Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon Z5

Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon Z5, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and Z5 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and Z5 (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the Z5 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-E2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades versus the Z5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2 & Nikon Z5. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Nikon Z5 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2 comes with physical measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z5 has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon Z5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 compared to the Z5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2 and Z5 is 85 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Z5.

All in all, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Nikon Z5 will resolve more detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.