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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2

Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
73
Overall
64
Fujifilm X-E2 front
 
Fujifilm X-Pro2 front
Portability
74
Imaging
67
Features
75
Overall
70

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Key Specs

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
  • Introduced March 2014
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-E1
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-E2S
Fujifilm X-Pro2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 495g - 141 x 83 x 56mm
  • Launched January 2016
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-Pro1
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-Pro3
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-E2 and Fujifilm X-Pro2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are built by FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was revealed 22 months before the Fujifilm X-Pro2 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades against the Fujifilm X-Pro2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Fujifilm X-Pro2

 Fujifilm X-E2 Fujifilm X-Pro2 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro2 over the Fujifilm X-E2

 Fujifilm X-Pro2 Fujifilm X-E2 
LaunchedJanuary 2016March 2014Newer by 22 months
Screen resolution1620k1040kCrisper screen (+580k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Fujifilm X-Pro2

 Fujifilm X-E2 Fujifilm X-Pro2 
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2 offers external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-Pro2 has dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-E2 and Fujifilm X-Pro2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 compared to the Fujifilm X-Pro2.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and Fujifilm X-Pro2 is 85 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Fujifilm X-Pro2.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Fujifilm X-Pro2 to offer greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Portrait photography info
Fujifilm X-Pro2 Portrait photography info
74
you can focus manually
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
80
you can focus manually
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Street photography information
Fujifilm X-Pro2 Street photography information
66
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
fixed screen
no image stabilization
67
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
weather proof
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-E2
Sports photography with Fujifilm X-Pro2
69
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
supports phase detect AF
no image stabilization
72
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
good megapixels (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
weather proof
has phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
bad battery pack (350 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Travel photography info
Fujifilm X-Pro2 Travel photography info
72
MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
screen is not selfie friendly
63
weather proof
good megapixels (24MP)
bad battery pack (350 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Landscape photography factors
Fujifilm X-Pro2 Landscape photography factors
74
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3")
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no image stabilization
75
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3")
good megapixels (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
supports RAW files
weather proof
2 card slots
lack of image stabilization
bad battery pack (350 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-E2
Vlogging with Fujifilm X-Pro2
34
provides face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with external mic port
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
33
offers face detection autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external mic support
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2 and Fujifilm X-Pro2
 Fujifilm X-E2Fujifilm X-Pro2
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model Fujifilm X-E2 Fujifilm X-Pro2
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Introduced 2014-03-05 2016-01-15
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II EXR Processor III
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS X-TRANS III
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4896 x 3264 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 6400 12800
Highest enhanced ISO - 51200
Min native ISO 200 200
RAW images
Min enhanced ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 49 273
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Fujifilm X
Number of lenses 54 54
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 1,620 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic and Optical (tunnel)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 2,360 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 92%
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.6x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Max quiet shutter speed - 1/32000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 7.0fps 8.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, suppressed flash, rear-curtain synchro, commander)
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180 secs 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 3840x2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25,p, 24p)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 350g (0.77 pounds) 495g (1.09 pounds)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 141 x 83 x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2")
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
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model W126 NP-W126
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC (Dual slots, UHS-II support in slot 1)
Card slots Single Two
Retail price $450 $1,700