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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2

Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
55
Overall
56
Fujifilm X-E1 front
 
Fujifilm X-E2 front
Portability
85
Imaging
59
Features
73
Overall
64

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
  • Released February 2013
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-E2
Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Launched March 2014
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-E1
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Overview

The following is a complete overview of the Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm X-E2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both designed by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was launched 12 months before the Fujifilm X-E2 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up versus the Fujifilm X-E2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Fujifilm X-E2

 Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm X-E2 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Fujifilm X-E1

 Fujifilm X-E2 Fujifilm X-E1 
LaunchedMarch 2014February 2013Newer by 12 months
Display dimensions3"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution1040k460kSharper display (+580k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm X-E2

 Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm X-E2 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E1 has external measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-E2 has sizing of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm X-E2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus the Fujifilm X-E2.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm X-E2 is 85 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm X-E2.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm X-E1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-E1
Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-E2
74
you can focus manually
decent MP (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
75
you can focus manually
good resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-E1
Street photography with Fujifilm X-E2
66
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
66
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Sports photography information
Fujifilm X-E2 Sports photography information
49
decent MP (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
slow fps (6.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
lacks phase detect autofocus
69
good resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
supports phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm X-E2 as a Travel photography camera
65
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
72
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm X-E2 as a Landscape photography camera
69
you can focus manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (2.8")
decent MP (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
missing Timelapse recording
74
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3 inch)
good resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm X-E2 as a Vlogging camera
32
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
has microphone port
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
34
has face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with external microphone socket
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm X-E2
 Fujifilm X-E1Fujifilm X-E2
General Information
Company FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm X-E2
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2013-02-28 2014-03-05
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Pro EXR Processor II
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I CMOS X-TRANS II
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4896 x 3264 4896 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 -
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 49
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Fujifilm X
Number of lenses 54 54
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.8 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 460k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 2,360k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.62x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 6.0fps 7.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 7.00 m (@ ISO 200)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180 secs 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
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 lbs) 350 grams (0.77 lbs)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 129 x 75 x 37mm (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 350 photographs 350 photographs
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model W126 W126
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $600 $450