Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon Z30

On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-E2 and Nikon Z30, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and Z30 (21MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was announced 9 years earlier than the Z30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades vs the Z30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2 & Nikon Z30. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Nikon Z30 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2 has got exterior 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 Nikon Z30 has measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-E2 and Nikon Z30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 vs the Z30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2 and Z30 is 85 and 79 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Z30.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon Z30 to produce more detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E2 will be behind in sensor tech.