Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica CL

Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica CL, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and CL (24MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was launched 4 years earlier than the CL and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades versus the CL in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2 and Leica CL. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Leica CL Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2 has outside measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Leica CL has specifications of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica CL in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 vs the CL.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2 and CL is 85 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and CL.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Leica CL to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E2 will be behind in sensor innovation.