Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E2S
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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E2S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
- Revealed July 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Revealed January 2016
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-E2
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-E3

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E2S Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E2S, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the M (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The M was unveiled 4 years prior to the Fujifilm X-E2S and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the M matches up against the Fujifilm X-E2S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M & Fujifilm X-E2S. The full galleries are provided at Canon M Gallery & Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M over the Fujifilm X-E2S
M | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Canon M
Fujifilm X-E2S | M | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | ![]() | July 2012 | More recent by 42 months |
Common features in the Canon M and Fujifilm X-E2S
M | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E2S Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon M has external dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-E2S has dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Analyze the Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E2S in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the M vs the Fujifilm X-E2S.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M and Fujifilm X-E2S is 89 and 85 respectively.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E2S Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The graphic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M and Fujifilm X-E2S.
All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon M to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older M will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E2S Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-E2S Specifications
Canon EOS M | Fujifilm X-E2S | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS M | Fujifilm X-E2S |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-07-23 | 2016-01-15 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4896 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 77 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Number of lenses | 23 | 54 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 298 grams (0.66 lb) | 350 grams (0.77 lb) |
Dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 827 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | 350 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E12 | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $510 | $599 |