution Screen 920k dot vs 117k dot
      Live View vs
      Higher Viewfinder Coverage 100% vs 92%
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 8.0 fps vs 2.0 fps
      Multi-Segment Metering vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Higher USB Speed USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) vs USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro Type D vs
      Microphone Input vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Lighter 381 g (0.84 lb / 13.44 oz) vs 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)
      Orientation Sensor vs

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      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro over Fujifilm X-T10.

      Fujifilm X-T10 vs Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
      Environmental Sealing vs

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      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-T10 Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
        Built-in Flash
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm X-T10 Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
        No Image Stabilization
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm X-T10 has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 920k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has a 1.8" Fixed screen with 117k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Fujifilm X-T10 very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting.


      Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-T10 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder. Fujifilm X-T10 has 100% coverage with 0.93x (0.62x 35mm equivalent) magnification and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has 92% coverage magnification.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-T10 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 100 - 51,000. Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro features a 6 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23 x 15.5 mm and a total area of 240.3 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600.

      Fujifilm X-T10 has CMOS X-TRANS II sensor

      Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

      Sensor size chart
      Sensor Dimensions Area Aspect Ratio Crop Factor
      Image cannot be displayedMedium Format44 x 33 mm1452 mm24:30.79x
      Image cannot be displayedFull Frame36 x 24 mm864 mm23:21x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-H27 x 18 mm486 mm23:21.3x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.3 x 14.9 mm332.3 mm23:21.6x
      Image cannot be displayedMicro Four Thirds17.4 x 13 mm226.2 mm24:32x
      Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm X-T10 is equipped with EXR Processor II processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3264 resolution. Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro can take pictures up to 4256 x 2848 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3024 x 2016, 2304 x 1536, 1440 x 960 with 3:2 aspect ratios.


      Lens Mount

      Fujifilm X-T10 has Fujifilm X lens mount and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has Nikon F lens mount. Due to their APS-C sensor their crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is equal to 1.5x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Fujifilm X-T10 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro nothing can be done. On Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Fujifilm X-T10 nothing can be done.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm X-T10 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) 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 inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm X-T10 comes with NP-W126 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm X-T10 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro has a single SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I/II card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Fujifilm X-T10 has Focal Plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/32000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X-T10, and up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro. Fujifilm X-T10 can shoot continuously up to 8.0 fps. Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro can shoot continuously up to 2.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.00 m at ISO 100 on Fujifilm X-T10 and 15.00 m on Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe to Fujifilm X-T10. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/125 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro.

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm X-T10 body has dimensions of 118 x 83 x 41 mm (4.65 x 3.27 x 1.61") and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro body has dimensions of 142 x 131 x 80 mm (5.59 x 5.16 x 3.15"). Fujifilm X-T10 weighs 381 g (0.84 lb / 13.44 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro weighs 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz).

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      118 mm

      83 mm

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      142 mm

      131 mm

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      83 mm

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      131 mm

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      41 mm

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      80 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm X-T10 and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      Fujifilm X-T10 and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro 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-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      GOOD
      73
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   51,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      51
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.0 fps

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   51,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      GOOD
      80
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Small Screen - 1.8"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Flash Sync Speed - 1/125 sec

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      GOOD
      82
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 381 g (0.84 lb / 13.44 oz)
      GOOD
      76
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      GOOD
      81
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 381 g (0.84 lb / 13.44 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      GOOD
      79
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm X-T10 and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro and give them scores of 68 and 55 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-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      OVERALL
      68
      OVERALL
      55

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      GOOD
      73
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   51,000 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      AVERAGE
      61
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      POOR
      53
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.0 fps
      •   Low Flash Sync Speed - 1/125 sec

      Video

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      BAD
      16
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization

      Focusing

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      GOOD
      83
      •   77 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      75
      •   No Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      GOOD
      73
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Small Screen - 1.8"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 117k dot

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm X-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      34
      •   Low USB Speed
      •   No 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-T10

      Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 381 g (0.84 lb / 13.44 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      GOOD
      77
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)


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