Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica M11

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E2 and Leica M11, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and M11 (60MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and M11 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was announced 8 years prior to the M11 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2 scores against the M11 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2 and Leica M11. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Leica M11 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2 has got outside dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Leica M11 has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-E2 and Leica M11 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 compared to the M11.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2 and M11 is 85 and 76 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2 and M11.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Leica M11 will offer greater detail with its extra 44MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.