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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E1

Portability
86
Imaging
59
Features
68
Overall
62
Fujifilm X-A2 front
 
Fujifilm X-E1 front
Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
55
Overall
56

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
  • Released January 2015
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-A1
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-E1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
  • Launched February 2013
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-E2
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Fujifilm X-E1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-A2 was launched 23 months later than the Fujifilm X-E1 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-A2 matches up versus the Fujifilm X-E1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Fujifilm X-E1

 Fujifilm X-A2 Fujifilm X-E1 
LaunchedJanuary 2015February 2013Fresher by 23 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display size3"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution920k460kClearer display (+460k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Fujifilm X-A2

 Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm X-A2 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Fujifilm X-E1

 Fujifilm X-A2 Fujifilm X-E1 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Touch friendly display Neither contains Touch friendly display

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A2 has got external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-E1 has proportions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Fujifilm X-E1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus the Fujifilm X-E1.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E1 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and Fujifilm X-E1 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Fujifilm X-E1.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger Fujifilm X-A2 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Portrait photography information
Fujifilm X-E1 Portrait photography information
75
you can focus manually
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
74
has manual focus
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Street photography information
Fujifilm X-E1 Street photography information
76
screen tilts
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
66
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Sports photography highlights
Fujifilm X-E1 Sports photography highlights
58
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
good battery life (410 shots)
max frames per second low (5.6 fps)
lack of image stabilization
no phase detect AF
49
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
max fps very slow (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-A2
Travel photography with Fujifilm X-E1
78
good battery life (410 per charge)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
selfie friendly screen
missing Time Lapse recording
65
good MP (16MP)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Landscape photography factors
Fujifilm X-E1 Landscape photography factors
71
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
good battery life (410 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
missing Time Lapse recording
69
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (2.8 inches)
good MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Vlogging information
Fujifilm X-E1 Vlogging information
70
selfie friendly screen
includes face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lack of image stabilization
missing mic support
32
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have external microphone socket
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A2 and Fujifilm X-E1
 Fujifilm X-A2Fujifilm X-E1
General Information
Company FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model Fujifilm X-A2 Fujifilm X-E1
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2015-01-14 2013-02-28
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II EXR Pro
Sensor type CMOS CMOS X-TRANS I
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4896 x 3264 4896 x 3264
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Max enhanced ISO 25600 25600
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 49 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Fujifilm X
Number of lenses 54 54
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Tilting Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 2.8 inch
Resolution of display 920k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech TFT LCD TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.62x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 5.6fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.00 m (at ISO 200) -
Flash modes Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180 secs 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 350 grams (0.77 pounds) 350 grams (0.77 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 410 images 350 images
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 W126
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Cost at release $370 $600